The Marriage Partner Is...?

No way, this couldn't be right!

Wasn't Sevis's wedding supposed to happen in Act Five?

How did it skip Act Four entirely?

Act Three hasn't even reached its mid stage yet!

Did that beautiful girl he flirted with that night go to find Sevis?

Ain could only think of this one possibility.

After all, this was the only thing he had done to alter the worldline.

“With whom? Who is he marrying?”

“Hmm... originally, it was supposed to be with a member of the royal family...”

“That Imeve is a royal princess?!”

Ain was shocked.

The woman he had flirted with that night while using Sevis's appearance was actually a member of the royal family?!

No wonder she was so gorgeous!

Turns out she was playing a game of incognito royalty!

Seeing that Ain was still completely in the dark, a faint smile appeared on Rosalind's face once more.

“Young Master Sevis said she is very grateful to you.”

“Oh! So that girl named Imeve really did go to find him?”

“Hehe~”

Rosalind only giggled softly, offering no answer.

Seeing this, Ain became even more satisfied with his previous plan.

“Well, I only did it for Boss's lifelong happiness! Although borrowing his identity to do such a thing was indeed a bit offensive, as long as Boss likes her, it's fine!”

Rosalind's smile deepened.

“She indeed likes it very much, you know?”

“Mm-hmm! As long as she likes it, that's all that matters!”

With Sevis's handsome face and his own superb flirting skills, winning over a royal princess was as easy as pie, wasn't it?

Exactly! Who wouldn't like a woman with such outstanding looks?

Hehehehe...

Originally, Sevis's downfall happened because he never found a lifelong partner, but now things were different...

He had thought he would have to wait until Act Five to help Sevis resolve this issue, but he hadn't expected it to happen so far ahead of schedule.

Wahahaha!

Ain was ecstatic.

It seemed that as long as he got through Act Three and Act Four, the rest of the main storyline would be a breeze!

He could leave everything to Boss, who now had no worries holding him back, while he himself could just sit back and enjoy the fruits of his labor!

The future was looking truly bright.

What a trash game, what a trash ending.

In the hands of a second playthrough player, wouldn't he still achieve a perfect ending for all to see?

“You seem very happy.”

“Of course! Boss's business is my business! If Boss is happy, I'm happy!”

“That girl you met that night—do you think she's beautiful?”

Ain instantly realized what she was doing.

This was a loyalty test.

Although he had used Sevis's appearance to win her favor, was Boss afraid that Ain might actually fall for his woman?

After a moment of contemplation, a firm light flashed in Ain's eyes.

“Although that girl is indeed ravishingly beautiful, enchanting, and even far better-looking than the academy's goddess, Erylin...”

“But!”

“Everything was done solely for Boss's happiness! I will absolutely never waver on this point, so I don't have the slightest bit of interest in that girl! None at all! I don't like her one bit!”

First, acknowledge her beauty to validate his boss's taste, and then swear his loyalty.

Ain was highly satisfied with his performance.

Is this how you test a loyal subordinate?

Having Lillian was enough for him.

“But she doesn't think so, you know?”

Ain asked in confusion, “What do you mean?”

“It's nothing~”

Just as Ain was about to press for answers, he suddenly recalled the second vision Lola had shown him.

Hiss... Wait, that wasn't right!

At that time, they were also on the street, and Imeve was standing right next to him.

Back then, did it look like he was still playing matchmaker for Sevis?

But they were already together now, weren't they?

So did this mean he had already successfully changed the future outcome?

Maybe he should try asking Lola in a few days?

After a while, Ain noticed that most of the negative debuffs on his status panel had dissipated, so he stopped letting Rosalind carry him on her back.

“Thank you for your hard work.”

“It is only my duty.”

“Ain!”

Just as the two of them approached the estate, a sweet female voice rang out from the corner of the street, accompanied by a rushing purple-haired girl.

Lillian immediately threw herself into Ain's arms.

“What did you do today?! Why did you suddenly want me to undergo witchification? Did you get into trouble? Are you hurt? Are you feeling unwell anywhere? Has some new enemy appeared?”

Lillian asked anxiously, her small face looking as if she were on the verge of tears.

The young girl knew that if he wanted her to undergo witchification, he must have run into trouble.

And it had to be a Tier 5 or higher threat!

Otherwise, with Mordred in hand, why would Ain fear any enemy below Tier 4?

During the time she had been waiting at the estate, she had been utterly restless.

Ain, of course, understood this.

“Wait! Who is she?!”

Lillian's hairs immediately stood on end.

She had been acting spoiled in Ain's arms for quite a while before she finally noticed the new woman standing beside him.

Looking at her cream-colored hair and delicate facial features, Lillian felt as though she had seen her somewhere before.

Was she also present on the night she called Ain “Master”?

Was she a student from the academy?

Instinct told Lillian that the woman in front of her was highly suspicious!

And extremely dangerous!

In an instant, Lillian wrapped both arms tightly around Ain's arm as if marking her territory, glaring at Rosalind with a fierce expression.

“So you are Miss Lillian... the one Young Master Ain risked everything to save that day?”

Rosalind, of course, knew her identity.

After all, she had followed Ain step by step to investigate the truth that day, so she naturally knew how much effort Ain had put in.

Lillian initially thought the other woman was acknowledging her close relationship with Ain, but she quickly noticed a trace of disdain in her eyes.

Lillian was furious.

What was with this woman's high-and-mighty attitude!

She made it seem as though she was the one with the closer relationship to Ain!

Pouting, Lillian immediately launched a direct confrontation against Rosalind.

“That's right! We are already together now!”

“How wonderful for you...”

Lillian nodded her little head, seemingly very satisfied with this response.

“So, have you done things that couples do? Like... kissing, for instance?”

Lillian proudly placed her hands on her hips and replied triumphantly, “Of course we have! Just the day before yesterday!”

“Your first time?”

“Mm-hmm! The very first time!”

“So the first time was only the day before yesterday...”

Lillian noticed that there was not a hint of envy on Rosalind's face; instead, there was a touch of playfulness.

The woman maintained her high-and-mighty stance, casting a pitying look down at her as if offering charity.

Lillian: “?”

“I-I was the first!”

Lillian pouted, defending her territory.

“Oh, is that so? The first?”

Rosalind adopted a thoughtful expression, then cast a mischievous glance toward Ain.

“Young Master Ain, do you think so too?”

Ain averted his gaze, feeling incredibly awkward.

Surely she wasn't planning to reveal the whole “using special magic to absorb negative emotions” incident in front of Lillian, was she?

Standing to the side, Lillian was almost on the verge of tears from frustration.

How could this person be like this!

Why did she make it seem like she was Ain's first love instead!

“Ugh!”

Lillian clenched her fists in annoyance.

What was with that smug, victory-assured look!

Humph!

“Uh, anyway, shouldn't we stop lingering out here? Rosalind, don't you still have things to do?”

“True. Shall we head inside the estate first, then?”

Rosalind smiled faintly.

Ain breathed a sigh of relief.

As if suddenly thinking of something, a mischievous smirk played on the corner of Lillian's lips.

She had just been discussing the engagement with Erylin earlier.

Although Erylin's father hadn't agreed yet, Erylin's mother was incredibly enthusiastic!

Besides, even if Erylin kept insisting on things like “only if Ain is willing,” wouldn't it be fine as long as she convinced Ain to agree?

Erylin was about to be engaged to Ain soon!

So what if you want to pursue Ain now?

Lillian suddenly felt a surge of anticipation. She really wanted to see how shocked this woman would be when she entered the estate and learned about the engagement between Ain and Erylin.

Lillian began to fantasize about Rosalind breaking down.

Hahaha!

Soon, the three of them, each harboring their own secret thoughts, arrived at the main entrance of the estate.

Surprisingly, Erylin and her parents happened to be right there.

Upon seeing Ain appear, Erylin felt her cheeks burn, a crimson blush rapidly spreading all the way to her ears.

The young girl nervously clasped her hands over her chest. Her gaze darted around like a startled fawn, yet she couldn't help but steal cautious glances at him.

Ain was somewhat baffled by Erylin's reaction.

A moment later, Adela flashed a brilliant smile and eagerly trotted forward, warmly welcoming Ain.

“Ain, you're finally back!”

Faced with Adela's intense enthusiasm, Ain found it a bit difficult to process for a moment.

“I-I tried to persuade them! I really did...”

“If you don't agree, it's fine if you don't agree...”

Erylin looked at Ain very nervously, as if anticipating his next response.

Ain only felt a headache coming on.

Could someone please explain what was going on first?

Why did it feel like he was being set up?

“Ah! Who is this?”

Adela suddenly noticed Rosalind standing beside Ain.

“Hello, Madam. I am here on behalf of the Xavier family to deliver this invitation. Our family will be hosting a grand wedding in the near future, and we sincerely hope you can find the time to attend.”

“A wedding?”

Orion stepped forward and took the invitation Rosalind handed over.

He currently got a headache whenever he heard the word “wedding.”

Ain suddenly thought of something and asked, “Why didn't Boss get me an invitation too?”

Rosalind let out a soft laugh.

“Invitations are meant for guests, aren't they?”

“Oh, right.”

Ain nodded.

He understood what she meant.

Only guests needed invitations!

He certainly wasn't considered a guest!

As expected, it seemed his status in Boss's heart was already this high?

Ain suddenly felt a bit proud.

“Isn't this wonderful!”

Adela instantly felt this was a godsend opportunity.

Having her daughter and future son-in-law witness such a grand and romantic wedding would definitely help nurture their feelings for each other!

“Ain, Erylin, you two should go attend this wedding together as well! You can use the opportunity to learn a thing or two...”

“W-What?!”

Orion suddenly shouted out loud.

Adela and the two young girls beside her were startled by his outburst.

“What is it, dear?”

“Father?”

Orion rubbed his forehead in disbelief, his voice even trembling slightly.

“Is... is this invitation printed incorrectly?!”

Maintaining her elegant posture, Rosalind gently shook her head.

“No, every single invitation has been double-checked by the family.”

Soon, Erylin, Adela, and Lillian all crowded around. The three of them froze simultaneously, staring blankly at Ain in unison.

Ain was still basking in his boss's special favor toward him when he suddenly snapped back to reality.

“W-Why are you all staring at me?”

Ain blinked.

What does the invitation have to do with me?

I'm a special guest!

Boss's favorite subordinate!

“No... Ain, are you not aware of this?”

“Aware of what?”

Ain suspiciously looked at the invitation held out to him. His gaze followed the tip of Orion's finger, landing on those few words, which he then silently read in his mind.

“...the wedding with Ain Aldric?!”

Ain almost coughed up a mouthful of blood.

“No, no, no! Rosalind, you didn't make a mistake, did you?! You didn't make a mistake, right?!”

“Not at all~”

Hearing her reply, Ain's gaze went completely blank.