It Seems I've Been Reincarnated As A Mob Character In An Otome Game World, But The Prince Dropped Out Before It Even Started - Episode 11

One day, the young servant who had been close to him suddenly disappeared, and a body that was clearly beaten and killed was found outside the castle.

He went out without permission. Cedi-sama, who was protesting against those around him who judged that he had carelessly approached a dangerous area and got into trouble, eventually gave up after his attendants continued to be killed.

Even the Empress, as expected, doesn’t meddle with the high-ranking noble-born attendants who have strong backing.

So, he replaced all the servants from lower noble families with those from the dark faction, and still, just to be safe, Lord Cedi started keeping a distance from his servants.

Unless there’s a very good reason, I won’t start a conversation myself. I don’t show any signs of being close.

I started serving him after the switch began, but I had no complaints about him being called the “Cold Prince.”

Because Ian-sama and the other high-ranking noble attendants who have been here for a while provided such excellent support.

The first prince’s attendant, said to have a bond of steel. It was a considerate gesture from a senior, understandable to newcomers.

You taught me various things like the meaning of Lord Cedi’s silent eye contact and how to read the atmosphere.

They don’t change their expression much, but their eyes narrow a bit. They never yell, either.

Actually, you’ve been looking out for me in various ways.

You don’t show any familiarity, but you understand that being truly cold is not the right way to go.

For example, the sweets served during tea time.

“The selfish first prince always prepares a lot and ends up not eating it.”

But the leftovers are given to the servants. The strawberry petit tarts I love are always left over in multiples. Munch munch.

The always considerate Cedi-sama, who usually takes care of his attendants, spoke directly to me, the lowly subordinate!

Right now, I’m the only one in this room (excluding Senpai Tenjou).

Is it okay to accept the invitation?

Since the intention to drop out was indicated, the surveillance on Lord Cedi has decreased. It shouldn’t be a problem… probably.

Alright, if you insist, I’ll accept.

Before you say that underlings have no right to refuse, I was a bit… no, quite happy to hear my name called.

Thank you very much, I’m happy to be approached.

So, what kind of story is it?

I took advantage of the situation and sat in front of Lady Cedi.

With a smile, as usual, I talk to them.

Even if Lord Cedi doesn’t initiate conversations externally, it is the daily routine of the First Prince’s faction for the attendants to approach instead.

Lord Cedi narrowed his golden eyes and gazed at me, slowly sipping his tea.

“Thank you for always providing safe and warm meals and tea, Alexis.”

“!!”

It’s a word of gratitude!

The heartfelt eye contact is sent, but the lines that Ian-sama used to say. I’m hearing them directly now.

To my moved self, Lady Cedi continues.

“Finally, I can leave the royal capital.”

The watchful eyes on me have considerably loosened. If I continue to isolate myself in the outskirts like this, eventually the interference will cease.

“Yes”

Maybe.

Unless the Empress decides to kill them, they can escape just like this!

“That’s why from now on… I want to call you by a nickname.”

！！！！

Lord Cedi, such a… such a modest wish.

Indeed, others call me Alexis, but hasn’t Lord Cedi ever called me that?

To avoid showing familiarity with the Empress, Cedi-sama does not call anyone by their nickname. As for Ian-sama, who has a short name that can’t be abbreviated, that’s one thing, but even the easily recognizable Hugh is called Hubert properly.

Even his fiancée, Miss Beatrice, didn’t call him by the affectionate nickname “Tris” (they weren’t close to begin with), and even his half-brother, Prince David, didn’t call him “Dave.”

Speaking of which, the villainous noble lady and the second prince were definitely using pet names for each other in that secluded place… The underworld knows.

Even if they are childhood friends, I think it’s infidelity for a man and woman of marriageable age, one of whom is engaged to someone else, to secretly call each other by pet names.

That aside, the ban on using nicknames for Lord Cedi’s subordinates has been lifted.

“Of course, Master Cedi!”

Please feel free to call me Alexis.

“Thank you… Alexis”

Ah, Lord Cedi’s bashful smile is beautiful… You’ve been pretending to be someone you’re not even to your subordinates all this time, haven’t you?

From now on, please feel free to call everyone by their nicknames without hesitation.