Reincarnated as the Legitimate Son of a Duke Family's ~ Just Trying To Live Live My Life Normally, But Somehow I've Got a Harem?~ - Chapter 21 : Merle is Lonely

In the morning, I spent a leisurely time with Maria, playing cards and games…

As it approached noon, I had a light lunch of sandwiches in my little sister’s room.

It was Sebastian’s considerate idea, so that we could have some time alone as siblings.

“By the way, isn’t Father coming back tomorrow?”

“Yes, that’s right. I don’t know the exact time though.”

“Well, knowing Dad, he’ll probably rush back.”

“Hehe~, that’s probably true.”

After all, he’s a really doting father to Maria. He’s probably racing back at full speed by now.

On the other hand, he’s quite strict with me… in a different sense.

“I’m thinking of staying somewhere else tomorrow.”

“Oh no, you can’t do that. Father also wants to meet you, onii-sama.”

“I really don’t want to.”

“Sometimes, it’s nice to be together as a family.”

“…Sigh, fine.”

I can’t make my only sister feel lonely. I’ll do my best for tomorrow… let’s resign ourselves to being thoroughly scolded.

After finishing the meal, for some reason, Kaera entered through the window?

I should mention that we’re on the second floor.

“Oh, Kaera, you are here. Wait…. Why are you coming from there?”

“Huh? I came in through the window, what’s wrong with it?”

“You can tell just by looking. Why didn’t you come from the front door?”

“Well, I was waiting on the roof.”

“I see.”

…Well, she’s also here to guard me.

It’s not really something to scold her for.

“Fufu~ thank you. So, did something happen?”

“There was a familiar face near the house. But they were just wandering around, so I’m not sure.”

“Huh? What do you mean?”

“Well, for now, could you come with me? It’s pretty conspicuous for me to be alone like this. My apologies, Young Miss…”

“Yes, it’s fine. Please go with her onii-sama.”

“Got it. I’ll go check it out.”

I followed Kaera and jumped out of the second-floor window.

Haah… I can’t really criticize others for the same thing I do.

Once I followed Kaera and went out of the gate… Indeed, there was a familiar face.

A beautiful girl with long, elegant white ears and a fluffy, curled tail that’s tempting to touch.

She was not wearing a uniform; instead she was dressed casually in a white hoodie and baggy pants.

“Wait, is that you Merle-san? What are you doing?”

“A-Alex-kun! W-What are you doing here?”

“Well, I should be the one asking you ‘why.’ You are standing in front of my mansion over there.”

“Huh? That huge house… woah.”

I might forget sometimes, but I’m a member of the Duke’s family.

The area of our estate exceeds two hundred tsubo.

To put it in terms of Japan, it’s roughly the space that can accommodate about four decent-sized houses.

“So, what are you doing here? Maybe you don’t know, but this is a noble district. You’re supposed to have permission from the guards to pass through here.”

“Umm, well, they said I’m free to move around within the royal capital… so, since it’s my day off, I thought of exploring. But then, I got lost with all these streets around here.”

…Oh yeah, I guess she counts as a state guest.

So, she should have some freedom of movement.

And the purpose is probably to learn about people’s lives here.

“I see, that’s a good thing. But why are you alone? I mean, it’s kind of dangerous, even though I shouldn’t be the one saying this.”

“Uhh… well, there’s no one I can rely on in the dormitory… and I don’t have any friends who would guide me. I’m really sorry for asking this…”

Is her life in the academy dormitories going well?

The Beastkin are rare in the Human Kingdom and considering that she is a royalty means that lives in her private quarter.

She said something that is concerning and I can no longer ignore it.

“It’s funny for you to say that. You already have friends to hang out with though.

“…Fueh?!”

“Huh? What’s with that reaction? Aren’t we friends now?”

“That’s not true… I am sorry for doubting you.”

Panickingly… She held her cheeks with both hands as her eyes turned teary and her face flushed red due to embarrassment.

Her current appearance was so mesmerizing that I could look at it forever.

“Take it easy… Deep breaths… We have lots of time in our hands.”

“Umm… I was happy when you said that I am your friend.”

“Oh, it’s alright, Merle-san. At least you can rely more on me, Serena and Thor.”

“Thank you very much. I’ll do so next time.”

She was holding her hands in an apologetic manner.

Her current appearance looked so timid and weak which gave the feeling to protect this cute creature at all costs.

Hmm… I wonder if she has any plans from here on.

“Okay… So, do you have any plans after this?”

“U-Um, nothing in particular. I just felt it would be boring to stay in the dormitory. They also said there’s no club activities today…”

“I see. By the way, how long have you been walking around?”

“Well, I had breakfast in the morning and then started walking.”

“But it’s already past noon.”

“…Ahaha… I guess I got lost.”

At that moment, her stomach growled.

“…Well, I guess you’d get hungry.”

“Uuh…”

No, this won’t do. I feel like I can’t leave her alone.

…I’m responsible for her, so I should take care of her a bit.

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