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Chapter 418: Trau’s courage
Chapter 418: Trau’s courage
Chapter 418: Trau’s courage
Please do your best.
After being told so by Al, Trau set off the next morning.
He still has the impression that Marianne would only be troubled by his proposal but he has no other choice but to do so for the plan to work.
The Emperor still has the final say in Mariannes marriage and he wants to send Al to the Dominion.
Even if Trau tells him that he wants to marry Marianne himself, in case Marianne shows her disapproval, Al would still be the first candidate for her husband.
It would be for the best if He can get Mariannes consent first.
However.
Between me and Arnold, Arnold is still a slightly better man after all.
Trau looks at the window as he mutters in the corridor.
He took off his glasses and tried to make a cool expression. Checking himself from the reflection, he convinced himself that its not a bad bad look at all. Though that was only a self-evaluation.
If Elna was here, she would be stunned by his surprisingly high self-esteem.
If Al takes care of his looks properly, he can give the exact same impression of Leo. The fact that he evaluates himself as slightly worse-looking than Al means that even Leo is slightly better-looking than him. Such a thing would require a great deal of confidence.
After all, this is like a declaration that he can easily charm the young ladies of the Imperial Capital if he wants to.
I guess I am a little too chubby huh.
Saying so, Trau lifts his fat belly.
He wasnt like this in the past. He never skipped exercise even for a single day.
Even if you have well-arranged facial features, your charm would be reduced if your body is out of shape.
Lets try tightening it
He tries to hold his breath to retract his protruding belly but theres not that much difference.
Since it was only painful, Trau stopped his fruitless effort.
He then switched his way of thinking.
A REAL MAN SHOULD STOP WHINING AND GO FOR IT!
Already stopped thinking, Trau messed up his well-arranged hair and headed to Mariannes room with his usual look.
Id like you to leave your post for a minute.
However.
Anyway, you can step away from the door for the time being.
We cant, Your Highness.
Although he tried to dismiss the guards at Mariannes room, they could not step away as they are on duty.
This is troubling, if this keeps up they will hear me proposing.
Thinking so far, Trau starts wondering what to do.
Should he just propose to her here?
Unable to come up with anything, Trau was in trouble but suddenly, a savior arrived.
You guys can leave. I will stand guard here.
Captain Amsberg!?
However.
Stop worrying and go. Or are you saying that you are not satisfied?
The Imperial Knights standing guard were driven away by Elna.
Elna silently sits a little distance away from the door.
OOhhas expected of Ms.Elna!
Whatever, please just get it done soon.
I am thankful. Your maiden heart that doesnt want Arnold to go to the Dominion, it brings tears to my eyes.
Thats not it at all alright! Can you please hurry up and go in there!? Or do you want me to shove you in there myself!?
Elna puts her hand on the sword with her face bright red.
Seeing that, Trau felt the dread of death and knocked on the door as if he was trying to escape.
Who is it?
Its Traugott! May I enter!?
Pl, please come in
Overwhelmed by the dread in his voice, Marianne told him to enter in a small voice.
Trau then hurriedly entered the room.
Without letting down his guard, he watched the door to see if Elna would chase him in or not for a moment then exhaled a sigh of relief.
That was dangerous.
Prince Traugott..what happened?
Its nothing, just a little threat to my life.
Is that not something important.?
Its ridiculous to hear that a princes life was threatened in his own castle.
However, judging from the state Trau was in, he seems to be serious.
Then, when Marianne started to seriously wonder if this is a common occurrence in this Imperial Castle.
Trau slowly stands in front of her.
Compared to the large-built Trau, Marianne looked very petite.
In regard to their ages, Trau was 25 while Marianne was only 14. The difference is more than ten years.
No matter how he thinks about this, Al is more suitable to be her husband.
While thinking so, Trau slowly kneeled on one knee.
Prince Traugott!? What are you doing!?
I want you to listen to me seriously. Is that okay?
Y, yes.
I have never acted like an elder brother to my brothers. I came to you today because I wanted to do something for one of them. Arnold is in trouble. To save him, my father thinks that he should marry him to you, Princess Marianne.
Yes, I am aware.
Is that the case..then this will be quick. Arnold has no intention of marrying anyone at this time. Thats why Id like to take his place and marry you. I will be the King and Arnold will act as the prime minister. That will solve the problem.
I see.
That is the worst possible reason to ask for your hand in marriage. I did not take your feelings into account at all. Even so..Id like to ask you this for the sake of my family. Can you welcome someone like me as your husband? Princess Marianne.
The silence lasts only for a moment.
However, it felt like an eternity to Trau.
He never thought that there would be a day where he would propose to someone. Not to mention that the other party is someone who he doesnt have feelings for.
The reason behind it was the worst.
It came out of nowhere.
Because he cant think of any possibility of success at all, Trau thought that it might be useless.
Gladly.
As I thought, anyone would turn down such a proposal! But, please, reconsid.yes?
Trau, who thought that she had turned him down, vigorously tried to stand up and persuade Marianne.
If Your Highness is fine with someone like me then gladly.
Looking at him with a bitter smile, Marianne repeats her answer to him again.
.is, is that really okay.?
From my standpoint, can I really refuse?
H, Howeverif you turn me down then Arnold will
In the end, I can not choose for myself. Thats why I think that it would be better to marry someone who has the courage to propose to me. Besides, I am sure that Prince Traugott will take good care of me. You worked so hard for your family after all.
Uhhh..please let me confirm. I, adore little girls. Is that fine with you?
Looking alone should be alright is it not?
I am very lazy.
You will work hard. You will be king after all.
Umm..my hobby is
As long as you fulfill your responsibilities then I think you can do anything you want.
.
Is there anything else?
Now Marianne is the one asking the question.
By the time she planned to seek asylum with the Empire, Marianne already prepared herself for a political marriage.
She has no say in who she has to marry. She knew that too.
Among the people she met so far, the ones that made an impression on her the most were Al and Trau. She doesnt mind either of them. With that thought in her mind, Mariannes answer had already been decided when Trau arrived at her room.
.would you really marry this Traugott?
Yes, gladly.
Trau, who was on one knee once again, extends his hand up and Marianne takes it.
A shy smile was on their faces