Failed To Abandon The Villain

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But I don’t plan to protect just the child, but you as well, young lady.”

“I assure you that it’s useless meddling.”

“I don’t think you have a place to go to.”

The cold voice touched a sore spot. The reason why she could not reply to this was because it was true.

“If I’m alone, then there’s no problem. I just need you to take care of the child.”

“Oh my, that’s a reckless and pointless action.”

“It’s not pointless…”

Valletta, who was trying to open her mouth with a frown, could not find the right words to say and bit her lip.

The man’s eyes curved while looking at her, as if he was trying to appease a child.

“Think about it once again.”

As if trying to pacify a child, he opened his mouth with a voice that was a bit more softer.

He absolutely can not ignore their age difference, he led the conversation treating her like a child.

Even though he appeared to be expressionless, he was excellent at convincing his opponents and stirring the talk in his favor.

“If you come under my protection, I will give you various benefits.”

“…”

Valletta couldn’t speak, and took a deep breath.

The advantages of being under his protection flashed through her clever mind. As well as the worst that he could demand.

‘My father looked at me like a product that he could sell.’

How did the owner of the golden goose that laid golden eggs, treated the goose? The answer was obvious. He would not treat it badly.

Just like how Count Delight gave Valletta honor and wealth. However, it was under the condition that she would not reject or rebel against him.

‘If it’s the Duke, he will not raise his hand and use violence, nor will he order me to kill animals.’

At best, he could use the child’s well-being to threaten her. Or something else to use as a shackle.

When Valletta did not answer for a long time, Carlon Dephine, who seemed worried, opened his mouth slightly again.

“If I become your guardian under the premise of protection, the Emperor would not be able to hastily put his hand on you. There will be no problem with activities outside the country if you’re under the protection of the Duke’s residence.”