After Eugene and Kaizer departed from the Marquis Household, Euric extended an invitation to Timber to visit his office.
Uncertain about Euric's intentions, Timber sensed the weight of the situation from his serious expression. Timber took a seat on the couch across from him and inquired, "What does Brother Euric wish to discuss? Is it about Eugene?"
"No, it concerns the two of us."
Euric placed a document on the table and said, "I know this might catch you off guard, but I'll be direct."
Confusion etched Timber's brow as he wondered what was happening.
"Timber Rozans, marry me."
His eyes widened slowly, and Timber stammered, "A-Are you serious?!"
Initially, when he heard the proposal, Eugene's face came to his mind. As a friend's brother, Timber had never considered anything beyond such relationships. However, he now panicked, fearing that Euric had fallen in love with him and was offering marriage.
What should he do? He had always regarded Euric as a brother, and marrying the sibling of his friend felt...
In any case, Timber couldn't accept the proposal. He did not harbor such ambitions.
"Allow me to finish. It's actually a marriage contract. We'll both sign an agreement and get married. It will benefit both of us because once you agree, you won't have to return to the Rozans Household; you'll become the Marchioness of Shradinza. As the Marchioness, you'll have the authority and privileges associated with the position, and I promise to respect your decisions in life," Euric explained.
"A marriage contract? B-But what about Eugene? What if he feels--"
"No worries. I already informed him."
With a sigh, Euric continued, "Eugene shared your situation with me, and I thought it would be advantageous for both of us to work together. If you ever fall in love with someone, we can get a divorce, and I'll ensure you receive appropriate compensation."
He recognized that marriage might be the only way for him to fully sever ties with the Rozans Household. He just didn't expect the opportunity will come knocking on his door and he couldn't help but feel tempted.
Euric didn't seem to have romantic feelings for him.
He was relieved but at the same time couldn't help but feel guilty.
Euric pushed the contract forward, and Timber examined it. To his surprise, everything in the contract seemed to favor him. Curiosity got the better of him, and he asked, "What about you? What if you fall for someone while being married to me? The contract only grants me the right to divorce. Isn't this a bit..."
"The person I like left the empire long ago. No need to worry."
Timber's eyes widened, "You have someone you like?!"
Euric's lips twitched, "Why are you so surprised? I have desires too."
Timber chuckled, "It's just that you've always been so reserved. But if you have someone you like, why marry me? What if that person returns?"
Euric shook his head. "Even if that person returns, it's not easy to discuss feelings. Besides, that person doesn't even know I like him, so it's complicated."
Timber looked at his brother Euric with sympathy.
"But Brother Euric, if you confess, that person would probably agree. After all, you'll be a Marquis; aren't the title and privileges of a Marchioness tempting?"
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Redemption of the Yandere Villain
Fantasy"Your sin is your very own existence." After dying Eugene reincarnated on earth and live his life atoning for his past life sins. When he thought that he could finally rest after being killed by his childhood friend ― he came back to his original wo...
