Daddy, I Don’t Want to Marry!

Max flinched once he heard Jubelians words.Just the way I am? Dont tell me she found out what Ive been thinking about.Jubelian had taken him by surprise, and Max was uneasy that she was aware of the thoughts he had kept secret. Afraid that she might run away, he held her hand tight.Theres no way she would know,he told himself.

Isnt there something you want to tell me?

Gulping nervously, he clenched his fists.Shell be disappointed if she finds out.Calming his anxious mind, he feigned ignorance. What are you talking about? Jubelian turned to meet his eyes, and looking at those periwinkle orbs, Max began to feel guilty.Damn it, I cant do this.He was about to turn away when she grabbed him by the chin.

Forcing him to make eye contact, she ordered, Dont look away. I find it extremely unpleasant when you look elsewhere with me right next to you.

Captivated by her confidence, Max nodded, Fine. The ladys face brightened into a smile, and Max felt his mood improve. It was as if he was being praised for listening to her.

Anyway, you didnt answer my question.

Question? Oh, you mean

What have you been up to? You havent visited me for the past few days.

Is that what she has been talking about?Max let out a sigh of relief. Her being upset about him failing to answer that question had been the last thing on his mind. Actually Ive been busy with training.

Training? Why? You didnt spend so much time on it until now.

Seeing her confusion, Max had no choice but to admit, Well I heard that your ideal type is a man stronger than Master.

Jubelian groaned. Thats because I was afraid of my dad setting me up with someone. That was just so he wouldnt be able to find anyone. After all, theres no one stronger than him in this empire.

Nonetheless, Max was not satisfied.She must be trying to make me feel better So why am I so irritated?Hiding his feelings, Max forced a smile and asked, Is that all? For your ideal type, I mean.

Shaking her head, Jubelian answered, I said the man must also be the most honorable and wealthiest in the empire and from a reputable family. Oh, he must be very skilled at what he does as well.

The corner of Maxs lips curled up to a smile.Thats totally me.Without a doubt, Max was wealthy, of honorable origins, and from a reputable family. Moreover, it wouldnt be an exaggeration to call him a genius swordsman of the century as he was close to becoming a transcendent being.Its only natural that she would like me,narcissism overtook him.

But honestly I only said those things thinking of my dad. Hes probably the only man in this world who has all those things. Hes perfect!

Max realized the source of his discomfort.She thinks of her father as the best in this worldObjectively speaking, his master was a decent man. Still, Max believed that he was not too far behind in terms of all the aspects Jubelian had mentioned.Im already superior to him in terms of wealth, appearance, and origin. Theres nothing that I lackHe had no choice but to stop his thoughts as he was reminded of his tragic loss in the duel.Yeah, well, it doesnt matter since Im better than him in other things.

Deciding to use his other strengths to appeal to her, Max began, Jubelian, I am to become the next emperor.

She nodded, Im aware.

I also have a lot of money and a decent appearance as well.