Chapter 527
Chapter 527
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Translator: uly
Chapter: 527
Chapter Title: Reborn as the Plum Blossom Sword Master in the Count Family
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Kyle Prukus had returned to his family.
The Prukus family accepted his homecoming with quiet indifference. They didn't hold a banquet. After all, Kyle hadn't officially left the family—he'd run away. It wasn't something that brought honor to the house.
News of his return spread like wildfire across the entire kingdom.
Nobles who enjoyed social circles couldn't help but gossip about the Prukus family's second son whenever they met.
The noble ladies were especially fervent. They gathered in groups of twos and threes, sipping premium coffee from the Koria Merchant Company as they chattered away.
"Viscountess, have you heard? The Prukus family's second son has returned from his adventures."
"Yes, Baroness. My maids told me. His name is Kyle, right? They say he's got a great personality and is handsome to boot. Even my daughter wants to meet him."
"Oh my. My daughter feels the same way... The second son of the Prukus family is all the rage these days."
"It couldn't be helped. He adventured across the continent, honed his exceptional skills, and came back home... Doesn't he sound just like a hero from a tale?"
"They say Kyle's current level is peak Aura Expert?"
"Yes. Word is he demonstrated his power in front of the Prukus knights. He might even become an Aura Master before thirty... The commoners are thrilled, praising him as a hero—from kids to the elderly. Everywhere you go in the city these days, it's all about Kyle."
"His exploits make him a hero. I got curious and looked into it a bit, and his record is impressive. They say he conquered a dungeon in the Bolena Mountains with other adventurers. He even slew a massive monster with two heads."
"Kyle's already a hero. He'll go down in history. The Prukus family is going to become terrifyingly powerful."
"Sigh. What should I do with my daughter? I get wanting to be a hero's wife, but... in hero stories, the hero's wife doesn't always end up happy."
"Just tell the young lady about the Prukus family's current situation, and she'll calm down. On the surface, they seem to be on a smooth path, but dig deeper, and it's precarious. No successor has been named yet."
"Who will be the successor? Like other families, the eldest son, Lord Jent?"
"Who knows. If Count Prukus intended to pass the title to his eldest, he'd have announced it by now. Lord Jent has the talent to lead the family well..."
"What about the youngest? In two or three years, the owner of the Koria Merchant Company—which will be the kingdom's top guild—will be the Prukus family's third son. If he becomes the successor, the Prukus family will be the wealthiest house around."
"Power, military might, wealth. The Prukus family has it all. I'm jealous."
"Maybe if those three forces unite. But from what I see, it's unlikely. I hear the relationship between Lord Jent and Lord Eugene is as tense as thin ice."
"Whichever way it goes, I hope it resolves quickly."
"Yes. The continent's situation is growing unstable. We need the Prukus family strong for our own safety..."
'No matter where I go, it's all talk about Kyle.'
Crackle.
I sparked a small bolt of lightning to burn the report in my hand. The social circles of the Raphael Kingdom are firmly in my grasp. My informants—planted in advance—scrupulously gather intel and deliver it to me.
'Those informants are noble ladies bound by debt.'
Several nobles borrowed money from me under the guise of business ventures. None succeeded, leaving them drowning in massive debts. And now, I hold their leashes.
'Who would've thought Kyle would reach the peak level.'
A week ago, I visited the main house and met Kyle.
He'd grown far beyond the original story. Even though I'd snatched several of his opportunities, he'd advanced even further.
'The tougher the situation compared to the original—thanks to me—the more he grows. Is this the protagonist buff?'
Kyle had meticulously hidden his power until returning home. But the moment he did, he revealed it. His intent was obvious.
'Kyle's gunning for the successor position.'
This differed from the original. In the story, Kyle didn't make his move until later.
'Because of my interference? Or did someone tip him off?'
No answers came from pondering. I picked up the bell on the table and rang it.
Ding-a-ling.
Just as the clear chime faded, the door opened, and Yuria entered.
"You called, Master?"
"What did your investigation turn up?"
No matter how much of a wildcard I was, this seemed excessive, so I'd ordered Yuria to probe Kyle more thoroughly.
We were already monitoring him discreetly, but there might be gaps.
"Two months ago, there was a four-hour blank in our surveillance."
"A blank?"
"It looks like someone evaded our watchers and made contact. We replayed the recording from the bugs we planted, but it was just noise. Likely a spell distorting sounds in the area."
"...A four-hour secret meeting. Who was it?"
"Unknown. The other party is highly skilled. But not from an information guild."
"Yuria. Give me your rough guess."
"...It's not certain. Just suspicion, no proof. I'm worried it'll clutter your mind unnecessarily."
"It's fine. Tell me. I have no clue."
"One of Princess Ailin's close aides, perhaps."
An utterly unexpected name.
But it made sense. In the original, one of the five heroines linked to the protagonist was Princess Ailin.
"Why? You wouldn't point to her without reason."
"Princess Ailin suspects us of being behind the Helbritt Duke's trading company's downfall. The Koria Merchant Company gained the most from it. And you're behind Koria."
Last time I saw her, Princess Ailin had glared at me. I'd thought it was because of my ties to the prince, but there was more.
"Princess Ailin is aiming for the throne. From her view, you're a thorn, and she needs to halt the Prukus family's growth."
"By using Kyle?"
"Yes. If she investigated Lord Kyle, she'd see him as easy to manipulate."
"Kyle isn't after power."
"...Master, this is just my speculation without evidence."
"I know."
I was convinced Princess Ailin was backing Kyle. Yuria called it a guess, but it fit perfectly—evidence aside. And as always, Yuria's hunches would prove right.
'Princess Ailin. You still can't stop me.'
I beckoned Yuria. She approached, loosening her clothes. A seductive smile played on her face, radiant as sunlight.
It was broad daylight with the sun high, but when had that ever stopped me?
"Ahhn."
Soon, my room filled with the sticky breaths of man and woman.
Five days later, Count Prukus returned to the main house. That was why I'd stayed.
To see Kyle with my own eyes after hearing the rumors. And he ordered a banquet. Officially for successfully defending against the monster wave, but everyone knew that was a pretext.
'Holding a banquet, no less. It doesn't seem like Jent made a move since it'd hurt him... Must be because of Kyle's peak level.'
In the original, the count's return was planned, but the banquet was a surprise.
Invitations went out to all nobles via magic—spread instantly. They even opened a warp gate specially for the event.
I was caught off guard when I heard.
'What's going on? Things are escalating.'
What was Count Prukus planning at this banquet?
I couldn't figure it out.
So, I decided to ask someone in the know.
"Mother. You really have no idea what Father intends?"
Slap.
I was on the bed of Countess Prukus—Elaine—spanking her moon-like ass as I thrust my hips.
Squelch, squelch. My cock slid in and out of her pussy.
Her pink folds had turned white. Frothy from my previous creampie mixed with her juices. Who'd believe this vulgar pussy belonged to the noble Countess Prukus?
"Ahhk! H-how could I know his thoughts? Ahnng!"
With each thrust, her auburn hair swayed atop her sleek back. Maybe from childbirth, her ass was firm yet soft.
"'His thoughts'? I don't like that. You're my woman, Mother."
"What should I call him then...?"
"Just call him 'that bastard'."
"Eugene. He's your father."
"It's just us here. Do you love me more, Mother? Or Father?"
I placed a hand on her belly, pulling her upper body up. I fondled her sweat-slick, ample breasts. Her hardened nipples and bumpy areolas pressed against my fingers.
I licked her neck and cheek.
"Eut... How many times must I say it? I love you more, Eugene. Haaang."
"On this bed, call Father 'that bastard'. Got it?"
"Yes... Hnng...!"
I kissed her. Her pussy clenched tight. I creampied her again.
"Mmph...! Hnngh!"
Watching her trembling eyelashes, I pulled out. Semen gushed from her pussy.
"Haa... Haaa..."
I gently stroked Elaine's pussy as she savored the afterglow.
"Ah, ahh... Aah..."
Elaine whimpered in ecstasy. I lay beside her on the bed, waiting for her to calm before asking.
"You truly don't know Father's intentions?"
"No idea. He... no, that bastard tells me nothing. His last message was just to prepare the banquet."
"Seriously? Are you really married? Father doesn't trust you at all."
"...It's because I'm lacking."
"You're lacking? No way! You're holding this family together, not Father! Without you, we'd have fallen already! Because of that battle-obsessed fool!"
"Eugene..."
Tears welled in Elaine's eyes. Even a seemingly iron-willed woman had worries, and hers revolved around Count Prukus. But ever since we started sleeping together, those worries became irrelevant.
'Soon, I can erase her feelings for Count Prukus completely.'
She was already my woman anyway.
I climbed atop her. Spreading her legs, I rubbed my cock against her pussy. Her unusually stiff auburn pubic hair tickled.
"Haa... Teasing me again?"
"I love watching you squirm, Mother."
I gripped her slender waist, grinding. My fingers slipped in her slickness. Elaine began twisting slightly, arousal building.
A bit more time passed, and she grabbed her hair with one hand, panting.
"Enough... Start already. Please..."
"Mother. One important question."
"...Important? Does it have to be now?"
"It just came to mind."
"...!!"
Plunge.
My cock buried to the hilt inside Elaine.
"Mother. Who do you support?"
"Support...? What do you...?"
"Don't play dumb. With Kyle back, it's time to decide. Jent? Kyle? Or me? Who?"
Still connected, I didn't move, staring straight at her. Asking this on the bed was blatant coercion to choose me. She knew it too.
"...I..."
Her distress was palpable even to me.