A Deal With The Frigid Wizard

Chapter 49

Lunch was scheduled on the visit.

After a brief introduction, the Marquis couple, Hisran and Jaeha, moved to the dining room. A table lined with white cloth greeted them.

According to the norm, the meals would have been served one by one in order, though the Marchioness had instructed to bring the food out at once in consideration for Jaeha, who was unfamiliar with this culture.

The maids, who filled the large table with plates of food, quietly retreated from the dining room. As others’ gazes decreased, Jaeha’s tension was relieved by just that.

“The chef put a lot of thought into it because it has been a while since His dined here and brought a precious guest as well. I hope it suits Miss Jaeha’s taste.”

“I think everything will be delicious.”

Although it was simpler than a dinner party, the number of dishes on the table varied. In addition, scanning it roughly, Jaeha did not find any kinds of food that she didn’t like, and there were no foods that seemed uncomfortable to eat.

‘Is it the result of Hisran’s knowledge of my eating habits?’

As she thought it was a result of Hisran caring for her and the Marchioness’ consideration, her tension eased even more.

‘Since it was prepared well, it will be bad if I’m just munching on it, but it’s also bad to eat just like I normally do. Let’s eat in moderation, in moderation.’

She gathered her mind and touched the food.

From the pre-dinner soup to bread, noodles, steak, and even salad, every dish lingered on her tongue. Perhaps, it was the skill of a craftsman who passed on the cooking to the magic doll.

Besides, Hisran kept dragging the food plate in front of her, telling her to try this and that and even giving his meat dishes to her, so she ate almost as usual. When Jaeha realized that, the meal was already over

As embarrassment appeared on her face unfiltered, the Marchioness spoke with a wide smile.

“I am proud as the person who invited Miss Jaeha.”

“Thank, thank you.”

“I don’t know if you heard the story, but neither he nor I enjoy a wide variety of food. I wonder if our tastes are strong. Normally, the more we share food, the tastier and happier we are, but in that regard, we didn’t give His that much consideration. Though to think that Jaeha enjoys various dishes with His, I am very grateful.”

…Uh, could she interpret this situation like this? A mother-in-law with a harsh personality would have to bite her tongue at her son’s openly showing off behavior…

Jaeha suddenly thought that Hisran looked just like his parents. If his appearance was inherited more than 90% of his father’s genes, the subtly positive tone and behavior seemed to resemble his mother’s.

‘Maybe, he grew up in such an environment and became the friendly and kind Hisran is today…’

They were great parents and a happy family.

The couple’s marital relationship seemed to be in perfect harmony. The Marquis, who cared about his wife’s meals like Hisran, and the Marchioness’ smile brightened when her husband gazed at her, showed how much she loved her partner.

Jaeha, without realizing it, tried to substitute her and Hisran looking at the Marquis Ephesion couple. If she married this man, could she be as joyful and happy as the couple in front of her when the years pass by…?

“Jaeha.”

At that moment, Hisran’s small whisper came.

“Stop looking at father. After all, when I get older, I’m sure I’ll look better than him, right?”

“Shut up.”

Jaeha, with the Marquis couple in front of her, spoke back with only her lips twitching.

After eating in a more relaxed atmosphere than expected, they headed to the parlor. Beautifully decorated refreshments along with tea were placed on the table.

“Look, she speaks the Imperial language quite well, which is great. Miss Jaeha seems to have excellent language skills.”

“I studied the language a lot even where I was born.”

“Yes. For Jaeha, this is a completely new world, so there would be many differences other than languages—such as institutions and culture. Are there any major inconveniences in your life? If I can help, I want to help.”

When the Marchioness cautiously asked, Jaeha was immersed in thoughts for a moment. Inconveniences…

At first, there were several.

There was also a big difference between Korea and the United States that exist on the same planet. The clearly visible class difference was surprising.

Most women were embarrassed to wear long skirts in their daily life, and the fact that they had no choice but to use a horse or carriage instead of convenient and clean public transportation was also inconvenient.

The fortunate thing was that her lover was the Red Tower Master, and the place where she lived was the Red Tower where high-class manpower gathers. Because she was able to partially replace the lack of science and technology or civilization with magic, she managed to adapt to this world.

“At first, there were many things that were unfamiliar, but Hisran and the wizards in the Red Tower helped me in many ways, so I am comfortable. Thank you for your concern.”

“The contribution from the others would probably be less than 1%.”

She pretended she didn’t hear Hisran’s muttering.

Jaeha, who usually enjoyed all kinds of desserts after meals, started to take care of her manners and started drinking tea little by little. This time, Hisran picked up a bite-sized macaron and put it in her mouth.

Well, once it entered her mouth, she had to swallow it.

“Hey, I’m fine.”

This was not just any other time, so she hoped he would stop feeding her today.

“I do it because I like it when you eat well.”

At that, she wished he would refrain from saying such things in front of his parents.

‘He’s not ashamed of himself is he?’

Jaeha glanced at Hisran.

Seeing his usual appearance, he seemed fine. Later, she wanted to open his head and analyze his brain when the right opportunity came.

“I’m glad that His and Jaeha seem to have a good relationship.”

The Marchioness said as she set down the teacup with graceful gestures. Hearing that, Jaeha quickly turned her gaze away and answered.

“Perhaps because he resembles his parents, Hisran is kind.”

At that, the Marchioness grinned while Hisran looked at her with an astonished face. His lover, who was like a feisty cat, became a young lady in front of his parents. This unexpected charm wasn’t bad.

Jaeha thought, feeling Hisran’s stinging gaze. She was nervous at the thought of meeting people who might be her parents-in-law, and she forgot to do what she had to do.

‘I should have told him to shut up, leave his hands still, and be quiet when they got to the Marquis’ residence…’

She regretted it, it was already too late.

“His has a friendly side, but overall he’s a bit mischievous, isn’t he?”

“Haha…”

Even if she was in front of people in need, Jaeha could not say that he was not conscientious.

“Sheesh.”

Next to her, Hisran let out a small grunt.

“You didn’t when you were younger…”

The Marquis, who seemed to be less talkative, murmured like a passing word. Then, Hisran was furious and responded.

“Father is being a big mouth today.”

“Me?”

The Marquis asked back as if what he said was absurd. However, Jaeha could guess the truth by seeing his gently swaying eyes and the Marchioness’ reaction.

‘No way… He looks just like Hisran and is blunt. It doesn’t make sense.’

Still, she was almost deceived by the Marquis’ natural and reticent acting of being silent. His cleverness was similar to Hisran.

“You are the one who speaks and acts differently.”

“What is the difference between my words and actions?”

“What’s the point of pretending to be kind in this world? You can’t be with anyone but yourself…”

At some point, the Marquis’ voice disappeared into the silence. It was because Hisran, who had a stiff expression, quickly performed a silence magic. Nonetheless, Jaeha was not a blind person and was able to infer the story the Marquis hadn’t told.

‘…Yes? This man?’

What kind of barrier was he trying to build around her without her knowing? Jaeha’s slightly bitter eyes turned to Hisran.

“Hisran.”

“Yes?”

“Release the magic. What are you doing in front of adults? Even with your parents, you have to be polite.”

Even though she was smiling brightly because she was in front of the Marquis couple, it was clear what Jaeha was saying with burning eyes.

‘If you don’t dispel the spell quickly, you’ll become X later.’

However, Hisran could not listen to it as easily as this. He looked stiff, and his eyes were rolling.

‘If he spits out words that would be a weakness…’

Conceivably, aware of his own anguish, not Hiran’s, Marquis Ephesion removed the silence magic by himself. While he was not as good as Hisran, he was also a wizard with excellent skills. Of course, it was also possible because Hisran did not use all his power to cast the spell.

“Did I say something I shouldn’t say?”

“Ah, really!”

“You should know that Jaeha also needs to know. The fact that there is such an insidious corner of the person she is dating. This is a scam love story…! I never raised my son like that!”