The random characters in the dating sim world are a bit bad.

Once you become an adventurer, you have the choice.

On the bed, his younger brother Colin was fast asleep.

Lyon smiled upon seeing this.

Although he finds it hard to understand why his parents would have another child, as the older brother, he will definitely do his best to help Colin.

This is not only to give myself a reason to strive, but also for something that will never fade from my heart.

The next morning.

Leon was called into his father Barcos's office.

"...A blind date? How could this be, Father!"

Leon was taken aback by the sudden marriage.

Zola, sitting on the sofa, watched Leon's panicked expression while smiling brightly without any restraint.

Barcos looked at Zola with anger but dared not speak out. After hesitating for a while, he handed the woman's profile to Leon.

The brochure contains the other person's photo and various information.

Leon understood his father's actions, so he accepted the introduction without saying much, and mentally prepared himself.

[If it were a normal blind date, agreeing wouldn't be an option either, but that vicious Zola...]

Lyon knew it was impossible when he saw Zola's nauseating smile.

"This is a marriage proposal brought by Zola. It seems like an acquaintance is looking for a second husband."

While Barcos was speaking, Leon was seriously reading the introduction, while Zola took a sip of the family's finest tea and then began to complain.

"Don't bring out this cheap stuff, it doesn't suit my palate."

Neither Barcos nor Leon responded to Zola's complaints.

"I won't accept it. I will never marry someone decades older than me!"

Leon slammed the brochure in his hand onto the table without any politeness, his face filled with anger.

Seeing Leon's anger, Zola felt incredibly satisfied. She had already made up her mind about dealing with this guy who always treated her coldly.

"This is the person who usually takes care of me. She is a girl from a noble family with a long history of serving the royal family."

Zola slammed the teacup down abruptly, speaking in a commanding tone.

"I don't accept it, and as a nobleman, I am required to attend school!"

Lyon argued his case forcefully, his voice sounding very agitated.

According to the unspoken rules of this country, nobles generally have to wait until after graduation to get married, and their marriage partners are usually found within the academy.

In addition, there were common political marriages; otherwise, aristocratic marriages were basically arranged within the academy.

Moreover, even if it's a political marriage, who has ever seen a girl marrying into a baronial family who cannot inherit a title?

Most importantly, this girl has already been married seven times.

All of her husbands were soldiers or similar.

The Kingdom of Holfald stipulates that the families of soldiers who die in battle are entitled to a sum of money every year.

It's obvious that the baron's daughter was using this to make money, and Zola probably received a kickback as well.

"That's enough. It's somewhat acceptable for the second son to go to school, but it's completely unnecessary for the third son to go!"

Zola's voice grew louder and his tone became more forceful due to his anger.

Lyon simply looked at this with an even colder gaze.

Seeing that something was wrong with Leon, Barcos quickly stepped forward.

“Leon, I also feel bad for you, but it's true that our family doesn't have money. Although you can earn money after you start school…”

Barcos kept apologizing, glancing at Zola every now and then.

Once Zola had made up her mind, she didn't react to anything Barcos said and just sat on the sofa, putting on airs.

"Even if I send you to school, you won't be able to find a job after graduation. It's better for you to get married now for the sake of the family. Besides, I've already prepared a path for you to become a soldier."

Leon's gaze softened as he looked at Zola, who was determined to kill him.

"Father, it seems the crux of the problem is now clear."

Barcos was puzzled by Leon's words, his face filled with confusion.

Zola, on the other hand, wore a mocking expression and looked superior.

"The reason I can't go to school is just because of money. Once I have money, I'll be able to go to school, right?"

Hearing Leon's words, Zola scoffed, crossed her legs, and looked at Leon with a contemptuous gaze, saying sarcastically, "This is the first time I've heard someone like you who's never earned any money say something so impressive."

Leon remained unmoved by Zola's taunts, wearing a kind smile on his face.

Because everything is now clear!

Volume 1: Chapter 3 The Passerby Forced into Marriage Has No Choice But to Take an Adventure

Zola left after facing Leon's tough stance.

Only Leon and his father, Barcos, remained in the room.

Leon picked up the teacup Zola had used, examined it closely, and then threw it into the trash can.

Barcos watched Lyon's behavior without saying a word, because this wasn't the first time.

[His son made no attempt to hide his dislike for Zola, unlike himself who was timid.]

Barcos had his reasons for being timid.

For border barons like them, a wife had to be commensurate with their status, and it was for this strange reason that Zola married Barcos.

It's more accurate to call it a transaction than a marriage.

"Father, if Zola divorces you, will our family be able to survive?"

Hearing Lyon's question, Barcos was stunned for a long time before finally speaking with a hint of helplessness.

“Lyon, my marriage to that woman is absolutely necessary. After all, our family holds the title of Baron, and without a comparable marriage, we are probably…”

Barcos didn't say it, but Lyon knew.

If they don't find a suitable marriage partner, the Bartofalter family will disappear!

“I understand, Father. But why did that guy tell the Knicks?”

Barks shook his head.

"Although there is a significant age difference between you and the Knicks... it is indeed strange, as if it is being targeted at you on purpose."

At this moment, Barcos also sensed that something was wrong.

Leon was already aware of Zola's attitude towards him, so he didn't continue the topic. Instead, he asked about the family's financial situation.

"Father, is there enough money left in the family for me to attend the academy? Once I'm in the academy, I can earn the money I need by going through the maze."

Barcos didn't deny his son's words and believed him, but he could only sigh when he thought about the family's financial situation.

"To be honest, it's very difficult. We have too much debt at home."

Lyon fell silent upon hearing his father's reply.

The marriage between Barcos and Zola was a true transaction, as was the case for most of the border barons.

In exchange for marriage, a portion of the family's income is given to the women living in the capital!

It sounds ridiculous, but it is indeed happening.

"It seems the only option is to take the risk."

Lyon gazed at the boundless sky outside the window, his eyes filled with determination.

"Father, if possible, please prepare weapons and airships for me. I will bring enough wealth to the family."

Upon hearing Leon's idea of ​​going on an adventure, Barcos's first reaction was to stop him, followed by silence.

“Father, if we accept that guy’s forced marriage this time, then Colin will be next. You know how I treat that woman.”

Lyon spoke somewhat dejectedly, his entire figure appearing forlorn.

"I understand, Lyon. Although our family's financial situation isn't great, I'll do my best to prepare things for you."

This was the first time Barcos had seen his son Leon so dejected, and it was also the first time he had rebelled against Zola!

…………

A week later.

In front of the warehouse.

Lyon looked at the old-fashioned rifle placed in front of him with a hint of joy in his eyes.

Old-style rifles could be loaded with five bullets at a time.

The power depends on the type of bullet fired.

As an otome game featuring swords and magic, in addition to regular bullets, there are also special magic bullets, which cost several times more than regular bullets.

A day earlier, they received a letter from the Knicks informing them about the family.

That family had an extremely bad reputation, and that woman's reputation was even worse.

She was a member of a group called the Forest of Ladies, a group whose members were a bunch of guys who had messed up countless men and enjoyed it...

Most importantly, there are rumors that high-ranking noblewomen gather together to send unusable men to the battlefield to be killed. Some even say that it wasn't just that they were made to appear as if they died in battle, but that they were actually disposed of by them?

More importantly, Zola is also connected to him.

This further encouraged Barcos to help Leon on his adventures, preparing more special bullets and bombs for him.

Leon guessed that Zola didn't tell her brother Nix about it to avoid the news reaching the palace through the academy.

At the moment, Leon has no interest in the Lady's Forest. He just needs to make enough money so he can use that opportunity to go to the academy and gain time to develop his skills.

Of course, given the opportunity, he wouldn't mind separating Zola from the Bartofart family.

However, it seems impossible at the moment.

"Leon, don't do anything foolish."

Barcos watched Leon fiddling with his gun and gave him serious instructions.

In his mind, it didn't matter whether Lyon took a risk or ran away this time, as long as he didn't rush into the capital with his weapon and try to kill Zola.

Security in the capital is extremely tight; if Lyon were to go there armed, he would only face certain death.

"Don't worry, Father. I won't risk my life for that guy."

Lyon loaded the bullets into the old-fashioned rifle.

"Besides, that guy's life isn't worth the risk."

Barcos looked at Leon, whose face was full of confidence, and didn't say much. He stepped forward and hugged him warmly.

"Leon, you must be careful."

Leon smiled slightly as he looked at his mother, whose face was covered in tears, then squatted down and pinched Colin's little face.

"Colin, be sure to listen to your father and mother at home. I'll be back soon."

Young Colin didn't fully understand adventure, but seeing Leon's outfit, he wanted to go with him.

However, Barcos, with his experience as an adventurer, was well aware of the dangers of Lyon's upcoming voyage.

"Leon, it would be best if we could find an uninhabited floating island. If not, it's best not to challenge the maze alone."

"Don't worry, Father. Your son is far more capable than you imagine."

The nobles of the Kingdom of Holfate were largely made through finding floating islands, with military achievements being a secondary factor.

If Leon finds a floating island, he can legally secede from it and avoid being forced into marriage.

"Father, I will be back in three months!"

Leon piloted the airship prepared by his father, Barcos, into the unknown sky.