Regressor of the Fallen Family novel Chapter 6

Chapter 6

Episode 6

Ah

Hmm

Oh dear

As the number of people nodding their heads increased while alternating glances between Logan and Riina,

Damn it

Logan struggled to suppress the curse that reached his throat and tried his best to manage his expression.

The young Riina had indeed been a lively and cute child.

The two had been close friends and spent a lot of time together during a certain period.

But had time changed her?

Do you really think you suit me? Know your place and get lost. Why carry a sword when you even lose to children

During his previous life around this time.

Her whisper that had pushed him to the edge and exploded with emotion.

The memory of that day, still vivid in his mind, was just nonsense.

Yet he had to restrain himself for now. It wasnt the time to stand out.

As he nodded with a hardened expression, the atmosphere in the great hall shifted in an odd direction.

But as a body bound to the family, not following that command was not an option, so I thought the best I could do was to meet Baron Padrick and Young Master Logan personally to apologize.

The tears on the lovely ladys face were indeed a powerful weapon that could shake any mans heart, regardless of his age.

Oh dear

The grace of the young lady

Such rumors might have become understated

Excluding the servants, only two in the grand hall remained unmoved by that face.

So, Miss Riina, whats the reason for the Wolves persistence? Id like to hear the unavoidable reasons.

At the words of one of the two, Riina paused momentarily.

Well done!

He never thought hed cheer for his stepmother.

Logan forcibly controlled the spasms in his eyebrows as his stepmother, Merian, intervened.

I apologize. Its a story I am not privy to. I have no words to give.

You claim to have no idea despite it being your own marriage prospect?

I am a woman. A body to be married off and become part of another family. My father does not discuss important family matters with me.

Then are we to take it that youve come to inform us of the annulled engagement without any reason?

As the verbal battle between the two ladies ensued, Padricks face grew taut with sternness once again.

Instead, we intend to clearly identify that the cause of this annulment lies with Riina Wolves and our family, and we will apologize and compensate for it.

Riinas plaintive voice continued.

However.

Compensate Are you saying youll end the harmed honor of the Maclaine with just a word of apology?

A chill-inducing icy tone. Padricks expression became unshakable as well.

Riina bit her lip hard, hesitated for a while, and then struggled to speak again.

The Wolves family is willing to pay three million gold in compensation for this annulment.

Yes!

Logans eyes sparkled at the words he had been waiting to hear, and everyone in the great hall turned their gaze back to the upper seats.

Objectively, Riinas hesitation was understandable, but in reality, it was no different than saying take the money and leave us.

Furthermore, the person hearing those words was none other than Padrick Maclaine, the head of the Maclaine family; the aftermath was predictably severe.

How dare you!!

His voice boomed like an erupting volcano.

Gah!

Some of the lower-powered retainers staggered, and even those who were somewhat trained paled in the face of the murderous aura that filled the hall.

Ugh!

Lady, get behind me!

As Riinas complexion also turned pale in an instant, her guardian knight, Rockfern, leaped forward and shielded her.

His simple movement cut through Padricks momentum and relieved Riina of suffocation.

Knight of the Wolves, Rockfern implores Baron Maclaine. Please calm down and let us continue our dialogue!

A voice as resonant as Padricks rang through the great hall, easing the dangerously tense atmosphere.

Padrick then paused his fury and glared at the knight.

A senior knight? At that young age? Quite impressive.

He looked to be in his thirties.

The knight named Rockfern, to everyones surprise, matched Padrick in ability.

Certainly a prodigy who would be expected to become a future Aura User.

But that doesnt mean he will really become one. Like me

Regardless of Padricks bitter reflection, a senior knight was indeed someone capable of single-handedly protecting Riina, the younger daughter of the Wolves family.

But this knowledge only fueled his killing intent.

The life of a promising Wolves. That would be a fair exchange for the tarnished honor of the Maclaines.

As Padricks killing intent focused on one point, Rockferns complexion turned deathly pale in an instant.

On the surface, they were of the same rank, but Padrick had been a senior knight for over 20 years.

He had also never slacked in his training since, thus accumulating a different level of strength.

Rockfern was acutely aware of this more than anyone.

I trust you will not do so.

Regretful. If you even guess a little of my mood now, you would know that your hope is vain.

Our family head asserted with certainty that your lordship knows what honor is, and not to oppress a young lady or a junior. I trust in these words.

As Rockfern referenced the Earl of Wolves and spoke of honor, Padricks gaze wavered.

It is not our intention to buy honor with money. Instead, we want to show our sincerity to preserve the friendship between both families in light of the unavoidable circumstances.

Riinas words added on, and Padrick gritted his teeth.

Cairon Wolves

Pressuring the other party any further would only label him as one who knows not honor.

Even though it was the other side that first insulted him and his family, the target was merely a knight over thirty and a girl not yet an adult.

Is this what they aim for, sending only them?

Padrick swallowed his anger quietly as he thought of his old friend and fellow student with silver hair.

The suffocating tension that had dominated the hall began to dissipate as if it were all a lie.

Such a daring child has grown into a confident young lady. Accompanied by a sturdy shield.

Observing Riinas complexion returned to normal, Padrick declared with a stern face.

Although the reason for the visit is not beautiful, a guest is still a guest. The Maclaine does not oppress visitors.

Riina and Rockfern breathed a sigh of relief at that when.

However, we will not accept the unilateral proposal of the Wolves.

Padricks resolute declaration once again hardened their expressions.

The Maclaine family has only one request as compensation for the broken engagement.

Riina and Rockfern waited anxiously for Padricks words with tense expressions.

Envoy Riina Wolves, apologize politely to my son, the party concerned. We will decline any other compensation.