148 Lady and Black Knight Return Home 4

Then a week later, on Gilbert's holiday, Sofia was summoned to the office.

Gilbert often served as a marquis on holidays, as he was usually not very comfortable with the knights at home. Sofia spends such a day in the mansion without disturbing herself.

It was unusual to be called to the office.

"Master Gilbert, what's going on?

When Sofia asked Gilbert, Gilbert nodded with a serious face.

"Sophia said the other day that I would learn self-defense."

"Ah, um..."

I was talking to Carina and I remembered what I said. I thought it was a funny suggestion for a noble woman, even though Gilbert didn't give me a very good answer.

"Forget it! People don't really learn much, do they...?

When he leaned down, Gilbert made a sound of standing on the chair. No footsteps on the carpet, but we can see it approaching. Sophia raised her face as she felt a sign of stopping in front of her.

"No, I think your anxiety is particularly serious. I can't be by my side when I'm at work. So... I'm sorry, but I want you to keep this with you all the time."

Sofia grabbed something and put her hands on the plate aggressively.

What was dropped was a round silver ball and a large decorative button pedestal inside it. There are two, and if you wear a long-sleeved garment, you can use it as a cuff button. The silver balls are carved with an aster flower and decorated with small diamonds. But why is it not in the pedestal?

"What is this...?

Gilbert laughed as he rolled over his palm.

"This ball can freeze its surroundings when hit hard."

"─ ─ Huh?

Sofia hurriedly grabbed and pressed the rolling balls. If I accidentally drop it, it's going to be a big deal. My face turns blue. I didn't know this cute decorative ball was such a powerful magical instrument.

"Even if you learn self-defense, you can't compete with someone stronger than Sofia. Then it is safest to stop the enemy from moving and escape."

"That's.... ─ ─ That's right."

Gilbert was right. Sofia nodded honestly and probably opened her hand. After all, it seems to be a cute design no matter how many times I look at it.

"You can use it as a decorative item and throw it at the opponent by removing it from the pedestal in case of emergency. Of course, you can keep it in your pocket if it doesn't fit your clothes. ─ ─ It doesn't activate until it accidentally falls on the carpet, so there's nothing to be afraid of. When the magic tool is activated, the ring worn will also be activated, and at the same time you will tell me where you are. Of course not, but... just keep it safe."

Thank you very much.

As Sofia thanked him, Gilbert nodded reassuringly and returned to his desk chair.

The magic equipment in my hand is sparkling. The carved Aster flowers are the ones Sophia gave to the Queen during her social debut. So I can see that this magic tool was made for Sofia.

"─ ─ What's wrong?

"No, I miss Aster's flowers..."

That day, Sofia was proposed by Gilbert in the Four Areas of the Imperial Castle. A lot has happened since we got married, but I can't forget that day. I was satisfied when I was told not to let go anymore, and I was determined to get stronger. Aster's flowers did push Sofia's back that day.

"Well, Sofia was really beautiful that day. Even now, of course."

Gilbert looks up and tells Sofia. Sofia gently pressed her hot cheeks with her hands.

"I don't want to go back to my room anymore..."

"Are you here?

Gilbert showed the nearby one-seated sofa by hand. It must be where Gilbert rests. I can't say selfishness like a child who wants to stay on the side all the time while on duty.

"Yes, no. No thanks....!

I'm kidding.

When he shook his head in a hurry, Gilbert burst into his throat and laughed.

"Gilbert is already mean! But... please give me time to have tea with you later. Um, I'll be waiting."

"Oh, okay."

Sofia gripped the magic tool in her hand with a smile and left the office momentum. You can choose tea with Carina and wait. I must also share with Carina how to use and handle the magic equipment I received. This time should be in Sofia's room. Sofia turned to her room to take advantage of the fun time of the day.

Meanwhile, Gilbert, who was left in the office, held his head.

It has been several months since I married Sofia. There was some time away, but I still spent more time with Sofia than before.

"─ ─ You're too cute, my wife."

Gilbert mutters in a low voice. A puzzled face, a shy expression, and a modest and adorable smile all capture Gilbert's heart.

I had been told of my wife's affection by married members of the 2nd Platoon and aristocrats of acquaintances, but I was intrigued by what I was telling others personally.

Now I know. They must have felt the same way as they do now.

But Gilbert himself will not do the same.

"Sofia is waiting.... let's get this over with."

Gilbert grabbed the pen he had been restarting his attention to and resumed checking the documents on the desk.