You think you're worthy of saving the world?

The previous lord of Oak Manor was Baron Charles.

He died without leaving any children, except for one illegitimate son, Liz Caro.

Although she was the daughter of an affair, Baron Charles kept Liz by his side and raised her until she grew up and got married.

Five years ago, Baron Charles died, and his Oak Estate became an estate with no heir.

Although neither imperial law nor canon law dictates that illegitimate children are entitled to inherit their father's property.

However, in legal practice, it is not uncommon for illegitimate children to inherit property under special circumstances.

There is a prerequisite: the illegitimate heir must have the ability to be a lord or sufficient background and influence.

After all, for the royal family and the church, maintaining local stability and providing regular tax revenue on time are the priorities.

Unfortunately, Liz clearly lacked the ability to manage an estate and more than a hundred households.

About nine years ago, Mrs. Liz's first husband died in an accident.

Mrs. Liz then took her young daughter and went back to live with her father, where she lived a life of wealth and luxury as a noblewoman.

Then, five years ago, another change occurred.

Mrs. Liz's only support, Baron Charles, has died.

The Empire and the Papacy would obviously not allow an illegitimate daughter with no talent for ruling to inherit the manor.

Then, when Liz felt helpless, Mr. Spencer appeared before the mother and daughter like a savior.

He was a close friend of Baron Charles and Liz's late husband, one of the wealthiest men in the empire, and even had a close relationship with Prince Andrei.

Spencer told Mrs. Liz that, even for the sake of his old friend's last wish, he would never allow anyone to take Oak Estate from her and her daughter.

Therefore, he proposed a solution—

Spencer will become Liz Caro's second husband and manage Oak Estate on her behalf.

In this way, Lady Liz had a capable husband, and even the Empire and the Papacy could no longer interfere in the matter of the Baron's succession.

Of course, the marriage was only in name; it was a necessary measure to protect Liz and Louise—that's what Spencer claimed.

With no other options, Mrs. Liz finally accepted the offer.

She was able to remain at Oak Estate and continue her life as a Versailles noblewoman.

Spencer did indeed fulfill many of his pre-marital promises, protecting the mother and daughter like a gentleman.

Moreover, Spencer implemented a series of measures that brought order to the territory, earning him the love and respect of the people.

And so, five years passed.

Everything is developing in a good direction.

Although the inheritance of the manor is not legal, it will become a mess over time, and she, as the lord, will become legitimate as time goes by.

It was an ordinary afternoon when Spencer confessed his love to Mrs. Liz.

Spencer hoped to become her real husband.

Liz was taken aback by this and felt overwhelmed by the sudden pursuit.

However, Spencer politely replied, "You can take your time to consider it."

He also said, "Please don't worry about my feelings. Even if you reject me, my life won't change," and encouraged her to discuss it with her daughter.

For Liz, Spencer was a man who truly saved her life.

She couldn't imagine what her and her daughter's situation would be like now if Spencer hadn't helped them five years ago.

She might be working as a laundry maid in the lower part of the Vatican.

Spencer sacrificed his own happiness to protect his old friend's daughter, which Liz witnessed and was deeply moved by.

Although she didn't have romantic feelings for him, Liz's gratitude towards the man was palpable.

but……

Why was it that Mrs. Liz always felt she simply couldn't accept Spencer's kindness?

Mrs. Liz thought to herself, "Perhaps I was born an ungrateful and heartless woman."

That's why I suffered retribution; my husband and father both left me one after the other...

After two months of deliberation, Mrs. Liz decided to accept Spencer's advances, partly to repay his kindness.

However, the situation took a sharp turn for the worse after that incident.

The Empire granted ownership of Oak Estate to a young boy.

Liz has been the de facto lord of this place for five years!

The one who made this absurd decision was none other than the Grand Duchess of the Empire.

Of course, a noblewoman like Mrs. Liz, an illegitimate child, could not have met such a great person, but she had still heard some terrifying rumors about her.

The reason why Grand Duchess Rosalia had her eye on this land is quite obvious.

This was the woman's punishment for Liz's "husband" Spencer getting too close to Prince Andrei.

Or perhaps it was divine retribution, since he had provoked an enemy he could not possibly contend with, a natural disaster like a flood or an earthquake.

everything is over.

The father's inheritance will be taken away by a stranger.

I and my daughter will end up homeless.

Mrs. Liz was plunged into utter despair.

The only people he can rely on now are Mr. Spencer and Prince Andrei behind him...

“As long as you are willing to obey me, I don’t mind letting you retain your status as the mistress of the house and continue to live on your father’s estate.”

In the dead of night, when all was quiet, Euryphus used his power of the Verdant to sneak into Mrs. Liz's bedroom and said these words to her.

Mrs. Liz knew nothing about the prophesied child.

She doesn't care about politics or believe in doomsday prophecies; she just feels that she's been hearing a lot of rumors about this boy lately.

His legendary exploits in St. Cromwell naturally reached here as well.

Mrs. Liz would often think: if she were not an illegitimate child but her father's rightful daughter, would Louise also be able to attend school in St. Cromwell?

"How is it, Mrs. Liz?"

Seeing that she didn't react, Yuri continued to press, "Work with me."

"do not want!"

Mrs. Liz, fearing being overheard, growled in agitation.

She had already heard from Spencer that Euryphus's childhood sweetheart was Cecilia, the Duchess, and that his relationship with the Grand Duchess was unusual.

This time, the prophesied child has come with a mission—to take his father's inheritance from him!

How could I possibly cooperate with you willingly?

Mrs. Liz regained her composure from her initial panic, bit her lower lip, and let out a soft moan.

"You can take my threat about my daughter as a joke. Please leave now... or I'll call for help!"

How could a savior, a person of such high status, break into a woman's boudoir in the dead of night? What on earth is he thinking? It's utterly incomprehensible!

She dared not act rashly and could only advise Euryphus to leave before quickly seeking help from Spencer.

Right now, the only person she and her daughter can rely on is that gentleman.

However, Yuri showed no intention of leaving.

After releasing the lady's wrist, he sat down on the edge of the bed and crossed his legs.

The prophesied child sighed and said:

"You and Miss Louise completely treat me as an enemy."

"..."

Mrs. Liz didn't want to pay any attention to the boy and turned her face away.

“That’s not how it is, Mrs. Liz.”

Yuri smiled calmly and said, "I'm here to protect you."

"Protect me and Louise...?" Mrs. Liz laughed dismissively.

Yuri nodded and said, "That's right, to protect you."

I will take over this land, but at the same time I will allow you and your daughter to continue to stay on the estate and maintain the aristocratic lifestyle you have maintained until now.

Although I am well-versed in the Canon Law, I do not agree with all of its contents. From my simple value perspective—

"Regardless, you are Baron Charles's biological and beloved daughter, and you should not be so heartlessly evicted from this mansion."

"..."

Undeniably, Mrs. Liz's heart was touched by these words.

Liz Caro is Baron Charles’s biological daughter—and she desperately wants everyone to agree with that.

She doesn't care about her lowly status as an illegitimate child, but the father-daughter relationship should not be denied.

However, the church's scriptures consider her blood relationship with her father to be base!

Yuri's words made Mrs. Liz tremble and her heart race.

But she immediately realized that this was just a man's attempt to curry favor with and take advantage of her.

Mrs. Liz sneered, "Hmph...you're quite the sharp-tongued one, Your Highness."

Is it through such eloquence that you navigated so smoothly between the Papal Court and that Grand Duchess?

Seeing that Yuri did not respond, she continued.

"I'm sorry, I cannot accept your invitation."

If I had to choose someone to depend on, I would choose Mr. Spencer, not a kid the same age as my daughter.

That person is far more reliable than you; he is the true gentleman worthy of trust.