Incompatible Interspecies Wives

Chapter 17: Marriage (1)

"You look beautiful, Lady Ner."

Ner looked at her reflection in the mirror.

As the maids said, it was indeed the first time she had dressed up so neatly.

She wore a pristine, pure white dress that complemented her figure, and her hair was delicately pinned up with a hairpin.

A touch of light makeup enhanced her features, and a subtle hint of shimmering oil was applied to her tail, giving it a gentle shine.

Completing the ensemble were a simple necklace and exquisite earrings, adding an elegant touch to her overall appearance.

However, all these decorations couldn't erase the sadness on Ner's face.

Soon, she was scheduled to have a meal with her betrothed, 'Berg', a human mercenary

She had to suppress her unwillingness to go, even if it meant dying.

Ner recalled the terms of the agreement with her father, Gibson.

Someday this would come to an end. She tried to understand that beginnings were always difficult.

She also tried not to forget that this marriage would save the lives of many people in her territory.

Through her own sacrifice, the Blackwood family would escape their extinction.

If one day all of this was over and she returned, wouldn't her brothers accept her?

At the very least, it was clear that they wouldn't ignore her like before.

The honor of protecting the entire territory was not going to disappear.

Just by looking at the subtle changes in Gibson's attitude toward her, she could tell that.

There was no retaliation for her rebellion the previous day.

Even the most stubborn ones, like Gidon, would likely be the same as the rest of her siblings.

At such thoughts, Ner laughed at herself because, despite everything, deep within her heart, she still felt a lingering yearning for her brothers and sisters.

It was her heart that tried to give up, but it continued to be swayed by the possibility of receiving love.

Maybe it was because the only important acquaintances she had were her siblings.

"..."

As Ner maintained her silence, an awkward atmosphere filled the room.

The maids also remained silent, unable to read Ner's expression.

They looked at each other for a while, then gently hugged Ner.

Their comfort gave Ner a faint strength. She nodded her head little by little and regained control of her emotions.

After the hug and consolation ended, one maid tried to lighten the mood and spoke.

"Lady Ner, please smile. You've dressed up so beautifully."

"..."

Ner raised the corners of her mouth following the maid's words.

Her eyes were teary, but her lips were curved. A bizarre smile was formed.

"..."

Ner also knew it in her head as well.

As much as she hated this marriage, there were parts she had to make an effort for.

Apart from her feelings, the marriage must take place.

Now she understood.

If she were to reject the marriage and it reset due to her animosity toward the human mercenaries, not only Blackwood would be on the brink of extinction, but countless lives of the werewolf people would be lost.