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?~

And then, after school… We headed to the tennis court of the academy as planned.

“So, what’s the occasion?”

“Hmm? What do you mean? Is it about His Majesty the King?”

“I’ve heard about that. No, but it’s because you, the lazy one, said you wanted to play tennis yourself… Well, it piqued my curiosity.”

She said and looked a bit shy for some reason.

Even though it’s unrelated, everytime she makes that gesture her cleavage is emphasized which arouses me to a certain degree.

It’s rare to find someone who understands this.

“No, the thing is… my father came back.”

“Huh? Sigurd-sama? I thought he was supposed to return tomorrow…”

“It seems like he didn’t carry much luggage, and he ran so fast that the rest couldn’t catch up with him.”

“Ah… as expected from the hero Sigurd.”

“No, his principles of action are terrible, you know? Just because he wants to see his cute daughter he goes overboard at times. Well, I understand his intentions though, Maria is cute after all.”

“Hehe~, he’s still the same in that regard.”

Then, next to Serena, Merle seems to be hesitating to say something.

She’s probably waiting for the right moment to join the conversation. She’s as introverted as ever.

“Merle-san, is there something you wanted to say?”

“Yes, if you have something to say, feel free to join in.”

“Ah, um, I’m sorry for interrupting the conversation. It’s just… Sigurd-sama, is that… Sigurd the Hero, the strongest human who wields the Holy Sword Tyrfing… Is he really Alex-kun’s father?”

“I don’t know if he’s a hero, but there’s no doubt Sigurd is his father. Merle-san, you knew that too?”

“I knew, but in our country, he’s a legendary figure! He fought and won against Lionel-sama, the previous Beast King… In other words, not a single beastman could defeat him.”

…So, that means he defeated the strongest at his prime time, given that beastmen determine their king based on strength, right? No wonder it became a legend… My father, truly a formidable man. Huh? Does that mean I’ll keep getting chased like this in the future? …No way!

“Moreover, he also defeated the Dragonkin King. He’s really amazing… Compared to that…”

“Sorry, I didn’t mean to…”

“Heh, Alex-kun is also wonderful!”

“Merle-san is really considerate about others’ feelings.”

“It’s not like I… I do think it would be better if I acted properly.”

“That’s true.”

“Isn’t the treatment too different?!”

“Wait, wait! I get it, I was wrong!”

If you grab my shoulder and shake it, it will lead to big trouble! My son is about to overheat with bouncing b*****s in front of him! It’s already a dangerous day today!

“Anyway, it can’t be helped.”

“Good grief… So, what were we talking about?”

“Why did you start playing tennis? What does that have to do with Sigurd-sama?”

“Oh, that. It’s not a big reason, just that I need to build up my stamina. Dealing with that old man is tough.”

“I-I see. I thought you wanted to play because you could meet me.”

“Huh?”

“It’s nothing!”

She’s still a strange person and not honest with her feelings.

Or rather, she’s really dangerous.

Today, I already have muscle pain all over my body.

It’s a hassle, but I can’t help it.

“But still, you’re quite famous.”

“Actually, I’ve met him before when I crossed the border.”

“Oh, really? Well, that’s not strange at all. Merle is treated as a state guest, and my father is the head of the Duke’s family.”

“Um… it’s nothing.”

“Huh? No, I’m curious. You can ask without hesitation.”

Then, while her gaze wandered… she nodded with a gulp.

“Well, you both don’t really look alike? I mean, not at all… I wonder if you both are really father and son. The hair colors are different, and their physique and faces don’t resemble each other at all.”

“Haha! That’s understandable! They’re really nothing alike!”

“Don’t laugh!”

“Well…”

“It’s okay, don’t worry. It’s been a long time since my mother passed away.”

“Yeah, she was a very beautiful and kind person.”

“I’m sorry! I… I said something insensitive…”

“Don’t worry about it. It happened a long time ago.”

While saying that, a pain pierced my chest.

If possible… I would have liked to meet her after regaining my memories.

“But still…”

“Don’t worry about it. I’d appreciate it if you could naturally handle it when Maria talks about it in the future.”

“That’s a good idea.”