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

When I got home to the mansion, I rushed off to find clothes that were not plain.

"Unplain clothes... Unplain clothes..."

Whimpering like a spell, I scratch through every piece of elegant outdoor clothing lined up.

"Oh, my lady. We'll look for you."

"It's okay. Because if it's not moving, I still feel like I might say no. It'll calm you down better if you move."

"Say no...? Did you make a promise to someone?

"Huh? Yeah. I promised to go out with Master Rufus. Dear Sophie."

To choose what to give together, I was about to say, and an elderly female servant shouted.

"Oh, ma'am! Ma'am! It's hard! They say the lady is going out with a man!

"Oh, hey!

As it was, she jumped out of the room and the surprise voices of the servants who heard her voice gradually moved to the far side.

How far did you go?

It's nothing like a date or anything, so you don't have to make that much noise.

Ha, and I sighed, and I resume searching for clothes that aren't plain.

A few minutes later, my breathless mother jumped into the room, so I stopped by surprise.

"Li, Lia...... honey!

"In the meantime, please calm down!

You're breathing so much! I've never seen a mother like that before.

As I calmed her down, she grabbed my shoulder with both hands.

"Rufus must be Rufus from the Barnett Marquis, isn't he?

"Yes, that's Rufus."

"Are you two going out?

"Yes, but to Master Sophie"

She touched my mouth with her index finger.

No, let me tell you everything. Maybe I'm making a big mistake.

"There you go, Leah! I can't believe I shot that Rufus! That's my daughter. You asked me about a woman with a gap before, to shoot Master Rufus! You've always been a pretty girl, so I thought you'd shoot a wonderful man, but it was more than I imagined."

I no longer know where to start poking......

But if I don't get the misconception that I'm just dating Master Rufus, I'll annoy him.

"Lady Rufus and I are not in the kind of relationship your mother would imagine. This time I chose a gift for Master Sophie, so she asked me to help her, so I just decided to go out with her."

"Oh, I've never heard of Rufus going out with a woman. Besides, offering you a gift for your family is a good hand for shy people who can't tell you how to date, right?

"Master Rufus is not shy, so that's impossible. How can a mother tie everything to love? You simply want my opinion that you are close to Master Sophie."

Mother said, teasing her fingers like a jerk.

"If you're talking about Master Sophie, why don't you ask your servant? I don't even think I need to bother asking Leah. Besides, even though Sophie and Leah are close, I don't hear much about you going out with your sister or your sister's friends, do I?

"It is...... But I'm only sure it's not a date."

Look at reality, Mother. Your daughter looks so mediocre and plain.

It's impossible to have romantic feelings from such a cute person.

You convinced me or you didn't, your mother looked at me in silence.

"Come on, Mother. Because I have to choose the clothes to wear."

"... not with your usual clothes?

"Because she said it was beautiful clothes."

Mother's eyes regained their radiance as soon as possible.

"Here! Here! A man places an order on a woman's clothes because he wants to see a different woman. That is."

"So... Shh... Ra! You just can't allow me to be plain dressed next to Master Rufus, can you? It's too deep."

Mother, who ignored my words, had instructed her servant to ask her to bring her clothes.

They're going to recommend flashy clothes that will never suit me, and I just have to hold my head.

After an exchange, the day came to go out with Master Rufus.

Today I wear empty clothes that my mother has persistently recommended.

It has a collar to the neck so it looks very clear. Besides exquisite clothes that are neither colorful nor flashy, or even plain.

I wonder if that means your mother has a good idea.

Then, I was gutted and applied makeup.

When I was at the party, it was about white powder and cheeky red, and lipstick, but I got my eyebrows fixed today, and I also got makeup for my eyes.

More than usual, I think it looks like it can be seen, but it's the original, so hey.

"Ma'am, the Marquis Barnett family is here."

"... I'm going now"

As a result, I moved on to him, anxious as to whether this outfit would be a favorite of Master Rufus.

"Thank you for waiting."

"... I'm not waiting for anything else, and..."

Master Rufus, who had stopped talking along the way, looked at me in a flash.

Is this frightening? I wonder if it's enough to see that a plain woman worked hard and fashioned.

"Um, how about that? As you wish, I've tried on a beautiful outfit, but does it look enough not to be unnatural to be next to Master Rufus?

……

"You've been restless wearing bright colored clothes like this since you were a kid. I don't know if it suits me."

I'll laugh ahahaha, but Master Rufus is unresponsive.

Could it be that it doesn't look good enough to have no words!?

"Master Rufus?

Calling, he startled his body as surprised.

He's taking his gaze off of me and covering his mouth with his hands.

"Doesn't look good"

"Again?"

"Nothing."

"Which one!?

When I accidentally put it in my mouth, I heard your mother's sneaky laugh from behind.

As it is, I've decided to say it's another date. You're rude to Master Rufus, and let's get out of the mansion for now.

"So, Master Rufus, shall we come? Have you decided on the store yet?

"I have some ideas. Okay, Countess Reston. I'll borrow your daughter for a day."

"Yeah. Nice to meet you. Come on, Leah."

"Yes, I'm coming."

He turns to a smile containing all sorts of emotions, and my expression catches on.

Anyway, we can get out of the mansion, okay?

So we rode with Rufus to the carriage, and we headed to the city.

The first to arrive was in a store that handles silk products.

Master Rufus, who got off the carriage first, is reaching out to me for some reason.

"Um, Master Rufus?

"Will you just take my hand?

"Huh?"

"What, that reaction? You think he's a man who can't even escort?

No, that's not true...

"You know what? How many women don't like escorts?

"I don't think so!

"Then get your hands on it quickly. You're ashamed of me not coming out of the carriage after all this time."

That's true, too.

It's a little embarrassing, but it's a bit of patience to get into the store.

I took Rufus' hand, which I was offered without fear.

"Watch the steps, right?"

"When they say it, they're going to fail..."

"I'll take it if I fall."

That said, Master Rufus got me off the carriage very gently.

My face gets hot with joy and embarrassment for treating me like a princess.

I was walking in such a way that Master Rufus would draw my hand, and I could hear people around me blurring, and when I looked around, the gaze of passers-by was gathering here.

Shit! I forgot Master Rufus was the one who stood out!

If they find out I'm next door, they'll give it to me for a blood festival!

"Oh, who is next to Master Rufus?

"Come on? You're a face I don't see."

Yay! They haven't noticed you with darker makeup than usual!

But I'm not used to being seen, so I want to get into the store soon......!

We walked into the store safely, trying to keep our gaze out of the way.

Rufus looks at the item with interest and asks the owner various questions.

He put his arms together to figure out if there was anything to pin.

"You may also want an embroidered handkerchief. In particular, you may be delighted that the flowers Sophie likes are embroidered."

"Huh. By the way, for your information, does Amelia have any favorite flowers?

"Is that me? I don't particularly like flowers, but I prefer smaller ones to larger ones."

"Yes. Then I'll go to the next store."

That means there was nothing for Rufus, right?

You might want to hear what you're looking for.

"By the way, Master Rufus, what are you thinking? Do you have something that you can use on a daily basis or something that you can decorate, see, and enjoy?

"... I haven't really thought about it. Because I'm going to make up my mind with Amelia's opinion and intuition."

"Please don't give me such a serious assignment......!

"If you don't decide until the end, you don't have to worry about it because I choose to buy it using the erasure method."

Dear Sophie! I can't believe I gave that Sophie what she chose in such a nasty way!

It's unacceptable. At any rate, I have to recommend this to Rufus by choosing a gift that will please Sophie......!

"What, are you stopping? I'm going to the next store."

"Oh, please wait!

After Mr. Rufus, who left the store, I'm going outside too.

"Next, Glassworker's Shop a little further"

So we took the carriage again, and we headed to the glass mechanic's shop.

Here, my eyes nail one product.

That was the integration of glass finishing and orgol.

A glass worker, a man and a woman dancing, slowly turns around, playing a famous song.

"... beautiful"

"Then I'll do it. Store owner. Take this."

I look up to Master Rufus, who has made a light decision.

Even if I like it, it doesn't mean Master Sophie likes it.

"Dear Rufus. Wouldn't it be better if you thought about it a little more? Giving me something I like doesn't necessarily make Sophie happy."

"What are you talking about? I bought this for Amelia, not for my sister."

"Yes!?

"Look, I've always taken care of you, and you're dating me today... so thank you! It doesn't mean anything! Thank you!

Yep!? What's the purpose!? Initial purpose!?

Why would you give me a gift if I had to choose it for my original purpose...

Oh, no, I'm fine. I know it doesn't make a lot of sense.

"Don't worry, I know there's no deep sense in thanking you. We need to pick a gift for Sophie first."

"Huh? You know what I mean? Not even a little bit, but you don't think maybe?

"Yeah. Don't worry, I have no idea. More than that, a gift for Master Sophie... Master Rufus?

What, are you lying? With that said, Master Rufus looked at me with his eyes closed.

I wonder what kind of reaction this is.

"... my efforts..."

"Um, Master Rufus. Could it have meant something else?

"Huh!? No!"

That's right. I'm sorry I said something that sounded like I was complacent.

It would be terribly embarrassing to be denied with all your might.

You've said something extra.

"So, how about a gift for Sophie?

This is already, only if it flushes, I switched the subject.

"I had a glass finisher of my sister's favorite flowers, so I'm going to give them away. If I told you I chose it with Amelia, you'd be happy."

"Master Sophie would be delighted if Rufus chose it with all his heart, even if he didn't give me my name"

"I hope so"

I'm sure Master Sophie will be delighted.

If I asked you why you wanted to give me a gift, you'd be more than happy.

"Oh, looks like you're done wrapping it up."

To Master Rufus's voice, I returned to me.

"Yes. Amelia's Minute"

In the palm of my hand, I can put on a bag containing the glass finisher Orgol purchased earlier by Master Rufus.

It's supposed to be something that's not that heavy, but for some reason, it seems like it's a lot of weight.

"Thank you. I just went out with you to pick a gift for Master Sophie, but I can't believe you even got it to me. I'll take care of it."

With a smile on his face, saying so, Master Rufus looked away as soon as he saw me chilling on the side.

"... because I said thank you, but it's also a little understated. And today Amelia is cuter than usual... or too cute... I wish I always dressed like that because my clothes look great too"

Bottom line?... Is that what you want me to ask for, and you gave it to me with the intent of bribing me or something?

Or is Rufus' eye okay saying he's cute? You're somewhat deluded by makeup, but you're a plain woman, aren't you?

Dear Rufus, who coughs with me when I'm stunned.

Sometimes the awkward air flows.

"Well, then, I bought a gift too, shall we go to the confectionery store?"

"You don't go home when you buy it"

"... Whatever it takes, it's too soon. 'Cause I'm gonna have you hanging out till about evening."

"Is that fun? You're with me, right?

We can only line up the good things about Master Sophie, can't we?

And the stupidity of His Highness Marion?

"If I were with Amelia, I wouldn't be bored. I think it's fun, and I want to spend some time with Amelia."

Wow, that's a dialogue like a romance novel.

I'm thrilled for nothing, and I'm about to fall in love with myself.

... Wait a minute. You can't do that! And I shake my head.

Don't get me wrong about how sweet Rufus might like me.

Only, I see it as a friend of my sister's.

By and large, they are different identities, and they don't look right, so it's a good idea to get the wrong idea.

You're supposed to be convincing yourself, but my chest hurt for some reason.

"Though it's fun to watch, you're definitely not thinking about being busy, are you?

"... was it that on your face?

"I was out. Amelia's quite the type to put on your face, but you didn't notice?

I didn't even notice.

I'm not aware of it, so it seems difficult.

"Well, from the side you're looking at, it helps because I know what you're thinking.... Look, I'm coming."

I was gently slapped on the back with a pong and I left the glass worker's shop with Master Rufus.

Thus, at the famous confectionery shop in Wang Du, Rufus and I talked as much as time allowed and ended the day.

At the confectionery store, I didn't have to worry about people's gaze because it was a private room, but I was still worried.

I was talking normally because I got used to it, but Master Rufus is an amazing beautiful boy, isn't he?

I used to talk to you normally.

What a thought to go home, I forgive my mother for listening to me before entering my room.

Remove the glass worker Orgol from the bag and place the screws on the winder.

My chest was thrilled to remember the day I wanted to dream, watching the song play and the glass worker above begin to turn.

"It was like a romantic novel. I can't believe I'm going out with someone other than my family. I'm glad they're Rufus. It was so much fun."

Enjoyed it enough to spare me going home.

Above all, I was delighted to see the new side of Rufus.

Remembering today's conversation, I calmed down after smiling.

"... how can you be so confused? I went out for the first time with a man other than your father and cousin, so you're just strongly impressed, I'm sure."

Yeah. I bet you do.

Because I never experienced it. Besides, I'm just excited because something like a romantic novel happened.

...... but how can you be so thrilled?