before he was crowned king

The wind outside was a bit strong, and the three returned to the house.

For the embarrassment of the other two, Sean still showed no knowledge.

"Have you known each other before? What a coincidence."

"Lilian and I grew up together." Alex pursed his lower lip and said, "We are very good friends."

"So," Sean turned his head and asked, "Lilian, why didn't you mention it to me?"

"I..." Lilian's eyes wandered.

"I probably forgot." Alex took over the conversation, "After all, Lilian and I haven't seen each other for a long time."

Perhaps because of the unspoken personal relationship between the two, the awkward Sean took the lead in the conversation instead.

The atmosphere of the small talk was not relaxed, but after chatting a few words, Sean had a subtle feeling that he was asking the prisoner.

After knowing what he wanted to know, Sean didn't intend to waste time, so he found an excuse to leave.

When he stood up with the cane, he clearly noticed that Lilian's stiff shoulders relaxed.

Sean has complicated feelings about Lilian.

Beautiful and kind people are always easy to get the favor of others.

Although it is not a strong and fiery love, Sean also admitted this political marriage and worked hard to fulfill the promise made in the church that day.

"Love her, comfort her, respect her, protect her."

The daughter of Duke Oscar's family was willing to marry him. In the eyes of Sean, it was another miracle besides being adopted.

So since he got married, he has been responsive to Lilian and tried his best to get used to the role of husband.

The first time Sean met Lilian was in Rose Manor. He was only 15 years old at the time, and every day he thought about how to get away with the tutor's magic class.

At that time, he didn't know the existence of Alex, and he didn't know why he could never meet Madam Mary's expectations.

At this time, he loathed his own incompetence while squeezing his talent, just to gain the approval of the people around him.

Everyday life is very depressing, he just wanted a piece of white plaster, through reprimand and whipping, Mrs. Mary carved him into the desired appearance.

Be classy.

Be self-made.

Be grateful.

These three chains of nobility bound his nature at every moment.

I have a good impression of Lilian because of the ease of getting along with her.

Most people are afraid of Sean's eerie appearance.

This is human nature, and he understands it very well.

Even if he is the Viscount of the Sanvia Empire, who would like to be alone with a lame man wearing a strange mask.

Lillian is an exception.

When he and Lilian met for the first time, the beautiful girl was only slightly surprised, and then she slightly bent her knees towards his legs, and lifted the sides of the skirt in a calm manner.

"Are you Viscount Sean? I'm Lilian, nice to meet you."

His elegant posture is like a noble white swan on the sparkling lake, shining and flying down in his barren spiritual world.

Gives the illusion of doom.

Everything that happened after that happened naturally.

Meet, get engaged, get married.

They will attend the banquet in a loving manner, and when they return to the manor, they will respect each other tacitly.

A romantic encounter begins with something else.

Facts have proved that there is no pie in the sky.

If there is, it is also the bait deliberately sent to your mouth by others.

After realizing the reality, Sean is also ready to bite the fishing line.

If you don't want to be reduced to a pawn, you have to become a chess player yourself.

And if you want to control the chessboard, you must first prepare enough chess pieces in your hand.

After a few days of silence in the study, Sean asked Joe to propose to Mrs. Mary a grand banquet for Alex's return.

This is a great opportunity to welcome Alex back into the upper class.

Lady Mary had no reason to refuse.

So, ten days later, a grand banquet kicked off in Rose Manor.

Sean, who is the brother of Erics, naturally also got the approval of Mrs. Mary to attend the banquet.

When the night fell, Rose Manor turned on all the crystal lamps, and through the colorful rose windows, it diffused a blurred and gorgeous light.The sacred stone statue of the God of Light stood in the fragrant garden, and the carriages stopped one after another.

The nobles of St. Via stepped on the soft carpet, talking and laughing in twos and threes. The men held their chins high and wore wavy top hats, and the women tightened their waists and dragged their sexy and graceful panniers. Holding the invitation card and a crimson rose in his hand, he walked into the pointed castle one by one.

More people came than expected.

Since the death of Viscount Norman, the Cabed family has long been worse than before, and Sean, who is a waste Viscount, naturally does not have such a big sympathy.

These people can come because of Madam Mary's status as a magister.

"Duke Oscar doesn't seem to be coming." Sean said to the girl beside him.

"Well, Her Majesty sent father to the Northern Territory, and he couldn't come back." Lilian was a little nervous as the hostess of such a big scene, "There are many people... Madam Mary is still not here?"

"Mother, I should show up later, this banquet is for Alex."

Sean looked not far away. At this time, Ericsson was surrounded by noble girls.

"Are you the younger brother of Viscount Sean?"

"Do you like riding horses?"

"I heard that you have been traveling all these years, do you have any interesting news?"

……

……

Erics is smiling and behaves politely, and the girls are not stingy with their enthusiasm for the tall and handsome man.

Lilian, who was sitting next to Sean, looked unhappy and listless.

After a while, the crisp bell broke the harmonious atmosphere, and the guests stopped talking.

The violinist and pianist in gowns came out from the spiral staircase, and the lights in the hall became extraordinarily bright.

Dancing is an essential part of a party.

Sean has limited legs and was unable to participate.

Therefore, as the Viscountess, Lilian could only sit at the edge of the hall, watching her beloved Erics kiss the back of other girls' hands.

The baton was waved along with the classic dance music. When the two young bodies danced lightly, Lilian seemed to have reached the limit of her patience and could no longer keep watching quietly.

"I'm a little bored." Lilian said softly, "I want to go for a walk."

"Would you like me to come with you?" Sean asked.

"It's okay, it's in the garden, I'll be back later."

Sean nodded without forcing it.

Not long after Lilian left, the song ended, and the handsome man under the light let go of his beautiful partner, left the banquet, and disappeared into the night.

Seeing this, Sean raised his eyebrows and walked towards the center of the hall with a cane.

After the dance, plates of sumptuous delicacies were delivered to the long dining table, and sweet wine was scattered like a fountain for the guests to drink by themselves.

Sean's eyes fell on the two young girls, they looked around as if they were looking for someone.

"Miss Lucy, Miss Helen." Sean walked over slowly, "Is the banquet still enjoyable?"

"Good evening, Viscount Sean."

"Miss Lucy, why didn't you see your brother, Baron Cister?" Sean asked.

"My brother went to play cards with someone." Seeing Sean, the girl named Lucy seemed to see a savior, "Viscount, um, um... have you seen Mr. Alex?"

"What can you do with him?"

"I, I want to apologize to him." Miss Lucy in a blue dress said with a frustrated expression, "Well... just at the dance, Mr. Alex left in the middle of the dance, I think it must be because I accidentally stepped on him foot, which made him unhappy."

"Why? Alex is not such a fussy person." Sean comforted me gently, "I think you must have misunderstood. I saw him walking towards the rose garden just now, maybe it was a surprise for you Maybe."

"Really, really?" Miss Lucy's face was slightly shy.

"Perhaps, isn't that the charm of romance? I wish you all a good time." Sean said with a hint of joke in his tone. After speaking, he saluted and walked to another place with his glass of wine.

The center of the hall is generally reserved for the owner.

And when the master or protagonist is absent, that position is reserved for the right.

The person with the highest authority is like a tall tower, with him as the center, radiating complex and intertwined communication branches.

Sean passed through the crowd, walked to the place with the brightest lights, and finally saw this "tall tower" dressed in luxurious clothes and with a beer belly.

Grand Duke Henry, the younger brother of the current Queen Carina, has the sole coinage right of the empire. According to rumors, he is the source of money for the Saint Via Empire.

It can be said that it is condescending for such a big man to attend the banquet of a junior like Alex.

Mrs. Mary's communication skills are admirable, and she has gone to great lengths to pave the way for her son.

And tonight, the archduke is also Sean's target.

Before reaching the front, Sean was stopped by two tall guards.

"Viscount, please wait a moment."

Sean glanced inside and saw a pile of poker cards on the table, and he knew it in his heart.

"It's okay, I think Dagong is in the mood."

As soon as the words fell, joyful laughter came from behind the two tall figures.

It appears that the gambler Grand Duke Henry has made another small fortune.

"Viscount Sean."

Hearing the sound, the two guards stepped back to make way for Sean.

"Grand Duke Henry, good evening." Sean bowed and saluted with a humble tone, "I wonder if you are satisfied with today's banquet?"

"Ah, I just played cards with Sister. The banquet was very interesting, but why didn't you see Madam Mary?" Grand Duke Henry leaned on the back of the soft chair, holding the chips he had just won.

"My mother is feeling unwell, and I came to see the Grand Duke on her behalf."

Grand Duke Henry stopped throwing chips, and he hesitated, "You?"

"Yes." Sean's tone was as sure as iron.

"Oh? Really, although it doesn't matter who comes, I thought it would be your brother Erics." Grand Duke Henry smiled, and then waved his hand, "Since you are here, sit down, yours." My legs are not good, how tiring it is to stand."

Sean did not refuse, and sat down as promised.

So far, he has been lucky to guess one by one.

The arrival of Grand Duke Henry was unusual, and there were indeed certain deals with Lady Mary.

Sean was about to speak, and continued to induce the other party to say more information.

Unexpectedly, Grand Duke Henry disrupted the rhythm and put forward the conditions first.

"Mrs. Mary should have told you that I only cooperate with smart people." With a snap, Grand Duke Henry pushed a gold coin with the Queen's face on it in front of Sean. "How about playing a game with me first?"

"I don't know what the Grand Duke wants to play?"

"Of course it's a game for smart people." Grand Duke Henry grabbed the cards on the table, "Don't rush to agree, I have to bet on everything I play?"

"Then what does the Grand Duke want to bet? To be honest, although I am a Viscount, I don't necessarily have more gold coins in my pocket than ordinary people on the road."

"Hahaha." Grand Duke Henry was amused by Sean's words, and his eyes fell on the young man's white fingertips, "It is true that you are wearing a glass ring on your hand. My servants don't wear such cheap jewelry."

Sean narrowed his eyes slightly.

"It's interesting, then I'll bet on something else. Let me think about it... then bet on your mask."

"Mask?" Sean frowned.

"Yeah, I'm curious about your face behind the mask. If you lose, how about showing your face in public at the banquet?"

Is this trying to humiliate him?

It's really the style of an arrogant aristocrat.

Sean looked at Grand Duke Henry with a half-smile, full of playful face, the corners of his mouth were slightly open, and he didn't reply right away.

Just when Grand Duke Henry was getting impatient, a loud slap suddenly split the air of the banquet.

Shane lowered his eyes slightly.

"Lucy?!"

Baron Situs, who had been standing behind him, hurried over.

In the middle of the crowd, Lilian lowered her arms, emotionally agitated, with a somewhat bewildered expression.

Miss Lucy, who fell to the ground, covered her face and sobbed softly.

The author has something to say: Note:

1 Santa Via Monetary System.

Gold coin: Also known as "Queen's Coin", it is printed with Queen Karina's face, which is equivalent to the current purchasing power of 100 yuan.

Silver coin: Printed with the pattern of the crown and the sun, and the national emblem of Saint Via, the purchasing power is equivalent to ten yuan.

Copper coin: Printed with the church cross, equivalent to the purchasing power of one dollar.

Mess, this article is a work of letting go of oneself, not a sweet pet, not a sweet pet.

The male protagonist is also different from what I wrote before, and his three views have nothing to do with me.

c is undecided, there are many single arrows, depending on the development of the plot, everyone buys stocks by themselves, and is responsible for their own profits and losses.

[Daily update, tentatively scheduled for [-] o'clock in the evening, the text is not short, enter the pit carefully, enter the pit cautiously. 】