The Timid Count’s Daughter Doesn’t Wish for Quarrel

The next day, the servant asked me to prepare a picnic, and before lunch, me and Master Sophie went out to the lake.

Master Sophie can ride horses as well, which means he travels on horses, not carriages.

The luggage was left to the servants who would follow us, and we slowly walked our horses to the lake.

On the road, he arrives safely at the lake, even though he is called out by the inhabitants working in the fields.

"The water is clear and beautiful. Oh, there's a fish."

"Dear Sophie, if you're peeking in, it's dangerous."

"It's okay. Hey, don't you have a boat?

"Yes, but let's have lunch first. Aren't you tired of riding a horse?

I'm glad you're happier than I expected, but I think it's dangerous to get on a boat while you're still consuming your health.

First, you should take a break and regain your strength.

Lady Sophie, who was excited, came back here embarrassed if she thought so.

"I'm embarrassed to be embarrassed. I've never seen a clear lake before."

"It's an honor to please you, but isn't there a place like this in Marquis Barnett territory?

"The Marquis of Burnett is the next flourishing place in the king's capital, so it doesn't mean it's too rich in nature. Of course, it's in the suburbs, but I often stay in the king's capital."

"If you don't need me, you won't even be traveling to the suburbs."

The Marquis of Burnett is vast.

Besides, as Master Sophie said, she has been in the Wang Capital longer than she has been in the Territory, so it could be even worse.

"Still, that's an unpopular quiet place. If this is such a beautiful lake, I don't care what the people look like."

"Sometimes this neighborhood is next to the king's territory, which limits the access of the people. Because if you go hunting in the woods and step in the king's territory by mistake, it's a big problem."

"So you don't have people."

That's right, and while I answered, I mouthed the sandwich I brought from the mansion.

Yeah. Delicious.

"Master Sophie, please."

"Thank you. I'll take it."

So, watching the lake and chatting, I just finished eating my dessert apple pie and someone's talking faintly came into my ear.

Maybe the inhabitants are here?

But my voice gets progressively louder when I'm wondering that access should be restricted, so it can't come.

Apparently, more than one person is approaching us.

"Who is it?

"Ladies, please wait here. I'll see how it goes."

Soon the servant will head toward the person approaching, and me and Lady Sophie will look at each other.

"Did something happen at the Mansion? So I came to call you."

I was curious. When I looked at the servant, she was bowing her head to the people who came.

The fact that our servants take that attitude may mean that they are at the top.

"Oh, there you are. So what can we do for you?"

"Maybe."

A little while later, I saw the people approaching me screaming and screaming.

'Cause there was Master Rufus and His Highness Marion walking with the offering.

How come you two are here!? And confused, was it not so surprising that Master Sophie immediately stood up and bowed her head toward His Highness Marion?

In a hurry I get up too and bow my head in the same way.

"Hey, Sophie. If you're traveling to the next king's territory, hear Sophie's staying here. I wanted to show you my face once."

"Well, you did. Thank you for taking the time to come out."

"Fine. I just wanted to come. Sometimes he wanted to see Sophie's face. I'm glad you're feeling better. It seems like something's bothering me lately."

"Really? I never thought it would have been seen that way. But you don't have any problems, do you?

Hehe, and Master Sophie are smiling, but I suspect it's a lie that I have nothing to worry about when I remember my pre-summer attitude.

Her Royal Highness Marion, who was spotting a trivial change in her, can only say just fine.

"Nevertheless, I was surprised Rufus was with me. The Mansion never talked about visiting King's Lands."

"Oh, I suddenly asked you out. I want someone to talk to."

"I'm a good nuisance when I'm involved. What?"

"Rufus...... You must be rude to Her Royal Highness Marion.

Master Rufus, who doesn't seem motivated, is still leaving.

Well, I guess the reason I came to King's Land is because Lady Sophie is staying in Count Reston's territory.

I can see you under the guise of coincidence, without worrying about the eyes of the nobles of the King's capital.

Besides, Master Sophie's trend should be through Rufus.

Your Highness Marion really likes Sophie for coming to such a country.

"Oh, Miss Amelia. Sorry I'm late to say hello."

"No."

Only Master Sophie would have seen it in His Highness Marion's eyes, so you can't help but notice me.

But I don't feel half the way out of place to have royalty in Count Reston's territory.

I don't think any of you would look so good in an idyllic country landscape.

After all, vibrant people look good in vibrant places.

"So can I interrupt a little? I'm not too excited to just say hello and go home."

"I don't mind, though. Is Mr. Amelia okay?

Are you okay with prominent people nearby? I guess they're asking.

I am somewhat accustomed to His Highness Marion with the handover of letters, so I have no problems.

I just feel guilty about Master Sophie because I know how he feels.

"I'm fine. Because that is not the case, such as the presence of royalty in our territory. I think it's a great honor. I can't even offer you much hospitality."

"I don't mind that. I contacted you the same day. It's my fault. Don't worry, I'm here today with patience."

Wow, that's a very good smile.

I guess that would be good if I could see Master Sophie. My stomach hurts, though I think it would help my parents.

"So, what were you doing?

Having subtly secured next to Master Sophie, Her Highness Marion is speaking to her, not to me.

I was lightly slapped on the shoulder so that Master Rufus could work on my face because I thought it would be clearer when I got here.

When I look at him, he has the same look on his face as me.

Master Rufus's hardships are greater than mine, aren't they?

As we have a conversation with our gaze alone, His Highness Marion and Lady Sophie stand up and move toward the boat.

"Oh, wait! Which way are you going!

"Which way, I'm going on a boat?

What's that? What made you get on the boat, though with the look on your face!

"Because Sophie says she wants to get in the boat. Then think of me as a better rower being a man. Because it's a small lake and we only go to shallow places. And Sophie wants to ride, right?

"That's true, though."

If I had watched Master Sophie wave of excitement until just now, I would know so much about wanting to get in the boat.

But what if something happens? I'm talking to you, and you just left.

Lady Sophie's samurai and Her Royal Highness Marion's squire rush after her from behind.

"When you do, Her Royal Highness Marion won't listen to you."

"It doesn't look good on your face, you're a strong one"

"It's true."

At the same time we sighed.

In a way, it can also be the victim of His Highness Marion, so for some reason, Master Rufus has a sense of intimacy.

"Um, does Master Rufus not have to take the boat?

"... ride alone. What's so funny"

"Oh, right"

"Besides, I don't even want to hear a conversation between your sister and Her Royal Highness Marion. Then it would be better if we were talking about you here."

Oh, sure, if I'd listened to you two talking, I'd have a stomachache.

I'm sorry, too.

Thinking, for example, that Master Rufus lowered his back on the rug, so I also sit at a slight distance.

Turning his gaze toward the pier, there was a grinning His Highness Marion and some angry Master Sophie.

Maybe His Royal Highness Marion is saying something extra and Master Sophie is complaining.

But if you do, Master Sophie looks like a woman of her age. I can see you're dealing with it in nature.

Her Royal Highness Marion has a soft waist, so she keeps telling the truth, doesn't she?

So I suppose Master Sophie does, too.

Though you two are very picturesque, I can't say enough that Sophie's thoughts are His Royal Highness Prince Wang.

Given her character, it makes me wonder if Her Royal Highness Marion is better than His Royal Highness Prince Wang.

With that in mind, Master Sophie let go looking at the two of you, and His Highness Marion grabbed her shoulder in a hurry and called out.

After staring at each other, Lady Sophie, who dyed her cheeks slightly, looks down in embarrassment.

... I can't believe Sophie said she couldn't fail.

Were you usually just mindful as a barnett marquis maid and playing the perfect one? Maybe the way she was supposed to be, yeah.

That's why my admiration and respect for Master Sophie is unwavering.

Rather, as much as I'm glad to know the new side.

I wish I could show you that even in front of His Royal Highness the King.

When I was completely obsessed with you two, I was called from next door.

"Even so, there's really nothing here, is there? Go, go, go, go. They're all natural. You don't get bored much."

"This is the land where we were born and raised, so this is the norm. It's as rural as the biggest store near the mansion, but for that matter, people are good, right?

"Oh, by the time I got here, the people had asked me all sorts of questions"

"Yes, a lot? What did they ask you?

I suddenly get worried that they might have made some coarse phase because they wouldn't know they were royal.

"Nico laughed and was told where he came from or if he'd take a break. How many people are good at trying to raise strangers to their homes? I was scared."

"That's very rude......!

"Her Royal Highness Marion didn't care at all, so aren't you okay? That one instantly distinguishes the favor and malice of others. I know it's pure favor, so I didn't say anything. But if the samurai were on your side, you'd know they're noble."

"Oh...... I think that's due to our parents not being aristocratic and being close to the residents"

For once, we have a line of lords and inhabitants, but I think we're close compared to other nobles.

By and large, noble people have never come to Count Reston's territory before.

Most people passed by in carriages, so nobility is the norm for our families, isn't it?

I didn't care because I'm not in a standout position, but there may be things like this one in the future, and maybe I should tell your father and have the people talk to him.

"... well, I guess I didn't feel bad"

"Huh?"

"Surrounded by greedy people, it's just that it was fresh to meet people like a chunk of goodwill"

That's all Lady Rufus said, he missed his face as much as he wanted.

Maybe, you're embarrassed, this is...

Somehow I may be starting to understand his pattern of behavior.

I'm sure you can't be honest.

"I thank you both for your care, which did not anger the inhabitants of our territory for their familiar treatment"

"Exaggerate. And you're too good. So the next Countess Reston will serve?

"Yes?"

"So you're my only daughter, right? Then why don't you take your son-in-law and inherit the trail?

Well, it's common in this country for a nobleman with only a daughter to take a son-in-law and inherit a trail.

But I don't want to stand out as the Countess.

It's not even that vessel. If I succeed to the trail, the territory will be in crisis.

"Um, I won't carry on the trail, will I? Probably my father's brother's son, or my cousin, but I think he'll carry on the trail."

"... I had a fiancée"

Master Rufus has a really unexpected face.

You think she's a plain woman with no fiancée either. It's true, but that's a little rude. It's true.

"I'm not engaged. I just think I should adopt my father and carry on the trail. Because my father hasn't told me that he wants me to carry on the trail. So doesn't my father consider my cousin as his successor, too?

"That's right...... Nothing, I don't care!

Huh. I've heard it from myself...

I thought I was starting to understand behavioral patterns earlier, but now I don't.

After all, maybe I don't understand what real men think.

Uh-huh, thinking about it, the noise began to gush from the nearby bushes.

As the perimeter cautioned, what emerged was a big dog shaking his tail with tremendous momentum.

Cute with a nostalgic face. He's wearing a collar, and maybe he ran away from some house.

"Hound...... that doesn't sound like it. He may be a regular dog because he also has a collar. I'm used to humans for a long time, so it's possible you've escaped."

Well, when I was worried about what to do, I noticed no response from Master Rufus.

"Master Rufus?

When he sees it, he sees the dog and it's hardened.

You don't like dogs?

Then maybe we should hold the collar and make sure it doesn't move.

I get up and approach the dog and gently stroke my head.

He starts licking my hand with joy, and when he sees it, it doesn't seem dangerous.

He held the collar as it was and prevented the dog from going toward Master Rufus.

"Dear Rufus. I'm handing this child over to the mayor of the town, so could I have His Highness Marion and Master Sophie, please?

"Huh? What? Are you going alone?

"Yes. I'll hand it over to the mayor and have him look for the owner. I don't think it'll take long."

"... I'll go too"

What? You don't like dogs, do you?

"You don't have to."

"Yes, I'm not afraid of dogs! I'm just surprised it's so big!

"Ha."

No, my voice is rubbing up.

I was surprised to see His Highness Marion and Master Sophie back from boat play when I was worried they were really okay.

Describing the situation was that His Highness Marion would take Master Sophie to the Mansion, so sweet to the words, me and Master Rufus headed to the mayor.

Hold the collar tight and play! Play! and hand over the dog safely to the mayor as he forgives the dog that he describes all over his body.

Apparently, he was the dog he owns at the hunter's house because it wasn't suitable for hounds.

"I'm glad you found your owner safe. You can't use it as a hound if you're so nostalgic and restless."

"... you won't be disappointed?

"Dogs have character, too. I can't help but be unfit."

"No, and! I'm asking you if you weren't disappointed when you saw me scared like a dog!

That way!? Utterly, I'm just talking about dog fairness.

No, but that kid was a big dog for what he was, and I don't think he's gonna have to be scared.

By and large, you're not disappointed to see someone scared of a dog.

"I'm fine with dogs, but I'm scared of wild dogs, too. I'm not used to people, so I can get bitten. Aren't we talking about how a nostalgic dog just looks like a wild dog to Master Rufus? Nothing's wrong. There are things that everyone doesn't like, things that scare them, and you won't be disappointed."

When I finished saying it, Lady Rufus suddenly stopped and looked at me in a dazed manner.

He blinked a couple of times, and, oh, you were, he shrugged.

"What did I do?

"Talk over here. It's all just connected. Because it's just so refreshing."

"Well, I hope so."

"And your name. It was definitely Amelia, wasn't it?

"Yes."

"Well, from now on, I'll call you Amelia"

All of a sudden, they call me by my name, and now this one's stunned.

I don't know what happened in Master Rufus, but apparently he recognized me as one person.

"I'll tell you what, because Amelia doesn't have a veto. I don't care if you say no... I'll call you. Trouble, but I'll call you."

"In the end, are you calling?

"I'll call you. I'm on my own."

"I don't mind that...... Oh, but please stop it in public! Because people like Rufus!

That's all there is to it!

It gets more attention than being close to Master Sophie to be called by his name by the popular Rufus in the college.

I'm sorry to be attacked jealously by a girl student.

"Women stink."

"Yeah, it's troublesome being a woman."

How impatient was my way of saying it, Master Rufus nodded with a strange look on his face.