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Chapter 219: When The Three of Us Come Together

　The initial conversation proceeded at Daniela-sama’s pace from start to finish. When we left her room, brother Alex was exhausted. That’s alright, big brother. I like you and sister-in-law even more now that I’ve heard about your secret.

“Julius, what we were talking about earlier…”

“It’s okay. I’ll keep it to myself.”

“I’d appreciate it if you would.”

　This is the first time I’ve seen older brother so weak and domineering. This will be placed on Daniela-sama’s behind in the future. Just like our father. …Perhaps this is also another family tradition of the Margrave Heine family! ?

　When we returned to the townhouse, Brother Alex said with serious eyes.

“Every once in a while write a letter to Lady Fabienne. When I was in the territorial capital, I often wrote to Lady Daniela.”

“I will do so. Thank you.”

　It seems that my brother is concerned about the relationship between me and Miss Fabienne. Maybe that’s why he’s not actively introducing me to the noble’s daughters at the upcoming soiree. Is he giving me a push?　If I were to marry the daughter  of an extremely powerful aristocratic family, the Margrave Heine family would likely be in trouble.

　In that case, Miss Fabienne might be the right person for the task. She is the daughter of a baron living in the same territory. Her backing power is weak. She would be just the right person to suppress my power. Thinking of this, I wrote the letter in my room.

　I wonder what Miss. Fabienne thinks of me.　I think she likes me a little, but I’m getting a little worried.

“What’s wrong, Julius?　Didn’t get enough sleep?”

　I was in the middle of processing materials to be used in improving the ice room when I stopped for a moment. I guess he must have seen that. Ijidol asked me worriedly. That’s correct.

“I was just thinking about something and couldn’t sleep.”

“Julius can’t sleep …… what the hell were you thinking about?　No way, a new swordsmanship technique!”

“No, something else.”

　Why does Axel want to make me a master swordsman? I’ve told him repeatedly that I have no intention of going down that path, but he doesn’t seem to believe me. Good grief.

“I was thinking of asking you and Ijidol to join me at the next soirée.”

“Eh!”

“No way!”

　I was easily rejected. But I won’t give up. If I give up, it’s over. I turned to the two of them and gave them a big smile.

“We’re friends, right?”

“Well, yeah.”

“Yeah, we are.”

　The two of them smile bitterly. It’s a bit of a cowardly move, but I intend to continue to be friends with the two of them. If that’s the case, there will be more opportunities for us to participate in social circles together in the future.

“I’m asking you to think of it as practice. It’s my first social gathering, too.”

“Oh, really? Well, I guess so.”

“Huh? Axel, have you ever been there?”

“Oh, I’ve been there a few times with my parents.”

　As expected of someone who is two years older than me. He seems to have more experience than I do. Ijidol is the same age as me, so he hasn’t made his debut in the social world yet. Then he will be making his debut with me. This is a big responsibility. I’ll have to make sure he wears the right clothes.

“Axel-senpai, I look forward to working with you!”

“Then I don’t have to go, do I?　Right?”

“Oh, that’s…”

　Axel was about to continue speaking when someone interrupted our conversation.

“That’s a problem. I’ve already prepared ijidol’s costume.”

“Dear brother Alex!　What are you doing here?”

“I’m here to check on the ice room. Daniela-sama is also with me.”

　When I turned around after saying that, I saw Daniela-sama protected by a Royal Guard. I knelt down in a panic. A moment later, Axel and Ijidol knelt down as well. I can see the people who were helping me improve the ice room move. They must all be look the same way.

“Everyone, please continue working without worrying about me. I just came to see you all work today.”

　A gentle voice echoed through the ice room. I was glad I hadn’t activated the cooling magic circle. I would have made the princess feel cold.

　Everyone looked up at Daniela-sama’s words and started moving again, hesitantly.

“I did not think that you would come to this place.”

“I’m sorry. I didn’t mean to surprise you. But I heard that it was almost finished, so I came here as soon as I could. I can’t express my gratitude to the people who work for our country without compensation.”

“I can’t thank you enough.”

　It is true that they are working for free, but all the expenses are paid by the state, you know?　The royal court potions masters are paid by the state, and the servants employed by the Heine family are paid as well. They are not working without pay.

　The only ones working for free are …… me, Axel and Ijidol? Should I pay those two a wage from me?

　When I told them that, they both declined it.

“What are you saying, Julius? No, what are you talking about, Julius-sama? I… No, I already received the “shower magic tool” from you. ”

“Me too”

　Ijidol, I understand that you’re doing your best. I understand it well, but you need practice. Look, brother and Daniela-sama’s faces are smiling, but I’m sure they have their heads in the sand inside. And Axel also looked uneasy, even though he was totally on board with it but said only one word.

　I glanced at my brother. Older brother sensed this and gave me a nod in return.

“The three of you will have to do your best and take manners classes.”

“Huh? Me too!?”

　Oh, shoot.

“…Yes, that’s right. As long as the three of you all work together to compensate for each other’s deficiencies, you’ll be fine. There’s no need to worry. Me and Daniela-sama are with you.”

　My brother and Daniela-sama are smiling. On the other hand, all three of us were trembling.

　Until the evening party, this hellish etiquette course begins.

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