Chapter 63: Its Still Too Early to Get Engaged (Otou-samas POV)

Even if I were to decide on his fiance, Diana, that girl being closely related to you means that she is also closely related to Luke. I wouldnt choose someone from your family.

Oh my, Luke was born this excellent because we joined together. Its a smart choice if you think about the next generation.

I know that that way of thinking exists.

Listen carefully, Ill repeat it. Luke doesnt have any plans to get engaged right now.

But they look like they get along really well.

Thats because they shouldnt listen to the adults talk, so Luke was considerate.

No way!

I was disappointed that Diana wasnt interested in Luke, himself.

After that, a troublesome silence continued to reign the room.

Oh yes, do you know that there are rumours that the Four Marquises are divided? Diana suddenly said such a thing. I was surprised because I had never heard of this before.

Really? How are they divided?

You. Do you honestly not know?

Its really frustrating.

They say that the Albans instigated the Lisburns away from the other two Marquises and the supervision department.

I didnt know that, I answered honestly.

I thought you wouldnt, Diana seemed shocked.

Youre blunt, and you totally dont understand a womans heart, but at the same time, you also wouldnt plot or scheme. Youre not that passionate.

Thats a horrible thing to say.

But you know, I think its just a small fraction.

I noticed that she was serious, so I looked at her face properly for the first time.

Youre old.

I hate that part of you.

Dammit, I said it out loud.

No matter how much you hate the duty of the Four Marquises, people around you will think its only natural that you do it. People are jealous that you have power and enjoy benefits from it.

Thats

The only people who know the truth are the few around you. It really is just a small fraction, Diana interrupted me.

If possible, I want to chip off that power. If possible, I want to replace the Four Marquises. If possible, I want to obtain strength that is close to that of the Four Marquises. Many people think that even if theyre not from your generation.

Like people from your house?

Yes, just like them. You should be grateful that theyre easy to understand. Diana turned away rudely. Come to think of it, shes a woman with a pretty side profile.

Youre old, but your side profile is as beautiful as ever.

I also hate that side of you.

She gets angry even if I compliment here. Theres nothing I can do. Shes difficult to deal with because she always flies into a fit of rage.

Otou-sama.

Aunt Diana.

Meanwhile, the two are back. The girl named Chelsea was blushing happily. Luke was the same as always.

After that, Luke suggested that Chelsea drink tea since she was tired from playing. He gave her sweets to eat, and they had a lot of fun talking about the academy.

Our business is done. If youll excuse us.

Yeah.

Unlike our curt greetings, the children were gentle.

I had a lot of fun today.

Me too.

Mm

Maybe because the child named Chelsea is more immature than Luke or perhaps this was how she is, but she said honestly, I heard that Im going to be engaged to Luke-sama. I came to meet you because of that.

Luke raised an eyebrow in surprise, Who said that?

Well, my grandfather and aunt.

Not your Otou-sama or Okaa-sama?

No. They told my aunt that it was still too early.

Diana turned her face away as if it was tiresome.

But, I think it would be fine if I got engaged to you, Luke-sama, Chelsea smiled and said.

Chelsea Luke looked troubled. Im grateful for your feelings, but Im not old enough yet. I still have a lot to learn. Ive never thought about getting engaged.

But

Listen, Chelsea, like your Otou-sama and Okaa-sama, said, its still too early. Its something you decide after you grow up a little more.

I understand. But can I come back after Ive grown up more? Chelsea said innocently, and Luke sighed secretly.

If you want to see the garden, then its fine. But if you want to come here for an engagement, then dont.

Chelseas eyes filled with tears. But Luke didnt lie to her, Engagement and marriage are something you do when you become an adult.

What is this?