Chapter 83

In the Squier noble family, it is not tolerated to miss a meal without reason.

However, Terese had not eaten with her family since she was young.

Because Terese was always someone who made others angry and uncomfortable, Raoul preferred to let her eat alone.

Thanks to my delinquent setting, I could act independently with a clear conscience, but I couldn't do so today.

Today was the first day of school.

Breakfast was conducted in a somewhat somber atmosphere.

This was because Raoul's mood was not good.

Most of the time, Raoul's bad mood was due to Terese, and today was no exception.

"Are you still not planning to change your decision to live in the dormitory?"

I chose the dormitory, while Rivi chose to commute.

So, he was asking me.

"Yes. I only have two semesters left until graduation, so I plan to focus on school life during that time."

Raoul looked very displeased, as if he had heard something childish.

"Can you really follow the rules and use the same things as others? You won't be able to enjoy the same refined life there as you do now."

The pampered Terese would never be able to endure it.

But for me, who had experienced living in someone else's house and eating leftovers for a long time, there was no place as heavenly as the dormitory.

"I will try to adapt well."

Raoul waved his hand outward, as if he didn't want to hear it.

"Get rid of your stubbornness and take your things out of the dormitory immediately."

I couldn't do that.

I was counting down the days until I could leave the Squier mansion.

"Father."

Before I could defy Raoul, Giuseppe slammed his fork down.

"Just let her go."

"Giuseppe. How dare you...!"

"We rather prefer to suffer than to be with you! Just let her go, don't hold her back!"

Thud!

Giuseppe shouted and left the dining room.

'Thanks, Giuseppe. Thanks to you, the atmosphere has become even more chaotic.'

My head throbbed.

At that moment, Rozanne stepped in to ease the tense atmosphere.

"Giuseppe needs a good scolding. And dear, you too. Wouldn't it be better to support Terese's desire to focus on her studies?"

"Madam."

"Although I am not a mage, I understand that academic achievement at Valhalla is very important."

Raoul sighed deeply and reluctantly changed the subject.

"You spent only 650,000 gil on a blank check. What did you buy with such a small amount?"

I answered as casually as possible.

"I bought an antique key. It was unpopular because it had an unanalyzable magic spell on it. Fortunately, I got it at a good price."

Raoul clicked his tongue in disbelief.

"When did you start considering that a good deal?"

Hmm. Looking at Terese's dress room, words like 'frugality' and 'rational consumption' were far from her.

'Shouldn't he be happy that I spent less money?'

I finished my meal and stood up.

"I'll be going now."

Raoul said in a tone that suggested he wouldn't budge on this.

"Come back home during the holidays."

I nodded, even though I had no intention of returning.

"Yes. I will."

After exchanging greetings with Rozanne, Rivi and I headed for the entrance.

Rivi fidgeted and then, with a look of great courage, spoke to me.

"Big sister, can I go to school with you?"

I nodded.

"Of course, that was my plan."

"......Hehe."

At the entrance, Miranda was there to see us off.

"Have a safe trip, Miss."

Before getting into the carriage, I took a document from my bag and handed it to Miranda.

"What is this, Miss?"

"Since I'm a nuisance, make sure I don't catch your eye."

Miranda's eyes widened in surprise as she scanned the document.

It was because the names of the vassals who were already under investigation for embezzlement were also written on it.

"They are pests, indeed."

Miranda used the word 'pests' to test me, but I only smiled.

Seeing my reaction, Miranda's expression became even more enigmatic, and she bowed.

"I will thoroughly investigate and deal with those who have offended you, Miss."

"Do so. Shall we go to school now?"

The last part was directed at Rivi.

Rivi, who had been dazed, nodded belatedly.

"Ah, yes, yes!"

The carriage carrying us quickly left the Squier mansion.