Chapter 27

Transformation magic is not a particularly difficult form of magic.

However, the perfection of a transformation spell is greatly influenced by the caster's keen observation and intuition.

While all wizards who have received magical education can use transformation magic, only highly skilled wizards can transform into a perfect human or animal form.

In that sense,

Roo was a genius.

"Words fail me. Such a perfect spell."

The housekeeper, amazed by his outstanding magical ability, couldn't take her hands off my face.

I glanced at the mirror next to me, my chin still held.

'Not bad.'

As the housekeeper said, the shell of Lord Weatherwood that was superimposed on my body was perfect.

Bright, distinctly noble blonde hair and blue eyes. Lively skin and a height that far exceeded the average. Slightly dimpled cheeks and neatly aligned teeth.

This level of detail is almost standard.

My well-manicured hands were clean and free of calluses, my shoulders and chest broad and balanced, and my relatively slim waist was strong.

Ears slightly smaller than average, fitting for a Weatherwood, with a generous yet affectionate gaze and a single, faint double eyelid.

It was, in every sense, a perfect blend of the male form I desired and the characteristics of Lord Weatherwood that the housekeeper wished for.

I pondered Roo once again today.

'What can't he do?'

The housekeeper's eyes, stepping back a bit, gradually became moist.

"Anyone would say it's magnificent. You would make a fine head of the Weatherwood family."

At least, you would be more fitting than an egg.

"Still, the core is a maid. A maid who has been demoted."

"Yes, I know. But Miss Daisy seems quite familiar with it. Usually, when the gender is reversed, it feels awkward in many ways."

"Well, I'm broad-minded. Not many men like me in the world, right?"

The housekeeper looked at me with a slightly strange expression and then gave an awkward smile.

"Still, don't be too broad-minded at the noble assembly. Oh! I'm so worried. Whether Miss Daisy can perform well, whether she will cause any problems, especially whether she will make any slip-ups..."

I patted the housekeeper's worry-filled shoulder and gave a reassuring smile.

The smile reflected in the mirror was quite impressive. Not as good as my brother's, but a face that would make a good first impression.

"Too much worry. Just give up. It's spilled milk. If there's a problem, Roo will clean it up as always."

Saying that, I pressed down on the slightly protruding fringe.

The hair of this body, despite not being particularly curly, kept falling onto my forehead, which was quite bothersome.

"Hmm."

While pushing the fringe back more carefully, I turned to the housekeeper.

"Wouldn't it be better if the hair was a bit shorter? I find long fringes annoying."

The housekeeper, who had been staring at me blankly, turned her gaze away and replied, "Really?"

I leaned in close to her and demanded.

"Or just pull them out. They're really getting in the way."

The housekeeper's eyes widened. She pushed me away with a face that was burning red.

"Th-that. Please keep some distance."

...Ah, look at that?

"Stop."

Thud.

I felt a light tap on the top of my head.

Turning around reflexively, I saw a face so beautiful it was blinding.

A flawless, porcelain-like face, large eyes, and a cute nose, and cherry-red lips... a woman who had brought a common description to life.

Every time her fan-like eyelashes fluttered, her dazed, golden eyes were revealed. Although Roo had transformed into a perfect woman from head to toe, only her eyes remained the same.

'Ugh.'

Knowing his true nature, just meeting his gaze made me feel like I was dealing with a shameless, tall man. In reality, that illusion was the real thing.

Morian Serenye.

The identity that Roo had personally assumed as Lady Weatherwood was the third daughter of the Serenye family, a noble family of the Northern Continental Alliance.

The expression on the housekeeper's face when she first heard the story was pure shock.

"A noble daughter of a country. How can you assume the identity of such a person? I won't take any risky paths for the sake of the family's honor. A common woman would be sufficient."

"This identity is fine, so don't worry, Housekeeper."

"How can it be fine? Miss Daisy! Do you think it's fine too?"

How did I react at the time?

Of course, I pretended not to hear and focused on the dishes. I didn't want to get caught in the crossfire.

In any case, the winner of the argument was Roo.

His final means of persuasion was simple. He swore an oath that he would never take any actions that would harm the Weatherwood family.

After that, he answered the housekeeper's repeated questions with oaths. In total, four more oaths were added to the inside of Roo's arm.

'That's why there were so many oath marks on his body.'

It seems he used oaths whenever he found persuasion tedious.

It was a typical way of thinking for him. And it was a possible approach given his status. In any case, Roo had the ability, even if not the trust.

Roo, who had been staring at my face intently, warned me.

"For a while, you're my woman. Don't go around flirting with other women and be well-behaved."

It was an absurd statement even in the early morning.

What is he talking about? I don't even know where to start.

"I'm your man, not your woman."

Correcting his mistake, Roo covered his mouth and smiled wickedly. It was a terribly charming smile.

"Feel it, darling. Don't you feel empty down there?"

"..."

"You're neither a woman nor a man right now. That means? You can flirt with both women and men. Be extra careful, got it?"

I was once again thrown into confusion by his confident words.

'No wonder I felt something was missing.'

Of course, I don't care which one it is.

Whether it's flirting with women or men, it feels unfair to hear such casual remarks.

"Why... No, why not just make me a normal man?"

Roo, smiling, clung to my arm and answered.

"Sure. But Morian couldn't help it. Don't you hate holding hands with a man?"

Ugh.

I feel uncomfortable. I don't feel good. I'm already regretting stepping out to attend the noble assembly.

To cause such discomfort with such a beautiful face. If turning someone's insides out is a skill, then it's a skill.

"Oh, where are you looking? I'm an animal, you know?"

I didn't want to answer. Joining in his game would only make him happy.

Instead, I gave the housekeeper a serious look.

"The noble assembly could be a great crisis for the Weatherwood family. Is it okay for such a woman to be Lady Weatherwood?"

Say it's not okay. Say you won't allow it unless she's a proper Lady Weatherwood.

But the housekeeper gave an unexpected answer.

"Strangely... you seem more natural as a man, Miss Daisy. It feels like you're a different person."

"That's not what I asked."

"If you can have a normal conversation like this, why did you act like a deficient person all this time?"

I responded with my usual trick of pretending not to hear.

Only then did the housekeeper drop her slightly awkward expression and return to her usual calm face, speaking with a serious tone.

"This might be an unnecessary worry..."

"What is it?"

"Miss Daisy, no infidelity. It gets complicated if there are illegitimate children."

"Ah. Are you also not in your right mind, like my wife?"

The housekeeper burst into hearty laughter for the first time in a long while.

"Ah, I'm just joking. Just joking. What complaints could I have about the two of you? I only hope you return safely without any major issues. Please take care of our Weatherwood family."

With the housekeeper's final words, we left the mansion.

In front of the door, two luxurious carriages were parked.

I don't know where he got such carriages. One of them was even a baggage carriage, filled with Morian's colorful clothes...

It was early morning, and fortunately, there were few people on the road.

I stood in front of the carriage door and extended my hand to Roo.

"Shall we go, my lady?"

"My lady? Call me my beloved Morian. We are the hottest newlyweds in the world."

Roo approached with a smile and took my hand.

A red wedding ring stood out between his white fingers. Roo's was a simple fake wedding ring, but mine was a bit special.

It was a magical tool that would immediately undo the transformation spell and return me to my original form if broken.

I hope I never have to use this function.

"It's going to be a very enjoyable trip, isn't it, darling?"

In her sweet smile, a clear warning was evident.

During the week of the noble assembly,

You will definitely suffer a lot.