The Northern Grand Duke’s Crazy Son-in-Law Chapter 129

Episode 129: The Engagement Ceremony Ends

Zamit shook the teacup gently.

The information agency was set up somehow. In fact, the system was being established.

‘The vice president will be upset if he finds out.’

At that moment, a faint scent of lemon wafted through the air. When I raised my head, Galahad was sitting there.

“I told you to make some noise and go around.”

“Because it’s a habit.”

Zammit smiled faintly at Galahad’s calm answer.

“Your face looks nice. Did you sleep well?”

“I had a good dream. Oh, I’ll be out of bed for a bit.”

“Right now?”

Zamit’s brow furrowed. He had some free time now that the engagement ceremony was over, but it was the early days of the Information Agency.

“The timing is not good.”

“It’s okay. Because I have Zamit.”

Zammit laughed lightly at Galahad’s shameless words.

“Is this a big deal?”

“It’s a pretty big deal.”

Zamit nodded without pressing further.

“You can leave the Magic Tower to the two elders. Distribute the Magic Stones to the Kingdom Alliance through First. You can discuss it with Staff Theodore and Crow. Try not to include Corton.”

“Is it cotton?”

“If you tell the crow, he will know.”

Galahad twitched the corners of his mouth. Zammit nodded, remembering the words in his head.

“Now that we’ve dealt with the retirement team, the intelligence agency won’t be able to move for a while.”

“There’s effort, so headquarters will be okay.”

“If you look at the Grand Duke’s face, you should not leave the Grand Duke’s castle. Try to live within the castle as much as possible.”

Galahad’s plans were as thorough as ever. It seemed as though there would be no gap even if Galahad were absent.

Zamit looked at Galahad. There was an excited look on his face. Zamit suddenly became curious.

What on earth could possibly be happening to make Galahad act like that?

“What’s going on?”

Galahad’s lips paused for a moment at Zammit’s question. Soon, he smiled his characteristically relaxed smile and wiggled his fingers.

“It’s a secret.”

Zamit didn’t ask any further questions.

Galahad, who had just finished smoking a cigarette, stood up from his seat.

Zamit suddenly had a question.

If Galahad goes-.

“······What about Tom?”

“Tom is a special agent. We should go together.”

Zamit’s previously calm face crumpled.

It was understandable that Galahad would be absent.

but-.

“No Tom. Leave Tom behind.”

Tom couldn’t send it.

“Well, Tom is a special agent. He should go with me.”

“If you take Tom, what should I do?”

“There are quite a few agents now. First, Pumpkin, Handsome, and James. There are more than I thought.”

“They’re all a bunch of shit… No, they’re field agents. I’d rather take four of them and leave Tom behind.”

Galahad let out a sigh of relief at Zammit’s violent reaction, who rarely showed his emotions.

“How am I supposed to live in the North without Tom?”

“Sorry, I need Tom too.”

Zamit’s face was completely wrinkled. Zamit, who never used to force his face because he thought it would wrinkle.

“Don’t worry. I’ll be back soon.”

Galahad hurriedly left the room.

“Leave Tom behind!”

Zammit’s tearful voice followed.

Galahad hurriedly pushed the headquarters door shut.

I didn’t know Zammit’s resistance would be that strong. Tom’s addiction seemed to be stronger than I thought.

‘I guess I’ll have to give it a crow.’

The crow was quite sharp-witted, so it seemed like it would be okay if I attached a crow to it.

At that moment, a familiar scent wafted from somewhere. A sweet yet somewhat pungent scent.

When I turned my head, I saw the princess standing proudly. The princess was wearing a rather plain dress.

When their eyes met, the princess smiled like a flower in full bloom.

‘You came just in time.’

I was planning to go see it myself anyway, but you came first.

‘You brought Count Ambertan with you too.’

She was definitely a woman with a keen eye. Galahad looked around. There was little movement around the headquarters. No one was watching.

Galahad approached the princess. The princess waited quietly in that spot.

As I approached, the princess smiled brightly.

“What should I do now?”

The princess asked for an answer as if it were a given.

“Why are you asking me that?”

“My life is your responsibility.”

There was not a single crack in that voice. It was firm. Galahad clicked his tongue lightly.

“Or kill me. If I die by your hand, I will be happy.”

The princess lifted her head. Her thin, white neck was clearly visible. Her voice sounded like she was complaining.

I knew she was a crazy woman, but not to this extent. Her obsession seemed to be getting worse.

Even if I killed the princess, all I would get was a chase by the guards. It was better not to get involved with the guards.

I had no intention of killing her in the first place. The princess was my only connection to the imperial family.

It was right to leave the princess alive. Galahad shook his head slightly.

“Go back and fight with the 4th Prince. The 4th Prince will be happy to see you, as the situation is urgent.”

“i get it.”

The princess smiled brightly and nodded.

Galahad turned his gaze to Count Ambertan. Count Ambertan looked up at Galahad with a wrinkled face.

“Father, kind eyes.”

Count Ambertan did not laugh. He was a stubborn man. Galahad looked down at Count Ambertan.

A look of disgust appeared in Count Ambertan’s eyes. It was not a look befitting of a real father. It didn’t really matter.

“Dirty magician.”

Galahad chuckled at the voice full of enemies. It was the first time in a long time that he had heard such a derogatory remark.

Galahad looked Count Ambertan in the eye. Count Ambertan’s eyes wavered.

“Tell the Fourth Prince to seize this opportunity.”

Galahad took a box out of his pocket and handed it over. It was the box containing the finger and ring of the Prince of the United Kingdoms.

The 4th Prince was a character who opposed the 3rd Prince. The 4th Prince was born with the temperament of a saintly king, while the 3rd Prince was a promising tyrant.

“The Grand Duke and the Kingdom Alliance will raise complaints about the Third Prince. The Third Prince’s position will be weakened, so even the Fourth Prince will be able to be captured.”

Count Ambertan was not stupid. He was rather on the smart side. There was no way he wouldn’t know the value of this finger.

Count Ambertan swallowed dryly.

“What is the reason?”

“I really like the 4th Prince. Let’s think of it as an investment.”

It was true. The 4th Prince had the temperament of a saintly king. If Galahad could choose the next emperor, he would have chosen the 4th Prince.

Suddenly, the princess’s smile grew even deeper. Why? Galahad frowned.

“What do you want?”

Count Ambertan asked with a trembling voice. This was a card that the 4th Prince really needed.

“The 4th Prince must join hands with the Princess.”

“Should I hold your hand?”

Count Ambertan’s eyes narrowed. Even at this moment, he seemed to be calculating.

“We must move diligently. The Third Prince said he would destroy the Ambertan Counts.”

“The Third Prince?! Why?”

Count Ambertan’s face turned pale. Count Ambertan was someone who valued his family more than himself. The reason he had driven Galahad out was also because of the legitimacy of his family.

“Why on earth did the Third Prince come to our family? We had no connection whatsoever.”

Instead of answering, Galahad raised the corners of his mouth. A look of shock appeared on Count Ambertan’s face.

“Yes… Did you touch the Third Prince?!”

“Father, you speak nicely.”

“Ugh-.”

Count Ambertan let out a gasp.

Galahad turned his gaze. The princess had an expectant look on her face.

I guess you’re looking forward to going to the palace together.

I had thought of visiting the imperial palace because of the Emperor, but not now.

“Stay well in the palace. I will go next time.”

“I’ll wait.”

Count Ambertan blankly stared at Galahad as he left without any regrets.

Galahad’s words that he would go next were somehow cold. It felt quite dangerous.

at that time-.

“father?”

At the princess’s soft call, Count Ambertan’s face turned pale.

“Listen carefully.”

The princess began her usual story again. It was about why she and Galahad had fallen out.

And as always-.

“Why would he be angry at me?”

I asked why. Count Ambertan chewed his lip.

It’s a story I’ve heard enough to memorize now-.

“I do not know.”

I was sincere.

“Okay, I’ll say it again. Listen carefully, Father.”

It was no use.

****

“Are you talking about the devil?”

Adrianna, who had returned in armor, asked in an indifferent voice.

“Yeah, I guess I have to go into the Demon Realm.”

“The devil’s court is a dangerous place.”

“I know. Isn’t that where our first date was?”

“I made it clear that it wasn’t a date.”

Adrianna’s eyes hardened.

“Yeah, that wasn’t it. These memories keep flashing back to me. Anyway, I guess I should go into the Demon Realm.”

“······Is there a reason?”

Adrianna asked seriously. Galahad looked into her straight blue eyes and thought.

To summarize, the reason Galahad went to the Demon Realm was because a high-ranking demon was in danger.

No matter how nicely you say it, it’s an explanation that’s difficult to accept.

There was a possibility that things would become more bothersome for no reason.

therefore-.

“Didn’t I promise you? I’ll help you find the former 1st Battalion Captain who disappeared in the Demon Realm.”

Galahad said with a bitter smile.

Adrianna’s eyebrows shook violently, as if she had not expected it.

“Are you really going to help me?”

Adrianna’s voice rose for a moment. Her expressionless face broke and a desperate expression leaked out. The former 1st Battalion Commander seemed to be a very important person.

“Of course. Aren’t we engaged now?”

It wasn’t a lie. You just have to find it on the way. It was a matter of causality.

I was also curious about the former 1st Battalion Commander. If Adriana had been looking for him all this time, there must have been a reason.

“Ah really-.”

Adrianna, who had been delighted, shut her mouth tightly. Her shaking eyebrows stopped. Adrianna shook her head.

“The devil is dangerous.”

Adrianna said, chewing her lip.

It was so Adrian-like to think of others’ safety even in the midst of dire need.

“It’s okay. Aren’t you going to protect me?”

“but······.”

Adrianna’s eyebrows wavered slightly. She looked conflicted.

“I trust you. Just as you trust me.”

Adrianna’s eyes widened. Her eyebrows rose. Then she nodded, seemingly determined.

“Okay, just trust me.”

Adrianna’s eyes became serious.

“thank you.”

Adrianna bowed her head deeply. Galahad wrinkled his nose.

It was just a matter of interests.

“And I also plan on finding clues about the Demon King. If he’s the Demon King, he should be in the Demon Realm.”

“Ah, that certainly makes sense. It’s still not clear what’s inside the Demon Realm.”

Adrianna’s eyebrows hardened. Soon, Adrianna nodded.

“I guess we’ll have to go deeper. I’ll only recruit the elite.”

“Good, I’ll take only the elite.”

“······Are you talking about elite?”

“It’s a story about a special force.”

“Ah, special forces.”

Adrianna sighed softly.

“Then let’s leave as soon as we’re ready.”

“Oh, our side originally planned to return to the 1st Battalion, so preparations are almost done.”

Adrianna said calmly.

“We just finished.”

Galahad laughed lightly. He didn’t check, but Tom must be ready since he’s here.

“Oh, is that so? Then let’s leave right away.”

“Good, it’s been a while since I’ve been to the Demon Realm.”

“The Demon Realm is a dangerous place. It’s not a place to joke around.”

“Okay, okay.”

Adrianna paused for a moment. She looked at Galahad with a serious face. Then she bowed deeply again.

“thank you.”

Galahad nudged Adrianna’s forehead as she expressed her sincere gratitude twice.

“······!”

Adrianna, with her rabbit eyes wide open, grabbed my head.

“I’ve always wanted to try stabbing you.”

“······yes?!”

“egg plant.”

Galahad took a step forward. He led the prepared Adrianna unit towards the special forces.

I was sure Tom would have been ready by now, but unfortunately this time I was wrong.

Tom wasn’t late.

There was just a stupid reason.

“This…! This f*cking dog is spitting on me!”

“Gilbutton! Please be patient! Why are you fighting with a horse!”

“Your cheeky words are spitting on me!”

“So why are you interfering with what the captain said?”

“I just wanted to sit down once! What the hell! What the heck?! You just walked in on me! Tom! Did you just see that?!”

“Why are you fighting with the horse? Everyone is looking at you.”

“Come here, you punk!”

Gilbert was tussling with Galahad’s horse, and Tom seemed to be delaying his preparations by interfering with them.

Damien, who saw Gilbutton, shook his head and raised his cane. I wondered why he held the cane like a sword.

Nothing happened, but Gwen applauded and praised Damian.

“Elite······. No, are the special forces going with you too?”

Adrianna looked at Galahad with serious eyes and asked.

I originally planned to take it, but now I’m a little worried.

However, it was a unit that was meant to save the continent. One day, they had to fight the king of the demon tribe.

There was a need to experience it in advance.

“You go first. I’ll follow you right away.”

Galahad clicked his tongue and turned to Gilverton.

By then Gilbert was having a serious staring contest with his horse.

“Sir Gilbert. What are you doing?”

“I was breaking in a cheeky horse. It’s easier to ride something like this when you catch it in the pasture.”

Gilbert spoke seriously, pointing to the horse. Gilbert was seriously training the horse.

“Why are you stopping by?”

“In the North, they are all tamed like this. That way, it will be easier to ride later on-.”

Galahad held out his hand. The horse, which had been holding its head up stiffly, lowered its posture. As if telling him to ride comfortably.

Gilbert opened his mouth wide. A look of terrible defeat came over his face.

Galahad lightly tapped the horse’s neck.

“Why are you saying that to a smart kid? You just don’t like ugly people, right?”

The horse stammered for a long time. Gilbutton muttered softly, “f*cking horse.”

“We’re leaving right now. Everyone, get on board. The destination is Makyeong.”

Gilverton’s smile disappeared in an instant at Galahad’s declaration. His face soon became sharp.

“Do you plan on taking them all with you?”

“That’s right. Isn’t it a special forces unit?”

“But Gwen and Tom could be in danger.”

Gilbert spoke in a low voice. Tom raised his hand. There was a large shield he had never seen before.

The shield was sturdy, perhaps because it was made of woven monster hide.

“It’s okay! I have a shield woven from demon hide, so even if I can’t attack, I can still block! I’ll go too!”

Tom said with a very nervous look on his face. Tom’s voice was serious.

“That’s what I think.”

“But Gwen-.”

Gilbert turned his head to Gwen. When his gaze was focused on her, Gwen’s face turned tearful.

“I’ll go too! Galahad needs me to recover! I’m a genius!”

Gwen spoke logically. Gilverton licked his lips and sighed.

“Stay behind me instead.”

Gilbert, with a determined look on his face, held his sword tightly and spoke.

It was a very responsible article.

Everyone got on the carriage and prepared to go to the Demon Realm.

In an unusually heavy atmosphere-.

“But what is a magic mirror?”

Gwen asked quietly.

****

The engagement ceremony was over, but the staff became even busier.

It was also to prepare a way for those gathered to return, and to begin work in earnest on the magic stone workshop with the magicians of the magic tower.

and-.

‘Hunting with Captain Galahad.’

After the engagement ceremony, the Archduke ordered his staff to prepare for the hunt with Captain Galahad.

It seemed as if he was going on a hunt that Captain Galahad had requested as a reward for saving the 6th Battalion.

Originally, the Grand Duke only carried an axe when he went hunting. What the Grand Duke had to prepare was a significant change.

‘Because I care about Captain Galahad.’

Theodore remembered the Archduke’s smile he had seen at their engagement ceremony.

Actually, he had seemed happy the last time he had gone hunting with Captain Galahad. It was a subtle difference, but Theodore could tell.

The staff smiled and prepared at that order. They had safely protected Galahad from the enemy. They could not help but be happy that the Archduke was going to drive the wedge in once more.

We filled it with leftovers from the banquet and prepared it as extravagantly as possible.

As Theodore was preparing, a question suddenly occurred to him.

‘Did you tell Captain Galahad?’

This time he stayed longer because of the engagement ceremony, but as usual, Captain Galahad was always busy.

‘Hey, no way-.’

His Highness the Grand Duke has ordered preparations, but Captain Galahad is not here.

‘Would something so terrible happen?’

The Archduke’s soft laughter could be heard from inside.

It seemed like he was really looking forward to it.

Fantasy, Fusion,