I Reincarnated As A Villainess, But Why Did I Become A Cat Butler Instead? - Chapter 110

Chapter 55.2

‘Well, I thought Madam Elbas was the final boss of this family, though there was a stronger boss…’

Dimitri spoke discontentedly.

“I didn’t go because I thought that seeing my face would only upset your heart. It’s for grandmother’s sake since you don’t like me.”

I opened my mouth wide.

…Was it really okay to say something like that to your grandmother? It was an unconventional remark for me, having been born in Korea, where respect for elders is valued above all else. I ranked people by age, not ability.

‘Have you finished talking? This mannerless boy. That’s why I can’t like you, no matter how hard I try.’

Dimitri pursed his lips, ready to argue further, but I quickly tugged on his sleeve to stop him. This wasn’t the time to confront an old lady with anger.

‘I’m sorry, Grandmother. I didn’t have time beforehand.’

Even though I had become the Duchess, albeit through a contract, I should have taken the time to learn about his family and memorize their names—it was the most basic form of consideration. Still, this might sound like an excuse, but…

‘I didn’t think there would be any more adults in Blois because the novel only focused on Mrs. Elbas.’

Dimitri frowned and glanced at me, not understanding why I was apologizing.

Meanwhile, Madam. Elbas, who had a face that seemed like no blood would come out even if I stabbed her, grabbed one of grandmother’s arms, which was supported by a maid.

“Let’s go in, Mother. It’s been a while since you’ve ridden a carriage, so you’d better get some rest.”

“Yes. My back hurts.”

Grandmother Rosanne, who took a deep breath as if it was difficult, spoke as if notifying Dimitri.

“I’m going to stay for a few days, just so you know.”

“Without saying anything first…!”

“Do I have to ask for permission when I come here? You haven’t seen my face for a long time, but you must have already forgotten that my name has ‘Blois’ after it!”

At the shrill voice of Grandmother Rosanne, who spoke frightfully like a tiger, Dimitri tensed his body as he exposed his fangs.

He seemed surprised.

Although cats were naturally startled animals, it seemed to me that Dimitri was more irritated by Grandmother than by Madam Elbas.

“I’ve lived here longer than you and contributed to raising Blois this much. And now, you’re frowning at the fact that I’m only staying here for a few days? This wicked man

“….”

Grandmother swung her cane as if she were about to strike Dimitri’s shin, then clicked her tongue and headed into the mansion. When Grandmother Rosanne and Madame Elbas entered, the others who had come with them glanced at us before following them inside.

Dimitri, still watching their retreating backs, sighed and revealed something unexpected.

“It was my grandmother who hated me more than anyone, but she was the one who stopped the vassals and Madame Elbas from opposing me when I inherited the title of Duke.”

I didn’t even know about such a story. Hearing it, I began to understand why Dimitri seemed more nervous around Rosanne than with Madame Elbas.

‘She still holds significant power.’

Still, I wondered if her role was minimized in the novel because the focus was more on Madame Elbas. It was something I’d have to wait and see. Regardless, I nodded firmly in response to Dimitri’s words.

“I see.”

“You have no idea what she’s thinking. Grandmother is unpredictable. Be careful, Madam.”

“Don’t worry too much.”

Even though I said so, to be honest, I was not very confident. Still, we couldn’t keep Grandmother Rosanne and Madam Elbas waiting, so I took a deep breath and headed to the drawing room with him.

“Prepare some refreshments, Lucy.”

As we entered the drawing room after asking the maid, Grandmother Rosanne, sitting at the head of the table, offered the seats to us as if she were the master.

“Sit down, all of you.”

When we sat down, Madam Elbas spoke her words with a harsh voice while grandmother Rosanne was beside us like she was overseeing the conversation.

“Is it Lady Ramer?”

“It’s Rowaine.”

“Yes, Lady Rena. I’ll speak comfortably from now on.”

Dimitri, who was next to me, did not hide his displeasure with his arms crossed as if he had something to say. Madam Elbas started scolding me without giving him a glance.

“I heard that you’ve changed a large number of Blois’s employees.”

I thought she was going to bring up the last time I sat on her lap at Elbas’ mansion and played pranks on her, but she did not. Perhaps Dimitri had made a good excuse for that.

I told the truth as it was.

“Yes, we have been dealing with some of the negligent employees for embezzlement.”

“Are you saying that because you can’t crack down on one of your employees, you’re replacing them as if you were going to change accessories?”

Although it was Madam Elbas herself who deliberately tamed the employees without cracking down on them, she shamelessly blamed me instead.

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