𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠
“Contact from the Dahlia house. A small number of shadows in the royal capital. Most are still being searched for in the royal castle.”
“The Fourth Knight Order has begun to stand guard and search the royal castle!”
“It seems they are not aware of the existence of the secret passage used.”
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While everyone is busily moving around, I sit at the edge of the sofa to not get in the way.
It doesn’t seem like an atmosphere where I can ask the busy people about the situation, so I decide to at least make some tea.
I stand in the kitchen to check what’s available.
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“Roa-sama said I could use anything I like, but I haven’t asked miss maid, so I feel a bit hesitant.”
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While the beautiful maid’s master appears to be Roa-sama, she probably wouldn’t feel good about me using the kitchen items without permission.
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“Edgardo-sama prefers royal milk tea with lots of sugar. Roa-sama, Arthur-sama, and Rolf-sama usually drink black coffee, but tired Rolf-sama would probably want something sweet. Rene-sama seems like he’d rather have a hearty meal than a drink.”
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While I understand everyone’s preferences, I’m not particularly skilled at making drinks.
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“Ah, there are bottles of drinks! What a relief!”
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Pre-made coffee and tea that only need to be poured are truly a godsend. I also borrow ingredients from the fridge and decide to cook some food.
We might be moving again soon. I want them to eat while they have the chance.
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“Miss maid, I’ll borrow some things for a bit!”
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I open the fridge and take out sausages, eggs, and vegetables.
While boiling eggs, I also boil sausages and wash and tear lettuce. I lightly toast some baguette and insert the fillings into the slits.
After cutting them into easy-to-eat sizes and drizzling mustard and mayonnaise, they’re done.
I plate the sandwiches on a large dish and carry it to the table.
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“Everyone, please eat if you’re hungry. You must be tired from running around.”
“Miss Norchev. . . Yes, that’s right. We’ve just come to a pause. Let’s all eat.”
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I place cups filled with drinks in front of everyone.
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“Sorry for interrupting your work. I made sandwiches so you can eat while doing something. Please go ahead.”
“No, I had forgotten to take a break. Thanks for reminding me, Miss Norchev.”
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Roa-sama smiles, but his complexion still doesn’t look good. It’s understandable since everyone has been running around in caution since the middle of the night.
Light is faintly visible through the window covered by the curtain, indicating that dawn is approaching.
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“We will explain everything to Miss Norchev once things have settled down a bit. Please wait until then.”
“That can wait. Edgardo-sama, would you like a refill?”
“Yes, please.”
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Thinking that, I’ve brought enough milk tea for about five cups. When I also pour the same for Rolf, I take a sigh of relief.
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“Ah, the sweetness really hits the spot. . . When I’m tired, sometimes I crave something sweet. You really remember my preferences, Alice.”
“I’ve also prepared coffee, so please drink whichever you prefer.”
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After handing tea to Rene, I notice that there’s something at the corner of his mouth.
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“Rene-sama, you’ve got something there.”
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Excusing myself a bit, I wipe off the mayonnaise with a napkin.
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“Hey, don’t embarrass me! I knew about it too!”
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Rene, blushing, looked adorable. Wiping his mouth roughly, he opened his mouth wide in an attempt to hide his embarrassment and took a big bite of his sandwich, eating in the most masculine way possible.
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“Miss Norchev, some of it got on me as well. Please take it off.”
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Turning around, there was Arthur, with a large piece of ham awkwardly hanging from the side of his mouth.
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“Huh. . . fufu, ahahaha! How did you manage to get that on there?”
“I made an effort. I’m subtly tilting my face to keep it from falling off.”
“S, Stop it!”
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I truly laughed till my stomach hurt for the first time in a long while.
Arthur, humorously inching closer without dropping the ham, made me laugh. I picked up the ham with a napkin while laughing, and Arthur ended up eating it.
I was surprised by this uncharacteristic behavior of Arthur.
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“Because Miss Norchev made it.”
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Thanks to Arthur, the tense atmosphere loosened up in a good way.
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“I’ll have some too then.”
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Sitting at the edge of the sofa, I stuffed my face with a sandwich. The combination of sweet milk tea and the salty sandwich was very delicious.
While I can’t completely let my guard down, if we can all eat and laugh together, everything will surely be alright.
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“Please step back.”
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Arthur swiftly stood up. At the same moment as he drew his sword, there was a knock on the door. A sudden tension ran through the room.
Roa-sama, who stood up, drew his sword in front of me, and Arthur stepped forward. Rene was behind me before I knew it.
If I move, I’ll get in everyone’s way. The door opens in front of me, who is frozen in place.
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“I apologize for being late. I have just returned.”
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A beautiful maid quickly closed the door and gracefully knelt down.
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“Chris, how was the harvest?”
“I will report now.”
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