Raised the Villainous Daughter and Ran Away

Side Story III. Commemorative Festival

After long preparations, the festival was finally held in the Duchy of Descartes.

The scale of the festival was so vast that it was hard to see even in the zodiac, and it lasted for a month.

This alone makes it no ordinary festival, but there’s something more surprising here.

Descartes decided to pay for all the food and drink consumed by the residents of the duchy during the month-long festival.

Additionally, a lot of preparations have been made to ensure that the people of the Dukedom can have a variety of experiences and create unforgettable memories.

Fireworks, screenings, operas, musicals, etc.

Although a huge amount of money was broken, it was not a big hit at all. The money was left over from the commerce and magic stone business of the France Corporation and the magic revolution.

And we have a large carriage ready and waiting for the parade.

“Isn’t it time yet?”

“There’s a little left.”

Standing next to France, wearing the ceremonial attire that symbolizes the Duke of Descartes, El and Anna were each in our arms.

“wealth.”

Anna, who was hugging me, reached out her small arms. Then she stroked my chin and smiled brightly.

“Boo!”

It’s a shame that I haven’t called him dad yet, but a question suddenly occurred to me.

‘Why do you like France more than me?’

Although it is common for children to prefer their mothers, this is due to acquired rather than innate reasons.

For various reasons, mothers spend an overwhelming amount of time bonding with their children.

But I thought we had built a strong bond, so why doesn’t he call me dad and only likes Frances?

My shoulders slumped because I felt so wronged.

“Don’t be so sullen.”

Frances giggled and leaned her face against my shoulder.

“It’s not like Elle and Anna hate their dad. They just laugh when they see you.”

That’s true. It’s true that whenever I come, they always welcome me with a warm welcome and a smile.

But I still wanted to hear you say ‘Dad.’

“Someday I’ll be able to hear Dad’s voice… … .”

It’s a shame, but we have no choice but to wait for our time.

“Don’t be too heartbroken. I’m here for you.”

Frances kissed my cheek. The slight resentment and resentment disappeared in an instant.

“I see the effect, so I guess I’ll have to ask for this every time.”

“Huh? Are you already thinking about your younger sibling?”

Frances looked at me fiercely with a sinister smile. For a moment, my spine tingled… … .

“Ahem, whenever Frances wants.”

I nodded my head because I thought it was good too.

“Hmm. I’m thinking up to five.”

“All, five?”

For a moment, I stuttered in embarrassment.

“Why, you don’t like it?”

“No. Wouldn’t that be more of a burden to Frances?”

“Don’t worry about that. I’m half-transcendent, too.”

Dahlia worked miracles, and Frances, whose existence was intertwined with mine, accepted some of the power of the Transcendent.

Then there would be no problem, but… … .

“Anyway, I’m going to have five. I know that.”

It wasn’t a suggestion, it was a notification. I could only nod and accept.

While I was chatting with Frances,

“Your Highness, Your Majesty! I’m ready!”

It’s time to announce the festival.

* * *

The central road of the Duchy of Descartes.

It is the most commercially developed area in Yeongji, with a large floating population.

The people of the dukedom split left and right, and a large carriage entered the center. On top of it, the duke and duchess who ruled the territory were waving their hands while holding children in their arms.

Their smiles contained a happiness that was impossible to find an inch of falsehood in.

The same was true for the people of Yeongji who welcomed him with cheers.

The Duchy of Descartes was a land with low taxes and a good place to live, so everyone was able to live in abundance.

There was no citizen of the estate who would not rejoice at the birth of their second child, who displayed the dignity of a great noble family worthy of respect.

Cheers echoed everywhere, and street bands began to play.

The sounds mixed together to create a somewhat bizarre music, but people didn’t care about the little things because they had to enjoy the moment a little more.

And in front of a tavern. Ladea said, mumbling.

“Does it make sense to hold a festival like this for a month? Is the Duke’s family actually living much better than I imagined…?”

What she was putting in her mouth was a skewer of grilled meat that was golden brown. There were already more than ten skewers placed at Ladea’s table.

“It’s quite possible. The Duke’s remaining money is there. Descartes has taken over all of the Empire’s commerce, and there’s also the magic stone business due to the magic revolution, and the Magic Tower even invents and sells magic tools.”

Kazar answered. It was an answer that immediately resolved Ladea’s doubts.

“Wow, how much money is that?”

“Unimaginable.”

“… … .”

Ladea’s mouth snapped shut. If there were no casualties after holding a festival like this, then how could it be…?

It was an astronomical amount of money, beyond her imagination.

“But is it okay for us to be like this? It’s too relaxed… … .”

Dahlia tilted her head, sticking out her lips. Kale put down his beer glass and said.

“Public security issues are handled by the Empire’s greatest dark guild, Exceed. There’s no need for us to get involved.”

Kale continued, saying,

“Whether it’s knights or guards, they’re all citizens of the territory, so it was the Duke’s words that told them to enjoy themselves.”

“That’s true, but I’m a little worried that we don’t need to mobilize guards or knights with this many people… … .”

Kazar patted Dahlia’s shoulder, which was full of concern.

“Don’t be too anxious. The magicians of the Magic Tower will deploy a field, and if any suspicious movement is detected, an alarm will sound immediately.”

Yes, everything that was needed was already in place.

“I’ve deployed a surveillance field magic limited to the area where the festival is being held, and placed magic stones to maintain it. So there shouldn’t be any major problems.”

Unlike other territories, the area of ​​the dukedom is so absurdly large that it is generally impossible to deploy a surveillance field over the entire territory.

But that’s just a general story.

There are many magicians in the dukedom, led by the magician, and there is also the transcendent magician, Kazar.

Since there were still magic stones left, there was no shortage of magic power.

“Wow, that’s really great.”

“It wasn’t for nothing that I gave you this vacation.”

At Dahlia’s admiration, Kazar shrugged his shoulders with his nose raised. Cale, who had been quietly eating his snack, nodded.

“Stop talking nonsense. If you’re done eating, go to the next restaurant. Everything is free today.”

Kale hurried to his feet. He planned to visit every single tavern in the duchy within a month.

“… You were excited.”

“Let’s follow.”

“Where to next?”

Others followed him, and not simply because they wanted to move along with him.

I don’t know why, but Kale is so good at finding delicious restaurants, so I followed him and there was nothing to lose.

* * *

After the long march, we had some family time.

Elle and Anna had a big smile on their faces as they enjoyed looking around the streets, and Frances smiled happily at the sight of them.

The streets were filled with the sounds of minstrels singing and the laughter of children.

The faces of the people of Yeongji were filled with smiles and their complexions were bright.

“It makes me happy to see everyone having fun.”

Frances chuckled.

“Yeah. Everyone’s excited.”

Actually, the reason we held the festival was just a trivial reason why our twins called Frances “Mom”… … .

Everyone seems happy and well, so why does the reason matter now?

Anyway, everyone will celebrate the birth of our twins.

“Oh my! Oh my!”

While we were walking down the street, Anna, who had suddenly hugged me, stretched out her arms towards France.

“Oh my god!”

It seemed like he wanted to be held in his mother’s arms rather than in me, his father.

“… I’m upset.”

My shoulders slumped. Why do the kids not seem to like me very much… … .

Frances simply chuckled at this sight. It seemed like she was enjoying monopolizing the twins’ love.

“Ena, do you like Mom that much?”

“right!”

“You don’t like dad?”

“wealth.”

After finishing her conversation with Anna, Frances tapped me on the shoulder.

“It’s not that I hate it, but my dad says it’s a bit scary.”

“… Did you understand that?”

“No? It just feels that way.”

“… … .”

Frances must be teasing me too. I thought it was something different because she was my mother.

“El, Anna? Is Dad okay too?”

“right.”

“right.”

“Look at this. Daddy likes it too.”

Frances shrugged and smiled. I couldn’t bring myself to complain about her and the children’s innocent laughter.

“But it looks like Elle and Anna are tired.”

Frances kissed the children on the forehead and smiled faintly.

“My eyes were filled with sleep.”

“I guess you’re tired from marching and walking around today.”

“Then shall we go back soon?”

“Okay. We have plenty of time anyway.”

We returned to the mansion with Elle and Ena, who were almost asleep.

The spacious mansion was so quiet that it felt almost chilly, as even the servants and knights were given a vacation.

We took Elle and Anna to the bedroom. We naturally laid the children down on the bed, and we lay down next to them and quietly watched the twins.

“You are so lovely.”

Frances said, the corners of her lips curling into a smile. Her eyebrows were gently arched, as if she was enjoying just looking at Elle and Ena.

“You know what? Anna looks exactly like Jin.”

“I know.”

My twins were basically born with my golden eyes, but strangely enough, Ena had black hair.

It was unusual for him not to have Descartes’ signature dark red hair.

“Ena will really become a beauty.”

“El will become handsome because he resembles Frances.”

Frances slapped my shoulder and laughed. Did flattery feel that good?

Then suddenly she pursed her lips.

“We need to love our children enough to make them feel glad that they were born into this world… … .”

Frances smiled gently and patted the children on the hand.

I nodded, looking into her sparkling emerald eyes.

“Let’s do our best.”

“Of course it should be like that.”

We closed our eyes and put our foreheads against each other. At that moment, we felt the hazy feeling that comes with happy times.

“Oh my god!”

“Oh my god!”

Elle and Anna woke up.

“Oh, are our twins awake? Mommy is here.”

Frances smiled and waved her hand. Elle and Anna laughed and fixed their eyes on her hand.

“El, Anna? Your dad is here too… … .”

As I spoke cautiously, the twins’ gazes turned to me.

and…….

“Abba!”

“dad!”

It was the first time I heard the word dad.

“!!!”

My eyes widened. My heart pounded as if it would burst. I smiled broadly as I heard the voice of my children’s father whom I had been waiting and waiting for.

“Yeah, Dad, here you go! El, Anna!”

Elle and Ena laughed again as they rubbed their cheeks against each other’s faces.

“See? I told you I like you, Daddy.”

Frances smiled and shrugged.

“Huh, how long have I waited for this moment… … .”

I was so happy that my emotions welled up and tears welled up in my eyes.

“What, are you crying?”

Frances gently stroked the back of my head. Her hands were warm.

“My husband has a cute side sometimes.”

“No, why are you crying… … .”

I have been longing for this happiness for so long, so long that it cannot even be measured in time.

Start a family with the woman you love, have lovely children, and gather as a family to chat about all sorts of things.

A leisurely life without worries or concerns.

The reason my heart swells might not be simply because my children call me Dad.

I held back tears and laughed.

May this happiness continue.

No, it will continue.

Because I’m going to make it like that.