Chapter 139
Chapter 139
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Translator: Ebonarch
Chapter: 139
Chapter Title: A Witch's Imperial Dream
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I had my suspicions all along.
That the father by my side might actually be someone else.
The way he used to look at me, with eyes filled with pity and resentment,
but suddenly started showering me with affection and fondness—
how could I not think something was off?
Hee hee.
Still...
I kept quiet about it.
Because this new father was so much better.
Far better than the mother who cursed me, blaming me for losing her happiness,
or the father who spat hatred at me, saying I stole his other half.
Infinitely, infinitely better.
And for the first time, he made me feel loved.
So how could I not adore this changed father?
Hee hee.
But...
That's where the problem arose.
I... fell in love with Father.
As a man...
Scoffing at the world's gazes calling me a witch,
going to his friend on his knees for my sake,
standing alone against everyone's condemnation—
how could I not love him?
Even though he wasn't truly my father,
he cherished me more than my real father ever did,
loved me more than my real mother ever could—
how could I not love him?
Hee hee.
But fate is so cruel.
Just because unwanted blood mixes in this body,
I can't demand the love of the father I adore.
Truly,
a horrific fate, isn't it?
So...
I tried to change that fate.
To escape the agonizing curse on 'Cecilia Asil's' body,
I targeted Luina Ober's body.
With his body, I could achieve everything I dreamed of...
However...
Father surprisingly saw through it
and stopped me, proposing to me instead.
Telling me to ignore others' eyes and spend our lives together in love—
the confession I'd always dreamed of in my head.
How could he be so wonderful?
Hee hee... He's nothing short of a miracle in my life,
more dazzling than the light that saved me from sinking in the swamp.
Father...
I'm sorry, but for your sake, I'll have to refuse this proposal.
I can't tarnish such a wonderful father with my greed.
Hee hee.
But it's not like there's no way.
Even without fleeing to the countryside, we can stay in the capital,
exchange marriage vows amid everyone's blessings.
If Father becomes a being no one can criticize.
For example... Emperor.
Hee hee. Doesn't that suit Father perfectly?
But you know.
Father has changed a little.
Not that another person took over or anything...
But his mana flow feels subtly different from before.
Starting from that day he suddenly pulled me into a hug and kissed me,
I could definitely feel the change.
What happened?
I was always by Father's side...
How could he grow without me noticing?
And... can he keep growing like that?
If that's really the case...
Things would get so much easier.
Hmm, should I ask Father?
It's tricky.
-Slam!
"Miss Cecilia! You should've said something when you got back!"
"Oh my, Miss Melts. Slept well? You were sleeping so soundly, I just left you be."
"I waited up late for you. Yawn... Who would've thought you'd pull an all-nighter... Who did you meet?"
"Who else? Hee hee. I went to see my beloved father."
"I knew it..."
Come to think of it, I said I'd be back soon. Is that why she waited? Dark circles under her clear skin. A purification from Father would fix it quick, but I feel a little guilty.
But what's with that look? ...No way, jealousy?
Now that I think about it, unlike the other maids attending him, Miss Melts is especially close to Father. She keeps offering her body, so the suggestion works on her somewhat, but why does her affection for Father remain unchanged? I clearly suggested she give up on him.
A bit annoying.
"Hee hee hee! But Miss Cecilia, do you know?!"
"Know what?"
"Hee hee hee hee! I might just... become your new stepmother!"
".........Pardon?"
"Pay attention~! I might marry the teacher!"
What is Miss Melts saying? I don't understand at all.
Marry Father...? Has Miss Melts lost her mind? Did my repeated suggestions break her brain? There's no other explanation for such nonsense...
I hate her smug face. How can she say something so horrifying with such confidence? ...Does she need punishment? Maybe call Lein.
"Well... a few days ago, hee hee, the teacher creampied me, but unlike usual, he didn't use purification! Thanks to that, I felt his semen inside me all day!"
"...Is that so?"
"Yes! It wasn't my ovulation day, but... if it keeps happening... I might get pregnant with the teacher's child. Then we'd get married! He's not the type to shirk responsibility!"
This is... that.
He must've slipped up because I was sulking and he was distracted.
Otherwise, he wouldn't do such a thing.
It's obviously a mistake, but she's deluding herself like she's his wife already—when Father actually proposed to me.
Infuriating.
I kept her around as a cute, innocent concubine, but she's crossing lines bit by bit.
Should I dispose of her?
"Hee hee! If I become your stepmother, I'll doll you up as a mother should! Leaving such a beautiful face untouched is an insult to the teacher!"
"...Oh? Is it?"
"Of course! It's natural for a father to want to see his child looking pretty!"
Hmm, let's watch the situation a bit more.
Sudden disappearance of a roommate might raise suspicions.
"Then... could you teach me a little? I'm interested too."
"Oh my! Really? I'd love to! So, you see..."
And she seems useful for handling Father's lust too.
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"Sorry, hee hee... I got annoyed. A daughter sleeping with the teacher... so dirty. Disgusting—how could she? The teacher's so kind, cool, and incredibly attractive as a man... but he's her father! How can she feel romantic love for him?"
[That man felt the same. His love for his daughter was genuine.]
"That's because of the 'suggestion.' No one short of Lady Minerva could break Miss Cecilia's hold. He must've been manipulated like I was in the past."
[If that's true, she's terrifying. Controlling even family bonds. A true witch.]
"Right... witch... It suits Miss Cecilia perfectly."
Last night, I saw it... Miss Cecilia having sex with Teacher Asil! Shocking, right?! They're family! It should never happen.
But... I knew right away. Teacher's innocent. Yesterday was definitely Miss Cecilia's doing. She can control people!
Teacher must've fallen for her suggestion, mistaking it for true love. Even though he loves me... So heartbreaking.
So I need to grow stronger. Enough to save him.
With Spirit King Minerva's help, whom I accidentally contracted by breaking her seal, it's totally possible!
If I grow more, beyond hiding like yesterday, I could dispel Teacher's suggestion or confront Miss Cecilia! It's 2 against 1!
Miss Cecilia... Thanks for suggesting us together, but stealing him back now is wrong. You don't give and then take away!
I'll... definitely take Teacher back!
Just watch!