A loud roar shook the place.
"What the hell did you say?"
"Mother found me a fiancée? We were getting married in a few days?" Roland, who was basking in the sun, widened his eyes, looking bewildered.
"This is too sudden!"
He knew nothing, not even who the bride was, and he was already getting married?
Just like that?
It was more crude than a blind date itself.
"That's right! Your father and brothers are both gone so the lady was worried about you and the continuation of the bloodline."
"If you didn't hurry up and get married and have children, if something unexpected happened, the bloodline of the Weiss family would be completely cut off!"
Priya's expression was very serious as she spoke this which made Roland realise the gravity of the matter.
Indeed, this was a very serious matter.
Throughout history, countless nobles on the continent have disappeared into the river of history due to the extinction of their bloodlines.
For nobles, procreation was a very important mission. The more members in the family, the more stable the family heritage.
From this perspective, the Weiss family was obviously in the most critical moment. There was only Roland left in the direct bloodline.
If Roland died, the Weiss family would almost certainly be expelled and cease to exist. Their past generation were Tribal chiefs but during the founding of the Kingdom of Jin, his ancestral grandfather took a stand.
He fought and survived with farming tools, followed by a ground of farmers. Witnessing his bravery and loyalty, the King of that time bestowed them a title that had lasted this long.
However, the term arranged marriage made him a bit uncomfortable. What if the woman was a bad character?
And then comes the appearance..
Moreover, instead of young girls, he liked mature beauties like Priya. In fact, he had already planned to pursue Priya and take her as his wife. They were so close during the child and he had even declared in front of everyone that Priya would be his wife.
Noticing his gaze, Priya shook her head.
"Master, it's not time for that. I am already your maid so I am already in your grasp, whereas you shouldn't ignore Her Lady's dying wish. I can't be the main wife and tarnish your reputation."
Priya's straightforwardness made Roland embarrassed.
"The lady Miss, arranged before death, was educated and capable of leading Barony, unlike me."
Roland was both shocked and uncomfortable about this and then sighed in regret. He can't just force her like a beast, can he?
"Will you not regret it?"Roland asked with a deadpan expression wanting to get a reaction from Priya but she just stood quite annoyed.
He felt a bit stuffy inside.In these few days, he had found himself fond of her.She wasn't fair skin rather a bit tanned however, she had an excellent figure and had an honest heart.
"Alright! But if the woman isn't good, then I am not going to marry."
"Don't worry, she is both virtuous and beautiful," Priya answered with a smile.
Upon hearing this, Roland's sense of rejection immediately decreased.
As an adult, he naturally understood that responsibility and obligation went hand in hand.
Since he had inherited the title and land of the Weiss family to inherit and strengthen this family.
Of course….
Obligations were obligations.
If he was asked to marry just any random woman, he definitely wouldn't agree.
Knowing Roland's thoughts, Priya smiled and gave a positive answer, "The fiancée your mother found for you is Janet, the eldest daughter of the neighbouring territory's Knight. She was a very beautiful girl, so you could rest assured."
Upon hearing this, Roland's eyes lit up, and the remaining trace of resistance disappeared completely.
Instead, he became somewhat excited.
Soon, Roland started researching about her. He didn't hear anything negative so the preparations began in full swing.
However, before that, Roland decided to meet the person in charge.
.....
Roland paused his work and looked up when Priya spoke softly, "My Lord, she is here."
"Allow her," he replied calmly.
The door creaked open, and a woman with a wrinkled face entered the room. She walked with careful steps, her eyes filled with both respect and caution.
Roland studied her for a moment and then asked directly, "You are Jenny, right? Mother of Janet."
"Yes, My Lord," the woman nodded and bowed respectfully before him.
"My mother arranged my marriage with your daughter. Do you have any grievances?"
Roland's voice was steady and clear.
Jenny quickly shook her head, "Of course not… How can it be? In fact, it's a blessing," she replied honestly.
Roland leaned slightly forward and asked, "As for Lady Janet?"
Jenny looked up at him and spoke with a calm tone, "My Lord, I don't know if you are curious about the past, but I will speak the truth. Though Janet's marriage was arranged with the First Lord, they never even met once."
"Huh!" Roland raised his brows in surprise, not understanding what she meant at first.
Seeing the confusion, Priya stepped in to explain, "My Lord, actually, Lady Janet was selected to be the Baroness and marry the First Lord, as arranged by your mother. So, she had been educated from early on. Her father, Bernaed, was once a knighy who served alongside His Lord Baron, and Lady Jenny's mother here was the head maid before I took the position."
Roland felt like he had been struck by lightning. He had known about their family background but had no idea the marriage was planned so far in advance.
Priya sighed quietly, "It was only a few days after the Baroness's death that she revealed this to me. I don't think anyone else knew."
Roland turned his gaze to Jenny, who gently shook her head. "Rest assured, My Lord, except me, no one knows about it. My husband has passed away, and although Janet was trained and groomed, she was never told about the arrangement as per Lady's instructions. It was to be kept secret until the day of marriage."
"I see…" Roland nodded slowly, realizing how carefully his mother had thought things through.
'As expected from nobles… most of them think well ahead,' he thought to himself.
"In that case, since everyone is happy, let's proceed," Roland said with a warm smile.
That gentle smile touched Jenny's heart. From just this short conversation, she could feel that the young Lord was mature and respectful. Her heart felt lighter, thinking her daughter might have a happy future with him.
...
Five days later.
The wedding was held as scheduled.
To help Roland, who had just become the Baron of Weiss, integrate into the local noble circle as soon as possible, Priya chose to make it a grand event.
Invitations were sent to almost all the nobles they knew nearby.
Therefore, the Weiss family estate that day could be described as bustling.Noble guests dressed in formal attire could be seen everywhere.
Sadly, not many Lords or Barons arrived.
It's not that they didn't want to give Roland a face but rather the demise of the family in the hands of undead monsters made them guard against the place.
Who knows if an accident happens on the way?Roland also didn't pressed them.
Roland, also dressed in formal attire, saw his future wife, Janet.
Just as his mother said, she was a very beautiful girl.
Fair skin, a bit voluptuous figure, and a head of soft golden hair.
It perfectly matched his aesthetic.
What mattered was that she wasn't just any young girl of similar age to him. It seemed despite being not so close, his mother knew his preferences.
Feeling Roland's burning gaze, Janet, dressed in a pure white gown, blushed slightly and shyly lowered her head.
Next…
Under the witness of numerous guests and the priest of the Church of Love, Roland, and Janet successfully completed their wedding.
Officially becoming a newlywed couple.