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‘I didn’t realize it then. This is more serious than I thought?’

It was well known that the Third Princess had an illness.

Of course, the Ethan of that time didn’t have the same treatment techniques as now, so the Third Princess’s illness was just an event that passed by without being able to do anything about it.

‘I thought it could be easily treated at this level.’

Thinking about it, she must have been born in the imperial palace and received numerous treatments. Seeing that she still lived with the disease until now, it didn’t seem like it could be easily cured.

-It is an illness that’s almost impossible to treat.

It was a devastating diagnosis, but Ethan thought it would be a good opportunity.

‘The Third Princess is overflowing with talent. Even with this illness, she’s taken a central position in the succession struggle.’

In particular, she had a good eye for people. It wasn’t simply that she had a good eye for distinguishing between good and bad people.

‘If someone has ability, she uses them. Even trash-like people, the Third Princess reforms and uses them.’

That’s why there were numerous talented people under the Third Princess.

Of course, Ethan had no intention of entering the Third Princess’s basket.

‘Because of her background, when she discovers good talent, she wants to make them her own people. In an environment where everyone except those of the same bloodline is considered beneath her, she can’t help but think that way.’

Noble bloodline inherited from birth. Those born with the profession of ruling over all people think they can embrace everyone.

They think even unparalleled figures like the Sword Saint are just one of the empire’s loyal subjects.

That’s why the first impression was important.

To establish an equal relationship, it was necessary to show that this side had something different from others.

Originally, he should have gone straight to Regia, but the situation had changed.

Enticed by the words that her illness could be cured, the Third Princess immediately guided Ethan to her room.

It was too large to call a room. At a glance, it looked no different from using an entire house as a room.

Ethan and the two guards followed the Third Princess into the room.

“I am Evangeline.”

“I am Ethan Whiskers, Your Highness.”

Evangeline Sacred. The third daughter of Cairodias Sacred, the current emperor of the Holy Empire.

The Third Princess, who formally introduced herself, offered a seat, telling him to sit comfortably.

‘Amazing. There are over twelve guards hidden in the room.’

Twelve guards hiding their presence and concealing their movements.

They were tensing their bodies, ready to deal with Ethan immediately if he showed any suspicious movements. frёeweɓηovel_coɱ

‘Their skills are so high that it’s difficult to predict their movements with just the Eye of Horus.’

Of course, Ethan had the Sleeping Dragon’s Sight, so he was confident he could easily subdue them even if all the guards pounced on him at once.

‘Except for one.’

Behind the Third Princess stood a man who quietly emitted no energy.

He was the man known as Black Sword and as the Third Princess’s direct guard. (+)[1]TLN: The name is so chuuni lol

‘Slightly below the Sword Saint.’

Of course, there would be no reason for the two to fight. But Ethan had crossed swords with the Sword Saint and fought with this Black Sword. So he could objectively compare their skills.

‘I’m not confident I could subdue him without killing him.’

“The person behind me is my guard knight.”

“Please don’t mind me.”

‘I could have taken Black Sword as a guard too.’

He remembered exactly when he was recruited.

As the scenario progressed, the Third Princess dies. It wasn’t directly because of the illness, but if pressed, one could say she died because of the illness.

‘Since she’s currently suffering from illness, it’s easy to poison and dispose of her. If a problem arises, they can just say the illness suddenly worsened.’

After the Third Princess dies, one can recruit the numerous talented individuals she had gathered.

But this time, he had no intention of leaving it at that.

‘Since I’ve formed a connection with the Third Princess, I’ll start palace affairs centered around her. It’s better for the Third Princess to be alive for future matters.’

There was no need to try to take away the Third Princess’s subordinates.

If he just made the Third Princess his ally, it would be no different from recruiting the talented individuals under her.

“Then let’s continue our earlier conversation. You said you could cure my illness? Can you guarantee that?”

The Third Princess exuded an aura unique to royalty. The expressions of Yerica and Schudlen standing behind changed ever so slightly at that prickly aura.

However, Ethan showed no particular reaction.

Seeing this, the Third Princess recalled when Ethan entered the palace.

She had personally asked Regia to go out and greet Ethan. Regia said there was no need, but she had to allow it because she begged.

Evangeline was curious about what kind of person Ethan was.

He was the person who moved Regia’s heavy bottom, which had rarely left the palace for many years.

Of course, it wasn’t just simple interest. She went out to greet Ethan in a very angry state.

To be honest, Evangeline thought Regia would cleanly dispose of Ethan and return.

But that expectation was shattered.

The Regia who returned was rather wearing a bright expression.

Because he was a person with little change in expression and so serious, others couldn’t tell. But Evangeline, who had learned from him for a long time, detected that subtle change in expression.

Regia looked like a boy.

From the slight smile to the eyes full of vitality.

All of it was not the Regia she knew.

So she was even more curious.

Who on earth was Ethan Whiskers? What kind of person was he to stir Regia’s heart like that?

So she went out to greet him. She even disguised herself to avoid Ethan’s wariness.

There was also a reason for waiting at the entrance. Generally, those entering the palace for the first time are overwhelmed by the majesty of the palace that isn’t visible from the outside.

Their eyes are blinded and senses dulled by that overwhelming sight. And they instinctively realize.

That they must never act recklessly in the palace.

So she wanted to see his reaction when first entering the palace.

Ethan was definitely different.

While the two guards who came with him were greatly surprised, Ethan wasn’t surprised at all.

Although it must have been his first time entering, he showed no particular reaction, as if entering a familiar place.

It was the first time seeing someone not overwhelmed by the majesty of the palace.

And now. Ethan was maintaining an infinitely calm attitude even to the aura she was emitting.

“I can treat it.”

Ethan said emphatically.

“Many have said such words. As you know, the continent’s best healers are gathered in this palace. They made every effort to cure my illness. As you can see, this is the result.”

“I’ve heard such words many times too.”

“Pardon?”

“I’m suffering from an illness too.”

As if asking if she wanted to check, Ethan held out his hand.

Evangeline took that hand and closed her eyes, pushing her mana into Ethan.

Shaaaaa-.

“Ugh!”

Suddenly Evangeline stepped back greatly. Black Sword had already drawn his sword and was pointing it at Ethan.

Of course, it was the same for Schudlen. Schudlen, who had already drawn his sword, was holding it close to Black Sword’s neck.

A magic circle had also formed in Yerica’s hand. If Black Sword moved even slightly, a powerful destruction magic would blow his head off.

“S-Stop. Stop, Black Sword.”

“Yes, Lady Evangeline.”

At Evangeline’s gesture, Black Sword retreated back.

“How… how are you living with such a thing inside your body?”

She could tell as soon as she injected mana. A terrible disease was lurking inside Ethan’s body. Just a slight glimpse made cold sweat drench her whole body.

Evangeline looked at Ethan while catching her breath. The hand that had held Ethan’s was still trembling.

“It was worse before. But look. I walk well. I wield a sword decently, and the mana in my body has increased compared to before.”

Ethan said.

“It’s because I treated the illness myself.”

“…!”

You’re saying you can treat such an illness!

Evangeline looked at Ethan with an astonished face.

“Of course, perfect treatment is impossible. It’s beyond my ability. But… I can treat that illness you have, Your Highness.”

“Really… is it really possible?”

Evangeline’s voice trembled.

“It’s possible.”

“Then… then please treat me.”

At those words, Ethan grinned.

“But there’s a condition.”

***

The condition Ethan set was simple. But it was something even the Third Princess couldn’t readily accept.

“You mean the imperial seal?”

“Yes, I have a workshop that I run.”

Ethan explained about Ethan Workshop.

It was a brief explanation of what they handled and how they conducted business.

After hearing Ethan’s explanation, Evangeline realized why he wanted the imperial seal.

“Certainly, if you had the imperial seal, it would be an unbeatable guarantee. It would also be a very powerful warning to competitors.”

“Yes, because we’ve grown so quickly, there are quite a few side effects. Moreover, since there’s a territory with overwhelming power near our territory, it’s a headache-inducing situation in many ways.”

“……”

Evangeline looked closely at Ethan.

She grasped that he wasn’t demanding the seal purely for the workshop’s safety.

Obtaining the imperial seal meant officially standing under the eyes of the imperial family.

No one could treat such a place carelessly.

And one more thing. Those with the imperial seal would have no restrictions on their actions.

After all, they had obtained the guarantee of none other than the imperial family.

Therefore, the imperial seal wasn’t something to be given out easily.

But Evangeline couldn’t help but contemplate. Because the other party was Ethan.

If he could really cure her illness, she could give out the imperial seal anytime.

“Alright, I accept that condition.”

Evangeline didn’t contemplate any further.

“Then the deal is established, Your Highness.”

At that moment, someone knocked on the door.

“Lady Evangeline.”

“Come in, Regia.”

Regia, who entered, immediately recognized Ethan.

“I never thought you’d cause trouble as soon as you arrived. Why are you here?”

Frowning as soon as he saw Ethan, he looked full of questions, as if he didn’t understand what situation this was.

“I discovered Lord Ethan’s talent, Mrs. Yerica.”

“I think I know what that talent is too. It’s making people make that expression wherever he goes and whoever he meets, right?”

“It’s an overwhelming talent.”

“I wish there was a competition.”

Yerica and Schudlen lowered their voices and conversed with solemn expressions. Of course, Regia heard it all.

Before Regia could say anything to the two guards, Ethan spoke first.

“The Third Princess is suffering from an illness.”

“Yes, she has an illness… But it’s a long-lasting illness, and it doesn’t threaten her life.”

“But if it’s treated, couldn’t it explode the Third Princess’s talent?”

Regia frowned at Ethan’s words.

The Third Princess Evangeline certainly had outstanding talent. Even to Regia, who had taught many royals, it was the most exceptional talent.

But a powerful illness was blocking that talent.

As Regia remained silent, Evangeline also looked at Regia.

“But are you saying you can truly cure that illness? Really?”

“If I can’t.”

Ethan said in a voice full of confidence.

“I’ll leave my head in the palace.”

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