Chapter 106
(Kyle
Calendar Year 507: Age 14)
Yuka
Translator : PolterGlast
"Takuhir-sama,
was it not a bother for someone like me to impose myself on you?"
Viscount Gorman had
returned home yesterday, leaving his beloved daughter with me, saying,
"I'm counting on you." And now, his beloved daughter, Lady Yuka, had
come to my office.
"Lady Yuka, you
are always most welcome."
"Um... about
that, I heard from my father about your four wives. Are they all...
uncomfortable with me? Takuhir-sama, you have beloved wives, and for someone
like me to intrude... I feel very sorry when I think of their feelings. If this
situation is not to your liking, Takuhir-sama, I will persuade my father under
the guise of my own circumstances."
"Please don't
worry about that. And please don't take offense at what I'm about to say. As
Lady Yuka knows, there are noble customs in this country. Although I am not a
feudal lord myself, as the head of a baronial house, I also have a duty to
follow those customs. And they, too, understand those customs.
To be honest, my
commitment to protecting my current wives, as irreplaceable and precious
persons, remains unchanged. If I were to take a wife, I wished for someone who
would understand their circumstances. Of course, my situation is by no means
easy for a prospective wife to accept. I thought such a selfish wish would not
be tolerated.
However, after hearing
from Viscount Gorman and Chrisia that Lady Yuka is a compassionate and gentle
person... I thought, perhaps, they too could live happily. Of course, my feelings
for Lady Yuka are not limited to that; honestly, it is true that I also admire
you. However, if I were to say that in my current position, it would only sound
like I'm speaking without integrity..."
"Thank you. I'm
so happy! Of course, I also want to learn from your wives, seek their guidance,
and support Takuhir-sama alongside them. When my father talks about
Takuhir-sama, he truly looks happy, speaking with such a gentle smile. I've
never seen my father like that before, and I've always wanted to meet you. Ever
since I first came to Teigun, if it's possible, I want to be with you
forever..."
At this, she finally
returned from her strained expression to her usual radiant smile.
"Well then, once
again, please treat me well. And please, call me Yuka."
"Understood. I
will call you that when we are alone. Is that alright?"
"Yes! Thank
you!"
"By the way, are
you really going to undergo the Commander's training? During training, he's a
demon who shows no mercy, even to me!"
"Yes! My father
is also a demon when it comes to training soldiers. And... I heard that all of
your wives are exceptionally talented, each excelling in their own field. I
also want to be of some use... Although I said those words back then, my
feelings haven't changed."
I finally understood.
Rather than being a useless wife, she wanted to be a wife who could at least
offer some support. She possessed that wish and determination.
"Also... if
possible, I would like to properly greet your wives. Would you permit
that?"
Having just heard her
feelings, I readily decided to arrange the meeting.
※
"Everyone, please
allow me to formally introduce myself again. My name is Yuka. It is a pleasure
to meet you. First, I felt I had to apologize to you all. I am truly sorry that
someone like me has intruded between Takuhir-sama and yourselves. As a
newcomer, I intend to learn many things from you all and support Takuhir-sama
together with you. This is a very presumptuous request, but please, would you
accept me as one of your comrades?"
"Of course!"
"Lady Yuka, like
Takuhir-sama, you are to be our master whom we serve. Please, feel free to be
yourselves with us..."
Anne replied on behalf
of the others, but of course, everyone felt as if there was an invisible wall
between them.
"Lady Anne, I
apologize. But please, would you indulge this one selfishness of mine? I have
heard that you all are not merely Takuhir-sama's wives, but his most cherished
and important comrades who support him. I, too, wish to become a useful
comrade, just like you all."
The four wives gazed
intently at Yuka, trying to discern her true intentions.
"I wish to learn
many things from you all. From Lady Anne, I wish to learn the duties of one who
protects the master's residence and the etiquette of entertaining guests. From
Lady Miseri, I wish to learn about internal affairs, such as supporting the
territory's administration. From Lady Claire, I wish to learn about the duties
of a Mage, and the means and methods of supporting in combat. From Lady Yoltia,
I wish to learn about supporting the territory economically, through commercial
transactions and trade. And from all of you, I wish to learn the way to
continuously support Takuhir-sama. I am still a child who knows nothing, and
perhaps my inadequacies will only cause trouble. But I will strive to be called
a comrade by you all someday."
All four looked a
little surprised. They seemed to sense that she was not just any young lady.
"Everyone,
there's something I want to tell you first. My own mother was in the same
position as you all. My father, being the third son of the Viscount family,
married my mother without any reservations, and they lived happily. However,
before I was born, one of my uncles died on the battlefield, and another from
illness, one after another. When my father was forced to succeed the Viscount
family, seeing him troubled by noble customs, my mother chose to step aside
herself and returned to her family home. I absolutely do not want you all to
experience the same feelings or circumstances as my mother. Nor do I want you
to become like my father, who lost my mother and closed his heart in
loneliness. The reason I am still the eldest daughter of the Viscount family is
because my father, when he succeeded the Viscount family, protected me even
though it displeased the Count family who supported him, my current
stepmother's family. In the future, your children will be in the exact same
position as I am now. I wish to shower your children with the same kindness and
love I received from my father, and protect their position with all my might.
Please, would you accept me as one of your comrades?"
Hearing her words, I
truly thought, I am so glad this is the person who will be my wife. And
somewhere deep in my heart, I was ashamed for having underestimated her, seeing
her merely as a Viscount's daughter, a young lady.
"Lady Yuka, you
are indeed a fitting wife for Takuhir-sama. I truly feel that now. I deeply
apologize for our previous rudeness."
Anne prostrated
herself.
"Listening to
Lady Yuka's story, I am deeply impressed by Viscount Gorman's love and
compassion, and by Lady Yuka's words in response. We are the ones who should
ask for your continued favor."
Miseri prostrated
herself next.
"Lady Yuka, you
have also endured such hardships. I am ashamed that I thought of you as merely
a young lady from a sheltered upbringing. Your character is indeed fitting to
stand above us. Please, we look forward to working with you."
Claire prostrated
herself.
"I was rescued
from darkness by Takuhir-sama. I am simply happy to be able to serve you now,
so your words are too kind. Please allow me to continue serving you."
Finally, Yoltia
prostrated herself.
"E-everyone, I
didn't mean it in that way! Please, raise your faces!"
And then, for some
reason, Yuka also prostrated herself.
"Well, given your
positions, I don't think it will be easy, but I think your desire to become
friends has been conveyed, hasn't it? Already, the five of you are prostrating
yourselves together, and I'd be lonely if I were left out, so let me join..."
A strange scene
unfolded, with six people prostrating themselves. And then... the six's bright
laughter echoed through the room.
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