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Under the Oak Tree

The official English translation is finally here! A flawless love story of the flawed. Stuttering lady Maximilian is forced into a marriage with Sir Riftan, but he leaves on a campaign after their wedding night. 3 years later, he triumphantly returns, ready to cherish her. As life with her husband finally begins, she only has one question — does she deserve this love and happiness? [The first season's spin-off and the second season of "Under the Oak Tree" will resume in the last week of August. Thank you for your support and patience in the meanwhile.]

Suji Kim · ファンタジー
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451 Chs

Chapter 8

"N-No… Th-That's not what I…"

"What is it, then? Is there another man?"

Unable to make sense of Riftan's words, Maxi could only gaze fearfully at his blazing eyes. He closed in on her, spitting words out through clenched teeth.

"Were you with another man while I was off fighting for my life?"

"N-No!"

Her voice faltered. His grip loosened, but his face was still contorted in suspicion.

"Then why did you bring up divorce?"

"Everyone s-said that when you c-came b-back, you would d-divorce m-me and m-marry the p-princess, s-so…"

"Princess?" he asked sharply, understanding finally dawning on his face.

Maxi nodded, holding back tears. He blinked before emitting a stream of curses, running a hand through his hair.

"Blighted fools, wagging their useless tongues…"