Haunted Duke’s Daughter

Her brothers gaze shifted slightly and went to the back of Lilias head. No one was supposed to be there, since Tina and I had parted ways for dinner. I looked back curiously and almost screamed.

!

I wanted to praise myself for somehow being able to endure it.

Broso, thanks for your help. Now get some rest.

Broso gave a small nod and quietly left the place.

How long has he been here, brother?

I hadnt noticed him at all until I followed my brothers gaze.

Hes been walking behind you the whole time.

Lilias eyes widened. She hadnt noticed him at all. She was about to ask why, but Sakura laughed and said,

SDont worry, its an escort. There is no way that Lilia can be left alone. Your brother is strong, but Lilia needs to be protected.

LWait. You knew, didnt you? Why didnt you tell me?

SI didnt think it was necessary.If I told you, youd think I was crazy.

If I had known, I would have turned my attention to Broso. Then, I wouldnt have been able to enjoy the day. Then again, it was probably for the best that I didnt know.

Perhaps it was because Lilia had a difficult expression on her face that her brother looked a little apologetic as he said,

Im sorry. I didnt think I needed to tell you. Youre right, I should have said something.

Oh, no, its fine. Im sure it would have bothered me to know.

When Lilia shook her head, her brother let out a sigh of relief.

By the way, brother. Is Broso also staying at this inn?

No. He said that he would stay here for our protection, but I sent him home on my authority.

Send him home?

Before I could ask where, my brother nodded and said,

Hes from this city so I sent him back to his parents house.

Lilia blinked a little, then nodded knowingly.

I was wondering why you chose that man, is that why?

Yeah. I thought if Im going to ask someone, itd better be someone who can also go home.

After saying that, my brother suddenly laughed.

Dont worry. Ill take care of you. Thats why Im sorry, but were going to be in the same roomat night. Just kidding.

I stared at him with half-lidded eyes, and he averted his gaze.

Not rewarding.

She tilted her head inwardly, not understanding the meaning of Sakuras words. She immediately remembered that her brother was right in front of her and coughed deceptively.

Ill go back to my room.

Oh. What about dinner? We can have it in the cafeteria or in our rooms.

I was a little surprised to learn that I could eat in my room, since I thought it always had to be in the cafeteria. Some of the nobles are well known to the common people. If such people wanted to eat in a relaxed atmosphere, they would probably prefer to eat in their rooms. I couldnt deny that they were being considerate.

I thought about it for a while, but there was no need to eat in the room. Lilia answered that she would eat in the dining room.

All right. Lilia, call out to me when youre ready.

I dont have anything to prepare, but Tina told me I can borrow some clothes for a while.

I see. I dont have any special preparations either. Lets go.

I followed my brother as he started walking. When we were almost to the stairs, my brother suddenly opened his mouth. Lilia.

Youll have to change tomorrow, right?

Does that mean you dont plan to change your clothes for a while? Lilia gently reached out her right hand and pinched her brothers hand as hard as she could.

Oh! Im sorry! I was joking! It hurts, no wait, it really hurts!

Her brother is desperately trying to escape, and Lilia is pinching his hand over and over again. Im sure that from a distance, they looked like a couple of close siblings.

SIts so peaceful here.

Sakura, who was out of the mosquito net, was watching the scene with a sigh.

There were a number of other guests in the dining room. Three long, narrow tables were set up, with about three people clustered around each table. Some of them seemed to be drinking, and it was very noisy.

Haha. Its a good atmosphere.

My brother laughed happily and took a seat in the corner. I also sat down in the corner, tilting my head and wondering what was so good about it. Without much waiting, a woman who probably worked here brought us a glass of water.

Lilia.

Thank you.What?

I looked at the womans face and saw that it was Tina. As I stared at Tina in surprise, she looked away, embarrassed.

Weird, huh?

Tina was dressed in a maids uniform, unlike before. It seems that she changed her clothes in a hurry, and they are a bit disheveled, but they look good on her. However, it would be rude to say such a thing to the daughter of a nobleman, even a baronet.

It looks good on you.

SYou said it plainly.

LI cant lie.

SYeah, I agree with you and Im sure Tina wont mind.

Just as Sakura had said, Tina smiled happily.

Why are you dressed like that?

The people hired here wear these. Its like a uniform.

You could have worn something else.

Its easier to tell.

Tina said, but she wasnt so sure either. She didnt know the reason why she was wearing this dress. Its up to the business owner.