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Chapter 138: Triumphal Return
“Welcome back, Rest!”
“Welcome home, Rest-sama!”
*Whap!*
Gathered from battle, Rest returned to the capital city, greeted by embraces from the Rosemary sisters.
The civil war unexpectedly ended in a short period, so it was only three days since they departed for battle.
Even though the separation wasn’t that long, it seemed the two sisters had been quite worried.
Caught in their simultaneous embrace, Rest found himself unceremoniously pushed down right at the entrance.
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“Rest, are you injured? Anywhere hurting?”
“Rest-sama, Rest-sama, Rest-sama…!”
Viola and Primula clung to him with tears.
Receiving a more passionate welcome than expected, Rest tried to calm the two while his facial muscles twitched.
“Ah, um… I’m back. Sorry for worrying you. As you can see, I’m fine and uninjured, so please rest assured.”
“Thank goodness…”
“Yeah… I’m happy to see you both too… sincerely.”
Relief spread through Rest’s chest along with the warmth of the two. He had steeled himself for battle, ready to become ruthless, but even so, he hadn’t completely shed his emotions. The part of him that couldn’t let go was now filled, and the rough edges of his heart that had formed on the battlefield were being soothed palpably.
(What can I say… I’m really glad to be back… Having people who say ‘welcome back’ is even more happiness than I thought.)
In his past life, he hadn’t been blessed with a family, but in this life, he had gained a new one.
A family where hearts communicated. Genuine bonds where one could feel both loved and loving.
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The presence of such irreplaceable family was surely more valuable than titles and estates.
“Viola, Primula…”
“Rest…”
“Rest-sama…”
Rest and the two gazed at each other, slowly bringing their faces closer.
They were about to exchange a tight kiss, but before that…
*Cough*
“Oh… Rest-kun. If you’ve returned, shouldn’t you report to me, the head of the family, first?”
“””Ah…”””
Rest and the sisters froze simultaneously.
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The one who poured cold water on them with a bitter expression was Albert Rosemary, the head of the Rosemary Marquis family.
Moreover, since this was the entrance of the Rosemary Marquis family, there were others present besides them.
Dibble and the magicians affiliated with the Rosemary Marquis family who had fought and returned with Rest. The maids and butlers who worked in the mansion were also lined up to greet them.
They all wore uniformly awkward expressions, with young maids blushing red.
“…Come to my office. Report to me in detail about the civil war.”
“…Understood.”
Facing his father-in-law in such a situation was quite unexpected.
Separating from the sisters, Rest walked after Albert, his face lowered.
“Um… I guess you must be hungry.”
“S-so, we’ll prepare the meal.”
Viola and Primula also awkwardly spoke and hurriedly disappeared into the kitchen.
As Rest entered the head of the family’s office with Albert, there stood Marquis Eilish Rosemary, the Albert’s wife.
“You’ve returned. My non-blood-related son.”
“…It’s been a while. Madam.”
“Call me mother.”
“… Mother-in-law.”
Given their first meeting started with a challenge to battle, Rest couldn’t help but feel uncomfortable around Eilish. It wasn’t that he disliked her. It was just a feeling of unease that made him uneasy.
(My mother-in-law is the complete opposite of a soothing type..)
“We’ve already received the report… Tell me about the outcome on the battlefield in detail.”
Sitting at the desk in the office, Albert motioned for Rest to sit on the sofa.
As instructed, Rest sat on the sofa… took a deep breath, and began to speak about the course of the civil war.
“The battle began with me casting magic. Under the orders of His Highness the Crown Prince, I fired the same magic I used to defeat the magic beast Subnok into the enemy camp.”
Listening silently to Rest’s report, Marquis Albert let out a deep sigh when the story was finished.
“Somehow… your achievements were greater than I heard.”
“As expected of our son-in-law. I’m relieved that you fought a battle worthy of the Rosemary name!”
Albert suppressed a headache, and Eilish smiled proudly.
Facing such contrasting reactions from the couple, Rest scratched his cheek with a troubled expression.
“Um… Was it… not good?”
“No… There’s no issue for the kingdom. I think you’ve achieved more than we expected.”
Albert explained with a sigh mixed in.
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“However… whether this turns out to be fortunate for you is unclear. It seems you’ve attracted more attention than necessary.”
At the heart of the kingdom, to divert attention from the royal family’s blunders, King, Crown Prince, and Marquis Catreya considered elevating Rest as a hero and savior.
Thus, they deliberately entrusted him with the front lines… but it seems he achieved more than expected.
“To have slain seven thousand enemy soldiers in the initial strike… well, that’s acceptable. Thanks to that, the battle turned decisively in our favor and was resolved within half a day. However, defeating Prince Rodel in a duel was excessive… you stood out too much.”
Firstly, Rodel’s affiliation with the rebel army remains confidential.
Of course, word will spread among the people… but at least officially from the royal family, the mastermind of the rebellion is Marquis Eiger, and Rodel’s name will not be disclosed.
However, when people witness something remarkable, they naturally want to talk about it.
The duel between Rest and Rodel is exactly that. It will be recounted among the people as a heroic tale, embellishing the battlefield.
“Your conspicuousness also means that the name of Prince Rodel, who fought you in a duel, will spread. It’s no longer possible to conceal that he was involved with the rebels. This is his own doing, so it’s not about blaming you, Rest… but his name will be remembered as that of a traitor.”
“Ah… did I perhaps do something unnecessary? Will the royal family be angry?”
“No… if you hadn’t fought, His Highness the Crown Prince might have been endangered. There’s no need to blame you. Rather, there will likely be more people trying to win your favor.”
While stating that Rest did nothing wrong, Albert’s gaze becomes accusingly contradictory.
“You’re already confirmed to be elevated to a Count due to this battle, but that may not suffice as a reward. Giving you a title higher than Marquis would be difficult… instead, you’ll receive a reward and additional lands on the plains.”
“Ah… I see. It sounds like it’ll take effort to develop.”
“Well, that’s fine. That’s fine, but…”
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Albert wears a bitter expression.
Rest tilts his head, wondering what could be troubling his father-in-law so much, but Eilish speaks up in his place.
“In other words, there’s a possibility that many brides will be sent to you… that’s what it means.”
“Eh… brides?”
“An increase in land means just that. There will be women aiming for a child who inherits magic powers, so you’ll likely end up with both a proper wife and concubines.”
“……….”
Receiving such blunt words, Rest is dumbfounded.
Rest displayed too much strength.
As a result, many nobles are paying attention to Rest.
Gold, lands, and connections will come, with many women sent to pursue him.
Though unavoidable, Albert seems troubled by the idea of his son-in-law taking many wives.
“Um, well… I’m satisfied with Viola and Primula…”
“…Political marriages are a duty of nobles. If the royal family acts as a mediator, you can’t refuse.”
“That’s…”
“But… even so, I won’t forgive anyone who makes my daughters unhappy. Absolutely not.”
“……….”
He had thought about having a large family… but he hadn’t said he wanted many wives.
Rest sighs, feeling lost for words for a while.