Chapter 344 - I Want Your Son

While Cecil was still talking with the Goldenia's, Kaiser had finalized the punishment for the branch families. For those that he knew were loyal, they would remain in the city, while the ones that were indirectly involved would be moved out of the No-Man's Lands and into Central Light City or West Wind City.

Kaiser still had to go interrogate elder Kuran to get the names of the other family members who were directly involved. These family members would be punished to work in the mines for a few years before being exiled out of the kingdom.

This was the smallest mercy that Kaiser could give to them because if it was Cecil who was punishing them, he'd just kill them right after they've served their punishment in the mines. Of course, what Kaiser didn't know was that Cecil had already informed his butler, Quinn, to quickly do away with Kuran's family after they've served their time and were exiled out of the kingdom.

After all, what happens outside of the kingdom was no longer the Silvaria family's problem. The only exception was Kuran, Cecil wanted him dead no matter what since the old man wanted to kill his wife and child.

He didn't need to be punished. The afterlife was the perfect place for him because Cecil didn't want to give him time to try and even scheme against the main family. Anything could happen if he was still alive for the few years he would be punished to work in the mines.

Kaiser dismissed the branch family members and had the guards escort them out of the estate back to their residence complex in the city. As for the situation in the city, the duke families were already taking care of the situation.

Now it was time for Kaiser to address the Goldenia family. Cecil had already wrapped up his conversation with the Goldenia's before walking back to his wives. It was then that Cecil finally remembered that the Goldenia family was actually their family's long-time enemies.

"Honestly, Cel, I can't believe you forgot about that..." Lucia said.

"I'm not really one to care about past conflicts. Once it's over, it's over, move on. I don't have time to dwell on things like that and that's why I find nipping the problem in the bud being the most efficient and quickest solution!"

"Nip the problem as in kill the people who caused the problem, right?"

"...maybe."

"Best solution, but it causes people to fear you, not respect you~"

"Darling, you have to pay attention to your image, okay?"

"Yes, yes..."

Angelia was fidgeting in her seat and couldn't help but burst out in question, "So big bro, who was the girl that old guy was introducing to you earlier?"

"Eh?"

"Yeah, who is she, Cel?"

"Yeah, darling, who is she?"

"Uhhh... I don't really remember, but the old man said that I apparently rescued her before when we were back on Earth," Cecil replied.

"Oh, you rescued her before? I bet she's SO elated to see you again, Cel!" Lucia derisively said.

"Uhh, I don't even remember her. Same goes for her as well."

"Really?"

"Yeah, totally, so there's no need for you to get jealous, Lulu."

"What? Who's jealous?!"

"Uhm...you?" Cecil pointed at the girl.

"Hmph, no I'm not! You better be content with just the two of us! I let Seri into our relationship because I was still naive back then, but don't think I'll tolerate you getting any more women!"

"D-Don't worry Lulu, we were just being introduced. Also, the girl looked like she was very reluctant to meet me and I clearly have no notions of getting anyone else. Just you two alone are enough for me," Cecil reassured. He wrapped his arms around both Lucia and Serilla.

Angelia who was sitting next to them saw this and couldn't help but gag at her brother's cheesy act.

Serilla was a little startled but at the same time happy when Cecil hugged her. There were many people around so she couldn't help feel a little bit shy. She was still delighted and immediately quipped up, "Hihi, so it looks like I was lucky that Lulu was still naive back then! Also, darling, we're in public..."

"So?"

"Hmmm~"

"I can tolerate you Seri because we've been together for so long and now we're practically like sisters, but if another cat tries to walk into our house... don't think I'll just sit around and do nothing!" Lucia warned.

Serilla immediately clapped her hands and chimed in, "I'm right behind you, Lulu! If we have more people around then that means there will be less time for Cecil to spend with us!"

Cecil couldn't agree more with them. He already had a hard time handling those two so he really didn't want to welcome any other woman into his life. Lucia and Serilla were enough for him. He released a relieved breath knowing that his two wives were with him on this.

Some of Cecil's cousins still weren't used to seeing this young patriarch of theirs publicly showing his affection to his wives so they felt a bit awkward. The males however felt envious of him since he had two beautiful flowers in both of his arms AND he wasn't afraid to show it.

"If this was still on Earth, this would be a big scandal... I couldn't imagine what the people would say if they saw on the news that the next Silvaria Patriarch had two wives..."

"Scandal or not, I'm envious! Just look at those two! They're beautiful and from the looks of things, they don't even try to vie for Cecil's affection or one up each other!"

"Cecil brought them back from the outside world right? I wonder if all the women of this world are tolerant to these kinds of marriage situations..."

"Don't dream on it. For all we know, they're just like us! Haven't you seen Fatima's fiancé, Rowan? He's a bonafide crown prince but look, he doesn't have eyes for any woman other than Sister Fatima!"

"That's true... Well, all we can say is that our cousin over there is lucky!"

"Really lucky!"

Cecil couldn't help but overhear what they were saying and sheepishly pulled back both his arms. The Goldenia's who were walking towards the front of the hall had passed by just now and overheard everything.

They immediately turned an incredulous eye at Cecil and the two beautiful women that were next to him.

"Oh my, so he has a harem~" Emilie snickered. "Good for us don't you think, Katya. Maybe we both can join it!"

Katya quietly chided her sister, "S-shut up, Emi. Can't you see that we're about to face the Silvaria family's patriarch?"

"Hmph... can you be a bit more ambitious lil sis!"

"Tsk, unlike you who can't even find a man, I already found one!"

"Hah, it just goes to show how bad your taste in men is! The man you like is a f.u.c.k.i.n.g traitor! If it weren't for him, we would be standing here begging for the Silvaria's help? You also wouldn't have to be here to offer yourself up like a lamb!"

"..."

"Tch, too late for regrets, now that you're here, just accept your fate! At least you'll be a little bit useful to the family!"

"You two, enough, be more respectful and aware of your surroundings. Can't you see the Silvaria Patriarch and Matriarch scrutinizing us?" An elder reprimanded.

Sitting on the grand hall's main seat, Kaiser eyed the Goldenia family's group of people before slowly asking, "Now, Augustus, what do you want? You helped Luca out so we're here to settle the debts. I don't like owing any favors, especially not towards your family!"

"Relax Kaiser. We're not going to ask anything too extravagant. I mean, we came here to talk about forming an alliance with your family and to ask for your help."

"..."

"I'm sure you know about my city's situation, right?"

"Hmph, you're just unfortunate enough to meet the wrong people!" Kaiser sneered.

"Well, we don't have your family's luck. I mean, your daughter is lucky enough to marry into royalty!" Augustus said as he turned an eye towards Fatima and Rowan.

Rowan frowned when he heard Augustus' words. In his eyes, Fatima was already royalty. She was part of the Silvaria Royal Family. She wasn't marrying into royalty or anything.

"Calm down, Rowan. He's only saying that to agitate father. Don't you get agitated on our behalf," Fatima whispered.

"Tch, I don't like this man. He's here for an alliance but he's being so provocative..."

"He just doesn't want to lose to father in standing. Unlike their family, our family has been genuinely recognized as a royal family by foreign powers."

"...Yes, the Regulus, Merkruz, and Revertia nations all recognize the Silvaria nation as a royal Kingdom."

"Mmhmm, but the Goldenia's don't have this privilege. Even now, the expansion of their territory is only limited to a single city. No one dares to go out further into the wilderness because of the monsters lurching about... unlike us who have already expanded outside of the valley and already have 2 cities built."

"Make that 4... We took 2 from Merkruz, remember?" Rowan replied with a little smugness tinged in his voice.

"..."

"Anyway, Kaiser, we're just requesting for your help! I mean, with the recent attack by the same people who are targeting my family, can't you see the threat that they pose to us Earthlings? I've already negotiated with the other Earthling factions and they've all agreed to assist us!"

"...Hmph, and what damage have they done to us? If it weren't for Kuran and his men colluding with them, those invaders wouldn't have been able to make it into my kingdom!"

"Tsk, don't be so boneheaded! After they finish dealing with us, they'll come for you! Those Faustus bastards want nothing more than to take over our lands and establish their empire or something!"

"I get your point, Augustus, but is this really all you want in return for helping my son?"

"I'm only negotiating with you on this. The debt for helping your son out will be paid in a... different way," Augustus replied.

"Hmph, we have a score to settle with those enemies you're prattling on about. However, don't expect us to come to your help! We'll fight with them on our own terms!"

"...at least that's better than watching us fall. I'll give you weekly updates on the Faustus Archduchy's latest situation."

"Whatever, now get on with it, what do you want in return for helping my son?"

"...I want your son," Augustus simply replied.

"Huh...?"

Everyone couldn't help but look oddly at Augustus for a moment.

"...You want my son, Luca?" Kaiser asked skeptically.

"No, not him," Augustus said. He then spun around and pointed towards Cecil. "Who I want is, Cecil, the next patriarch."