Chapter 185 – Baroness Meeka Raniemi

　The time was somehow already getting to be lunchtime. The corridors of the school were filled with smiling students coming and going after classes. It appears that the epidemic has not become a serious problem so far.

　I silently followed behind my brother Alex as we walked along. As we passed through a few buildings, I could smell a pleasant aroma wafting through the air. Apparently, the cafeteria was close by. The number of students walking down the corridor seemed to be decreasing mindlessly.

　Come to think of it, Brother Cain said there was a dinning room exclusively for high-ranking nobles. We must be heading there.

“Julius, this is your first time here, right?”

“Yes, it is. When I came to visit the school with brother Cain, we mainly toured the outside facilities.”

“Hehe, that’s very Cain-like.”

　Even brother Alex seems to think that brother Cain is a bit of a muscle brain. He preferred showing me the outside more than the inside. Is that what it seems like?

　When I reached the dining room, Brother Cain was already there. His face was as dark as a moonless night.

“Cain, did we keep you waiting?”

“Yes. …… No, I just got here.”

“Cain ……”

“Brother Cain, ……”

　It appears that he is quite cornered. He seems to be so distressed that he can’t even make proper social greetings.

“I’ll listen to what you have to say while we eat. Let’s order lunch first.”

　After giving the servant some instructions, he gave a single bow and went away. Apparently, there is no option to choose from the menu in this cafeteria. When I looked closely, I noticed that there were no menus on any of the other tables either. 

 “Is Baroness Raniemi’s condition not good?”

“Yes, well, I guess so. They wouldn’t let me into her room.”

　Brother Cain sounds downcast. The whole morning classes completely did not reach his ears.

　Is her condition really that bad that they won’t let him into the room? This means I should go to Baroness Raniemi as soon as possible.

“Um, does Baroness Raniemi live in the dormitory? I believe she lives in the royal capital, right?”

“Yes, she does. She is living in the dormitory at her insistence. She wanted to try living on her own at least once. She said she probably only had the opportunity to do it when she was a student.”

“Just like you, brother Cain, isn’t it?”

　Brother Cain is smiling shyly. Maybe they are alike. I guess that’s where they hit it off.

“There are quite a few students like you and the others who want to live in a dormitory as a memorial. But they have their servants with them, so it’s not like they are living completely alone.”

　The food arrived. It’s so luxurious that it’s hard to believe it’s cafeteria food. Meat, vegetables, and bread. All of them seemed to be shining. This cafeteria must also be used by royalty. It’s no wonder then that such luxurious cuisine is served.

　After the meal had progressed to a certain extent, I got down to the point.

“Cain, as soon as we’re done eating,  we’ll head over to Baroness Raniemi’s place. I would like you to show us the way.”

“I understand. I have already informed Meeka’s servants that my older brother and younger brother  will be bringing magic potions in the afternoon.”

“Thank you. Now we just need to see if we can get into the room.”

　Silence descends. If this were Baroness Meeka Raniemi’s family home, we would probably ask the Viscount to let us into her room, but this is a school. And to make matters worse, we have to go into the girls’ dormitory.

“Um, is it okay if we go into the girls’ dormitory?”

“I think it’s essentially not. What should we do about that? How did you get in Cain?”

“I went in to visit Meeka. The other girls knew that Meeka had a cold.”

　Hmm, then, does that mean that people know that brother Cain and Baroness Raniemi are getting along well with each other? Brother Cain is also handsome, and the girls around him might be like “kyaa!” (squeal).

　Is it dangerous to enter the girls’ dormitory?

“I see. You have another class in the afternoon, right?”

“I do, but I’ll come with you, okay?”

　His words were strong. It seemed that he had no intention of taking a step back. That may be one of the reasons why he gave up on meeting her in the morning. It seems that brother Alex was also broken by his will. He did not criticize him for not going to class.

　Well, even if he did go to class, he’d probably be distracted. Then it would be the same as not going to class.

“We’ll all go together, then. We need you to show us the way anyways.”

“I’ll take care of it. But more importantly, what happened to the magic potion?”

“Don’t worry, brother Cain. I brought it with me.”

　Hearing this, Brother Cain’s eating speed increased, perhaps because he was relieved. He probably wanted to finish his meal quickly and get going.

　Smiling, brother Alex began to eat as well. I have to eat quickly too.

“It’s on the third floor here.”

“This is it? I’ve never been in here before. I’m surprised you were able to get in.”

　Brother Alex was aghast. The girls’ dormitory was surrounded by a high wall, and a guard stood in front of the gate. The boys’ dormitory did not have a guard, so it seems like it’s only here.

　Through the iron bars of the gate, we could see flowers in bloom in the courtyard. Just by looking at them, one could tell that they were well cared for. Gardening is a common hobby for female aristocrats. The students living in the dormitory must be taking care of it.

“Let’s go. I came here in the morning, so the guards must know we’re here.”

　Brother Alex and I follow behind Brother Cain as he zips along. It seems that some of them have returned to the dormitory during their lunch break. They are watching us from afar.

　He talks to the security guard and he lets us in. It takes courage to enter the women’s garden.

“It smells kind of nice.”

“Yes, it does. It has a unique aroma.”

“This way, brother.”

　Without looking aside, he headed straight for the room. I passed several female students, all of whom looked surprised. They probably did not expect a man to come in here.

　Eventually, Brother Cain stopped in front of a door. On the door’s nameplate were the words “Meeka Raniemi.”

　He knocked on the door. Immediately, a small reply came back.

“Meeka, it’s me. It’s Cain. As I was telling you in the morning, my brothers have brought the magic potion. I need you to open this door.”

　There was a pause, and then the door was opened. Brother Cain looks relieved. I followed him into the room. Inside there was a servant and a woman lying on the bed.

“My name is Meeka Raniemi. I am sorry to appear in such an embarrassing way.”

　Baroness Raniemi greets us, coughing several times on the way. Brother Cain approached Baroness Raniemi with blinding speed and rubbed her back. When did this happen?

　Yes, what can I say, her breasts are surprisingly large. If she coughs too much, won’t they spill out?　That’s not all. She also seems to have a very nice figure.

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