Because She Had A Time Limit, She Became The Villain’s Daughter-in-law

With Karens arrival, the Dukes residence was very busy.

I cant believe that youre already married Karen said, hugging me halfway as she continued her words.

Since Laria is only fourteen.

So?

Duke Icard spoke in a calm voice. He stared at her and added.

What do you want?

I mean, I cant leave her alone in the Dukes mansion where theres no one else besides her.

Her arms were wrapped around my shoulders while speaking.

I was lost in thought. To be honest, if I hadnt seen her gazing at the jewelry spread out by the jewelers, I would have believed her words to some extent.

But, her eyes were too sincere.

After all, you always recognize your own kind And I dont mean me, but the jewelry.

In addition, I instinctively thought about how Karen didnt rush to see me after hearing the news about my family.

So, shouldnt there still be a blood relative here for this poor kid to rely on?

Huh

Somehow, it felt as though she didnt come here for a one-time money opportunity.

Indeed, if she had hoped for a small amount of money, she would have already visited Duke Icard by the time I got married, saying that my father owed her money. Then, the Duke of Icard would have given her everything that she wanted.

By any chance

However, just in case, I did a little tinkering and asked, Do you need money, or did my father owe you money?

Of course not! Look at the way I look.

Karen said in vehement denial.

Am I lacking anything? I came here purely because I was worried about you. How can I leave you alone? You are still young.

As I thought, it wasnt a one-time payment. So, if she doesnt want the money right now

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I pondered deeply.

She wants more money in the future.

Karen hugged me one more time, and in a luscious voice.

Dont you think the same, Laria? How lonely you are that you are left alone like this

I was the only one who could openly dislike her. Duke Icard and Evan wouldnt be able to be rude to the only family that came to visit me after a long time.

So, I answered, looking as innocent as possible.

I wasnt lonely at all because father and Evan were really nice to me. I am much happier than when I was with Count Rostry.

At my words, Duke Icard couldnt control his expression and coughed awkwardly. Evan, too, was straining his lips so his laughs wouldnt leak out so hard that the back of his neck was red.

Duke Icard and Evan must have been proud of what I said, though I am hit with different emotions and feelings right now.

Even though they just had to be proud of what I said, they seemed to have mixed emotions.

I guess rumors spread saying Duke Icard was quite fond of me since he was wasting a lot of money fixing the villa. Yeah there could be at least one real relative who would snoop around trying to get some soybean powder.

[ T/N: Idiom, meaning someone who wants to get some benefits through other peoples work. ]

Well, if it was just one, it was a relief.

I guess its probably a common case to think that just because we have blood ties, I would be able to share what I have Still, Im a person who doesnt fathom a thought of consideration and sharing.

Plus, there was something else that was on my mind.

Dont make Duke Icard too annoyed. He had already spent a lot of money because of me.

If I let Karen stay here, I couldnt know what would happen later.

At first, Duke Icard may just be annoyed with her, so he might only give her a few pennies, but if repeated, he might want to kill me quickly

We need to make things clear at this point so that these arrogant relatives who want to steal money cant come near us in the future.

The only issue was that I couldnt just kick her out from the duchy for no reason or justification. If so, then

Cough, cough, cough!

At that, I burrowed into Karens arms and suddenly started coughing.

As expected

As I smelled the new fiber on her clothes, it was evident that she had bought them before coming here. And, the fake Tears of the Spring Leaves, as the jeweler said earlier, was a safe accessory for the blind to choose.

Karen must have come here all dressed up to make sure that we knew she was living well herself.

Oh! Oh, my God?!

Cough, cough! Coooouuuggggghhh!

This was the only weapon I had where I could use effectively. No wealth, no reputation, just cough Fortunately, I was skilled at using that weapon.

La, Laria? Whats wrong?

Ms. Ka-karen! Help me Ill have to go see Serena.

And so, Karen was forced to help get up in the drawing-room. Well, its not like she could refuse after all the fuss with all the blood next to her.

Andfather Cough!

I spoke in a faint voice.

I dont think Ill see any more jewelsbut the Tears of the Spring Leaves was so pretty. Cough! Cough! I think that would be beautiful Cough!

All right, Ill buy it right away and send it to Lisa.

Duke Icard answered quickly, and I eventually left the room with Karen.

Helping me, she asked stealthily.

I I was told that you are going to get treatment. Does it hurt a lot? They said its not a serious illness.

Its okay, Karen. Although, as Karen said, I really needed to let out a lot of blood. I think you are the most dependable. Cause we are talking about blood relatives after all.

Because she mentioned how she wanted and was determined to come here for me, I decided to show my full dependence on her from now on.

Lisa greeted me in surprise as soon as I reached the room while I was leaning on Karen.

Miss Laria, are you all right? You must have coughed a lot again.

Lisa.

I clung to Karen and spoke softly, Why dont you take five days off?

What? Why?

Heres Miss Karen Maria Rostry, my fathers cousin.

Oh my, hello.

Before Lisa even could finish her hurried greeting, I smiled softly and turned to Karen.

She said she came to the Dukes mansion for meEven if youre a fallen noble, you can serve me as a maid, right?

Laria? Maid? What do you mean

Then

I gasped, naively, with my eyes wide open and continued my words.

How would we stay together?

Huh?

If youre not a maid dont tell me, you want to be Duchess here?

I was saying it lightly, but Karen turned her head slightly in a bashful way.

Well. I thought it wouldnt be too bad if I was to be with you for a long time, but

Oh, my God

No, even if youre greedy, youre daydreaming.

I knew she wanted to take a lot of money in the future, though I didnt think she could be this shameless.

Cough, cough, coughCough!

I hugged Karen again and started coughing even more.

Even if it was disgusting, I couldnt stay still and watch. However, the situation was still the best yet. I couldnt possibly kick her out and say, Youre here for the money! ss she seemed to be doing her best to deal with my coughings.

Still, I had built a nice and good appearance, good enough to kick out a devil Nonetheless, I was someone who would find my way even in bad situations.

Please bring Serena Cough!

If it goes according to my plan, I may be regarded by Duke Icard as the worlds poorest orphan. Still, I cant help it. Maybe, he will be more sympathetic.

Only a day or two would be insignificant and pathetic.

Oh, and

I looked at Lisa and spoke as if something had suddenly come to my mind.

Father will give me the original Tears of the Spring Leaves as a gift. He said hed deliver it to you, so when you get it, put it in my first drawer.

Oh my, I see. Amazingly, the genuine product is on the market. It would be better to keep it well and wear it for the first time at a banquet.

Lisa, like a capable maid, immediately realized the name of the jewel Tears of the Spring Leaves, and how precious it is.

But, of course, Lisa wasnt the only one who noticed it.