I Never Wanted His Child - Chapter 38
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Walking briskly, he tilted his head towards the bustling crowd, running his index finger over his lips.
The gentlemen, who were unable to greet him, backed away.
Closing the distance somewhat, he raised his wine glass for a more enjoyable view when Emilia’s clear voice resonated in his ear.
“You should hear the story directly from the person involved.”
The heads of the women, unaware of his arrival, turned back. Eventually, they noticed him as he lifted his wine glass and their expressions turned pale.
“…M-My lord Duke.”
Mikhail felt a hint of amusement. He hadn’t expected her to be crying or anything, but he hadn’t anticipated her having an even brighter twinkle in her eyes than usual.
‘I wouldn’t believe it was the woman who screamed and hated me.’
There wasn’t a single person on her side here. Everyone was from the family supporting Adrian, so it was only natural. Moreover, despite not expecting his arrival, she didn’t show any sign of agitation.
“You came at the right time. Many seem curious about His Grace. How about coming closer and showing them a bit?”
Emilia’s gaze lowered.
The well-tailored trousers couldn’t hide his sturdy thighs. Her gaze was fixated on his thighs. It occasionally strayed to places it shouldn’t linger, but she didn’t seem to care to withdraw her gaze.
‘Looks like she’s quite angry.’
Mikhail’s mood brightened once again. Although she appeared calm, the anger bubbling in her eyes was clearly evident. Those who provided the cause seemed to be too preoccupied with him to notice Emilia’s transformation.
“I don’t need to come closer. It’ll be visible enough even from a distance.”
At Mikhail’s words, the women blushed and averted their gaze. Indeed, every movement accentuated the volume that protruded over his thighs, as he had stated.
“With so many willing to become dolls to please the Duke, House Heinrich will remain steadfast. Of course, the succession fight will intensify, and issues regarding legitimacy will arise.”
Even without hearing what they might have told Emilia during his absence, he seemed to know.
“Would you like to tell them how splendid our nights are? It seems some of the ladies are curious if the Duke behaves like a gentleman even in bed.”
Her green eyes turned frosty, but the smile lingering on her lips seemed affectionate.
“I’d like to tell the ladies, but I’m merely a doll here to please the Duke, so there’s nothing I can do.”
Emilia put on a disappointed expression before speaking her mind.
“Dolls don’t feel, see, or think, after all.”
He was at a loss for words at Emilia’s feigned performance. However, it wasn’t amusing to be entangled in the methods tormenting her.
Regardless of what they said about him, he didn’t care, but the moment it reached his ears, he had to point it out.
“I didn’t expect to hear such talk. It’s a pity to think about. Should I also focus on other people’s bedroom affairs? Your husbands don’t seem to be in good shape, it seems.”
“….”
“If I tell you the story of how I behaved with my wife, will you go and do the same to your husbands? If that’s the case, let me know.”
“Oh, no! I think there must have been a misunderstanding.”
“I should go since my husband is calling me over there. Duke, it was an honor to greet you like this.”
“I, I also remembered something urgent…”
Except for Madam Kerren, everyone hurriedly left their seats in unison.
“….I heard you wouldn’t attend, but thank you for gracing us with your presence. I was trying to be Madam Heinrich’s companion because she came alone, but the madams’ jests seem to have gone too far. Please don’t be angry.”
“I didn’t take their jokes seriously enough to be offended. It seems the husbands of the madams are the ones who might get angry, it’s better to go pacify them don’t you think?”
“…Your Grace.”
Madam Kerren fumbled, unsure of what to do.
“The wives seem dissatisfied because they couldn’t sleep with me. Maybe you should encourage them to try harder.”
He smirked teasingly at Madam Kerren.
“By the way, I was late as I met with His Majesty on the way here. I saw a certain lady there whom I have occasionally met with you—”
“Oh my, oh my! I, I must greet others and take my leave. Since Your Grace has arrived, I don’t need to be by the Madam side. I hope you enjoy the party.”
Madam Kerren interrupted, trying to make her escape in a hurry.
“Pfft.”
Emilia burst into laughter. Her laughter continued unabated, regardless of his distorted face.
