After giving Sheryl permission to apply in the office at the inn, I finish my chores and return to the mansion.
As soon as I arrived at the mansion, I was summoned by my father through Garn.
And now I am standing in front of him with Diana.
'Yes, Father. What can I do for you?"
'......, it's about that 'building', of course.'
The father puts his hand on his forehead and shakes his head.
The 'building' would be the venue used for the 'bowl battle'.
Apparently, Diana was right.
But Father looks more stunned than angry.
I put on a clichéd face and giggle.
'Haha ...... sorry. But I've made bleachers to make it easier for you and Mel to watch the match. By all means, please look forward to it on the day.'
'Ha ha ...... your magic is superior, the people in the mansion know about the 'Mukuroji Tree', so it's not that big of a problem. But I always tell you. You always tell me in advance."
"Yes, ......, I'll be careful from now on."
I bow my head and bow. Then my father looked up and smiled wryly.
'...... Rid, you gave me the same reply before. Now, let's ...... hear exactly how you intend to go about taking care of yourself today."
"Eh......⁉ Well, that's the thing: ......"
After this, the questions and lectures from the father continued for a while, and I was left in a state of despondency.
In the meantime, Diana was shaking her head slightly as she exhaled a sigh.
◇ ◇
"Please excuse me ......."
Father's calm rebuke finally ends and I leave the office.
As I closed the door and started walking towards my room, Deanna spoke to me in a whisper.
"Master Rid, that's why I told you ......."
'Haha ......, I can't help it. But eventually, everyone will be able to use it, and Father won't be so angry about it. If a tree is to hide, it is in the forest. So, you know, if you don't have a forest, I think I na good idea to build one."
I'm the only 'child' who can use magic somewhat well at the moment.
So, when I do a lot of activities, there are parts that stand out.
But if I train the beastmen children and establish an education programme, I will be less noticeable too.
But Diana has a look of dismay on her face when she hears my words.
"You are thinking of something very unconventional again, aren't you? 'You stand out not because of your magic, but because of your ideas. Please take note."
"Do you think so, ......?"
'I'm certainly a bit advanced in my thinking at the moment, but eventually people like me will think about it.
But I think that sooner or later there will be people who think like me.
At that time, a lovely voice sounded from the front.
'Welcome back, Nii-sama!'
With the voice, Mel came running towards me and jumped on me.
I took her in and spun her around on the spot, then stood her up and smiled at her.
"I'm back, Mel."
Oh, Nii-sama, let's do the Engei Rengoshu. I'm looking forward to it.
"Oh, yeah. That's right."
Mel is really enjoying herself and has a cute smile on her face.
Then, I wonder if Danae came after Mel, and she comes in breathless.
Cookie and Biscuit are with her.
'Ha ha ha ...... Meldy-sama, it's not safe for you to run so much by yourself.'"
'Haha, thanks for everything Danae. Then let's all go to my room together."
'Yes, Nii-sama, "
On this day, Mel, Danae and the others were training for the 'Hachimaki Battle'.
◇ ◇
The next day, I sent an invitation to Chris and the others in my office at the inn.
I also prepared invitations to Ellen and Alex for the Bowl Battle.
Incidentally, Capella reported that the meeting of the beastmen children took place yesterday and that there were no particular problems.
At that time, there was also a message from Sheryl saying, "We are going to be serious too, so please be on your guard."
What do they have in mind? Now I am excited
I finished the last invitation as I was working on it, thinking things like.
"All right, it's done. Capella, I'm sorry, but can you deliver this to Chris and Ellen? It's an important letter, so I'd appreciate it if you could deliver it to them in person."
I looked at him and held out the invitation I had finished writing.
Capella bows and politely accepts the letter of invitation.
'Yes, I understand. Then, I will go immediately."
"I'm sorry, but I'm counting on you. I'm going to go to the hotel. Tell Ellen and the others I'll take care of what she asked me to do."
He nodded and left the office without further ado.
The thing that Ellen and Co. asked for is the matter of replenishing the workforce.
Two races of beastmen children, the 'foxmen' and the 'apemen', were up for grabs in hope.
Fortunately, the foxmen are the most common race among the children this time, so I think I will be able to fulfil her request.
I rubbed my eyes with my hands, looked up to the heavens and let out a gasp.
'Phew...... now I just need to show them the results of the bowl battle and then teach them some magic......."
A fresh cup of tea is placed on my desk as I mutter about what I'm about to do.
"Good work, Master Rid. '"
'Thank you, Diana."
I sip the tea as I thank her.
Warm tea is a good accompaniment to paperwork, isn't it?
When I was thinking about this and my face was tearing up, she came to me in a fearful manner.
"Rid-sama. It may seem impolite to ask, but is it safe for you and Fara to live in the mansion? It seems that you've been busy recently with the reception of the beastmen, so I didn't really point that one out to you. ......"
'Ah ...... well, there was that too. In the meantime, I think the document that summarised everyone's opinion on the building of the mansion has been passed, so there should be no problem, but I need to check it out. I also didn't give Fara any updates on what's going on. Okay, I'll send her a letter about taking on the 'bowl battle'."
At Diana's words, I went to my desk again and started to write a letter to Farah.
At that moment, there was a knock at my office door.
When I answered, Marietta, the head maid, and Dinas, the head knight, entered the room.
The unusual combination of the two makes me cringe.
Eventually, they came in front of me and bailed, so I approached them.
"It's unusual to see you two together, eh? What's wrong today?'
'Yes, in fact, there have been a number of offers from the maids to watch the 'bowl' battle by all means. May I allow only those who are available to watch?"
'The same goes for the Knights. We are very interested in the match between Master Rid and the beastmen children, so if you don't mind, may we watch the match?
I was a little surprised by this unexpected offer.
But there is no particular reason to refuse, and there will be no problem. I smiled and nodded.
'I understand. If it doesn't interfere with the work of the mansion, then there's no problem. But there might be magic flying around, so please make sure that the maids watch the match behind the knights.
'Yes, I understand. I think everyone will be pleased."
Marietta smiled happily when she heard my answer.
After that, Dinas and Marietta bowed to me and left the office as it was.
What was it? When I thought, as if to supplement, Diana muttered with a smile.
'Hmm, Rid-sama is adored by everyone more than he thinks he is. And since it's not every day we get the chance to see Rid-sama's abilities with our own eyes, many of them probably don't want to miss out on this opportunity."
'Oh, is that so? I'm glad, but I'm a bit embarrassed."
I reply with a bashful smile.
But then, will everyone in the mansion be coming quite a bit? Then I'll have to put extra effort into it.
Thinking this, I finish writing the letter to Farah, and when the paperwork is done, I train in martial arts and new spell for tomorrow.
Back at the mansion, I was also very excited to practice with Mel, Danae and the others.
In the meantime, time flew by and it was the day of the "Bowl Battle".
After giving Sheryl permission to apply in the office at the inn, I finish my chores and return to the mansion.
As soon as I arrived at the mansion, I was summoned by my father through Garn.
And now I am standing in front of him with Diana.
'Yes, Father. What can I do for you?"
'......, it's about that 'building', of course.'
The father puts his hand on his forehead and shakes his head.
The 'building' would be the venue used for the 'bowl battle'.
Apparently, Diana was right.
But Father looks more stunned than angry.
I put on a clichéd face and giggle.
'Haha ...... sorry. But I've made bleachers to make it easier for you and Mel to watch the match. By all means, please look forward to it on the day.'
'Ha ha ...... your magic is superior, the people in the mansion know about the 'Mukuroji Tree', so it's not that big of a problem. But I always tell you. You always tell me in advance."
"Yes, ......, I'll be careful from now on."
I bow my head and bow. Then my father looked up and smiled wryly.
'...... Rid, you gave me the same reply before. Now, let's ...... hear exactly how you intend to go about taking care of yourself today."
"Eh......⁉ Well, that's the thing: ......"
After this, the questions and lectures from the father continued for a while, and I was left in a state of despondency.
In the meantime, Diana was shaking her head slightly as she exhaled a sigh.
◇ ◇
"Please excuse me ......."
Father's calm rebuke finally ends and I leave the office.
As I closed the door and started walking towards my room, Deanna spoke to me in a whisper.
"Master Rid, that's why I told you ......."
'Haha ......, I can't help it. But eventually, everyone will be able to use it, and Father won't be so angry about it. If a tree is to hide, it is in the forest. So, you know, if you don't have a forest, I think I na good idea to build one."
I'm the only 'child' who can use magic somewhat well at the moment.
So, when I do a lot of activities, there are parts that stand out.
But if I train the beastmen children and establish an education programme, I will be less noticeable too.
But Diana has a look of dismay on her face when she hears my words.
"You are thinking of something very unconventional again, aren't you? 'You stand out not because of your magic, but because of your ideas. Please take note."
"Do you think so, ......?"
'I'm certainly a bit advanced in my thinking at the moment, but eventually people like me will think about it.
But I think that sooner or later there will be people who think like me.
At that time, a lovely voice sounded from the front.
'Welcome back, Nii-sama!'
With the voice, Mel came running towards me and jumped on me.
I took her in and spun her around on the spot, then stood her up and smiled at her.
"I'm back, Mel."
Oh, Nii-sama, let's do the Engei Rengoshu. I'm looking forward to it.
"Oh, yeah. That's right."
Mel is really enjoying herself and has a cute smile on her face.
Then, I wonder if Danae came after Mel, and she comes in breathless.
Cookie and Biscuit are with her.
'Ha ha ha ...... Meldy-sama, it's not safe for you to run so much by yourself.'"
'Haha, thanks for everything Danae. Then let's all go to my room together."
'Yes, Nii-sama, "
On this day, Mel, Danae and the others were training for the 'Hachimaki Battle'.
◇ ◇
The next day, I sent an invitation to Chris and the others in my office at the inn.
I also prepared invitations to Ellen and Alex for the Bowl Battle.
Incidentally, Capella reported that the meeting of the beastmen children took place yesterday and that there were no particular problems.
At that time, there was also a message from Sheryl saying, "We are going to be serious too, so please be on your guard."
What do they have in mind? Now I am excited
I finished the last invitation as I was working on it, thinking things like.
"All right, it's done. Capella, I'm sorry, but can you deliver this to Chris and Ellen? It's an important letter, so I'd appreciate it if you could deliver it to them in person."
I looked at him and held out the invitation I had finished writing.
Capella bows and politely accepts the letter of invitation.
'Yes, I understand. Then, I will go immediately."
"I'm sorry, but I'm counting on you. I'm going to go to the hotel. Tell Ellen and the others I'll take care of what she asked me to do."
He nodded and left the office without further ado.
The thing that Ellen and Co. asked for is the matter of replenishing the workforce.
Two races of beastmen children, the 'foxmen' and the 'apemen', were up for grabs in hope.
Fortunately, the foxmen are the most common race among the children this time, so I think I will be able to fulfil her request.
I rubbed my eyes with my hands, looked up to the heavens and let out a gasp.
'Phew...... now I just need to show them the results of the bowl battle and then teach them some magic......."
A fresh cup of tea is placed on my desk as I mutter about what I'm about to do.
"Good work, Master Rid. '"
'Thank you, Diana."
I sip the tea as I thank her.
Warm tea is a good accompaniment to paperwork, isn't it?
When I was thinking about this and my face was tearing up, she came to me in a fearful manner.
"Rid-sama. It may seem impolite to ask, but is it safe for you and Fara to live in the mansion? It seems that you've been busy recently with the reception of the beastmen, so I didn't really point that one out to you. ......"
'Ah ...... well, there was that too. In the meantime, I think the document that summarised everyone's opinion on the building of the mansion has been passed, so there should be no problem, but I need to check it out. I also didn't give Fara any updates on what's going on. Okay, I'll send her a letter about taking on the 'bowl battle'."
At Diana's words, I went to my desk again and started to write a letter to Farah.
At that moment, there was a knock at my office door.
When I answered, Marietta, the head maid, and Dinas, the head knight, entered the room.
The unusual combination of the two makes me cringe.
Eventually, they came in front of me and bailed, so I approached them.
"It's unusual to see you two together, eh? What's wrong today?'
'Yes, in fact, there have been a number of offers from the maids to watch the 'bowl' battle by all means. May I allow only those who are available to watch?"
'The same goes for the Knights. We are very interested in the match between Master Rid and the beastmen children, so if you don't mind, may we watch the match?
I was a little surprised by this unexpected offer.
But there is no particular reason to refuse, and there will be no problem. I smiled and nodded.
'I understand. If it doesn't interfere with the work of the mansion, then there's no problem. But there might be magic flying around, so please make sure that the maids watch the match behind the knights.
'Yes, I understand. I think everyone will be pleased."
Marietta smiled happily when she heard my answer.
After that, Dinas and Marietta bowed to me and left the office as it was.
What was it? When I thought, as if to supplement, Diana muttered with a smile.
'Hmm, Rid-sama is adored by everyone more than he thinks he is. And since it's not every day we get the chance to see Rid-sama's abilities with our own eyes, many of them probably don't want to miss out on this opportunity."
'Oh, is that so? I'm glad, but I'm a bit embarrassed."
I reply with a bashful smile.
But then, will everyone in the mansion be coming quite a bit? Then I'll have to put extra effort into it.
Thinking this, I finish writing the letter to Farah, and when the paperwork is done, I train in martial arts and new spell for tomorrow.
Back at the mansion, I was also very excited to practice with Mel, Danae and the others.
In the meantime, time flew by and it was the day of the "Bowl Battle".
