All Chapters of Reborn as Problematic Duke's Daughter: Chapter 61 - Chapter 70
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Baked snake and fried frog?
"What? One gold coin for this is too much! Are you trying to rob me?" Havana can't believe what she heard. How come a dress can be so expensive!Helga, the tailor, shrugged. "The silk alone cost fifty silvers, Miss Ambrose. I can make a substitute by using the finest linen if you want to get the cheaper one."Havana frowned. Linen is the common fabric, aside of cotton, to make daily wear for commoners.It doesn't matter if it is the finest quality or not because linen is linen, she thought to herself. Even that Witch use luxurious silk for her daily wear, it is so unfair! Then, Havana flinched after realize that. An idea crossed in her mind.  "That okay, Helga. I'm changing my mind. Thank you and see you later!" She said as she dashed out to the exit door.Havana walks faster to reach her home. With a sly smile, she said, "That witch is currently away, and she won't be not
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Xie-xie?
Mary was cleaning the bathroom when she heard a sound of the open door."Miss? Is that you?" She asked after washing her hand on the sink. However, it's not Cecilia who opened the wardrobe."What are you doing here, Miss Ambrose?"Havana smiled warmly, "Hello, Merry. I want to pick up my clothes.""What do you mean, Miss Ambrose? And my name isn't Merry. It's Mary." The maid said while she crossed her arms."Wow, your employer has a good taste at fashion style. I will take this." She said when take an elegant sky-blue dress.It was tight but full dresses which consisted of a long tunic, together with a stylish veil which fell down from the head, completely covering the neck.A golden thread was sewn along the lace work. An embroidered lace and several small sapphire stones were used to decorate the dress."Wait! It's Miss Lancia's
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Very important
"I feel so sleepy." Cecilia said when they are on the outside of the restaurant. "Do you want to go home?" "Not really. Actually, I want to buy something for Miss Kaleela. And my father, too." Max raised his brows, "Duke?" "Yes. Hmm, I want to make Makgeolli or rice wine. Two weeks later, I have to go back to Capital. So, this is the perfect time to ferment it." "I never heard anything of this. I thought wine only made from grapes. Really, what kind of book did you read?" "Plenty." She said and laugh lightly. "But, first, I have to exchange my money." "Don't worry. I will pay for you." "No, it's feel so wrong to buy a present with your money. Oh, what if I traded it with you?" Max sighed. Even though it was hurt his pride for unable to treat her better, he can't refuse her opinion. Som
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Pillow talk
Kaleela found herself trapped in Grant's arms. The sun rays escaped from the curtain and almost blinding her."Are you awake?" Grant's hoarse voice make that red haired woman turned her head and facing his face. "Good morning."Kaleela blushed. Found no courage to directly saw his gray eyes, she's hiding half of her face under the blanket. "Hmm, yeah."Grant smiled and kiss her forehead lightly. "If this was a dream, I prefer not to wake up."Kaleela tried to remember what really happened last night. It started by a silly argument in the living room before they end up in the bedroom.She didn't even remember what were they arguing about. It was Grant who kissed her first.But, what makes her surprised was she responded to it. As if her body moved by itself. She doesn't know why she can fall to his embrace.Is this a magic spell?L
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Golden flowers
"Thank you, Gale. This look remarkable!" Cecilia said before she took a bite of the toast which the bartender made for her breakfast. "Hmm! It's delicious!"Gale bowed before he sits beside Hugo. They are eating together in the small dining room which located in front of the cellar. "Thank you, Young Miss. I'm glad it suits your taste.""It's just a simple toast, Chili. Everyone can make it." Max said after he drinks a glass of an orange juice.Cecilia shook her head, "You are wrong, Max! Everybody sure can make it. But, to make a toast with this perfect golden color and a bit crispy without any burnt like this, it is a masterpiece.I'm not sure if you are a good bartender, Sir Gale. But, you must be skilled in cooking!"Gale didn't reply even she suddenly adressed him as 'Sir'. He silently ate the toast, but a small smile escaped from his lip."Oh, how did you know
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Terminated contract
"I'm terribly sorry about what happened last night." Grant bowed deeply to Max and Cecilia, who already on the Guild's Office.Hugo pretends to look busy by writing something on the paper. Meanwhile, his ears are focusing on that conversation."It's okay, Uncle. I am just… I mean, Max and I are a bit shocked… about it. But, that's okay. Both of you and Kaleela are adults. So, yeah--,"Max cut her word with cold voice, "What she's trying to say is, if you want to do something like that, please use your own room. It's not supposed to be seen in public.""I understand, Mister Max. And, I thought this is your, Niece." He said while gave a familiar red box.Cecilia smiled awkwardly, "Actually, it was for Miss Kaleela. Last night, I want to give it to her. But, she looks busy... so, well. Oh, anyway, where is she? Why didn't she come here?""Too bad. She didn't feel good and want to take some rest."Max snapped and rolled his
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Smell good at night
Max frowned. He didn't expect this news." Termination of… our contract? Is that real? Duke didn't even tell me anything." "He will tell you after arriving in the Capital. It's look like Cadia's problem was solved, and the Emperor want to give him another task. My father said that he needs my help. This is a perfect opportunity for me to prepare for becoming his heir." She said while crossing her arms. Cecilia looks so serious. Because she realized that the title can give her more power to help people surround her. But, it's too early and she need some preparations. "Wait, I don't get it. Why Emperor didn't ask one of his minister? Your father isn't his dog." "Don't be rude, Max. As a part of the Empire's citizen, it's our task to serve the Emperor." Cecilia said with concern look. If someone knew his word, he sure will be punished in jail because of showing di
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A train in the sky
"Did you hear about the South Island's resort?" Said someone in the most crowded bar in Goldia Town. It's the nearest town from South Island's border."Yes, I heard it from the merchant. They said it magical island.""What? Magic! Isn't it dangerous?" This statement make the crowd murmured.All the guests in the bar were talking about the hot topic, the newest resort in South Island. It's considered as a tourism spot with low budget even for commoner.Everybody got curious because the information in the brochure was interesting. So many things were beyond their imagination, especially the ride in amusement park."But, I'm really curious about the train in the sky called rollercoaster! Because they said that it's safe.""Train in the sky?""Is it true?""I wonder.""Oh! I heard for the first fifty persons who bring the brochure, they will get a room for free!""It is suspicious! As if they want to attrac
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Goodbye
"And that's how we married." Kaleela said when she ate her breakfast.Max mixed the porridge with his spoon." Congratulation, both of you.""Thank you so much, Mister Max! I'm glad you give us a blessing." Grant smiled ear to ear.But, the only one who look dissatisfied was Cecilia, "Wait a minute! How come you doing marriage without a ceremony or dress or party?! I can't accept this!"Kaleela rolled her eyes when saw that her niece pouted, "I already too old for wearing a gown. Besides, the most important of this was the marriage certificate.""But, still it--,""Then, hold your own ceremony. I will be more than glad to be your bridesmaid.""Auntie!" She snapped after steal a glance to Max, who looks uninterested mixing his bowl.Something seems bothering his mind and Cecilia sighed before drop that meaningless discussion.
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Oriental Garden
"You must be very… hungry." Max said, while Cecilia ate her twentieth dim sums. They are having dinner in the same restaurant they visited before in Hongport.Cecilia asked him when she notices an unknown word that written in the wooden board in front of the restaurant. Max said it was the name of that place, 'The Oriental Garden'.She grinned. Feeling a bit embarrassed because she looks so frustrated before.However, a delicious food make her sorrow away. "This steamed dim sum tasted like heaven. Tender, chewy and burst the best flavor of beef! I can eat this every day!"Max smile mischievously. But, he has some satisfaction when see her enjoying the food. "You already skipped your sword training, Chili. Be careful to not gained a weight."Cecilia put some dim sums on her spicy ramen and, gracefully, eat it. "Don't worry. I'm still doing my training.""Reall
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