Lady Baby Is a Revenge Maker Chapter 69

“……B-but then the Magic Tower people won’t like it.”

 

“If they don’t like it?”

 

“…….”

 

“The descendant of the founder is making a donation—how could those lowly ones refuse? Don’t worry, little raccoon.”

 

Daihan casually patted Sepiel’s head.

 

“They’re nothing special.”

 

“Really? This actually works?”

 

Sepiel’s mouth dropped open.

 

“Why wouldn’t it?”

 

Daihan still spoke indifferently…….

 

At that moment, a very worldly, honest thought burst out from deep inside her.

 

‘Loyal, loyal. I love you, Remdragon.’

 

Sepiel swallowed hard.

 

“……Yes.”

 

Overwhelmed, she nodded.

 

And about a week later.

 

‘He really cleared all of this…….’

 

Sepiel stared in disbelief at the once gloomy Magic Tower garden, now completely cleared away.

 

“How did you even handle this, Elton? This is too…….”

 

You’re too capable.

 

Sepiel stood there, dumbfounded, watching the ground being prepared.

 

“Oh, you mean how we ‘persuaded’ Allegro? Ah, of course, we handled it legally. In exchange for not filing a <return lawsuit> over the inheritance of the first Grand Duke of Remdragon, they agreed to accept all of our donations.”

 

Elton said brightly.

 

“In addition, we included a written agreement that Miles, Miela, and any future disciples they may have cannot be restricted from acting as members of the existing Magic Tower.”

 

“…….”

 

“Oh, and we’re planning to hire a lawyer for Lady Miela as well. So if they try to limit her use of facilities, we can immediately threaten legal action. You know? If they try anything funny……”

 

Slice.

 

Elton made a gesture as if cutting someone’s throat.

 

‘Wow, that’s so worldly. So cool…….’

 

Five-year-old Sepiel.

 

Learning truths she had never even learned in her past life.

 

“Elton, I think you’re a really cool grown-up.”

 

“Oh my, thank you. Haha. Anyway, the Grand Duke wanted to bring you here today in case you were curious. Be sure to thank him.”

 

“Mm. Of course.”

 

Sepiel nodded shyly.

 

* * *

 

After that, Daihan built two buildings, installed state-of-the-art research facilities, and sent a massive donation. He also arranged for knights to be dispatched immediately if Miles or Miela were ever treated unfairly in the Magic Tower.

 

It was the first official action taken by the long-isolated Remdragon Grand Duke family in 100 years.

 

The three ruling families of the Kingdom Alliance stirred and began keeping a close eye on Remdragon.

 

* * *

 

And so, the matter was settled for now.

 

Sepiel returned to the estate. It turned out the Grand Duke family had a small but luxurious mansion near the royal palace in Allegro’s capital.

 

“You’re back.”

 

“Mm.”

 

Daihan was casually reading a newspaper.

 

“What is it?”

 

Sepiel peeked at him. Daihan looked back at her. Slowly, Sepiel reached out her arms.

 

Daihan watched her for a moment, then suddenly lifted her up.

 

Sepiel immediately wrapped her arms around his neck.

 

“Thank you.”

 

“…….”

 

“Mm. Grand Duke is the best. The most reliable person in the world!”

 

Daihan—the Dragon Grand Duke who pursues the sword and martial arts. The phrase he liked second most was…….

 

‘The most reliable in the world.’

 

The corner of Daihan’s lips curled up.

 

“Good. As long as our little raccoon is satisfied.”

 

Repaying a thousand pieces of gold with a single word. Depending on the person, it wasn’t difficult.

 

Of course, Sepiel hadn’t intended it.

 

* * *

 

And so, Sepiel gained unexpected results, spent a happy time, and returned to the Grand Duke’s family.

 

Before leaving, she made a few requests to Miela.

 

<Auntie, trust me and do things the way I say. Promise, okay? Don’t worry about anything. I can protect my family too. I’ll do my best. Just trust me.>

 

Those were Sepiel’s final words.

 

‘That child really…….’

 

How could she be so clever? Miela thought as she looked at the memo filled with Sepiel’s requests.

 

“She really takes after her mother.”

 

Miela thought.

 

<Miela. You have to stay strong. I’ll definitely find a way somehow. I promise. No matter how hard things get, don’t despair. Don’t give up. You just do your best with what you can. I’ll handle the rest.

Trust only me.>

 

After their father passed away, when Miela couldn’t even leave her bed from crying, Lilia had said those words.

 

Thinking of that moment, Miela’s eyes filled with tears.

 

‘To others, siblings might not mean much.’

 

Sometimes, siblings were even more distant than strangers.

 

Not far away, Sepiel’s own family treated her worse than strangers.

 

‘But in this life, I owe everything to my sister. She fed me, clothed me, and made me who I am today.’

 

So now, she would protect Sepiel.

 

With her entire life.

 

Miela made that decision.

 

That day, the Grand Duke’s family left Allegro’s capital.

 

By now, their carriage would have passed through the gate.

 

Just then, a loud commotion broke out.

 

It was Yulin, her face twisted with rage like an evil spirit.

 

“Miela, you wretch. What is this? Do you really think you can survive in the Magic Tower after doing something like this?

A lowly thing, how dare you push your luck.”

 

Miela almost let out an “ah.”

 

‘Right. They must know that the Grand Duke’s family, including Sepiel, is leaving today.’

 

Seeing Yulin so furious, Miela’s expression gradually turned cold.

 

Miela recalled something that happened just before Sepiel left.

 

<By the way, Sepiel. Since you had your Naming Ceremony, you must have a middle name. I’m curious what it is.>

 

Usually, Allegro royalty receive two or three middle names during the Naming Ceremony.

 

All of them are names meant to bring long life and blessings.

 

Sepiel, while eating snacks, answered casually.

 

<Mm-hmm, I know my name.>

 

<What is it?>

 

<What was it again. Kayla. Moran. Shuetra. Right, that’s it.>

 

So Sepiel’s full name was Sepiel de Kayla Moran Shuetra Allegro.

 

But when Miela heard that, her face turned pale.

 

<Are you sure that’s your name?>

 

Sepiel, surprised, nodded slowly.

 

<I know it has a bad meaning……>

 

She even muttered that.

 

Miela forgot her fear and immediately went to find Daihan.

 

And she told him about Sepiel’s middle name.

 

That man Elton was quick to catch on again.

 

<Wait a moment. Three middle names? Kayla, Moran, Shuetra. These names……>

 

<Why? What do they mean?>

 

Daihan asked indifferently.

 

<Ah. As expected, you’re not interested in botany or entomology. Sigh. These names are what we call ‘misfortune-substituting’ names.>

 

Elton said, sounding incredulous.

 

<All of these are names of ancient magical creatures. Kayla, Moran, Shuetra. They are all insects that live only for a single day. And that family has three sons, correct?>

 

<…….>

 

Then Daihan quickly ordered for the names of the three sons to be investigated.

 

As expected. Their middle names—

 

Each one included names of ancient creatures known for long lifespans. Creatures that lived for a hundred years.

 

Which meant…….

 

<If something happens to those three sons—death or injury—these names are meant to take their place and suffer it instead.>

 

<…….>

 

<Simply put, it’s a curse.>

 

Daihan was silent for a moment before speaking.

 

<Then why do it at age two?>

 

<There is a belief that it doesn’t work on infants. Like many ancient spells. So they waited until the body matured somewhat before giving a cursed name.>

 

<These people…… seriously.>

 

Daihan stood up from his seat.

 

<Please calm down, Grand Duke!>

 

His subordinates and Elton struggled to stop him.

 

After a while, once he calmed down, Daihan spoke again.

 

Crunch. He ground his teeth.

 

<Build the Magic Tower quickly. Immediately. And you, human woman.>

 

<Yes, Grand Duke.>

 

Miela answered. Her hands were trembling with anger as well.

 

<We of Remdragon do not easily interfere in human affairs with our own hands. It would disrupt the balance of cause and effect in this world.>

 

<I understand that as well.>

 

<Therefore, I will now give you a mission. Gain power and grow strong within the Magic Tower. That child—your niece, and the one who will become my future daughter-in-law.>

 

<…….>

 

<The child currently under our protection, Sepiel—punish the one who gave her such a name.>

 

<That is exactly what I wanted.>

 

<You said a woman named Yulin gave the name. From now on, she owes a debt to our family. Remdragon never forgets its debts.>

 

Even then, still unsatisfied, Daihan crushed the armrest of his chair.

 

Remembering that moment, a smile formed on Miela’s lips.

 

A very cold smile. Different from before.

 

Sepiel hadn’t cried and just quietly looked at Miela.

 

<Auntie, if you hate those people, then both you and I have to become strong. You’re really smart and amazing. But you’re too innocent. Those people……>

 

Sepiel said, holding onto Miela’s clothes, her eyes a little sad.

 

<They always take advantage of that.>

 

Yes. That’s right.

 

Miela looked at Yulin without smiling in her eyes.

 

‘I need to become smarter too. Instead of my sister, I’ll protect you.’

 

Miela, once the youngest member of the Magic Tower,

 

decided to become ruthless for the sake of her only niece.

 

“The agreement with the Remdragon Grand Duke’s family has already been made. What exactly is the problem, Tower Master?”

 

Miela said coldly to Yulin, without even raising an eyebrow.

 

“What? You insolent woman. How dare someone like you look straight at me! You’ve got quite the nerve. Come to think of it, your family must have traitor’s blood running through it. That’s why you’re clinging to Remdragon now—”

 

Click.

 

Miela pressed something in her hand.

 

“What are you doing?”

 

“If you act violently or speak rudely to me from now on, I will record it immediately. You know this magic device, right? It’s my teacher’s and my invention. Though one of the elders of the Magic Tower stole the patent.”

 

Miela said calmly.

 

“You—you dare……. Fine. You’ve always been a thorn in my side. Damn you!”

 

“That’s right. A thorn in your side. Maybe that’s why you’ve been bullying me all this time. Thinking about it now, you were afraid of me, weren’t you? Someone who doesn’t listen, is smart, and more capable than you were in your prime.”

 

Miela spoke gently.

 

“They say even great people can learn something from a child.”

 

“…….”

 

“This time, I learned something from my lovely genius baby niece. There’s no benefit in avoiding someone who bullies you.”

 

Miela stepped forward.

 

In Miela’s smile, Yulin saw Lilia—the woman she had wanted to kill so badly.

 

And also Sepiel, with that strange, unexplainable brilliance.

 

“Since I’m already a thorn in your side, I might as well go all the way. I’ll become exactly that. A thorn in your side. And a thorn in your hand. Ah—how about a thorn in your throat?”

 

“……You, you…….”

 

Miela suddenly changed her expression and turned serious.

 

“If you have no business here, please leave. Scholars of the Magic Tower should be focused on research. Someone who hasn’t even filed a magic tool patent for years shouldn’t be wasting the time of those who actually work hard.”

 

Miela’s calm tone and composed attitude only fueled Yulin’s anger more.

 

“Just wait. I will make you pay. Your future will not be easy.”

 

“You say that as if you’ve ever paved a smooth path for me.”

 

Anyway.

 

It felt like something was about to happen soon. Just as Miela thought that—

 

“Something terrible has happened, Tower Master!”

 

One of the elders rushed in. Yulin turned her head.

 

“What is it that you call me like a stray dog?”

 

“Well, it’s…….”

 

At the elder’s whispered words, Yulin hurriedly rushed outside.

 

* * *