Chapter 85

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"You really did it, didn't you! I never thought you'd have the nerve to kidnap Dorothy-sama in broad daylight. I've got a new respect for you, Christoph!"

"Those two girls who were bathed in magic were pitiful, but after Christoph took Dorothy-sama away, Carla and I made sure to take care of them, so you can rest assured."

"They should have been left alone. It's their own fault for interfering with someone's love life. Oh, it's divine punishment from the real gods!"

Carla is good at talking, but I had a tough time after that. I was called in by Mr. Bloom, my homeroom teacher, for releasing a massive amount of magic on campus and was thoroughly scolded. Then, I was looked at with curiosity by the students, and Clara and Lady Krishnas interrogated me, demanding every detail. I experienced my first taste of embarrassment in this world.

What?

You want to know how Dorothy-sama responded?

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...You want to hear it?

Dorothy-sama replied, "I have grown a bit, you know." At first, I didn't understand what she meant, but when I saw her place her hand on her chest, I realized with a start. So, I hurriedly denied it, saying, "It's not because I've grown!" She found it funny and laughed out loud, helped me stand up from my kneeling position, and gave me her answer.

"I also admire you."

I jumped for joy.

The words were different, but I danced.

I took Dorothy-sama's hands, and we danced together.

Until the shopkeeper got angry, that is.

"By the way, is it okay for us to work at the Brute Trading Company? Father is being so noisy about it, and I want to tell him."

You changed the topic completely.

As expected, you always do things your way, Carla.

"I've already said I'll serve Christoph, and that's fine, right?"

Pieron, you're quick.

I understand you have to report to your parents about graduation, but... where did you find the time?

Did you go home to report after saying you were going to prepare for the dungeon after the library?

"Right, the Brute Trading Company offers more freedom, but the Brutezelser Margraviate might be better. In any case, I was planning to return to the mansion today to discuss graduation and other matters with Father, and I'll consult with everyone too."

"Ah, I prefer the Brute Trading Company. Working for the Brutezelser Margraviate would be prestigious, but it seems too formal."

"Right. For a free citizen like me, serving the noble Brutezelser Margraviate is a bit daunting."

"Your skills would quickly stand out in the Brutezelser Margraviate's magic corps, but I've already decided to have Carla and the others work for them."

"What will we be doing?"

"That's a surprise."

"Ugh..."

So, we return to the beginning of the previous chapter.

I returned to the mansion to discuss my future and the four of us, as well as Dorothy-sama, with Father.

I confronted him about trying to get us to graduate from the Royal Magic Academy, but then a nuclear bomb was dropped.

Yes, Father mentioned the talk about Dorothy-sama's marriage.

"Hey, Christoph, are you okay?!"

"Haa, haa, haa, haa, haa, haa, haa, haa... Father?"

"Pull yourself together! Here, drink some water slowly."

It seems I almost fainted from the shock.

After drinking the water Father gave me and catching my breath, I sat back on the sofa where I had been lying.

"Sorry, I caused a commotion."

"Are you okay? I was worried you might fall ill again..."

I cut off Father's last words.

"I, a god, will not fall ill."

"...That's a relief."

"More importantly, what did Dorothy-sama say?"

"Hmm? Oh, you mean the wedding between Dorothy-sama and Christoph?"

Stop!

Why is the conversation going this way?

We only confirmed our feelings yesterday!

"About... when did the talk of my wedding with Dorothy-sama start...?"

"Oh... Ah, you didn't hear from Cecilia?"

Stop!

Mother knew about the talk of my marriage to Dorothy-sama?

Nobles are scary to discuss such matters without the parties involved.

"I see, you didn't know. It was almost four years ago... Dorothy-sama came to Brunhild to visit Christoph, even though he was bedridden. At that time, she asked me and Cecilia for our consent to the engagement."

What?

So, this happened when I lost my memory?

"But at that time, Christoph was already given up on by the doctors, so the king and I advised Dorothy-sama to wait until Christoph came of age."

And then I recovered and became a god...

Wait, hold on.

"I'm only 13. I haven't come of age yet, right?"

"The king... suggested that we at least announce the engagement immediately... Christoph's provision of military supplies raised the king's evaluation. The Brute Trading Company's wealth, Christoph's academic performance at the Royal Magic Academy, and the Silk Spider all piqued the king's interest."

Ha ha ha, it's my fault!

But if that's the case, there shouldn't be a problem with Dorothy-sama and me being together!

It's like a windfall.

Or, is this the effect of turning a misfortune into a blessing?!

"I understand about Dorothy-sama. What about the future plans?"

"Right. Upon learning of Christoph's graduation, the king will likely elevate him to a viscount. It's scheduled right after graduation. The engagement to Dorothy-sama will be announced simultaneously with the elevation, and the wedding will take place when Dorothy-sama comes of age."

So, I'll become a viscount.

But isn't a viscount too low a rank to marry a princess?

And the king was involved too.

"By the time of the wedding, Christoph is expected to be elevated to a baron for his success in developing Brute Island."

Indeed, a baron would be appropriate for a princess, but this is a premature decision.

The king and Father are assuming I will achieve success.

What if I don't?

"Even if the development of Brute Island doesn't progress, the elevation will still happen."

Is that so.

"I understand. Next, regarding the four who skipped grades and graduated, I've decided to have them work under me. Is it acceptable for them to serve the Brutezelser Viscount's family?"

"Those four can be your direct vassals and be employed by the viscount's family. They will eventually support the baron's family. As for Christoph, he will not be a branch of the Brutezelser family but will establish a new family. Reviving a defunct noble family is also an option, but a branch would be bad for the reputation when marrying a princess."

A new family...

Personally, I'm fine with the Brutezelser name.

I've grown quite fond of the Brutezelser family, even though it's only been about two years.

"The name of the new family will be granted by the king. If you have any preferences, I can convey them to him."

After that, Father and I discussed and confirmed the future plans.

Of course, after the discussion, Father was taken to a private room by Mother and scolded, and a few hours later, Mother had a radiant complexion. Let's pretend we didn't see that.

Maybe there will be a new brother or sister?