876 – No Country for Two-Eyed – 4

After I let everything go, I actually felt more at ease.

It is natural. If you are carrying greed, your mind will naturally feel uncomfortable. If you were carrying a heavy sack of rice or a bag of cement on your body right now, wouldn’t your body scream? Your mind also operates on a similar principle.

My heart screamed because I dared to have too much, because I was too greedy. I now realize the obvious.

‘Was it really that greedy to want to cut the sky somewhere other than Geommyo?’

I had that thought for a moment, but quickly shook it off.

Let’s not think about this problem any more. If we try to change something that has already been decided, it will only tire me out. My role is to show the first king of Armenia, his comrades, and his descendants the level of humanity that they have reached. That is all I have to do. There is no need to consider the relationship between the two countries or the distortions of the future.

“Shall we go there next?”

Anyway, maybe it was because I had emptied my mind. The honeymoon I was enjoying with Fine became even more enjoyable. It was already good, but it became incomparably better than before.

Up until now, even though the couple was spending cozy times, there was a worry in a corner of their hearts, but now that worry has disappeared. The process is a bit strange, but I think it’s okay as long as the result is good.

I decided to just think that way. There are wise sayings from the past that say if you can’t avoid it, enjoy it.

“That castle was built by King Zabel III for his queen. It was a reward for those who believed in him and followed him until the end, even though he lost the capital due to a rebellion.”

He pointed to a small but splendid castle built on a hill.

A small castle built under the direction of King Zabel III, not in the royal family’s name but in the queen’s personal name. For hundreds of years, the castle was owned by collateral lines starting from the queen’s eldest daughter, but it was returned to the royal family somehow during the reign of the previous king. This is a historical site.

Today, it is said to be a major tourist attraction for couples, symbolizing the strong love and devotion of the couple, King Zabel III. It is the perfect place for Fine and me to visit.

‘Zabel III…’

However, it feels strange to think that Zabel III, who created that castle, was the one who rebelled against his younger brother and threw the jewel away.

Even if I try not to think about it, I can’t help it. How can he show off his presence here and there when I forget? To be honest, he was a commoner who almost lost the throne to his younger brother. Is it because he almost became a deposed king that he’s being glorified as ‘But that gentleman loved his wife’?

“honey?”

“If I make a surname like that, will our name be remembered in history?”

When I kept silent, Fine opened her mouth as if she was puzzled, and I gave her an appropriate excuse. I couldn’t say that I was cursing a foreign king who had been dead for hundreds of years.

“We’ll buy the place where we first met and build a castle there. If we’re just building it for the purpose of a villa, it doesn’t have to be connected by a road, and it doesn’t have to have any special products. Since it’s a villa for us to visit, it’s actually better if there are no people.”

But for an excuse that was made on the spur of the moment, it wasn’t bad. Even a commoner who almost took the throne built a castle, so what could I not do?

Besides, the impact of the word surname is so great that it is not uncommon for nobles to create surnames. It may not be common in good conscience, but if you look into it, there are quite a few nobles who create surnames.

Of course, due to budget constraints and the emperor’s perception, it is impossible to build a castle of crazy size. Instead, even a small size can sufficiently show off aesthetic sense.

“Seo, what is your last name?”

Fine’s eyes fluttered sharply at my suggestion.

Fine, who was born a commoner and became a knight, is now a noble. He is a wealthy noble of the empire and has lands, but he seems to have not completely abandoned the values ​​of his commoner days. That must be why he is so agitated by the word surname. Fine also has a surname of his own.

‘Actually, I’m nervous too.’

However, they say that couples tend to resemble each other. Not only Fine, but my heart also started to flutter at the mention of castle construction. Those who have spent money tend to spend it well, but I am the type of person who only saves up money little by little and rarely spends it.

What’s that guy doing all of a sudden? Building a castle? Not just a mansion, but a castle?

‘Even if it’s unfamiliar, I have to handle it within my own limits.’

However, no matter how unfamiliar, embarrassing, and nervous it may be, I must handle it within my line, within my family line. If this story leaks out, some rascal will throw the castle at me, saying, “Our count wanted a castle! He should have said it long ago!”

I can’t let that kind of disaster happen twice. I wonder if I’d feel depressed every time I went to play with Behemoth with the kids. It’s because the presence of the spirit that came into my pocket out of nowhere was so splendid.

However, that estate is land prepared for raising animals. It is not a big problem to feel depressed every time you see it, but it is difficult to obtain a castle for your wives in that way. If you have finally prepared a couple’s villa and it is so ugly, then it is a bit much.

“Let’s build a castle and use it as a vacation home, and when our children get older, we can pass it down to them, and if necessary, we can just live there. It wouldn’t be a bad idea to retire and live in a quiet place, right?”

“Retirement… in a quiet place…”

Anyway, as I continued to persuade her, Finedo seemed to be moved and started muttering along with me.

A busy couple retires and lives in the countryside. Some people prefer the city, but the place where I want to build my castle is where Fine and I first met. It is Fine’s first and second hometown. It is the perfect place to live after retirement.

“it’s okay.”

“huh?”

“I, I can’t be the only one enjoying such luxury. Of course it’s a happy thing, but it seems cowardly to monopolize the joy by myself…”

Fine, who had been thinking about it for a long time, hesitated and refused. And for a very cute reason.

“Don’t worry. Of course I’ll build six.”

“…yes?”

“We have different memories, so it would be rude to lump them all together. I’ll build one in each place and give them to each person as a gift. Zabel III had one wife, but I have six.”

Fine opened his mouth blankly at my words. It seemed as if he had never imagined the crazy idea of ​​building six castles at the same time.

I didn’t know I would think like this. But I decided to give it as a gift, not a necklace or bracelet, but my last name. If one person gives it to me and the other doesn’t, it would be enough grounds for divorce.

So, even if it’s a bit too much, this is right. If you’re really short on money, you can ask the Golden Horse for help.

‘Because there are a lot of blank checks.’

A blank check received in return for introducing the Golden Ball to Leviathan. A master key that can legally embezzle the fortune of the Oshiden family.

That precious item is still safely stored in a drawer in my bedroom.

Fine’s spirit briefly went out of him due to the remarks about the construction of a castle at the same time, but, as expected from someone with quick resilience, he quickly regained consciousness.

However, it seemed a bit difficult to continue the tour, so I returned to my accommodation. Once the mind is out of order, it tends to waver several times afterward. Even if I force Fine, who is already mentally shocked, to go, I won’t be able to enjoy the tour.

“Are you coming to your senses?”

“Oh, yes, I’m fine now.”

When I tapped Fine’s shoulder while she was sitting on the bed, Fine quickly nodded.

I couldn’t help but laugh. I was feeling relieved after letting go of my obsession with the sword, but I couldn’t help but be even happier when Fine showed me this side of herself.

“Even if you call it a castle, it doesn’t have to be anything grand. After all, it’s just a house that people build to live in, and it’s just a little bigger than other houses.”

“I don’t think so….”

‘oh.’

It felt different to see Fine protesting cautiously. I never thought I would see Fine refute my words.

I think it’s the power of time, the power of marriage. Maybe it’s the power of becoming a mother.

‘Mom.’

I glanced out the window. It was summer, so the days were long and it was hard to tell what time it was, but it was probably early evening.

That means if I eat now, I will stay in the room until the next day. Unless there are unexpected visitors, my time with Fine will continue.

“Pineya.”

And Pine and I are trained warriors. It doesn’t matter if we skip a meal or two.

“Is it better for Mary to have a younger brother or a younger sister?”

“I guess I have a younger brother who resembles my wife─”

“Okay, little brother. I’ll try.”

A child’s gender isn’t determined by effort, but out of courtesy, I put Fine to bed with the words, “I’m trying.”

No, maybe my efforts could influence the gender of the child. Since Enen is a living blessed and saint (Jin), if I pray earnestly, wouldn’t the gender of the child be determined?

“Hey, honey?”

No, that’s not it. What’s important now is not the gender of the future child that we’ll see in at least 10 months, but the Pine in front of us.

“You received good energy from a good place. You should use it in a good way.”

He smiled faintly and touched Fine’s cheek.

The love between the king who was on the verge of dethronement and the queen who did not leave him. We toured the castle, which can be considered evidence of that love, so we must have felt the energy of the couple, King Zabel III.

Of course, our love surpasses Zabel III. But if love has no limits, then adding 30 to 100 wouldn’t be bad.

“Our Mary. Dad and Mom must have gone out to play and got upset, so let’s go back with a nice gift.”

I didn’t hear an answer.

To be exact, there was no need to hear it.

***

The day of Prince Ruth’s wedding has finally arrived.

‘at las.’

I wiped my eyes without realizing it.

Among the current princes and princesses, Ryutis is a particularly cheerful and unique person. Although he is the oldest of the unmarried royals, he has not been married or even engaged and has spent three years at the Imperial Academy.

To be honest, as an Armenian nobleman, and as someone who is honorably called a younger brother to His Majesty the King, I have been very worried about the decline of Ryutis. He is certainly a tall man with a great appearance, excellent swordsmanship, and knowledge. His personality is also flawless, except for his impulsiveness.

Although it may be a bit impulsive, I think each person has their own minor flaws. That’s why I thought that if you wanted to, you could choose a partner whenever you wanted.

‘You didn’t really make up your mind, did you?’

Unfortunately, even after graduating from the academy, he had no relationship with a woman. He spent his days only holding a sword.

As an Armenian knight, he was a fine sight, but as a royal, it was a heartbreaking sight. What would the other nobles think if a direct royal family member did not marry?

But that worry has come to an end today. Finally, His Majesty Rutis is getting married.

‘This has never happened in my lifetime.’

I wiped my eyes again. If the tears I had wiped away earlier were the tears of General Armen, then these were the tears of Count Nerkaf, who was like my uncle to me.

‘ah.’

As I was calming my mind like that, I saw a familiar face in the distance.

“Lord Villar.”

“Hello, Your Excellency the Great Commander.”

Sir Villar, who will soon become the master of the lute.

I saw a hero who had raised a very good daughter.