Beast King'S Crippled Mate

61 Chapter 61: Bored Aria (II)

Aria didn't immediately say yes to confirm the merchant's question, because she was angry at Swan who was still alive even though she was supposed to die by the time she left the palace gate.

Not only did she not die yet, but she also dared to work side by side with the Beast King! Did that cripple not know her place?!

"Your Highness? You're indeed the only Princess our country has, right?” The

merchant repeated his question since he didn't get an answer before, and Aria resumed

her amicable smile.

“Of course, I am the only one," Aria confirmed “Though, just to be sure, was it really the Beast King who said that?"

"Yes, Your Highness. The Beast King seems to be very proud of his little wife. I assume she is supposed to replace you, right? I heard that rumor before," the merchant said.

He noticed that Princess Aria's smile gradually dissipated and he was afraid of offending her, so he quickly added, “B-but, that woman holds no candle against you, Princess. I'm afraid the Beast King would've ditched her instantly the moment he saw your beauty.”

The bright and proud smile returned to Aria's face as she nodded, “Of course. Yes, she is supposed to be my replacement. Oh, don't tell anyone, but she's actually a whore's daughter that we picked up." 2

this revelation, "I-Is that allowed, Your Highness? What if the Beast King finds out and gets angry for being deceived? He might return to Holy Achate and demand

my duty as the Royal Princess

knew it was a bit foolish of her to disclose such a vital secret to a mere merchant,

inferior replacement for her. The moment

wished the rumor would worsen, and the Beast King would

hadn't thought that far yet, but she knew it would

might be kidnapped and forced to be his bride. It was a scary, yet also somewhat exciting

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"Two gold coins each, Your Highness. But since I have to make a profit, I am selling it at three gold coins each only for you,” the merchant replied honestly. Princess Aria had been his regular client since she was young, so he didn't mind disclosing all the trade information to her. “It's very expensive, but since there is a shortage of pearls from the West Sea, it's still profitable

sneered as she ran her finger on the smooth round pearl. “I didn't expect the Beast King to have a

it, but with the power he has, I imagine the possibility is endless. Who knows he might control the whole continent-or even the world in

leave now. Don't worry, I will purchase all of those pearls," Aria

have been so kind to be my best patron for

tell your fellow merchant to have more cooperation with the Kingdom of Beastmen. Make sure the Beast King knows that Princess Aria of Holy

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and to never let the Beast King know about her existence. Naturally, the merchant wouldn't dare to spread such a rumor without the Queen's order, "Is it allowed for us to spread such words, Your Highness? Isn't it too dangerous? Or should I consult with

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