Elric wasn’t the only one surprised.
Tyria was filled with panic at the sudden encounter.
“Okay, then I’ll go!”
In the meantime, the maid ran away, probably because she was stung for having mistreated Elric just before.
Neither of them paid attention to her.
This is because the embarrassment, relief, excitement, and complex and subtle feelings that we felt the moment we met each other tormented us all.
Tyria was even more like that.
-sure! The owner was very worried too! He stopped by here every day to take care of his wife!
There is a person in front of you who was that worried while you were asleep.
The doubts become more intense.
Why do you treat me so well now that you left?
… No, what shape your heart is in right now.
Tyria was very concerned about that.
“… “Are you here?”
When I asked in a subdued voice, the answer came back.
“I see you’re awake.”
Elric’s mouth was tightly shut.
The corners of his eyes droop and a look of relief appears.
But that feeling didn’t last long.
“I see you’ve finally woken up.”
“yes… ?”
Elric’s gaze sharpened.
Although he still looked worried, anger was also present in his eyes.
He approached, holding a cane.
Tyria clenched her hands in embarrassment.
Elric approached and asked bluntly.
“Why did you do that?”
“… “What do you mean?”
“Why didn’t you tell me you weren’t feeling well?”
Because I didn’t know it would be that bad.
When work was in full swing, Tyria lived with only mild body aches.
This was especially true after the death of former matriarch Hoben Portman.
Over the past year, Tyria has had more days when she felt tired than when she felt refreshed.
Since I was used to that kind of situation, I assumed that this time would be just as good as before.
Shall I tell the whole truth?
No, that sounds like an excuse.
Tyria suddenly felt aggrieved.
I just followed Elric out of concern, so why should I be scolded?
How can you be so ignorant of your feelings?
Of course, the reason was not explained in advance, but it could be interpreted in a somewhat positive way.
It was a childish mind.
She should feel ashamed, but Tyria could hardly escape that sentiment.
Maybe it’s because I’m not in good shape yet.
Those were the words spoken intoxicated with emotion.
“It was okay. Until we go up.”
Tyria suddenly said that and was surprised at herself.
Because I didn’t expect such a blunt tone to come out.
Naturally, I noticed Elric’s attention.
His expression became even more determined.
It was a moment when I felt like my heart was dropping and was about to add an excuse.
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“I take care of my body… .”
“I was worried.”
Stand tall –
Tyria’s body stopped.
The gaze focused on Elric.
I looked at him, doubting whether I had heard correctly, and I saw that my worry was growing stronger on top of his anger.
I guess I didn’t hear it wrong.
‘worry?’
me? he?
You will understand the meaning of the words.
Is the reason for concern simply because of their relationship as a married couple on paper, or because the person who is supposed to work has passed away, or… .
‘… No, let’s not think too lightly.’
Tyria knew very well that expectations usually lead to greater feelings of betrayal.
This is because all major events that occurred throughout her life were like that.
It was a learned fear.
She knew painfully the feeling of loss when expectations are dashed.
All I could manage to say was an apology.
“… “We apologize for causing you worry.”
“I didn’t say that because I wanted to hear that.”
Elric sat down on the bed.
His hand wrapped around Tyria’s fist.
“Look at me.”
Tyria was startled.
Even though my gaze was directed to my fingertips, his words made me raise my head again.
He seemed to have softened. Nevertheless, he still had a stern face.
The feeling of his rough palm on the back of my hand gives me a different feeling.
This sense of distance, which I could embrace if I stretched out my arms, felt like it was suffocating me.
The fever rose.
The thought that this is not the reason is troubling in my mind.
“Ma’am, you need to take more care of yourself. “After observing you for a few days, I found that your body was really weak.”
Even though the long conversation continued, only one word hit my ear.
ma’am.
The words I used to use when I was with other people were being used now that we were alone.
Is it rude to give it meaning for no reason?
No, that’s not rude.
“It’s not like I’m lying down after suffering so much with my body. Please have a little faith in other people too. “There are many people in this mansion who can help you.”
Tyria became angry with Elric.
‘why… .’
Is that what you are saying?
Are you trying to confuse me by saying things like that?
Why do you keep creating expectations?
“Are you listening to me?”
Managing facial expressions was not easy.
The act of tilting your upper body to meet eye level touched the root of your deepest emotions.
Tyria barely nodded.
“… yes.”
“I’m glad you’re listening. So, as my head of the family, I will come to you.”
“Ahh!” Elric’s hand dug between Tyria’s fingers.
“You are prohibited from leaving this bed until you are completely healed. “I will personally monitor you, so don’t even dream about working.”
“Then the work… .”
“I will bring the documents here and process them.”
His attitude was resolute, as if he had no intention of backing down.
Honestly, I was anxious.
Even so, a joy that could not be hidden arose.
Having someone to lean on meant something to Tyria.
‘You haven’t changed. ‘This is it.’
Tyria put a little pressure on her lips.
-what? If you’re sick, you should tell me, you idiot! Come on! We’ll treat even your ugly face!
Even though he grunted, Tyria was able to feel relief and happiness because the warmth that comforted his wounds still resided in him.
“Answer me. “Can you promise to stay still?”
Tyria was embarrassed to show her expression, so she lowered her head and answered as if she had remembered that day.
“… yes.”
A desperate wind rose inside Tyria.
If the favor I feel now is an illusion, please don’t let me wake up until the day I die.
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It was only after Elric left her room that he trembled in shame.
‘They’re all so damn cheap!’
As usual, when I went to check on her condition, I got very emotional when I saw her suddenly waking up.
The worries and anger from the past were mixed together and I ended up making comments that didn’t fit the topic.
It was a shameless act that would make you shiver.
If you think about it, it’s natural that he was included in the reason she followed him to the snowy mountain, but wasn’t he just pouring out his emotions one-sidedly without even thinking about it?
Fortunately, Tyria didn’t seem to care much, but Elric had no way of knowing what she was thinking inside, so her embarrassment was growing even more.
It was that kind of moment.
“Master, where are you going?”
Rdio walked from the end of the hallway.
Elric quickly calmed his complexion and answered.
“… Oh, I’m going to the office to pick up some documents.”
“hmm? “Don’t you work there?”
“I’m planning to do it in the wife’s room. “I think if I leave it alone, it will try to work again.”
“I can’t bear to deny it.”
Rdio said with a chuckle.
“Go back to your mother. “I will prepare.”
“hmm? “Are you okay?”
“Wouldn’t it be better to use the temple rather than going back and forth on those uncomfortable legs? I heard that after visiting the snowy mountain once, the wound healed again… .”
Rdio made a disapproving expression.
Elric had nothing to say.
This is because it is true that unnecessary accidents have resulted in additional injuries.
In the end, it was a matter of bowing my head to achieve it.
“I guess I’ll be there.”
Elric stumbled like a defeated soldier and returned to Tyria’s bedroom.
Rdio said that the preparations were completed while he was awkwardly exchanging glances with Tyria, who was lying on the bed.
Rdio, accompanied by two maids, set up a small nightstand, a chair, and a stack of documents next to the bed.
That wasn’t the end. Warm tea was served for Tyria and coffee for Elric, and only when the scent of tea filled the room did Rdio leave, satisfied.
Only then did Elric sigh and slump his shoulders.
“Rdio is also very polarizing.”
“I think you are a good butler.”
After answering, Tyria moved her gaze towards the stack of documents.
Elric narrowed his eyes and blocked her gaze with his hand.
“Don’t even look at me.”
“… Are you sure you don’t mind?”
“I can do this much. Don’t you know that you are the teacher? “Do I look like someone who can’t even process documents?”
“… .”
Tyria was silent.
Elric thought for a moment about how to interpret this silence.
However, the more I thought about it, the more the conclusion flowed in a direction that was not beneficial to Elric.
In the end, Elric cleared his throat loudly and picked up the documents as if nothing had happened.
“Take a good look. Sometimes documents like this can be processed in an instant… .”
The moment he checked the title of the document, Elric’s pupils trembled as if there was an earthquake.
『Year-end settlement of the territory.』
From the beginning, a huge wall blocked Elric.
It was a number.
A terrible string of strings that is more frightening than facing an army of thousands.
The moment Elric saw it, he felt like he was going out of his mind.
It took my breath away, it felt like this number was jumping out of the paper and choking me.
Elric’s eyes turned to Tyria.
She asked, tilting her head.
“Can I help you?”
Words as sweet as the devil’s whispers.
Elric had to continue thinking for about three minutes before answering that he would do it alone.
“… “I will try it alone.”
Elric had very strong pride.
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