The Black-haired Noblewoman, Who Disguised Herself, Seems To Have Been Doted On While Serving As The Caretaker For The Duke Who Dislikes Women - Episode 30

I was taken aback by the words of the Marquis Bracey’s daughter. No way. I can’t stand being misunderstood like that.

“N-No! Absolutely not… I really…”

“You’re trying to seduce Lord Lloyd, drawn in by his status and beauty, aren’t you? You’re such a foolish and shameless girl. Listen well, I’m warning you. Don’t even think about getting close to him. He’s not someone who would waste his time on a lowly girl like you. If you even think for a moment that you could catch his eye… I will make you regret it without fail. Don’t make me angry.”

Huh… huh…!?

I couldn’t help but want to raise my voice. Why? Why do I have to be subjected to such terrible words? I am just a maid in the Harrington Duke’s household. I have no intention of getting close to the master, and I certainly have no reason to be reproached like this by a lady from another family.

However… if I carelessly argue here and make him angry, it might trouble my husband. I don’t know what kind of relationship they have, but it’s clear that their families are both influential in the kingdom.

Thinking that, I held back and quietly looked down.

When the young lady left to return to work, Ms. Amanda apologetically expressed her concern.

“I’m sorry, Michelle. I couldn’t say anything to help you…”

“Ah! Please don’t worry about that, Amanda! Even I understand that, given our position, we could never dare to speak to someone so noble without permission.”

When she hurriedly said that, Amanda-san smiled slightly.

“Thank you… Well, let’s pull ourselves together and get back to work.”

“That’s right! …Um, but before that, could I confirm something? What is the relationship between you and that Lady Bracey, if I may ask?”

Thinking that it would be good to keep it in mind for the future, I asked Amanda, and she tilted her head slightly in confusion.

“We don’t know the details either. But you see, that young lady regularly visits this mansion to see the master. It’s just a guess, but… I wonder if she has feelings for him.”

“Right? It definitely seemed that way, didn’t it?”

“Yes. The young lady comes to see us like that, but as far as I know, her parents have never shown their faces. It doesn’t seem like our families are particularly close either. And the reason she suddenly snapped at you, my dear, is probably because she felt anxious. I think her husband might have special feelings for you.”

“Eh? Hehe, no way. That’s impossible, right? We don’t feel that way at all.”

I can’t help but laugh at Amanda’s words. If a lady from a marquis family with such a glamorous beauty harbors such a sense of rivalry towards me, I would be surprised. It’s utterly misplaced.

Then Amanda leaned in to look at my face and smiled mischievously.

“Oh? Really? Your husband is such a wonderful person, isn’t he? Don’t you find yourself getting a little fluttery?”

“No, not at all. Sure, I think you are kind and wonderful, but I feel too honored… For me, you are a lifesaver. I have no other purpose for being here than to repay your kindness.”

While I answered firmly, I was actually a bit nervous inside. Amanda-san… could it be that she’s trying to gauge my feelings right now…? Like, is this girl also in love with my husband, just like me…?

“The theory that Amanda secretly has feelings for her husband is becoming more and more convincing to me, so even if it’s true, I will be more cautious with my words. I don’t want to make Amanda anxious.”

After hearing my response, Amanda chuckled and said, “I can see why your husband trusts you.”

“Then, Michelle, is there a guy you like?”

“Me? Yes, particularly. My life has been completely devoid of romance.”

When I answered like that, Amanda chuckled and said, shaking her shoulders in amusement.

“Hehehe… Your life is still just beginning, isn’t it? You’re talking like a wise old lady.”

“Oh, that’s true. …Until now, it was a life without any connection.”

“Hehe. That’s right. From now on, you won’t know.”

While talking and laughing about such things as we headed to the next cleaning spot, I was reminiscing about the young lady from earlier.

Miss Bracey, the Marquis’s daughter… So that’s what she’s like. Padma often talked to Countess Avery about her…

I suddenly remember the conversations of those two that I often heard while I was at the count’s mansion.

“Ugh…! I really can’t stand that person!”

“Did Lady Deena Bracey say something to you again at the academy, Padma?”

“That’s right, Mother! Lady Deena was saying things like, ‘Padma’s hair ornament today is in bad taste,’ and ‘Can’t you even choose decent shoes?’ and ‘You’re always so inconsiderate…’ It’s always like this on her bad days, and it’s so troublesome. She just takes it out on me. I’m so fed up!”

“Well, she’s still the same arrogant young lady as ever. …But, Padma, you understand, right? You mustn’t offend the young lady of the Bracey Marquis family. Endure even on days like this. Building a close relationship with the daughter of the Bracey Marquis family from now on will be advantageous for our family in the future. The Marchioness is a key figure in high society.”

“I know! That’s why I’m putting up with it!”

From their conversation, it is clear that Padma and the young lady of the Bracey Marquis family are well-acquainted. Was Padma perhaps like an attendant to the young lady?

Well, even so, I don’t think I should be so nervous… After all, Padma isn’t coming here, and I won’t be meeting them again. …I shouldn’t, right?

Such an event happened, and the following week.

The Marquis of Bracey’s daughter visited the Harrington Duke’s residence once again.