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While calculating the enormous cost of her lodging, Beatty mulled over the Duke’s words again.

‘Until winter, he said.’

That meant she just needed to produce results before then.

If she could secure something of equal or greater value than the price of this deal, she would be able to extend her stay.

‘I need to get back to work.’

Nodding to herself, Beatty bowed politely and turned to leave the room.

“Take those back with you.”

The Duke gestured toward the cart of returned gifts.

“Ah, no, it’s fine.”

“Take them.”

“Really, I don’t need them.”

“……”

Beatty hesitated when she saw the Duke’s brow furrow slightly.

“Um… If I am allowed to receive a gift…”

“You are.”

His quick and decisive answer made Beatty chuckle. Then, cautiously, she asked,

“In that case… could you give me… that instead?”

Her voice was barely above a whisper, tinged with embarrassment.

For a brief moment, the Duke looked surprised, but he soon gave a firm nod.@@novelbin@@

This time, Beatty made sure she heard him clearly.

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