Chapter 246: Things to be Concerned About

　On the table were sweets that could only be bought here in the territory capital. Although it pales in comparison to the high-class sweets that come to the capital from all over the world, but I loved the simple taste of these sweets.

“Hehe, Julius still likes that~”

“It’s delicious because it’s not too sweet and has a little crunch.”

　I said, picking up a cookie and eating it. Maybe they added a little salt. I think it enhances the sweetness.

　Perhaps they noticed how I was munching away at the cookies, my sisters-in-law also picked it up and started eating it.

“I was relieved to see that Julius finally made friends in the Royal capital. I thought he was going to stay in the capital like this “

“Um, that’s the plan, isn’t it?”

“…There are times when you have go to the royal capital like this time. Make sure to exchange letters with your friends in the Royal capital.”

“Okay.”

　A commanding aura erupted from Father. Maybe he’s worried that my presence is becoming bigger. In that case, I think it would be better to keep me away from the capital and let things settle down. Am I the only one who thinks so?

“Kyu~!”

“Mira is home too. Have you been a good girl?”

“Kyu”

　I catch Mira, who flies towards me with a flap of her wings

　Hmmm, as expected, I can’t talk to her yet. If I wanted to talk to Mira, I would have to use a transformation potion, but I don’t think I need to do that yet. It doesn’t seem like there were any particular problems while I was gone.

“Father, how is the epidemic going in the capital?”

“Ah, that. Thanks to Julius taking the initiative, there wasn’t much of a problem here. It seems that the merchants who brought their goods from the royal capital brought the disease along with them, and for a time there was an epidemic among the people of the territory.”

“I see. I am relieved.”

　Apparently, the epidemic was not as great as in the Royal Capital. Come to think of it, that’s true. Only merchants and travelers carried the disease. Many of the nobles gathered in the royal capital  to attend social gatherings.

“But that didn’t seem to be the case in the other territories, so we had to supply them with magic potions. We had prepared a fair amount of potions in advance, so we made a lot of money.”

“I see. I’m glad to hear that. ……”

　That’s strange. I’m pretty sure that I had passed on the method of making it to all the magic potion guilds throughout the land through the Royal Palace Magic Potion Division. …… I wonder what he meant by that.  I guess my doubts were showing on my face. Mother’s eyebrows curved in a huff, and she looked troubled.

“It seems that the magic potions made in the Margrave Heine’s territory were well-received because they were easy to drink. That’s why people flocked to buy magic potions from all over the place.”

　I didn’t know such a thing was possible. If they had followed the instructions, they would have been able to make the same thing. Perhaps many people did not follow the instructions? That’s absurd. It is true that the method was different from existing magic potions.

“Among them, the magic potion that Miss Fabienne made was the most popular~. It’s been a tough time.”

“…… what do you mean?”

　Mother smiles with a grin and a twitch of her mouth. I wonder what it is, but I have a feeling I’m about to get teased.

　The room, which had been noisy until then, fell silent. Naturally, all eyes were on our mother.

“Oh my, didn’t Julius teach Fabienne-chan how to make the special magic potion?　That sweet potion was very popular. The Potions Guild kept coming to me and asking, ‘When can we get the next one?’ It was very hard to hide it.”

　As if remembering the scene at that time, she laughed while covering her mouth with a fan. Apparently, as I had requested in the letter, she handled the magic potion made by Lady Fabienne. I’m glad people didn’t rush into Lady Fabienne’s house.

“I’m sorry for causing you trouble. Thank you for all your help.”

“Hahaha, don’t worry about it. You have already paid back enough since you have established close ties with the Baron d’Ambert family. But more importantly, you must go and greet Miss Fabienne as soon as possible, okay?”

“Of course I intend to.”

“I’m sure you will. Since she’s a special person to you, you must bring her a gift as well. Jewelry would be nice, wouldn’t it?”

　Jewelry? I think I gave her a necklace last time. Matching necklaces, too. What should I do this time? Matching rings? No, no, no, it’s still too early. We’re still ten-year-old kids, right?

　No, but think about it calmly. It’s not unusual to have a fiancée at our age. Perfectly natural. But we’re not officially engaged yet. For now, it’s just my imagination. What shall I do?

　In a situation like this, it’s my brother Alex, who has a reputation for treating women well. I gave my brother a meaningful look. Delivering this thought.

“That’s right, how about a hair clip for everyday use?”

“That’s a good idea. I’ll do that. Thank you for telling me.”

“It’s all right. It’s hard to choose, but you should try to think of everything as an experience.”

　I’m sure I’m going to make the final choice myself, but I guess I wanted at least some advice. I have no idea what women like. I’m sure she would tell me that they would be happy with anything, but that doesn’t mean I want to give her something that is not a good choice.

“You’re at a loss, aren’t you? I’ll help you choose.”

“Thank you, Daniela, sister-in-law.”

　Okay, I’ve got a super strong helper on my side. A princess is not a problem. The price may be a little higher, but it should be nothing compared to the trouble we put Miss Fabienne through.

“Then we’ll have to call a jeweler. It’ll be fun. Cain, you should get something for Meeka-san too.”

“Eh?　Ah, yes.”

　It seems that the fire has been ignited from an unexpected source. He seems to be upset, but in brother Cain’s case, sister-in-law Meeka, is nearby. So, you just have to choose them together, so it shouldn’t be a very difficult mission. That is, if Sister-in-law Mika is interested in accessories.

　…There’s no need to call an arms dealer, right? I have faith in you, Sister-in-law Meeka.

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