The Guardian Knight of Affection-Starved Young Ladies

67 – The Blue Spread in the Social Circle (10)

068.

“Hehe…”

“…”

It is understandable to be flustered.

After all, if a woman like Daphnis suddenly started crying in front of you.

There probably isn’t a man who could resist comforting her.

Kallen was no different.

But if there was a significant difference, it was that he had seen many women as beautiful as Daphnis.

No, it would be fair to say even more beautiful than Daphnis.

Sinat, Eliana, Selassia.

Not only had he met all these ladies, who were not easy for an ordinary noble to encounter, but he had also built special memories with each of them.

Anyway, Kallen was close with such beautiful ladies.

So, there was no reason to be flustered just because Daphnis suddenly cried.

However, standing idly by was not a good thing either.

Kallen approached the sobbing Daphnis.

A meaningless smile escaped him at that moment.

“…?”

“Thank you… I never thought you would actually accept…”

With that sudden emotional shift, Kallen awkwardly withdrew his outstretched hand.

Was she that eager to have dessert?

It didn’t seem like she lacked friends to go with, which was strange.

Kallen thought there must be another reason.

Still, smiling is much better than crying.

Deciding to think that way, he looked at the smiling Daphnis.

And Richeza, who had been watching the whole scene from the side.

She was almost shocked enough to collapse.

Daphnis was a perfectionist.

She wanted to do everything perfectly if it was within her reach, and she had ambition and a desire for improvement.

Richeza loved such a Daphnis and helped her from behind to ensure that pure desire was not broken.

Of course, that included matters involving men.

Richeza had dealt with so many men without Daphnis knowing that she couldn’t count them on both hands.

Daphnis was quite cute when it wasn’t related to something she had to take responsibility for.

And Daphnis showed such a cute side only to Richeza herself.

Richeza feels a great sense of pride in that fact.

So it’s no wonder she almost fainted from the shock.

Daphnis’s silly, cute laughter is something Richeza has to make quite an effort to hear.

Such a precious laugh, directed at a man.

It’s fortunate that the person who understands her words is Kalen.

If it were any other livestock, they would have already taken Daphnis and left.

“When are you available…?”

“…You’re making quite a detailed promise.”

“Well, it might get glossed over… I have no other intentions…”

Snap…

I swear.

Richeza is certain that she has never seen Daphnis use such a cute tone.

Not even with her best friend, herself.

If you really think about it, Daphnis always wants to show a perfect image.

But with Kalen, who is close to the three young ladies of Dranus, Lacatus, and Hyat, it might have the opposite effect.

Daphnis must be unconsciously loosening up, finding joy in having another means to talk to Kalen.

Daphnis has changed since the day she first met Kalen.

Like a girl in love.

She asked around about how to approach a man, in a cute and detailed manner.

She denied it, but Richeza was sure that Daphnis fell in love with Kalen at first sight.

Didn’t she see it that day?

Daphnis was dazed when she first saw Kalen.

It took a lot of effort to quell the rumors that the young lady of Rkalin had fallen in love.

It’s an opportunity to get closer to such a person.

It’s understandable that Daphnis is unconsciously loosening up.

“I’ll be a bit busy for a while. I’m planning to help Sinat take over the family business safely.”

“Oh… then…”

“But it won’t take long. I have personal matters too, so I’ll come by during that time.”

“Got it…”

Who could look at that sight and not think of a girl in love?

Her hands, clasped tightly in front of her, fidgeted incessantly.

Her head bowed slightly, hiding her flushed cheeks.

Love, in its essence, and one’s true feelings.

Sometimes, others understand it better than oneself.

Of course, in most cases, one knows best.

But that’s when one cannot objectively look into their own heart.

Right now.

Like Daphnis LeCalin.

“…”

Richeza muttered as she watched the scene.

Even if Kalen could communicate unlike other livestock, it didn’t matter.

Daphnis was hers.

She wouldn’t give that cute and lovely girl to anyone.

Literally.

Because Richeza ‘loved’ Daphnis.

At least,

That’s what Richeza thought.

That’s also why she considered other men as livestock.

Not because they acted like livestock.

But because they couldn’t understand her heart.

They didn’t know Daphnis’s cuteness, nor did they understand Richeza’s affection for her.

If they weren’t livestock, what else could they be?

Therefore.

Even if Kalen was the only one who could communicate, she couldn’t yield.

Richeza finished her thoughts and stepped between the two.

“I want to go too~.”

“Lady Richeza…?”

“Is it not allowed, Lady Daphnis? Lord Kalen?”

“Ah… It’s not that it’s not allowed…”

Daphnis alternated his gaze between Lichessa and Kalen.

Lichessa felt very sorry for Daphnis’ disappointed look, but there was nothing she could do.

She didn’t want to trample on her feelings for Kalen either.

She had no choice but to keep an eye on Kalen.

Yes…

This is a confirmation.

To confirm whether Kalen is truly a man worthy of Daphnis’ affection.

Isn’t it absurd for my dear friend to be infatuated with a man who is nothing?

She would never give her heart to anyone other than Daphnis.

She could judge more objectively than anyone else.

Lichessa linked arms with Daphnis and quietly watched Kalen.

“By the way… what are they talking about inside that they haven’t come out yet?”

“Indeed.”

Kalen, Daphnis, and even Lichessa.

The three of them had been talking for a long time.

Considering the reputation of Ecclesia and the size of the tea house.

The time allowed today was more than enough for Sinat to complete basic education.

More than enough, to the point of having time left over.

But as Daphnis wondered.

The young ladies who had disappeared inside showed no sign of coming out.

“Should we go?”

Daphnis asked.

Although unexpectedly accompanied by Lichessa.

He had achieved his goal of meeting Kalen alone and advancing their relationship.

Instead of following Sinat’s signal, he stayed here to express his purpose to Kalen.

Having achieved that goal, he was curious about what was being discussed inside.

As mentioned, no matter how much they were praised as the famous flowers of the social world.

They were just girls of their age.

What kind of stories were being exchanged?

Curiosity led to more curiosity, and they could listen to a country woman’s love story with great interest.

“If it hasn’t come out after this much time, I think it’s okay to go in.”

Even with Riche’s appropriate response.

Daphnis nodded slightly and turned to go inside but hesitated.

Because Kallen came to mind.

They had been talking so much that they lost track of time, and Daphnis forgot that Kallen, being a man, couldn’t go inside.

“It’s okay.”

“…I’m sorry. But it should be over soon.”

“One should be able to wait that long.”

Kallen nodded at Riche’s unusually strict words.

A response indicating he understood his situation of not being able to go inside.

Daphnis nodded back.

Riche turned without unlinking her arm from Daphnis’s.

The two ladies headed to the regular meeting place of Ecclesia.

*

Creak-

The large door opened.

A familiar table came into view.

A place decorated like a temple from mythology.

A space created for the authority of Ecclesia.

Daphnis and Riche stepped into the familiar place, meeting unfamiliar gazes.

“Were you waiting?”

“It took longer than expected.”

Led by Sinat, Eliana, and Selassia.

Even close friends like Belle and Aileen sat and looked at them as they just entered.

Riche, quickly grasping the situation, asked.

Sinat smiled leisurely.

“Did you have a good talk with Kal?”

“Kal…?”

“Kallen.”

Daphnis, for a moment.

A slight shiver ran down my spine.

I thought I had avoided his gaze, but did he know all along?

Sinat was sitting with a bright smile, resting his chin on his hands.

“…I didn’t know you were waiting.”

“It’s okay. Talking with Kal is enjoyable.”

It felt like he was subtly emphasizing the name ‘Kal’.

Just as Daphnis was about to respond.

“…Please, have a seat, both of you. Lady Dranus has something to say…”

Eliana quietly gestured to the empty seats.

The two ladies, realizing why they had been waiting, found their seats without a word.

Clap-

After confirming that Daphnis and Liches had taken their seats.

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Sinat released his chin from his hands and clapped.

Naturally, everyone’s attention was drawn.

Sinat paused for a moment before speaking.

“Now that everyone is here.”

Since Sinat had asked the other ladies to gather.

Now that Daphnis and Liches were here too.

It seemed he was finally going to reveal the reason.

Having gone through the trouble.

Eliana and Selasia were also curious.

All the ladies’ gazes converged.

“I humbly ask for your favor.”

Sinat’s eyes curved gently.

“Would you please attend the commemorative banquet held by the Dranus family?”