49 Now You Can Kiss Your Bride!
Well, three days ago, during the interview, Leon slaying that old dragon was a pretty good choice, huh?
Roswiser stood on the podium, looking down at the hundreds of onlooking dragons. Everyone had expectant faces, eager to see how the husband of the happiest family of the year would kiss his wife.
Under everyone’s watchful gaze, Roswiser found there was no escape.
“Uh-oh.”
Caught between a rock and a hard place, Leon pretended to sigh with helplessness.
Roswiser narrowed her eyes at him; this guy was definitely pushing his luck.
“Everyone might not know this, but my wife and I are very reserved and introverted people in our daily lives, even in front of our own kin. However, today, to honor the privilege the Academy has bestowed upon our family, I’m going to make a bold and rebellious decision—”
Leon turned to face Roswiser, who looked as if she might turn to stone at any moment, and extended his arm toward her.
“That is, in front of all you dragon folks, I’m going to kiss my wife.”
As those words left his mouth, the hall erupted with cheers and whistles.
Whether they were nobility or peasants, dragons or humans, everyone shared the same interest in a good show.
All faces were lit up with excitement, and even Noia couldn’t help but turn around to see how her usually reserved mom would respond to this public display of affection.
“Come on, my dear wife, we are the happiest and most harmonious family, aren’t we? Let’s prove it to everyone.”
Leon gestured invitingly.
Roswiser instinctively took a half-step back, subtly shook her head, and whispered in a voice only they could hear, “You can’t be serious about kissing me in front of hundreds of dragons, right?”
Looking back, although she and Leon had been intimate and held hands, they had yet to actually kiss each other—
Aside from that one fateful day two years ago.
And now, not only were they about to kiss, but they had to do it in front of hundreds of dragons!
This, this, this—
How embarrassing!
As Leon closed in, Roswiser’s cheeks flushed even more.
She could have firmly rejected him right then and there, citing “the kids are watching, it’s not appropriate” as a convenient excuse to spare them both the awkwardness.
But…
Even as Leon gently wrapped his arm around her, she still didn’t make a clear refusal.
Could it be she was actually looking forward to it too…?
Looking forward to that kiss…
In the next moment, a shadow eclipsed her vision, and then—
Smooch—
Her left cheek felt a warm touch, but only for a brief moment.
Though Roswiser was startled, she could clearly feel her heart racing at an unprecedented speed during that fleeting instant.
The shadow in front of her withdrew, and the lights in the hall shone brightly on her face once more.
Leon took her icy little hand and smiled at the audience of curious dragons below, saying, “That’s all, folks.”
Anything more would get you all roasted~
“Yay! Daddy kissed Mommy~!” Moon clapped her hands in cheer.
Meanwhile, some other single-parent dragon families, watching this display of “loving happiness,” couldn’t help but feel a twinge of emotion.
But it seemed that the pride and stubbornness of dragons were a universal trait.
“W-what if I don’t have a husband, huh? Not jealous at all!”
“Yeah, yeah! Not jealous, not jealous at all!”
Though they protested vocally, those little “single-parent” dragons found their little hands tightly clenched.
So that’s why adults tell kids not to interrupt—so they can save face, huh…
Taking advantage of the commotion, Leon smiled and spoke softly, “Ah, that felt nice, what a stress reliever. Thanks, Roswiser.”
Stress Champion ×
Stress Reliever √
If it weren’t for all the people around, Roswiser truly wanted to deal with this guy right then and there, ahhh!!
The Vice Principal, seeing the proceedings wrapping up, stepped forward to conclude the event.
“A huge thank you to this year’s model family for bringing us joy and laughter. Everyone, please feel free to take a break.”
Leon nodded, leading the still-dazed Roswiser off the podium, with Noia following closely behind.
The enrollment ceremony continued smoothly.
About an hour later, it wrapped up.
Noia was about to start her journey at the Academy.
The family of four said their farewells at the academy gates.
Moon chatted endlessly with her sister, but the main theme was straightforward:
Don’t ever forget about Moon.
Of course, Noia would cater to all her sister’s needs.
Next up was Roswiser.
She wasn’t very good at expressing herself and simply patted Noia’s head, saying, “Take care of yourself, Noia.”
“Okay, I will, Mom.”
After that, Roswiser reluctantly pinched her face before turning to step aside.
But she was turned away from them.
Finally, there was Leon. He knelt down in front of Noia, bringing himself to her eye level.
“I may have a lot to say, are you ready to listen?”
Noia, with a serious but expressionless face, nodded, “I’m ready.”
“Remember to regularly drop off your dirty clothes to the ladies in the Service Department; they’ll help you wash them.”
“Eat breakfast on time; it’s fine to wake up a bit earlier, or you might find yourself hungry during morning classes.”
“Don’t be picky; it’s a growth period for you, and various nutrients are crucial.”
“If you encounter any classmates with bad personalities, try to avoid them as much as possible.”
“And about studying—if you come across a teacher you don’t like or a teaching style that doesn’t sit well with you, try to listen patiently; if you don’t understand, you can always ask me during the holidays.”
“Most importantly, if you ever fall ill, go see the school doctor immediately; don’t be a hero.”
He truly had a lot to say.
But Noia listened attentively, taking notes in her mind.
Only she couldn’t help but sneak a glance at Roswiser’s back.
Compared to Leon, didn’t Mom’s advice feel a bit… too minimal?
Leon caught Noia’s little gesture and chuckled as he reached out to pat her head.
“All of this was told to me by your mom after a few too many drinks the other day. She’s embarrassed to say it herself, so I’m just filling in for her. Noia, try to understand your mom; she really struggles to express her feelings.”
As Leon spoke, Noia’s usually indifferent face showed a rare moment of softness.
She bit her lower lip and replied with a firm, “Hmm.”
“Alright, as for what I, your old dad, want to say, well… it’s much simpler. Just be happy and stress-free. Of course—”
Leon looked left and right, then leaned closer to Noia, whispering.
“If anyone dares to bully you, don’t worry about talking to your parents or getting points deducted. Just hit them back; I’ve got your back.”
Noia stifled a smile, asking, “Is that how you handled things in school?”
“Yup, but every time I finished a match at school, my master—your grandpa—would take me home for a round two.”
Leon laughed, saying, “But don’t worry, with you, there’s only a first half, no round two.”
Noia nodded, “I got it. I’ll take good care of myself.”
“Great, good luck. We’re leaving now; I’ll pick you up next weekend.”
“Okay.”
Leon stood up and waved at Noia.
“Goodbye, Sister! Don’t forget about Moon!”
“Hmm, I’ll miss you. Be good at home, don’t cause trouble.”
“I know, Sister~”
As soon as the words left her lips, the Silver Dragon spread its wings, and Leon climbed onto its back with Moon.
Before takeoff, Roswiser looked back one last time at Noia.
Noia waved her little arm vigorously, “Be careful on the way, Mom.”
The giant dragon nodded slightly, then flapped its wings and soared into the sky.
XX
A few days after the enrollment ceremony, one night, Roswiser was hunched over her desk, studying a book titled “The Complete Guide to bl**d Magic.”
“bl**d Temptation… a charm spell that can only be used once in a lifetime; after use, the caster will fall into extreme exhaustion…”
Roswiser’s thoughts stirred as she murmured, “So it turns out Leon was unconscious for two years, not just from severe injuries. The bl**d Temptation’s use can also lead to excessive strain on his body.”
Just as Roswiser was about to recall that fateful night, she heard a faint sound coming from the balcony.
She set the book down and stood up to check it out.
It was her trusted maid, Sherry.
“Welcome back, Sherry,” Roswiser said.
“Yes, Your Majesty.”
“Have you gathered information about Taige Lawrence and his wife?”
Leon had previously asked Roswiser to check on his master, whose name was Taige Lawrence.
Sherry knelt at the balcony door, respectfully saying, “I’m sorry, Your Majesty. I wasn’t able to find any news related to Taige… or rather, I couldn’t find any record of such a person existing.”
Roswiser frowned, “He’s just a farmer, has some hunting skills, and is considered an average person in the Empire. How could he… not exist?”
It would be understandable if they couldn’t dig up anything on royal nobles;
But according to Leon, his master was just an ordinary old man, which is why Roswiser felt safe sending her kin to investigate.
So how on earth could they find… nothing?
“I’m really sorry, Your Majesty; I didn’t uncover any information about this person.”
Roswiser furrowed her brows more deeply, thinking for a moment before responding, “Alright, it’s fine. No need to blame yourself.”
“Thank you, Your Majesty. Should I continue the investigation?”
“As long as you can ensure your own safety, please keep looking. Notify me immediately if you find any information.”
“Understood, Your Majesty.”
Upon concluding the discussion, Sherry quickly vanished into the night.
XX
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