## Chapter 8. The Young Lady Who Still Finds Love Difficult (1)
Hmm… What is it?
For some reason, my body feels so heavy.
I distinctly remember falling asleep quickly after lying down with the Young Lady last night because I was so tired. Could it be that I’ve been hexed?
But this oppressive weight enveloping my entire body feels like something heavy has been placed on me…
“Hohoho~ Young Master~”
…Huh? Was that my imagination?
It sounded like Cecilia’s seductive voice.
Pfft. Impossible. Shy and timid Cecilia wouldn’t dare to…
“Have you awoken, Young Master~?”
Wha-!
When I opened my eyes abruptly, an unbelievable scene unfolded before me.
“No matter how tired you were last night, leaving your own lover alone and sleeping until noon is quite cruel~ I might be upset with you~”
It was white jade.
Right in front of me was white jade.
Cecilia, revealing her dazzlingly white skin, was sitting atop me in her underwear, grinding her body against mine.
For some reason, she feels like she’s grown since yesterday…
Her height and chest have developed, her hair is longer, and her cheeks seem slimmer.
The usual shadow over her face has considerably diminished, giving off an aura of a mature adult woman.
“Se… Cecilia? What is going on here-”
“Ah! My apologies! I was too hasty in the morning when you were still half-asleep~ Let me help you wake up~”
Then, with eyes that gleamed like a snake targeting its prey, she approached my face.
As her plump lips, licking her own, approached mine-
“Huuuuek!!”
…What was that? Was it a dream?
Looking around, it was my room, exactly as it was yesterday.
Cecilia, sitting beside me, had an inexplicably red face even though she had risen earlier.
Was it because it was a bit hot last night?
“Ah… I apologize. I had a nightmare.”
“Ah… No, I think it’s my fault… You had the nightmare because I was here beside you… It’s my fault.”
Ah… This girl is always putting herself down without reason.
I must correct this personality trait of hers soon. She needs to realize how charming and wonderful she truly is.
“You shouldn’t say such things. In fact, I was able to sleep peacefully because you were beside me. The nightmare, well… It’s probably because I was unnecessarily tense, so please don’t worry about it.”
“Th… That being the case…”
Seeing the Young Lady smile faintly like that brings peace to my heart.
I didn’t know that the smile of a beautiful girl had such a comforting effect.
“Beautiful girl… How could I…”
“Um… Young Lady. Though you’re still a bit tired, could you perhaps excuse yourself for a moment?”
“Huh? Yes, it’s fine…”
“Thank you. As I’m still half-asleep, I’ll remain here for a moment then head out. Also, Young Lady, wouldn’t it be embarrassing for your fiancé to see your face right after waking up for too long?”
Her excuse, but the reality is different.
In truth, although my lower half is hidden under the blanket, it’s in a rather dangerous state to be exposed.
Right after seeing Cecilia in her underwear, enticing me like an adult, my little one… is extremely excited.
I can’t possibly go out with her like this.
“Ah…”
The Young Lady blushes again.
Could she have noticed? I’ve made sure it’s not visible from outside by secretly covering it thickly…
“Th… Then I’ll go out first. The preparations in my room should be ready by now, so I’ll move over there.”
And Cecilia rushes out.
Though still a child, the situation of a man and woman sleeping in the same room and waking up must have been quite embarrassing for her.
It must’ve been a tremendous shock for the shy her, after all.
Even though our bodies didn’t touch, a sort of heart-pounding atmosphere simply from being in the same space must’ve been present.
Still, judging from her attitude that refuses to despise or avoid me despite waking up, our relationship seems to have had a good start.
If her attitude towards me is favorable, it will make implementing her plan for a happy future all the better.
“Yaaaawn~”
I’ve left the Young Lady’s grooming to her attendant, Bell, and now it’s my turn to start my morning.
—
Hello, this is Bell!
Right now, I’m helping the Young Lady with her morning wash and grooming after leaving the Young Master’s chamber!
When I heard that the mistress had insisted on proceeding with the marriage, I was worried, but fortunately, looking at the Young Lady’s expression, it seems no inappropriate things occurred during the night.
…If the Young Master had succumbed to his desires and acted inappropriately toward the Young Lady, I did intend to secretly punish him.
Crying young maidens equal death penalty. That much is obvious.
“Ah, my goodness, Young Lady! Your face looks so much brighter today, didn’t you have a pleasant night~?”
“Huhuh! No… that’s not it… Please don’t tease me…”
Ah… The pouting Young Lady is so cute.
I so wanted to pinch her soft cheeks, but I restrained myself, not wanting to lose my well-earned vacation and information network ☆
“Anyway, it’s good to hear that you rested well. I was worried when I heard about the sudden wedding.”
“Thank you for your concern… But really, nothing happened. The Young Master just lay down and fell asleep right away.”
Unexpected. In the past, the Young Master would have likely harassed the Young Lady or done something inappropriate.
Now that I think about it, since the engagement with the Young Lady was confirmed, the Young Master’s attitude seems to have changed a bit.
Whereas before he was like an unruly calf, now he feels like a dignified stallion.
He’s completely stopped sexually harassing the maids, doesn’t visit those disreputable companions anymore, and he seems to have undergone a complete transformation as a person.
Indeed… Does love really change a person?
I recall the Earl and Countess were delighted, believing that the Young Master had finally matured.
The other servants are also very pleased that Lady Cecilia, who has transformed the Young Master, will be living in our mansion.
To become the personal maid of such an angelic person… hohoho, what a happy life it is.
Ah… The scent of a beautiful young woman.
“Be… Bell, please.”
“Milady, please don’t use formal speech with me. I am merely your maid, unworthy to receive such formal address.”
“Oooh… I’m sorry. I’m not used to it yet… I’ll try harder.”
“Of course you will succeed, milady. Now, what can I do for you?”
“Uh… If a man dreams about a woman in his dreams… What do you think that means?”
—
Ping!
My spidey-sense is tingling! My instincts are on point!
This is definitely about the Young Master and the Young Lady!
Judging from the situation, it seems the Young Master dreamt about the Young Lady during their marriage night.
Though I don’t know the details, the mere fact that he dreamt of her means he’s already fallen for her!
As the Young Lady furtively confided her secret to me while fidgeting with her fingers, I hastily wiped the nosebleed streaming down and responded very seriously.
“It means he likes her. A lot.”
“Is… Is that so?!”
“Of course! Think about it, milady! To dream about someone means you’ve been thinking about them all day, doesn’t it? There are only two reasons to think about someone all day long. Revenge, or love. Is that person your enemy?”
“Eh… No.”
“Then it’s love! Only love! I don’t know who this person is (laughs), but they seem to be completely infatuated with you, thinking about you all day, to the point of seeing you in their dreams.”
“I… I didn’t say it was about me!”
“Hohoho~ Must’ve been my misunderstanding~ My apologies.”
“Urgh… Bell, that’s too much…”
Though I want to comfort and hug the pouting Young Lady, we’re not that close yet, so I’ll abstain for now.
Still, it’s excellent news that the Young Master has fallen for the Young Lady.
Now that we’ve confirmed their mutual feelings, we should all pitch in and support them as the staff.
I’ll inform the mansion staff of this fact soon and lay the groundwork for everyone to actively support their relationship.
“Ah! Speaking of which, I’ve heard some methods to attract men…”
“!”
The Young Lady’s head snapped in my direction as if she were a cat spotting a toy.
Concerned for her neck’s health, but with eyes gleaming with enthusiasm, I smiled mischievously and taught her some of my seduction techniques.
It was amusing to see her face flush red at various points, but her earnest listening made her look incredibly charming.
Though I’ve been single forever, these are genuine techniques I’ve picked up from friends, so they will surely produce good results!
