Marquis' Express Butler

As the storm passes, me and the spirituality return to normal.

The wagon to the Academy was quieter than ever.

I can't wake up less because it's morning. The secret story we just talked about made the atmosphere like this. Young-ae's words decreased a bit.

But I don't think I talked about it for nothing. The idea that spirituality is a must-know is unchanged.

“I see you haven't had much breakfast yet. It's getting hot. Water intake through food is also important, so you should eat more. ”

Young-chil doesn't even drink water. Tea is all I drink at tea time. So I was a little worried about my health.

“Maybe we should replace the chef. ”

“Did you not like the food? ”

Sapiella nods. I shouldn't have misunderstood.

Well, Sapiella is sensitive enough to be called a foodie. What I don't like is the kind of knife I don't like.

“I think it's a good idea to bring in Rosetta's chefs, since you have to stay for a few more months. It's too much work for Arwen to cook this morning. ”

“Lord Dylan can teach you, can't he? ”

“I am a butler. We need to respect our chefs' expertise in cooking. ”

The spirit that the bear thought of nodded. I would have shot you sooner if I had known, but nowadays I'm pretty calm.

If I did, the chefs might be wrong about me, and that's why I care.

I'm proof that she's maturing, too.

“I'll get back to the mainland as soon as I can. Until then, let's pay close attention to the chef. ”

“Yes."

More work to do. I've updated what I need to do in every corner. I don't need a notebook. I was able to handle memories conveniently as a Mana user.

“But Lord Dylan, ”

“Yes, ma'am. ”

“ ……. ”

Sapiella doesn't talk easily. She looks out the window, her eyes closed, and she shakes her head. You look worried.

I think I know what she wants to say. I stepped in for him.

“Do you remember what I said before? Exactly what you said right before you went to the town fair. ”

My spiritual gaze turned toward me. I said what happened back then, as if I was checking again.

“I told you I would save you no matter what. ”

“Yes, I did. ”

As I recall then, my eyes were clear and transparent. It was not long ago, but it seemed like a pretty old memory.

“That means it's still valid now and forever. No matter what happens, I will protect you. ”

“But still...... it's probably best that that doesn't happen. ”

“That's right.”

That's my job, too. That we, Mathis, will take over the Delfino Merchant Guild instead of the Adeline family.

We must invade Astria before they consume all of our commercial rights.

Of course, all plans are in place. And the first button fits well.

You attracted the investment of Duke Bahamut, making it easier to penetrate the royal and other commercial worlds.

In addition, exports became possible. It has taken advantageous notice of any taxes or exclusive sales rights.

Technical and sales skills, to be honest, we can't afford to lose. I have so many ideas in my head. I'm worried about sales, but I need to trust Elona's ability.

“Why is Lord Dylan so determined to protect me? Is it simply because you're a member of the Adeline family? Or……. ”

“Because the girl's happiness is my happiness. ”

“That's something anyone can say. All of my aides and aides used to say the same thing. ”

I'm offended. I feel like I've been devalued for a wholesale price.

But I also understand the spirit of spirituality. You want to be sure, something like that.

It's the same place where people live, even though they have high identities. I want to be confirmed. Rather, if you have a higher status, it will be worse.

“I'm thinking more about you than you think. So don't worry. But the first thing that's going to happen is that this confusion is going to calm down. ”

“You're right. ”

Now is not a good time to share my mind, so when the chaos cleared up a bit, we talked about it that way, and the spirit understood.

Suddenly, a meaningful word that the mystery merchant had not long ago struck my mind.

- Man is an animal of forgetfulness, and history belongs to victors.

Yeah, the mystery merchant's right.

How many people care about what happened 500 years ago? Only the victim, the vengeful one.

If all the mystery merchants say is true, it is not a fantasy that there will be bloodshed on the territory of Adeline.

Did Earl Kronos know about this?

Probably would know

But he's gonna want to be subtle and downsized. It would be one of the most dishonorable acts of a distant ancestor. Maybe he thinks it's not his job to rule history.

That's why I have to take care of this. Not the option of war, but what I can do well.

Because it's a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. I can raise Mathis and secure my position.

I have no intention of missing out on this opportunity.

A moment later, the wagon arrived at the building where the lecture took place, and I went down first to escort the child.

“Ella!"

You hear a clear voice.

There are only three people I have experienced who can call love. Prince Kronos, Prince Hamel, and Princess Ophelia.

This was not Adeline, but the academy of the royal family, and of course the protagonist of the voice was Princess Ofelia.

She walks this way under the guard of a heavily armed knight.

Sapiella smiles brightly and greets her.

I can tell by the look on your face. It was a short time, but she thought of her as a real friend.

“You're here early. ”

“Yes. The royal palace is stuffy and won't last long! I'm going to Adeline territory after the process. Can you give me a room?" ”

“Of course. Lord Dylan here will take over. ”

“Really, Lord Dylan? ”

“It would be an honor for our family if the princess would visit us. I'll do my best.”

The people downstairs are going through a lot of trouble. Since she is not just anyone else, many people, including the Royal Guard, will be mobilized.

But it was impossible for a princess to want such consideration. The princess was happy, jumping like a child.

“Exciting! Hear that? Casiopea! I'm finally officially invited to the Adeline family! ”

At that moment, the knight standing next to me went out with a solemn expression.

I've never seen that before.

The knight in the red cloak with the silver plate mail was from the Royal Guard, with the symbol of the Royal Guard engraved on his chest.

Last but not least, she was a hermit.

I haven't seen this place since I came to this world.

“That's not an official invitation. In order to formally invite the noble Royal Princess, Prince Kronos, the owner of the estate, needs to send a letter. ”

“Why are you being so hard on me? It's a good thing. ”

“There are laws in the royal family. My Lady.”

“Tsk, that's not funny! ”

The princess turned her head away, but Casiopea didn't blink an eye and noticed me.

You look good.

When I slightly raised Mana, I noticed the movement of a very large error. The Royal Knights are different. Maybe that's where the Ace gets the attention.

“I've heard a lot about you. Lord Dylan, it's you. Despite being a butler, I heard you put a lot of effort into it. ”

What about this one?

It soon turned out that Casiopea's feelings for me were not very friendly.

“It's just a little skill. I would like to formally introduce you to Dylan, the head of Adeline, the housekeeper of the Medici family. Nice to meet you."

I shook hands naturally. Casiopea, the gauntlet stripped, reaches out and scatters her red hair.

Small but rough and crude. It was a very firm hand. Arthur was similar, but she seemed to be doing a great job.

At that moment, unexpected information was printed.

○ Casiopea de los Hazard

Rank:

Level: 27

Characteristics: Escort S, Slash A, Spearman B, Horseback B, Knight B, Error B, Iron Wall B, Breakthrough C, Archery C, Quilt C, Siege C, First Aid D, Cooking D,??,

Status: Boundary

Interest: comfort of the princess and peace of the kingdom. Becoming stronger. Finding good quilted materials.

Likeability: 37

Values: Good

[not open]

……

It was Casiopea's status window.

I had always known that the status window was only open to people who liked me.

However, after the liking started to appear as a number, I realized that even if I had a bad feeling instead of liking it, a status window appeared.

How much does 37 hate me, anyway?

Why do you hate me?

“I heard the Knights of the Adeline are dying for you. I wonder how good you are. If you don't mind, why don't you try a duel? ”

Oh, I can feel it now.

You're mad at me for hitting knights. Partnership, my ass. Perhaps you know Lord Laurentz who was defeated in the duel.

“I have a lot of work to do these days, so I don't have time to compete. If you don't mind, why don't you postpone it for later? ”

“Well, you must have a lot of work to do with a young lady's secretary. ”

And I think he's laughing at me.

I wanted to take out the sword on my waist because I felt like it, but she is A-rank with an escort rank. In other words, it is the top class as much as defensive techniques.

We need to find another target point. I'm learning more about the latter five formulas of the Meridian sword from Arthurs recently, but I haven't come to my senses yet.

There are not many wins in a frontal battle. Then we should go back even if it's a little uncomfortable.

“Seems like you enjoy the quilt. ”

Casiopea, who was about to wear the Gauntlet, was surprised.

“How did you know that? ”

“I saw needle marks. I also do a little quilting as a hobby. I know a relative who runs the Merchant Guild, so I'm getting good materials. ”

“Ah.”

You appear to be strong, but when you hear about Quilt, you return to your normal self. I can hear it go up here, too.

“Come to the Adeline Star next time. I'll have the ingredients ready. Wouldn't it be better to sew and enjoy a fragrant tea than to fight with a knife sack? ”

Casiopeia nods. The princess next to me liked it with clapping hands.

“Let's go hang out at Ella's, then? Let's go to dinner later! What do you think, Ella? ”

“Sir Dylan. What's the schedule?"

“The evening is empty. I will be prepared to make your stay more comfortable. ”

A sudden dinner has been decided, but this is unusual. It might be difficult to get the Quilt Ingredients, but I need to ask Arwen for some help.

Immediately, the bell rang, and the spiritual child and the princess entered the room amicably.

I turned to the library.