I Became the Young Wife of the Martial Arts Novel’s Male Lead

Chapter 2

Villainess, Dang Ye Rin.

 

‘…This household has really gone to ruins.’

 

That was the first thought that came to Ye Rin’s mind as she regained consciousness.

 

How could they continue with the wedding preparations when their daughter had just fainted?

 

Isn’t it common sense to postpone the wedding?

 

“Sigh…”

 

Ugh, this is why the original Dang Ye Rin went crazy.

 

Ye Rin let out a long sigh.

 

Then, someone behind her grumbled as if they heard her.

 

“You should be grateful to become the wife of the Northern Ice Palace’s lord. Why are you sighing?”

 

…Life.

 

This damn household didn’t care whether their young lady fainted or not.

 

As for what happened after Ye Rin fainted…

 

Splash!

 

“Ah!”

 

They poured cold water on Ye Rin’s face to wake her up.

 

Then, they resumed their preparations.

 

“Ugh, why did you faint? You’re such a nuisance!”

 

The verbal abuse from the person continued.

 

As a result, Ye Rin was currently standing in a lavishly decorated wedding hall, adorned with pearl necklaces, red silk, and a luxurious feast.

 

Everything was screaming, “I have a ton of money!”

 

And Ye Rin, who was watching everything, thought to herself.

 

“This is so ridiculous.”

 

There must be a reason why they decorated the wedding hall so excessively.

 

Her guess was probably…

 

“To show off to the Northern Ice Palace’s lord, Hyun Do Yul.”

 

To put it plainly, it was like saying, “You guys don’t have this in your household, right?”

 

Currently, the relationship between the Northern Ice Palace and the Four Gates was at its worst.

 

“More specifically… The Northern Ice Palace is being bullied by the Four Gates.”

 

The Northern Fortress, which had winter all year round, was a place where food was extremely scarce.

 

That’s why the Northern Ice Palace sold rare resources found only in the Northern Fortress to purchase food.

 

Among them, the most important item was a rare herb called “Sulwoocho.”

 

Depending on the refining method, Sulwoocho could be made into a deadly poison, but it could also be used as a healing medicine for burns.

 

Moreover, when consumed by someone who had trained in ice magic, it could increase their internal strength. It had been treated as a very valuable herb since ancient times.

 

“And the Four Gates are the ones who need Sulwoocho the most.”

 

The Four Gates, known as the stronghold of poison, were in desperate need of Sulwoocho.”

They were known for using highly toxic substances, and the essential ingredient for such toxicity was Sulwoocho.

 

From the perspective of the Four Gates, it wouldn’t be desirable for the Northern Ice Palace to monopolize the precious herb Sulwoocho and gain an advantage.

 

“Moreover, the Northern Ice Palace has even prepared an antidote to counteract the deadly poison of the Four Gates using Sulwoocho.”

 

It must have been incredibly frustrating.

 

Ye Rin, well, she couldn’t say she didn’t understand their feelings.

 

There were countless stories surrounding that antidote, but…

 

Those stories aren’t important in this particular tale, so let’s go back to the original story.

 

At that time, the previous Northern Ice Palace Lord was assassinated by a blood cult.

 

Due to the suddenness of his death, the previous Lord couldn’t inform his son about the location of the Sulwoocho cultivation site.

 

The location was a highly guarded secret passed down only to the Lords, and since the previous Lord never got to meet his son, he couldn’t pass on the information.

 

“At that time, not only the Northern Ice Palace but also the Four Gates were said to have been in great shock.”

 

The loss of Sulwoocho meant losing the vision of the Four Gates.

 

However, the Four Gates directed their anger in the wrong direction.

 

Using food as a weapon, they started to control the struggling Northern Ice Palace, which had lost the advantage of Sulwoocho.

 

“This is just too much. The Northern Ice Palace didn’t intentionally hide Sulwoocho!”

 

Ye Rin gritted her teeth inwardly.

 

Even if they lost their family’s vision, the Four Gates still held power.

 

Thanks to the abundant crops in the plains.

 

On the other hand, the Northern Ice Palace was being pushed into a desperate situation day by day…

 

“And so, Do Yul had no choice but to accept the marriage proposal from the lady of the Four Gates.”

 

That lady was none other than Dang Ye Rin.

Now, it was this body that she had possessed.

 

In the original, Hyeon Do-yul had thrived by devouring the Kiyeon and talented individuals, so why was he in such a sorry state now…

 

Feeling sorry for him, Ye Rin clicked her tongue in frustration.

 

But right at that moment…

 

Creak…

 

The door opened without any warning.

 

“….”

 

A young boy entered the wedding ceremony venue with slow steps.

 

For a moment, Ye Rin forgot about her own pitiful situation and marveled at the boy’s appearance.

 

“Wow, amazing.”

 

If she became the protagonist of this world, she would have such a handsome face.

 

The boy, dressed flawlessly in wedding attire, looked like a masterpiece carefully drawn by a famous general.

 

His clean hair, flawless skin, and tightly closed lips resembling a red flower bud were all incredibly captivating.

 

Even the tear drop mark on the right corner of his eye was strangely enchanting.

 

The boy, who had approached Ye Rin with confident strides, lifted his long eyelashes that were elegantly lowered.

 

“Wow.”

 

Unconsciously, Ye Rin stiffened her shoulders.

 

The gaze of the boy staring at her was so fierce that it felt like he could tear her apart right then and there.

 

“I am Hyeon Do-yul.”

 

A moment later.

 

After firmly stating his name, Doyul closed his mouth.

 

Ye Rin couldn’t help but feel even more sorry.

 

“Wait, I’m your ancestor! What’s with this rude behavior?!”

 

…She wanted to shout, but she kept her feelings to herself.

Ye Rin suppressed the urge to protest.

 

“Let’s calm down, he’s the male protagonist of this world.”

 

The future of Bukhae Binggung depends on him, so it’s best not to show any hostility for now.

 

Besides…

 

“In the original, Dang Ye Rin was killed by Hyeon Do-yul!”

 

Considering that, I should be even more cautious.

 

First, I need to protect my own life, right?

 

Ah, whatever.

 

“I’m Dang Ye Rin.”

 

Ye Rin answered in a slightly timid voice and discreetly lowered her head to avoid Doyul’s gaze.

 

“Hey, stop staring at me like that. Holes will appear on your face!”

 

Just then, the servant who had been standing behind Ye Rin quickly stepped forward.

 

“Your Highness, please grant us the wedding ceremony.”

 

Doyul clenched his teeth and tightly closed his eyes.

 

He was trying to suppress his boiling anger by any means necessary.

 

It felt as if Bukhae Binggung was begging for the wedding ceremony.

 

In fact, this marriage was solely carried out by the unilateral notification of the Dang family.

 

“I have a daughter. I hope you can make her the lady of Bukhae Binggung.”

 

If he had been alone, he would have definitely refused such an insulting command.

 

But he was the lord of Bukhae Binggung.

 

He had a responsibility to the people of Bukhae Castle and the Gasol of Binggung.

 

“…Fine.”

 

Even that was humiliating enough, but the Dang family crossed the line once again.

 

“In that case, let’s hold the wedding ceremony at Sacheondang Gate.”

According to tradition, the families of the groom and bride mutually agree on the location for the wedding ceremony.

 

But the Dang family completely disregarded even that agreement.

 

Above all, the lord of Bukhae Binggung, and ultimately the leader of Bukhae Castle.

 

Despite knowing that it was not a location that could be easily defended, he deliberately called for the ceremony to take place at Sacheondang Gate, showing his meticulous malice.

 

Naturally, Bukhae Binggung was in an uproar.

 

“No, Your Highness!”

 

“How could Your Highness allow this disgraceful wedding ceremony…!”

 

But there was no way to refuse the Dang family’s proposal, which controlled the food supply.

 

And so, now.

 

When Doyul opened his eyes again, his gaze was as blue as ice blades.

 

“…Hyeon Do-yul, the lord of Bukhae Binggung, requests the hand of Ye Rin Soje of Sacheondang Gate.”

 

Um, excuse me, is it just a request if you’re asking for a marriage?

 

The voice sounds so sharp, like they’re about to draw a sword and make a life-or-death decision.

 

Ye Rin let out a deep sigh inwardly.

 

“I, Dang Ye Rin of Sacheondang Gate, accept the proposal of the lord.”

 

As soon as Ye Rin finished speaking, the servant opened his mouth with a smirk.

 

“Please show respect to each other.”

 

“…”

 

“…”

 

The boy and girl who had been silently looking at each other deeply bowed to each other.

 

“Finally, when you exchange the cups, the wedding ceremony will be over.”

 

At those words, Ye Rin hesitated and looked at the servant.

 

Exchange cups?

 

Currently, Ye Rin was only twelve years old, and Doyul was fifteen.

 

It’s not common for people of such a young age to get married, but in case it happens, they usually exchange cups instead.

 

Probably because alcohol would be too much for a young body to handle.

 

But the servant opened his eyes wide and his lips twitched, clearly annoyed.

 

“What are you waiting for? Drink it quickly.”

 

…It’s fortunate that it’s in front of Doyul, at least I’m not shouting out loud.

 

A mere lady and the fallen lord of Bukhae Binggung wouldn’t bother with such considerations.

 

Ye Rin sighed deeply and looked at the cup.

 

Well, a drink or two should be fine.

 

In her previous life, she was quite skilled in holding her liquor.

 

That means she knows from experience that this amount of alcohol won’t affect her.

 

Ye Rin chuckled and downed the cup.

 

Through that one cup, who knows how much tremendous history she would accumulate.