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Under the Oak Tree

The official English translation is finally here! A flawless love story of the flawed. Stuttering lady Maximilian is forced into a marriage with Sir Riftan, but he leaves on a campaign after their wedding night. 3 years later, he triumphantly returns, ready to cherish her. As life with her husband finally begins, she only has one question — does she deserve this love and happiness? [The first season's spin-off and the second season of "Under the Oak Tree" will resume in the last week of August. Thank you for your support and patience in the meanwhile.]

Suji Kim · Fantasy
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451 Chs

Side Story Chapter 37

"I cannot believe he tried to pass his duties off to someone else. The man's audacity is truly astounding!"

Ursuline made the outburst as he warmed himself by the brazier, his voice dripping in contempt.

"Does he think his daughter's hand is so high an honor that he can justify such a brazen proposal? What arrogance!"

"The duke has no sons," said Gabel, who had been sipping wine nearby. "No doubt he is planning to put his responsibilities on a son-in-law. But why make this offer to Sir Riftan, of all people, instead of one of his vassals?"

Ruth looked up from pensively staring into the fire. "He likely did not wish to antagonize anyone on his side. With a territory so vast, the absolute loyalty of his vassal knights is imperative. He could not risk earning their enmity. Many of Dristan's western nobles are still waiting for the chance to take the duke's land. A divided army would have dire consequences for him."