Unfortunately, after the two grandsons of Grand Duke Varghese, with whom she was married, died of illness, rumors spread in the outside world that "whoever marries Blanche will die", which made her situation very embarrassing.

Especially later, after His Majesty Bruno wanted her to marry the third grandson of Grand Duke Varghese, but was rejected by the Grand Duke, Blanche became a joke among the nobles.

So much so that when she turned 18 last year, not only was there no family interested in marrying her, let alone an alliance with her, which was somewhat embarrassing for the royal family.

In this situation, there are still so many people coming to celebrate Blanche’s birthday?

"Nobles like to be lively, especially banquets hosted by the royal family. They prefer to attend them."

Jolly explained, "But many of them came here to see the embarrassment of His Majesty the King. After all, Her Royal Highness will be nineteen after this birthday, but she still doesn't have a marriage partner. This is not a good thing for the royal family."

Luo Ning asked in surprise: "You guys even know that Her Royal Highness the Princess can't get married?"

"Hahaha……"

Jolly couldn't help but laugh. "You may not understand, Lord Earl, but discussing the royal family and the nobles is something we often do on a daily basis."

No matter where you go, there will always be people who like to watch the show, especially when it comes to big shots, which may become the topic of conversation after dinner.

I guess in the market, Blanche's situation is probably a bit similar to Wiggins's, who still has his legs intact, both are jokes.

But she felt a little wronged.

Qiao Li couldn't help but sigh. "I have seen Her Royal Highness from afar. She has an outstanding appearance. It's a pity that she will bring disaster to her fiancé. The two grandsons of Grand Duke Vargis died in her hands. Even their father who presided over the marriage did not escape the bad luck. I'm afraid no one would dare to marry such a person."

Reese couldn't help but glance at Ronin.

When Luo Ning came to Jinyu City this time, he said to the outside world that he wanted to thank the princess for attending Lu Lans' birthday last year. However, as the heir of the Dennis family, Reese knew the inside story.

Faced with Reese's expression of "Are you scared?", Roning spread his hands, indicating that he was not afraid at all.

He explained for Blanche: "In fact, there are many misunderstandings in this matter. The two grandsons of Grand Duke Varghese are probably weak and sickly."

"Marquis Jonson is not a patient. It is said that the Archduke's third grandson, Garnot, fell seriously ill immediately after learning that he would marry the Princess. He gradually recovered only after the Archduke declined."

This... must be because of fear, right?

Qiao Li obviously didn't know the purpose of Roning's visit, so he just started talking and said whatever he wanted.

"If the marriage with Princess Blanche only costs a little money, then it's fine. The Duke is not short of money. But if the marriage costs lives, who can stand it? Now some people are saying that if His Majesty the King doesn't like a family, he can just marry Princess Blanche to them."

Luo Ning couldn't help but sigh that it seemed that it took a lot of courage for him to accept this marriage.

However, Lu Lans had arranged the marriage for Luo Ning's future. If it were now, the old man might also have this taboo and not agree to it.

But no matter what, since the two sides have already reached an agreement, the marriage must go ahead. Moreover, in Luo Ning's view, marrying into the royal family will be helpful for his future.

As for rumors about bad luck and curses, Roning didn't believe them.

Um……

Although he did encounter several dangerous situations after meeting Blanche, he was able to escape danger every time.

The key still lies in personal strength.

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Golden Feather Palace, the headquarters of the Alduin family.

It is not a palace, but a complex consisting of dozens of palaces, thousands of courtyards and houses.

This scale of construction is not only the most prosperous and noble area in Jinyu City, but no other noble castle in the entire kingdom can compare with it.

As a princess of the kingdom, Blanche's residence is located in a green garden, surrounded by high walls and sturdy towers to protect her safety and privacy.

In the Golden Feather Palace, apart from the servants who served her, she didn't have many friends. This might be caused by the rumors. When she was at the Royal Magic Academy, many classmates tried to avoid contact with her as much as possible.

Finally, at her request, the king agreed to hire a tutor for her and let her study in his palace.

This kind of environment is lonely, but at least it is more comfortable than seeing people deliberately avoiding her or inadvertently hearing people talking about her at any time and anywhere.

Practicing, reading, and strolling around the estate admiring the various beautiful flowers and trees are her main daily activities, which are very peaceful.

However, as her nineteenth birthday approaches, her peaceful life is about to be disrupted.

When she thought of Luo Ning's handsome appearance and the kiss he stole when they parted, she couldn't help but blush.

Although she was a princess and the initiative was too abrupt, she really wanted to escape the fate that was regarded as bad luck, and this could be considered as an effort she made for her own life.

I just don't know if this marriage can last.

"Your Highness, your friend Knight Missy is here." A maid came in from outside and reported.

"oh?"

Blanche, who was painting in the garden, showed joy. She immediately put down her brush and did not let the servant pass the message. She ran out to greet them in person.

This is not only because Missy is her good friend, but also because she may bring the news she wants.

Today, Missy was not wearing armor or a helmet, revealing her short golden hair. Compared to Blanche's gentleness and beauty, she looked like a tomboy.

Blanche ran over and took the other person's hand, and asked expectantly: "How is it, Missy, is he here?"

"Look how anxious you are!" Missy also laughed, "Just got news from Niujiao Bay Port that he has arrived."

Blanche finally let go of her worries. "How is Luo Ning? Did he have a smooth journey?"

Hearing this, Missy frowned slightly and shook her head: "I heard that they were attacked by the White Whale Pirates at sea."

"ah?"

Blanche was stunned, with panic flashing in her eyes, "How could this happen? Is he injured?"

"He's fine. But I heard that the Dennis family's ship was destroyed, and the guards and crew who accompanied them also suffered a lot of casualties."

Blanche breathed a sigh of relief. Although the panic on her face eased a little, she was still very sad and in a very low mood.

She pulled Missy inside and said, "Tell me, will I bring bad luck to others?"

Rumors have been circulating for years, and not only others, but even she herself sometimes doubts herself.

If the answer is no, then why would anyone who marries her die? "Why do you think so?"

Missy smiled sincerely and comforted her: "I know you are a kind girl. How could those bad luck and curses have anything to do with you?"

"But Ronin has been nearly killed twice since he met me."

Blanche shook her head in fear. She couldn't imagine what kind of life she would face after Roning's death.

"It was just an accident, my princess!"

"Was it really an accident?"

Blanche's jade fingers moved in the air, drawing a magical pattern.

When the spell pattern was completed, the dark light surged, forming a summoning array diagram.

Immediately afterwards, a skull wearing a simple helmet slowly rose from the formation diagram.

"This is the third-level magic skeleton summoning technique!"

Missy's eyes flickered, "Are you a high-level magician?"

Blanche nodded, reached out and pushed the skull back, without a trace of joy on her face after her advancement in strength.

She wondered if it was her expertise in dark elemental magic that caused her to bring bad luck to others.

As a friend of Her Royal Highness the Princess, Missy knew what the latter was thinking at the moment.

"You are not the only dark magician. No one else can bring bad luck, and neither can you."

She looked at Blanche sincerely and said with a smile, "Instead of doubting yourself, it would be better for His Majesty the King to send troops to wipe out the White Whale Pirates and vent Ronin's anger!"

This sentence temporarily made Blanche get rid of her self-doubt. She nodded and said, "You are right. I will go find my father right away!" (End of this chapter)