The Grand Duke's Maid Writes a Consultation Log Today - Chapter 27

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The Maid of the Grand Ducal House Writes a Consultation Journal Today Chapter 027
Elysia’s gaze locked onto the name ‘Yulias’.
Having affection meant that she trusted him, didn’t it?
『Joshua: 6/10』
『Elysia: 3/10』
『???』
『???』
The maximum affection rating must be 10.
She was able to grasp a rough standard.
Now, the only remaining name left was Yulias.
『Yulias May Demint: 1/10』
“……I suppose that’s a relief.”
If even a number hadn’t been displayed, his name wouldn’t have appeared either.
This was far more important than the two names whose identities were still unknown.
“If it reaches the same value as Joshua’s, won’t communication be possible?”
If so, they would be able to advance the relationship between the two of them, even if only a little.
Elysia groaned as she agonized over it.
This object was merely something to be utilized when necessary; ultimately, what mattered was her own judgment and actions.
“……Let’s not rely on tools when it comes to relationships with people.”
Elysia closed the laptop and put it back where it belonged.
When she returned to the bed, she saw that the blanket was disheveled, perhaps because he had tossed and turned in the meantime.
Lying down next to Joshua, Elysia stroked his head and covered him with the blanket again.
Why did a corner of her heart patter even in such an excessively hectic daily life?
She closed her eyes while hugging Joshua, who dug into her arms like someone talking in their sleep.

* * *
A few days later.
Contrary to her anxieties, no one visited from the Imperial Court after that.
Preparations seemed to be continuing, but Elysia still had to stay by Sheila’s side.
[Are there many people in the garden?]
“I understand it’s in the middle of preparation……. Shall I go see if they’re still there now?”
There was also the fact that communication with Sheila had become smoother unlike before.
If there was some business or other words to convey, she shared a written communication with Elysia.
Though it wasn’t a stage where direct communication was possible yet.
It was definitely a good sign.
When she informed her after checking that there were no people, Sheila made an unexpected proposal.
[I want the three of us to go to the garden.]
“Of course!”
She had heard that Sheila was reluctant to go out to the garden.
Elysia was happy at Sheila’s words that she wanted to visit the garden together.
Thinking that she might have opened Sheila’s heart, even if only a little.
She harbored expectations.
When breakfast was finished, she was able to look around the garden together with Sheila and Joshua.
Observing the atmosphere, she proferred the notebook she had packed, but she was rejected before she could even bring up Yulias’s name.
[We have paper, so what’s the use.]
“I prepared it to be ready for necessary moments.”
[You keep it. Along with the pen.]
Sheila casually cast the paper aside after writing on the front and back.
And she didn’t ask anything even though Elysia picked it up and packed it away unobtrusively.
Naturally carrying the notebook and pen, it was around the time a habit formed of packing away the paper Sheila finished using.
Afterward, Elysia sought out Yulias’s office once again.
Because she had heard through the Head Maid Greta to go straight to the office once lunch was finished.
Even upon reaching the office, her mood wasn’t bad.
Opening the office while holding the papers that had accumulated to some extent, she saw Yulias looking out the window.
“Grand Duke, I happen to have something to report.”
“I called you because I also have something to tell you.”
Elysia placed the paper she brought on top of the desk.
Yulias checked and flipped through them one by one, perhaps recognizing the handwriting.
[Do you like flowers?]
[What about the lake?]
[What’s your favorite thing?]
[Isn’t it boring to only look at books?]
[You are truly unique.]
[Joshua said he likes books like you, too.]
The continuously ensuing questions and responses were entirely directed toward Elysia.
“I can certainly see that she trusts you.”
Even from his calm expression and voice, she could tell that he was satisfied.
Yulias folded the paper neatly and put it in the desk drawer.
Elysia wore a proud smile.
“Your Grace, if you call me when you have time, let us practice together.”
“Before that.”
“Yes?”
Yulias’s gaze directed out the window again.
What was visible to his eyes were the figures of people diligently decorating the garden again after lunch.
He picked up and proffered a letter that had been checked in advance on one side of the desk.
It was before Elysia could even unfold it after receiving it immediately.
“A reply came that they will visit exactly one week from now.”
What was written in the letter was content thanking him for giving a reply despite the sudden request for a visit, along with content that they would visit exactly one week from the day the letter arrived.
Her elated mood began to sink slowly.
He had said refusal wasn’t allowed, but as expected.
Since the other side didn’t bend their intention to visit by all means either, there was no way to back down further from here.
Elysia’s gaze, unable to hide her anxiety, directed toward him.
Yulias slowly closed and opened his eyes as he spoke.
“Go and convey it to the Lady. That the Princess is scheduled to visit a week from now.”
“…….”
Elysia bowed her head in a silent greeting.
It meant she would go to Sheila.
When she left the office without a word, Yulias, left alone, let out a long sigh.
The people visible outside the window without exception possessed an elated atmosphere.
As if they were even preparing for a festival.
In comparison, Elysia, who had seen the letter directly and even heard it from Yulias, was beyond gloomy and on the verge of tears.
“The person who wore such an expression out of concern for that child……. must be the only one in this residence.”
Yulias muttered quietly.

* * *
Despite it being the anticipated result, she couldn’t help the uncomfortable emotions.
How should she convey it?
Elysia moved her steps while unable to erase her complicated state of mind.
It was while she was returning to Sheila’s room.
A noise drifted over from the direction of the 1st-floor central lobby.
As Elysia’s gaze directed downward, people were moving busily, every single one of them.
It was a hurried yet orderly movement, as if something big had occurred.
Did something happen?
While Elysia was harboring doubts, one of the attendants shouted.
“Report quickly to the Grand Duke and the aide that the Imperial Court carriage has arrived!”
……What?
For a moment, she doubted her ears, wondering if she had misheard.
However, someone dashed up the stairs hurriedly and ran past Elysia.
Staring at that retreating figure, she denied reality.
There’s no way.
Clearly, a reply came saying they would visit a week from now.
Elysia shifted her steps that had been heading toward Sheila’s room and went down the stairs.
Seeing the appearance of everyone rushing outside, it was definitely an unexpected situation.
As she followed out while mingling with the crowd, she saw a carriage parked beyond the main gate.
The attendants lined up on both sides adjusted their clothes hurriedly and straightened their posture.
Elysia, who ended up standing at the very inside, also couldn’t hide her signs of nervousness.
Just what in the world happened?
Whether they received the report in that short interval, Yulias and Hilmaiten appeared in the central lobby.
Elysia scrutinized Yulias’s expression.
He had a dumbfounded expression, as if he had taken a blow.
“……We’ve been caught.”
Hearing his muttering, Elysia held her breath.
The people who alighted from the carriage were walking toward the main entrance.
Accompanied by a maid and a man, the one standing at the very front was a girl who looked around Sheila’s age.
Even without asking who it was, one could tell she was the Princess.
A natural dignity could be felt from her figure walking slowly.
Gloss flowed through her blonde hair that sparkled upon receiving the sunlight, and the dress she was decked out in was the most luxurious among those seen until now.
Passing the attendants lined up on both sides and reaching before Yulias, she wore a smile.
“It’s been a long time. Grand Duke Yulias Demint.”
“……I greet Her Imperial Highness Princess Aresina Askilla, the third star of the Empire.”
Yulias greeted her while maintaining etiquette.
As Aresina, who was much smaller, extended the back of her hand, he willingly knelt on one knee, kissed it lightly, and pulled away.
“According to the reply, I understood that you would visit a week from now.”
As Yulias brought up the main point straight away, Aresina withdrew her hand and laughed.
“Of course I did. I said that visiting together with the other alumni would be a week from now, so was my reply incorrect?”
Hearing those words, Elysia realized.
Visiting together with her classmates was a week from now.
Regarding her visiting alone, there was no mention whatsoever.
“……No. It seems there was some misunderstanding.”
“Then it’s a relief. I wondered if I should have refrained from even a personal visit. Of course, I did want to come a bit earlier, but……. As you know, a position like mine isn’t one where I can move immediately just because I feel like it. I ask for your generous understanding.”
While maintaining a bright smile, Aresina moved her gaze slowly.
As if she were looking for someone.
“The Grand Duke came out to greet me like this, but Princess Sheila is nowhere to be seen.”
Elysia, who was standing while keeping her place, flinched her hand.

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