I Already Know My Magic Power Is Ridiculously High! Now I Just Need a Cute Wife... - Episode 7

I have, in the past, helped various people who were wrongfully accused by pulling some strings.

However, since nobles are the highest-ranking beings in this world, I, who engage in actions unbecoming of a noble by catering to the weak and bowing down to them, seem to be perceived as a weakling.

At that time, there was way more backlash than I expected, and I was really surprised.

Even my gentle father scolded me for that.

In short, I am now an Ortenos fool with no title to my name but a scandalous reputation, truly a person with nothing to offer.

“So what? No matter what anyone says, I will only serve Lady Elmia.”

I had simply decided to support Elmia, so it didn’t matter what the heir of Ranecki had to say.

Besides, I hate being underestimated.

“Are you saying you can’t listen to what I say? Get a grip on your own limitations already! Know that you are nothing but a nuisance to Ranecki, Ortenos, and even Nevrim!”

“……ugh”

Jiruga grabbed my collar and lifted me up with one hand.

With the strong power characteristic of nobility, my neck is tightening.

“Stop it…! Sir Jiruga!”

After a brief hesitation, Elmia steps in to stop Jiruga.

In the power dynamics of the household, Jiruga was superior, so Elmia couldn’t stand up to Jiruga.

Even though the Ortenos family has a higher social standing, in terms of actual ability, the Ranecki family is overwhelmingly superior.

“Don’t stop, Elmia. Everything I’m doing is for your sake. Do you understand, Elmia? It’s wrong for you to have such strong feelings for Lord Shalka. I have no intention of stopping until you understand. So you should also take a good look at what it means to be a noble and learn properly.”

“……I understand, so please don’t bully my brother anymore……”

Elmia says this, pleading with Jiruga.

And then, right there, I ended up crying helplessly.

There was no trace of the superior demeanor she had just moments ago; she was just a frail girl.

(Ah)

Elmia has always been a highly empathetic child.

Whenever I went through something terrible, Elmia would always end up crying.
Each time, I would stay close until they stopped crying.

(With that attitude, can you really become the next head of the family? As your brother, I’m worried.)

“Elmia, you shouldn’t be crying in a place like this. If you’re a noble, you need to be more composed. It’s unacceptable to be looking at other noblemen when you have a betrothed fiancé like me. Even if it’s your brother! If you continue to get close to Lord Shalka, then from now on, you’ll stay at the Ranecki household… Ow!”

I firmly grasped the arm of Jiruga, who was holding my collar.

I didn’t break the bone, but I gripped it hard enough to leave a mark, so Jiruga’s strength gradually faded away.

“Lady Elmia, are you okay?”

I take a handkerchief out of my pocket and wipe Elmia’s tears.

The area around her eyes was bright red, and her pupils were glistening.

Like the faint warmth that glows in the white snow, it was sacred and beautiful.

“I’m fine. Are you okay, big brother?”

“Yes. More importantly, Elmia-sama, you’re using the old way of addressing me again.”

“Oh, Shalka, your collar is crooked.”

Saying that, Elmia straightened the crumpled collar of my shirt.

Thank you very much.

“It’s fine, taking care of the appearance of your subordinates is also the duty of a ‘superior.'”

Elmia said that and smiled a little shyly.

It seems that before I knew it, I had regained my usual rhythm.

“ッ〜〜〜〜！”

Jiruga was holding his arm, his face flushed red, grinding his teeth.

I don’t know if it’s because they’re engaged, but this guy’s obsession with Elmia is abnormal.

It seems like they are repeatedly engaging in noble harassment like they did earlier on a daily basis.

(If you’re going to cause any more harm to Elmia, it might be better to “take care of it” somewhere.)

As Jiruga and I exude an atmosphere of imminent conflict, a noblewoman hesitantly raises her hand to speak.

“Um, everyone, is it really okay to keep getting involved with that fool, Shalka? I think it’s almost time for the meeting.”

The next head of the Eerstein family, Carlotta la Eerstein.

She is a girl with long, lustrous purple hair flowing down her back.

The impressive bulge that can be seen even through her clothes is inherited from her mother, the head of the family.

At sixteen years old, he is one of the older candidates for the next head of the family.

“Y-yeah, I guess we should head to the venue soon…”

As if enchanted, I agree with Carlotta.

“Elmia, if you get involved with that fool any more, I have my own plans too…!”

Jiruga, with a parting shot like a stalker, left the scene with an irritated stomp.

“Lord Shalka, contrary to the rumors I heard, you seem quite calm and intelligent. I like you.”

Dinoren said that condescendingly.

I don’t like this at all, though.

“Thank you very much.”

“If you don’t mind, could you spare some time next time? Let’s have a little chat, just the two of us.”

“Yes, if the opportunity arises.”

I couldn’t grasp this orange-haired young man until the very end.

I don’t know if we’ll have the chance to meet again in the future, but it doesn’t seem wise to open my heart too easily.

“Shalka, you’re strong, but don’t get too carried away. I think you understand that.”

Elmia said with a somewhat solemn expression.

I see, so you’re saying not to make too many achievements on my first battle.

“Of course, Lady Elmia.”

“Hehe, if you understand, that’s good. Just make sure to listen carefully to what Geraldo says. Shalka looks a bit dangerous to watch.”

“Yes, I understand.”

“Well then… good luck, brother.”

“……”

Elmia whispered “big brother” in my ear and kissed my cheek.

And then, leading his entourage, he briskly left the balcony.

“…What was that all about?”

When I remembered the soft sensation of lips on my cheek, I felt an indescribable mix of joy and embarrassment.

I tighten my expression, which is about to soften with a grin, with steely determination.

At last, I am about to take my first step into battle.