Returning Home, But What?

After staying overnight at the inn, Baron Landmark and his entourage set out on their journey back early the next morning.

The return journey was smooth, with a one-night stop in a village along the way, and they reached the Landmark estate by noon the next day.

Upon entering the room, when Mother Cecile noticed the elf girl, she exclaimed,

"...Leanne-chan?"

"Cecile-chan?"

""Long time no see!"”

Kyaa!

Although surprised by Mother Cecile's girlish reaction, Grandmother Kay, who was called by Grandfather Kamiza, joined in, and now Jiro, who was unaware of the situation, felt left out.

Ryu had gotten used to this over the past few days, but it must be a shock for Jiro.

I get it, Jiro-onii-chan... I was the same.

Ryu patted Jiro's bewildered shoulder.

Grandfather Kamiza, Grandmother Kay, Father Farza, and Mother Cecile had apparently saved Leanne's hometown village.

They had also fought in the previous war alongside the villagers.

So, Grandfather Kamiza, being the savior and comrade of Leanne and others in the village, couldn't help but look up to them.

"Technically, I'm supposed to be Ryu's attendant?"

"With that atmosphere, it feels like you're Ryu's guardian, huh?"

To Jiro's observation, Ryu added.

"But Leanne doesn't seem like that type..."

Well, considering Leanne's troublemaker-like personality, Ryu thought there might be some issues.

Well, she's forgiven because she's still cute.

That was Ryu's evaluation.

"Well, everyone seems happy about it, so it's fine, right? I won't be around at school next year, so get along well."

"Are you going to the school in the capital?"

"Oh, I heard from Dad. Hmm... I have to decide soon when I think about the procedures, but I'm still pondering."

"With Jiro-onii-chan, it should be okay in the capital!"

"Thank you. But, since I'm just an average student, I might be fine attending the same school as Tauro-onii-chan."

Hmm, my brothers seem to undervalue themselves too much...

Although Tauro had been evaluated at school and understood his position, he remained humble.

Jiro probably felt the same way, thinking he was ordinary compared to those around him.

That's also the charm of his brothers, but Ryu wished they had a bit more confidence.

"So, this is Ryu's older brother Jiro?"

Leanne spoke to Ryu and Jiro, who were left out.

"From now on, I'll be serving under Ryu and the others as an attendant, so please take care of me."

Although her attitude was completely that of an employer, it seemed like a request from Leanne.

Jiro accepted it straightforwardly and replied.

"Please take care of Ryu."

Onii-chan, if you were an ordinary noble's child, that attitude would be worth scolding.

Although Ryu thought he should make a retort in his mind, this was the Landmark family, and this was probably normal, he concluded.

"Yes, I'll be here until the evening as usual."

It was about building the walls, which was a daily chore.

"Can't you take a break today?"

Jiro said, showing concern for Ryu.

"What's that? What do you usually do?"

Leanne seemed interested.

Then, Mother Cecile spoke up.

"If you see Ryu's daily routine, Leanne-chan, you'll be surprised."

Cecile gave her a mischievous look.

"Do something strange? In that case, I'll come along."

After Cecile's invitation, Leanne seemed eager.

"Alright, come along then."

Ryu immediately had the opportunity to surprise Leanne.

Ryu approached the partially constructed wall.

What is this kid up to?

Leanne was filled with curiosity.

Although Uncle Kamiza and others claimed that Ryu was an amazing kid, having versatile but not specialized skills could lead to a lifetime of struggles, especially in the beginning.

With the Appraisal skill, Ryu could make a decent living if he grew it well, but at his age, he shouldn't be capable of anything significant.

"Alright, here we go."

Ryu spoke to Leanne.

As he muttered “Castle Wall”, the ground trembled, and the earth rose, pushing the castle wall outward.

If it were just a simple dirt wall, even Leanne could do it. As a spirit user and possessing skills as a forest priest.

However, this scale was unheard of!

Moreover, each stone was meticulously crafted, making the construction sophisticated.

“Wait, what is this!?”

Leanne looked up, mouth agape, utterly astonished.

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