The Transmigration Survival Guide

Book 10: Chapter 18

Frankly, I find you even more annoying than Edward. I hated his guts. I surmise he was burnt in the building that time. I didnt pull any punches with Alexis and Oaksvid.

I really didnt think that theyd find us. The five of us sat at the centre of the most resplendent dining hall in the imperial capital. Leah vigilantly surveyed our surroundings because she was tense. Veirya  silently monitored the uninvited duo. That said, I was annoyed because they were troublesome, while Veirya was frustrated merely because they disturbed our happy day.

Oaksvid smiled helplessly: Sorry, sorry, we did not deliberately disturb you. It is just that Duke Alexis has something urgent to say.

Urgent, defined as you wanting to discuss the colony, correct? I spitefully questioned. Fine, this is pretty much a private meeting, so Ill be forthright with you. The last time I went to the South had nothing to do with researching the colony. The only reason I went there was for Ross, whos my disciple. His sister is Alberts wife, who was about to give birth, which is why I went to pay them a visit. As for Madam Melissa, I helped her because we had a trade going on. And thats why I dont hold the answer to all these questions youre asking me about.

I was honest with them. Well, not entirely. At least half was true, though, for I truly didnt do anything in the colony. Alexis wore the conceited grin of a man who believed he had everything under his control. It was as if he was suggesting that he saw through my lie. The reality was that the washed-up loser didnt know what happened. Well, I guess he did know something if nothing was the equivalent of something.

I genuinely dont know anything; it has nothing to do with me! The colony hasnt even been on my radar! Stop deluding yourself that I know something and annoying me! I dont know anything for crying out loud, I raged to myself.

Irate, Veirya tugged my hand. Hey, I was angry, too. The two kept harassing me over and over, acting as if they were my boss, and I had something to beg of them. I didnt get angry when people treated me the same way in the past since I was aware that I couldnt talk back to them when I relied on them. Now, however, I wasnt inferior to them.

The only reason Im not a duke is because of my background. Who the heck do you think you are to be ordering me around?! And this isnt the first time! I wanted to shout in their faces.

Seriously, youre really getting on my nerves now, I outright said. I was done wasting my breath with them. Perhaps Veirya and Leah gave me a boost in courage, or maybe Alexis conceited smile struck the wrong nerve, but I forewent all courtesy in my speech. I told you that the most important matter to me at the moment is getting married with Veirya, my fiance. I never even considered the colony after I arrived here. I turned down Queen Sisis job for the very reason that I didnt want to leave my wife and child. I went out today solely to enjoy some time with them, yet you two still had to bug me. To be frank, I want to trip you up now so that you learn some respect.

I felt amazing after I got it off my chest. Usually, I dont act on my emotions; I wouldve repressed my anger if I was still in the North. I didnt say to their face before today for fear of giving Sisi trouble.I couldnt stand it any longer when I saw how irate Veirya was as a result of their incessant harassment, neverthelesss. Did I mention I hated the two of them? Guess its not overkill if Im repeating myself when Im annoyed.

Alexis and Oaksvid both froze. Alexis probably didnt think Id go straight for a haymaker. After all, he sat on his lofty duke throne and thought he was impregnable. But wait. Even Veirya was surprised my sudden assertiveness.

And thats my stance. I have no interest in joining your beef with the businessmen in the South. Im not their friend and certainly not you buddy. Im not taking any side. All I want to do is live a peaceful life with my wife and daughter. If you truly understand me, then youll realise that what I need most right now is a peaceful life. Enjoy your meal. I believe my wife prefers other places. I stood up, grabbed Veirya and Leahs hands and turn to leave, completely ignoring the other twos gazes.

I heard Oaksvid chair slid out underneath him, and he chased after me. Veirya didnt say anything, but I didnt need to guess what she was thinking. The question was, Can I treat him to a knuckle sandwich? I was positive Veirya didnt like the two, so she was wondering if she could just sledge anyone who tried to harass us.

I stopped to think: Being abrasive with words is one thing since its just a minor conflict and nobody will make a deal out of it. If it turns into a physical altercation, then things will be serious. If we dont handle it well, well have to bear all of the consequences. If Sisi was the one with me and complaining, Id let Sisi whack them, but Veirya she doesnt know how to pull punches. If she goes too far, I wont be able to shake of responsibility.

I pressed my hand on Veiryas to stop her. When Oaksvid grabbed my hand, though, Leah suddenly let go and spun around. She grabbed his Oaksvids hand with both hands, startling him and arresting his attention.

Papa Papa hasnt been with Leah in a long time Leah Leah misses Papa very much, so please can you let Leahs Papa spend time with Leah? Leah revealed her puppy eyes and pitiful expression to Oaksvid.

The moment Oaksvid looked down at Leah, he slowly let go, and let us leave. Well, I guess the succubus, Leah, can be quite useful sometimes, huh?