Lady Baby Is a Revenge Maker Chapter 42

Sephiel suddenly felt a sting in her nose. She wiggled her small feet inside her shoes and responded with a soft “Mm.”

 

“Oh, right. Gyand Duke uncle,”

 

“huh?”

 

“Welcome home.”

 

Sephiel said with a big smile.

 

Daihan looked at Sephiel for a long time.

 

“Come here.”

 

“Yes.”

 

Daihan scooped Sephiel up into his arms.

 

As Daihan walked through the garden toward the main building, people greeted him with a commotion.

 

‘Hmph, no matter when I see them, the servants always seem to be both afraid of and respectful toward the Duke’s family.’

 

They especially looked surprised at the way he lifted Sephiel into his arms, as if she were his own daughter.

 

“Miss Baby!”

 

Berry, who was looking for Sephiel, was surprised to find her like that.

 

Spotting Daihan, she quickly bowed.

 

“I was just about to leave with her…”

 

“It’s almost class time, Miss Baby.”

 

“Class?” Daihan asked.

 

“Yes. She’s been receiving private tutoring alternately from Elton and me. Um… shall we postpone today’s class?”

 

“No. Take her quickly.”

 

“Yes.”

 

Berry bowed and took Sephiel with her. Sephiel followed Berry around, laughing.

 

“Gyand Duke uncle, I’ll be back soon.”

 

* * *

 

“Welcome back, my lord.”

 

“hmm.”

 

Lev came out quickly and greeted Daihan.

 

Daihan entered the Grand Duke’s castle and looked around the main building.… A small wrinkle appeared between Daihan’s eyebrows.

 

“The interior’s changed a bit.”

 

“Ah. Has it?”

 

Lev let out a light chuckle.

 

First, the living room, right in front of the entrance where old-fashioned paintings once hung— Now, crooked drawings of trees and flowers, obviously done by Sepiel, were scattered on the walls. There were even portraits of the Duke’s servants, drawn by the child.

 

Thresholds that might be dangerous for children have been lined with soft carpets and worn-out areas have been repaired.

 

Even the expressions of the servants were noticeably softer.

 

‘One little child can change an entire castle,’ Daihan thought.

 

Then he quietly asked Lev,

 

“How is that kid usually doing?”

 

“Our soldiers also play with the Miss Baby as often as possible. She’s been moving around the castle. She comes every day and asks to ride the wyvern.”

 

“Is she bothering the soldiers?”

 

“Not at all. They all enjoy it. And she has an exceptional sense of balance, so I think she could actually learn to ride one.”

 

“…….”

 

“Those big, bright, intelligent eyes… Honestly, I believe she’ll grow into someone great.”

 

“……”

 

Lev also seemed completely possessed.

 

“Where did the baby raccoon have her lesson today?”

 

“It looks like she is taking classes in Elton’s office.”

 

Daihan became curious about Sephiel’s daily life, so he headed to Elton’s office.

 

Just as he was about to open the door, he heard a loud noise and conversation from inside.

 

‘Hmm, let’s just watch quietly for now.’

 

Daihan began to watch the class through the open door.

 

* * *

 

Sephiel was sitting on a slightly high chair that had been custom-made just for her.

 

Elton’s classes are held every day.

 

‘Well, Berry and Elton said that today we’re going to learn something especially important.’

 

Her eyes were wider and more focused than usual.

 

“Okay, Miss Baby. You must remember what you learned today.”

 

“Yeah. I know. I remember.” Sephiel said seriously.

 

Today’s topic was the most important one yet:

 

<Safety Training>.

 

Elton looked at Berry.

 

“Berry. Your role.”

 

“Yes.”

 

Berry cleared her throat and mimicked a man’s voice:

 

“Hey, cute girl over there. Want to pet a kitten? There’s a really cute kitten over there in the alley.”

 

Elton raised his hand.

 

“Okay, pause. Little Lady, pop quiz: What did I tell you to do when a stranger approaches and says something like this?”

 

“Hmm….”

 

Sephiel tilted her head.

 

“If Beyyi says it, I’ll go!”

 

“…….”

 

That was very far from the correct answer.

 

But it was so cute that Berry and Elton both trembled to contain their laughter.

 

“Oh, what should I do with this?”

 

“She’s too cute…”

 

“That’s not the right answer?”

 

Sephiel tilted her head again.

 

“Yes, you are wrong. Berry is pretending to be a stranger. Please answer as if it were someone you don’t know.”

 

“Ah.”

 

Sephiel nodded.

 

‘Don’t worry, I’m not a real kid. I was just joking.’

 

‘But I am a somewhat lacking adult who has always considered myself a child.’

 

Even though she’s trapped in a child’s body and half of her mind is childlike, she still has at least some sense of judgment.

 

“Okay, Berry. Let’s do it again.”

 

Berry presented a slightly different problem this time.

 

“Oh, do you want to come over to my house? You’re such a pretty girl. Should we go and have a cup of cocoa with big sis?”

 

Sephiel nodded confidently.

 

“This is an easy problem.”

 

Berry and Elton focused on Sephiel’s answer.

 

“Pretty lady. Sorry, I’m busy today. I’ll definitely come by next time with a gift!”

 

Berry couldn’t stand it anymore and hugged Sephiel tightly.

 

“Oh dear, I can’t do this. This class is impossible.”

 

“Oh my. You’re such a genius in other areas. Don’t you remember what I told you last time?”

 

“Well, that’s because it’s Beyyi. I can’t help it. But I do know the correct answer.”

 

Sephiel said confidently.

 

“No. I don’t want to. I don’t want to go.”

 

“Hmm. Very good,” Elton responded, though his expression seemed a bit unsure.

 

“But…”

 

“It’s just too cute.”

 

Berry and Elton looked at each other for a moment and came to a conclusion at the same time.

 

“No, I don’t want to. If you approach me recklessly, I can’t guarantee your life. This is better.”

 

“Isn’t that kind of rude? What if I end up looking like the suspicious one instead?”

 

“But for someone as adorable as you, drastic measures are needed. Oh, really now, you didn’t have to be this cute.”

 

“I have an idea.”

 

Elton rummaged through his belongings and handed Sephiel a small brooch.

 

“Miss Baby, wear this and walk around. If a stranger approaches you on the street, press the center of the brooch, then throw it.”

 

“What is this?”

 

“A micro magic bomb,” Elton said cheerfully.

 

“……”

 

“Ah. But if you’re not careful, you might end up clearing a nearby street, so throw it carefully.”

 

‘So you’re just telling me to throw that at any random stranger who comes up to me?’

 

“Uh, Elton, that’s, something doesn’t seem right, this is too..…”

 

“Too?”

 

“Too… noticeable,” Sephiel added timidly.

 

“Then use this!”

 

Berry held something out.

 

“What’s this?”

 

“It’s a poisonous needle that can kill a bear in one shot. It’s blown with a flute. Even a weak woman can use it.”

 

“……”

 

Berry said that with a reassuring face.

 

“It’s easy to use. Just put your lips to the mouthpiece and blow — one shot, one kill.”

 

“One shot, whoosh?”

 

“Yes. Put strength into your stomach and whoosh!”

 

Elton added.

 

“Of course, you’ll need to train for about a month, but since you’re skilled in many areas, it won’t be hard.”

 

“Isn’t this illegal….?”

 

“Yes?”

 

Berry tilted her head.

 

“The one coming after you with ill intent is the one doing something illegal.”

 

“Yes. That’s right. Haha. With the power of the Grand Duke, as long as it doesn’t violate the peace treaty, most incidents will be treated as if they never happened, so don’t worry.”

 

“Even if it does breach the peace treaty, if the other party struck first, it’s not a problem at all.”

 

Elton added that rather brightly.

 

Wow, so this is what power feels like. Does that mean I can throw bombs whenever I want now?

 

‘How could I possibly think that?’

 

Sephiel simply stared at them, her mouth slightly open.

 

“Haha, don’t worry. The assassination tools made by Elton are quite effective.”

 

Sephiel was terrified.

 

“What? Elton, What is your real identity?!”

 

Daihan, who was eavesdropping from outside, couldn’t stand it any longer.

 

‘Enough is enough.’

 

He burst through the door.

 

“Grand Duke!”

 

Elton and Berry immediately stood up and bowed.

 

“From what I hear, what you’re teaching is absolutely ridiculous. I guess I have to get involved.”

 

Sephiel’s eyes sparkled.

 

‘Right. Now that I think about it, this Grand Duke uncle has a strangely rational side.’

 

Even if he once tried to throw a stranger off a wyvern or occasionally killed people depending on his mood.

 

‘Well, he doesn’t do that to me anymore!’

 

Sephiiel waited expectantly for Daihan to say something reasonable.

 

“Shouldn’t we prepare at least some ancient magical weapon?”

 

“……”

 

But Sephiel’s expectations were betrayed.

 

‘What was I expecting? Right. This guy’s their leader, after all.’

 

But Berry and Elton looked like they had realized something.

 

“Ah, that’s true.”

 

“How about an ancient poisoned dagger? Oh! There’s also a magic bullet gun that fires automatically in emergencies. You’d have to wear it on your shoulder, though!”

 

“Or what about a real miniature magic sword? It’s sentient and will attack suspicious people on its own. No side effects, either.”

 

Daihan nodded.

 

“The more precious the thing to protect, the more secure the defense should be. That’s a basic principle of tactics.”

 

“Yes, now that I think about it, Miss Baby’s cuteness is on par with an ancient secret weapon. Plus, human babies are weak.”

 

‘Berry, weren’t you usually afraid of the Grand Duke? Why are you acting like this now?’ Sephiel thought.

 

“You need to come out strong to ensure protection. As expected of the Grand Duke.” Elton’s words continued.

 

‘I don’t want to accidentally become a murderer!’

 

Sephiel just hoped that no innocent people would get caught up in their excessive defenses.

 

“Now, you know. If a suspicious person approaches, aim for the head. Then, should we bring the demon sword first?”

 

“Yes. Let’s try it out to see if it’s possible!”

 

“……”

 

‘I really need to stop them.’

 

“Haha, okay.” Sephiel smiled while thinking to herself.

 

“I don’t need that! Gyand Duke uncle, Beyyi, and Elton will protect me!”

 

Eventually, Sephiel spread her arms wide and declared,

 

“If it’s dangerous, I’ll hide in the shadows of these three people and not move.”

 

“……”

 

“……”

 

They were silent for a moment.

 

“hmm.”

 

Daihan made a soft sound.

 

“Is that not okay?”

 

‘Is it not working?’ Sephiel looked at Daihan, her heart pounding.

 

“Not bad. Put the demon sword plan on hold for now.”

 

‘Phew. It worked.’

 

Sephiel laughed happily.

 

* * *

 

“Ugh….”

 

Sephiel returned to her room after class.

 

‘It’s nice that they care, but class was really hard today…’

 

Lying face down on her bed, she bit her pillow and thought,

 

‘I prefer the usual kind of classes.’

 

Debating Elton about the Dragon-Horse War, or reading and summarizing a top-tier scholar’s thesis each day—those were the kind of classes she wanted.

 

‘I want to receive a normal education like everyone else.’

 

Today’s class felt like a ship being steered by too many captains—it was going off course.

 

Sephiel, who had become suddenly tired, was hungry for a snack.

 

‘Let’s have a snack today.’ Sepiel’s fancy new home.

 

The candy house had a preservation spell that would last two years, so it was still perfectly fine.

 

‘What should I eat today?’

 

She had made a promise with Berry and Marie to only eat three kinds of candy a day.

 

Whenever Sephiel nibbled the candy house too much and it got shabby, the chefs would come to fix it up.

 

“Baby, it’s snack time.”

 

Just then, Marie came in with tea.

 

“What would you like to eat today?”

 

“Yeah, I want to eat candy from a doorknob today.”

 

“Yes. Please also drink tea that is good for children’s growth. It is made with healthy herbs and grains.”

 

Sephiel answered, “Yeah,” and carefully snapped the candy doorknob open and ate it.

 

‘Ahh, it’s so good…’

 

Watching her slowly melt with joy, Marie chuckled softly.

 

“Is it delicious, Miss Baby?”

 

Sephiel nodded.

 

“But, when’s Gyand Duke uncle going again?”

 

“Hmm, he’s usually at the border of the Western Principality of Fuller… He doesn’t stay at the castle for long.”

 

“Why there?”

 

“The Grand Duke works as a mercenary for fun. Like how Elder Master Cherno runs businesses as a hobby.”

 

“Oh… Did he use his real name when he became a mercenary?”

 

“No, of course not. He uses an alias. He’s actually a pretty famous mercenary.”

 

“Huh… What name?”

 

“He goes by the name ‘Zer’, the magic Swordsman.”

 

“What?”

 

Sephiel was shocked.

 

Zer, the magic Swordsman.

 

The Duke of Qing, Fuller is said to be the strongest human alive.

 

Along with him, legendary mercenary Zer was known as one of the strongest beings in this world.

 

‘So that legendary mercenary Zer was that uncle all along.’

 

Zer, who had been active in the “Land of the Abyss,” where demons were still said to roam, suddenly disappeared from the public eye about ten years later.

 

‘The timing fits perfectly.’

 

He had likely vanished from history in line with the Grand Duke family’s divine realm migration plan.

 

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