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Chapter 256: I Didn’t Hear Anything 

　Our family carriage arrived at Baron Ambert’s house. Baron Ambert and his family were waiting in line in front of the gate.

　I’m glad I wasn’t late. It would have given only the worst impression to make them wait upright and immobile.

“I apologize for keeping you waiting. Thank you for inviting me today.”

“No, I was just outside just now. Welcome to the Ambert household. We are delighted to welcome you.”

“I’ve been waiting for you. Julius-sama.”

　The Baron greeted me lightly, and soon after, Miss Fabienne greeted me as well. Her face looked somewhat happy. Seeing that, I felt a little relieved.

　The letter sent from the Royal Capital was not all cheerful topics, but about how to make magic potions and the possibility of an epidemic. If anything, they were things She probably didn’t want to hear. It must have worried her and made her feel bad.

　However, there was no trace of such gloom on Miss Fabienne’s face.

　She must have dressed up for my visit. Fluffy sleeves, a collar that beautifully showed off her bosom, and a skirt made of several layers of thin fabric, like a rose.

　I was dressed to the nines, and my outfit didn’t stand out at all. It was just as Nero had predicted. As expected of Nero. If I had visited her in normal clothes, she would have been disillusioned.

　Miss Fabienne’s dress is based on a pale blue color. In contrast, I was dressed in my usual navy blue aristocratic attire. I think we look pretty good side by side. If I had a camera, I would have taken a picture.

“I’ve been looking forward to meeting you, Miss Fabienne, and I must say you look even more beautiful in your dress today. I almost mistook you for a real snow fairy.”

“Oh, my dear Julius-sama!”

　She smiles with red cheeks. I’m not joking. Baron Ambert quickly guided me inside the mansion, saying that it would be a bad to have a long talk outside.

　Miss Fabienne looked a little cold. I wish she had waited inside the mansion without forcing herself. But I guess that’s what happens when a high-ranking aristocrat visits.

　After exchanging greetings with the Baron and Baroness Ambert again in the salon to which I was led, the parents left as if to say, “Then we’ll leave it to you two.” Of course, Miss Fabienne has a servant accompanying her, and Nero is waiting behind me.

“I’m sorry to be late in introducing you, but this is Nero, my new personal servant.”

“I’m Nero. Please make my acquaintance from now on.”

　Nero bowed deeply as a gentleman. The sight was very beautiful. Maybe I’m losing? Isn’t Nero growing up too fast?

“Fabienne. Julius-sama has written several times in his letters to me about you. He wants to make you his personal servant. I’m sure you’re that wonderful of a person.”

“No, not so much.”

　Nero is horrified. Come to think of it, is this the first time he has been praised so much to his face?　I am glad that he seems to have made a good impression on Miss Fabienne. Nero has a pretty face, and I don’t think she will feel uncomfortable being around him.

“Once again, Miss Fabienne, thank you. Thanks to you, we were able to control the damage caused by the epidemic in the capital. In the capital, there were a good number of patients, and there was a temporary shortage of medicines. In addition, many people’s symptoms worsened and they developed lung disease.”

“Please stop thanking me. I just did what I could do. Thanks to the potions that you taught me, my skill as a potion maker has become much more recognized.”

　With that, she made a forceful fist. I have never seen a lady do this before, but I guess it was Miss Fabienne’s way of showing her concern for me. I smiled gratefully.

 “Even in the Margrave Heine’s family, your skill as a potion master is well recognized. I’m really sorry …… that I’ve made some unreasonable requests.”

“I don’t think I forced myself. I’m glad I was able to help you.”

　Miss Fabienne narrowed her eyes. There is only so much that one noblewoman can do. Among them, there are probably very few women who can contribute to others. She seems truly happy to be one of them.

　In the future, Rosalia will probably become one of the noblewomen who can contribute to society. I am sure Rosalia will be able to live a rewarding life.

“To say sorry for asking so much of you, I’d like to give you something …… next time, can we go out together to the territorial capital, and would you let me give you a g-gift?”

“I-I’m not sure if that’s …… the case, but of course. I would be happy to accompany you.”

　Miss Fabienne’s face was dyed like a bright rose. My face is probably turning into a bright rose as well. I had no idea how hard it was to ask someone out on a date.

“Good. Let’s go before the territorial capital is buried in snow. Oh, by the way, will the territorial capital ever be snowed in again?”

“What do you mean by that?”

　Miss Fabienne tilted her head slightly like a small animal. I wonder what this feeling of “I must protect her” is.

　Then I told her what had happened on the way back from the royal capital, and I also told her about the arrival of the spirit at my parents’ house.

　Miss Fabienne, who was very interested in what I had to say, said that she would like to meet a Spirit  herself, but I kept my words vague. I was sure she would be disillusioned if she saw the spirit in person. Because, poof, he’s a pervert.

　I returned home elated after arranging a date with Miss Fabienne, but a startling revelation awaited me.

“What?　 mother is attending a soiree tonight?　Then maybe father is also ……?”　

“Of course he is. What on earth is Julius talking about? Mother would never attend a soiree by herself. Besides, she said that she might stay the night.”

“I-I see.”

　My eyes wandered through the void, upset by my brother Alex’s unexpected words. I glanced at Nero and saw his astonished eyes. ……Am I the only one who didn’t know?　I really didn’t hear about it.

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