His Reincarnation Was a Villainous Little Duke in His Own Novel - Chapter 5

“Oh… So this is where Onee-sama will be living from now on…!”

The moment the girl stepped out of the carriage, I held my breath.

Silver hair, emerald eyes, a perfect face with cherry blossom lips.

No mistake, this was Felicia’s sister, the current “goddess”…

Sophia Pleisted.

If I remember correctly, Gilbert first met her in the novel at a hunting competition. So why was she here with Felicia?

“Um, may I borrow your hand, sir?”

“Eh? Oh… Sorry.”

Sophia giggled, extending her hand towards me.

“Thank you, sir.”

With a slight smirk, Sophia exited the carriage last, like a protagonist making her grand entrance on stage.

That attitude, that face, it all irked me.

“I am Sophia Pleisted, second daughter of the Marquis Pleisted family.”

She said this as if to prove she was the main character and heroine, Sophia curtsied.

Really, what was this demon misunderstanding?

More importantly, why was she dressed more elegantly than Felicia, the true protagonist, on this occasion?

…Well, fine. I already had Felicia, the most important one. Let them return as soon as possible.

“Ha ha, so you two came to see Felicia off?… It seems she’s quite ‘beloved’ by the Marquis family.”

“Don’t you understand? Indeed, Felicia is such a lovely girl that one could never tire of looking at her.”

Despite my sarcastic words, the Marquis before me showed no shame and even declared it proudly.

Aah, I wanted to sew his mouth shut right then and there.

“… Ufufu, I was amazed to learn that Onee-sama and the young Duke dubbed the ‘Genius of the Kingdom’ were to be engaged. But…”

“But…?”

“This is the first time Onee-sama has left the Marquis household, so I’m very worried… If possible, could I come here often from now on to take care of Onee-sama and ensure she doesn’t feel uneasy?”

Sophia looked up at me with her emerald eyes.

Hmph, no matter how much she played the part of a heartbroken sister seeing her sister off to her husband’s home, her true intention was surely to increase her chances of getting close to me and stealing me from Felicia, wasn’t it?

Wait, she didn’t just do this with me, but with the three princes as well. She always tried to captivate them like this.

She was just a “Saint” in name only.

But

“I understand what you’re saying, ‘Saint’. You mean this place is uncomfortable for Felicia, right?”

“Um… Oh no, that’s not what I meant…”

“Is that so… Well, it’s fine. From now on, this is Felicia’s home, and I, Gilbert Brooksbank, guarantee that your sister Felicia will have the best life in this kingdom.”

I bowed politely with the utmost sarcasm in my tone. Surely after these words, I shouldn’t get involved in these unnecessary matters anymore.

At the same time, I glanced at Felicia, smiling softly.

“Ah…”

Felicia looked at me, her sapphire eyes widening.

That’s right, Felicia… This isn’t the noble household you used to live in.

Here, you don’t have to suffer anymore. If anyone makes you uncomfortable, I will never forgive them.

So, rest assured.

“Well then… Since Felicia has just arrived, I think we should let her rest in this family…”

I looked askance at Marquis Pleisted and Sophia, implying that there was nothing left to do and they should return.

“Ahem… Yes, I understand. Well then, Young Duke, please take good care of Felicia.”

“Onee-sama… Please stay well.”

Saying this, the two got into the carriage and left the scene.

“Felicia, I’m sorry for keeping you waiting.”

“No, it’s nothing… I apologize for my sister’s impolite behavior… I’m truly sorry…”

“Sorry? Ah… Is that so?”

Hearing my words, Felicia bowed her head in shame.

“No, that’s not what I meant. What I mean is… I feel displeased that I overlooked you, the true protagonist, to talk with others…”

Seeing her like that, I hurriedly explained.

If… if Felicia came to hate me because of this, I truly wouldn’t be able to accept it.

“But… now, we should go inside.”

“Oh…, yes…”

To end the conversation, I took her hand and led her into the mansion, to the room I had prepared for her.

She seemed to realize this and nodded gently.

But…

“…Why…”

Her whisper like that on the way made me feel uneasy.