Kays Translations
Just another Isekai Lover~
Chapter 322: Please Give me your daughter
This morning, I’m scheduled to visit the House of Baron Amber. With various delays along the way, it’s finally time to go and say to Baron Amber, “Please allow me to marry your daughter.”
Ugh, my stomach hurts. After all, it’s my first formal greeting to her parents. I never thought I’d be doing this at ten years old. I’d better take some strong stomach medicine.
After finishing breakfast somewhat absentmindedly, I change into formal attire with Nero’s help. Seeing me like this, Mira seems to sense something as well. She doesn’t jump on me, perhaps to avoid getting hair on my clothes.
“It’s okay, Mira. You hardly shed at all, so it’s rare for your fur to stick to my clothes, and even if it does, I can spot it easily since it’s white fur on navy clothing.”
“All set? Just don’t forget to bring the gift. And my lab coat, too.”
“It’s already prepared here.”
Nero says, showing me the contents of the luggage case. Though I expect the Amber household to have them, I’ve decided to bring the ingredients for hot cookies just in case. Preventing Mira from sneaking into the case, I pick her up under my arm and get into the carriage.
The Amber estate isn’t far. If it snowed, of course, it would be difficult to get there, but without snow, we should arrive shortly. I catch sight of the Baron’s mansion through the curtains, and naturally, my nerves intensify. I end up holding Mira tightly.
“Kyuu?”
“Ah, I’m nervous. I wonder if this’ll go okay.”
“It will. Didn’t the letter from your father arrive?”
“Yes, but still, we hold more power here. There’s always the possibility they felt forced into accepting the engagement…”
“There’s no chance of that happening.”
Nero smiles wryly. He’s right, but I’m still anxious. While Miss Fabienne probably anticipated this, who knows what she truly feels.
“Master Julius, we’ve arrived at the Amber estate.”
“Ah… is it possible to circle around the mansion once?”
“Julius-sama.”
“Kyu…”
My suggestion is quickly shot down by Nero, who tells me it would just waste time. Ugh! Even Mira looks at me as if I’m pitiful.
Resigned, I step down from the carriage to find the entire Amber family already waiting. I’m relieved we didn’t circle around. Nero’s advice was spot on.
“Welcome, Julius-sama.”
“I’ve been waiting for you.”
Baron Amber and Miss Fabienne were the first to speak. The Baroness stood beside Baron Amber with a smile.
“I apologize for the sudden visit. Thank you for your hospitality today.”
“Oh, not at all! Please, don’t worry about it. We’re preparing tea, so please come this way first.”
Guided by Baron Amber, we headed to the salon. Colorful sweets were already arranged on the table, and as soon as we sat down, tea was brought out. The delightful aroma of the tea seemed to ease my tense body just a little.
Continuing the conversation in this state is impossible. I must not procrastinate; I need to do what should be done first.
“Baron Amber.”
“Hm? What is it?”
“Please give me Miss Fabienne!”
“Kyuu!”
The eyes and mouths of the three—no, four, including Nero—went wide. Huh? Did I say something wrong? Mira, on her part, raised a hand, making a strong appeal. What could it possibly be for? To Miss Fabienne?
“Uh, well, of course… she’s a somewhat lacking daughter, but I humbly ask for your kindness.”
Baron Amber, clearly bewildered, lowered his head. A moment later, the Baroness and Miss Fabienne bowed their heads as well.
This is okay, right? Nero seems to be writing something in his notebook. Stop that.
“Kyuu, kyuu!”
I don’t know if she understood the situation, but Mira jumped onto Miss Fabienne. Miss Fabienne looked a bit surprised at the suddenness but quickly accepted Mira and began to pet her fur. It seems Mira has also recognized Miss Fabienne.
“Um, so with that said, I ask for your kindness towards Miss Fabienne as well.”
“Likewise, I look forward to working with you. Julius-sama, feel free to call me by my name.”
“Uh, got it, Fabienne.”
This is kind of embarrassing. Is it because of her parents being here? Still, I wonder what her nickname would be. Fab? Fabie? Or maybe Bienne? Could it really be Fabby? I don’t know.
“Oh, that’s right, I have a present for Fabienne.”
I glanced at Nero, who understood and brought over a present box. There were two small boxes: a special glass pen and a special magical stone heater. I hope she likes them.
“Thank you. It seems I’ve made you go out of your way… May I open it?”
“Of course.”
Baron and Baroness Amber seemed curious, watching intently as Fabienne opened the boxes one by one. A cheer arose as the glass pen came into view.
“What a lovely color! It’s just like the starry sky just before dawn!”
“I’m glad you like it.”
“Of course! It’s almost too beautiful to use.”
“Haha, please don’t hold back! If it breaks, I’ll just make you a new one.”
Fabienne opened the other box as well, which contained the magical stone heater. I had already mentioned the glass pen and the magical stone heater in the letter, so the Baron and Baroness Amber wouldn’t be suspicious if their names came up.
“This is the magical stone heater, isn’t it? Oh, it has a cute little bird pattern!”
“It might be hidden when you use it, so you may not get to see it much, but I thought it would be better than having nothing at all.”
“That’s not true! When I’m not using it, I’ll display it in my room!”
I see, I hadn’t thought of that. It might be possible to use it as interior decoration… maybe? No, that seems a bit forced. However, Fabienne’s eyes were completely serious.
This is something I should definitely display in my room during the off-season. I’m glad I put so much effort into the design.