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Chapter 92: Salah III: We are all men, I understand

Facing Salah III's eager eyes, Roland couldn't stand it.

"Isn't this... a little too fast?"

Looking at Roland's expression, Salah III also sighed: "It's not possible without a hurry."

"Although the child is good-looking and his personality is not that bad."

"But after so many years of rumors, I'm afraid not many people are willing to approach her."

"It's rare to find a mutually agreeable relationship. How can I not be anxious for her?"

Salah III continued earnestly: "My child, it's just an engagement, not a wedding."

"You two can definitely cultivate your relationship, right?"

"The imperial law doesn't stipulate that men can only marry one wife."

"All men, I understand you."

Salah III simply hooked his arm around Roland's neck and said, "Actually, if my two unlucky brothers hadn't died suddenly, I wouldn't have inherited the throne."

"When I was young, my ambition was to be a noble who lived a life of luxury, traveling and exploring adventures from time to time."

"Live a life of mediocrity, accompanied by more than a dozen wives."

"As a father, I really hope that you will only have Iluvia in your heart."

"But as a man, I also understand your thoughts."

"Every young person has their love blossoming."

"As long as Iluvia has no objection, I won't interfere too much."

After saying that, Salah III patted Roland on the shoulder and said, "Think about this carefully."

"You can't afford to suffer."

Roland was silent.

His filter for Salah seems to have been shattered.

Originally, he admired the old emperor very much.

After all, under his governance, the empire's economy and people's livelihood have been significantly improved, especially the laying of the magic train network he led, which has greatly increased trade exchanges across the empire.

In addition, his strong suppression of the nobles caused the nobles, who were originally equivalent to local tyrants in their fiefdoms, to lose their previous power.

Such an achievement can be regarded as a great talent and strategy.

Not to mention, if Wellington had not poisoned them this time, that group of nobles would not even have been able to launch a rebellion.

But it was this emperor who said these words to Roland at this moment.

It really makes people doubt how much truth there is in his words.

"I will speak to Iluvia, Your Majesty."

Salah III laughed. "Okay. I'll wait for your answer then."

"The conversation is over. The doctor told me I need plenty of rest, so I won't keep you any longer."

Roland stood up, said goodbye, and then pushed the door open and left.

After Roland left, Salah III started laughing to himself again.

Talk to Iluvia?
No need to talk about it. This idea was originally proposed by her, so she has no objection.

Thinking of this, Salah III also breathed a sigh of relief.

The biggest stone in his heart has finally been put down.

Not to mention that anyone who can gain the recognition of the holy sword is no ordinary person.

Whether considering Iluvia's lifelong event or keeping talents in the empire and letting them stand on the side of the royal family, engagement would not be a wrong choice.

As for personal emotional issues... Just like he said, as long as Iluvia has no objection, it's fine.

……

"So soon?" Iluvia, who was leaning against the wall in the corridor, was also a little surprised to see Roland coming out.

"Father...Did Father say anything to you?"

Iluvia's earlobes turned red, and she turned her head away, not daring to look Roland in the eye.

His hands, behind his back, were playing with his fingers uncontrollably.

Roland took a deep breath and said, "Prepare yourself mentally first."

"Don't be afraid of what I'm going to say next."

Iluvia swallowed her saliva. Her once confident mindset was now in a state of panic.

But she nodded anyway, trying her best to remain calm.

"You say it."

"His Majesty wants me to be engaged to you."

"!!!"

Iluvia's eyes widened, and the breath that rose to her chest almost choked her to death.

What's going on? Why did Father suddenly tell Roland this?
Did he misunderstand what he meant?

She just wanted to introduce her friend to him!
But now is definitely not a good time to explain.

And Roland... didn't seem to be resisting too much.

"So, what do you think?" Iluvia said shyly, "As for the engagement... I don't have any objection."

The phrase "voice as soft as a mosquito" was created specifically for the current Iluvia.

Roland didn't hear the second half of Iluvia's words at all.

But he could see that Iluvia was in a difficult situation.

Yes, getting engaged right away was too sudden.

Not to mention Iluvia, I wasn't even mentally prepared.

The most important thing is that whenever I think of topics related to engagement, whenever I want to enjoy something along these lines, Kalia's face pops up in my mind.

It made him feel a little confused.

"I think it would be best if we first... well, spend some time together."

"I mean getting along normally."

Iluvia: "ーへー"

"Oh~~~ You think so."

Roland complained: "You don't look very happy."

Iluvia curled her lips: "How can I be unhappy?"

As she spoke, Iluvia walked forward and shook Roland's hand: "But..."

"Since you've said that, does that mean you have no objection to the engagement?"

Iluvia suddenly looked up, then pulled Roland towards her with force.

The next moment, Roland experienced the second forced kiss in his life.

However, compared to Kalia who ran away immediately after kissing her and pretended nothing happened the next day, Iluvia seemed much calmer at this time.

Although the guy's face was as red as a boiling kettle, at least she didn't run away immediately.

"This is a gift, Mr. Fiancé."

Iluvia said this with a smile.

Then the blush on her face became more intense.

He quickly let go of Roland's hand, turned around, covered his face, and squatted in a corner.

If you're shy, don't say things like that...

"Don't come over here... leave me alone."

Roland, who was about to go over to check on Iluvia's condition, stopped when he heard the words.

Does this guy have eyes on his back?
"Crack! Crack!"

After slapping her face twice, Iluvia stood up, looked at Roland and said, "Let me take you out of the palace first."

"I have to stay in the palace these few days to help my father handle some government affairs."

“Although the storm has subsided, there is still a lot to be done.”

"Father's health still needs a considerable period of rest. During this period, he cannot engage in high-intensity work."

Perhaps she had a premonition of the document hell that awaited her, but there was a hint of despair on Iluvia's face.

But she quickly regained her composure, walked up to Roland, and poked his chest with her finger. "So... if you have nothing to do, remember to come visit me at the palace more often. Otherwise, I'll be bored."

"As for the credentials to enter the palace, I will help you get it."

"Don't forget it."

(End of this chapter)