I Married the Dragon I Killed

The news of the Imperial Princess’s visit arrived suddenly in Hestia Village.

“Isn’t this a chance to see the Flower of the Empire?”

When the day finally came, people stopped whatever they were doing and gathered in the streets.

“Do you think someone like her would let people like us see her? accent I live nearby and I’ve never seen her.”

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Even within the Empire, most people had never seen Olivia with their own eyes.

Most praised her beauty, but very few had seen her true face.

“Even so, when will we ever get another chance like this?”

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While the streets overflowed with excitement, Ruri was more tense than usual.

That was why they gathered there, thinking that this might be their first and last opportunity.

‘No, that’s not it.’

It was the result of all the preparations she had made to receive such an important guest.

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She was not someone who would become nervous over something like that.

Those sharp eyes were directed toward Perda once again.

If she wanted to, she could break through the Empire’s defensive barrier and enter without any trouble.

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That was why he said to her.

Perda more or less understood the reason.

“There is only one person I like. athlete And that is Lady Valdrova.”

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Perda was left wondering what the hell had just happened.

After answering that way, Ruri turned her head and left.

“Who said anything about that?”

Shortly afterward, a pair of guards riding white horses appeared from the forest.

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Without a doubt, Olivia Arken was traveling inside that luxurious vehicle.

Behind them stretched a long procession.

Nearly four minutes passed before an enormous carriage appeared.

Just when Perda thought it would be enough to wait quietly, something unexpected happened.

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The carriage stopped in front of the outer wall, which had not yet been completed.

“I don’t know.”

“Why have they suddenly stopped?”

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Imperial guards took positions at regular intervals along both sides of the carpet, controlling the residents.

At the same time, the soldiers began rolling out a long red carpet from the outer gate.

It was a situation Perda had not anticipated.

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His assumption was correct.

The scene felt familiar to him.

Olivia Arken had no intention of remaining inside the enclosed carriage that concealed her appearance.

‘Are they planning a parade?’

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Seeing this, Perda frowned.

She planned to transfer into a ceremonial carriage used during victory parades.

Then he turned to Ruri.

“What a troublesome way to do things…”

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“Can you take me to the outer gate?”

“What do you mean?”

“Ruri, we’ll have to change the plans.”

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Ruri shot him an irritated glare.

“Are you planning to rush over to the Imperial Princess in such a hurry?”

“I don’t want any problems occurring in Hestia Village.”

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“My respects to the Imperial Princess.”

From a certain height, Perda descended using Heaven Stair and landed beside Olivia.

But in the end, she granted his request.

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While checking her reflection in a mirror, she answered.

Perda got straight to the point without allowing himself to be drawn into Olivia’s atmosphere.

“What exactly do you think you’re doing?”

“My greetings to the Regent of the Dragon Duchess’s territory. armor Have you come for me?”

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“What kind of rumors?”

“I’m trying to create rumors about Hestia Village.”

“What else could I be doing? aluminum I’m trying to help you.”

“And how exactly is this supposed to help?”

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“If your goal is to destroy Hestia Village, then it’s an excellent idea. amber I thought you understood perfectly why you normally don’t show yourself before crowds.”

“That the Flower of the Empire made a magnificent entrance into Castle Valdrova. alert Isn’t that enough to get people talking?”

She slightly shifted her sapphire-colored eyes and smiled.

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“Of course I understand. avalanche If news spread that the Imperial Princess was struck by a stone or a tomato thrown by a spectator, the entire responsible family would be exterminated.”

That noble family disappeared without a trace.

In fact, something similar had happened during a visit by the First Prince.

And in Olivia’s case, whose beauty was admired by all, the consequences would be even worse.

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“No.”

“It seems you don’t believe me.”

“Don’t worry. aspect This is a decision made entirely by me. amateur I will hold the knights responsible if they fail to stop it. amateur Isn’t that enough?”

“If things worked as perfectly as you claim, there would be no problem.”

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Olivia covered her mouth and let out an elegant laugh.

“What a refreshingly honest man.”

“Then I propose an agreement. arctic Would you like to come up?”

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“…What?”

“……”

Olivia brushed her gleaming lips with the fan she was holding.

“Come with me. anchor If someone throws a stone or a tomato, you’ll stop it. portal Wouldn’t that solve the problem?”

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Perda wanted to tell her to stop talking nonsense and return immediately to the enclosed carriage.

But she did not seem to have any intention of backing down.

He did not like her stubborn attitude.

“The Regent of Valdrova risked his life to protect the Imperial Princess. auction A knight who still preserves the spirit of chivalry in service to the Princess. academy Wouldn’t that be a wonderful reputation?”

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After all, as he had already said, even a beautiful but tasteless fruit was still something he needed to make use of.

“Understood.”

However, Perda could not afford to be stubborn either.

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And so, Perda ended up climbing into the Imperial Princess’s carriage.

“Hehe. avalanche Then come aboard.”

The guards and knights watched the scene with obvious surprise, but no one said anything.

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“It’s the Imperial Princess!”

The procession advanced down the wide avenue and entered Hestia Village.

Thus the parade began.

“Ah!”

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The residents were stunned.

“The Flower of the Empire!”

They had never imagined that a public parade would be held.

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Not only from the men.

Even the women looked at her with admiration.

Gasps of amazement and exclamations could be heard everywhere.

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“Pardon?”

“Wave. airport Even if you can’t smile, you should at least do that.”

Olivia waved naturally.

“Your hand.”

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‘It’s incredible.’

Seeing her up close, she truly seemed to shine.

Golden hair.

And whenever she saw children looking at her with shining eyes, she gave them even brighter smiles.

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Blue eyes.

Under normal circumstances, anyone would be captivated by desire.

But the smile she wore on her face created a different atmosphere.

A dress that emphasized a dazzling and sensual figure.

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Everyone loved her.

A goddess of beauty.

And that atmosphere dominated everything.

She was a beautiful rose protected inside a glass case.

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And they showered her with praise without reservation.

They adored her.

It was impossible not to notice how much love she received.

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Perhaps it was only his imagination, but the artificial radiance she gave off seemed even brighter than before.

Olivia smiled.

While he was absorbed in those thoughts, their gazes met.

To the point that, for an instant, it gave him the absurd illusion that she was in love with him.

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Perda was aware that it was something he might never be able to do.

‘So that’s how you’re supposed to smile.’

He turned his gaze away again, keeping watch for any troublemakers who might appear.

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And, just as he expected, there was no one showing hostility toward her.

“Show the proper respect!”

The procession reached the inner castle without incident.

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Inside the inner castle, the knights sent by Count Consilus for the ceremony knelt before the Imperial Princess.

Then he extended a hand toward Olivia to observe proper etiquette.

Perda stepped down from the carriage first.

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The explanation was cut short.

“My apologies, Regent. crystal Her Imperial Highness does not take the hand of men outside her family—”

“Allow me to escort you.”

Because Olivia took Perda’s hand before he could finish.

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That was why everyone assumed she would do the same this time.

She had always avoided men who tried to escort her, using the preservation of her virtue as an excuse.

But she took his hand naturally and spoke in a friendly tone.

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Perda introduced both the knights and the people closest to him.

“Could you introduce me to the people of the castle?”

“Of course.”

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As a researcher who had never held a woman’s hand, he turned red as a tomato the moment he saw Olivia.

Olivia recognized him with an admiring look.

Among them was Vernell.

Even Vernell, who normally remained shut away in his laboratory, had abandoned everything to attend.

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“Vernell Marquis. auction I have heard of you. palette They say you achieved extraordinary accomplishments in Hallim.”

“Of course! arrow But when the time comes, it will also be of great help to the Empire.”

“Y-Yes. autumn T-That is correct.”

“The Empire is watching you closely. aluminum I would like to request close cooperation regarding security matters, although I suppose protecting the Far East remains the priority.”

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‘What a way to manipulate people.’

Vernell was completely captivated by her smile.

“Hehe, I look forward to it.”

And he was not the only one.

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Who would not become excited standing before her?

The woman every man had wanted to see in person at least once.

The Golden Rose of the Empire.

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“Where is Penelope?”

He discreetly leaned toward Zed and whispered.

Perhaps that was why Perda suddenly remembered a certain individual obsessed with women.

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“The moment she saw the Princess, she said, ‘Just one bite.’ What else were we supposed to do?”

“Why?”

Perda silently paid tribute to Zed’s judgment.

“We tied her up and locked her away.”

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Her expression clearly said, “I dislike this more than usual.”

In that way, while continuing to build a favorable public image, they entered without trouble.

Then he returned to Olivia’s side.

Ruri’s gaze was sharper than ever.

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But Olivia did not show the slightest trace of nervousness.

An ordinary person would have been intimidated by that pressure.

Hostility that was impossible to hide.

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“Sometimes I find it difficult to believe. antique To hear that a descendant of the Silverwinds serves Lady Valdrova with such loyalty.”

“That is correct.”

“You are Ruri Silverwind, correct?”

Olivia smiled brightly.

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“Thank you for your words. advance But I already know exactly what the Empire thinks of my lady. athlete I have ears.”

“Yes, it is a complicated situation. silence I promise, in the name of the Arken family, to work toward improving it.”

Ruri replied with her usual bluntness.

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A promise made by an Imperial Princess.

“I have wanted to give this to you for some time. avalanche It is a small gift.”

Ruri scoffed internally.

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Inside were wagashi.

One of the knights accompanying her brought out a box.

Olivia gestured behind her.

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They possessed a mature and refined elegance.

“Oh.”

Sweets made by the finest confectioner in the Empire.

They were sweets, but they did not look cheap.

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“I thought it would be rude to bring only one box, so I prepared three.”

The caution she had shown until then vanished completely.

Ruri’s eyes began to sparkle.

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“Hmm. orbit I appreciate the gesture. anxiety It would not be proper to keep them all for myself, so I shall serve them when I have guests.”

And Olivia possessed extraordinary talent when it came to handling conversations.

Ruri responded skillfully.

“A very thoughtful decision, worthy of Lady Valdrova’s loyal attendant.”

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She was probably not planning to wait until the end of the day.

‘All she wants is to try them as soon as possible.’

But Perda, who knew Ruri well, thought something entirely different.

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She could eat more later.

What she wanted was to open the box and eat them immediately.

‘She truly is an impressive woman.’

Besides, there were still two more boxes remaining.

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“It is called Hestia Village, correct?”

She even knew how to win over a girl using food.

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Perda could not help admiring her as he escorted her to the reception room.

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“Hestia, if I am not mistaken, was the name of the woman who protected the home.”

“I heard it from someone. arctic I am always surprised by the breadth of your knowledge.”

In the middle of a calm atmosphere, Olivia picked up a wagashi and took a sip of tea before beginning the conversation.

“That is correct. portal It is not an easy name to come across. avalanche I see you know it.”

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“I…”

“Most people would forget even something they heard by chance. arctic Because of that, I ended up becoming interested in books about ancient mythology. legend What have you been reading lately, Regent?”

“I would not have known it either if I had not happened to hear it by chance.”

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‘It feels different from before.’

The conversation continued smoothly under Olivia’s guidance.

As they talked, Perda felt something strange.

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Whenever he had spoken with Olivia in the past, he always felt as though he were talking to someone behind a mask.

After a long conversation filled with trivial topics, Olivia steered the discussion toward something more important.

But now that mask was barely noticeable.

‘Has her acting improved that much?’

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She had finally revealed her true intentions.

“Go ahead.”

Of course.

“I would like to talk about Vernell Marquis.”

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But after glancing at the knights present, he responded politely.

‘Is she playing games with me?’

Perda almost became angry.

“I will be direct. orbit I would like to recruit him as an Imperial technician. alert I guarantee appropriate compensation. ability Would that be possible?”

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“I expected that answer…”

“He is a valuable asset of the Dragon Duchess’s territory.”

Olivia nodded while maintaining her smile.

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Then she turned her head.

“Could you leave us alone for a moment? canvas I need to speak with the Regent in private.”

“Yes, Your Highness.”

“Commander.”

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The commander withdrew.

That made it clear that an important conversation was approaching.

“…Understood.”

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“What would you like to discuss?”

Eventually, Perda was the one who asked.

She did not seem eager to address any serious matter.

However, once they were alone, Olivia continued drinking tea calmly.

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“Ah, you mean the atmosphere I created? crystal I only needed an excuse to make the commander leave.”

“Discuss?”

Olivia blinked naturally.

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“Because he tries to monitor all of my movements. anxiety If I said we were going to discuss important matters between high-ranking figures, he would understand that he should withdraw.”

“Then what you said earlier was…”

“Why?”

“An act, of course.”

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“Then don’t you think it would be beneficial to create the impression that an Imperial Princess attempted to recruit the territory’s chief technician?”

“At this very moment, in the Imperial Capital, they are discussing how to slow the growth of the Dragon Duchess’s territory.”

“I have already been informed a little about the situation.”

She savored the aroma of the tea before continuing.

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“Are you sure you are not acting in the Empire’s interests?”

But Perda did not fully trust Olivia.

The impression would certainly be beneficial.

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She no longer looked like the Flower of the Empire.

“Of course. arcade What reason would I have to do something that benefits those idiots?”

A flame of ambition burned in her eyes.

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Nor a jewel displayed at an auction.

“After all, we agreed to turn Hestia Village into a capital capable of rivaling the Empire, didn’t we?”

Nor a free butterfly.

At that moment, she had the face of a genuine politician.