Limited Time, Kitchen Maid of the Fourth Knight Order ~I Got a Job Because I Don’t Want to Get Married~ – Chapter 150

𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐝 𝐑𝐨𝐨𝐦 𝟐 

Why here, Your Majesty Coleesh.

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Desperately trying to think with a mind that has stopped in surprise.

If His Majesty Coleesh wishes to meet me, I should go to him. His Majesty, who should be busy, has gone out of his way to come here?

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Noticing my confusion, His Majesty Coleesh smiled broadly.

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“I was being selfish and came all this way. Make yourself comfortable.”

“My deepest apologies! Not only did I not greet you, but I also failed to lower my gaze. . .!”

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As I hastily bow deeply, all that fills my eyes is the splendid pattern of the carpet. Men’s shoes appear amidst that carpet, and warm hands are placed on both shoulders.

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“Lift your face, Miss Norchev. I came so suddenly because I wanted to see you privately.”

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I tentatively raise my face.

The collarless white shirt and jacket tailored in royal blue suited His Majesty Coleesh very well.

He beamed a sun-like smile, exuding familiarity as he spoke.

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“Would you please take a seat on the sofa, Lady?”

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His face, so similar to that of Roa-sama when teasing, made me inadvertently stare.

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“Hm? What’s the matter, fallen for me? Unfortunately, I’m married, and infidelity isn’t to my taste.”

“I’m terribly sorry! . . .It’s just that your expression now is so reminiscent of Prince Linus.”

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His Majesty Coleesh stopped in his tracks. Feeling as if a bucket of ice water had been dumped over my head, I braced myself for death.

I’ve spoken disrespectfully! I’ll be beheaded! Could capturing Dyson offset this mistake?! Probably not!

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“. . .Did I resemble Linus just now?”

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As if a large piece of ice is stuck in my throat, I can’t speak properly. But I must speak, or it’s disrespectful.

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“. . .Yes. Your squint and tone were reminiscent, so I inadvertently spoke out loud. I apologize.”

“No need to apologize. I’m glad. Look, Linus and I don’t really look alike, right? Even though we were definitely born of the same father and mother. That’s why. . . nobody says we look alike. It’s kind of. . .”

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His Majesty Coleesh, having cut off his words once, squinted as if dazzled and smiled.

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“I think I understand a little why Linus fell for Miss Norchev. You’re someone who gives the words one desires.”

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. . .I’m at a loss for how to respond.

This must be the most troubled I’ve been in my life, so I activated the ladylike smile taught by Chris.

His Majesty Coleesh burst out laughing.

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“Really, you can talk about anything you like. No matter what Miss Norchev does here, there will be no punishment. I won’t be offended. I can only be with Miss Norchev for a short time, so I’d rather not spend it in silence.”

“. . .Understood.”

“I’d like you to talk more casually if possible. Look, I talk like this, don’t I? Outside of official settings, I’m like this.”

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Sitting opposite on the sofa, I look at His Majesty who is smiling cheerfully.

Lacking the skill to converse amicably with the most important person in this new country, I desperately think of safe responses.

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I feel that His Majesty does not wish for overly formal speech and responses.

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“If so, I shall speak in this manner. It is the language of the lower nobility, so please forgive me if it is not to your liking.”

“You could be a bit more at ease, though. Well, I won’t insist on it. If you talk to me as you would with family, I won’t complain. In fact, I’d be happy.”

“Understood. I will make an effort.”

“Ah, there’s no need to force it! Because I am the king, my requests might come across as commands. That’s not my intention. It’s just that people around me tend to ignore my requests.”

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His Majesty’s face looked like that of a sulking child.

I could tell that he was on good terms with his subjects, and it eased my tension a bit.

Sensing that I had relaxed, His Majesty smiled with pleasure and then bowed deeply.

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“Alice・Miss Norchev. I am truly grateful. Thank you.”

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