A young girl in a village without protection - Chapter 23

Translator: Darling | Editor: Coming soon…

Selesina couldn’t believe that which had just taken place as her eyes flew open in shock. But she immediately inhaled deeply in order to calm down and maintain a normal state of mind.

“I should introduce myself to the people of the village. I’m Meria Saltimal. I possess the blessings of the God of Fertility Frey.”

Meria smiled at the villagers.

The villagers were really surprised to know that Meria had the blessings of God. Therefore, they welcomed her.

Well, they couldn’t really treat a sudden visit from a noble as something bad.

‘Did she leave Lord Soratek alone and came to me!?’

Selesina wanted to scream that she was making a mistake but she held back.

“Lady Meria, this is Selin village. Thank you for visiting us.”

“You decided on the name. It sounds the same as your name, it’s great.”

She smiled and Selesina was wondering about the purpose of her visit.

Her request from earlier, the one where she wanted to grow a great tree together was rejected. She was using the system and doing her best to help the tree grow and she really didn’t want anyone else to also be a part-owner of her tree.

‘’Besides………..she came here suddenly without prior notice, it’s insane’

Meria’s family, the Saltimals didn’t own any territory.

For that reason, it was alright if she decided to go to another territory. However, it was good manners to contact the Lord in advance if they wished to visit the territory.

There were certain exceptions.

For example, when you planned to visit the Lord of the territory. In that case,  you must write a letter with the purpose of your visit and wait for a reply………This was the etiquette required no matter the scene.

Selesina wanted to sigh thinking about the fact that Meria didn’t even know about that.

‘The house of the heroine, the Saltimal family doesn’t own a great tree…….’

Even though she has the blessings of the God of Fertility, this certainly would seem like a great treasure to her.

But, to raise a Great tree in the territory of another person is……….ah, maybe she wanted to ask Selesina something.

“…………… Mr. Anton, I would like to relax and have some tea with Lady Meria, I’m really sorry but can we borrow your home?”

“Of course.”

Selesina received Anton’s permission and decided to have tea with Meria at his house.

She told the villagers to enjoy the food as they left the place.

She drank the tea poured by Hisui and sighed.

Toi was waiting outside so the only ones here at the moment were Hisui, Meria, and her.

“I heard that the village didn’t have a name but it looks like you’ve named it. Will it be listed now?”

“No, we’ll work on that hereafter. This village has just started out.”

“But you even have a great tree, that amazing. I heard from Lord Soratek that the Great tree is really valuable and that you can’t get your hand on it that easily?”

Meria’s eyes were shining and Selesina immediately understood that she also wanted it. Maybe she asked Soratek.

Of course, it would be wouldn’t be able to get it though.

Selesina apologized to her with a  wry smile.

“The great tree planted in this village is very precious. I received it form my father. That’s why I don’t intend to raise it……………with anyone else.”

“Is that so……..”

She probably thought that I would definitely agree. Meria’s face fell and she looked depressed.

“……….Why do you want a great tree to that extent? I do know that you have the blessings of fertility and I understand that you may wish to grow one………”

Only nobles who possessed territories could grow a great tree.

If Meria truly wanted to manage a great tree then she would either have to get married to a family that had territory or get adopted by one.

The Royal family also had a great tree so she could marry the prince………

“I must apologize to Lady Selesina.”

Eh?”

Selesina was perplexed since she suddenly wanted to apologize.

Maybe she wanted to apologize since she didn’t contact her before coming to visit? In that case, Selesina wanted to accept her apology.

“I’ve fallen in love with Lord Soratek!”

“………………”

‘I know that though—!?’

Why is she saying that now? Right here!

Hisui who was waiting behind her was startled as well and his eyes flew open.

Meria was destined to be with Soratek but right now Selesina was his fiancé therefore Meria’s statement was not appropriate.

She didn’t seem to have taken any manner lessons, Selesina wanted to sigh. But she suddenly remembered Meria’s origins.

Meria had a weak body and hence was taking treatment in the countryside. That’s why she didn’t have enough knowledge about etiquette.

She hadn’t learned how to dance either.

“Lady Meria.”

“Yes?”

“I understand your feelings very well. However, I’m Lord Soratek’s fiancé and he really cherishes me.”

“…………………”

Even if Soratek was in love with Meria as well, he still treated Selesina very well.

He would certainly treat her well even after their engagement breaks. That’s why she must also act appropriately as the fiancé of the crown prince Soratek.

“I’ll act as if I didn’t hear what you just said. Lady Meria, you must also suppress those feelings.”

“Eh…………”

“………We’re close in age and we may seem like friends but……….I’m the daughter of a Marquis. Besides, right now I’m acting as the Lord of the 7th district that I received from my father.

She spoke seriously in order to tell Meria……………but she needed to be aware of her own status.

“Your straight forwardness might be your strength but if you really wish to be Lord Soratek’s wife then……………..please study.”

She surely needed to know her etiquette as a Lady but there was also courtesy amongst nobles, history, geography. There was so much it felt as if it was as vast as the universe.

If she didn’t learn that then she would have a really tough time after the happy ending. This was the amount of support that Selesina could give.

“………..Yes.”

Meria nodded to Selesina’s words looking depressed.

“Also…………….you need to make an appointment before visiting a person. I didn’t really mind it but other nobles may protest to your family due to this.”

“Eh, is that so……..? Lord Soratek never said anything about that……..”

She was lightly scolding and preaching to Meria but Selesina was startled in response.

‘……Well, the 2 of them seem to be getting along well.’

“I don’t know anything, I’m probably just like a child. Thank you for teaching me various things Lady Selesina. I’ll study hard in order to be appropriate for Lord Soratek!”

“……….Is that so?”

Did she already forget what I just told her?

That Meria should suppress her feelings since Selesina was Soratek’s fiancé. Declaring her feelings like that is not appropriate.

Meria immediately decided to find a tutor and got up from her seat!

“Lady Selesina, I enjoyed talking to you today. I said something terrible but thank you for being friends with me. Can I come again?”

“………Yes. It’ll be good if you can send a letter in advance.”

“Of course!”

Did Selesina’s preaching reach Meria properly? No, it seems to have reached her that’s why she’s leaving like that.

“Then I’ll excuse myself Lady Selesina.”

“Take care on your way back.”

“Yes! Thank you.”

Seeing Meria leave with her escort, Selesina released the sigh that she was holding back.

Peace had returned to the village once again. Selesina was relieved.