Chapter 501 – Confidence and Determination

The yard of the mansion where the wind blows.

Roman came out of the image and opened her closed eyes.

‘I feel dizzy.’

The problem was that among the three images, there was an image of a goddess that had been adjusted to allow external time to pass.

The impact of time stopping and flowing, stopping and flowing, struggling not to get tangled.

It felt like there was a foreign body in her head, but it disappeared after a few seconds.

‘Anyway… It wasn’t easy.’

It was a difficult process, but it did not fail.

The reason for her success was not because the design of the ring that Roman envisioned was perfect, but because the condition of the two girls who filled her energy was good enough to create a clear picture.

Gleipnir and Rakshasa, who worked hard to create, will rest quietly for the time being.

Tak!

Roman got up from her place and put his hand into her inventory.

A total of 8 rings on the palm.

There are small red gems embedded in the black background, which makes you wonder if it is made of onyx or obsidian.

‘It looks good.’

The red light that pushes away the darkness of dawn in the yard is impressive.

Even though it is a simple design with no special patterns, it has the elegance of an outstanding accessory.

‘···Wouldn’t it be tacky?’

This gem-like thing is not made of minerals such as rubies, but a crystal made by combining and fixing Roman’s mana with the power of Gleipnir and cutting it with a slash from a Rakshasa.

If you look closely inside, you can see something similar to the dark red aura that Roman shows in battle, swimming calmly.

This ring gives Roman the ‘solidarity’ he had wanted from the beginning. It is a useful item that has even been given an attribute, one of the stems extending from there.

“Hmm.”

When I put the ring on my finger, it automatically adjusted to the size.

It’s good because it doesn’t feel the hard fit or strange feeling that is typical of jewelry.

After checking by clenching and opening his fist, Roman put the ring back in his inventory.

– As you know, the bond with the master is the same as the state of Rakshasa or Nir.

“···.”

When Roman heard those words, he immediately understood what they meant.

Giving this ring and making a marriage proposal will have a heavy meaning that cannot be compared to a simple marriage.

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Roman, who had finished his errands while wandering around in his mind, spent some quality time helping Eclair, who was preparing breakfast alone from early in the morning, baking dozens of pancakes.

After everyone got up and finished the noisy meal, we stretched out on the sofa like slime and wasted time.

Although he was extremely happy and peaceful, Roman’s mind was quite complicated due to the proposal.

And the promised time.

I headed to the church where Atra was waiting with everyone.

“Brother. I want to bring drinks with my sisters. Is that okay?”

“Go slowly. Do you have any coins?”

“Yes!”

It was the day when she stopped by Rike’s estate to hold a memorial service for her mother, so she seemed excited.

Everyone felt at ease because Ricke, who was right next to Roman, seemed to be in a better mood than anyone else.

It may be due to the natural effect of being pregnant. She may be just happy with the progress.

“Hey! The weather is nice!”

– Hiss!

Everyone walked down the sun-drenched streets of the capital with a drink in their mouths.

From Eclair’s perspective, it’s a walk he doesn’t remember doing unless it’s a battlefield or a mission.

Her gait as she held a drink with Chloe linked arms was the most awkward. Half of the time, she was being dragged away by her younger brother.

It was safe to say that this was my first time going out with everyone when the sun was shining.

There was no longer any hesitation in gathering attention, so the chatting and laughter continued all the way to the church.

“I wanted to spend every day like this with my brother, but it feels like a dream.”

“Now every day will be like this.”

In response, Rike smiled brightly and placed her head on her lover’s forearm.

“The academy will return to normal soon. Let’s have a lot of fun.”

“Yes!”

Apart from this bright atmosphere, there are more than one person who is looking forward to the praise.

The weakness and division of Nema Natas are keenly felt by the imperial family and the religious order. Her work progressed quickly thanks to the guidance Roman gave her.

If we organize these matters and put an end to the federal affairs, the chaotic atmosphere will soon disappear and everyone’s daily life will quickly return.

“The Alchemy Guild sells books on how to make homemade scented candles.”

“···Is that what alchemy is about?”

“I heard that bath salts are also under the jurisdiction of the Alchemy Guild.”

A small blacksmith shop you can see as you pass by while chatting.

For a rare moment, Lily Nega glanced at the anvil and slowed down her walking pace. Roman, without missing a beat, walked up to her thoughtful face and whispered.

“Is there anything you need?”

“!!!”

Lily Ne, who was startled by the unexpected whisper, let out her breath and calmed down her chest.

“My wife, when the wedding invitation comes out, I thought I should also invite the party members who were indebted to me…”

“That’s right. Lark and Chambers were there.”

Roman nodded, massaging his lover’s shoulders, which were stiff from surprise.

The reason it came to mind when I saw the blacksmith shop is because Lark’s lover is Bruna of the Red Anvil Blacksmith.

“Lark is getting married? Or did he do it without even saying anything?”

“I haven’t been able to meet you recently, so I don’t know the news.”

“Well, I guess I can hear the story if I call. I wonder how Chambers is doing too.”

Lily asked with a smile at the refreshing permission.

“Aren’t there many people worth calling, Mr. Roman?”

“Me?”

“That’s right. My brother has a wide network of people.”

“Uhm, it’s a wedding invitation…”

Roman blinked at a topic he had never thought deeply about.

I look at the clear sky and think about who is around me.

‘Exclude those in the shadows as much as possible.’

What is surprising is that there are people who come to mind unexpectedly.

Even Roman, who had thought he was just living his life, was building up a lot of customers, whether he knew it or not.

Not only in the Harun Empire, but also in the Bolasen Federation.

Wouldn’t the Yongin people in the federal country congratulate us sincerely if we were invited?

There.

If you go to deliver the wedding invitation, you must fulfill Theodor Spenta’s long-held wish.

Because I promised to do that.

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The territory of the Bright family where Atra joined and arrived.

The place where Rike became the owner was particularly small.

Roman cupped the cheek of the girl who was blankly looking at the scenery with her purple eyes.

“Rike. Are you okay?”

“Yeah. It’s not as bad as I thought.”

I am more fortunate than anything that the corners of my mouth are not forced.

I took her hand and headed towards Bright’s mansion with everyone.

“It’s quieter than I thought.”

“Just as you said… That’s right.”

Eclair took care to prevent corruption among imperial officials.

I periodically received written reports on the condition of Rike’s territory.

Nevertheless, after seeing it with my own eyes, the severity is beyond imagination.

“It is a place where there is a religious denomination, but there is almost no manpower. We have included a request for reinforcements and a proposal to establish a daycare center and cafeteria for settlers.”

“Thank you, Atra.”

“Isn’t it only right that the light of grace falls on a barren land where evil has retreated?”

Rike, who was looking at Atra with a gentle smile and stroking her head, opened her mouth.

“Sister. Is it okay if I kiss you? It’s okay, right?”

“Eh…?!”

Roman, who was watching Rike cling to the embarrassed Atra, shifted her gaze to the territory.

At the time when the Bright family was purged due to false accusations that they were involved in warlocks.

It was a small village with only a few people actually living there after the residents fled for fear of sparks flying, and the water was changed once.

Meanwhile, the warlocks of Nema Natas were wandering around the mansion.

At the time when Ricke’s father, Enoch Skadi, was in charge, he had no interest in running the business, which was the worst.

“From what I heard before I retired from the imperial family, I heard that it is in much better condition than when it first started.”

“Hmm.”

Now, like his sister Electra, Rike has handed over the management of his territory to the imperial experts.

In the background of Roman, Eclair, and Atra, support is being provided as much as possible.

By selecting wandering people who have nowhere to go, settling them in the territory and providing them with basic household items free of charge. It is now that things are recovering at a rapid pace.

Taxes are minimal, so it’s only good for the residents, but no money goes to Ricke’s hands.

The girl is satisfied enough with keeping the name Bright alive.

“The empire is paying attention, so things will change dramatically in just one year.”

“Thank you. I feel reassured that Eclair helped me.”

“Hmm… I didn’t do anything in particular. Furthermore, I guess it’s because Roman was liked by His Majesty.”

Rike, who was attached to the shy Eclair, showed her cuteness by offering to give her a kiss, just like Atra, as a sign of her gratitude.

It was clear that Rike was enjoying the sight of Eclair, who would be happy if she did it, but couldn’t just ask for it.

When Eclair arrives at the mansion, suffering from pleasant embarrassment.

I saw people waiting outside, circling like lost dogs.

Since Eclair had mentioned that she would stop by with her family, including Rikke, to hear a management report, I thought they were probably government officials dispatched from the empire.

Sure enough.

As they got closer, they brought their legs together and straightened their backs.

“Greetings from Vince Evers, Chief of Imperial Financial Management 2!”

“Greetings from Imperial Management Support Officer Mabilia Thompson…!”

A platinum adventurer and a church saint whom the emperor ordered to watch out for, and even Count Dritna.

From the public servants’ perspective, it was a situation where their eyes were rolling. If things work out well, you’ll break even, but if you make a mistake, it’s a disaster.

“These are faces I’ve seen in my work. They are the empire’s elite.”

“Hello.”

“Brothers, thank you for your hard work.”

“Thank you for your hard work!”

– Sigh!

As Rike and other women bowed at the introduction of Eclair, the civil servants bent their backs to 90 degrees and raised loud voices.

“Can I come in?”

“Of course! I will guide you!”

I followed the civil servants who stretched out their arms and legs at the same time with nervous steps.

“···.”

Roman stood at the back and looked up at the mansion.

There was no particular meaning.

A bird had built a small nest, so I was looking at it.

When I stopped for a moment, everyone’s voices found me.

“Brother. Come here.”

“Roman. We have to close the door, so come inside.”

“Brother?”

“Roman! What’s out there?”

– Sigh!

“Roman, come quickly.”

“Oppa Roman! There’s so much here that you can play hide and seek!”

“Honey… No, Brother Roman. Are you feeling uncomfortable somewhere?”

The sight of everyone looking back because they didn’t come.

It felt like a refreshing wind was blowing through my heart.

This situation, where lovers wait to keep pace if you don’t move, makes your heart flutter.

“···.”

Roman simply found confidence there.

It’s not important to go through a lot of effort to pursue glamor or prepare cool words, but simply that the faster it is, the happier everyone will be.

I made a decision while receiving everyone’s affectionate gaze.

I think I should propose today.