The villainous young master just wants to live a Buddhist-like life.

　"Happy birthday."

　After the two little princesses were seated, they whispered to Dark.

　Dak politely replied, "Thank you."

　Their encounter during Halloween brought the three of them back into familiar territory.

　"I heard you got first place in the whole grade!" Anna cupped her hands in her heart, her face full of admiration.

　She then added, "By this time next year, you'll definitely be number one in the whole grade!"

　Is this the first thing they do when we meet?

　Dark immediately realized that she was trying to put him in a difficult position, and couldn't help but laugh and say, "Be bold, we're number one every year at this time."

　"Tch." Anna suddenly lost interest and focused her attention on the dining table.

　Angie, however, bypassed her and secretly pinched Dark's side before quickly withdrawing her hand.

　It was obvious that they wanted to frame Anqi.

　Dak ignored her.

　Angie then stealthily reached out her hand again, only to be slapped down by Dak with a "smack".

　She immediately pursed her lips, touched the back of her reddened hand, and pretended to be angry.

　Dak still ignored her.

　……

　The two little princesses kept making little movements, but none of them aroused Dak's emotions.

　He gave perfunctory replies, but was actually thinking about when Diana and Rose would arrive.

　Compared to those two mischievous kids, Diana and Rose really made him worry-free.

　Indeed, comparison is the best teacher.

　This comparison highlights the advantages of Diana and Rose.

　Speaking of Cao Cao, Cao Cao

　We're almost there.

　The Greta Bayer family of three appeared at the entrance of the banquet hall, led by a maid.

　Viscount Gretel exuded a powerful aura, immediately drawing everyone's attention upon entering.

　Many people only found out at this point that Aylvit had also invited Viscount Gretel!

　These people couldn't help but whisper among themselves, speculating endlessly about Viscount Gretel's attendance at the banquet.

　As a result, Camilla and Diana, who were by Viscount Gretel's side, were overlooked.

　Diana's hand was held firmly by Viscount Camilla. Like a little bird with its wings bound, she looked utterly dejected.

　It wasn't until she discovered Dark that her eyes lit up and she regained her energy.

　Then he quickly pulled

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　The Viscountess was led toward the head table.

　The family of three happened to be meeting their hostess, so they followed her.

　"Hey, Dark, long time no see!"

　As Viscount and Viscount Gretbeer greeted Aylvit and the princess, Diana poked her head out from behind her father and whispered to Dak.

　Although Dak wanted to say that they were together yesterday, he just nodded at this moment.

　Diana wanted to say more, but Viscount and Viscount Gretel pulled her away. They simply found an empty table and sat down, appearing remarkably unassuming.

　Shortly afterward, the entire Florentine family of four made their final appearance.

　The people in the banquet hall glanced at them, momentarily surprised that Arvitt had invited them as well.

　Flori and her family of four also went to the main table to greet everyone before trying to find an empty table to sit down.

　Upon seeing Rose, Diana immediately extended an invitation, and the two families ended up sitting at the same table.

　After Rose sat down next to Diana, her tension finally eased a little.

　……

　At this point, everyone had finally arrived.

　Arvit whispered something to the person at the table, then led Dark to the stage.

　She smiled and said, "Thank you all so much for taking time out of your busy schedules to attend Dak's birthday party. I've received all the birthday gifts you prepared, and I'm sure Dak will be pleasantly surprised when he opens them tonight. Without further ado, please enjoy the food and drinks!"

　And so the banquet began.

　……

　Viscount Gretel and Viscount Flori had not had much interaction before tonight.

　Although both were viscounts, one was a powerful figure in the military, while the other was a nobody with a title but no job at home. Their status and position were vastly different.

　But a birthday party invitation connected two people who had absolutely no connection.

　After a brief self-introduction, the two viscounts seemed to understand, as if by unspoken agreement, why they had been invited.

　The familiarity and intimacy between Diana and Rose made them realize the deep friendship between the two families' children.

　However, this is not a good thing for the parents of both sides who are already interested in arranging a marriage between their daughter (niece) and the duke's son.

　Because this means that a competitor may suddenly appear out of nowhere in front of them!

　Thus, its brilliance is concealed.

　……

　There are some topics that men are hesitant to discuss, but women don't have as many reservations about.

　Viscountess Florty was cautious and prudent, while Viscountess Greta Baye, though outwardly generous, harbored a secret love.

　The two viscountesses feigned friendship, but though no blood was spilled, the fighting was brutal.

　In the end, Viscountess Florentia, lacking confidence, was outmaneuvered, and her secrets were thoroughly exposed.

　However, Viscountess Greta Bayer was a shrewd woman and did not expose her on the spot.

　Viscountess Florentia's cheeks flushed slightly; she had completely lost her composure.

　Diana and Rose, however, were unaware of the mutual probing between their parents.

　The two little girls whispered to each other, thinking about how to invite Dark to dance with them without being interrupted by the two little princesses.

　Diana, in particular, was quite concerned about the existence of the third princess, Angel.

　Last Halloween, it was this third princess who disrupted her plans.

　This time, she was determined to win and turn the tables.

　Before she arrived, Viscountess Greta Bayle, having seen through her thoughts, gave her a short, immediate lesson.

　Tell her that you can get what a girl wants.

　muster our strength and take the initiative.

　Don't worry about failing.

　Even if she fails, her mother will be there to support her.

　So just go for it!

　The Greta Bayer family also has the confidence to do so.

　……

　Rose, however, was somewhat envious of Diana's lack of scruples.

　……

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Chapter 462 Arvit's Happy Troubles (4k)

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　While Viscountess Florentia was willing to take the risks for her, she also harbored the intention of using this opportunity to climb the social ladder by associating with the Duke's mansion.

　The couple did not hide their little secret and told Rose very frankly.

　But after understanding all this, Rose became more hesitant about pursuing this emotionally charged relationship, which had become impure due to the mix of interests.

　Moreover, she had initially taken a stance of supporting Diana.

　Despite the unexpected support from her uncle and aunt, she ultimately did not change her mind.

　She can find other ways to pursue her interests.

　In her emotional pursuits, she ultimately hoped for something purer.

　Moreover, Diana's position in her heart was still higher than that of Dark at this time.

　……

　The birthday party proceeded very smoothly.

　Pretty and cute maids moved around the restaurant, bringing out new dishes and taking away empty plates from time to time, and the atmosphere gradually became lively.

　With Darke no longer around, the family members felt much more relaxed, which led to a surge in their appetites and an uncontrollable curiosity.

　They began to look for a starting point for conversation by focusing on the only two outsiders invited by the two ducal mansions.

　While adults tend to instinctively focus on family power, children are more likely to pay attention to their peers first.

　"I know one of those two girls."

　Kyle covered his mouth with his chubby hand and whispered.

　The twins at the same table exchanged a glance. Jon, the older brother, scoffed, "The only jewel of the Giant Bear Clan, who wouldn't recognize him?"

　Kyle was taken aback: "The only jewel of the Giant Bear family, who is it?"

　Jon: "?"

　Kyle asked in confusion, "I'm talking about the one from the Florty family."

　“No.” Jon’s eyes widened. “I mean, you really don’t know Diana?”

　Kyle scratched his head, his confusion deepening. "What's wrong? Why do I need to know her?"

　Jon froze, utterly speechless.

　Thomas, the other person at the table, couldn't help but chuckle, then said, "Don't mention it. I happen to know both of them; they're both Dak's classmates. Isn't it normal to invite classmates to a birthday party?"

　Jon disagreed, saying, "But if I remember correctly, that kid from the Doron family also enrolled last year, but he wasn't invited. So there's definitely something fishy going on between this girl and Dark!"

　Joey agreed, "Brother's right, there's definitely something fishy going on! What do you think, if we dig deeper, could we use it as leverage, and then..."

　"Hiss!" Kelton exclaimed immediately, "I don't know anything!"

　"Tch." Joey gave him a disapproving look. "Kyle, can you stop being so scared? Dark isn't a real demon; he doesn't eat people."

　Kyle muttered, "You weren't like this when Dark was here."

　Joey pouted and said, "So even when he's not around, I can't have a good chatter session?"

　Then she whispered, "By the way, do you know how Dark reconciled with those two princesses? I remember they had a really big fight back then!"

　Jon pretended to be serious: "Sis, you know, time can heal a lot of things."

　Joey questioned, "But those are the two princesses!"

　Listening to the twins' charade, Thomas couldn't help but say, "Seriously, do you guys really not read the newspapers? The story of Dark and Princess Angel was on the front page of the Great Sage Daily! I still remember the name of that article."

　Joey became interested: "Really?"

　Thomas said, "How could it be fake?"

　Then he straightened his expression and imitated the words clearly and loudly: "Shocking! The Duke's mansion may be arranging a marriage with the royal family. The Duke's son and the royal princess are engaged on Halloween!"