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The scene of the Empress slapping young Ferdinand and wounding him to blood.
That scene was something I had never seen before even in the game, so I was very confused as well
“It might have been better not to give him anything at all.”
I felt embarrassed when I remembered the cotton handkerchief I had given Ferdinand.
A cheap handkerchief that only the general public uses...
“But I had no other choice.”
Obray and Lilius were very spiteful even after I arrived at the main castle.
So I could barely buy any new dresses, and I couldn't get any decent daily supplies.
“At least Rock took care of my living situation, which is how I can maintain such a feminine appearance.”
But Rock Culfusher was literally just an advisor.
He couldn't think of taking care of the trivial necessities of a noble lady.
For example, he may know that he should order beautiful satin shoes, but he will not realize that he should also order lace stockings to wear with them as an ensemble.
So all the wipes I had were old and worn out, and I had been using them since I was in the warehouse.
I should have bought at least one tissue before going.
Fortunately, Adil cleaned it for me.
“He definitely thought it was a rag and threw it away.”
I knew very well how terrible Ferdinand was when he was not in love, for I had played a part in...
I flicked my eyes to the star still floating beside me.
The status window appeared right in front of me.
[System: status window]
Tulia Fraser (15 years old)
-Owned coins: 1000
- Personality: 1
- Beauty: 8
-Capacity: 5
-Wealth: 0
– Luck: -10
Overall Rating: D-
The reason why I couldn't buy a nice, cute handkerchief
It was because of my wealth, which was still at zero.
After all kinds of hardships, Tulia's budget was adjusted, but still...
“I'm still in debt!”
Crazy Tullia.
Not only had she borrowed money from Lilius, but debt collection notices were coming in every month.
Paying off their debts diligently meant enjoying some simple luxuries like a gentleman? It was hard to even dream about it.
She should have at least bought gold. She bought jewelry without any taste, and only chose large pieces...
It wasn't that Tullia didn't have taste in jewelry.
Having this body made me understand it better.
But Lilius and Aubrey were certainly whispering that even if the quality was a bit poor, the large stones looked bright and suited Tullia's beautiful face.
Thanks to this, Tulia's jewelry box was filled with gems that were not of great value but were just large in size.
Just like a nouveau riche's jewelry box.
Those things that won't bring much money even if sold.
Of course, I can't live like Tullia, struggling to stay like this forever.
If I had not increased my wealth, that is, if I had not achieved a perfect “10”, I would never have been able to achieve an “A” overall rating.
For your information, the number 10 for wealth was a number that could only be achieved by owning a huge amount of money.
That was an impossible number unless she suddenly inherited the position of Grand Duke Fraser.
“But it's not like there's no way at all.”
When I thought about the things I had to do in the future, I suddenly realized that my situation was very crowded.
I had to actually make money, and I had to earn coins too.
“Luckily, I got another thousand.”
I have already had 1000 coins disappear and how can the status window betray me.
It was easier on my mind to think that 1,000 coins were worth about ten thousand won.
“Oh, right.”
Thinking about it, the bottom of the status window was flashing.
I remembered I had a benefit, but with the cold and everything, I haven't had a chance to check it out yet
I thought I should check it out soon, so I clicked it with my eyes.
[System] Advantage obtained!
[System] You have achieved an affection level of over 90% with “Grand Duke Frieza’s Aide,” giving you a special advantage!
[System] The importance of the character of Grand Duke Fraser: ☆☆☆☆
[System] You have obtained the “Leader Bank” feature!
“Bank?”
Bank? Which bank?
If it's lead, does that mean lead metal?
It was a feature I had never heard of before.
As I rose from my position of leaning on the pillow in confusion, the twinkling text continued as if it had been waiting.
[System] The “Leading Bank” feature has been obtained!
[System] Interest Effect: If you deposit coins for 7 days, 10% of coins will be credited as interest.
I jumped out of bed unconsciously.
"What did you say!"
* * *
The next morning.
“Miss, fortunately the doctor says there is nothing wrong with your head.”
“Yes, right.”
“Wow.”
Adel let out a sigh of relief. It seemed on her face that she was truly relieved
“That makes sense.”
Last night, I suddenly screamed in the middle of the night after seeing the benefit
Startled by my voice, she immediately ran to me, and as soon as morning came, I called my doctor, who said that my fever was not very severe.
Meaning my brain wasn't hot enough to melt from the fever.
In other words, I wasn't crazy, so she could rest assured.
“But miss, isn't it too hot?”
"Never, never. I need to do this to get better quickly."
“You're sweating profusely as if it's raining, so I wonder if you're really okay...”
I could understand why Adel remained worried that I might have gone crazy.
I was now wrapped in three layers of blankets, sweating profusely and even holding a hot water bottle.
There was one reason for this.
I can earn coins by making efforts to recover quickly!
[System: status window]
Tulia Fraser (15 years old)
– Coins Owned: 2 (Coins Deposited: 1000)
- Personality: 1
- Beauty: 8
– Skill: 5
-Wealth: 0
– Luck: -10
Overall Rating: D-
I didn't know until last night that I could earn coins by taking care of my body to recover quickly.
It was kind of fun, but thinking about it, managing Kuriko's health so she wouldn't die was also important when playing the game.
I think this method of obtaining coins may have originated from that.
“Miss, can I refill the hot water bottle again? It seems it has become a bit lukewarm.”
“Yes, yes. Thank you, Adel.”
“Not at all.”
Anyway, even with a puzzled expression, Adil looked after me with interest
“There is no doubt that having a head maid like Adil is one of Tulia’s few blessings.”
While Adel was opening the lid of the hot water bottle to empty the cold water and refill it with hot water.
Knock knock.
There was a knock on the door.
After a moment
“Miss Tulia.”
The person who was giving me a slight bow was none other than the main castle's butler
“He is Viscount Lilius's favorite person.”
Since the Opray and Viscount Lelius had been running the affairs of the household for a long time, it was not surprising that the butler of the main castle was the person they were managing.
As expected, the butler looked at me with a deadpan expression.
I stayed curled up inside the covers like a caterpillar, and asked.
“What's wrong?”
“Miss, Viscount Lilius is calling for you.”
“Why did he summon me?”
“He tells me to go out and receive the guests.”
"…guests?"
“Yes, miss.”
While I was furrowing my eyebrows a little, Adel stepped forward
I apologize, but the missus is currently ill. Her personal doctor prescribed complete rest for her.
The butler glanced at Adel for a moment.
But he quickly looked at me and bowed again.
“Then I will keep that in mind and withdraw, Miss.”
“Wait a minute.”
I was the one who stopped the butler when he was about to turn around immediately
“Servant.”
I continued talking as I slipped out from within the thick covers
His stiff face and the fact that he was so easily withdrawn by being the person close to Viscount Lilius looked suspicious.
“Who did my uncle tell me to greet?”
As expected, the butler momentarily showed a tense expression.
But as befits a butler who had run the castle for so long, he quickly gathered his composure and answered.
“Young Master Lisian Fraser and Young Master Leon Fraser.”
“Huh?”
Oh, my God.
I gasped involuntarily.
Kuriko's real male hero and that bastard came to the main castle this early?!
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