aerie
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Translator: Yonnee __ That was the name Millein and Hue used to call Adeline when they were young. The first time young Adeline was introduced to the Belov brothers, she tilted her head as she looked at their names side by side. —Milleinberg, Huberg. Your names are kind of similar. You even have middle names. Milleinberg Ishmire Belov. Huberg Roman Belov. In contrast to Adeline’s name, which ended simply at ‘Adeline Zeller’,…- 186.5 K • Ongoing
- Translator: Yonnee __ Late at night— After finishing her bath, Adeline sat in front of her vanity and gazed into the mirror. When she lifted her damp hair, a red mark was clearly visible on the nape of her neck. Of course, it was Jack’s mark. Adeline traced her fingers over the red imprint. “It left a clearer mark than I thought.” It wasn’t subtle enough to pass as an insect bite, yet it was in an awkward spot to cover with clothing. And below that—on…
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- Translator: Yonnee __ In that brief moment, the arm Jack had wrapped around Adeline’s waist tightened. Feeling the gradually increasing restraint, Adeline responded by pulling him closer. ‘I told you, didn’t I, Mister Hatzfeld?’ That someone else might be after your ‘collateral’ too. As she repeated those words in her mind, a slow smile crept onto her lips. Everything was proceeding exactly as planned. ︵‿୨ ₊‧꒰ა ཐི༏ཋྀ ໒꒱…
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- Translator: Yonnee __ She couldn’t afford to waver from such provocations so soon. ‘I said I would do anything.’ Kissing the very man responsible for her family’s downfall—surely, she could manage that much. After only a brief hesitation, Adeline kissed Jack. For a moment, she thought she saw him smile. But she couldn’t be certain. Because as soon as she pulled away, Jack immediately wrapped an arm around her waist, pulling her back against him. Their…
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- Translator: Yonnee __ Adeline ignored the bitter taste in her mouth and asked, “So, will you accept my proposal?” “I’m not sure. I don’t have enough confidence in it.” “Confidence?” Jack knew Adeline well. And knowing her well meant he also knew about her social life and romantic history from her academy days. And. “You have no experience with men, do you?” As far as Jack knew, Adeline had never been involved with anyone. It was nothing…
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- Translator: Yonnee __ ‘Even three years from now, Jack’s true identity remains unknown.’ Despite making a name for himself as an immensely wealthy investor and moving freely through high society, Jack’s background had remained a mystery. The only thing known about him was that he was from the Mathes Principality. But if Jack truly had a status so secure that he lacked for nothing, would he have needed to leave his homeland and settle in Crawford? ‘Besides, three years…
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- Translator: Yonnee __ Of course, given that Jack had been managing the Zeller family’s assets, his frequent visits to the ducal residence were not particularly surprising. However, a visit at such a late hour was hardly appropriate. Already unable to sleep due to a marriage she had no desire for, Adeline’s displeasure was evident as she responded. —I have to. You know as well as I do, Mister Hatzfeld, that there’s no other way to resolve this debt.…
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- Translator: Yonnee __ “…What?” “I’d like to propose a contract.” Although she had phrased it as becoming lovers, in truth, this was an investment proposal. Becoming lovers was merely an incidental part of the process. Unlike the Zeller Duchy, which had nothing but debt, Jack was a man overflowing with wealth. Moreover, his company had been founded with investment as its very purpose. So, to cut it short. “I’ll share the investment opportunities I know.…
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- Translator: Yonnee __ The countless love letters showered upon Jack weren’t solely due to his extraordinary investment acumen. It was also thanks to the allure he possessed as a man. His tall stature, the well-tailored suits he always wore, and the glimpse of his solid physique beneath them. His sharply defined features and the innate air of arrogance and dominance effortlessly drew attention. Jack was, without a doubt, an unrefined and rough-edged man. And yet, that very fact…
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- Translator: Yonnee __ —Jack Hatzfeld, that man worked so hard at last year’s charity event. How was I supposed to know he was hiding something like this? Victoria had openly expressed her irritation, calling Jack more cunning than she had anticipated. And for good reason—Monahan Viscounty had never been considered particularly valuable land. It wasn’t home to a city, nor was it densely populated. But as soon as the railroad was laid and…
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