Chapter 310: Not a Wise Man

As I was leisurely drinking tea in the salon, Cain-niisan arrived, probably after finishing his report. Next to him was Sister-in-law Mika. It seemed like they were about to discuss things in more detail. It felt like they might suggest that I should join in next.

“Julius, Father said he wants to talk to you later.”

“Why is that!?”

“Well, since there were various things that happened. He wants to hear about it directly from you.”

“I see.”

It seems it didn’t work out as I hoped. I thought listening to Cain-niisan and Lionel’s reports would be enough. It’s disappointing. Maybe it was the overheating that was the problem? Or perhaps setting up a temporary base? Hmm, it could be either.

“Cain-niisan, I heard that you defeated the Snow Worm! What was it like in reality?”

“Um, it was like a giant worm…”

Rosalia and Lelie, who were listening to Cain-niisan’s explanation, made faces of disgust. They even stopped eating the dried fruits. Well, if you hear that the worm’s body fluid was like a slimy mess, it’s understandable that you’d lose your appetite.

“Julius-chan, I didn’t know you could use such magic. You’re a versatile mage who can use both attack and defense magic. It’s almost like you’re a sage.”

Sister-in-law Mika, looking somehow pleased, said this. Cain-niisan next to her nodded. I really don’t want to discuss this topic in front of Rosalia.

“Is Julius-niisan a sage?”

And here it comes. Rosalia looked at me with sparkling eyes. Such clear eyes without a trace of doubt. But I can’t say “yes” here. I’m not a sage, after all. I wasn’t one in the game either.

“No, I just can use various kinds of magic a little.”

“That seems a bit of a stretch, doesn’t it?”

“Cain-niisan.”

“Uh, sorry.”

I activated the “Lionel’s Intimidation” skill. Lowering my voice and smiling as I said it, Cain-niisan put on a strained smile. However, it seemed to have no effect on Rosalia. She still looked at me with sparkling eyes, just as before.

It wasn’t just Rosalia. Sister-in-law Mika, Lelie, and even Nero looked at me with similar eyes. To escape from those gazes, I fed Mira dried fruits and petted her, finding solace in her presence. Ah, it’s so refreshing.

After the break, I returned to the workshop. On the way, I had asked Nero to bring the beginner’s health recovery potions. Since tonight’s dinner is going to be a small banquet, I plan to deliver the potions to the cooks afterward.

“What are you making, onii-san?”

“I’m making a glass pen as a gift for Miss Fabienne. I also plan to make the magic stone hand warmer that you improved.”

“Can I watch you make it?”

“Sure, that’s fine.”

I don’t think watching me make a glass pen would be very interesting, but well, it’s fine. As planned, I melted the colored glass, which resembled a bright night sky, to make the glass pen. Of course, I didn’t forget the golden stars. The glass pen, with a dawn-like color, turned out quite well. I’m completely self-praising here.

“It’s done. A perfect finish.”

“Onii-san…”

Rosalia seemed to be fidgeting. A perceptive brother can immediately understand what she wants. She’s an important little sister.

“I’ll make a similar glass pen for Rosalia too. It won’t be exactly the same, though.”

“Really!? Thank you so much!”

Rosalia hugged me. Lelie was watching us intently. Maybe Lelie wants one too? The materials seem manageable, so I’ll make one for her as well. After all, Rosalia is always helping me.

“I’ll make one for Lelie too.”

“Is that alright!?”

“Of course.”

While being watched by the two of them, I made additional glass pens. A total of three similar glass pens were completed. When arranged on a velvet-lined box, they sparkled as if they captured the night sky. All three turned out excellently.

“If you’re giving a gift to my sister-in-law, I think this one would be best.”

“I agree with Rosalia-sama.”

“O-Oh.”

It seems that Rosalia already recognizes Miss Fabienne as her sister-in-law. I didn’t quite understand it, but of the three glass pens, the ones the two of them pointed out seem to be the best. It appears that the scattering of the stars and the color variations in the glass are very good.

I can make things, but I lack artistic sense. I had a feeling of that when I was choosing a gift with Miss Fabienne.

“Then, let’s go with the one you two selected. As for who gets which one…”

“Don’t worry. The other two are equally wonderful.”

Lelie nodded in agreement as well. It seems there are no complaints. At times like these, the difference in status can be troublesome. If everyone were of the same status, we could decide with a lottery, but otherwise, I have to give the better items to those of higher status. And with my lack of sense, I can’t judge that well.

With the glass pens successfully given to the two of them, Nero returned carrying beginner’s health recovery potions in both hands. I should have asked a knight to come along to carry the load. I still need to improve in this area. I need to get used to managing people soon.

“It must have been heavy, right? I’ll be more careful next time.”

“It wasn’t a problem. This amount of luggage is no trouble.”

Nero said this with a smile. It doesn’t seem to be a lie. That makes sense. I’ve been teaching Nero enhancement magic. He can probably carry much heavier items than other children his age. Maybe it was fine this way?

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