Chapter 76
Sophia, the lady wants two.
It has been about a week since I became a guide to Her Royal Highness Princess Charlotte. On such a holiday, His Royal Highness Prince Harold and His Royal Highness Princess Charlotte jointly hosted the night club.
Participants are mainly students of the school, but invitations have also been sent to their parents.
The preparation period is short, and those who are in the land away from the king’s capital will not be contacted in time. However, there never seem to be many participants in the social season right now.
In such a party, I have given Her Royal Highness Princess Charlotte the role of introducing the participants, and Lady Sophia has also given Her Royal Highness Prince Harold the role of introducing the participants.
The name is the guide – but the substance is close to the partner.
Because both Your Highnesses are not accompanied by partners. To be precise, we’re supposed to say each other’s partners, but these two are acting substantively separate.
As a result, it shows me and Lady Sophia as their partners. In particular, Lady Sophia will be the majority of those who see her as present as a partner of His Royal Highness Prince Harold.
Clear your ears to the chatter around you, even for the sake of friendship between the two countries – what a voice you can hear.
“You’re doing exactly what I said, aren’t you?
“I do not doubt the words of Her Royal Highness Princess Charlotte.”
Returning it that way, I recalled Her Royal Highness Princess Charlotte’s suggestion.
“-Sofia, help the lady? This is another strange thing to say. Doesn’t that sound like Lady Sophia is in a critical situation?”
“Cyril understands what we’ve been studying for. Or are you saying you wouldn’t know if I didn’t explain it from scratch?
“… no such thing”
There are not so many reasons why royalty studies abroad.
And if you look at the status quo, it’s obvious why.
“Then you can’t possibly understand what the word” save your daughter “means, can you?
“Sophia, you think your lady’s trying to escape a political marriage? Impossible.”
– Yes, it can’t be.
There can be no choice for an escaping Sophia lady from a political marriage. But Her Royal Highness Princess Charlotte didn’t seem to realize what I meant by my words.
“It’s no use trying to hide it. You’re so cute, aren’t you, Mr. Sophia?
“That’s an unquestionable fact…… what is it?
“That’s so cute and thoughtful, impeccable in terms of family style and grades. What does it mean that she still doesn’t have a fiancée like that?
“It’s…”
Because I’ve smashed up an event with His Royal Highness Alforce – I can’t say just that. She shrugged at me like that.
“The reason Mr. Sophia doesn’t have a fiancée is because – and that’s probably because she, the Marquis, has someone she can’t be engaged to?
“Come on? It’s something I don’t know. I don’t know.”
“Oh yeah? I heard you have tremendous trust from her? Or is it because you’re a party that you’re not being heard?
I gave this gaze a zero sigh of sight to the attitude that sees through this one. While the maids who follow her are colored, I continue to express my willingness to be frightened.
“Her Royal Highness Princess Charlotte loves rumors a lot, doesn’t she? Or is it the national pattern of the Flamefield Empire?
I would point out at a distance that it is a shallow act in the Ephenian State. Of course, I’m the guide – I mean, backwards to the position of advising her that she’s oblivious to the way this country works.
I don’t realize this far-fetched bitterness – or fear it to the point of losing me to anger when I do, but she laughed, “Oh, I’m sorry.”
“I went through a lot of imagination because she was so cute. That was a rude reckoning indeed. Of course, it’s an act that the Flamefield Empire can do.”
“… Really? This is an overstated point.”
What I am allowed to do is point out the differences between the two countries’ practices. In no way is she allowed to point out the immaturity of her personality.
Is it a cut back after understanding it, or were you just trying to protect your country’s image again? Either way, he’s a pretty nasty opponent.
“Heh heh, that’s more than you were asking. So I’ll say it again. If you can help me, I can help you protect your daughter, okay?
“So – and is it useless to repeat it?
Sophia, a young lady is trying to escape a political marriage. If you want to talk about it on the assumption, you can do whatever you want. Showing with that attitude, she smiled satisfied.
“My brother and I have a certain purpose. So if you’re going to cooperate with me, Brother Harold won’t have to choose your daughter.”
You won’t have to, will you?
What a convenient rhetoric.
But the problem right now is the part where the purpose is being served.
Their aim should be to strengthen their relationship with this country and their knowledge of all sorcery. Therefore, I understand the purpose for which Her Royal Highness Princess Charlotte chose me as her guide.
You draw knowledge from me, or you will have it, because if you get me, you can serve your purpose.
But I can’t believe that His Royal Highness Prince Harold has anything to do with the need to use Lady Sophia as a guide and getting me…
Sophia, if your daughter is going to marry you to a neighboring country, I will follow you soon. This means that, by obtaining Lady Sophia, it is possible for neighbouring countries to achieve two objectives.
But I mean…
“A lot, you’re buying me, aren’t you?
“That’s all the potential you’ve created.”
Hard to believe, but you seemed right. It’s like even being close to Lady Sophia is what I’m talking about, and you’d buy too much of anything about me.
Well, that’s also because you misunderstand me to be the genius who created the unknown sorcery.
I thought you said I was just reproducing existing sorcery.
Indeed, it is true that technology does not exist in this world. So if it’s a statement after examining it, is it impossible to assume that?
You just can’t imagine I’m just using my memories from my previous life. A monster when it comes to that. Or just someone with previous life memories, like Dr. Tristan.
It is therefore unlikely that she will be a reincarnator who did not get there.
Because her purpose is simply my knowledge of witchcraft?
“Let me hear it. What does Her Royal Highness Princess Charlotte want from me?
“Oh, did you intend to make a deal?
“No. But you’re gonna have to ask me what I’m being asked for, right?
“You’re absolutely right. My hope is to get your help. Specifically, when I finish my studies abroad, I’d like you to go to the Empire and work in my lab.”
I won’t talk about it – and I won’t deny it headlessly.
Sophia, both the lady and Foll could find it more difficult to release magic on their own if they get sick. Regardless of Lady Sophia, who has low magic resistance, Foll will need me in an emergency.
Therefore, there can be no choice for me to cross over to the neighbouring country.
At the same time, however, much scope exists for cooperation in the development of magic equipment. If you work with your neighbors, you might be able to reproduce the magic that I use with my magic aids.
“I am interested in the study of witchcraft itself. But I am Lady Sophia’s dedicated butler, so I will not leave her side.”
“But if that’s to protect her, wouldn’t that change the story?
Sophia, telling me to be the basis for protecting your lady. If that’s the case, you might say I’m leaving Lady Sophia’s side.
If you don’t have a choice, though.
“Certainly, there would be such a choice if we were at the worst. But I don’t think such an end awaits.”
I said, “Really? Well, I know what it’s like to want to distract you from reality. So I’ll wait for your reply until I finish my studies abroad.”
In so blatant a rhetoric, I laughed unexpectedly.
– And there was such an interaction.
And now Lady Sophia is on the side of His Royal Highness Prince Harold as a guide. The same goes for our partners, who will see from all around us that the two countries want their marriage.
In other words, what the words of that day indicated was that Her Royal Highness Princess Charlotte would wait for a reply until the end of her studies abroad, but that Her Royal Highness Prince Harold would not be held responsible for his movements in the meantime.
But I don’t have to tell you what I know. I received a non-alcoholic sparkling wine from the waiter and offered it to His Royal Highness Charlotte.
“Here you go, a gift from the Marquis Rosenberg.”
“… this is the gift?
Her Royal Highness Princess Charlotte frowns when she sees the wine in the glass bubbling. She didn’t put it in her mouth, but I guess she wanted to call it a wine of failure.
It is said that sparkling wine is originally a product of coincidence. Initially, it was considered a failure and research focused on how to avoid making wine with carbonation.
– That is the knowledge of the world of previous life.
In other words, in this world it is still a failing treatment, which is generally not widespread.
“Enjoy if you like”
“… if I remember, I think this country, like the Flamefield Empire, was forbidden to drink alcohol at my age?
“Rest assured. That’s technically not alcohol.”
Still, I guess swallowing reluctance is even poison alert.
As Her Royal Highness, it is a natural reaction.
“Of course I’m not saying it’s impossible. But the method of making it is a little complicated. I used magic to manage the condition. If there’s a magic guide that vacuums inside the barrel, it’s easy to make…”
Sooner than we could all finish, Her Royal Highness Princess Charlotte put her mouth on the glass.
The first thing I checked was the taste of sparkling wine when I heard it was a magic guide. Were you really interested in the taste, or did you show interest in the taste to hide your interest in witchcraft…
“… hey, that’s a pretty interesting drink to spread in your mouth. Some people will like this and swallow…. vacuum through the barrel, did you say?
“Yeah, you’re right.”
I’ll answer anything – and explore your reaction to where you’re interested.
“Why is it so easy to make if you have a magic guide? To let civilians manage? Or is there another reason?
As you can see, it’s a magic trick with a lot of magic.
The moment I uttered the word, her amethyst eyes really glowed demonically.
Proof that you ate into my line.
Little by little, but I see her purpose.
“Well, it looks like you liked the sparkling wine too and let’s get to the point. Her Royal Highness Princess Charlotte seems to want me…… would you like to talk a little more constructive?
“Oh, what kind of story, for example?
“While you’re studying abroad, why don’t you work with me to study magic?
Amethyst’s eyes narrowed softly.
That’s what she was asking of me. If I offered it to her while she was studying abroad, I’d lose my hand to protect Lady Sophia.
And yet why do you think -?
But I repeat, that suggestion is something that will fulfill her wishes. Even if I think it’s obviously some kind of trap, I can’t let her ignore my suggestion.
“… to provide me with your knowledge?
“Of course, it doesn’t mean we offer it free of charge. Just don’t you think it’s possible to work together in each area of expertise and produce some sort of magic equipment?
In my previous life, I majored in magic, but amateurs are the same about the hardware needed for magic tools – the development of tools called devices.
I mean, joint development with the Empire is fascinating to me, too.
“If you would cooperate, of course, co-production would be possible. But in that case, I think the demon guide made by you will be sold out of my empire…?
Even if I give out my knowledge, it means I can rely on the Empire to make magic guides. Even if it takes the form of a return of profits to me, it doesn’t make any difference that the imperial side is in a favorable position.
“I am interested in collaborating with Her Royal Highness Princess Charlotte, rumored to possess some of the leading knowledge in the magical powers as well. Is that not satisfactory for reasons of cooperation?
She didn’t believe it, even though it was true, when she said that I had just reproduced the magic book technique. And this time again…
“… good. Let’s keep that for you. Whatever your true aim is, you can’t even hope to study magic.”
You don’t believe my words, you’re trying to read behind them.
Indeed, she is a wise lady.
I am also convinced that it was positioned as a high-spec villain warrant lady in the original, and behaves in a commensurate manner. But that, for the sake of age, would require – pillows.
I’m no match for the Sophia lady I raised. Having ruled out the correct answer at the first point, she won’t notice this thought until that moment when I or the lady serves her purpose.
This is how I make deals with her, while also serving as a guide. Not so much then, under Her Royal Highness Princess Charlotte – or a guest came to me.
They are two: Alicia and His Royal Highness Alforth.
It’s not surprising in itself that we’re at this party, but it’s unusual for these two to be together. Could you be with me as a partner?
Back to the original route… I wouldn’t have.
That’s what I’m thinking. The two exchange greetings with Her Royal Highness Princess Charlotte. His Royal Highness Alforce faces each other every day, and Alicia has faced each other several times.
His Highness Alforth looked at me as I refrained behind him from needing an introduction.
“Her Royal Highness Princess Charlotte. I’m sorry, can I borrow a little Cyril?
“Do you have Cyril…?
“Oh, there’s something I need to talk to you about.”
“Okay. If that’s what you mean.”
I have a feeling it’s going to be a pain in the ass, but I don’t have the right of veto for a clumsy guide. I’ve been taken by His Highness Alforce and Alicia.
“Do you mean to be there?
Break room being rented out to guests outside the party venue.
I was stuck with Alicia for some reason. And behind her like that, Her Highness Alforce still has the look of blaming me.
“Rather, would you like to hear what I mean by this situation?
“There’s nothing wrong with you or these things. Why is Sophia acting as a guide to His Royal Highness Prince Harold! What is Cyril doing?!?”
“I am a guide to Her Royal Highness Princess Charlotte?
“- Giroli”
Wow… I didn’t know a lady who was both a heroine and a Viscount lady would stare at her in the mouth with a giraffe… it’s quite a rare sight.
“Mr. Cyril, you don’t understand what I’m trying to say, you don’t say, do you?
Alicia’s eyes staring at me look like she’s going to cry somewhere.
And His Highness Alforth opened his mouth so that he could side with Alicia like that.
“Cyril. His Royal Highness Prince Harold is going to choose Mr. Sophia as his political wedding partner. And you won’t try to stop it?
“What do you expect from me, the butler?
“But… can Cyril do something about it?
I shook my head at the sight of His Highness Alforce.
“His Royal Highness Alforce. It’s not whether I can do it. Sophia, if you want to stop your lady’s political marriage, shouldn’t you move on your own?
Of course, using his own position as a prince and moving me is one means. But I don’t think about it myself, I just tell my goddaughter that it’s different to rely on me.
“Your Highness used to say you wanted to earn the trust of Lady Sophia, didn’t you? But do you think that would earn the trust of Lady Sophia?
“Ugh…. Ok. I’m gonna sign up for a dance with Mr. Sophia.”
“Yes, you’re not coming”
He turned back his heels with a determined face and withdrew his servants.
If His Royal Highness Alforce signs up for a dance with Lady Sophia in front of the crowd lookout and lets the surroundings know he has eyes on him, it will be to the extent of restraint on public opinion.
But…
“Mr. Cyril, I won’t be deluded, will I?
Alicia stuck to the wall one step further and just had to let her get away. I didn’t think the day would come when I would be walled by your lady in this world.
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