This knight is too perfect

Chapter 73 True Colors Appearing
"Hailey, what do you think of that Rhine Knight?"

On the second floor of Emerald Manor, the second young master Ian looked at Rhine who was sitting next to the hall, and asked his sister Haley beside him with a smile.

In response to her second brother's sudden question, Hailey pretended to be nonchalant and said, "What do you think? Just a lucky guy with strength."

"is it?"

Ian looked at her with a smile, as if he wanted to see Haley's true thoughts through her blue eyes.

Haley was unmoved by this, as if this was what she thought in her heart and she had no other thoughts at all.

After a moment, Ian seemed to believe what Haley said.

He looked down at Rhine who was sitting next to Lilitha and expressed his opinion.

"Hailey, the so-called luck is just a humble word used by the strong. A child who is only thirteen years old already has such a calm mind and such a powerful extraordinary talent. So I don't think that the fact that he was favored by Her Highness Lilitha is just simple luck."

"That Rhine Knight does have great potential and is worth investing in."

At this point, Ian immediately shook his head regretfully.

"It's a pity that I have already made my choice in advance, and this sudden appearance of the Rhine Knight has hindered my plan to a certain extent. For this... I can only express my deep regret."

At this point, Ian suddenly changed the subject.

"By the way, Haley, your coming-of-age ceremony will be in three months, right?"

Hearing this, Haley's body suddenly stiffened.

Because she knew exactly what Ian meant by that, and she also understood what the so-called coming-of-age ceremony meant to her.

But she pretended not to understand, and said in a relaxed tone: "Yes, time flies. In three months, I will be sixteen years old. By then, I will also grow from a little girl to a real lady."

Ian smiled and touched her head, like a good brother showing his tenderness to his sister.

But this tenderness did not last long.

"...Hailey, I hope you can stay as innocent as you are now and try not to do anything that would make your brothers angry, okay?"

Listening to Ian's words that seemed caring but were actually warnings.

Haley's eyes were full of unwillingness as she lowered her head.

But when she raised her head, she immediately returned to the "innocence" that is unique to noble ladies.

And said in a puzzled tone: "What are you talking about, second brother, haven't I always done well?"

Ian looked at her meaningfully, then nodded and said, "Yes, Haley, you have always done very well, so well that everyone is very satisfied with you, but this does not mean that you can do well in the future."

"Fortunately, my eldest brother and I have discussed this with our father. We will announce your marriage to Andre, the eldest son of the Earl of Red Flame, on the day of your coming-of-age ceremony, and strive to have you married as soon as possible within a year."

"So, enjoy this last bit of 'girl time' in the Emerald Territory, my innocent little princess."

After saying that, Ian turned and left Haley, and walked downstairs to receive the 'noble ladies' and 'ladies' who came from afar.

Haley looked at Ian's back as he left. Her left hand was holding the railing on the second floor with such force that it seemed as if she wanted to crush it. Her expression was full of unwillingness.

Because she knew very well that if things were true as Ian said, her father, Earl Randy, would announce her marriage to Andre in three months.

This means that she will completely lose the possibility of competing for the title of 'Emerald Earl'.

This is undoubtedly unacceptable to Haley, who thinks highly of herself.

She didn't want to be a pawn at the mercy of others.

I also don't want to spend the rest of my life imprisoned in a gorgeous birdcage, being a 'canary' who can only make a living by pleasing others.

Thinking of this, Haley drank the red wine in her hand suddenly and made a decision with a firm look in her eyes.

She looked at Rhine and Lilith below and walked downstairs decisively.

Although Haley didn't want to reveal her "ambition" so early.

But who can blame her? Her time is running out.

At this time, Ian, who was among the noble ladies, glanced at Haley who had already gone downstairs and was walking towards Lilitha and others, his eyes narrowed slightly.

It seems that his sister thinks the same as he does.

She is not as simple and unambitious as everyone thinks.

But my foolish sister, you don't think that relying on a princess from Akkad alone can turn around your current predicament, do you?

It's true that we respect this princess, but that doesn't mean we are afraid of her.

After all, we are nobles of Morton, not nobles of Akkad...

"Good evening, Your Highness Lilitha, Mr. Jeter, and Mr. Rhine who just won a great victory."

In the banquet lounge area, facing Haley's expected visit, Lilysa put down the small cake in her hand and said politely: "Good evening, Miss Haley."

After getting Lilysa's response, Hailey immediately looked at Rhine and praised, "Mr. Rhine, this 'Blue Star' really suits you very well. You even took it to a level that it doesn't belong to."

"After all, I am sure that many people at the banquet have been attracted by your heroic appearance and are preparing to secretly investigate the source of the dress you are wearing. This will also bring a very considerable income to my Maple Leaf House."

"And Mr. Rhine, to express my gratitude to you, my Maple Leaf House and I are ready to provide you with all the dresses you need for future banquets for free. What do you think?"

Faced with Haley's sudden "sponsorship", Rhine did not respond directly, but looked at Lilitha.

It's not that Rhine has no opinion, but he knows very well that Haley's so-called "sponsorship" is not that simple.

He couldn't agree easily, let alone agree without Lilysa's permission.

In response to Rhine's question, Lilith nodded calmly, indicating that there was no problem.

Seeing this, Rhine immediately smiled and said to Haley, "Thank you very much for your help, Miss Haley. After all, if I were to buy such an expensive dress by myself, I might not be able to afford it with my current salary level. I am really getting a bargain."

"Mr. Rhine, you're joking. With the potential you've shown, I think there are plenty of people willing to help you prepare a dress for free, so I'm the one who's really taking advantage of it."

At this point, Hailey suddenly thought of something. She looked at the ring on Rhine's left ring finger, which was made of two interlaced black crow feathers, and asked curiously, "Mr. Rhine, as far as I know, you probably haven't had your coming-of-age ceremony yet, but what is this ring on your left ring finger?"

Hearing this, Lilitha on the side gave Rhine an answer.

"It's just a witch's boring and evil taste. It's not worth mentioning."

Is it really not worth mentioning?

After hearing Lilitha's nonchalant description, Haley had a different opinion in her mind.

You know, as the daughter of an earl, she knows very well what the word "witch" means.

It means that nothing is simple when it comes to them.

And because of their unusual thinking logic, it is often difficult for outsiders to guess what they are thinking.

Thinking of this, Haili couldn't help but say, "Your Highness Lilisha, which witch is so bold as to dare to reach out to your guardian knight?"

Hearing this, Lilitha gave Rhine a meaningful look and replied, "Ms. Hayley, you shouldn't ask which witch is so bold as to touch my guardian knight."

"Instead, you should ask why my guardian knight was so bold as to believe the words of a witch so easily. Do you think I'm right? Mr. Rhine is too kind." "Ahem..."

Hearing this, Rhine, who was drinking water, suddenly choked, then immediately put down the cup in his hand and looked at Jet, an outsider standing beside him, with a look for help.

In response to this, the old man Jet suddenly used his "wandering mind" technique, looked up at the gorgeous chandelier on the ceiling of the banquet without any warning, and ignored Rhine's request for help on the spot.

This move is undoubtedly telling Rhine, don't look at me, kid, this has nothing to do with me, and don't try to drag me into this.

There was no way out but to face Jet's inaction.

In the end, Rhine could only face Lilith's deliberate "torture" alone.

"Ahem, Miss Hayley, Her Highness Lilitha, I think an upright knight should not stand idly by when an innocent person asks for help, even if the other person is just a witch."

Hearing this, Lilisha folded her arms across her chest and sneered, "Really? Shouldn't the real situation be that an upright knight was bewitched by the witch's beautiful appearance, and then she took advantage of his kindness?"

In response to this, Rhine immediately changed his original embarrassment and answered Lilitha's question seriously with an extremely serious expression and tone.

"Your Highness, I know very well the boundary between 'hypocrisy' and 'kindness', and I also know very well what kind of soul is worthy of redemption."

"After all, my teacher Fergus also took advantage of my kindness. But can Your Highness deny my teacher's noble soul that deserves to be saved?"

"So, even if she is a witch, and even if I know her motives are not pure, as long as her soul is innocent and there is still a possibility of redemption, as a knight I should not and cannot stand idly by."

"After all, if I ignore the innocent people's requests for help today, how can I expect anyone to lend me a helping hand when I'm in trouble in the future?"

Faced with Rhine's extremely serious expression, Lilitha was stunned.

Then she looked at Rhine and said sincerely, "Indeed, as long as the other person's soul is innocent, even if her purpose is not pure, she is still worthy of being saved."

"You have taught me a good lesson again, Mr. Rhine. I apologize for my previous arrogance."

Lilisha changed her attitude suddenly and reflected on her mistakes seriously.

This made Rhine feel a little embarrassed.

"It's okay, Your Highness. The reason you have this thought is only because you and I look at the problem from different perspectives. There is no need to apologize."

Hearing this, Lilisa suddenly changed the subject.

"Then our kind Mr. Rhine, is your reason for helping the witch really not because you admire her beautiful appearance?"

"..."

Rhine was silent for a moment, but still gave an honest answer.

"That is part of the reason, but the proportion is not high."

Hearing this, Lilysa looked at Rhine with a half-smile and said, "In that case, I wonder if our kind-hearted Mr. Rhine is willing to help the beautiful noble lady next to him?"

"After all, our Miss Hailey is facing a lot of trouble right now. She is also very beautiful. More importantly, she seems to be looking forward to your help."

Hearing this, Rhine looked at Hailey who had become nervous, and after thinking for a moment, he said, "Your Highness, unconditional kindness is not kindness, but an accomplice of evil. Besides, I don't think the problem Miss Hailey is facing is a problem of 'salvation' and 'being redeemed'."

"But I can consider making a deal with Miss Haley, a deal that follows the principle of equal exchange."

"The premise is that Miss Haley can come up with chips that satisfy me."

"This is the truth you taught me, Your Highness, isn't it?"

Lilisha turned to look at Hailey and said with a smile: "Did you hear that, Miss Hailey? My guardian knight has already given his answer. Now it depends on your sincerity."

I heard Lilitha call Rhine her guardian knight again instead of Mr. Rhine.

Haley immediately understood the deeper meaning of Lilitha's words.

Because she was hinting to Hayley that the person she wanted to convince at the moment was not only Rhine, but also her, the princess of Akkad.

Haley, who understood this, took a deep breath and said seriously, "I understand, Your Highness Lilisha, Mr. Rhine, I will think about it carefully after I go back and show you a sufficient price so that you can feel my sincerity."

After that, Haley said goodbye to the two and left.

Just as Hailey walked away, Rhine suddenly said, "Your Highness, next time if there is such an emergency, can you tell me the script in advance so that I can be prepared, instead of suddenly performing like you did just now? This puts a lot of pressure on me."

Hearing this, Lilisha smiled and said, "But didn't I see that Mr. Rhine acted very well just now?"

"It can even be said that Mr. Rhine, who understood the script right away and immediately began to act out his true self, made the effect of this stage play far exceed my expectations."

"So, be more confident, Mr. Rhine. You are born to be on this stage under the spotlight."

Faced with Lilitha's praise, Rhine could only smile bitterly.

Although in terms of results, he did a pretty good job.

But he couldn't guarantee that he could do so well every time.

However, the puzzling conversation between the two made Jet, who was standing next to them, open his eyes wide.

The stage, the performance, the script… I know every word they said, but why can’t I understand when they are put together?
Perhaps sensing Jeter's doubts, Lilysa smiled and explained, "Jeter, sometimes the more you value a deal, the less you can show that you care."

"Because only in this way can you take the initiative in the transaction into your own hands and strive for the greatest benefit."

"Our Mr. Rhine understood this clearly, so he responded to me immediately."

"And after Mr. Rhine's superb performance just now, I think our Miss Haley should re-examine the chips she was originally going to put up and try to increase them as much as possible."

"Because if she doesn't do this, it won't be easy to convince me and Mr. Rhine, who don't care about this deal."

Hearing this, Jet suddenly understood.

It turns out that after all this time, Lilitha and Rhine were bargaining with Haley.

It’s just that their methods were too sophisticated, so sophisticated that even he, who was familiar with them, couldn’t see it.

However, Jet suddenly changed the subject and said, "But Your Highness, I feel that some of your words just now did not seem to be deliberate performance. At least I can't see any trace of performance at all."

"Oh? Which one?"

"You asked Rhine whether his reason for helping the witch included his appreciation for her beauty."

After saying this, Lilitha looked at Jet meaningfully but did not give a direct answer.

As for Rhine, he shuddered all over after hearing Jet's "unintentional words".

Sweating profusely, Jet's simple words immediately made Rhine sweat profusely.

Because he knew that everything Lilitha had just said was true, without even a single lie.

So it's not just Rhine who plays himself, Lilitha as well.

In this regard, Rhine could only eat voraciously under Lilitha's half-smiley look.

Because only in this way can he avoid this embarrassing and difficult question...

(End of this chapter)