I Reincarnated As A Villainess, But Why Did I Become A Cat Butler Instead? - Chapter 102

Chapter 51.2

Even though Dimitri was very annoyed, Herman excitedly looked around the guest room and unpacked.

“Dimitri, are you okay?”

I asked as I peered into his eyes like a sinner. This was because Dimitri, who usually sent all guests to the annex, had to give Erman a guest room in the main building because of Coco and Sasha, who were now living in the annex.

Having walked back and forth in front of the window in exasperation, he turned to me and spoke firmly.

“You can’t put that brazen bastard and those brats in one place. I don’t know what kind of adverse impact it might have.”

Those words made me feel grateful, and it was reasonable.

‘Besides, the fact we wouldn’t know where Coco and Sasha are going to go also contributes to the reason we can’t send him there.’

If they get caught up in a quarrel, it could give Herman a reason to stay here for a long time.

Dimitri ground his teeth.

“If we can’t send him to the stables, we can’t help it.”

I just smiled awkwardly as I actually watched him with my own eyes, making the butler ask Herman if he could stay in the stable…

The butler, who went to Herman and politely delivered Dimitri’s words, was now helping Herman as he calmly unpacked his belongings in the guest room after saying that he could not sleep there because he was sensitive and had trouble sleeping.

…Well, perhaps the most daring was Dimitri, who empowered the stable to guests.

Dimitri, who had a dissatisfied look, called the commander of the knights and ordered him.

“Place knights on every floor to ensure that Count Heres’ every move is carefully monitored. If he shows any signs of attempting something foolish with the Duchess or any of the cat shapeshifters, break his wrist and call me… No, just behead him.”

I glanced at Viscount Hyle Bilph, startled by the harsh command.

The Viscount simply closed his eyes as if in understanding and nodded as though to say, ‘The commander of the knights will handle this wisely, so there’s no need to worry.’

Judging by the calm expression on the commander’s face, he seemed accustomed to such orders. Seeing that, I quietly left the office, hoping to give Dimitri some space to cool down and regain his composure.”

Viscount Hyle Bilph, who followed me, smiled broadly and opened his mouth.

“His Excellency isn’t always like that.”

He seemed to want to defend Dimitri to me.

“Is that so?”

“Yes. Even if he was sensitive at times, it wasn’t to this extent. Perhaps it’s because he has something to protect.”

“….?”

“Madam Rowaine, Coco, and Sasha… His Grace is very sensitive to matters directly related to the safety of the three of you.”

…Is that so?

‘I have the healing powers he needs, so even that, hearing that it was Coco and Sasha too, was surprising.’

Did he not patiently endure and accept those children because of me?

However, if you think about it, he was quite generous in being patient. Coco and Sasha, who were initially kicked out of the annex, were now enjoying the main building to their heart’s content. They were even having dinner with Dimitri.

‘…Sometimes, he seems very unfriendly, and at other times, he seems like a person with a lot of affection.’

I was grateful for the Viscount’s kindness in looking after me and sharing this information. So, in return, I offered him a story I thought he might appreciate.

“It seems Dimitri has been unable to concentrate on his work lately because of me. I know Viscount Hyle Bilph has been struggling. If Count Heres leaves with the hounds, Dimitri will have some peace of mind, and I’ll take this chance to suggest we separate the offices.”

The Viscount, who normally had sharp eyes and a fierce demeanor, now looked as though his eyes were sparkling with delight. It was quite the contrast to his usual image.

“Are you sure?”

“Yes. So, until then, please endure even if it is difficult.”

We exchanged favors and kind words like that before coming down the stairs in a friendly way. At that moment, I ran into Herman who was coming up the stairs.

“Ah, Duchess.”

Herman, who held two wine glasses in one of his hands and a bottle of wine in the other, rejoiced. He smiled brightly as he brushed his hair and swept the dazzling blonde hair that ran down his forehead.

“I was just looking for someone to drink with. This is good.”

Of course, I was going to reject him.

However, before I could utter a word of refusal, he opened his mouth with a sorrowful face.

“You don’t know how depressed I am to have been rejected by everyone I met on the way. The sweet and gentle Duchess wouldn’t turn me down, would she?”

“No. I’m going to have to say no, too.”

“….!”

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