NOVEL NEXT Chapter 13 - Egotistical Man
“The academic performance of the ducal heir’s education is unbelievably outstanding. Mr. Ford praised it, saying it’s hard to believe he’s from outside.”
“I’m honored by your praise.”
“Hahaha. What’s this? Your speech is becoming more like that of the ducal family. But, we’re family. No need for formal language.”
“Understood.”
“Hahaha. Still quite stiff, huh? You’ve also been struggling in the ducal family, haven’t you? Forgive your incompetent father. We haven’t had much contact these past few months. I’ve put you through a lot. It’ll continue to be tough, but endure it. Eventually, the ducal family will be yours. Endure until then.”
I simply prostrated myself before my selfish step-father, who endlessly spouted his selfish remarks.
This man is finished as a father.
I used to think he was a kind step-father, but he’s just a selfish jerk.
Sure, he used to be kind.
But that’s only because I was the son of the woman I loved.
Sigh.
I didn’t believe a single word my step-sister said last time.
I really have no judgment. I actually trusted such a man, even if only for a moment.
Once I was able to get up with a high fever, the “Ducal Heir Education” by the same private tutor as before began.
However, even calling it early childhood education would be an understatement—it was as basic as basic gets.
The male tutor wore an expression as though he’d been struck by a blow, utterly astonished.
Hah!
What a sight.
I haven’t forgotten what he did to me.
I’ll dismiss him promptly, so watch out!
“Miguel, keep up the good work like this. Bridget’s engagement seems to be in the works too.”
“Engagement!?”
“That’s right. Your step-sister will eventually become the most prestigious woman in this country.”
The crown prince!
I understood in an instant.
The man in front of me is once again trying to drag my step-sister into a harsh fate!
That man is no good.
But he’s the crown prince whom I’ve never met.
Right now, opposing him would just be seen as a child’s tantrum.
“Father.”
“Hm? What is it?”
“Has my step-sister’s engagement been decided?”
“Not yet. But it’s as good as done.”
“In that case, would it not be advisable to investigate the prospective partner more thoroughly?”
“Thoroughly?”
“Yes. Even the most noble individuals have their flaws. It may be beneficial for the ducal family to be aware of them.”
“Hahaha!! Indeed!! Just as Miguel says!”
Though my stepfather laughs cheerfully, unfortunately, the crown prince has not just two, but an abundance of flaws.
Well, I can’t mention that now, and the crown prince is still a child.
It would be quite troublesome if someone were to say there is plenty of room for improvement.
“It seems crucial to keep a close watch even after the engagement, in case we need to monitor for the possibility of breaking off the engagement when necessary.”
“Exactly!! To ensure Bridget is fully prepared to support the royal family after the marriage!”
As usual, he’s the type to ignore anything inconvenient for him.
It seems this man’s brain only recognizes what suits him.
That’s why, even knowing about my step-sister’s false accusations, he didn’t make efforts to protect both the royal family and her reputation.
While inwardly sighing at my stepfather’s gullibility to my advice, I maintain a smiling facade outwardly.
I’m quite the actor myself. Well, only my stepfather would be fooled by such a ham actor.
Sigh…
Once the engagement with the crown prince is finalized, there won’t be much I can do.
In that case, there’s only one thing I can do: rigorously implement a monitoring system to prepare for any slip-ups by the crown prince.
I don’t want to regret it like I did back then!
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