The Brain of a Duke Princess

"Suspices and Notices"

Two weeks have passed since I returned to the area.

The investigation about the bandits is still ongoing, and I am almost done looking at the documents that require my approval. Whenever I had free time, my mind would go back to what Dean said and my mood would change, then I concentrated fully on work.

Today, I finished my work early, so I went to the library to see the information that Father had sent.

The library, although in the mansion, was located in another building that was different from where I lived. Upon entering the atrium space, I was greeted by a row of bookshelves so high that they almost reached the ceiling, which was filled with various books.

"Oh, Madam? It's been a while since you last came here, hasn't it? ”

When I came in, I saw Rehme.

"So here you are today, Rehme. ”

“Yes, I came here because there are no classes scheduled today. More importantly, what brought Milady to this place? ”

“I'm looking for information about Rubens House. ”

"You mean, House of Rubens the Duke? That's an unusual name I just heard. ”

“Duke's House? Why does that sound so foreign …? ”

“Duke's House? Why does that sound so foreign …? ”

"That's to be expected . This was a house founded by a prince from several generations before, without a care to rule and only had a large house in the royal capital. The last time they became an interesting topic was almost thirty years ago, I believe. ”

"Thirty years ago ... Does it have anything to do with the Towair War?"

"Yes you are right . Since our country won, Towair sent a princess to marry off to the royal family – however, at that time the former Queen was the one in power, the, plus the crown prince was too young to marry and the large age gap of the couple made them no good match Furthermore, the, if Princess Towair is brought to the royal family or a house that has close ties to the royal family, there will be problems regarding the succession to the throne. Finally, the House of Duke Rubens was chosen as the right candidate. Their line would never ascend the throne unless the main line disappeared, and they naturally had royal blood flowing in their veins. ”

… In other words, the House of Duke Rubens currently has connections to the country of Towair, and thanks to the Duke's introduction, Miss Yuri Noir's mother was accepted to be a servant in the royal palace. It is difficult to reject someone with a reliable cover letter from Duke House, especially when hiring a waiter requires screening through a large pool of unknown applicants.

Well, in any case ... loose ends are connected somehow. It's getting worse. In short, the chances of Yuri Noir's mother having a relationship with Towair are quite high, and for Miss Yuri Noir herself to be influenced by her own mother – may also be – not lightly ignored.

Well, in any case ... loose ends are connected somehow. It's getting worse. In short, the chances of Yuri Noir's mother having a relationship with Towair are quite high, and for Miss Yuri Noir herself to be influenced by her own mother – may also be – not lightly ignored.

After considering all the evidence presented, I was strangely convinced of this conclusion. However, as Father said, this is not my battlefield. Involving myself in a political conflict between countries is not something a noble would do. Especially at a time when one has to gain a solid footing, if I have to worry about myself about such things, I will lose what I have worked to gain so far.

"Is something wrong, madam? You look very pale. ”

“... I was just thinking about things, but I'm fine now. ”

Yes, I'm fine .. I think? If it was Dad, no doubt he would have gathered more information and had already started taking some precautions.

If there's one thing that I'm bothered by .. I guess it's about his whereabouts. For the sake of argument, let's assume he's actually a spy from Towair. To get to the point, his plan has been successful ever since he got engaged to the second Prince .. but if not, what will Towair do? I'm sure there's no way they're betting on his plan alone, and if they're planning something, they'll choose an alternative other than him. Also, for spies, his methods were too conspicuous, unlike the real ones always trying not to accentuate themselves. Perhaps, my mind was too spoiled by the spy novels I had read in my previous life? Regardless, his behavior is not compatible with spying for other countries.

As I thought about this, I heard the clattering of footsteps approaching closer and closer. Then the door opened hard.

If there's one thing that I'm bothered by .. I guess it's about his whereabouts. For the sake of argument, let's assume he's actually a spy from Towair. To get to the point, his plan has been successful ever since he got engaged to the second Prince .. but if not, what will Towair do? I'm sure there's no way they're betting on his plan alone, and if they're planning something, they'll choose an alternative other than him. Also, for spies, his methods were too conspicuous, unlike the real ones always trying not to accentuate themselves. Perhaps, my mind was too spoiled by the spy novels I had read in my previous life? Regardless, his behavior is not compatible with spying for other countries.

As I thought about this, I heard the clattering of footsteps approaching closer and closer. Then the door opened hard.

"Sit's in the library!"

Rehme scowled furiously, but that expression only lasted for a moment as he was shocked by those who entered.

I turned my gaze to the people who entered and …

"Mrs!! We have an emergency !! "

Sebastian and Tanya, who rarely lost their composure, now looked desperate.