NOVEL NEXT Chapter 37.1
Stage 2-6. Fan Club Member: Schulto Sathia
The courtyard, is famous as a lunchtime hangout for students of the Rishberg Magic Academy.
Usually, it’s a lively place where students from all grades gather, but now it’s eerily quiet.
That’s because we’re all sitting around the center, eating silently, without saying a word.
[H-he’s coming! Vellet-sama…!!]
Suddenly, a transmission comes through the earring-shaped transceiver in my ear from one of the lookouts.
I—Schulto Sathia—feel a rush of excitement and nervousness at the arrival of my target, making my face contort into an indescribable expression.
But it seems I’m not the only one. Looking around, I can see everyone else has similar expressions.
Heh, it’s only natural.
[It’s Ouga Vellet-sama…!]
Here we have gathered comrades—members of the unofficial Ouga Vellet-sama Fan Club.
[He looks so gallant today too…!]
[Ahh… He seems to glow with a golden aura from head to toe…!]
[Just one glimpse of Vellet-sama fills my heart with joy.]
Voices of admiration start pouring in.
We are a group brought together by the duel we witnessed between Vellet-sama and Prince Arnia, moved by the sight of his selfless dedication to love.
For nobles, marriage often has more to do with power, and it’s not uncommon for one’s future spouse to be decided from birth.
While I understand the privilege of being born into such a position, the desire for a more free-spirited romance does creep up now and then.
There’s a reason romantic plays and novels are so popular among young noblewomen.
We couldn’t help but be captivated by the grand love story of the two from the ducal houses.
The countless acts of love shown on the arena stage, are all directed toward Revetzenka-sama.
He even faced Prince Arnia, the heir to the throne, without retreating a single step, and how could we not admire him for that?
Above all, the strength he displayed, even as he was being restrained, ignited a flame of adoration in all our hearts.
[Sa-Sathia-sama!]
“Has something happened? Please calm down and report.”
[The, the student council president, Milfonty, is with him too…! So, that rumor was true after all!]
The rumor in question is that Vellet-sama would be joining the student council.
No one knows who started it, but it seems President Milfonty has quite a high opinion of Vellet-sama’s abilities.
They say he played a role in Vellet-sama’s duel with Prince Arnia as well.
…If that’s the case, then it’s no surprise they’re having lunch together.
But spreading unconfirmed information would only bring shame to the fan club.
Especially in front of the Vellet family, mismanaging information could lead to deep disappointment… The thought alone is terrifying.
“It’s not confirmed information yet. Make sure not to tell anyone. Understood?”
[Y-yes, understood.]
While it’s delightful to see Vellet-sama succeed, that’s our business, not his.
When I secretly spoke with one of his maids, she told me that Vellet-sama always acts for the sake of others.
It’s certainly not for gaining popularity as a noble.
If that’s the case, there’s also a possibility he won’t accept a student council position, which would take up so much of his time.
[…Sathia-sama. Vellet-sama and President Milfonty are heading toward the target point. They’ll pass right in front of you.]
“I understand.”
The target point refers to the table where the maids have prepared.
On the way there, they’ll pass by the table I’m seated at.
In other words, Vellet-sama will walk right beside me… Hehe, I can’t help but feel a bit nervous.
The tea in the cup I’m holding is rippling.
I’m shaking, just slightly. My hands are trembling.
“This won’t do. I must calm my breathing now—”
“—I’ve prepared some dishes that should go well with tea. Please enjoy them to your heart’s content.”
“Thank you. To be honest, I’ve always been curious about the unusual dishes the Vellet family sells.”
“—Nghh!!”
Since I couldn’t calm down, I’ll just hold my breath…!
He’s so dazzling! Anyone would fall in love if they were pierced by those sharp eyes!!
[Sathia-sama? Is something wrong?]
“…No, nothing at all.”
…Phew, calm down.
I am merely a part of the courtyard’s foliage. An ornament. The air…
Yes… I’m just something that exists in the same space. I mustn’t let my emotions show.
“Well then, everyone. Let’s make sure we don’t disturb Vellet-sama today either and quietly watch over him.”
[[[Yes!]]]
Just being able to witness a moment in his history, even from afar…
That alone brings us happiness.
…However, everyone.
“It would be nice if you could all act a bit more like proper ladies.”
Your gazes on Vellet-sama are a bit too intense—Oh!?
From this seat, I can’t see his noble face…!!
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