My Contract Husband Is Going Crazy Because Of My Iron Wall - Chapter 6
Translator and Editor: Nana and Nabi
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Chapter 6
“Who is it?”
“I am Jade Mute, serving His Excellency as his secretary.”
…Jade Mute?
Wasn’t he the one who played the role of a healing character and charmed readers with his cuteness in ‘My Contract Husband is a Bit Strange’?
“Oh, yes! Please come in.”
My voice naturally became louder with delight. As the door opened, a face that hasn’t completely shed its youthfulness entered with curious eyes.
“Excuse me, madam. Did you sleep well last night?”
“Yes, I did. The blanket was soft, and the bed was fluffy, so I slept very well.”
“Oh, please make yourself comfortable.”
“Even though you’re a secretary, no need to be so polite because you’re a noble, Sir Mute.”
“How did you know that I’m a noble?”
Oops. It seemed that I’d made a mistake. While it is true that I possess knowledge from having read the novel, it is important to acknowledge that Jade and I have only just met today.
To avoid direct confrontation, I decided to tactfully navigate the topic at hand.
“I heard it from the Grand Duke.”
“Oh, I see. I also…uh… heard a lot.”
“…What did you hear?”
“I heard that you have a contractual marriage with the Grand Duke. I heard that the madam asked for a review of the additional clauses in the contract, and if he was to come in person, y-you might fall in love with him, pft… so, I went here… pft, instead of him.”
‘…I have to hold back my laughter as well.’
It was quite amusing to see Reinhardt, typically so rigid and composed, making such narcissistic remarks. Interestingly enough, I had intended to advise him about keeping our relationship discreet from the servants in the morning, but it appeared I was a step behind.
“Besides you, is there anyone else who knows about this?”
“Uh…um. No, there isn’t. I’ve been instructed to keep it only to myself as it wouldn’t be beneficial if the information leaked. He requested your cooperation as well.”
‘Fortunately, Reinhardt seems to have had the same thought as me.’
I let out a relieved sigh and rubbed my chest.
“So, what about those additional clauses?”
“Here they are.”
Jade handed me an envelope containing the documents, and I carefully examined the contract, which now included several additional provisions.
[ Reinhardt Erenstein actively cooperates to prevent Irovel Erenstein from falling in love.
Reinhardt Erenstein and Irovel Erenstein shall maintain a minimum distance of 42.195 km between each other, unless unavoidable circumstances or mutual agreement require otherwise.
Irovel Erenstein shall provide Reinhardt Erenstein with the desired number of drawings featuring herself as the model. Violation of any of the aforementioned provisions will result in the termination of the contract. Furthermore, the provisions of the contract may be modified or removed through mutual agreement. ]
“It seems that the clause needed to be modified. He had even prepared for any unforeseen circumstances. I’m satisfied with Reinhardt’s attention to detail.”
I opened my mouth while signing my name in the space below.
“Ah, thank you.”
Jade, who received the contract from me, asked further.
“Madam, you are scheduled to attend the Emperor’s birthday celebration. How would you like to handle it?”
“I don’t want to attend because I’ll just end up encountering annoying people.”
“You made a wise decision. I, for one, would rather celebrate not being someone’s 22nd concubine by indulging in delicious food at home.”
It wouldn’t be easy for someone of his status to say such things. He really wasn’t an ordinary secretary, just as I saw in the novel.
“Since we’re on the subject, what kind of food do you like?”
“Chocolate ice cream, tomahawk steak, peach-flavored iced tea, melon sorbet, barbecue ribs, pancakes with plenty of maple syrup, strawberry croissant, peach, roasted turkey, cheesecake, tomato pasta, walnut tart, chocolate pudding, chocolate cookies, smoked lobster, strawberry milk, lemon tart, blueberries, peppermint tea, risotto…”
“So, does that mean you like all kinds of food without any preferences?” Jade interrupted me before I could finish.
“Oh, did I say too much? No, anyway, I hate onions, potatoes, vanilla ice cream, tough steaks, lemon-flavored iced tea…”
“Oh, I see. By any chance, is there blood coming out of my ears?”
“You’re asking me to stop in the kindest and gentlest manner possible.”
“Thank you for the compliment. Anyway, please wait a moment while I instruct the kitchen to prepare chocolate ice cream, tomahawk steak…”
…He remembered everything even though I was rambling!
‘That’s right. Jade has an incredible memory.’
I thought Reinhardt was putting up with my whims for the sake of Jade’s usefulness, which made me appreciate Jade even more in that moment.
Spread across the grand dining table were enticing offerings of chocolate ice cream, tomahawk steak, peach-flavored iced tea, melon sorbet, and various other delectable treats.
Was my happiness overwhelming? I had escaped the threat of becoming the 22nd concubine of a reckless playboy, and now I could live without worries, indulging in delicious food to my heart’s content!
Could a person truly experience such immense joy?
‘I’ve heard that when things are going well, hardships often follow… Ah, will this thought actually plant a flag of doom?’
…No, no.
Cancel, cancel!
Let’s just enjoy our food without any worries!
With that thought in mind, I was about to take a bite of the juicy tomahawk steak when suddenly…
“Madam, something terrible has happened!”
Why was it that bad premonitions always turn out to be true?
“What… happened?”
I anxiously inquired, my hand trembling as I gripped the fork.
…Please, let it be a minor issue. Perhaps something as trivial as ‘the chef mistakenly added 1 gram less of maple syrup in the pancakes!’ I wished fervently for it to be a matter of that nature!
“The Emperor has arrived!”
It wasn’t about maple syrup, but rather that they accidentally put a ton of sweet potatoes* instead.
[ T/N: Sweet potato in Korean was usually mentioned when something so frustrating happened in a story. ]
‘This is why you shouldn’t plant flags.’
I thought to myself.
“What’s going on?”
“He wishes to see the Duchess!”
Crazy b*stard. He came all the way here while his own birthday celebration was in full swing at the palace, leaving the guests behind.
“Please deliver the message ‘Go away’ respectfully.”
“He said, ‘Tell her in a sophisticated manner that excuses such as being sick or nosebleeds won’t work.'”
D*mn it. He even predicted my response.
No wonder he backed off so easily.
“And the Grand Duke? Is he at the banquet hall?”
“Yes.”
He purposely made sure the mansion was empty and came over here.
‘Did he think I’m more approachable than Reinhardt?’
If he thought that, he was mistaken. All right, It seemed that I’d need to make sure to correct that misconception firmly.
“Since he insisted, I will arrange a meeting.”
I swiftly inspected the contents of my sleeve before making my way out of the dining room, traversing the majestic corridor of the Grand Duke’s residence.
After walking for a few minutes, we arrived at the reception room. Then, with an air of elegance and a hint of arrogance, I courteously greeted the Emperor and gracefully settled onto the sofa opposite him.
“I heard you were looking for me, Your Majesty.”
“Yes. You’re beautiful as always, Irovel. My brother must love you.”
“Is that what you came to say?”
I meant to convey, ‘Get to the point already, why all the small talk?’
The Emperor responded with a warm smile before opening his mouth again.
“Ah, no, I just came to tell you to divorce my brother. That’s why I’m here.”
As anticipated, he arrived here to utter his nonsensical remarks.
Throughout the past three years, I had meticulously played out numerous scenarios in my mind, devising ways to rid myself of that Emperor. I had also prepared a nonsensical retort to counter his nonsense in advance.
“Oh my, we’re on the same page. I was just about to say the same thing.”
“What did you say?”
I responded to the Emperor’s words with the brightest and most cheerful smile I could muster.
“You’re talking about divorce, right?”
Divorce? He said that to me, right?
“Then, did you say it to my husband’s secretary, Jade Mute, who has never even held a woman’s hand before, too?”
“No, why would I be…?”
Jade, who had been waiting in the corner, muttered indignantly while the Emperor burst into hollow laughter as if he found it amusing.
“Ha! Irovel, did you eat something wrong? I, the Emperor, told you to divorce him.”
“Your Majesty said that to the precious wife of the Grand Duke, but I can’t?”
“Of course! I am the Emperor!”
This Gerard was a really shallow person. All he had was the logic that he was the Emperor, right?
‘If he relies on such absurd logic… then I’ll respond with absurd logic, too, you crazy b*stard.’
“Fine. If Your Majesty truly wishes for it, I will divorce Grand Duke Erestein.”
“…You will?”
“Yes. However, there are conditions.”
“What conditions? Allowing you to pick your nose during meetings? Dancing that strange dance together? Whatever you say!”
‘Usually, in these situations, they would offer jewels piled up like mountains or honor as conditions, right?’
Even the Emperor, who knew that money and status could solve everything, argued that kind of silly thing in the midst of it. It seemed like the impact of my behavior before was quite significant.
“No, I don’t need that kind of thing…”
I tried to hide my embarrassment and spoke with a confident expression, “Become my 22nd concubine. Then, I will divorce Grand Duke Reinhardt.”
“Ha… what did you say?”
“Of course, you can’t protest if I find a new lover or a new husband. How about it? Are these conditions to your liking?”
The Emperor’s face twisted in disbelief. He seemed to be boiling with anger.
“Hmm, why such a face? Doesn’t Your Majesty like my condition?”
I asked, tilting my head as if genuinely puzzled.
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Colleen
Damn what a sick emperor
sslts5
drag him across the verbal coals, girly