Cyril Rudolvon
Cyril Rudolvon trusted his sister more than anyone else in the world.
He likes to grow flowers, loves reading books, and enjoys studying. In contrast, he was not very good at exercising or any kind of laborious physical activity. Because of this, he struggles with the demands of horse-riding and swordsmanship from his father. Yet always time and time again Tiona treats him kindly.
“Cyril you are good at studying, so you have to study properly when you go to school.”
That said, she always encouraged Cyril. Cyril was very worried when she heard that she was going to a school abroad, St. Noel.
“I wish Cyril went instead of me.”
His sister said that, but it wasn’t the thing he cared about. Studying is certainly fun, and he would love to go if he can. But what he cares about is that if his sister might be bullied in a foreign school full of noble children.
So, he was relieved to see that his sister who came back during the summer vacation looked very well. That is not all. He was surprised to hear of his sister’s newfound friends. It seems that she has made friends with Prince Sion of the Kingdom of Sunkland and Her Highness Princess Mia.
“Princess Mia Luna Tearmoon…”
Cyril had no particular feelings towards Princess Mia, either good or bad. For him, she is more of a concept than a person. His only curiosity about her are the rumors surrounding her.
There are people who call her “the selfish princess” and there are also people who praise her as “the wisdom of the empire.” I wonder which is true…
At best, this was the limit of his interest in Mia.
However, when he heard that it was none other than Her Highness the Princess that had settled the case of the Lulu tribe and Viscount Berman, his interest grew…
“As expected of Princess Mia. I never thought there would be a solution that wouldn’t include any bloodshed. Only the wisdom of the empire can truly rule like that.”
“But father, is that really okay? They have taken some of your lands unfairly…”
“It may be unfair… it’s not unreasonable. The imperial family have the authority to do that. Well, it doesn’t change that it does not make any better for us….”
The tone of the Outcount didn’t sound as aggrieved as he should have.
“In the end, as long as the people don’t suffer, it’s not a bad thing.”
The Rudolvon family was originally the leader of the farmers who lived here. They have a deeper affection and ties with their people in their territory compared to ordinary nobles. Moreover, they have built a friendly relationship with the Lulu tribe since a long time ago. It was satisfying for them because the situation was settled without the Lulus getting hurt.
“Hmm, that’s okay…”
Cyril was honestly impressed and his respect for Mia grew. His father, his sister, and Liora, his sister’s attendant, talked about Mia in a positive way. Eventually in Cyril’s mind, Mia became a wonderful saint that is full of virtue. And now he heard that this paragon of virtue, Her Royal Highness, is coming here.
“What is Princess Mia coming to do here?”
When Cyril asked that, not only his father but also Tiona was confused and unable to answer. The Rudolvons were a family of poor nobles who lived at the border of the empire. There was nothing here that would interest the imperial princess to visit.
“Maybe it’s about the other day in the forest …”
His father answered although it is obvious that he was unsure of his own answer.
“Sure, I wrote a letter, but … I don’t think she was going to come directly …”
Tiona smiled. Her answer seems more confident compared to his father.
“But it is something that Her Highness does. It’s just the way she is.”
Cyril saw her sister smiling sincerely…
Or maybe… just maybe, she is coming to see her friend and play with you, dear sister.
Cyril quietly thought so.
In any case, his father and sister have something to do with the upcoming visit. Judging that it wasn’t much of his business, Cyril went to water the flowerbed, which is his daily routine. If it were an official visit, then the whole clan needed to be there to greet her. But since it is a personal visit, then it probably won’t matter if he didn’t show up.
Even so, my sister is amazing. To be able to make friends with Princess Mia.
With that in mind, he cared for the flowers that are in full bloom. Caring for flowers is quite difficult. It’s not just about watering. One has to look at each flower and check if it is well-nourished or if it is sick. That’s how deep in concentration Cyril was, that he did not notice…
“Oh my… that surely is a pretty flower.”
A person was standing right next to him!
When he turned around, he was surprised to find a girl standing there. It was a beautiful girl. Her shiny hair, healthy skin, and her eyes that seems to sparkle with intelligence. The girl bent her knees slightly and put her hand on the flower, looking at the surprised and frozen Cyril.
“These are… Sweetmoons, I believe.”
“Uh…ah, yeah, that’s right.”
Cyril looked at the girl’s appearance and wondered if he should use honorifics. She wore a light summer dress, not the luxurious dress worn by so-called nobles. It was more casual, light, and suited for the summer weather. This is why he couldn’t be certain of her identity. Adding honorifics would be normal for a noble, but it would be embarrassing and grandiose to use it on a conversation with a commoner. It was the voice of the girl’s servant who answered his question…
“Mia-sama, it’s about time …”
“Oh, I understand …”
“…Huh?”
This was the first encounter with whom Cyril Rudolvon would swear his lifelong loyalty.
TN: Mia the shota killer
TN: Hello everyone. I am away for holidays until the 2nd of March… So there will be no new chapters until the 3rd of March. I won’t be bringing my laptop with me.
