The Brain of a Duke Princess

Reflections of Dorsen

My name is Dorsen Katabelia. I am the son of Druna Katabelia, the current Knight Captain. Ever since I was young, my father gave me martial arts lessons. He told me that since I will protect the royal family someday I will need it. I am proud of those words. Every time we started the lesson, I worked my hardest. I was so committed to my martial arts studies that when I had to join the academy, I saw it more as a problem than a rewarding experience. I would rather stay home and study under active knights than go to school and study. But since I will be the heir, I have no choice but to leave.

Since I was a bit quiet to begin with, I had a lot of problems coalescing. I often thought that it was useless to go to the academy. Then one day, I met a rather strange girl. She introduces herself as Yuri Noir, the daughter of Baron Noir. I met him when I was training alone at the training ground. Since not many people used the training ground in the academy, I found myself coming here every day to improve my skills.

"Impressive-"

That was the first thing he said to me.

"…What is it?"

"Ah, my apology. I come here almost every day, and see you coming here every day. I've always wondered what you're doing. "

"The back of the building?"

If I remember correctly, the back of the building has a field of flowers. But since no one has ever gone there must be a lot of weeds.

"Yes. Flower field. Since no one used it, I thought I would plant flowers. Of course, I have obtained permission from the academy. ”

"Don't look so surprised. I will not report to school. "

“Ah .. I have not thought about that possibility. No, that's not what I meant. I mean, it's weird enough for a woman to play around on the ground, isn't it? That's why I'd be happy if you don't spread too much ”

“Not that you are troubling others right? I won't say anything about that. "

"That's cool. So what do you do every day? ”

"Can't you know?"

"I can see that you're practicing .. but I can't see for what reason. Considering you've already taken the Military Martial Arts class, it's strange. ”

Military Martial Arts was considered a class of choice, and many people affiliated with the Order took it. Otherwise, it could be people who want to learn to defend themselves, or boys who have no chance of inheritance and therefore need to join the Order.

"I'm not training to add to my class."

"Is that so?"

"Yes. Actually, I've been practicing so that I can offer my services to the royal family. ”

The girl, who had an empty face before, giggled.

“It's a beautiful ideal. If I were protected by someone with such strong ideals, I would not worry. ”

I remember that smile and laughter for a moment. After that incident, he sometimes started to stop by and watch me practice. Since I was going to practice, our conversation was rather honest. I initially ignored her presence, but after a while I started looking forward to the moment she appeared. He usually praises what I think is the norm, and says it's amazing or impressive. Those words became my motivation and my training finally took a step. I also began to think that my sword was not only for the royal family but also for him.

By the time I realized I was in love with her, she was engaged to Edward, the second prince. I felt sad at first, but I still felt that I needed to protect her. I harbored this feeling, and eventually the contradiction between my beliefs and fate began to emerge. When I noticed this change, I calmed down a bit and promised that I would protect her as much as I could.

So when Prince Edward and Lady Yuri were pitted against Duke Armelia's daughter, I sided with Lady Yuri. After we successfully exiled Lady Iris, I felt as if I had managed to protect Lady Yuri.

"How could you do such a thing!"

I was called by my father. When I wondered what he was talking about, Dad let out a heavy sigh.

"I'm talking about a case with Duke's daughter Armelia!"

"… I can't understand what I've done to deserve to be yelled at."

"Is that your real response?"

"Is that your real response?"

"Yes, yeah."

“It is impossible for us to even raise a hand against the duke, but it should be more impossible to raise a hand against a woman. Are you no longer taking the Knight Code to heart? "

"Is that? Duke Armelia's daughter is flirting with Lady Yuri. ”

"Did you see him teasing Yuri?"

"T-No, I don't .. But call it an unfounded rumor …"

"Have you witnessed that exact scene? Did you happen to hear it happen? "

"Nope …"

"You disgust me! You don't have any evidence, but you start raising your hands against a woman. Moreover, it was against the second prince's fiancee. You're a shame to the knights. You have desecrated our household, and moreover you have desecrated the honor of a knight. "

"But I…"

“I didn't listen to your excuses. Cool your head with regret! ”

I don't understand why I'm being treated this way. I just want to protect him. But my father "You've stained the Knight Code" kept spinning in my mind.

As I pondered, I was called by my mother.

"It's been a long time, Dorsen."

I remember that it had been a long time since I last had a discussion with my mother. Until late at night, I even spent the weekend at the Academy, but since house arrest, I have stayed in the room.

"It's been a long time."

"It's been a long time."

In front of me was a can of tea and a mountain of chocolate tea that had never been seen.

"That's called chocolate. It has been rather popular in the capital lately. Tryin. "

At my mother's recommendation, I put one in my mouth. That's delicious. It tastes sweet and somewhat bitter, it tastes very sophisticated.

"A conglomerate run by the Armelia Household started selling them."

"The Household of Armelia …"

"Rumor says Iris was the one who created it."

Mother frowned as she muttered the name of Lady Iris.

"Hey, Dorsen. Can you really say you're doing the right thing? "

"The right thing?"

"Yes. To be honest, what you do is a really big deal considering the position of our house, but putting that aside, do you really think you're doing the right thing? "

I can't understand Mom's real motives. I think I did the right thing. When I was under house arrest, I reconsidered Dad's words. Dad probably wanted me to realize that as the future representative of the Catabella House, I had to consider my social standing first and foremost. If so, I have no reason to be ashamed of my actions. If I can protect her, my family is fine.

“You know, Dorsen. This is a bit harsh to say, but I have to side with Lady Iris. ”

"For what reason, Mother?"

“Taking into account Lady Yuri taking a man with her fiance, and the man was eventually stolen, I would say Lady Iris' abuse was inappropriate. A woman who loves her fiance makes her fiance seduced by another woman. It was not permissible for Lady Iris to channel all her jealousy and hatred towards Lady Yuri. "

"That's a.."

"The man she loved was stolen. He was even exiled from society because you were dealing with him in front of everyone. ”

"That's a.."

"The man she loved was stolen. He was even exiled from society because you were dealing with him in front of everyone. ”

I remember his last words at the Academy. Tears streamed down his face, he said, “What else do you guys plan to take away from me? First my fiancee and then my position … "

“I see this tea as the resolution. A resolution to live alone, to make it through society without having to rely on marriage. Given that she was removed from society and her engagement was cancelled, finding another engagement was almost impossible. Dorsen, you .. You raised your hand against the girl, supported the conspiracy, and above looked down on her ... Do you think that's true as a knight? ”

"That's a.."

I can't even refuse. I haven't thought about it. I did not see that he would be in pain, that he would be depressed.

“I understand you want to protect the girl you like. But are you really honing your skills for that reason alone? Do you feel a sense of satisfaction when you raise your hand against such a girl? "

Mother's words were piercing my heart. I started to think he was right, but there was no turning back.

"I can't talk too much because I'm not a knight, but I can say for sure what you did to Lady Iris is exactly the same as pure violence."

When I was taught by my father, I could only feel disgusted. But now I feel very confused and sorry.

"You should reflect more on your actions."

After having a conversation with mom, she allowed me to return to the Academy and said too many bad absences. I attended my classes as usual, and once again I returned to the training ground. I want to clear my mind after listening to my mother. Maybe I want to run away from the truth my mother revealed to me, or the words of Lady Iris. I'm not sure which one. I graduated from school while avoiding meetings with Lady Yuri or Prince Edward.

After graduation, as planned, I joined the Order. I continued to learn to live under my seniors.

Then one day, a mock battle with the Army is announced. I was confused as to why I was invited. I agreed to the invitation because it would be a great opportunity.

There, General Gazelle appears. Despite being affiliated with the Army, General Gazelle was honored in the Order as well. Next to him were his students. Upon hearing that the two were his students, the Army and Order began to buzz. To be honest, even if one wanted to be taught directly by General Gazelle, it was impossible. Its popularity makes it impossible to find students.

After being introduced to three, the match began. The crowd seemed to get more excited with each match. Finally we are down to 2 wins and 2 losses. Next is my turn. Expecting it, I stood up. In front of me was a man from the Army Corps. As the time draws near to the start of the match, General Gazelle declares that we should fight his two students instead.

Interesting .. I think. To fight against my idol disciples .. I was very happy to see how skilled they were. I am happy to see how much I have grown.