Reborn As Noble

"Mother!!"

Francesca turned with a bright smile, her arms open wide. "Come here, my little honey bun."

Javier sprinted forward, burying his face into her warm embrace, his laughter muffled against her breast.

"Ehehehe…" he giggled, his tone playful and light as he fondled her breast, inhaling her comforting scent.

Francesca chuckled softly, smoothing his hair. "There, there, my sweet boy." She cradled him, enjoying the way he sought her warmth and comfort.

"Mother…" Javier tilted his head up, his mischievous grin never fading.

"Yes, my darling?"

He leaned in closer, his voice brimming with cheekiness. "Chuuuuu…"

Francesca laughed and playfully tapped his nose before leaning down to plant a quick kiss on his lips. "You're such a little rascal."

She gestured toward her lap, her eyes soft. "Come now, rest here for a moment."

Without hesitation, Javier sprawled across her lap, looking up at her with his boyish charm.

"Mother, why did you want to see me?"

"Do I need a reason to spend time with my youngest son? Or perhaps… you're complaining about being spoiled?"

"No way! It's perfect like this. Ehehehe!"

She chuckled, leaning down to ruffle his hair. "That's what I thought. My sweet little troublemaker."

For a moment, they stayed like that. Francesca's heart swelled with the knowledge that her mischievous boy would one day outgrow moments like these.

But for now, he was still her little honey bun, and she intended to treasure every second.

"By the way, Javier," Francesca began, her tone light but carrying a hint of importance.

Javier perked up, tilting his head. "Yes, Mother?"

She smiled warmly. "I've spoken with your father, and he has agreed to let you visit the barracks behind our estate."

Javier's eyes lit up with excitement. "Yay!! Love you, Mother!"

Francesca chuckled softly, holding up a hand to temper his enthusiasm. "But, you must wear formal attire and ensure our family crest is displayed on your clothing."

She then reached into her pocket and pulled out a silver chain adorned with the Viscount family emblem. "Here. take this."

Javier nodded, taking the chain. "Got it, Mother!"

Francesca continued,"And about the land you asked for before…"

"Your father has allowed me to grant you a portion of land. However, it's part of the forest. You'll need to clear it yourself and use the funds your father entrusted to you—the three gold coins."

Javier's grin grew wider. "Okay, Mother! Ehehe, this is going to be amazing!"

"And remember, my little entrepreneur, every successful business must pay taxes."

Javier laughed, bouncing up from her lap and leaning in for a kiss on her lips. "Thank you,mother! I love you!"

"Honey bun?" Francesca's soft voice broke the comfortable silence as she ran her fingers gently through Javier's hair.

"Yes, Mother?" Javier replied lazily, his voice muffled as he nestled deeper into her lap, a playful grin on his face.

Francesca paused for a moment, her expression becoming tender and a little wistful. "When you grow up and become an adult, promise me… never leave me. Never go too far away from me, okay?"

Javier blinked, lifting his head slightly to meet her gaze. "Huh? What are you talking about, mother? Of course, I'll stay with you. Where else would I go?"

A radiant smile spread across Francesca's face as she leaned down to kiss his forehead. "Oh, my sweet boy."

"Ehehehe," Javier laughed, wrapping his arms around her waist as he inhaled her scent. He closed his eyes, feeling utterly content. Francesca stroked his cheek, relishing how much her youngest adored her.

"Huh? Why would I ever leave a beautiful woman like her?" Javier thought to himself with a mischievous chuckle. I'm Junichi, after all—protecting beautiful women is in my blood. And her? Priority number one!

He smirked to himself, snuggling closer as his mother hummed softly, her voice a soothing melody. Moments like these, in his mind, were treasures worth keeping forever.

"Now, now… go to Liana," Francesca said softly, brushing Javier's messy black hair from his face.

"But, Mother… I still want to be with you."

"Javier, me and your father are going to visit the town—our town—after this. There's some business we need to oversee."

Javier groaned dramatically, flopping back onto her lap. "Ugh, but why? I'd much rather stay here with you, my beautiful, kind, amazing mother!"

Francesca pinched his cheek lightly, earning a yelp. "Flattery will get you nowhere, my sweet boy. And stop acting like I'm leaving forever. I'll be back by evening."

Javier crossed his arms, huffing like a spoiled child, though a playful glint sparkled in his eyes. "Fine....."

Francesca laughed, shaking her head. "What am I going to do with you?" She leaned down and kissed his forehead once more. "Go on now, be good to Liana. And try not to cause too much trouble while I'm gone."

"No promises, ehehehe," Javier teased as he slid off her lap, planting a quick peck on her cheek before darting out of the room.

As he walked out of his mother's room, a spring in his step and a mischievous grin on his face, his sharp eyes caught the glint of the necklace around Francesca's neck as the sunlight hit it just right.

"Good," he thought with satisfaction, Mother is still wearing the necklace I gave her. The magic enhancement is still intact. A barrier that can hold against five attacks and sends a signal to me if something happens… ehehe, perfect.

Feeling proud of his foresight and craftsmanship, he strode through the hallway with his hands behind his head, humming a cheerful tune.

"This life is good!" he exclaimed inwardly. Pampered by beautiful women, my magic projects turning out well, and my schemes all falling into place… ehehehe.

He paused at the intersection of two hallways, pondering his next move.

"Now, where should I go?" he mused, tapping his chin. "I think Liana mentioned she'd be at the maid dining area after breakfast… but…"

His grin widened mischievously. "Ehehehe… I can do that later. First, the Pekko pen."

Closing his eyes for a moment, Javier muttered under his breath, "Skill activate: Invisible."

The air shimmered briefly around him before his form vanished completely.

"Hehehe, perfect. Now, time to sneak off unnoticed."

Meanwhile, in the maid dining area, Liana had just finished her breakfast and was tidying up her plate. As she glanced at the clock on the wall, she frowned slightly.

"Young master should have been here by now," she murmured, feeling suspicious.

Reaching into her apron pocket, she activated her tracking skill—a subtle elven magic attuned to Javier's unique mana signature. A faint glow appeared before her eyes, marking a trail on the ground.

She sighed, shaking her head with a mixture of amusement and exasperation.

"Haaa… This cheeky young master," she muttered, tying her long silver hair into a neat ponytail for practicality. "Does he really think he can escape me?"

With a determined stride, Liana followed the faint mana trail, her eyes sharp and focused.

"If he thinks he can sneak away to that Pekko pen again… he has another thing coming."

Javier tiptoed silently down the hallway, still cloaked in invisibility, a mischievous grin plastered on his face. As he noticed the faint sound of footsteps approaching, he stopped dead in his tracks.

"Ops! Liana… ehehe," he whispered to himself, glancing around quickly. "Time to hide… hmm, where should I hide?"

His eyes scanned the area until they landed on an empty storage room nearby. Without hesitation, he slipped inside, closing the door gently behind him.

"Kekeke… you can't find me, Liana…," he chuckled softly, crouching behind a stack of old crates.

Outside, Liana's tracking skill led her straight to the room. She placed her hand on the doorknob, sighing deeply.

"Young master… come out this instant," she called out firmly, her voice calm but laced with authority.

Javier held his breath, trying to suppress his laughter. Better silent… ehehehe.

But before he could savor his cleverness, he suddenly felt a sharp yank on his ear.

"Ow ow ow… eekkk!" he yelped, his invisibility skill faltering as Liana revealed herself right behind him, holding his ear firmly.

"Now now, young master," Liana said with a weary sigh. "Where do you think you're going, using those skills?"

She dragged him out of the room, her grip firm despite his protests.

"You know you shouldn't use that skill or any other skill inside the estate. What if someone saw it and reported it to your father?"

Javier scratched the back of his head, flashing her an awkward grin. "Ehehe… Liana…"

"You're the one who asked me to hide your talent so you can pretend to be a useless son, And yet here you are, using it as you please."

Javier chuckled nervously, trying to wiggle out of her grasp. "No one notice anyway..ehehehe"

"Haaa… What am I going to do with you, young master?"

"Love me and spoil me more?" Javier suggested with a cheeky grin.

Liana sighed again, letting go of his ear and flicking his forehead. "Come on, let's get back to your usual routine before you cause more trouble."

( End of Chapter )