Although there was musical accompaniment in the hall, the guests talked in low voices, and it was not too quiet. But this beautiful girl's sharp voice, although the voice is not loud, is not deliberately suppressed, so as long as people who stand closer, they can hear it clearly.

Seeing that this little girl actually attacked the dignified Grand Duke Tulip, the number one celebrity in the empire, the people around couldn't help but show curious expressions.

Du Wei's appearance was obviously a little embarrassed, and he was a little weak-hearted, because he really just wanted to pull a random girl to dance for a while. I didn't expect to encounter such sharp sarcasm.

However, Du Wei will not be as familiar as this kind of girl after all, and after listening to these unkind words, he did not get angry, but just touched his nose, took half a step back, and then smiled: "Oh, miss, although I don't know where I offended you, I don't mind apologizing to a beautiful lady." If you don't want to, then I'll have to invite another dance partner. ”

As he spoke, Du Wei nodded to her, gave a half-salute, and was about to turn away. The other girls next to them who were dressed up in flamboyant clothes suddenly felt that they had another opportunity, and they all surrounded them silently in various postures.

But as soon as Du Wei turned around, he heard the girl's disdainful tone coming from behind him: "Hypocritical guy!"

Du Wei frowned, this inexplicable girl is too ignorant.

It's just an ignorant girl. Du Wei didn't bother either. He casually stretched out his hand to a young girl standing closest to him.

The girl is very petite. I'm afraid I'm only sixteen or seventeen years old. The appearance is quite delicate. Wearing a lightly golden-finished skirt. It's just that there are a few fine freckles on the cheeks. In Dewey's eyes, it's quite cute.

Instead, Du Wei gestured to her with an inviting gesture, but the girl seemed to be nervous. A look of excitement and surprise. It's as if he couldn't imagine that such a good thing would fall on his own ground.

Seeing that this girl was almost fainting. Du Wei smiled bitterly. Try to smile in a gentle tone, "Is that okay?"

"When! of course, of course, my lord. The girl was on the verge of screaming. Luckily, she had just spoken. I remembered to pay attention to my demeanor. That's how clean the voice is kept down. Reluctantly made a saluted gesture. He took Du Weidi's arm. Step forward and step out.

Unfortunately, she was probably too nervous. Just took two steps. But his feet slipped. stepped on the corner of his skirt. Exclaimed. He staggered forward. Fortunately, Du Wei has a quick eye. A handful stopped her by the waist. Then the melody is musical. Led her to the dance floor as fast as she could.

At this moment, a lot of time has been delayed. Because Du Wei was delayed. The bands had to play the prelude three or four times. Seeing that the Duke has made a move. Only then did he quickly step into the formal tune. The other guests around invited their dance partners to come down.

Du Wei jumped a few steps casually. But I felt the dance partner in front of me tremble visibly nervously. He froze. I understand the subtlety. Smiled: "Miss." Am I scary?"

"Scary? No! Of course not! You're the brightest star of the night. Lord Duke. I have the privilege of being invited by you. It's ......."

The girl stammered. But subconsciously glanced back. Du Wei followed her gaze. found that this girl was looking at the beautiful girl in red who embarrassed Du Wei just now.

And the girl in the red dress beautifully. I am standing aside. With cold disgusted eyes, he watched the two dance......

Du Wei pretended not to care and smiled: "My dance partner...... You know who I am. But I don't know who you are. ”

"Oh. My name is Mannie. Father Baron Farisno. Served in the Imperial Department of Education. Served as Deputy Director. ”

Du Wei smiled: "It turned out to be Baron Farisno's daughter...... Oh. You seem to be a little worried......" Du Wei suddenly hugged her and turned around to the rhythm of the music, and deliberately pointed at the girl in red in the distance in front of her: "You have been looking at her?

"Ah!" the girl named Mandy whispered. Immediately, his face flushed. She hesitated. Only then did he say helplessly: "Lord Duke...... I. Ossie and I are good friends. I...... I dance with you. In a moment she will definitely blame me fiercely......"

Du Wei smiled gently: "Oh. Then I'm sorry. I'm the one who embarrassed you. Right?"

"No, no!" Mannie quickly shook her head vigorously, looking at Du Weidi, her eyes were full of girlish excitement: "I can get your invitation." I am very honored. You don't see the ladies around. They all envy me. ”

A little girl. Du Wei smiled. I didn't think it was in my mind. After all, a little girl at this age. There is always some vanity in my heart that likes to compare. This is normal.

He looked at this Mannie and calmed down a little. Cai slowly asked, "Uh." You say Diaosie, the lady who looked angry with me just now, and I beg your pardon. I can't remember when I offended such a lady...... Does she know me?"

Mannie smiled, "You're too modest. Lord Duke. The whole dìdū. Who doesn't know you. ”

"Well, then...... I don't know her. Who the hell is she?"

Mannie's eyes widened at this moment, and she raised her head and looked at Du Wei in surprise: "Lord Duke." Are you kidding me? How could you not know Osie? And...... And she's still your ......"

As the girl named Mandy whispered. Du Wei suddenly realized, but his eyes were even more surprised. I couldn't help but glance at Miss Ossie in the distance a few more times.

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In fact. Ossie had been looking at Du Wei coldly. Look at this damn guy. Dancing there with her best friend, Mannie......

This Mannie is just a shame! No. Tonight those who looked at all the women of this hateful Dewey with eyes. It's a shame to get home!

Hum. What good is this Duke Tulip? Isn't he just a hypocritical young nobleman? What is he capable of? What kind of jousting tournament was there a few days ago. Isn't he just a big ugly? After that day, everyone recognized this guy

Spend money to bribe your opponent to deliberately lose to him...... Participate in the contest but use this humility to cheat. This person's character seems to be ......

Hum. He certainly doesn't have any real abilities in martial arts at all. Come on now. I'm just afraid of his reputation as a so-called genius of magic. I'm afraid it's also false! That's right, he's so rich. The reputation of this genius magician must have been deceitful......

The more Osie thought about it, the angrier she became. Watch Du Wei dance with his best friend in his arms. The two seemed to be still talking to each other in a low voice. Look at the female companions around me. They all looked at Du Wei with a nymphomaniac look. Ossie is so angry in her heart!

What a tulip duke! What a duke of tulips is just a hypocrite who sells his reputation! How can such a local man have real ability...... Hum......

And what else to build a city in three months in the northwest. Defeat the Invasion Steppe Army. Northwest War ......

Think later. Ossie suddenly felt that she couldn't justify herself. The events above the tournament may still be a reason to attack Du Weidi...... But as for Du Wei's creation of a series of miracles in the northwest. But it's a real credit. There is no excuse to denigrate.

I can't help but feel a little weak in my heart. Ossie could only force herself to change her mind a little: Okay. Even if he has a little ability, it's just a little bit! But there are many people who have the ability. But few are as hypocritical as he is. So nasty. So...... Such a bastard!

She stomped her foot lightly one by one. Holding the skirt in both hands. Hit your toes hard. It was as if he was about to trample on the deerskin leather boots under his feet.

Despite being angry. Ossie is still a beautiful and lovely girl. She has silky blonde hair. It also has a charming slender figure. Tonight's red evening dress also sets off her as delicate as a rose...... But this has become the biggest embarrassment of Osie!

A beautiful girl like her. It stands to reason. On any aristocratic dinner occasion. They should all be the focus of attention sought after by those men!

Unfortunately it is. Now more than half of the dance music has passed. Many, many ladies around have been invited by other men to dance. Most of them are far inferior in appearance to Osie...... But this charming Miss Ossie. But no one cares!

This is not the first time this has happened! In fact, Ossie has attended every banquet since she became an adult. In every meeting. It seems that those male aristocrats of the same age are afraid of themselves like snakes and scorpions, as if they have no interest in themselves. Don't dare to approach and provoke yourself at all.

What girl doesn't have chūn? What girl doesn't have a little youthful fantasy? What girl doesn't want to be treated like the stars of the moon?

What's more, is it a young beauty like Osie?

But. In various occasions after the coming-of-age ceremony. She was given the cold shoulder without exception! In fact, it was not without some young talents who were amazed by her beauty at first. But often someone has just shown interest in themselves. was immediately pulled aside and whispered for a while. Then the guy's eyes turned to horror with admiration. Hurriedly dodged himself......

Do I have a plague on me!!

All this ...... Blame Du Wei! Blame him and his family! Blame them!

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Arguably. Miss Ossie, who is seventeen years old this year, has absolutely reason to hate Du Weidi!

Because Osie's full name is "Ocilia Auden". Of course. If you're unfamiliar with the name. Then you must be familiar with his grandfather: Munes Auden. The contemporary patriarch of the Auden family. The current Chancellor of the Exchequer of the Imperial Lands!

So...... Miss Ossie hates Dewey! There's an understandable reason for that!

Just think about it! How old was she? I made a marriage contract with a boy who had never even met him! Her fiancé is still an empire *** everyone knows as a "little idiot"!

That's right. Ossie should have made a marriage contract with Du Wei back then, but unfortunately, because Du Wei was a joke known to everyone in the aristocratic circle when he was young, which also dragged Osie herself.

She remembers herself before she was eight years old. When I play with all the female companions of the same age. Everyone else will call her "idiot wife" in a mocking tone!

This was the name that accompanied Osie for almost her entire childhood...... Childhood experiences often leave a shadow on people.

Then things took a turn for the better. I watched Du Wei grow up. The idiot still hasn't taken off his hat. The Auden family is finally in a hurry. They are willing to marry this girl to Du Wei because Du Wei is the eldest son!

But at that time, it seemed that Du Wei was a waste at all! If Du Wei could not become the heir of the Rollin family. Then the marriage loses its meaning. Random...... The marriage contract has changed. Osidy's fiancé became Gabriel - thank goodness. Gabri is a little genius after all!

Although Gabridi was two or three years younger than Ausie. But that's not too much of a problem.

Pity...... But the incident still did not end Osie's pain.

Anyway. The Roland people still respect the "credibility" of the land! and change the marriage contract. It is undoubtedly an act of repentance in disguise.

Repentance of marriage is such a thing. Even among ordinary Roland civilians, it is considered a very dishonorable act. Not to mention the aristocracy that pays special attention to honor and tradition?

On the other hand. Miss Ossie was indeed beautiful and outstanding when she was young. Naturally, there are many people who are jealous of her. And these people. You can find enough to attack Miss Ossie: repentance is definitely a big weapon.

In the next few years. Miss Ossie was painfully burdened with the titles of "dishonorable" and "married". This title is even more hurtful than "idiot wife".

And then ...... The Rollin family was suddenly finished. And that idiot back then. But it soared into the sky. Became the Grand Duke of Tulip! became the number one celebrity in the empire. There is even a faint sense of "under one person." Above 10,000 people, "the momentum of the ground!"

This kind of time. Ossie became even more of a joke!

Behold, it was her! she was the foolish girl! she could have married Duke Tulip in the open, but she, a fool, gave it up on her own! she repented of her marriage. Marry Duke Tulip's brother! Look at the present. gauze

It's over! That Gabby has become a civilian!

Oh. Quietly! This is the fool! Let the duke not marry. But I picked a civilian! Who told her to look down on people back then! Now maybe she regrets it so much that her intestines are blue!hahahaha......

These viciously mocked. Ossie didn't know how much she had heard.

But. The people who say these vicious things. Those who mock the Auden family for "having eyes and not knowing real gold" are boring and chewing their tongues. Didn't they themselves laugh at Du Wei as an idiot back then!

Pity. in this world. This psychological yīn secretly man. It will never disappear.

And then later. After Du Weidi's efforts. The Rollin family recovered. Aussie's fiancé, Gabrie, became the heir to the Rollin family again...... This should be the end of the matter.

No!

Later, some rumors and gossip appeared: it was said that the Auden family later regretted it. I want to repent of my marriage again. I want to marry my granddaughter to Duke Tulip! It's just that Duke Tulip, who was insulted by the other party back then, proudly rejected these dog-eyed low-lying guys. In the end, it passed through the bitter pleading of the Auden family. Duke Tulip reluctantly agreed to complete the marriage contract between Master Gabrie and Miss Osie.

Look...... That's what good Miss Ossie is with a pretty face! Because she and her family are stupid. She almost couldn't get married!hahahaha......

We can fully understand these vicious and unfounded sarcasm. What a blow to a teenage girl!

And ever since she began to participate in social events among the aristocracy. Everywhere you go, you will become the focus of everyone's evaluation. Several times she accidentally heard others sarcastically telling her behind her back.

And then ...... She's almost been talked about behind people's backs as a "pretty face." But a belly of straw bales. There are stupid women who don't know the real gold"!

No matter how beautiful she is. At any banquet. As long as others know her identity. Not a single male aristocrat wanted to strike up a conversation with her! Not a single male aristocrat wanted to be her friend. Not even a single young man ever showed affection for her.

Swear to the gods mercifully. Ossie is not a yín woman. She can even be considered a more conservative girl. But what girl hasn't had some dreams about green chūn ground color sè land? What girl doesn't want to be surrounded by applause, flowers, and adoring eyes?

What girl didn't fantasize about love when she was young......? Her fiancé Gabrie ...... But still an underage child!!When Miss Ossie hears those touching love stories. Listen to the fairy tales of those princes and princesses. How do you ask her to fantasize about the "him" in her heart?

Do you want to fantasize about that underage Gabrie?!

Poor Miss Osie. She really thought it was all these hateful mockery and slander that had brought her to this point. Became a nuisance that no one cared about.

But she didn't know. The reason for this is at all the social events that are attended. No other young man dared to approach her. No other young man dared to hit her with the idea. Actually, it's not because of those rumors and slander!

This thing...... Initiator. It was Dewey who fell to the ground, even though he was also innocent without knowing it.

Here's the truth:

All social events where Miss Ossie participates. Soiree. Banquet. Prom and so on. Whenever there is any young man of the aristocracy who has an interest and admiration for this beautiful young lady. The people around him would immediately whisper to him: "Don't you want to die? You dare to provoke her! She is the brother-in-law of Duke Tulip!! You dare to provoke her...... Is your family as powerful as the Tulip family? Is your backstage harder than Duke Tulip? Do you know who messed with the Tulip family. It's all bad luck!!if it gets out. Let Duke Tulip know that you dare to snatch a woman with his brother...... Hmph!"

Often this kind of time. A little bit of a brain. There is no one in the city. And then honestly dodged it.

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The last beat of the dance came to an abrupt end. Du Wei finally stopped. Then he bowed to Mannie in front of him. He politely escorted Miss Mannie back to her original position.

"Oh! Ossie is gone. Mannie's face was a little unsightly: "She must be angry with me." Oh, my God. She sued me all day today. Don't let me ......."

"What are you not allowed to do?"

Miss Mannie's face flushed. But he didn't speak—what did he say?, "You are not allowed to do that kind of to that hateful fellow." It's a shame!"

You can't say that to Duke Tulip?

"You're very good friends. Right?" Dewey even sat down next to Miss Mannie. He made this move. Immediately brought Mannie a lot of envy and jealousy.

Miss Mannie was a little excited. She blushed: "It's the ground." My lord. I'm one of her best friends......"

"Good ground. Then you will also be my friend from now on. Du Wei winked at the cute girl. This Mannie is a very simple girl. There is no such hypocritical style as other aristocratic girls. Du Wei smiled: "You should know. Ossie will be my future brother-in-law. Then she can be regarded as my local relatives and family. So. Her friends. That is, my local friend. ”

"I—can I really be friends with you? Oh no, no. I mean...... How dignified is your place...... Even my father will bow his head and salute when he sees you. ”

"There is no place for a friend. Du Wei smiled peacefully. Then he stood up - he had seen the Osie. He saw a girl in a red dress. After glancing at himself hatefully. He quickly walked out of the banquet hall through the side door. I guess I went in the direction of the garden.

"I'm going to miss it for a while. Du Wei stood up. Before leaving, he nodded to Mannie very elegantly: "It's a pleasure to dance with you." Thank you. ”

Mannie watched Dewey go away with excitement. Then he let out a long sigh. Cover your mouth vigorously. I felt my heart beating fast.

In fact. This simple-minded girl doesn't have much ambition. She was a pure girlish idol worship for Dewey. It's not too complicated. And can dance with Du Wei. Talk for a while. It was enough for her to go back to her

The sisters ostentatiously - she was satisfied.

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"Miss Osie. ”

A pleasant voice came from behind him.

Osie stood outside in front of the railing next to the Imperial Garden. She felt the need to get out and breathe. Otherwise, she'd really be - that Mannie. Traitor! Don't do that. But she ...... Hum. I'm going to go three days without talking to her!

Ossie was thinking about it so angrily. Then he heard Du Weidi's voice.

Turn around. She saw the annoying young man standing ten paces in front of her.

Speaking from the heart. Even if you hate the Duweidi people again. I also have to admit it. He has reached the age of eighteen. In every sense of the word. is definitely a beautiful man.

He inherited the bloodline of the Rollin family. I have a tall figure. And eighteen years old. He has shaken off the emaciation of the previous days. I grew stronger.

A handsome face. The contours of the facial features are protruding...... And the teenager became famous for him. There is no such frivolity and impetuousness as other young people. in those eyes. It seems to be full of a kind of calmness that can see through people's hearts -- this is experience! It is something that no young person lacks.

And there is an inherently shallow smile at the corners of his mouth. It is also the kind of person who is accustomed to grasping all the earthly positions calmly - this point. It's definitely not the land that those young gentlemen can have!

Tonight. Dressed in a duke's gown, Dewey. I have long lost the expensive leather collar that hangs on the neck. The shiny epaulettes on his shoulders were revealed—symbolizing another of his illustrious status: Imperial Admiral!

Young. Handsome and charming. Personable. Prominent status...... Admire......

These conditions add up. It is enough to kill the vast majority of girls in the heart of the earth in an instant.

And at the moment. Du Wei stepped out of the side door of the palace. Stand in the doorway. Then close the door. Shut the door behind the commotion that came from the hall.

The moon sè sprinkled on his ground. The smile on his face was like a sharp sword out of its sheath!

Osie swallowed and foamed. It seemed to be stunned for a moment. He quickly replied coldly, "Hmph." It's you, Your Majesty, What's wrong? Did you come to me? Are you looking to hold me accountable for my disrespectful treatment of you?"

The corners of Du Wei's mouth smiled a little deeper. His eyes swept over Osie's young, beautiful face.

Hum. Somewhat childish. It's pretty cute, though.

"Nope. I'm not going to do that. Du Wei walked over naturally. Stand in front of the fence with Osie. His voice was gentle: "Actually. I just want to have a casual chat with you. After all. We can be considered relatives. Right?"

"What are you talking about!, I have no interest in talking to someone like you!" Osie was like a hedgehog.

Du Wei didn't speak. But he looked at Ossie intently. He watched for ten seconds. And then he laughed...... Very kind!

That's right!

"You're a beautiful girl. Du Weidi's tone sounded like that of an elder: "Gabri can marry a girl like you." It's a blessing. ”

"I don't think so!" replied Ossie angrily, "I don't want to marry your brother at all!" I don't want to have even the slightest relationship with your family!!"

The girl suddenly clenched her fists. She whispered to Du Wei. Full of anger and anger.

Du Wei was laughing. In his opinion. Watch this pretty girl lose her temper. It's a really interesting thing. He had a tolerant smile on his face. Let Miss Ossie clench her fists at herself and yell at her. And then......

He waited for Ossie to finish yelling. He took out a silk handkerchief from his arms at random. Ossie glanced at her. His eyes were as clear as moonlight. Then Ossie heard the other man laugh softly, "Don't move!"

said. Du Weidi's body had already come over.

Ossie was stunned. She watched as Du Wei leaned over with a smile on his face. Her mind had come to a complete standstill: he ...... What does he want to do, and does he want to get revenge on me...... Are you going to bully me??

Du Wei had already reached out his hand. The handkerchief rubbed lightly against the corner of Osie's mouth......

Belch?

Osie immediately came to her senses. Then he quickly took a few steps back. Glaring at Du Wei. Strike defensively like a frightened kitten: "You...... What are you doing!"

"Your mouth. There are wine marks on it. Du Wei smiled slightly. Put away the handkerchief: "It must have been when you were drinking just now." Accidentally put the purple on the ground above~||Purple leaves are used to flavor the ground. But it's easy to lose face. You're not going to eat it, are you? That stuff is meant to be seasoned and served with sè. You can't eat it. ”

Ossie was red...... In fact, she rarely drank alcohol. So I was angry just now. What do you call it "Purple~".

Du Wei smiled. It's like an elder watching a child play a little xìng: "Okay." Now let's move on! Miss Ossie. In fact. I want to apologize to you first. ”

"Ah...... Huh?" O'sie Jǐng looked at the villain. What is his plan?

"It's the ground. I apologize. Because I didn't even recognize you. It was Mannie who told me your name. Du Wei sighed: "After all, you are going to be my brother-in-law." We should be considered a family, right. And...... I'm even mistaken about your age. The other day your grandfather asked me if I could let you and my brother get married early. But I thought you were only twelve years old. So I turned it down at the time...... Oh. It's all my fault. I thought you were two years younger than Gabry. Now it seems. You should be two years older than him. ”

This really made Ossie angry!

Age!......

He. He doesn't even know my age!!

This damn nasty guy. He didn't even take me seriously in his eyes! He didn't even know how old I was!

So Ossie was furious!

She yelled at Du Wei, "You, you bastard! Have you forgotten?" When I was engaged to you. Hasn't your brother been born yet!! how can I be younger than him!!"