The Saintess Is A Villainess

25: Her Saintess abilities

The commotion wasn't done, as what I didn't expected it as it has been developed into a full scale attack against the duchy. Of course, when the Duke heard about it, he immediately launch a search party, believing that the entire family is in danger.

He wasn't considered about me, but rather how it will put his favourite kids into trouble. Kleo hasn't woken up despite the physician's check up. She was put into a deep slumber and once she has woken up, she'll immediately face the charges after the interrogation.

"Your Grace." I called as I entered the office. As usual, he was busy filling up some papers together with Alexander who was peacefully having tea. He wasn't doing anything like what typical heirs would do. This motherfucker has an easy life.

"What do you want?" He asked, clearly uninterrested as he didn't even lift his head to acknowledge my presence. Even Alexander pretended I wasn't there but do I look like I even care? The heck not.

"I'd like to have a word with you, alone." I emphasized, giving Alexander a slight glance as I turned back towards the Duke who still didn't look at me. "Speak." He said shortly, not bothering to even push Alexander out of his office.

Since he wanted it this way then okay. "I would like to fill in the position left by the head maid and the duchess." I said, making him stop reading his document. Seems like I have his attention now upon hearing my request.

"The internal affairs of the dukedom is currently in shambles. The poisoning would have been avoided if someone were to take care of the internal business which is being managed by our butler but of course he had a lot of stuff going on in his hands. As your daughter and the unofficial fiancee of the crown prince, wouldn't it be best if I manage the things that is happening inside as a way of training in preparation for my being the next queen?" I explained, giving him a head's up of what I had plan.

I have thought about this and what I said was pure lies. If I were to take control inside the Dukedom, it'll be easy for me to access my own money without direct question, and be aware of potential businesses to invest. Not only that, I'll have the full control of each servant here in the duchy.

I'll have them slowly removed through this power.

"You? Being the queen?!" Alexander burst into laughing, making me look at him with disdain. I really wanna punch this damn man right into his face. He's been looking down on me.

"I didn't know the heir is illiterate. He needs additional education for him to comprehend and critically analyze the royal insignia together with its decree that I'll be the crown prince's fiancee. I thought you knew this? Such a shame." I smiled sweetly after insulting him like that, causing his face turn into a deep shade of red in embarrassment.

"How dare you call me illiterate?! Of course I know that but you? Becoming a Queen? Dream on, woman!" He scowled, glaring at me to which I returned with a smile, didn't reply back.

"No." The Duke said, making my brows furrowed at his immediate answer. "No? So you would rather overwork your employee knowing that it's outside of his job? The internal affair should be managed by the duchess or a woman representing the family." I fought back, restraining myself to choke him right there.

"No." He said and I sighed. But then, I smiled. "Then why not let Alexander handle the affairs then? It'll be somewhat a training for him as your heir. It wouldn't be a bad idea knowing that he'll be able to prove his worth as your heir." I replied, glancing at Alexander who was lost.

Alexander is an idiot, I'll give you that. He's a lazy man who's only accomplishment is becoming a knight through a hefty sum paid by the Duke. If he were to handle the inside of the mansion, I'm sure that he'll mismanage it. Call it a self-destruction method that I will have no part of.