Guidebook for the Dark Duke

The two of them stayed in the room for a while. Evan watched the expression on the Duke’s face soften a little and then went downstairs with the Duke.

When they came downstairs, they saw Butler Chris standing beside the dining table, while little Edward was already sitting in his seat. Seeing Evan and the Duke come down, he ran towards Evan excitedly.

“Evan!” He jumped into Evan’s arms with a smile, and said loudly, “I didn’t even know you were here.”

Evan stroked the top of little Edward’s hair with a smile and said softly, “I came too late, so I didn’t bother you.” This sentence is of course a big lie, but when Evan said this, his face was not red and his heart was not beating fast, but it was Duke Wilson’s eyes that dodged to the side.

Although little Edward was precocious, he didn’t know about this kind of thing, so he believed it, smiled and pulled Evan to sit beside him and enthusiastically piled his favorite food on Evan’s plate.

Evan touched his face with a smile, and said softly, “Okay, you have to eat well.”

Evan’s sudden move made little Edward’s face flush and he nodded shyly, but he couldn’t help rubbing his face on Evan’s palm.

Evan laughed but Duke Wilson, who was sitting on the side, felt a little uncomfortable in his heart. He hurriedly tugged at Evan’s other hand, and said, “Let’s eat quickly.”

Evan turned back, he patted the back of Duke Wilson’s hand lightly and started eating with peace of mind.

After breakfast, Duke Wilson had less work to do because it was already winter, so the group of them went directly to the newly built glass greenhouse in the garden to take a look at the new roses cultivated by the new gardener.

The gardener had served the French court, but was exiled to England because of a court coup. Later, by chance, he was bought back by Duke Wilson.

When Evan saw the roses for the first time, he also thought it was amazing. Sure enough, the IQ of the ancients should not be underestimated.

The three of them just stayed here, drinking black tea and admiring the roses and the atmosphere was very warm for a while.

It’s just that even so, there are still people who don’t have long-sightedness, who always come to disturb.

Butler Chris walked in hesitantly, and said in a low voice, “My lord, Sheriff Chandler is here.”

Duke Wilson’s expression, which was still smiling, froze. Duke Wilson, who was satisfied, became a little impatient, “What is he here for?” His tone was cold and stiff.

Butler Chris’ heart was beating like drums. He could see that the Duke was in a very good mood before and didn’t want anyone to disturb him, but he couldn’t help it with this kind of thing.

“The sheriff said that he needs to explain what happened to Colonel Mel.” The reason why Butler Chris took the risk to report back was because Colonel Mel was involved.

Sure enough, upon hearing this, Duke Wilson’s expression darkened.

“Let him wait for me in the living room.” Other people’s affairs are fine, he can’t ignore Mel’s affairs, this is his own.

Duke Wilson dismissed Butler Chris, turned around, walked to Evan and said, “I have some things to do so I’ll go back first, you and Edward should stay here. If you feel cold, go back.”

When he spoke, his eyes were full of tenderness.

Edward, who was sitting on the side playing with his tin soldier, was stunned by Duke Wilson’s expression.

He had never seen his father look like this.

Evan nodded. Since the Duke won’t let him get involved in these things, then he should just stay here.

The Duke strode out of the conservatory and returned to the castle.

Sheriff Chandler was sitting in the living room at this time, his brows were tightly furrowed and he seemed to be in a very bad mood.

“My lord duke.” He saluted the Duke who came over, “I’m sorry to disturb you today.”

The Duke waved his hands with a cold expression, “If you have anything to say, just say it.”

Sheriff Chandler showed a look of embarrassment on his face, he licked his dry lips and then said, “Mel wants to see you. ”

“To see me?” Duke Wilson sneered, “He still has the face to see me?” ”

“I know you are very disappointed in Colonel Mel, but I still want you to see him this time.” Sheriff Chandler said with some shame, “Mel said that if you don’t see him, he won’t plead guilty in court. You know, if he refuses to plead guilty, this matter will become very complicated.”

At this point, Sheriff Chandler seemed really ashamed. Because of the chief’s persecution, he had to come to ask for help from Duke Wilson, which was embarrassing enough for him.

Duke Wilson frowned. It is still not possible to push Mel too hard. If he is pushed too hard, he will go crazy, and his own affairs may be implicated.

“I see, I’ll go and see him.” Duke Wilson said with a cold look on his face.

Sheriff Chandler didn’t expect the Duke to agree to him so easily, he was overjoyed, and immediately said, “Thank you so much, I hope your kindness can make Mel repent.”

Duke Wilson nodded coldly, but was thinking in his heart about how to hold Mel and stop him from talking too much.

This time when he went to Mel, Duke Wilson did not take Evan with him. He made a decision almost immediately and immediately left with Sheriff Chandler, but before leaving, he told Chris to take care of Evan and Edward.

Duke Wilson and Sheriff Chandler came to the police station together in a carriage and Duke Wilson’s personal arrival made the whole police station fall into a panic, but the Duke kept his expression dark and expressionless.

Sheriff Chandler led the Duke to the place where Mel was being held, the Duke frowned as he looked at the dirty prison and waved to the sheriff behind him, “You go first, I want to talk to him alone.”

Of course, Sheriff Chandler would not go against Duke Wilson’s wishes at this time, and immediately left obediently.

After Sheriff Chandler left, Duke Wilson finally opened his mouth after seeing Mel’s pale face.

“What do you want to tell me?” His tone was very cold, with a hint of anger.

Mel looked up at the Duke, but there was a smile on the corner of his mouth, “My lord, are you not worried that I will talk nonsense?” His tone was relaxed and comfortable, as if he was not the one who was in prison at this time .

“What do you want to say?” Duke Wilson’s expression was calm, without any fluctuation, “No one will believe what you say now.”

Colonel Mel looked straight at him, not letting go of any slight change on his face. He didn’t smile wryly until he finally confirmed that Duke Wilson was really confident.

“You’re right.” He lowered his head, “It is true that no one will believe me now.”

“But!” He suddenly raised his head and looked at the Duke with a burning look, “Even if no one will believe me, I think you don’t want to be caught in this kind of mess. After all, it’s not a good thing for your reputation.”

Duke Wilson’s expression remained unchanged, and he said slowly, “Are you threatening me?”

“No, no, no.” Mel finally laughed and waved his hand lightly, “How dare I threaten you? I just want to make a deal with you.” He looked unusually reserved at this time, as if he was still the same as before, that gentleman Mel.

“What do you want?” Duke Wilson asked impatiently with him.

Mel laughed, “You are still like this, you always do things simply and quickly.” He paused slightly, and then said, “This time, what I did was really bad and it turned out to be a mess. This is so embarrassing.”

Duke Wilson sneered, “It’s good that you know. The last thing you should have done in this matter was to touch Evan, you should know my bottom line.”

Mel sighed, “Although I can see that you have feelings for Reverend Bruce, I still underestimated this feeling. This is my miscalculation, but since you are in such a behind-the-scenes situation now, then you should be able to understand my mood at the time.”

He lowered her head slightly, unable to clearly see the expression on her face, “I will take responsibility for this incident. Elisa is pregnant, and I hope she can live a good life.”

Duke Wilson raised his eyebrows, “Is this your condition? But you also know that Sheriff Chandler was also present when Elisa confessed to her crime. This is not just a problem between us.”

Mel laughed after hearing this, “My lord, I never underestimate your ability. I believe you can do such a small thing.”

Duke Wilson also laughed, but his smile was chilly as he said coldly, “Although I can do it, why would I do this kind of thing for you? If you dared to touch Evan, didn’t you think about how I would treat you?”

Colonel Mel smiled wryly: “Well, of course I thought about it, but no matter what the consequences are, I will not complain, but Elisa…” He smiled bitterly, “She was pulled into this whirlpool by me, I can’t watch her die. Lord Duke, I believe that you would not want to let Reverend Bruce know the things we did secretly.” He looked at Duke Wilson meaningfully. He can guarantee that if the noble priest finds out about the things they have done, he would be so frightened that he would pass out.

Hearing this, Duke Wilson’s expression finally changed. He frowned and his expression turned ugly. Although he was very sure that Evan was not such a pure person, those things…

He didn’t want Evan to know what a mean and shameless person he really is, and he didn’t want to take a little risk on this kind of thing. It has to be said that Mel really caught his weakness.

“I see.” Duke Wilson nodded slowly, turned and left the prison. The smell here made him feel sick to his stomach and at the same time made his heart agitated.

Colonel Mel saw Duke Wilson leaving and couldn’t help but walk to the edge of the cell door, and shouted to his back, “Master Duke, please remember your promise.”

Duke Wilson stopped. He didn’t look back, but said coldly, “Before the trial, you will get the result you want, but I also want to remind you, remember your own promise, otherwise, the consequences caused by this will not be what you can control.”

His tone was so cold that Mel shivered. He forced a smile and looked at the back of Duke Wilson as he left. He wondered in his heart whether his decision was correct.

Duke Wilson left the police station, ignored Sheriff Chandler’s anxious expression and returned directly to Cornwall Manor. His mood was very gloomy, as if he was being crushed by a boulder, which made his breathing difficult. This is the first time he has compromised with others, and it is also the first time he has been threatened by others. These events cast a shadow over his originally proud heart.

It’s just that when he stepped into his living room again, when he saw Evan smiling and Edward sitting on the sofa reading the Bible, his lake-like eyes and gentle voice made his heavy heart soften. He walked quickly to Evan’s side, looked into his slightly doubtful eyes and hugged him.

The tip of his nose was surrounded by Evan’s breath and his mood finally improved at this moment. All of this was worth it, Duke Wilson said to himself, as long as it was for him, it was all worth it.

 

 

T/N: Guys I am so sorry I haven’t uploaded for so long. I haven’t been feeling well, it was so bad. I had to put a lot of things on hold.

Well I’m back and this wonderful novel will be completed this week.

And I haven’t been able to decide on my next translation so I’m still open to suggestions. It’s so hard to decide, but I’m sure it’ll work out somehow