LIGHTNOVELWORLD My Daddy Hides His Power
Chapter 192
“I’m sorry, but I can’t say it in words.”
Nordic put down the cane he was holding on the table, unbuttoned his wrists and rolled up his sleeves. A massive fist with blue veins. If he hits, it’s at least death. “….” Oscar looked at him and opened his mouth blankly. “What have you done to my granddaughter…” The moment Nordic’s hand was about to reach Oscar’s collar. “Grandpaaa!” Lilith, noticing the unusual atmosphere, ran towards him and intervened between the two. “Why, why are you like that?” Nordic stood protectively in front of Oscar and stared at his granddaughter. “Why are you so angry? Y, you’re not thinking of hitting the master, right?” “You stay out of this. This beast here needs a lesson.” “Yees?” “No, have you gone senile in your old age? Why would I be a beast?” Oscar, who had managed to free his frozen mouth by obtaining a shield, grabbed Lilith’s shoulder and hid behind her, shouting. “If it’s not a beast, what is it? When you first saw her, she was only seven years old!” “Ah?” “You raised her well…And what about the one next to you?” Thinking over Oscar’s words, Nordic’s veins stood on his forehead and he ground his teeth. “Such a disgusting guy… Get rid of your hand right away!” “I got it! I understand now!” Seeing the Nordic’s momentum as if he was going to rush at any moment, Oscar got up and quickly ran away a couple of steps. “Wait, wait. Calm down.” A very angry grandfather and a puzzled granddaughter. Watching the two back and forth, Oscar sighed and rubbed his head. “It’s a misunderstanding, a misunderstanding.” * * * An untimely misunderstanding. Oscar and I had to explain it to Grandfather for two hours. We are pure and not impure! That it is between master and disciple! “As expected, I still don’t understand.” “W, what else?” As I was seeing off Grandfather on the way, I felt like I was going crazy because Grandfather stopped walking. “Are you really okay? Did you truly want to spend the whole day studying here?” “….” Of course not. No, but I couldn’t tell the truth. Everything about me and my involvement in Dad’s business. ‘Grandpa, I’m sorry.’ Judging from the fact that he came all the way to the Magic Tower today and was determined to beat Oscar, Grandfather shouldn’t know. Seeing you so worried, it’s no wonder his eyes are rolling like that. “Studying is not fun. But I have ambitions, Grandfather.” I acted with greedy eyes. “I will work hard and definitely take this Wizard Tower.” Grandfather’s eyes widened in surprise at his eleven-year-old granddaughter’s ambition. “Are you serious?” “Yes, Grandfather. By learning here, I can create a lot of useful magic for people. Also!” I spoke like Enoch Rubinstein, a righteous hero. “I will become the Lord of the Wizard Tower and ensure that magic is used for good and righteous purposes! I will protect it from being used for evil!” “….” Grandfather watched me with clenched fists for a moment before smiling softly. “I see. If that’s what you’re thinking, then you should learn more as you wish.” “Yes, Grandfather. I will work hard!” “Don’t push yourself too hard. Make sure to come home not too late when you’re done.” “Yes!” After stroking my head, Grandfather got into the carriage. I waved his hand until I couldn’t see the departing carriage, then let my shoulders slump. “Wow…” I’m exhausted. * * * When I came back, I saw Oscar, who seemed to have had his soul sucked, hanging out on the chair like a dried fish. “Master…” “Ooh, Yeah…. Has your Grandfather gone…?” “Yes.” “Haa.” Oscar raised his hand to wipe his face. “I’m sorry…” “That’s enough. Who can blame your grandfather for being stubborn?” “Ahem. So, let’s make sure Grandfather doesn’t misunderstand…” As I timidly spoke, Oscar furrowed his brow and glared at me. “My fault?” “No, I mean. You know. You say you like me, so you try to win me over. How could he not misunderstand?” “Hey, I was clearly discussing with your grandfather about bringing you to the Wizard Tower. So naturally, when I say I like you, it implies wanting to take you there. Why would he misunderstand that?” Tsk, tsk. Oscar continued to mutter to himself as he hastily put on his coat. “Even the ants on the road would be wary if they were males. Remarkable, truly remarkable.” “Master, where are you going?” “To the imperial palace.” “Why? To see His Majesty the Emperor?” “Yeah.” Oscar glanced at the desk clock and chuckled to himself. “I requested an audience, but it’s already an hour late.” “….?” I opened my mouth. “What, what are you talking about? Are you saying that the Master made the appointment first and kept the Emperor waiting for an hour?” “Yeah.” What audacity is this? “If there was a prior engagement, you should have mentioned it earlier! You have to go!” “How can we leave when your grandfather’s misunderstanding isn’t resolved!” “That’s… something I can explain later or even solve later!” “That’s enough. Imagine how frustrated the old man would be? If there’s a misunderstanding, it needs to be cleared up quickly. He’s probably racking his brain trying to figure out what I’ve been up to all this time with his precious granddaughter.” Oscar casually spoke as he opened the desk drawer and took out a few documents. “Still…” It seems that Oscar really goes through unnecessary trouble because of me. Today too, the commotion that arose while trying to hide my situation from Grandfather… “Why do you look like that?” After getting ready to leave, Oscar came in front of me and tilted his head. “Is His Majesty the Emperor… are you going to see him because of me?” “Should I say it’s because of you?” Oscar, who was scratching his head, shook the bundle of papers in his hand. “I’m going to throw this to the emperor so he can’t say anything else and go sew his mouth shut.” “So, His Majesty the Emperor is going to see me to keep the promise he made with me about retiring Uncle.” “….” Oscar, who was looking at my darkened complexion with curiosity, made an impression. “What is that?” “I’m sorry, Master.” “All of a sudden?” “Just suddenly… I had that thought. I’ve been receiving too much from Master.” I wiggled my toes for no reason. “Honestly, Master doesn’t have to go through any trouble. But… knowing it’s dangerous, you still go with Dad to hunt monsters, and you even help with Uncle’s retirement…” “….” “Today, even Grandfather… You spent two hours explaining things and hiding my story so that he wouldn’t worry…” The feeling of indebtedness to him suddenly tormented me like this. When he willingly got involved in something troublesome and bothersome that had nothing to do with him, it made me feel sorry, as I realized I had already received a lot from him. He saved me, even though he was bearing the cost himself. “Oh, but I don’t have anything I can do for you right away, Master… I feel like a fool, I don’t even know what to do…” I didn’t know how to end what I had started to say. “If you hadn’t met me… Master, you wouldn’t have suffered this much….” I ignored it because I felt like I would feel so sorry if I admitted it, but it was a cruel truth. That I ruined his life. “I, um, so I…” Even so, I haven’t been able to find a way to save him and only receive his help. “Hey.” “…Yes.” “What is on the ground? Aren’t you going to raise your head?” “….” As I continued to bow my head, Oscar bent his knees to align his eyes with mine. “Look at me.” When I timidly raised my eyes, he chuckled. “I know very well. It’s true that I’m having a hard time because of you.” “I’m sor…” “Actually, the struggle isn’t all that bad. I mean, in the end, I see it as saving you.” “….” “You haven’t forced anything on the choices I’ve made so far. It was all my will and I have no regrets. If I had regretted it, I wouldn’t have visited you four years ago.” Oscar, holding my shoulder, spoke in a clear voice. “I would make the same choice if I started over. Because I need to see you survive safely and grow up like everyone else.” “Master…” “It was lucky for me to meet you.” …Ah. “So from now on, whenever I do something, don’t worry and feel sorry. There is nothing that makes me happier than the hard work I do for you.” …Really, what should I do? Like a fool, tears welled up again, so I hugged Oscar and rubbed my cold eyes on his shoulder. “M, me too. Teacher, you are the best luck in my life…” “Ah, why are you crying again!” “I’m crying, what should I do? Master, you know that I love you so much, right….?” “Eh. Just words.” Oscar hugged me and quickly grumbled playfully. “Sniff. Unlike Master, I don’t have anything…” As I was sniffling, I suddenly remembered myself from my past life. Memories of not giving even one kiss to Oscar, who raised me like a father, and behaving badly… “Hehe.” I sniffed and swallowed my runny nose and kissed Oscar on the cheek. “….” His eyes widened in surprise. “Haa.” Oscar soon burst into laughter and touched my cheek affectionately. “Yeah, this is quite precious.” * * * The Imperial Palace, the audience room. The wizard who made the emperor wait for an hour was quite shameless. ‘Arrogant brat.’ He sits down with his legs crossed arrogantly and says while looking at his fingernails. “Congratulations, Your Majesty.” The birth of a new imperial territory. Outside, voices praising the imperial family were echoing. “Long live Your Majesty the Emperor! Long live!” “Long live the conquering hero, Duke Axion Libre!” Oscar chuckled as he heard the cheering. “I never thought you would have sent the Duke of Libre to Moarte.” “What’s the matter?” Oscar took out some papers from his arms and placed them on the table. Magic formula. The emperor’s eyes widened. The moment his eyes rolled back and he urgently stretched out his hand— “Ehey.” —Oscar snatched it back in front of his eyes and smiled.
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