I Never Wanted His Child - Chapter 50
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Arriving at the castle by carriage, Mikhail checked his attire and headed towards the council hall.
As he passed through the courtyard towards the designated area on the first floor, those who had already arrived buzzed with anticipation.
“Duke Heinrich, I thought you wouldn’t come out.”
“There’s no reason not to.”
With the increased interest in Duke Heinrich, it seemed challenging to coordinate with the newspapers.
Fortunately, the headlines and content had been carefully selected and published in a favorable direction.
In this day and age, a good relationship between spouses is not a flaw. Their actions have already been nicely packaged.
‘It seems Kartho’s contact with the newspaper all night had some effect.’
Certainly, a considerable amount of money must have been involved, but Kartho was likely wearing a proud expression by now.
Mikhail took his seat, leaning on his cane.
“Duke, I appreciate your handling of this matter.”
“Let’s refrain from unnecessary talk.”
“A romanticist. How did you manage to manipulate those reporters?”
Marquis Zepeto, who had accompanied him with the same intentions, playfully addressed Mikhail. There was a reason why Mikhail had built a special friendship with the Marquis.
Marquis Zepeto was from a powerful family, loyal to the Stein royal family, but had remained neutral for a long time.
0 neutrality, the Marquis was skeptical about the current royal family.
Starting with Adrian’s actions and Lady Luther’s involvement in the council, it was no small matter stirring the sentiments of the gentlemen.
Above all, the current throne had been obtained through rebellion. Among those who participated, there might be a sentiment that wondered, ‘If I hadn’t supported him, could he have become king?’
For those who thought this way, Mikhail might be someone they turn to when they need strength.
In any case, Mikhail remained silent in response to Marquis Zepeto’s joke.
“Well, it’s not that important. Let’s move on. More importantly, there are rumors circulating that you’ve shown interest in some business matters recently.”
“It’s not a bad business.”
“If Your Grace is interested, I, too, will watch with curiosity.”
“I didn’t expect Marquis Zepeto to have an interest in business.”
“Strength doesn’t only come from power, does it?”
He raised his hand, forming a circle with his thumb and index finger.
“By the way, I heard that the Baron became a member of the council today.”
“The Baron?”
Of course, he must have sent his wife to Adrian’s bedroom.
Everyone gathered in the council hall would have had the same thought. After becoming king, Adrian’s tyranny did not stop; in fact, he committed even more outrageous acts.
“I think if this continues, those who cannot tolerate it will rebel.”
“I’ve heard rumors from the Zepeto family that they won’t remain neutral from now on.”
The Marquis pretended not to hear, evading the question. He seemed to be aware of the influence his words could have.
“His Majesty, King Adrian von Conrad, the light of Bartsch, is entering.”
Everyone in the council stood up as he entered. When he appeared, Mikhail turned his gaze towards the Baron.
The process of setting foot in the council through Adrian’s power was not exactly clean. The Baron was looking at the king with a subtle expression.
“Not a bad choice, Marquis.”
In response to Mikhail’s words, the Marquis turned his head. Although everyone was rising and welcoming the king, it was impossible to know what they were truly thinking.
Lady Luther would be on guard.
Without authenticity, legitimacy, the monarchy could not thrive.
Mikhail wished for the current precarious situation to continue. The more Adrian remained oblivious and reckless, the easier it would be to exploit the weaknesses.
“That statement…”
“Hush, there are many ears here.”
As Adrian took his seat, everyone else also sat down.
“Let’s begin the council.”
Adrian sat in his chair, chin resting on his hand, looking at the attendees. Eventually, his gaze met Mikhail’s.
“The first agenda is…”
Adrian’s lips twisted as if struggling.
“How about something related to change and progress? What do you think about abolishing the system of monogamy? After all, everyone has a mistress anyway, and even I was born that way.”
People refrained from speaking hastily in response to Adrian’s statement. The fact that he brought up the words “change and progress” at the beginning indicated an awareness of the current situation.
‘He’s not a fool,’ Mikhail thought, observing Adrian’s unexpectedly quick perception.
One thing bothered him—it was that Adrian chose to address that matter while looking at him. It seemed to be a statement made with Emilia in mind, conveying Adrian’s desire for her.
Mikhail silently stared into Adrian’s eyes. Seeing Adrian smiling at him, it seemed his assumptions were correct.
“I agree with the proposal Your Majesty presented. Not a bad proposition. It was suffocating. How can one live their whole life with just one person?”
“Yes, indeed. If we can share love freely without worrying about our wives, love will overflow in the Kingdom of Bartsch.”
“And those troublesome back alleys in Delphora will disappear, I suppose.”
Nonsensical comments emerged from various corners.
With such people around the king, there was no hope for the country to function properly.
