Chapter 76
Translator: “Kell” Editor: “Weasalopes”
How long was I asleep? Things were a bit different when I woke up. There were other people gathered around besides Emma and Layla-san. The other Ramuh guys and Count Bourne. Did one of them call for them while I was out?
「Everyone, Noir’s awake.」
「Good morning, Emma. And to everyone else, too.」
「Noir Stalgia, was it? I can’t thank you enough! Thank you very much!」
Count Bourne grabbed my hand all of a sudden and thanked again and again. He also casually kicked Tom a few tis.
「I didn’t do much, Sir. It was all Layla-san and Emma.」
「That’s not true. I was asleep the whole ti save for the last part. If it weren’t for Noir, who knows what horrible things they’d be doing to right now.」
「Yes. If Noir-kun didn’t help , we wouldn’t have won.」
Thanks to their giving credit, Count Bourne was getting more and more pleased.
「I’ll confer a reward to you tomorrow. I got the rmaid’s Tear back because of your help.」
He apparently already got back the rmaid’s Tear that Tom took and was rubbing it on his cheeks, beaming with joy.
「Just leave the rest to us. You may rest for today.」
「I will do that, then. Thank you.」
I had barely any strength left so I accepted his offer. Layla-san stayed behind so we just agreed to et so other day. So , Emma, and her parents headed ho.
「Thank you so much for saving Emma.」
「You really are Emma’s hero, Noir-kun.」
I’m sure Ladan-san and Romy-san were worried sick. With the matter now settled, their faces were bright. Emma looked relieved as she wrapped her arm around mine.
「Hmm hmm~」
「Well, you’re in a good mood.」
「You ca to save after all.」
「Of course I would. You’d do the sa for if I were the one kidnapped, right?」
「You bet I well. I’ll go after you even to the depths of hell!」
「I’ll be counting on you then when that happens.」
「Okay~!」
I parted ways with the Brightness family at the crossroads and continued on the road ho. I felt a bit dizzy. Must be cause I fought those two powerful thieves.
「I want to get stronger…」
It all worked out in the end this ti, but I couldn’t have done it alone. I would’ve lost against Phan if it weren’t for Layla-san’s help. I want to get a lot more stronger. To fight back against senseless violence, and to protect that which is precious to . I inherited the power of the legendary Master Olivia. I should have more potential. I know I can get stronger.
I finally made it ho. I felt my body relax as I opened the door to a familiar scene.
「Oh, you’re finally back, Noir.」
「Welco ho, Onii-sama!」
Toramaru and Alice ca to greet . I sensed sothing odd, however, like they were worn out from exhaustion.
「Did sothing happen?」
「Actually, your father can’t keep it down. It’s unbearable.」
「He couldn’t find us a spot for our shop.」
「I see. Let talk to him.」
I chuckled just a bit after finding my father in the living room biting a handkerchief, weeping, with my mother comforting him.
「If it isn’t Noir~! Listen to this. It’s about our shop…」
「Sounds like you’re having a hard ti.」
「They said they only sell to real nobles! Isn’t that just horrible? What, are we not real nobles or sothing?」
Yeah, it can’t be easy for a quasi-baron.
「I’ll be receiving a reward from Count Bourne soon. I’ll ask him about our problem then.」
「Huh? Why are you getting a reward?」
「I caught the Phantom tonight. With the help of my friends, of course.」
「That’s amazhing. Very impressive, Noir. Impress Noir! Empress Noir!」
And so Father was revived quite easily. His attitude sure changes quickly. I should learn from him.
「Anyway, I’m really exhausted so I’m gonna hit the sack.」
「Good night, my family’s hidden treasure!」
I entered my room, rubbing my eyes. After changing, I threw myself onto the bed.
「That’s not good, Onii-sama. You’ll catch a cold.」
「Ha? Alice…」
Drowsiness was overwhelming so I couldn’t really tell, but it seed like Alice put a blanket over . That’s not all. She even lied down beside .
「I’ll sleep with you. I’ll share my body warmth with you until you fall asleep so you won’t catch a cold.」
She looked so full of spirit so I just nodded slightly and closed my eyes. I’m at my limit. Good night.
I could hear birds chirping outside my room. I stretched my body.
「That was a good night’s sleep…?!」
「Ufufu~ Good morning.」
First thing in the morning and my heart almost jumped out of my chest. Alice was beside , wearing a bright smile.
「You scared . Your face is too close.」
「I was just admiring your face. You look so adorable when you’re asleep. Then sohow I ca closer… It was beyond my control.」
Beyond your control? Pretty sure that’s not how it works but okay. Wait, did she even sleep properly? I was concerned so I asked her and she simply smiled.
「It’s already noon. You must’ve been exhausted from your heroic deeds last night.」
「Huh, so I slept like a log.」
「I made you lunch. Please co down as soon as you’re ready.」
「Thanks.」
I could take it easy since it was sumr break but that would dull my mind and body. I imdiately changed and went down.
「Did you rest well, Noir?」 Toramaru asked.
「Yeah, fortunately.」
「Are you headed sowhere today?」
「I’m going to the Count’s house after lunch.」
He said he’s giving a reward. After savoring Alice’s homade cooking, I made my way to the Count’s house. I gave my na at the entrance and a butler welcod and led to the Count’s study.
「I’m glad you’ve co, Noir-kun. I’ve been waiting for you.」
「Thank you for everything last night.」
「No, no. I should be thanking you. Take a seat.」
Wow, the sofa’s so soft. Way better than the cheap one we have at ho. I supposed that was to be expected from a Count. They were on a way different league. Even the tea served was fragrant and rich in flavour.
「What happened to the Phantom, Sir?」
「We got it all under control. Right now, they’re in prison. They should be handed down their punishnt eventually. I have to say, I’m very impressed. The n from Ramuh had a hard ti with them and you were able to take them down.」
He looked at in awe, imnsely curious. So I figured I could tell him a bit about my abilities.
「I have not much going for in terms of physical strength, but I have so unique abilities. I can weaken an opponent, for example.」
「Splendid. If it’s all right with you, I’d like you to be my bodyguard occasionally. I can pay you a hefty amount, of course.」
「That is a wonderful offer, Sir, but in addition to being a student, I’m also already an adventurer. I’m afraid I don’t have ti to be a bodyguard as well. 」
「Is that so… That is most unfortunate.」
「Ah, Odin has a number of excellent mbers. You can send them a request.」
「Hmm, yes.」
I tried to promote Odin, though I knew the Count was a pro Ramuh fellow. Would you like to switch sides, Sir?
「It might be a good idea to ask Odin next ti. Anyway, about your reward. Would money be acceptable?」
「I know this is a lot to ask, Sir, but my family is planning to open up a shop that sells materials from monsters and stuff. Unfortunately, we couldn’t find a plot or a vacant establishnt we could rent. If you have one sir, can we rent it?」
「The location?」
「If possible, in the business district.」
The place is bustling with shoppers and it’s good for business. The residential area would be too far away.
「I have a building there that used to be a restaurant. Would that be all right?」
「Can we remodel the place?」
「Of course. I’ll rent it out to you cheap. But you’ll have to pay separately for sales taxes.」
「Thank you, Count Bourne.」
「Don’t ntion it. If you have any problem, just tell .」
After the negotiations, Count Bourne imdiately led to the vacant establishnt. It was a bit far from the main street but the location was not bad. The shop had an antiquated feel to it, but I couldn’t complain. Since we were allowed to remodel it, I want it to be stylish.
「I used to rent it out for 200,000 ria a month, but I’ll rent it to you for only 20,000.」
「That low?!」
「Well, in return, I’d like to ask for your help if I have so trouble. Let’s make this relationship long-term, shall we?」
「Okay, Sir. Thank you.」
It would be beneficial for the Stalgia family to have connections with the Count. I told the whole story to everyone that night. They were glad with the news and said they’ll help with the renovation. My father was overjoyed, in fact, he hit his pinky finger on the edge of the table, and cried in agony.
I hope we can bring life to the shop too as a family.
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