It’s Been 500 Years as an Extra, and the Original Story Still Hasn’t Begun - Chapter 114

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500 Years as Just an Extra,

 

The Original Story Still Won’t Begin

 

Episode 114

 

At that time, Baron Baton had installed various magic tools throughout the manor to destroy the barrier, in addition to the eavesdropping magic tool. Though the locations differed, most were found in the positions Elenora had just mentioned.

 

‘No, if it’s a coincidence, that would be strange in its own way.’

 

An ordinary child might crawl under the bed, but wouldn’t lift up the sheets to look. The same goes for the inside of drawers or under flower pot stands.

 

Moreover, frames aside, flipping over carpets isn’t something a child can do carelessly. They were so large and thick that male servants had to step in to barely move them.

 

“You caused such a commotion that Hilda was worried. Getting your clothes dirty and potentially getting hurt if something went wrong.”

 

“Aww, but Elly already reflected on everything!”

 

“Alright. This time, let’s make sure to do it together with Teacher, okay?”

 

“Really?”

 

“For that to happen, you need to study hard in the morning, right? Review the magic you learned yesterday and practice at the training ground.”

 

“Then we’ll go to the castle in the afternoon?”

 

“If Grandmother gives permission.”

 

“Yay! I’ll work really hard!”

 

Elenora giggled as she opened her notebook. She looked absolutely delighted at the thought of going to play at the castle after such a long time.

 

Ailesia watched that sight quietly with somewhat complicated feelings.

 

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“As long as you return before dinner, it’s fine, Teacher. I’ll contact the Head Butler in advance as well.”

 

Iolene, who heard the story during lunch, readily gave permission for her granddaughter’s outing. Since they could contact the Grand Duke’s Castle through the communication device anyway, there would be no problem even if something urgent came up.

 

“Are only Elly and Teacher going?”

 

“Hilda and Rebecca are coming along too.”

 

“That’s good. I happen to have some documents that need to be delivered, so I’ll have Hilda take them.”

 

After finishing the meal, they moved to the office at the Grand Duke’s Castle. The Head Butler, who had been waiting in advance, greeted Ailesia and Elenora with a respectful attitude.

 

Perhaps because they had already traveled between the town house and castle several times, the other servants didn’t seem particularly surprised to see Ailesia suddenly appear.

 

“Let’s go to the annex first!”

 

“Grand Duchess, you’ll fall if you run like that!”

 

As soon as they left the main building, Rebecca hurriedly followed behind Elenora, who was running energetically.

 

A knight in uniform with a longsword at her waist chasing after a six-year-old child. The servants nearby secretly burst into laughter at the unusual sight.

 

“Why is she so excited?”

 

“She seems to like it here more than the Imperial Capital. No matter how spacious the manor is, it’s hard to compare with the castle.”

 

For Elenora, who had a somewhat tomboyish nature, the atmosphere of the town house might feel stifling.

 

Even though the garden and forest included in the manor grounds were quite spacious, they couldn’t compare to the open expanse of the Grand Duke’s Castle.

 

“She’s just overflowing with energy.”

 

“Don’t even get me started. The Grand Duchess only behaves properly in front of Teacher.”

 

“…Really? To that extent?”

 

“Honestly, it’s exhausting trying to keep up with her. It’s fortunate that Rebecca is here, because if I were alone, I would have collapsed several times a day.”

 

“R-really?”

 

I had no idea Hilda was dealing with such troubles.

 

I felt a bit sorry for recommending her as a maid, but what could I do? Hilda was the only person I could trust and rely on.

 

“Kyaak!”

 

“Huh?”

 

Hilda, who had been busy complaining, suddenly let out a scream. Ailesia, who was walking alongside her, also opened her mouth slightly in surprise.

 

Up ahead, just as Elenora was about to fall while running, Rebecca swiftly caught her by the waist.

 

“Pfft.”

 

Unlike Ailesia, who burst into laughter without realizing it, Hilda, who was startled, immediately let out a sharp voice.

 

“Grand Duchess!”

 

My goodness, this wasn’t her first or second time doing this, was it?

 

The sound that came from deep in her belly resonated loudly, perfectly representing Hilda’s childcare stress.

 

“Waah! Elly is flying through the sky!”

 

“Haah…”

 

Rebecca was holding Elenora firmly against her side and letting out a deep sigh. Even while dangling there, Elenora just covered her head with her hands and giggled adorably.

 

“You’ll get hurt doing that!”

 

“But Rebecca unnie is right here?”

 

“Even if I’m here, what’s not allowed is not allowed, Grand Duchess…”

 

Rebecca was already wearing a weak smile as if she had completely burned out.

 

She didn’t dare put Elenora down on the floor and kept holding her at her side, but the child seemed to be enjoying even that.

 

“Do you like it that much?”

 

“Yes!”

 

“But you can’t run. If you keep running around like that, we’ll stop the treasure hunt and go back to the manor.”

 

“Eeek!”

 

“What’s not allowed is not allowed, just like Rebecca unnie said.”

 

“Hiiing.”

 

Hearing the deliberately stern voice, Elenora pouted her lips and made a tearful expression.

 

Well, telling a child who came out to play to just endure everything would be too harsh.

 

“Instead, let’s ask Rebecca unnie to give you a piggyback ride.”

 

“Waah!”

 

“I have no choice.”

 

Rebecca lifted Elenora up with practiced movements and sat her on her shoulders.

 

Seeing this, Hilda couldn’t hide her disapproving expression, but Ailesia chuckled and patted her shoulder.

 

“This is actually safer.”

 

“She almost fell backward once before.”

 

“…It’ll be fine if I’m next to her.”

 

What on earth had Elenora been doing while I was away? At this point, I could fully understand why Hilda was so exasperated.

 

Fortunately, Elenora behaved well while enjoying the view of the Grand Duke’s Castle from Rebecca’s shoulders. Since the naturally tall Rebecca was walking with determined strides, the speed seemed similar to when Elenora ran around herself.

 

“This is the library of the Grand Duke’s Castle.”

 

“Oh.”

 

“Wow!”

 

Ailesia and Elenora, who had just entered the library for the first time, simultaneously let out gasps of admiration.

 

The interior, created by opening up a space spanning three floors, was truly filled with books. There were stairs leading up in the center and on both sides, and tables and sofas were prepared on the balconies installed on each floor for reading.

 

‘What an interesting space.’

 

As Ailesia glanced around the dome-shaped ceiling, someone’s polite voice could be heard.

 

“Welcome. I greet the Grand Duchess.”

 

At the central desk, three librarians in neat attire were waiting. There were two women and one man, and the woman in the middle introduced them as their representative.

 

“I am Bella, a First-Class Maid in charge of the library. This is Lina, a Second-Class Maid who serves as assistant librarian, and Russ, a Second-Class Attendant.”

 

Bella wore a sophisticated two-piece formal suit instead of a regular maid outfit, and had a red ribbon on her chest like the Head Maid. Seeing this, a glint of interest appeared in Ailesia’s eyes.

 

“Nice to meet you. I’m Ailesia Milenov.”

 

“It’s an honor to meet you in person, Teacher.”

 

“Honor is too much.”

 

“If there are any books you’re looking for, I’ll find them for you right away. Please feel free to look around and let us know.”

 

Her manner of speech and bearing were clearly different from ordinary maids. Would Hilda have this kind of atmosphere when she gets older?

 

As if sensing Ailesia’s curiosity, Hilda smiled and added,

 

“Bella is my senior who studied with me.”

 

“Studied together? Then under the Head Maid?”

 

“Yes.”

 

Ah, so she’s part of Lady Herman’s direct line.

 

Seeing how Hilda respectfully called her senior, Bella also seemed to be a future maid candidate.

 

“Do many people come to the library?”

 

“During the day we only accept reservations, about ten people per day on average. Free browsing hours are from 6 PM to 9 PM, but the four of you here can use it regardless of time.”

 

“What about after 9 PM?”

 

“If you let us know in advance, it’s possible anytime. His Highness the Grand Duke has given permission.”

 

So if she was determined, she could stay up all night? Of course, that would mean the librarians would have to work overtime, but anyway, she liked that there were no restrictions on usage.

 

‘When did Termion arrange all this again?’

 

It seemed he had already given instructions when she mentioned accessing records before. He’s really thoughtful.

 

“There’s no one else here right now besides us, right?”

 

“Yes. It’s been announced in advance that no one else can use it before 6 PM today.”

 

“Good. Now, Elly. Want to make a bet with Teacher?”

 

“A bet?”

 

“Find a book that you think Teacher has absolutely never read or would find very interesting. If Teacher likes it, I’ll call Whitey and Blanky to the manor tomorrow.”

 

“Wow!”

 

Elenora jumped up on the spot and ran toward the bookshelves before anyone could stop her. She already looked like she was playing with the wolves in her mind.

 

“Rebecca, you’ve worked hard, so rest a bit. Hilda, help Elly.”

 

“What about you, Teacher?”

 

“Me?”

 

The books on the first floor were mostly ordinary liberal arts books and novels. The second floor was packed with specialized academic books, so what remained was the third floor.

 

“I’m interested in old books.”

 

Ailesia lightly kicked off the ground and her body floated up into the air, heading toward the third floor.

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