“Mel!! You shouldn’t open the door suddenly like that!?”
 
Surprised by the suddenly opened door, Reiner and Nunnally freeze in their sweet, intimate posture. Reed, seeing the two, realizes what they were about to do and puts on an apologetic, embarrassed expression. However, Meldy, oblivious to all this, looks at the two quizzically and asks about the scene she sees before her.
 
“Daddy, Mommy, Were you two about to kiss?”
 
Reiner was surprised by Meldy’s question and inadvertently coughed. As he was wondering how to answer, he remembered the picture book she was holding and her … Read the rest

Newly written Side Story: Nunnally’s Concerns
 

One day, Reiner and Reed visited Nunnally’s room. Reiner asked the maid stationed in the room to leave, and she bowed before exiting. Then, Reiner turned to Nunnally with a respectful yet gentle gaze.
 
“Nunnally, how are you feeling? Are you experiencing any additional discomfort?”
 
“No, I’m doing much better thanks to the medicine you’ve provided. This medicine is truly remarkable.”
 
Nunnally answered the two while taking the magic restoration potion from the bedside chest, gazing at it with deep appreciation.
 
Reiner’s wife, Nunnally Baldia, suffers from [Magic Depletion … Read the rest

Aiming for the Ultimate Mansion Construction
 

After bathing in the hot springs and tidying myself up, I’m visiting Farah’s room accompanied by my guard, Diana.
 
“This is Reed Baldia. May I request an audience with Princess Farah Renalute?”
 
“Certainly, sir. I’ll confirm right away. Please wait a moment.”
 
When I speak to the soldier guarding the room, he bows and goes to inform her of my arrival. Shortly after, the soldier returns.
 
“Thank you for waiting. I’ll guide you in.”
 
“Thank you.”
 
I take a deep breath while moving to the room where … Read the rest

 
“I see. That’s a relief. Reed was determined to do his utmost to make the princess happy if they were to marry. I had hoped Princess Farah would have some affection for Reed, but I suppose that was just parental meddling. Please keep this a secret from Reed.”
 
“Y-Yes…”
 
Farah replied and lowered her head. Her face seemed to turn bright red upon learning what he had said. Then, she began to shed tears of joy.
 
Neither her parents nor anyone else had ever truly seen her. She had always thought that even her marriage partner would only see her … Read the rest

Farah-Renalute
 

 
As Father leaves the room, I ask Diana to prepare the bath. While waiting, I call upon Memory.
 
“Hey, Reed. You must be tired.”
 
“Yeah, I’m really exhausted this time.”
 
Memory greets me cheerfully but with gentle concern. I thank him and state my reason for calling.
 
“Did you find out how to make soap or any substitutes?”
 
“In nature, you can use ‘soapnuts’. The fruit’s shell creates a lather that works like soap. Also, you can make soap with ‘oil, water, and lye’.”
 
Soapnuts? I’ve never heard of them. I … Read the rest

Reiner’s Aftermath

After confirming that his son had woken up and was in good condition, Reiner returned to his own room prepared on the second floor of the guest house. Sitting in the chair at the desk, he had a thoughtful look on his face with his hands clasped. He was furrowing his brow, thinking about what to discuss and how with his upcoming visitor, while simultaneously recalling the conversation he had with Zack upon arriving in Renalute.

“Now then, let’s get to the main point.”

“Hmm.”

Reiner nodded at Zack’s words. Reiner had explained to the Imperial Capital that … Read the rest

Reed’s Awakening
 

“…Where am I?”
 
As I opened my eyes, an unfamiliar ceiling came into view. It seems this isn’t my house. I got up from the bed and looked around. The furniture was all unfamiliar. Then, I muttered to myself.
 
“…Come to think of it, I feel like this has happened before.”
 
As I sat up in bed and tilted my head, there was a knock on the door. However, before I could answer, the door opened and a maid entered. It was Diana. When she saw me, she covered her mouth with both hands, … Read the rest

Salt
 

“…Why? Why has it come to this…”
 
Norris covers his face, stained with despair, as he slumps in his chair, muttering to himself.
 
At the magic demonstration, Norris angered that person. But that was an act of touching a forbidden reverse scale, stepping on a tiger’s tail. He never imagined that person would be such a powerful magic user.
 
To begin with, the one who had instructed him to anger that person, promising to help, ultimately did nothing. And now, on Elias’s orders, he was captured by soldiers and confined to a detention room in … Read the rest

 
I’m at a loss for words at his statement. Not me or Father, but my family. Is he threatening to target Mel or Mother? Satisfied with my bewilderment, Noris continues.
 
“Fufu, it seems you understand. I hear you’re very fond of your sister and your frail mother. And that you’re close with the people at your mansion. With just one word from me, that peace can be shattered in an instant. Do you understand now?”
 
“…I understand.”
 
I nod as if trying to convince myself. I get it. Noris, you are indeed my enemy. You’re someone … Read the rest

The Fury of Reed
 

After the match with Asna, I move to where my father is. The guards, Reubens and Diana, praise me, saying, “It was an excellent match.” Their words make me smile involuntarily. Father maintains his usual stern expression, but he speaks to me gently.
 
“You did well to keep up with that swordsman. As expected of my son.”
 
“Thank you very much.”
 
After speaking, Father places his hand on my head and ruffles my hair. I feel a bit embarrassed, but I’m very happy.
 
Afterward, during a short break, I pop a few of the mana … Read the rest