Published at 26th of January 2022 11:31:44 AM

Its been 3 months since weve hired the girls from the orphanage. I would like to know if theyve gotten used to the work already and so I called the three of them for an inquiry.

Now in front of me stands MIlia, a short haired lively girl. Then heres the diligent Yuri who has long glossy black hair. And lastly, the girl that Miguel has feelings for, the girl who appears to be the most mature of them, the blue-haired Reina.

I believe its the right time to summon these girls. Now that mother and father have regretfully returned to the territory, we are now short in hand and would gladly appreciate the help of these three. And so I turn to them.

[I apologize for calling the three of you in a hurry. Theres something I want to talk about with all of you.] (Duke Fall)

[Uhm Did we do anything wrong, by any means?] (Reina)

Reina appears to be nervous asking me for why they were summoned so I smile at her to put her at ease.

[No, rather, I expect you to perform better.] (Duke Fall)

[?] (Yuri)

[Then, that means] (Milia)

Yuri tilts her head silently in wonder while Milia appears to be confused so I plainly tell them my intention.

[Lets make it short. I want the three of you to serve as exclusive maids of my children.]

I probed the three of their responses and its Milia who reacted first amongst the three with happiness.

[Truly!?] (Milia)

[Yes. To be specific, Milia, I want you to serve Laurier as her exclusive servant.] (Duke Fall)

[Laurier-sama, is it I Ill do my best!] (Milia)

I nod in return to Milias enthusiastic response and look at the other two.

[Yuri, you will be assigned to the houses eldest son, Basil.] (Duke Fall)

[Ill do my utmost.] (Reina)

She appears to be timid but I saw Yuri just made a gust pose. Now lets move on to Reina.

[And Reina, lastly, youll be serving the second daughter of this house, as Mints exclusive servant.] (Duke Fall)

[Ill gladly receive and work on this task. However, theres one thing I would like to ask if your grace would allow.] (Reina)

[What is it?] (Duke Fall)

[The young masters already have their own exclusive servants, am I correct? Is it really necessary for me to work as an exclusive one as well?] (Reina)

[Hm] (Duke Fall)

Well, its true that the children already have their exclusive maids before them but

[Considering the shortage and the things that will happen in the future, your assignment is important and necessary. Laurier especially will be busy as she will be going out meeting children of the same age as her sooner or later. Also, as the people whove been taking care of Mint and Basil have already left, things will immediately get hectic so prepare yourselves well.] (Duke Fall)

[Understood.] (Reina)

[One more thing, theres something Id like to ask. Ofcourse, you are free to not answer if you find it inappropriate and I wont mind.] (Duke Fall)

I look at the girls suddenly turn in cold sweat and I cant help but smile awkwardly as I ask the question next.

[Girls, do not be so nervous. I just want to ask if the three of you have a person you like. Thats all.] (Duke Fall)

[A person we like do you mean as someone we like from the opposite sex?] (Reina)

[Yes. I ask this to people who will serve me. I want to understand who you people hold as dear in your hearts.] (Duke Fall)

It might sound of some scheme towards blackmail or sexual harassment but I swear in all of my heart that it is not. Rather, I am turning the conversation as sincere as possible.

[I dont have someone like that.] (Milia)

[Not even someone you are interested in?] (Duke Fall)

[Uhm, I am not really good at dealing with boys.] (Milia)

Now thats unexpected. Huh? Does Laurier have a yuri route that I dont know about? No no no, perhaps Im just thinking too much.

[I dont have one as well.] (Yuri)

Yuri follows immediately. Considering how she really doesnt speak much, thats probably true. And lastly, for the answer Ive been eager to hear, I look at Reina for her response. Shes the girl Miguel likes. Still, I dont think itll be easy for that kids name to appear in this conversation but then, Reina embarrassingly tells her answer.

[Uhm I do have.] (Reina)

[Eh!? Really!?] (Milia)

Milia instantly turns to Reina before I could react and glitters are sparkly flying in her eyes. Reina affirms it as she shyly nods and then, perhaps remembering that theyre standing in my presence, Milia embarrassingly returns to her original position which allowed me to ask Reina.

[Is it someone I know? Or not? I do wonder.] (Duke Fall)

[You know him, your grace.] (Reina)

[Is he someone around your age?] (Duke Fall)

[Yes] (Reina)

Hm? Why does it seem like Miguel fits all the boxes? Perhaps? No, Im just raising my hopes up, right? Yes. Thats most likely.

[I only know of one person who has the same age as you but Is it really him?] (Duke Fall)

I prod Reina with another question and then she nods. Wow. Its true? So Reina and Miguel feel mutual! Oh, I didnt hear Miguels name so I cant really confirm yet but I move closer to Reina and whispers a name to her ears.

[Its Miguel, is it.] (Reina)

Poof! Reina blushes deep red and nods in affirmation. It truly is! So Miguel-san and Reinsan feel the same way! How can there be such a clich development!? Goodness!

I keep these thoughts in my head as I fake a cough before returning to the topic.

[Believe that I will not tell anyone about this matter. Thank you for sharing your honest thoughts with me.] (Duke Fall)

[Thank you] (Reina)

I was able to unravel another truth to this world once again. These young peoples feelings Lets warmly cheer for both of them secretly.

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