Chapter 283: The ‘Four’ Goddesses of the Bath

“So, that golem was recovered, right? I guess it’ll end up being property of the royal palace?”

“That hasn’t been confirmed yet. It’s possible the ownership might be transferred to Rest.”

Splash, splash—the sound of water echoed gently.

In the townhouse of the Marquis Rosemary family, the bathhouse was in full bloom with radiant beauty.

Four girls—Viola Rosemary, Primula Rosemary, Yuri Catreya, and Celestine Crocus—were bathing together, their bare bodies immersed in the steamy water.

A few hours earlier, Celestine had arrived at the Rosemary household after going out with Rest. She had come to discuss something with Albert Rosemary, the family’s head. But by the time their talk had ended, the sun had already set, so she was invited to stay overnight.

After a warm dinner filled with cheerful conversation, the four girls naturally ended up entering the bath together.

Different types of beautiful young women, all naked and bathing together—it was truly a feast for the eyes.

It was like witnessing goddesses bathing in a mythical spring.

“Now that I think about it… this is the first time I’ve bathed with Celestine.”

Stretching her limbs in the tub, Yuri spoke happily.

“I’m so glad. It finally feels like we’ve become real friends.”

“Yes, I’m happy too… though it feels more like we’re ‘sisters’ than just friends…”

“…Ah, yeah, I get that.” 

Viola said, shrugging as Celestine smiled wryly.

“Indeed… With this group, we really are about to become sisters.”

“…Since all of us are basically engaged to Lord Rest.” 

Primula added with a conflicted nod.

All four girls present—each a beauty in her own right—were essentially betrothed to Rest Clover.

Viola and Primula were officially engaged. They would marry him after graduating.

Though Rest was set to inherit the Marquis Rosemary house, the current head, Albert Rosemary, was still in excellent health. There was a chance Rest might not inherit directly, and the children of Viola or Primula might be the ones to take up the mantle instead.

“Oh, that’s right—Celestine’s going to marry Rest too! That means the four of us will always be together after graduation!”

As for Yuri, she was technically still a runaway. She hadn’t gotten formal permission to marry from her father, Marquis Catreya. However, she had already defeated him in single combat, and had effectively won her own approval through force.

“So the four of us will be supporting Rest together, huh? That’s really wonderful.”

Celestine smiled, her ample chest rising gently from the bathwater.

All of the girls were stunningly beautiful, but in terms of bust size, Celestine reigned supreme. Her well-maintained, firm body was enough to make even other women sigh with admiration.

“Speaking of which… isn’t the daughter of the Lavender Frontier Marquis also in love with Rest-sama…?”

Primula frowned slightly, looking concerned.

She had only met Urla Lavender a few times, but even from limited interactions, she had sensed the girl’s affection for Rest.

“The Lavender Marquis’s daughter… she hasn’t spent much time with Rest, has she? When did she fall in love with him?”

“It’s not like she’s after his wealth or political power either. Their territories are far apart, and the Lavender family is a highly prestigious noble house in its own right…”

Celestine and Primula exchanged glances and tilted their heads.

There didn’t seem to be any obvious reason for Urla to fall for Rest. Unaware of her Spirit Eye, the four girls could only speculate in confusion.

“As I recall, the Lavender Marquis only has Urla as an heir… surely she wouldn’t be marrying into Rest’s house too, would she…?”

“…………”

Primula’s question was met with silence from Viola and Celestine.

Normally, such a thing would seem ridiculous. But with Rest… somehow, it didn’t seem entirely impossible.

“…Well, it’s fine. If she’s the daughter of a house that could be useful to Rest.”

It would be a problem if Rest were saddled with a politically worthless or incapable wife. But if a woman had value to contribute, it was only natural to accept her. That too was part of being a noble.

“Mother’s going to try assigning him concubines anyway… There’s no point in getting possessive now.”

“…Let’s just do our best to keep the number of wives to five or fewer. Us four will manage that.”

“Indeed…”

With that, Viola, Primula, and Celestine quietly formed a ladies’ pact.

“Fufufufu~ This is so fun. I wish Rest were here too!”

The only one acting carefree and splashing in the water was Yuri, beaming with joy.

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