The Reincarnated Villainous Noble Still Won't Try His Best! - Chapter 19 : Old Stories

Chapter 19 : Old Stories

No matter how much I hate reality, it will mercilessly approach me.

That’s what I thought as I looked at Flora, who was bowing her head politely in front of me.

She is someone difficult to deal with in a different way than Lilia

My memories will probably be even less helpful than they have been up to now.

But more than anything, I had little motivation left at this point.

It would be best to avoid talking to Flora much and just shut myself in my room.

There is a chance that Lilia might visit our mansion again. 

If that happens, I can prioritize her presence, and no one will complain.

Even if the reason Flora came to this house was because she wanted to see Marius after a long time, I was determined to ignore her.

Flora is kind, so even if I barely interact with her, she will forgive me.

I feel a little guilty for taking advantage of her kindness, but I hope she can forgive me.

I don’t want to get involved with the main heroines any longer…

After greeting her, I was about to head back to my room, all the while crying out in despair inside.

But my father stopped me…

A bad feeling welled up, and sure enough, it was decided that Flora Santa Maria would be coming to my room…

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“It’s been a long time since we’ve had a chance to talk alone. How have you been, Marius-sama?”

That was the first thing that Flora said as soon as she entered my room.

“…I’ve been managing somehow, I suppose.”

“Is that so? That’s good to hear. Ah, I heard from your father… You’re engaged to the Third Princess, right? Congratulations.”

“Thank you.”

“But, you’ve grown so much since I last saw you, Marius-sama. You used to be so cute, and now you’ve become so handsome.”

“That’s not really the case.”

When was that, exactly?

I don’t remember the details of our past anymore.

“…Umm, Marius-sama?”

“What is it?”

“Why are you sitting so far away? It would be better if you sat in a chair instead of in the corner of the room…”

Flora asked, understandably puzzled.

Of course it would stand out if I’m sitting curled up in the corner of the room.

However…

“No, I’m fine here. Flora-san, you don’t need to hold back either. Make yourself comfortable.”

I have my reasons for this and I’m not budging from this place no matter what.

“I-I see… You’re acting differently than before. I remember you being much more lively.”

“That’s just part of growing up. But you haven’t changed at all, Flora-san. You’re still the same kind and gentle person from before.”

“Fufu~, thank you. Even so, I am older than you, Marius-sama. I turned into an adult earlier than you.”

“There is only a one year difference in our age though…”

“One year is a big difference, you know? But… we’ve both grown, and now there’s a bit of distance between us.”

Flora’s eyes drooped slightly, looking a bit sad.

“Distance?”

“More like… emotionally, or in terms of how we interact. We used to be much closer. Even though I knew this would happen, it still feels a little sad.”

“Well, we both have our respective positions now.”

We can’t stay casual and friendly forever.

“And now you have a fiancée as well, Marius-sama.”

“Doesn’t Flora san have one too? It wouldn’t be surprising if someone like you didn’t have a fiancé.”

“I don’t… Between helping my father with his work and going to church, I don’t have time to even think about a fiancé.”

“Ah, the church. They call you a saint, right?”

“P-Please stop! It’s embarrassing being called a saint…”

Flora’s face turned red as she said that, her gaze lowering slightly.

“Is it? I think it suits you perfectly, Flora-san. You’re bright like the sun itself. You should be proud of yourself.”

“G-Goodness! You haven’t changed at all, Marius-sama! Still as mischievous as ever. Though you’re not the troublesome little boy you used to be…”

“Isn’t that a good thing? I’m less trouble for everyone now.”

“Hmm… I rather liked the old you, Marius-sama. You were so cute.”

“Your tastes are odd. I would have hated it.”

I would even hit someone over that.

“Really? You can still call me ‘onee-chan’ if you want, you know?”

“I don’t remember ever calling you that. Even if I did, I never will again.”

That would be beyond painful, even for a child.

“Do you really hate it?”

“Of course I do.”

After all, mentally… I’m an adult.

“Geez! That’s a shame. But if you ever feel like calling me that, just let me know. Even if we’re alone, it’s fine.”

“How badly do you want me to call you that…? Well, I’ll think about it.”

Not that I ever will.

“Alright. Fufu~”

“You seem to be enjoying yourself.”

“Yes, well, I just realized that your kind nature hasn’t changed, despite everything.”

“…Kind? Me?”

“You’ve always been kind, Marius-sama.”

“Don’t lie. Someone I recently met told me I was the worst.”

By the way… I’m talking about Cecilia here.

“As your childhood friend, I think I know you better than they do. And from what I know, you are kind, Marius-sama.”

“My younger self… kind, huh…”

I find that hard to believe.

Back in my younger days, I was selfish and a total brat.

In the game, I was notorious for being a malicious and spiteful guy.

I wonder what I looked like from Flora’s perspective… Though, thinking about my past is just embarrassing.

We didn’t talk about the past anymore after that.

Time passed leisurely, and we decided to continue our conversation in the garden since the weather was nice.

Flora and I headed there together, a sweet smile adorned her face as she giggled at my silly jokes.

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