The sound of lips smacking resounded in the surroundings.
When I shift my attention towards the person who made the sound, I saw a man.
That man is spitting out some kind of words while looking at the ground.
When I listen carefully, I hearăShită,ăDregăandăTrashăsuch words escaping from his mouth.
While thinking how foul-mouthed that person is, I took a good look at the manâs face.
ăBel Niisama!?ă
When I unconsciously cry out, the man raised his face.
His usual refined, gentle demeanor and the elegance of royalty was very far from his vulgar aura, and his face was rough, similar to a soldier with a long military service.
Itâs not Belhold Niisama?
Heâs similar, but not him. Itâs impossible that this person is Bel Niisama, I feel signs of conviction showing.
Itâs impossible for this person to be the well-bred noble youth who is the Crown Prince of Morgenroth.
The more I look, the more the conviction of this being different person increases.
The man slowly turned his face towards me.
My movements stop under the powerful, severe glint in his eyes.
Just with the manâs glance, I was pointing my chin towards the ground.
When I turn my attention at the feet of the man, I froze in a shock.
A weird hole opened in the ground and a dark mist was leaking out.
I havenât noticed until now, but I can feel a strange, sinister presence.
ăWhat⊠is this?ă
To my trembling voice, the man looked at me like if I was a fool.
You canât even understand that? The manâs eyes were telling me that.
Creepy!! This guy is not Bel Niisama!! Definitely!! Rather, Iâm sorry I thought this fellow was similar to you, Bel Niisama!!
A haughty expression of a scoundrel who lived by drowning in his power. A strong will is dwelling within that existence.
And the bottomless surge of magical power flowing from that man.
Itâs my first time feeling threatened by anotherâs person magical power.
But, while opposing and fearing that feeling, I also feel intimacy towards that person for some reason.
Is it because he resembles Bel Niisama?
Yes, as I thought, this man resembles Bel Niisama. It can be said that he looks too similar.
Itâs the close resemblance that would be impossible without being blood relatives.
The blood of the royal family? But, I donât know anyone who makes me feel so closely connected to their blood.
Various possibilities pop into my head.
Just who is he?
While absorbed in thought, irritation floated on that manâs face.
As common with haughty men, this man appears to have a considerably short temper.
But, if this manâs displeasure is caused by the mist at his feet, it might be unavoidable.
It wandered as if it were alive.
It vigilantly waited for the opportunity to swallow me.
My aversion towards it causes me to feel nauseated.
Wicked intentions. Impure existence. Source of misfortune. This mist is all of that.
ăThis feeling is far worse for you, isnât it?ă
When I shake off the faint-hearted feelings and stand up, I tried speaking with a selfish, ladylike, haughty and conceited tone.
When this man showed further displeasure, I for some reason found it amusing.
Then, the man unexpectedly looked at me and laughed.
That smile had the power to charm people.
Both men and women would be captivated by this manâs strength, it makes you want to dedicate your life to that charm.
Ahh, so thatâs why I suddenly felt that we are close.
Why?
Right, why?
I understand the reason for feeling close to this man. Thatâs because, this man isâŠ
ZaăŒăŒ
Rain, huh⊠I thought so while still able of a meager thought process.
I look at the light leaking through the gaps of the curtains. I vaguely hear the sound of water in my ears.
I feel like I dreamed about something� What was it? A severe light and⊠darkness?
Even when I try to remember, I canât form a clear image. Irritating. Even though I feel like I shouldnât forget the dream I just had.
ăNaa~ă
My thoughts were interrupted by a cry, and when I shift my attention towards my feet, I saw Dieter widely opening his mouth and yawning.
Then, I notice that which I was protectively holding in my arms.
My dear warm and gentle one.
When my beloved son mutters something in his sleep, I brought my face close and rubbed his cheeks.
The two of us are huddling on top of the large bed.
I feel Wirbelâs consciousness gradually return while I stroke his soft hair.
ăItâs almost the time to wake up, isnât it?ă
At the same time I thought such, Kon, kon knocking resounded from the door and a person entered inside.
ăBerta?ă
ăOkusama, you are awake?ă
ăYes, itâs raining today, isnât it?ă
ăYes, it might be better to cancel todayâs scheduleă
ăThat might be soâŠă
When I sat up, Wirbel opened his eyes while rubbing them with his hands.
When Dieter licked the cheeks of the half asleep Wirbel, he raised a voice in protest because of the rough feeling.
ăN~ that hurts, Dieter. My cheeks will fall off~ ă
Wirbel hugs Dieter while chuckling and giggling.
ăGood morning, Wirbel. Did you sleep well?ă
ăYes, Okaasama. Iâve dreamed about the tale of the boy who got on a bird and went on adventures you have read me before going to sleepă
Ah, that Swedish story. Itâs a compassionate story full of bravery, so it was perfect for a bedtime story.
Well, Wirbel is far stronger and gentle child though! Moreover, he comes with cuteness! Fufu, heâs invincible!
ăOkaasama, I hear raină
ăYes, it doesnât seem like itâs going to stop, does it?ă
Itâs not to the extent of a downpour, but there were dark clouds as far as I could see on the other side of the curtains that Berta pulled back.
As I thought, todayâs outing has to be canceled. Shall we spend the day by rolling and idling around~ itâs a resting time~
ăWe have received a grand welcoming from the people of the town, itâs unfortunate that we canât greet them huhă
Uh, that so, isnât it?
The child of our house passes as an adult. I feel completely hopeless. Sob, sob.
N? Berta-san, your face looks serious, but your shoulders are trembling, you know! It wouldnât be a laughing matter if she snapped. Furthermore, to laugh at my inner voice! I canât make light of you!
ăWirbel, then, how about having a picnic today?ă
ăPicnic, is it? But, itâs raining outside?ă
Wirbel tilted his head in wonder.
ăYes, thatâs why, letâs have a picnic in the mansion. Letâs spread a carpet on the floor and have a light meal. How about inviting the townspeople to the hall? Itâs a change of pace, doesnât it sound fun?ă
ăYes! I want to do a picnic!ă
Letâs spread many mats for the picnic! I want to watch cherry blossoms~
That being said, arenât flowers and trees needed to make it lively?
Alright, letâs make it with a garden-like atmosphere! I will do my best! Oh~!