A few minutes later... after I explained to the Young Miss what I was doing:

"Hahaha! So that's what happened? No wonder she was so freaked out~" The Young Miss laughed in delight after dragging me to her personal Training Ground and hearing the full story.

It seems like she was in-the-know about the details regarding Merilin's assassination attempt. Not only is she not surprised one bit about what happened but her eyes seemed to shine with admiration as she looked at me in a new light. I don't know what she's planning, but her tone is annoying...

"Have you never heard of a thing called subtlety? For what reason are you intervening in our family matters?" I couldn't help but ask as I saw how Merilin was using her body as some sort of meat-shield. We were both sitting comfortably in front of a little round table, but I couldn't help but feel a difference of treatment between us, especially when Sylphy dutifully refilled the Young Miss' tea.

"Because you are stupid."

"What...?"

"From what I heard: You came clean with what happened not long ago, a decision that took a lot of courage to execute no doubt... However, you failed to grasp something extremely obvious due to your lack of empathy." Sapphire smiled knowingly as turned her head.

"Sit down as well. The tea Sylphy makes is very delicious~!" She softly called out to Merilin who was silently shaking her head, but after persuading her for some time, she reluctantly decided to sit down on a chair which was moved closer to Sapphire's side...

"Merilin, were you scared of him?" She asked with a gentle tone while patting her head. Merilin's shoulders shook at her words, but she was able to respond by nodding her head, I couldn't help but feel a little confused concerning how close they were. Could it be that they were friends? No wonder Merilin hid behind her as soon as she saw her.

Wait... Now that I think about it, aren't I drinking Sylphy's handmade tea? It's pretty good if I do say so myself.

Damn, even though there's a serious discussion going on, I can't help but secretly steal a few gazes at Sylphy who was working hard for the Young Miss!

Well, back to the topic at hand, it isn't surprising that she was scared of me considering the state of that assassin's corpse. Who would be able to greet a guy like me normally after seeing that?

"Was it because of how calm his voice was after brutally murdering another human being?" Her voice pricked my ears and brought back my attention.

Merilin once again nodded in response.

Seeing how the conversation suddenly took a strange turn, I lifted a brow in puzzlement, it didn't occur to me that being calm could also lead to this.

"In this savage world, murder isn't that rare... but finding a natural killer like you who can kill calmly at such a young age is a little disturbing..." The Young Miss stated before taking a look at the girl besides her. She put down her teacup and comforted Merilin with a hug to give her a feeling of safety.

It was at that moment when Merilin was embraced into Sapphire's arms did she seem to calm down. Her fear and confusion dissipated as she hugged back to reciprocate her kindness.

"Don't blame your brother... He is still the same person who treasured you since childhood. Listen to this friend of yours, alright?" She spoke softly.

It was only after a long moment did they separate from each other and could finally continue the matter at hand. Merilin seemed more to become cheerful she turned to look at me...

"Big Brother, you're scary, but I think you're a good person. Sorry..." She apologised earnestly while bowing her head. It's strange... a warm feeling enveloped my heart as I looked at the person who gave a chance for me and Merilin make up. A thankful look appeared towards Sapphire as I nodded secretly towards her for helping me.

It's not like I fell for this noble girl or anything... May heart's already set on marrying a mature girl once I get old enough. After all, I'm not some sort of eunuch who doesn't want love and won't stop myself from falling for a girl the same age as my 'current' self...!

Moving on... What surprised me the most was that I had never thought the Young Miss would actually help me in such a way. A smile curved onto on my lips as I embraced Merilin as well.

"Even if you think I'm scary, I'll be content as long as your safe. I'm happy now that you see me in a new light." I whispered in her ear before separating.

Merlin seemed back to normal we talked about many things concerning the Magic Academy she was enrolled to. It was surprising how well-taught she was regarding her future path.

Those who usually graduate from the Magic Academy are usually capable Mages or Swordsman that have their own confidence in travelling outside the Drakeyol Kingdom' borders. It was only after finishing my conversation with Merilin did I shift my attention back to the girl who gave me this opportunity to reconcile with my sister.

"Is it a coincidence that we met each other today or were you looking for me?" I asked after giving Merilin permission to play with Sylphy and continued to talk with the Young Miss.

Although it pains my heart I can't join them as they played with magic, my mind was more focused on knowing why she wanted to see me... Especially when I saw the admiration in her eyes.

"Of course I wanted to see the 'Little Hero' of our Noble Household. There are many things I wanted to talk to you about after I heard what happened!"

"What do you want to ask exactly?"

"Would you like to be my friend?" She responded with a question of her own with pure and transparent intentions in her eyes. I could detect that there wasn't even the smallest trace of ill-will from her innocent gaze using the strong intuition of my past incarnation.

"Yes...?" Although it was an answer, it came out sounding like another inquiring response. My eyes were wide as I was unable to understand her thoughts... Did she fall somewhere?

"Your heart must be jumping for joy now that your first friend is a beautiful girl like myself! Congratulations." After hearing her narcissistic words, my worries were thrown out the window. I only knew one person who can easily slip in such words without shame....

"I'm honoured to have you..." There was nothing wrong with being friends with her so didn't reject her... In fact, I think I'd benefit a lot from out friendship. There are a lot of things a servant like me wouldn't be able to do without their "Master's" permission.

"By the way, I find your kindness strange... You're way too nice to me."

"Think nothing of it. Even if I hated you, my actions wouldn't change." Her eyes turned gentle once again as she shifted her gaze to Merilin who was playing around with her Water Arts.

"I can tell that you really treasure my little sister." I shifted my gaze as well to the little girl who was shaping Water Ether in the air using the Wand I returned. The very same one she used to throw lightning bolts at me.

"I met her a year ago after my father made me 'practice' my killing techniques on live targets." I suddenly turned to look at her expressionless face upon hearing her words...

She didn't turn to meet my gaze and instead continued to watch over her two childish friends, looking as if THEIR joys mattered more than hers...

"Don't worry. Those guys were convicts sentenced to death by the Royal Family. They were scum who were absolutely destined to die anyway." She sensed my gaze and responded in a bored tone. Well... It looks like I underestimated the life of a noble, or is it just the Young Miss' father that's insanely spartan? This stagnant society of Sphera would have at least moved on from the civilisation of the middle-ages if more nobles were to be like her...

Though that's wishful thinking.

"Why do you admire me?"