# 64
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Lucio, who was carrying Diana, turned first and went down the stairs, so we followed him quietly.
I think it was pretty loud before he came out.
Surprisingly, everyone became incredibly calm, as if they had made a promise.
But Allen, as if he couldn't bear the silence, crept up and said.
“Leah, I wish you a speedy recovery.”
“Huh?”
“Then I'll let you have the chocolate fountain again, you like that.”
Even though he was very arrogant, I couldn't help but laugh at the way he seemed to be checking my reaction to see if I liked him.
I don't have a younger brother, but Allen was so sweet that I wondered if it would be like this if I had one.
“That's right, I like it, as expected, Young Master is the best.”
As expected, Allen seemed satisfied with what I said, and the corner of his mouth twitched.
Unlike the teacher, who didn't even flinch an eyebrow when I complimented him, his reaction was so sincere that I felt like I was doing the same.
“Besides, the chocolate fountain is really the best, so it's not a lie.”
When I felt better and started to laugh, Allen suddenly closed his eyes and showed a blank expression.
When I turned my head in embarrassment, Jack also had a strange expression on his face.
“Did you do something strange?”
I blinked in confusion.
* * *
In a gentle mood, they arrived at Leia's newly decorated room.
"amazing."
Leia was surprised to see that the room was larger and more comfortable than the guest room she had previously stayed in at the mansion.
“Now, be careful.”
As soon as Taiz placed Leah on the soft bed, Leah said, “Ah!” He made a sound.
A pink dress and Bianca's letter were laid out on a large, soft bed that looked like it would be nice to curl up with Diana.
The dress that I thought was ruined from last night's incident was clean, and the crumpled letter was in good condition.
Holding the dress and the letter in her arms, Leah was thrilled to realize that the Duke and Duchess had done this for me.
Allen frowned when he saw Leah's eyes becoming cloudy.
As a cool breeze blew through the wide-open window, the scent of fresh flowers decorating the room filled the room, making Allen feel even more uncomfortable.
“Hmph. Now, if you come and do something like this, do you think anyone will notice?”
Allen said displeasedly as he lifted the vase full of flowers from the garden, which were in full bloom after the rain last night.
Only then did Leah discover the flowers that beautifully decorated the room.
At the same time, there was also the presence of the maids who had been looking at Leia with nervous eyes ever since they arrived in the room.
Was he expressing his regret for the past by decorating his room like this?
Leah had always been ignored and looked down upon, but when she faced these complex feelings of guilt and favoritism, she felt a little embarrassed.
"You don't like it either? Should I throw this away?"
"no !"
At that time, Allen asked while holding a vase, and Leia quickly shook her head.
“I love it.”
The bodies of the workers who were tense at Leah's answer relaxed.
Allen became more upset.
"Aren't you angry? Why do you look so stupid?"
However, since he said that he was fine and had nothing more to say, Allen closed his mouth in dissatisfaction and put the vase aside.
“Put it on!”
At that time, Diana got out of Lucio's arms and started running around the room as if looking around.
He seemed happy that Leah was staying in the room next to me.
Leia, who was looking at this with satisfaction, turned her gaze to Lucio.
“Sir, please give me the book.”
The sight of him holding a book was on my mind all the time, so I quickly extended my hand.
Then I winced and shivered without realizing it.
The sound of breathing can also be heard nearby.
“Tsk, I put it a little farther away.”
Lucio, who took a step closer as if he were handing her a book, grabbed Lia's wrist and muttered.
“It looks like it will break at any moment.”
Even though he was a child, Lucio frowned as he looked at the slim wristlet that could be held with one hand and still have room for a long time.
In his eyes, Leia's wrists seemed weaker than bare tree branches in winter.
Leia was surprised when she watched Lucio repeatedly gently grab her wrist and release it as if it were his own.
I didn't know how to react, so I couldn't even remove my hand and just rolled my eyes.
Allen who looked like he had seen a ghost, Tice who had a dazed face, and Jack and Diana with wide eyes were watching this scene.
Leia's face lit up in an instant.
She looked at Lucio again in confusion, but he didn't seem to be aware of the attention around him.
'Does this person have no shame?'
I knew he had a carefree personality, but I never thought he would care so much about others.
'Of course, it's obvious that you just pity the poor kid!'
However, Leia couldn't get over her embarrassment and hurriedly pulled her wrist away from him.
Fortunately, I didn't hold it tightly at all, as if it would break if I used too much force, so I was able to escape Lucio's grip.
However, Lucio narrowed his eyebrows as if he was upset by that. Then he stared at Leia without saying a word.
As time passed, the gaze became more intense, and the atmosphere in the room, which had been full of silence, gradually became strange.
Leia couldn't take it any longer, so she shook her fingers and asked softly.
“Sir, why are you looking at me like that?”
Lucio was silent.
However, I couldn't say it out loud because I felt sorry for his pale skin after being sick all night.
“This is the key to the main library.”
After a moment of silence, Lucio placed the book on the bedside table, took out a key from his pocket and handed it to Leia.
“I will be returning to the academy soon, so you can keep it while I am away.”
“Aaaaaaaa...”
“Open the library and enter it whenever you want and feel comfortable.”
Lucio narrowed his eyes as he looked at Leia, who had a blank expression and no answer. I thought you would definitely like it. The reaction was different than I expected.
'Is this why you're worried?'
Laughing uncontrollably or chattering enthusiastically is always in front of others.
I always see this stiff, tense look.
“If you don't need the key...”
“No, no!”
Leah shouted urgently as she made a gesture that seemed to remove the key again.
Then she quickly took the key from Lucio's hand and looked at it, holding it tightly with both hands in case he took it away.
The sight looked like a squirrel carrying an acorn, and Lucio laughed unintentionally.
“Huh.”
Allen, who always seemed haunted by a ghost, rubbed his eyes and brought his face closer to Lucio's.
“Brother, are you crazy?”
When Lucio frowned at his insulting language, Allen quickly swallowed his saliva and corrected himf.
“No, you seem to be in pain somewhere.”
"I'm fine."
“But why… Isn’t there really something wrong? Was the academy exam that difficult? Well, it won’t be easy to get the highest grades every time, but you should still think about your health.”
“Allen.”
As if to stop Allen, who was constantly muttering, Lucio called his name.
However, Allen raised his voice in protest.
“It's because my brother is acting weird all of a sudden! Don't you think so too?”
Allen asked Tice urgently, who knew Lucio's usual appearance, as if seeking approval.
When the topic was suddenly brought up, Taiz, who was sweating profuy, blinked in embarrassment.
When Lucio's cold gaze fell on him, as if demanding an answer, Tez cleared his throat and quickly turned his head.
That's when the eyes of Jack and Lucio, who were watching the scene from the side, met.
“I think you like Nona too!”
Diana screamed and fell into Leia's arms.
Leia's shoulder jumped in shock, but Lucio patted Diana on the head without responding.
In an atmosphere of mixed surprise and bewilderment, Leia smiled awkwardly, feeling indescribable.
* * *
“Heeeeh.”
I yawned long and enjoyed the sunshine in a sleepy mood.
Thanks to the Duchess who wouldn't let me leave my bed, let alone my room, until I recovered, I was living the lazy life of a lazy cat for days.
When I was in an orphanage or when I was a ar on the street, this was something I couldn't even dream of, and even after entering the guild, I was busy learning different things and doing my duties every day, so I never had this kind of free time.
I loved the fun and peaceful daily life I had for the first time in my life.
“However, it is a bit frustrating to be stuck in the room.”
I, who had been leaning against the window and was bruised, stretched and moved my body.
Now I feel fine and no longer have any pain, but when I try to stay still and do nothing, I feel pain.
I have already read all the books Lucio brought me, and Diana often visits Allen, but for some reason it was quiet today.
Viscount Bardot, who came to check on her condition in the morning, said that it looked like she could start moving around now, so he decided to play hide and seek with Diana.
“Ah! I must ask the lady to send me a message.”
While I was looking for an excuse to go out, I groaned and got off the couch in front of the window.
And last night, I finally held my first completed dissertation in my arms.
While I was thinking about responding, a lot of time passed with different things happening.
He probably wasn't waiting for my response, but I left the room intending to send it anyway.
“Aaa!”
Suddenly the maid who was sweeping the hall opened the door and seemed surprised to see me come out.
Then I immediately ran over and asked.
"Are you okay? Can you come out?"