26: The Temptations of Yolk Pudding
Amber eyes were also called wolf eyes. It was close to amber and it was a little scary to be stared at by Roberto-sama’s almond-ish eyes.
Unlike before, his eyes weren’t overly friendly. They were sowhat overbearing and unpleasant.
“Lady Ayesha-marie, this is Roberto du Edenbach. I think you know this, he is the son of Pri Minister Edenbach. He works as an assistant to the Vice-Minister, where I got to know him.”
“... Edenbach-sama, I am sorry for earlier. I don’t go out to social functions much. I’m sorry if I made you uncomfortable with my carelessness.”
(I won’t say that I don’t want to get involved with him. Oh yeah, he’s a Marquis’ son, isn’t he.)
“Your dancing was very good. It’s been a while since I’ve had fun. Also, I’m not at work right now so please don’t call Edenbach-sama.”
(Even though I called him that on purpose. I don’t want to get close to him.)
“Just call Roberto. Since I’m calling you Lady Ayesha-marie.”
“Ah, hah. Roberto-sama, was it?”
“Well then call Eidos as well.”
“Oh, yes. Alright. Eidos-sama, was it?”
What, why do I have to please these people? I’m troubled if you tell to call you by your na.
From my father, I heard that my reputation was bad because I don’t attending balls or tea parties, so why are they trying to get involved with ?
Was it common to call nobles by their na if they’re acquainted with each other?
It was a simple introduction. I was asked about how I t Eidos-sama and what I was doing instead of attending social functions.
They also heard about from the tax officer, Marquis Oslo, so they also asked questions about the docunts I made.
I didn’t say anything about why I didn’t show up at social functions. It wasn’t like I didn’t show up, I wasn’t allowed to show up. I didn’t say that.
I’ll say this clearly, there was no love component in our conversation. If I had to say it then our conversation was about business.
If they asked a question then I would answer. As long as it wouldn’t cause problems for the Thousand House.
But, I wasn’t the one who started the conversation, because I wanted it to end faster.
Strangely, no one else joined in on our conversation. Even though everyone’s target was standing right here.
It has been a long ti since I’ve talked to soone for this long and it beca agonising.
Not to ntion, they were gentlen of a higher-rank. They were too different from what I was normally used to and I was nervous the whole ti.
The desserts were lined up on the table and there were things I still haven’t eaten yet; so it wasn’t unreasonable that my eyes were drawn to them.
I wished they’d talk to after I finish eating all these desserts.
The jiggly yolk pudding. Yup, I want to eat it.
If I don’t eat everything today, then I probably won’t be able to eat anything made by the royal chefs anymore.
“Ah, I’ve lived as a noble since I was born but I’ll beco a commoner in 3 days. Since I’m becoming a commoner, why do I have to get involved with such high-ranking nobles and royalty?!” I wanted to scream.
However, I couldn’t do that right now in the Royal Palace’s sun room.
No matter how angry I was, Ms. Dolcie drove this fact into , “A noble is soone who looks calm and has a smile on their face.”
(If I don’t get away from these people, I won’t have ti to eat the pudding.)
Roberto-sama extended an invitation to as I was thinking that, “There are more paintings and art works at the Royal Palace compared to the library. You should visit.”
“Unfortunately, I can’t go out without my father’s permission.”
“If that’s the case then call the political affairs departnt with my na.”
(I’m sure he knows that I’m refusing the offer. How insistent.)
“I’m happy with your feelings, but I’ll be leaving to sowhere far soon. I appreciate it, but I must refuse your invitation.”
I smiled and ended the conversation.
It’s the truth, you know. I won’t be a noble anymore. I’ll be living in a city outside of the Royal Capital.
Roberto-sama and Eidos-sama looked at each other, their face showed that they’d given up.
I’m sure Roberto-sama has never had his invitation declined by a noble lady before. It doesn’t matter to if his impression of changed for the worse. It was more problematic for if my sisters found out who I was talking to.
And then, “I think my sisters are calling , so if you’d excuse ,” I used my manners and headed towards the toilet. They probably can’t follow like this, right? I finished with my business and returned to the yolk pudding.
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“She ran away.”
“I know. She didn’t seem interested in at all. But, I know what sort of person she is now. Looks like I can use her.”
“I would be overjoyed if I was of help to everyone.”
“But I’m curious about what she ant by, ‘I’ll be leaving sowhere far’.”
“What if it was just a lie to get away from us?”
“Should I do a little background check on her?”
They called a waiter and took so wine. They drank it fast and then headed to separate places.
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