CH 28

The stories I heard from my father in the Office were full of surprise.

I heard that Chris had left her mark in many ways in the capital.

I never dreamed that I would get married so soon.

In fact, I never got married in my previous life.

I must have had a girlfriend at least, but I did, didn't I?　

I stopped trying to remember anything .

I was afraid it would hurt my feelings.

Father and I were still alone in the office.

We talked about important things for the most part, so we were only chatting casually.

During this conversation, my father asked me about my knowledge FROM my previous life.

I told him about the items that were not yet common in this world, such as "rinse and aloe lotion."

Are there still many products that have not yet been recognized for their usefulness?　I wondered what I should do, but I told him frankly, "There are many, many products."

Then my father furrowed his brow and muttered bitterly, "This is the biggest problem of all."

"Rid, your knowledge is very dangerous. Some of it will change the way this world is. If you ever use your knowledge from your past life, be sure to ask me for help. Be careful not to think that your common sense is the common sense of the world."

"I understand."

I nodded my head in agreement with my father. I'll be very careful.

I was curious about the "added house " that Garn and my father were talking about.

"You said earlier that you were going to build an extra house , but will I and Lady Fara live there alone?"

Fara and I are going to move there alone? Considering everything in total, it would be best to build an annex.

"I am not sure. Even if she were to come to our territory, she would still be royalty and a hostage of a neighboring country. And although it is highly unlikely, the possibility of spies is slim to none. Considering everything in total, it would be best to build an extra house ."

A spies, indeed, is a possibility as long as they come from a neighboring country.

And even though the princess herself is six years old, the follower is not, so you have to be wary.

"Father, if that's the case, would you be willing to include me in the project?"

"What?"

"I am very excited about planning the building where my future wife and I will live. I would also like to put Sandra's research facilities and the offices of the Christie Trading Company there for future use. I also want an interior magic and martial arts training facility."

My father's face grew stern as he listened to me.

" You idiot ....... We need a budget even to build an one building , you know? We can't build anything too big."

"But you said earlier that we would charge the Imperial Capital for it."

"The budget to be raised by the capital is taxpayer money. If we charge too much, the aristocrats in the central government will take this opportunity to criticize us. We can't take any risks."

"Hmmm."

I thought about trying to get a budget from the capital, but it seems that's not going to work.

I think we should pull the plug on the budget here for now.

"I understand. But, father, please let me participate in the planning of the building where I will live with her ."

"I see. I understand. I will make such arrangements. Well, I think that's enough for today."

Father seemed to be done with our discussion, but I had one more request.

No, I just got it.

"Father, I have one last request."

"Is there something else you want to ask me?"

He was beginning to look a little tired, as might be expected after such a long discussion.

"I don't care if it's only for a short time in the kingdom of Lenalute. Please allow me to go."

'...... what?'

The father's face became stern and his brow furrowed as he began to show signs of exhaustion.

"I have just been told that I may participate in the planning of the building. I would like to learn more about the culture of Renalute."

"No need. We just need to call someone who is familiar with the culture of Renalute. There is no need for you to go there."

“I have one more reason that I can only tell you, Father. I can't go into detail, but it has to do with memories and pseudo-experiences from a previous life. Perhaps it has to do with mother's illness."

There was a twitch between Father's eyebrows.

With a rugged look on his face, he shoots me a look with his eyes with great intensity.

But I can't give in either.

I confronted his gaze head-on with a smiling face.

The glare between father and I might have been amusing if others had seen it.

My father had a stern face and eyes that would make even a knight run away from him.

I, on the other hand, faced him without losing my smile.

After a while, a loud sigh echoed through the office.

......It would be good. But you will be accompanied by an escort, of course, and you will only be in Renalute for a few days. The announcement of the marriage between you and the princess is still to come, but I will inform the Renalute that I am sending you as a candidate for marriage, although unofficially at this time."

I feel like I'm being too arrogant, even though I'm just going for a quick visit.

“How about a little snooping around, just me and a handful of other people?"

"If you do that and a problem occurs, it will not be limited to just you and the Bardia territory. The problem will grow to a national levelDon't do anything rash.!"

My father's angry shouts roared through the office as his face turned the sternest it has ever been.

It was the first time my father had ever shouted at me, and it frightened me.

"I am sorry ......."

"You are to be the heir to the Bardia domain and the princess's bride. There must surely be someone who feels the same way about Magnolia. Do not make rash remarks like the one you just made, okay?　Is that clear?"

”Assassination," I hadn't thought of that.

The marriage is certainly a reaffirmation of the fact that Renalute has now become a vassal state of Magnolia.

Since the son of a frontier count, who is not a member of the royal family, is going as a candidate, even if unofficially, some people on the Renalute side may think it is unpleasant.

"I understand. I apologize for my thoughtless remark."

"I will let you know the exact date as soon as it is decided. Is there anything else?'

"No, nothing. Thank you."

"Well, you may go now. take some rest."

"Yes, I'll leave now."

After bowing to my father, I left the office.

I turned to look in the direction of the voice and saw Garn smiling at me.

"I'm glad to hear that you had a deep conversation with Lord . Rainer."

"What's wrong?"　He looked at me and took a breath before speaking.

“After Nanalee fell ill, we were all worried that everyone was gradually becoming distant from each other and that things were getting darker. However, Master Rid made a change, and everyone became cheerful again, and all of us in the family are very happy about that.”

Garn smiled.

He had shown me this face when we were in the Office.

I guess Garn was happy because my father and I were getting along so well .

And all the Bardia family servants had also noticed and were worried about me.

I naturally smiled at Garn's words and replied, "Thank you for your concern."

Then, Garn cleared his throat and whispered in my ear.

I'm sure you'll be fine, Master Rid. You will make the princess of Renalute happy. We will help you. She will be the young wife of Master Rid.

He must have been waiting for me to tell me this.

After he whispered this to me, he seemed embarrassed, and was reddening and brushing his cheeks with fingers.

I smiled as I was so happy to hear it .

I smiled and said,

"I'll do my best."

I was only concerned about one thing he said, and I would like to point it out.

'But. Garn ......"

“Yes, what is it?"

'I'm six, too, and I don't have a young bride to be my wife, do I?'

"!"

My unexpected words seemed to have hit the spot, and Garun unusually endured the laughte