Chapter 251: Be an Aristocrat

　The sisters-in-law got heated up, and now they started talking about the events concerning me so far. It seemed that this was the first time they had heard it directly from me in person, and father’s and mother’s ears were getting bigger. No, it was not only my parents’ ears that had gotten bigger. Rosalia’s and Mira’s ears had also gotten bigger.

　When my sister-in-law Meeka told the story about how I cut off a wooden sword with a wooden sword, my father glared at me lightly. He seemed to want to say, “I didn’t hear about it.” I would have wanted to keep it a secret, too, if it hadn’t come to this. This will probably spread among the Knights tomorrow.

　The second half of the dinner, which made me feel like I was no longer alive, was over, and I was completely exhausted by the time I returned to my room. As I lay disheveled and groggy on the bed, Mira climbed on top of me.

　While I was cradling Mira, Nero prepared some letterhead for me.

 “Thank you, Nero, I must finish writing my letter to Miss. Fabienne.

“Umm, Julius-sama, I don’t think it’s very nice of you to thank me, your servant. ……”

　Nero pointed out with some hesitation. It was so. In this world, those who are in charge do not thank those who are below them. Until now, I had not paid much attention to it because I did not have a personal attendant, but from now on, I would have to pay attention to it. Frankly, it’s a hassle. I want to become a commoner as soon as possible.

“You are right. I’ll be careful. If I say or do something unbecoming of an aristocrat, please point it out to me like you just did. I’m not perfect either.”

“I understand. But Julius-sama is a wonderful person.”

　Yes, it seems that Nero is quite a “Julius believer”. If I established the Religion of Julius, he would be the first one to join. I’ll have to be careful. I don’t want him to say something like, “I’ll die in your place.” If Nero dies, I’ll feel sorry for Lelie.

　I carefully choose my words as I write the letter. I cannot let the subject of dinner fall into Miss Fabienne’s ear. If I did, she might recognize me as a troublemaker and distance herself from me. It would be tough if that happened.

“Nero, just read it over. Is everything all right?”

“Yeah, yeah!　That’s a bit …… like reading Julius-sama’s love letter …….”

“It’s all right. I’m sure father would have had his love letters written on his behalf.”

“…… I understand.”

　I managed to get Nero to confirm the letter by saying something or other.  After all, it can’t be helped. I’ve never written a love letter before. What if I send  a letter that’s out of line and the recipient is turned off by it?

　As I waited with nervous anticipation, Nero finished reading the letter and gave a small nod.

“I don’t see a problem. But to be more certain, I think it would be best to have madam or Daniella-sama look at it.”

“You have a point. Okay, I’ll have mother look at it tomorrow.”

　It is as expected that sister-in-law Meeka’s name is not mentioned here. It’s the main feeling. I’m sure Sister-in-law Meeka would give me a perfect score no matter how badly written the letter was. Sister-in-law Meeka is the second member of the Julian religion. I have to be careful here too. Is the third one …… Rosalia?

“Kyu, kyu!”

“Ah, yes, yes. Mira, read it and tell me what you think of it~”

“Kyu!”

　Number three might be Mira. Please don’t tear up the letter with your sharp claws, Mira.

　It might be a good idea to cut her nails because it’s dangerous. With that in mind, I cut Mira’s nails. It was perfect because my nails were about to become ingrown. I need a nail clipper for this. I need to find some paper that can be used as a substitute for cardboard.

　The next day, after breakfast, I showed the letter to my mother, and as soon as I got a pass, I entrusted it to a servant. I wrote that I would let her know later the day I would go to see her, so I had to find a present as soon as possible. I can’t keep her waiting.

　While I was thinking whether I should work out in the morning or go with  sister-in-law Daniella to the territorial capital to buy a present, Mother came over.

“Julius, the jeweler will be here this afternoon. Make sure you leave some time for him. I will let  lady Daniela know.”

“I understand. I will finish my training in the morning.”

“Oh, about that, could you watch Rosalia in the morning?　I don’t think I’ll have time in the afternoon.”

　I see. So you are saying that you will be selecting jewelry all afternoon. Perhaps there will be other merchants besides jewelers. Will we have to make new clothes?　This is going to be a very tiring day.

　We managed to get through the morning without incident, I managed to coax Rosalia, whose eyes lit up, by saying, “Let’s continue making things together after lunch!” and the important afternoon began.

　I had to decide on a gift for Miss Fabienne here. I had no time to waste.

“What. Are you joining us, brothers?”

 “Hello, Julius. Of course we are. Didn’t you know?”

　Next to brother Alex, brother Cain looked astonished. Apparently, he did not know.

　I had a feeling that Brother Cain would be invited along as well. I think he should give something shiny as a present to my sister-in-law Meeka, right? Not a shiny object called a sword.

　The place we gathered was the salon, the largest in the Margrave Heine household. It gets a fair amount of sunlight, but it’s perfect for a large group of people to do something. As if they had already been preparing since the morning, there were several tables set up, with various jewels lined up on them.

“It looks like everyone is here.”

　The door to the salon opened and my father walked in.

“Father!　You’ll be joining us.”

“Of course. I would also like to give my beloved wife a present.”

　…… sounds like a lie. You don’t look too happy, father. I’m sure he was told by the family order that since we were giving gifts, the head of the family had to do the same. You must have been busy, but I’m sorry.

“Now that everyone is here, let’s get started.”

　The flirtatious mother said happily. …Maybe I shouldn’t call Rosalia? I don’t know if it turns into a mess later. I secretly sent a hand sign to Nero.

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