Marquis' Express Butler

There's only one way to avoid it, right? Expanding a frontal battle and pressing it with overwhelming force.

I recited it as it is.

Lord Paramella nods, but his serious expression remains. He continued to say as if he was expecting my answer.

“There's another way. A sure and safe way. ”

It's a sure and safe way.

I was confident in my skills, but the problem was that I didn't know what apprentice knights would come out against me.

I've seen the apprentice knights train for a while, but I've never actually fought them, so I don't know how good they are.

If you're as good as Calmond, who's been my man lately, you should try it. I even won both fights with him.

But Calmond was careless when he was ambushed in the warehouse, and excited for the second duel. That is, I did not perform well.

But this fight is different.

The opponent is likely to run to the death to increase its value, as it is formally staged and is likely to be watched by superiors and royal families.

In short, it is a troublesome situation.

That means you can't pull the Mana circuits and cut the opponent with a sword.

That would make it a hundred percent military march. I don't like knights, even if I give them a job as a knight captain. As I have said many times, the army is enough only once.

Anyway, if it wasn't for the sword, I'd give it my best shot. I felt like I was hurting the other person for no reason.

In the meantime, one word from Paramella was worthy to tempt my ears. Because he looked convinced.

“May I ask how that works? If there's anything I can do.... ”

“You've done enough. We need to get knighted right now. ”

“Yes?”

I was surprised. It wasn't an act, and he wasn't joking. The solemn expression that was still being maintained was telling the truth.

I asked.

“What specifically are you asking me to be knighted? Was the knighthood that easy for the common man to receive? ”

“First, you have to live as an apprentice knight for three years to become a knight. ”

“I know that. ”

“But you can skip the process. The Lord wanted to crown you Baron for saving Sapiella's life the other day. ”

I didn't really understand what he meant.

I was reminded of the time I met Count Kronos. At that time, he said he would appoint me as a formal butler and give me the title of half-man in exchange for saving his life.

What does that have to do with anything?

“From now on, you'll be the head of the Adeline family. So if you want, you can take the knight's test right away. I could be an honorary knight. I think you can pass the test enough. Honestly, I don't think you stepped on the Prince's foot by mistake. Isn't he hiding his talent? ”

I heard the last word as if I didn't know.

“So, are you saying that I should ask my master for the title of Baron Jun Nam again and then take the knight test? ”

“Precisely.”

“That might be a little difficult. ”

“Why?”

“It's not foaming up. ”

Have you gone too far? Lord Paramella's solemn expression falls at once.

“You turned it down nicely, and now you'll look like shit if you come and ask for it. My master will find me odd. I did a great job, but I kind of fell down. ”

“Ha.”

Lord Paramella sighs, his jaw twitching. But he didn't back off easily.

“Let me ask you something. Are the eyes around you more important than your life? ”

“It's not like that, but I think it's necessary. I'm a little worried about the Dalian, but I think it's worth a try. ”

“We have a match. You'll find the best apprentice there is. ”

“Do you have a name? I have a friend there, too. ”

“Arthurs.”

Oh, shit.

This is how it goes. The status window I saw is accurate. Moreover, he was a knight's dream tree with 4-star talents, various traits and levels.

I can't believe I'm about to face him. Honestly, my heart is getting chewy.

“With all due respect, can I ask you a question? ”

“Whatever.”

“I don't understand why Sir Paramella cares so much about me. I think you're a little different from the Lorenz I used to meet when you were serving Miss Sapiella. ”

“I had to. ”

Lord Paramella is silent for a moment. Instead of silence, I felt like I was choosing a word to look at me.

After a while, he gives you an answer.

“Actually, I'm a butler myself. ”

“Really?"

“I don't have to hide the past from you. Everyone here knows my story. ”

Somehow, unlike a typical defensive and rough knight, there's a delicate side to it. I had no idea you were a butler.

“Then why did you take the article test? Not a good fit? ”

“There was a clear goal. ”

“Is that what this is about? ”

He nods quietly.

This is getting more and more interesting. Confucius Hamel, who I judged, was a completely different person. A man far enough away from family heirlooms to continue his ruined life with hidden ambitions.

Not only was smoke A rank, but swordsmanship, tactics, and cunning were also A ranks. I can't imagine what a genius A rank would be if it were a D rank.

“I can't say I didn't. I chose the third Duke to look a little higher. He's ambitious, as it may seem. A brilliant swordsman, of course. ”

“You're in a higher dividend rate than you are in a safe place. ”

“Yes. That's why I became a knight, so I could bring you here now. I was given the same orders as you, but I was able to avoid the crisis by using a technique that directed me to the knights. ”

Now I understand this situation. Apparently, the Confucius was spreading his foot on purpose and was looking for someone desperate.

Then let's solve just one more question.

I asked.

“Everything's fine. Then why are you telling me such an important thing? If I spread a rumor on the other side.... ”

Surprisingly, Sir Paramella laughed and said frankly.

“Who would believe a common butler apprentice? Rather, they'll disappear without a whisper, accusing him of speaking behind his back. ”

“I see.”

“I chose you because the Confucius liked you. The Duke is gathering talent to support him now. And then you caught my eye. ”

“I shouldn't have stepped on you."

I had a bloody laugh. I never thought I'd get caught up in something so unintended. Maybe if you'd seen the future, you wouldn't have stepped on it.

But now I have no choice.

“If you want to take the article test, I'll report the procedure. Then you'll have no natural rivalry. ”

“No, I refuse. ”

“Why?”

“Arthur. I wanted to fight him once. The stage will be magnificent, so I want to give it a shot. ”

“You're clearly mad. ”

He sighs, and I shake my head lightly.

“Isn't the steward's pride a match for the knights' pride? I'm a butler apprentice, so I have to fight hard for other butlers' motivations and teachers. ”

“Good. I'm not suggesting it anymore. I wish you luck."

“Thank you."

Lord Paramella leaves the room first. I didn't follow behind him. I stood in an empty room for a moment and cleared my mind.

* * *

After a boring afternoon, the sun sets.

Looking out the window, I took a break, and I began to trim my sword with a cloth again.

The battle is only a few hours away.

An informant told me that a temporary training ground is being built in the backyard. The people who work, of course, show tremendous interest.

So I revised the strategy.

At first, I tried to take down Arthurs with a Mana handgun, but I decided not to. If you use such a weapon at the center of attention, it will become noisy.

“Can I defeat him with a sword? ”

I wasn't sure, but I thought it was worth a try.

I was the ‘Mana User’ who claimed to be rare.

Take Mana to the next level and use it as an error. I'm going to wear my armor and coat my weapons with just a little coat so I can support my sword with mystical power.

Fortunately, there is no wizard in the late Adeline, so no one will notice that I've turned Mana into an error.

People who use Mana are rare, but the error is not so rare. If you get caught, it's just a rough ride.

At that moment, you hear a knock and the door snaps open. I put down my sword and greeted the guest.

It was Arwen.

Instinctively, I think I know why Arwen came. Sapiella, isn't that the messenger of love?

“The lady asked me to bring him here right now. ”

“Really? I've got to get ready for a duel. They're all over the place. ”

Earlier, Chief Janroff called me. However, he has stated that he will come after the duel to prepare for the duel.

“ ……. ”

“Come on. ”

Arwen's expression is full of water. It's an apprentice, but he's worried about the news of a battle with the Knight.

I didn't want to talk about it for long. Long story short, results do not change. I put the sword into the sword and stood up.

“Let's go.”

I went out first, and Arwen just stood there staring at me.

“What are you doing? I'm going alone? ”

“Dylan, are you sure you're okay? I heard you're fighting with a real sword... But if you get hurt... ”

“It's okay. Don't worry. ”

I felt like crying. I just left. Nothing will comfort her now. It's quick to show the results.

When I arrived at the home of the spiritual one, Laurentz was looking at me unwillingly. I knocked on the door, ignoring him.

“Miss, it's Dylan. ”

“Come in.”

As she goes inside, she sits in a graceful pose and grabs the car. It was nice to feel like it had been a long time, but she didn't give me any attention.

Even after waiting for a long time, she did not tell me her purpose.

We can't keep wasting time, I asked first.

“I heard you called. ”

“ ……. ”

“Lady.”

I got a little closer. It was a simple example to do this without orders. But I didn't think the spirituality would be so careful of me.

“I'll listen to you if you have any concerns. I am your faithful servant. ”

“... I'm sorry. ”

“Why are you telling me you're sorry? ”

Then Sapiella looked up at me and said,

“I couldn't protect my man. ”

The small words resonated with me.