The Villain’S Daughter-In-Law Is Inherently Powerful [EN]: Chapter 17

“If you were the Little Madam, where would you sell weapons in the future?”

Me? If it were me…….

The answer came easily.

“To those who defend and protect.”

Was that the right answer?

Rapiren had an ambiguous expression, but he didn’t refute my opinion. Rather-

“That’s right. Not to those who want to wage war, but to those who prepare for war. Not weapons for attack, but weapons for defense. That’s what Dribljane should be developing and selling now.”

“!”

Then I guessed right!

A little proud, I puffed out my chest.

“Also, these new-style guns will now be sold to nobles. The era of swords is over. Now, nobles all over the world will learn guns as a form of culture.”

That’s the future Dribljane is drawing.

‘It’s an inevitable change of era.’

It’s a natural shift from an era of using swords to an era of using guns.

‘Then I want to be good at shooting guns too.’

Swords are heavy and difficult to learn, but guns aren’t. I want to be able to protect myself from the many threats that may come in the future.

After a brief experience and Q&A about weapons, Rapiren, who had cleaned up the items, took out a book this time.

“Now, let’s start with the basics and unfold the family tree.”

Ah!

The appearance of an item that I desperately needed made me puff out air through my nose.

“First of all, the most important thing to know is that there are currently ten heirs to Dribljane.”

The current head of the family, Emmanuel, had three more siblings. They had children, and those children had children, creating the current ten.

“The heirs of Dribljane are evaluated every moment. Then, once in a while, the head of the family weeds out the weak. Or they give up on their own.”

“Uhm.”

“So, Little Madam, you don’t need to know the heirs individually right now. No, don’t even try to remember them.”

Rapiren covered the family tree with his hand, hiding it.

Well, I shouldn’t be friends with kids who will be kicked out of the heir position anyway.

“So, the heirs are housed separately in the Heir’s Quarters. Later, someone will meet the requirements for entering the Main Quarters……”

“Will……?”

“You only need to remember those who enter the Main Quarters.”

Ah. Even if there are many, I don’t have to remember them all!

I nodded, understanding the meaning clearly, even though I didn’t know what the conditions were.

‘So, that’s why only the three male protagonists were barely explained in the original.’

I could now understand my job more clearly.

“Only up to three people can enter the Main Quarters. You could say they are candidates for Little Madam’s husband.”

“Three out of ten……”

“Yes. Currently, Lord Gerd, who has a large political standing, is the most likely.”

I glared at the name.

Gerd’s name was right there in the part that Rapiren’s hand didn’t cover.

Rapiren, who was watching my expression, bent down and pointed to Gerd’s name.

“Do you want to eliminate him?”

“……Eliminate?”

“Yes. Then devise a scheme. Lord Gerd grew up as a prince and has a strong pride. He will hold a grudge and do something annoying soon.”

Rapiren sighed briefly and shook his head. He seemed tired just thinking about it.

“If possible, it’s better to kick him out before that happens. The forces supporting Lord Gerd within this mansion are quite strong.”

“……If I can’t kick him out……?”

“Well. Starting tomorrow, there might be poison in your meals.”

Eek! Can you say that so casually!

“But he won’t come out much until the fact that Kiraxus is absent is known.”

“But…… He said he went to the mountains…….”

“Yes. It will be quite difficult once that fact is known.”

Kiraxus said he would take my side. Whatever his reasons, that was the result.

But other people were sane, so they didn’t blindly accept me 100%.

‘In other words, Kiraxus isn’t here right now. I’m in a dangerous situation.’

How do I survive?

Should I go to Jeff and ask if the kitchen staff can bring the food directly because there might be poison in the meals? Or should I just go down and eat so it’s not a hassle?

“As the one in charge of Little Madam’s guidance, I will tell you how.”

Rapiren looked at me with eyes devoid of any emotion.

I am nothing to him right now. Nevertheless, the reason he is showing this kindness is…… Is it because of Kiraxus after all?

“First of all, one thing is to find a way for the head of the family to kick Gerd out without harming the family.”

“Uhm.”

That seems difficult.

I stroked my mink beard as if I were the world’s greatest schemer.

“The relationship between Lichenbaum and the Empire is strong. The Holy Empire also has allies, and they procure military supplies from their allies, so they cannot abandon this country.”

“Yes.”

“Therefore, the head of the family, who must consider the interests of the entire family, will not take away Lord Gerd’s heir status for anything less. His skills are also not bad, so he will probably enter the Main Quarters as he is.”

Even if I don’t have to choose, the problem was that I would have to see him until he became an adult once he entered the Main Quarters.

‘Absolutely not!’

I’d rather pick another kid and give him that Main Quarters ticket.

“Little Madam, you must know one thing for sure. People’s nature doesn’t change anyway.”

“So, if I don’t kick him out quickly…… Will I suffer?”

“Yes. Lord Gerd does not treat albinos as the same kind of beastkin. That is also related to the deep-rooted hatred of the Lichenbaum Kingdom.”

“…….”

“The successive kings of Lichenbaum have ruled the country with hatred and superiority. Albinos have been scapegoats every time.”

So don’t have the naive idea that you can change their perception.

Rapiren’s warning was like that.

Fortunately, I had no intention of rehabilitating trash.

“Then…… What other way is there?”

“You can gain the right to choose by making a great contribution.”

“The right to choose?”

“Yes. It can’t just be any contribution, it has to be a great achievement that anyone can’t help but acknowledge. Then the head of the family will give you the right.”

Ah, so that’s what he wanted to say.

“If you say the right to choose……”

“Ten is too many anyway. He will give Florin the right to weed out half of them.”

“!”

“Aren’t you tempted?”

Tempted! I want it so bad!

My eyes sparkled.

“Thank you for letting me know.”

“It’s nothing. I personally consider Little Madam’s ability similar to foresight to be special. I look forward to seeing more surprises.”

Rapiren’s attitude was polite but somewhat measuring me. But this statement clearly showed that he was giving me a high score.

After briefly considering how to respond to that, I decided to make an investment. Actually, it’s nothing much…… But it’s precious to me.

“Um, Rapi.”

“Yes, Little Madam.”

“Because I’m thankful…… I’ll give you candy.”

After searching the drawers, I took out a caramel that I had secretly put in the corner. It was a very, very delicious strawberry-flavored caramel.

‘I was worried it would be melted and sticky.’

It’s fine because it’s winter.

Hugging the caramel wrapped in thin paper, I ran out and handed it to Rapiren with both hands.

“I hid it vewy well. Sammy only eat it!”

“This is…… Isn’t it caramel? Your nanny is restricting sweets, so you must want to eat it.”

“I’m…… I’m fine.”

I hesitated for a moment, but it had already left my hands.

I bravely closed my eyes tightly and turned my head. I thought I would drool if I kept looking at it.

“……The value of a gift is relative. This caramel…… Must have been very big for Little Madam.”

“Uh-huh.”

“This Rapiren. I will gratefully accept Little Madam’s kindness.”

The strawberry caramel disappeared into his hand.

But after hesitating for a moment, he took a step closer to me.

“Do you have any more questions? I will dedicate more time to you.”

Oh, what’s going on!

I looked at Rapiren with a bright expression.

“I have a question.”

Hugging Pompom, I carefully typed in the question.

– There must have been people like Gerd before. But I think they would have rebelled a lot if they weren’t chosen as the head of the family…….

Did everyone really accept the mistress’s choice? The head of the family candidates are all alphas.

– What happens to the head of the family candidates who are not chosen?

Aren’t they starting a rebellion or something?