Chapter 63 Together With Him (1/2)

After everything was over, the banquet once again resumed its festivities. Because of Rhode's bold actions, those nobles who were previously doubtful of him gradually changed their attitudes. Since the relationship between the Munn Kingdom and the Country of Light was irreconcilable, and Rhode mocked the envoy to the extent of driving him away, the nobles slowly regarded Rhode as one of their own. After all, as the saying goes, the enemy of my enemy is my friend.

Having an acquaintance with Sereck and Marlene also reinforced Rhode's reputation. One of them was a famous swordmaster in Deep Stone City, and the other was the only heir of the Senia family as well as a genius mage. With them acknowledging Rhode, it implied that he had the qualifications to stand toe-to-toe with them.

From now on, the people who would make things difficult for him would decrease since no one was stupid enough to create trouble with the behemoths.

Thus, from time to time, nobles would offer a toast to Rhode and made small talk with him. He could also sense many furtive glances from the rich ladies who were hoping to spend a night with him. This act of self-indulgence wasn't uncommon within the nobility as lots of rich ladies loved to meet handsome men and enjoy a good time with them. It was similar to a man who likes to boast about a one-night stand with a beauty.

Unfortunately, before these ladies could approach Rhode for a chat, Marlene's cold eyes shot down their resolve even before it began.

”Shameless.”

Another girl in a beautiful dress blushed before turning away. Marlene snorted and lifted up a wine glass, sipping a mouthful of it. As a noble, Marlene knew what they were scheming.

”I say... Miss Marlene, are you asking me for a drink? Or to be my bodyguard?”

As Rhode was right beside Marlene, he could obviously see what she was doing. Frankly, he wasn't a stranger to these things. Before the transmigration, Rhode had a few girlfriends, but nothing memorable came out from his relationships. Rhode dumped some of them after realizing their true nature, and some felt pressure because Rhode was more beautiful than them and chose to leave.

Therefore Rhode was quite open-minded about these things. If the other was willing, he did not mind to enjoy the pleasure. Alas, at this moment, even though two beautiful women were sitting beside him... as they say, the fox preys farthest from home. Rhode did not have the faintest intention towards them. The benefit of a one-night stand was that there wasno-strings-attached after that.

”What? Are you interested in those kinds of women?”

Marlene said as she raised her chin and pointed to the side. The group of wealthy ladies immediately jumped in fright after noticing Marlene glaring at them. Then they quickly dispersed and disappeared.

”At least you should give me a choice to choose.”

”...Really shallow.”

Marlene stared at Rhode coldly, but he didn't seem to mind it at all.

”Marlene... it's not good to be like that. After all, this is Mr. Rhode's personal life...”

Sensing the atmosphere turning awkward, Lize, who sat opposite Rhode quickly tried to mediate the matter.

”What? Are you saying that I must let this man do as he pleases? Lize, you cannot be too tolerating, otherwise, after you're married, you'll be taken advantage of by the man!”

”Ge, get married?!”

Lize was shocked. She secretly glanced at Rhode beside her. Then, her face turned beet red because she choked on the wine that she was unknowingly drinking.

”Cough cough... isn't it a little too early to be speaking about these things? I...”

”What are you talking about? Last year, I was urged by my father about marriage. Hmph. Luckily there were no eligible men at that moment, otherwise...” Marlene then realized something and said, ”ah, but I think you don't care about these matters right now.”

Then she looked at Lize in envy and nodded.

”It seems like living here isn't too bad. At least everything can be decided on your own... unlike me.”

Marlene felt that she had said too much, so she shook her head and became quiet.

The atmosphere turned heavy, but just a moment later, Rhode broke the silence and said, ”Ah right, Marlene, I have something to tell you.”

”What's up? If it's about those shallow women from just now, I'm not going to hear it.”

”It's about our mission.”

Marlene immediately turned around and looked at Rhode.

”What is it?”

Unlike the other ladies, Rhode wasn't frightened when Marlene stared at him. Her eyes were sometimes very oppressive, full of confidence and pride. But it didn't affect him in the least.

”I think it's better for me to go alone.”

”Why?”

Marlene frowned slightly. Although her time with Rhode wasn't long, she knew that he would rarely change his mind. If she remembered it correctly, it was her first time hearing him take back his own words.