Chapter 52: A Request
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Chapter 52: A Request
When the sun had passed overhead, inside Eldrinas residence.
Mother, Mother!
After training and having taken a quick shower, Siriel immediately went to see Eldrina.
Hmm? Why has my dear come to see me? You should be meeting your manners teacher after training.
Eldrina smiled at Siriel, who had hastily come to her.
Siriels hair was still damp, showing how hastily she had come. Normally, she would have been tended to by the maids, but due to a scheduled lesson with a home tutor after training, she was in a hurry.
Theres still some time, so its okay!
Siriel glanced at the wall clock and spoke. She still had 30 minutes, plenty of time to speak her mind.
Alright. Lets dry your hair first. Come sit here.
Eldrina pointed to a chair. Then, she muttered a soft incantation, creating a warm and gentle breeze. Siriel relaxed under the warm embrace.
However, remembering the reason she came to see Eldrina, Siriels eyes sharpened, and she clenched her fist.
Mother, I have a request.The original appearance of this chapter can be found at Ñøv€lß1n.
What is it?
Eldrina, with her warm smile, asked this of her daughter. Normally, reports would go through the house steward before reaching Eldrina, but it had been years since Siriel directly made a request, piquing Eldrinas curiosity.
Upon receiving permission, Siriel faced her mother and said forcefully,
I want the servants to stop speaking ill of Brother Shiron.
?
Eldrina paused for a moment. Her daughters unexpected request almost disrupted her smile.
Did Siriel rush here to ask this?
Ahem.
Clearing her throat to regain her composure, Eldrina firmly responded,
I cannot do that.
Why?
Instead of being upset by Eldrinas refusal, Siriel sought an explanation. That unique reaction almost melted Eldrinas heart, but she managed to maintain her resolve.
The ideal wife and mother, Eldrina, gently stroked her daughters hair and kindly asked,
Do you know how many servants we have in this mansion?
Im not sure of the exact number, but I know there are many.
334 people. If you include the escort knights, there are even more. From what I heard from Philip, many of them were warned after speaking ill of Shiron. I received all these reports.
Siriels eyes widened, realizing her mother was already aware of everything.
Think about it. Why am I allowing this to happen?
In situations like this, Eldrina often gave Siriel time to reflect.
For solving any given situation, deep contemplation is required. Eldrina wanted Siriel to develop the habit of finding her own path when there was no obvious answer.
With her arms crossed and her head tilted, Siriel finally spoke up.
Do you dislike Shiron, mother?
Oh dear. Do I seem like someone who would dislike anyone?
So, lets do this.
Eldrina, with a twinkle in her eye, smiled brightly at Siriel.
How about confronting Shiron directly? You can ask him why he acted that way. Moreover, you can even help him with his problems.
Me?
Yes.
Eldrina nodded.
Still a child not even ten years old, Eldrina noticed a familiar emotion flashing in Siriels eyes. An emotion she had seen in many women.
Shes head over heels for him.
Eldrina chuckled.
She wasnt bothered by the fact that her daughter had fallen for a boy.
Wasnt Shiron the legitimate heir of the Prient family that her husband had brought back? This situation wasnt too bad then.
She found no issues when meeting him personally.
Hes physically strong and knows how to think.
Eldrina smirked, hearing the rumors around the mansion.
Yet, he hasnt grown out of his childish ways. Pretending to be selectively kind wont fool me.
Suddenly, Eldrina thought,
What if she paired Siriel and Shiron? Just like she and Hugo, Siriel and Shiron seemed like a good match.
The benefits of this pairing were clear. Siriel could become a direct line of the Prient family, her husbands lineage. Their grandchildren would naturally inherit that lineage, too.
It was not a bad idea.
In fact, it was good.
Siriel hadnt realized love yet, but that didnt matter. Even if they didnt get together but became closer, there was no loss. Eldrina decided to support Siriel.
Um, me helping my brother
Siriel fidgeted with her fingers and bit her lip, clearly excited at the idea of helping her beloved brother. Her heart raced.
However, the anxiety returned to Siriels face.
But, will he want my help? What if he refuses?
It was understandable for her to doubt. Siriel never had the opportunity to help or favor Shiron. Plus, hadnt she recently made another mistake? Siriel was unsure of her persuasive abilities.
Im scared that a slip of the tongue might harm our relationship.
Watching her daughters changing expressions, Eldrina felt a tickling sensation in her heart.
If that happens, come back to me. If hes as good-hearted and devoid of jealousy as you believe, he wont hold onto a childs minor mistake for life.
Come to think of it, youre right.
Siriel recalled a significant mistake she made in front of Shiron. Even after the succession ceremony and her blunder in the carriage, Shiron forgave her with just one apology.
After a moment of contemplation, Siriel smiled brightly.
Ill give it a try!
Siriel then glanced at the clock and was startled.
4:05 pm.
She was late for her etiquette lesson.
Siriel hurriedly ran out of the room.
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Chapter 52: A Request
When the sun had passed overhead, inside Eldrinas residence.
Mother, Mother!
After training and having taken a quick shower, Siriel immediately went to see Eldrina.
Hmm? Why has my dear come to see me? You should be meeting your manners teacher after training.
Eldrina smiled at Siriel, who had hastily come to her.
Siriels hair was still damp, showing how hastily she had come. Normally, she would have been tended to by the maids, but due to a scheduled lesson with a home tutor after training, she was in a hurry.
Theres still some time, so its okay!
Siriel glanced at the wall clock and spoke. She still had 30 minutes, plenty of time to speak her mind.
Alright. Lets dry your hair first. Come sit here.
Eldrina pointed to a chair. Then, she muttered a soft incantation, creating a warm and gentle breeze. Siriel relaxed under the warm embrace.
However, remembering the reason she came to see Eldrina, Siriels eyes sharpened, and she clenched her fist.
Mother, I have a request.The original appearance of this chapter can be found at Ñøv€lß1n.
What is it?
Eldrina, with her warm smile, asked this of her daughter. Normally, reports would go through the house steward before reaching Eldrina, but it had been years since Siriel directly made a request, piquing Eldrinas curiosity.
Upon receiving permission, Siriel faced her mother and said forcefully,
I want the servants to stop speaking ill of Brother Shiron.
?
Eldrina paused for a moment. Her daughters unexpected request almost disrupted her smile.
Did Siriel rush here to ask this?
Ahem.
Clearing her throat to regain her composure, Eldrina firmly responded,
I cannot do that.
Why?
Instead of being upset by Eldrinas refusal, Siriel sought an explanation. That unique reaction almost melted Eldrinas heart, but she managed to maintain her resolve.
The ideal wife and mother, Eldrina, gently stroked her daughters hair and kindly asked,
Do you know how many servants we have in this mansion?
Im not sure of the exact number, but I know there are many.
334 people. If you include the escort knights, there are even more. From what I heard from Philip, many of them were warned after speaking ill of Shiron. I received all these reports.
Siriels eyes widened, realizing her mother was already aware of everything.
Think about it. Why am I allowing this to happen?
In situations like this, Eldrina often gave Siriel time to reflect.
For solving any given situation, deep contemplation is required. Eldrina wanted Siriel to develop the habit of finding her own path when there was no obvious answer.
With her arms crossed and her head tilted, Siriel finally spoke up.
Do you dislike Shiron, mother?
Oh dear. Do I seem like someone who would dislike anyone?
So, lets do this.
Eldrina, with a twinkle in her eye, smiled brightly at Siriel.
How about confronting Shiron directly? You can ask him why he acted that way. Moreover, you can even help him with his problems.
Me?
Yes.
Eldrina nodded.
Still a child not even ten years old, Eldrina noticed a familiar emotion flashing in Siriels eyes. An emotion she had seen in many women.
Shes head over heels for him.
Eldrina chuckled.
She wasnt bothered by the fact that her daughter had fallen for a boy.
Wasnt Shiron the legitimate heir of the Prient family that her husband had brought back? This situation wasnt too bad then.
She found no issues when meeting him personally.
Hes physically strong and knows how to think.
Eldrina smirked, hearing the rumors around the mansion.
Yet, he hasnt grown out of his childish ways. Pretending to be selectively kind wont fool me.
Suddenly, Eldrina thought,
What if she paired Siriel and Shiron? Just like she and Hugo, Siriel and Shiron seemed like a good match.
The benefits of this pairing were clear. Siriel could become a direct line of the Prient family, her husbands lineage. Their grandchildren would naturally inherit that lineage, too.
It was not a bad idea.
In fact, it was good.
Siriel hadnt realized love yet, but that didnt matter. Even if they didnt get together but became closer, there was no loss. Eldrina decided to support Siriel.
Um, me helping my brother
Siriel fidgeted with her fingers and bit her lip, clearly excited at the idea of helping her beloved brother. Her heart raced.
However, the anxiety returned to Siriels face.
But, will he want my help? What if he refuses?
It was understandable for her to doubt. Siriel never had the opportunity to help or favor Shiron. Plus, hadnt she recently made another mistake? Siriel was unsure of her persuasive abilities.
Im scared that a slip of the tongue might harm our relationship.
Watching her daughters changing expressions, Eldrina felt a tickling sensation in her heart.
If that happens, come back to me. If hes as good-hearted and devoid of jealousy as you believe, he wont hold onto a childs minor mistake for life.
Come to think of it, youre right.
Siriel recalled a significant mistake she made in front of Shiron. Even after the succession ceremony and her blunder in the carriage, Shiron forgave her with just one apology.
After a moment of contemplation, Siriel smiled brightly.
Ill give it a try!
Siriel then glanced at the clock and was startled.
4:05 pm.
She was late for her etiquette lesson.
Siriel hurriedly ran out of the room.
Chapter 52: A RequestWhen the sun had passed overhead, inside Eldrinas residence.Mother, Mother!After training and having taken a quick shower, Siriel immediately went to see Eldrina.Hmm? Why has my dear come to see me? You should be meeting your manners teacher after training.Eldrina smiled at Siriel, who had hastily come to her.Siriels hair was still damp, showing how hastily she had come. Normally, she would have been tended to by the maids, but due to a scheduled lesson with a home tutor after training, she was in a hurry.Theres still some time, so its okay!Siriel glanced at the wall clock and spoke. She still had 30 minutes, plenty of time to speak her mind.Alright. Lets dry your hair first. Come sit here.Eldrina pointed to a chair. Then, she muttered a soft incantation, creating a warm and gentle breeze. Siriel relaxed under the warm embrace.However, remembering the reason she came to see Eldrina, Siriels eyes sharpened, and she clenched her fist.Mother, I have a request.The original appearance of this chapter can be found at Nvl1n.What is it?Eldrina, with her warm smile, asked this of her daughter. Normally, reports would go through the house steward before reaching Eldrina, but it had been years since Siriel directly made a request, piquing Eldrinas curiosity.Upon receiving permission, Siriel faced her mother and said forcefully,I want the servants to stop speaking ill of Brother Shiron.?Eldrina paused for a moment. Her daughters unexpected request almost disrupted her smile.Did Siriel rush here to ask this?Ahem.Clearing her throat to regain her composure, Eldrina firmly responded,I cannot do that.Why?Instead of being upset by Eldrinas refusal, Siriel sought an explanation. That unique reaction almost melted Eldrinas heart, but she managed to maintain her resolve.The ideal wife and mother, Eldrina, gently stroked her daughters hair and kindly asked,Do you know how many servants we have in this mansion?Im not sure of the exact number, but I know there are many.334 people. If you include the escort knights, there are even more. From what I heard from Philip, many of them were warned after speaking ill of Shiron. I received all these reports.Siriels eyes widened, realizing her mother was already aware of everything.Think about it. Why am I allowing this to happen?In situations like this, Eldrina often gave Siriel time to reflect.For solving any given situation, deep contemplation is required. Eldrina wanted Siriel to develop the habit of finding her own path when there was no obvious answer.With her arms crossed and her head tilted, Siriel finally spoke up.Do you dislike Shiron, mother?Oh dear. Do I seem like someone who would dislike anyone?So, lets do this.Eldrina, with a twinkle in her eye, smiled brightly at Siriel.How about confronting Shiron directly? You can ask him why he acted that way. Moreover, you can even help him with his problems.Me?Yes.Eldrina nodded.Still a child not even ten years old, Eldrina noticed a familiar emotion flashing in Siriels eyes. An emotion she had seen in many women.Shes head over heels for him.Eldrina chuckled.She wasnt bothered by the fact that her daughter had fallen for a boy.Wasnt Shiron the legitimate heir of the Prient family that her husband had brought back? This situation wasnt too bad then.She found no issues when meeting him personally.Hes physically strong and knows how to think.Eldrina smirked, hearing the rumors around the mansion.Yet, he hasnt grown out of his childish ways. Pretending to be selectively kind wont fool me.Suddenly, Eldrina thought,What if she paired Siriel and Shiron? Just like she and Hugo, Siriel and Shiron seemed like a good match.The benefits of this pairing were clear. Siriel could become a direct line of the Prient family, her husbands lineage. Their grandchildren would naturally inherit that lineage, too.It was not a bad idea.In fact, it was good.Siriel hadnt realized love yet, but that didnt matter. Even if they didnt get together but became closer, there was no loss. Eldrina decided to support Siriel.Um, me helping my brotherSiriel fidgeted with her fingers and bit her lip, clearly excited at the idea of helping her beloved brother. Her heart raced.However, the anxiety returned to Siriels face.But, will he want my help? What if he refuses?It was understandable for her to doubt. Siriel never had the opportunity to help or favor Shiron. Plus, hadnt she recently made another mistake? Siriel was unsure of her persuasive abilities.Im scared that a slip of the tongue might harm our relationship.Watching her daughters changing expressions, Eldrina felt a tickling sensation in her heart.If that happens, come back to me. If hes as good-hearted and devoid of jealousy as you believe, he wont hold onto a childs minor mistake for life.Come to think of it, youre right.Siriel recalled a significant mistake she made in front of Shiron. Even after the succession ceremony and her blunder in the carriage, Shiron forgave her with just one apology.After a moment of contemplation, Siriel smiled brightly.Ill give it a try!Siriel then glanced at the clock and was startled.4:05 pm.She was late for her etiquette lesson.Siriel hurriedly ran out of the room.
