Kays Translations
Just another Isekai Lover~
Chapter 442: Restless Thoughts
Dinner was finished, and we had also taken a bath. Today turned into something outrageous—everyone, including the Marquis of Mulan’s family, bathed together.
Even in the grand bath of the Marquis of Mulan’s household, it felt a bit cramped. But it must have been a first-time experience for many. Everyone seemed to be having fun.
The Marquis of Mulan seemed to enjoy it quite a lot as well and said he’d like to bathe together again. It will no doubt become a good memory. His wife also looked pleased, noticing that the marquis’s fatigue had been relieved.
I think about half of that is thanks to the beginner stamina recovery potion, proving once again how amazing the effects of magic potions are.
After drying my hair and returning to the room, all that remained was to sleep. Our room had two neatly made beds. Naturally, those were the beds for Fabienne and me to sleep in. Oh, and Mira is here too.
“Julius-sama, what were you talking about with Isidore earlier?”
“Huh? What are you talking about?”
“Kyuu…”
Mira glared at me with eyes that said, “Don’t try to dodge the question.” Stop it, Mira. It’s dangerous to continue this topic any further. As I tried to distract her by petting her all over, Fabienne, who had been sitting beside me, leaned in close.
“Is it something you can’t tell me?”
“No, uh…”
Fabienne looked up at me with upturned eyes. When did she learn that kind of technique? Who taught such things to the pure Fabienne? Was it Miss Hilda? Or Carol?
At this point, I had no choice but to brace myself and tell her. It’s better than being disliked. Besides, we’re going to be married in the future. She’ll find out eventually. So, when should I tell her? Now’s the time.
I leaned in and whispered into Fabienne’s ear.
Fabienne’s whole body turned bright red.
Even though I hadn’t done anything yet, I started to feel guilty. Fabienne didn’t look particularly upset, which only made it worse. Calm down, calm down.
I petted Mira rapidly. Mira looked at me with a puzzled expression.
That night, I was too restless to fall asleep easily. I could hear heavy sighs coming from the bed next to me multiple times. Fabienne probably couldn’t sleep either.
A few days later, while we were all doing our usual morning training, we received news that the Margrave of Draken would be arriving soon.
We hurriedly changed clothes and gathered in the salon. Of course, Axel and Isidore were with us.
“There’s nothing strange about how I look, right?”
“As always, Julius-sama, you look gallant.”
Fabienne said this, blushing slightly in embarrassment. I think I blushed too. Judging from everyone’s slightly exasperated expressions, they were probably thinking, “Why are you two flirting again?” Let us be.
Before long, the Marquis of Mulan entered the salon with the Margrave of Draken. The Margrave had a dashing appearance, with a magnificent beard that stretched from his sideburns to his chin. Wow, so cool.
“Looks like everyone’s here. This is Karl Draken-sama, Margrave of the Eastern Frontier.”
“I decided to visit the Mulan household rather suddenly, so I’m sure I surprised you. But I just had to express my gratitude directly.”
The Margrave of Draken said this with a smile. From there, we exchanged introductions. When I stated my name, the Margrave of Draken nodded several times, saying “Mm-hmm.”
I wonder how much he’s heard about me? He probably knows everything the Marquis of Mulan knows. The question is how much extra information he has.
He must have spoken with Miss Hilda too. I wonder how many of my stories she told him. I’ll have to be careful and choose my words wisely to avoid revealing too much.
First, the Margrave of Draken thanked us. Apparently, about thirty percent of the beginner recovery potions we initially provided were delivered to his household. The knights of the Draken family were said to be greatly surprised after drinking them.
“I’d heard rumors, but I couldn’t believe it until I actually drank the potion myself. And once I did, everyone was in an uproar, saying they couldn’t go back to the old potions. Of course, I drank it too. And I felt the same way.”
The Margrave said, laughing. That was a rather scary comment to make so casually. If he drank a beginner recovery potion, that must mean he was injured in battle. I’m afraid to ask. Judging by how Miss Hilda was holding her head in her hands, he probably did go into battle.
“I’ve heard that the Mulan household will be supplying those potions from now on. I’m looking forward to it, Leon.”
“Y-yes! Leave it to me!”
Leon answered with a flushed face and firm voice. He must be happy knowing that his efforts are useful. As his mentor, I’m also glad to see his abilities recognized.
After that, the topic shifted to the battle in the forest. It seemed even the Marquis of Mulan hadn’t heard all the details and listened with a serious expression.
It’s extremely rare for a monster outbreak to occur in this region. That’s why this event will likely be recorded in detail in the family head’s journal. So that in case a similar incident occurs in the distant future, it can be dealt with quickly.
In the Margrave’s story, he also mentioned how sudden rain fell, how the wind blew, and how that dramatically changed the course of the battle in the subjugation squad’s favor.
The Marquis of Mulan and the others, unaware of the hidden circumstances, asked about those events in detail. In the end, they concluded it was “undoubtedly an act of God.”
There is always only one truth. But sometimes, you just can’t say what that truth is. That’s life.