Episode 6: Mordred
The holy knights were given a mission by a noble from Point Town, known for his kindness and sincerity towards his people. During winter, White Wolves frequently attacked homes and people within the territory.
While some monsters go dormant or hibernate during winter, others, like the White Wolves, become more active. These creatures are white versions of the Hounds—cunning and numerous, making them difficult to handle. Hence, Fei and his team were dispatched to address the issue.
Point Town’s territory was vast, with friendly residents and a gentle atmosphere, making it an ideal place.
“Hey, Fei, there’s some delicious-looking skewers being sold over there. Want me to get some for you?” Arthur offered.
“No need,”
Fei replied curtly, ignoring Arthur’s sisterly attitude and continuing to walk. Ahead of him were True and Sargento, with Arthur and Yururu walking beside him, the latter giving a wry smile. Originally, the mission included the four of them without Yururu, but they were unaware of the original arrangement.
The five arrived at the client’s mansion, a beautiful two-story white house with immaculate windows, roof, and walls, reflecting the refined taste of its residents.
A brown-haired man, He is not young, but he has a gentle smile that gives him a mature charm that young people do not have., greeted them with a kind smile.
“Thank you for coming. Please, come in,”
“Thank you,”
Sargento responded on behalf of the group as they entered. The interior was as splendid as the exterior.
“Wow, this place is beautiful… It reminds me of my own home,”
Yururu remarked, surprised by the beauty of the interior and feels nostalgic at the same time. feeling a pang of loneliness but not showing it on her face.
“Tea is ready. Let’s discuss matters over a cup. Mai, would you bring it, please?”
“Yes, Master Johnny,”
a high-pitched voice replied. A red-haired, yellow-eyed beauty in a maid’s outfit approached, her appearance and style as striking as a giant panda. When she saw Yururu, both women’s eyes widened in surprise.
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“Mai… is that you?”
“Yururu… my lady…”
“Mai, do you know her?”
“Yes, she was the lady I once served,”
“Is that so?”
“Yes… I see you’re working here now,”
“It’s been a long time, my lady.”
“You don’t have to call me that anymore…”
“No matter the circumstances, you will always be important to me, my lady,”
” Mai, Mai …… “
Mai had been Yururu’s maid when the Galestia family was still prosperous. She was taken in by Yururu’s father as a child and became Yururu’s maid due to their close ages.
She is two years younger than Yururu, and they talk well together. Although they were in different positions,Their relationship was more akin to friendship than a mere master-servant bond. However, after the Galestia family’s downfall, they had been separated and never met..
Mai had become an adventurer and later saved Johnny’s wife from a monster attack, leading to her employment at his mansion.
This reunion was unexpected for both of them.
“It seems you two have much to discuss. Why don’t you step outside and catch up?”
“Are you sure, Master Johnny?”
“Of course.”
“Thank you,”
Yururu and Mai said, leaving the room together. The remaining four stayed to discuss the White Wolf situation with Johnny over tea.
Meanwhile…
Since the White Wolves usually appeared at night, Fei had some free time. He wandered the territory aimlessly, having brushed off Arthur’s attempts to join him, preferring to be alone.
As he walked, he spotted Yururu and Mai approaching, chatting happily.
“Hey, Fei!”
Yururu called out, waving and smiling as usual. Seeing her, Fei thought to himself.
“So, this is the person my lady mentioned…”
“Yes! He’s my apprentice!”
“I see,”
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Yururu smiles and nods in approval. Mai observes this and understands everything. As she listens to the conversation, she realizes how much Yururu has struggled and how she was saved. Among them, one man in particular speaks with a stronger tone, Fei.
Despite appearing uninterested, Mai is not indifferent. She notices that Yururu is in love. However, at the same time, she feels uneasy about Fei.
(It’s as if he’s looking at us with empty eyes, like he’s seeing something else entirely… It seems like he’s thinking about something that no ordinary person could imagine…)
Fei’s eyes are unlike anything Mai has ever experienced.
(Even though he’s receiving so much goodwill from Lady Yururu… He doesn’t seem to notice, or perhaps he’s just pretending to be oblivious… Those emotionless eyes…) What could they be?
“Mai, are you okay?”
“Yes, I was just lost in thought. Please don’t worry… Fei, I’m Mai, Yururu’s former maid.”
“I see,”
Fei responded, his gaze shifting slightly towards her.
“…Is he looking at me? Why… I’ll try to find out more. I’m curious about what kind of person this man is, the one Lady Yururu is infatuated with.”
When trying to get information from someone, it’s common to reveal something about yourself first. If you want someone to talk, you should start by opening up yourself. That’s the basic rule.
“Yes, I have been working diligently for Lady Yururu every day. However, due to a series of unfortunate events, I was separated from her… It was a past that nearly broke me. But thanks to you, I was able to have a joyful reunion with her. Thank you, Lord Fei.”
“……”
“I have heard about how wonderful you are from Lady Yururu. However, I would like to know more about you, so if you don’t mind…”
“……”
Mai was about to ask Fei to tell her more about himself, but then she noticed his gaze fixed on her.
Even though Yururu was there, his eyes were not on her, but on Mai, as if he was looking at a void.
(Eh…?)
They say the eyes speak louder than words. That’s when Mai realized something. She was a perceptive maid, after all.
(Could it be… he has fallen in love with me?)
(His eyes, which seemed empty until now… Could it be that he hasn’t found anyone he loved, and that’s why he couldn’t look at anyone? But then, I appeared, and he fell in love at first sight?)
(It’s just like that romance novel I read!)
Mai was perceptive and loved romance novels.
(No, I can’t… Lady Yururu… I can’t steal her first love with my beauty… But, if he confesses to me, I’ll reject him!)
(Ah, but then… it would turn into a dramatic love triangle…)
In her mind, various events unfolded as if she were the protagonist of a romance novel. Mai had been working as a maid until now, but she also had dreams.
It is …… She wants to be loved by a wonderful, hot and cool man like the main character in the romance novels. or rather, she wants to resemble the heroine’s in flower garden in some way, as she admires them so much.
“Fei, come to dinner with me.”
Then a giant panda (Arthur) appears. From the outside, it looks as if there was a love affair in the quadrangle.
“No thanks.
Don’t be shy.
” …… “
(Oh no, does this blonde also have a crush on Lord Fei!? Am I, Mai, caught in a sticky romantic rivalry like the heroine of a romance novel!?
Lord Fei… He has a handsome face, and his slightly sinister eyes give him the aura of a prince from a romance novel… Oh no, am I… am I the heroine of a romance novel!?
Uhm, hehe, I’ve always dreamed of something like this, so I’m a little happy… but I feel guilty towards Lady Yururu. I want Lady Yururu to be happy, and I’ll serve her as a maid by her side…
Mai is conflicted because she senses Yururu’s feelings. However, she is also thrilled by the excitement, feeling like a heroine. Naughty fantasies run through her mind.
A large mansion, everyone asleep. In a certain room, Mai is pushed down on a bed.
“No, no, Master… I’m just a maid… what would Lady Yururu say?”
“I’ve only ever seen you.”
A gentle tilt of the chin, followed by a piercing gaze.
“Master…”
“Don’t worry, no one knows about our relationship.”
“Mai…”
Her face reflected in Fei’s eyes, dreamy and enchanted. His eyes must show the same longing. They kiss softly, their breaths growing heavier.
His hand moves from her shoulder downwards, yet the touch is not indecent but filled with a strange happiness. Forbidden love and the release of long-hidden affection…
Hehe, this is perfect… wait, no! This kind of ending is absolutely unacceptable!! Lady Yururu must be happy after reuniting after all these years…
She shakes her head vigorously to dispel the thoughts, temporarily denying the idea of being a romance novel heroine. But the fantasies keep coming back.
Fei, despite his grim look, has a handsome face. He has a certain charm and a well-built body from his training. Though he often looks stern, there’s a certain elegance, and his voice is cool and pleasant. He’s exactly the type of character Mai imagines as the love interest in a romance novel.
Originally, Mai thought Fei was just a minor character, and she didn’t care much about him. He seemed arrogant and rough. But now, he seems different—still stern, but with a certain dignity. He has the aura of someone who has trained hard and walked a straight path.
…He’s actually quite a good man… Perfect for a pure love character who falls for Mai… Wait! I’m not the heroine of a romance novel!?
She tries to convince herself, but happy thoughts and fantasies keep growing. She has always longed for a dramatic encounter, like in a romance novel. This strange turn of events makes her feel like she’s heading in a peculiar direction.
She was supposed to be just a side character.
“Um, Mai-chan, are you okay?”
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