It was time for dinner. Everyone was gathered in the dining room as the family began to partake in a meal.
“Cain, why did His Majesty summon you today?” Garm asked as he tasted the wine.
“They had finalized the estate they wished to bestow to me. They handed the keys over today. His Majesty also wanted me to play Othello with him. I had some time afterwards, so I went to take a look at my new place.”
“…Othello? His Majesty also forced me to play with him the other day. He said that Duke Eric was too good. Still, it looks like you’re finally leaving the nest, Cain. Did they mention the butler and maids you would need?”
“Prime Minister Magna said he would arrange them for me. He said they were still publicly recruiting for a butler, though.”
“A good butler is extremely important. Aristocrats are often out of the house on business. A butler is responsible for protecting the home while the master is out.”
Garm briefly glanced at Sebas, who was standing behind them.
“I have a request for you, Father. It’s about Sylvia. I’d like to bring her with me to my new mansion and have her continue to work as my personal maid.” Cain stopped eating and placed his hands and head down on the table.
Garm’s expression softened. “Go ahead. She’s looked after you since you were born. It would be good to have someone you know with you.”
“Thank you, Father.”
“Lord Garm, allow me to thank you as well. Thank you for allowing me to serve Master Cain for all this time. I will continue serving him with all my heart.” Sylvia said, bowing her head.
“I’m only who I am today because Sylvia taught me how to read and write when I was still three years old. I’ll be in your care, Sylvia.”
“Cain, are you already leaving? I’ll miss you…” Reine had been listening in on Garm and Cain’s conversation and began to sulk. As she was still twelve, she was reluctant to separate from her younger brother.
“Elder Sister, I’ll still be living close by, so we can meet whenever you wish. I’ll show you around my new mansion when I move there.”
A smile returned to Reine’s face. “That’s true! I’ll come immediately whenever I want to see you.”
The dinner continued harmoniously.