When I Reincarnated as the Villain of a Game World, I Created a Harem and Broke the Protagonist's Heart and Efforts!

Chapter 24 : Departure!

The day to depart for the Imperial Capital soon arrived.

This time, the ones heading to the capital were my father, the head of the family, Klein, Sharmilina, myself, 15 servants who will be responsible for everyone, and 30 escort knights.

It would be a large group, but since four members of the Duke’s household are going, it can’t be helped.

After finishing preparations, I headed to the front hall with Lilia and Lulua, who were dressed in maid uniforms and accompanied me as ostensibly exclusive maids.

The remaining three people were already waiting who will be heading to the capital this time.

“Sorry for the wait, Father.”

“Don’t worry about it. I haven’t bid farewell to Remia yet.”

The Remia my father mentioned was his wife, in other words, my mother in this life. Even though she’s my mother, we rarely see each other except at meals, so parting is not a problem for me.

After a short wait, my mother appeared in the entrance hall.

She talked with my father about managing the mansion in his absence and exchanged some words afterward. Next, she talked to Sharmilina and Klein, she then hugged Sharmilina, and then came to me.

“Wraith, it hasn’t been that long since you’ve returned from your inspection. Are you okay?”

“Yes, no problems.”

“That’s good. Take care.”

“Yes.”

Although the conversation was not extensive, I can feel my mother’s caring attitude in her words. Even though we don’t see each other often, there is at least affection.

After saying our goodbyes, we each boarded our respective carriages, received the send-off from the remaining servants, and set off for the Imperial Capital.

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“It’s too boring.”

One hour after leaving the Duke’s mansion.

As someone who knows about the existence of entertainment during travel from a past life where such things were possible, I find this journey quite dull.

I could engage in mana manipulation training, as I did during the inspection, but I’m not in the mood for that.

“I’m bored too.”

Lulua followed up on my words. It seems that even for someone without a past life like me, carriage travel is monotonous.

“Hey, Wraith-sama, how many days does it take to get to the Imperial Capital?”

“Four and a half days.”

“So long…”

Saying that, Lulua leaned back against the carriage seat. I did the same, glancing at Lilia, who hasn’t participated much in the conversation. She’s quietly reading a book, likely a magic tome judging from its contents.

Recently, Lilia has been reading not only recovery magic books but also offensive magic books. According to her, she wants to be able to assist me and acquire means of self-defense. I think it’s very much like Lilia to be focused on the main goal where I’m involved.

“Master, is something the matter?”

Whether she noticed my gaze or not, Lilia closes her magic book and looks up, asking.

“No, nothing in particular… Well, this is a good opportunity. Since we’re here, lend me your lap.”

“Yes~!”

Lilia closed the book on her lap, patted it twice, and said, “Please, Master~.” Since Lilia is sitting next to me, I tilted my body to the side, resting my head on her lap. The perfect softness and the sweet fragrance of Lilia envelop my head.

“How does it feel, Master?”

“Not bad.”

“That’s good.”

Looking pleased with my response, Lilia started gently stroking my head. Her touch was too comfortable, and I gradually began to feel sleepy.

“Lilia…”

“Yes?”

“I’m going to sleep a bit…”

“Yes. I’ll wake you up when the carriage stops.”

“Yeah… Please.”

I let my consciousness drift into the encroaching drowsiness.

“Even during the inspection, I felt like I was just air inside the carriage.”

“I’ll look after you later. So please don’t sulk.”