madnovel Chapter 74 Once I've won you over, you're finished.
Chapter 74 Once I've won you over, you're finished.
"Why bring it up earlier?"
"Because that would throw all the enemies' movements into disarray, wouldn't it?" Ivina looked away.
Rod frowned.
"Are you sure? One day isn't nearly enough time for you to stand in front of everyone without any problems."
"You almost fainted in front of a dozen people last time, let alone in front of a large number of people."
"I don't care! I'm having my coming-of-age ceremony the day after tomorrow, or at the very least the day after that... I want to leave the Duke's mansion as soon as possible!" Ivina cried out coquettishly, showing a look of unyielding defiance.
Rhodes also calmed down.
He understood that Ivina genuinely wanted to minimize the trouble she caused, which was why she was doing this.
Even though he had given her an unlimited amount of leeway to prepare, she was like a timid cat, desperately trying to push back all the help he offered.
She just... didn't want to cause him trouble.
That idiot,
Rhodes cursed inwardly, but there was nothing he could do.
This was indeed the best approach for him. If Ivina's coming-of-age ceremony was brought forward, it would disrupt Cecilia's plans and thwart the witch's scheme.
After all, Ivina's coming-of-age ceremony was of great importance, and the nobles present were most of the powerful and influential people in the Eastern District.
If Cecilia successfully captures and brainwashes these nobles, her plan to control Phillips and other cities will definitely succeed.
Cecilia clearly knew that he held the card of Merrick, so if she wanted to follow the original plan, she would definitely use an even stronger card to control the Duke's mansion and disrupt Ivina's coming-of-age ceremony.
However, it is clear that if Ivina's coming-of-age ceremony is indeed six or seven days earlier than planned, Rhodes does not believe that Cecilia can prepare this new card in such a short time.
Therefore, they are very likely to give up this struggle due to the timing of their coming-of-age ceremony and retreat to other cities.
In this way, the crisis can be basically resolved.
But... putting aside the fact that Rhodes still doesn't quite believe she would willingly leave like this, he also believes that...
Even if her coming-of-age ceremony is brought forward and she doesn't have all the cards in her hand ready, she'll still definitely try to annoy him.
But he also understood that, no matter what, he couldn't persuade Ivina to give up this idea.
A girl's stubbornness is a natural part of her personality, so how could it possibly be changed?
So, all we can do is try our best.
"I understand. Let's do as you say and disrupt those witches' plans." Rhodes sighed.
"Hmm..." Ivina nodded, then lowered her eyes and rubbed her toes under the covers.
"Hmph, go to sleep, it's late."
After she finished speaking, she climbed to the other side of the bed on her own, seemingly not wanting to pay any attention to Rhodes at all.
This is Ivina—a stubborn, domineering, and self-absorbed person who speaks her own mind, yet you can feel the good intentions in every word she says.
Why be kind to others and malicious to yourself?
Rhodes simply placed all the clothes neatly beside the bed, then lifted the blanket that Ivina had already warmed up.
A cool breeze blew in, and Ivina shivered, saying coquettishly, "Hurry up and cover it up."
Just like an old married couple.
Rhodes turned his head to look at Ivina, his eyes growing even deeper.
"W-what are you doing? Are you plotting something? You finally couldn't hold back anymore?" Ivina didn't notice Rhodes's gaze at first. She looked at him repeatedly before shouting out those words.
"No, that won't happen." Rhodes shook his head. "At least, my principle is to make others come to me because they can't help but do so, rather than taking the initiative."
"Huh?" Ivina's face stiffened.
"Hmm. To put it simply... if you actually leave the Duke's mansion, in my eyes you've been conquered by me."
Rhodes nodded, then stroked his chin and said, "Only when I've successfully won you over will I feel a sense of accomplishment, but then I'll really start plotting against you."
"???"
Ivina's mind was completely blank, as if it had been through a brainstorming session. She had no idea what nonsense Rhodes was spouting.
But in the end, the idea is that as soon as you leave the Duke's mansion, you will be raped.
Oh dear, how could Rod be so wicked... If I can't get out, I'll die; if I do get out, I'll get fucked...
Ivina's ear tips instantly turned a terrifying red, and her whole body felt hot.
Glug glug...
I'm hungry.
She turned her head and looked at Rhodes, her eyes filled with malice.
It's all his fault for causing me to accidentally enter a state of fear.
In fact, this is the case.
Once she falls into a state of desire, her craving for blood intensifies.
Or, in other words, her desires could be very strong if she lacked blood for a long time.
This is why she needs to use other consciousnesses to protect herself... after all, Cecilia can't handle this kind of long-term demand.
Okay, whatever—
"what!"
Ivina pounced on him, biting down on Rhodes' shoulder and gulping down his blood.
"What do you mean?" Rhodes didn't understand, but didn't react much. "Are you hungry?"
"Coo coo coo." Ivina's little fangs were poking into Rhodes's shoulder, and she could only make a few random sounds to express her dissatisfaction.
But after only a couple of sips, Ivina was too full to drink anymore.
Even though she still harbored resentment and wanted to drain Rhodes dry, she simply couldn't do it.
"How did you get stronger again?"
"Hiss... just this little bit?" Rhodes was also puzzled.
This time, Ivina was full after drinking less than 100 milliliters, which is too little.
"..." Ivina turned her head away, grabbed a pillow and angrily threw it at Rhodes. "I'm not playing with you anymore, I'm going to sleep!"
"Wasn't it you who suddenly drank my blood?"
"You're the one who suddenly said you wanted to do it with me from now on, right?" Ivina retorted, blushing.
"Oh, I was wrong."
"snort."
Ivina went back to her bed, pulled the blanket over her head, and disappeared without a trace.
Goodnight, Ivina.
Rhodes uttered his last words, but his mind was already deep in thought.
How exactly did he manage to make Ivina truly trust him within a single day?
Yes, it's obviously extremely difficult to get Ivina to successfully complete her coming-of-age ceremony, max out her affection level, and unlock special CGs all within a single day.
Rhodes was thinking about how to pass this help on to Ivina.
But in the end, he didn't realize that no matter how much help he tried to give Ivina, it would be useless.
After all, as long as the truth that she is Cecilia's [original form] remains unrevealed, she won't have the courage to do it...