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Seeing Haven spout nonsense, he seemed to have heard some ridiculous rumors.
When these lunatics acted out, it became a significant issue if they gained control. Their actions typically led to grave problems, making things exceptionally troublesome.
I nonchalantly extended my right hand. Haven took it and kissed it.
At that moment, I gestured to Lord Chamberlain to bring tea to the reception room and delay the meeting, which the quick-witted Lord Chamberlain understood, nodding and walking away.
I led Haven to the reception room. We sat side by side on a sofa, and I comforted this consort candidate who admitted to feeling quite jealous.
"Haven, whatever you've heard, it's all just rumors."
"There's a widespread rumor in Philander that Your Majesty is trying to build a harem."
"It's nonsense. I've decided not to take any concubines, let alone a harem."
His usually cold black eyes widened slightly.
"... The part about not taking concubines... are you serious?"
