Published at 25th of November 2022 08:10:02 AM

VF 90 Pampering the Young Lady

[You did great, Father.]

Laurel approaches me with a towel as we take a break from Seryu-samas first day of training. To be honest, I hardly even broke a sweat avoiding the princes wooden sword. That may be, theres no chance Id let the sweet gesture of my daughter be ignored.

[Thank you, Laurel. Were you watching?] (Calis)

[I did. Ive been watching you all this while Father and you were really splendid.] (Laurel)

Seeing how Serensama and Seryu-sama chose to take a break on a spot nearby ours, Laurel must have gotten conscious and tried hard to speak formally instead. I pat Laurels head in consideration of her cute effort.

[Well, it was enough to be called a warm up. More importantly, it seems my daughter is sounding more and more like a lady lately, huh.] (C)

[Really?] (L)

[I do love how cute you speak normally, but the way you speak right now is also downright charming.] (C)

[*giggles* Hehehe..!] (L)

Those words are enough for this pure child in front of me to be so happy and realizing that, I cant help but smile too as I continue to stroke her head. Thinking it might annoy her if I continue further, I resolved myself to lift my hand but

[Father. Pet me more Dont stop, please]

Laurels eyes appeared to be sad and lonely as she tried to grab my hand in protest.

Oh my dear child. Who am I to resist such a plea as you make that heart wrenching gaze? Then what would happen if youve fallen to a completely useless guy that would just hurt you? This father is getting more worried about you, my daughter dear. Still, you really are a child of your mother. I almost flinched when I saw how irresistible you were just like her. That being the case, I acquiesce to my daughter and continue in pampering her. Though, this time, shes holding on to my clothes and it seems like she doesnt want to let go of it either.

[Are you alright, dear?] (C)

[Yes, father I just wanted to see you.] (L)

[I see. Im glad. Thank you, Laurel.] (C)

I was thinking that maybe something had happened to her but I dont think there should be anything unusual going on at the mansion. Oh, now that I remember, it seemed like she said something to Seryu-sama before she came over but it shouldnt be a big deal, right? What are the chances that it was actually a flag? No, because if thats the case, then Laurel wouldnt ask for me to pamper her. Then was it because of Serensama instead?

That could be the case, however I feel like that isnt the right answer. Perhaps Laurels feeling jealous? Did she feel like Ive now decided to put more attention on Seryu-sama and will start neglecting her? Or am I just getting a little too self conscious?

But if thats the case, then is it really okay for me to show her my affection in this scenario? What if this is a flag between her and Seryu-sama instead? Im feeling a little bit complicated at the moment. Lets just ask Laurel directly.

[Laurel, what do you think of the Prince?] (C)

[Seryu-sama, is it?] (L)

[Yeah.] (C)

[Uhm Hes nice.] (L)

Oh, looks like its safe. When people describe someone as nice, its because they dont have any more comments nor interest about them. That should be the case here as well. So was I just overthinking things? No, I wont let my guard down. Ive been speaking with Laurel all this time but that didnt mean that I failed to recognize Seryu-samas gaze. Hes been stealing glances at Laurel for quite some time already and.. I feel some kind of affection already in it. Its still little but theres no telling when and where, it would blossom. I have to be wary of this disciple of mine far earlier than I could have guessed it huh.

But with the training already in place, the chances of them meeting have already increased and if, by some chance, Laurel herself actually falls in love with him then I shall support her with everything I have to prevent things to head towards a bad end. Because more than the otome game and anything, I want Laurel to be happy, find a person thatll love her wholeheartedly, build a family, and spend the rest of her life blissfully. With such thoughts in mind, I have to directly intervene.

Thoughts and plans are running in my head as I continue to pamper Laurel.

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