Lord: Marry the villain's daughter at the beginning?

Just when Lilith began to control the situation in an orderly manner thanks to her strong reputation, different voices were heard from within the royal capital.

Some rumors began to spread wildly in the royal capital, especially among most ordinary people.

For example, the East Territory suffered from the Goddess's punishment. As for why the punishment was from God, it was because a person who was not worthy of the position sat in a position that he should not sit in, and the Goddess was very angry.

Lilith was almost amused by this rumor. After all, not to mention that Lilith could communicate directly with 550C, with the promotion of the Holy Word, basically no one would believe such an outrageous rumor.

However, Lilith did not expect that there would actually be people attacking her and spreading these rumors at this critical moment for the kingdom.

Originally, Lilith didn't pay much attention to these rumors, but unexpectedly, for some reason, the information about the East Territory in the rumors was more detailed than what Lilith had in her hands, as if she had experienced it personally.

Moreover, as the rumor spread, it unknowingly began to become logically consistent.

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The famous adventurer Paul was wandering around the royal capital at this time.

Because of Lilith's loose-outside-tight-inside policy, although Paul was relaxing in the city as usual, he also found that some situations in the capital had changed.

Ever since the appearance of the musket, it has become increasingly difficult for adventurers to survive. At first, it had no effect on high-level adventurers like Paul, but gradually, Paul could no longer receive any big orders, and there were fewer and fewer tasks on the tavern bulletin board.

But Paul didn't really care, because he was still young, only in his early twenties. He became a professional with his superb talent, and through unconventional means and a bunch of adventures, he has reached the fourth level of professional. He has a very high reputation among adventurers and has rich combat experience. Even if he doesn't become an adventurer, his future is bright.

Although he was still very young and came from an ordinary family, Paul had basically never suffered any setbacks, and all the crises he encountered were overcome without any serious consequences.

It is precisely because of this that Paul's ambition is different from those of ordinary adventurers who just live their lives. Although Paul himself cannot explain it clearly, it is definitely not possible to live his life in a muddle like ordinary adventurers. He must at least become a nobleman, a knight, a hero. It would be even better if he could be noticed by a princess or the like and perform a romantic scene in an opera.

It is not difficult for a talent like Paul to become a nobleman. It just requires an opportunity. Paul does not want to become a nobleman in such a mediocre way. He must have some pioneering achievements or military merits.

Just as Paul was strolling in the outer city, thinking about whether he should join the army and serve the queen in the East Territory after hearing about the changes that had occurred in the East Territory, a hooded girl suddenly rushed straight into Paul's arms.

"Sorry, are you okay?"

Although the other party rushed towards him directly, it was obvious that she was looking back nervously and did not notice Paul, not to mention that she looked like a girl. If she was a grown man, Paul might have started scolding her directly.

"No, it's okay."

As soon as the girl raised her head, Paul was shocked by the face under the hood. She was so beautiful.

The girl's long hair was slightly messy while running, and a few strands of hair stuck to her slightly sweaty forehead, making her look a little embarrassed, but her beauty that could not be concealed still emanated from her tired and nervous expression. Her skin was pale and delicate, with a hint of a sickly blush due to fear, which made the girl look even more fragile and aroused Paul's desire to protect her.

Moreover, Paul always felt that he had seen this girl somewhere, otherwise she must be a celebrity.

"Ma'am, what happened? Do you need my help?"

Paul, who was born as an adventurer, even softened his words and tone.

The girl looked Paul up and down, as if she was observing whether he was trustworthy. Paul was keenly aware that there were quite a few professionals around, and their levels were not low. It seemed that these professionals were chasing the girl.

The girl seemed to notice that someone was chasing her, so she looked at Paul with tears in her eyes and said, "Help me!"

Paul had imagined this kind of scene countless times in his mind, but he never expected it to actually happen to him, so without even thinking, he ran away with the girl in front of him.

Fortunately, the pursuers in the dark did not seem to be very determined, and Paul quickly brought the girl to the safe house he had prepared as an adventurer.

Looking at the panting girl, Paul said, "Don't worry, no one should be chasing us. Besides, this is the safe house I prepared for trading with others. No one will find us."

In fact, it was prepared to bypass the Tavern Guild and take orders privately. This is not a rare thing among high-level adventurers.

"Really... That's great, thank you so much."

The girl's plain brown-gray linen skirt was stained with dirt and leaves, her hood was covered with scratches, and her shoes were worn out. However, the plain clothes did not conceal her temperament, but made her look more extraordinary in this contrast.

Paul could tell at a glance that the girl's identity was not simple, just like what was described in knight novels.

The girl played with her hair, panting and looking at Paul.

Looking at the girl's eyes, Paul felt himself fall instantly.

"The people chasing you are not simple. Who are they?"

Although he said this, Paul had already thought of what to name the child.

"No, I can't tell you. It's very dangerous even if you just know it. I will leave here after dark. I can't involve you in this!"

The girl's actions were a bit exaggerated, but Paul, who had already considered where his child would go to school, didn't care about that at all. He said, "I'm a high-level adventurer, and I'm in danger every day. Since you can't say it, how about you just hire me to protect you?"

Hearing Paul claiming to be a high-level adventurer, the girl did not doubt it, but was surprised. But then she quickly fell silent, as if she was hesitating, and finally said: "But I don't have money now, so I can't afford to hire a high-level adventurer."

After hearing this, Paul unbuttoned a button on the girl's hooded cloak and said, "Well, now you have paid."

"How can this be possible? I..."

The girl was about to refuse, but Paul said, "I am not only an adventurer, I also aspire to be a knight, lady. As long as you are treated unfairly, I swear that I will protect you with my life."

"Really? But my situation is really very dangerous."

Seeing the girl's hesitation, Paul felt even more distressed and said directly, "It is my duty."

The girl seemed to have made up her mind and said to Paul: "I am the princess of this country, Claire Augustine."

Claire began her performance.