Volume 6 Chapter 12 Ms. Natalie Becomes An Older Sister ★
Edited by: Kanaa-senpai
I explained to Seron and Lesta what had happened in detail. It must have been about an hour of narration. Ms. Natalie, unclothed and wearing a collar and handcuffs, sat quietly in a formal position, listening intently. At one point, I suggested she change her posture, but she stubbornly refused, saying, “I’m a sinner.”
”Is that so… I apologize for making Takumi-sama make a difficult decision. And I thank you for your efforts on behalf of the people of Lesta. As someone who is originally in the position of a princess, I must convey this.”
After finishing her story, Ms. Natalie bowed deeply once again.
”I understand that my living is what can be of service to Takumi-sama. However, the acts of espionage I committed… and the national crimes we committed do not simply disappear.”
”That’s right. No matter how much I cherish Ms. Natalie, I think it’s wrong to casually erase that. So Natalie, you are a criminal slave. Here and now, I officially sentence you to life as a criminal slave.”
”Thank you. I will serve Takumi-sama for the rest of my life.”
Ms. Natalie smiled happily. Well, under normal circumstances, the death penalty would be appropriate, so even though it’s life, reducing her to a criminal slave is still a relatively lenient response. Moreover, I’m not planning to send her to the mines or subject her to harsher punishments. However, the reality is that I cannot afford to be any more lenient.
”Ah, Ms. Natalie, I would like you to assist in managing the brothel in McGaref’s town as Ms. Marina’s subordinate. The noble ladies who have come as compensation will be able to work safely under your management. Once you get used to it, I want you to stand on your own as soon as possible.”
”May I ask two questions?”
”Of course.”
”First, I’m not required to earn money as a courtesan for Takumi-sama, am I?”
”I don’t want that. Ms. Natalie will serve me exclusively as my property.”
Of course, if Ms. Natalie were to continue working as a courtesan as before, she could earn money. But this is my selfishness. Even if it means sacrificing some profit, I do not want Ms. Natalie to be with other men any further.
”Understood. As for another question, I believe it would be efficient for someone like me──who possesses the ‘Courtesan’ Skill and has connections with the young ladies──to work in the brothel district. However, wouldn’t it affect Takumi-sama’s dignity if a criminal slave like me were to stand out too much?”
”Ah, I think that’s a very valid point. There are two reasons. First, I’m severely lacking in personnel who can be entrusted with domestic affairs. Second, Ms. Marina doesn’t have much time left.”
Ms. Marina, who has endured years of exploitation, carries a considerable burden on her heart. She seems cheerful and has been enduring the recent heavy workload, but her health is fragile. It’s said her lifespan isn’t long, and I want to ease her burden as much as possible. I explained all of this to Ms. Natalie, who nodded solemnly and accepted it.
”Understood. I will work with utmost sincerity for Takumi-sama’s benefit and serve… And one thing, please allow me to make a selfish request.”
”Alright, go ahead… It’s about Nyx, isn’t it?”
I had a faint feeling ever since Ms. Natalie spoke of ‘the national crime we committed.’ Nyx holds the right to seek justice on behalf of the Former Seron Duchy. And the crimes committed by the Former Lesta Kingdom are too grave to have faded even now.
”Yes. If Princess Nyx is to serve as Takumi-sama’s secretary, there will be more opportunities to work together. If we continue harboring resentment, it may lead to unexpected disadvantages. Therefore, by accepting Princess Nyx’s justice together with Eileen, please allow us to bring closure.”
”…Alright. I’m prepared for that. However, harm is strictly forbidden, and leaving marks as proof of guilt is not allowed either. Healing magic must be used to properly treat any injuries──that’s the condition.”
In fact, I had heard from Kahoru-chan that Eileen also wishes for this. She said, “The children of this world are too resolute──it’s heartbreaking. I wish they’d think of easier, less painful things.” But this is something between them. It’s not something I should suppress too much.
”Also, I will be present at the scene.”
”…I believe it will not be a pleasant sight for you.”
”I know. But I need to experience more in order to become a true ruler. The harshness of this world.”
I don’t intend to make things harsher than necessary. But without understanding harshness, there are things one simply cannot endure.
”But you know, I’m still soft-hearted. Natalie, I know you wish to be punished harshly. But I want to receive your love.”
I moved closer to Ms. Natalie and kissed her. She responded with a deep kiss, her tongue intertwining with mine. As we embraced, I caressed her gently, feeling her warmth.
”Like the last time at the brothel, I want you to serve me. It’s your duty as a slave to ease my mind and body.”
”Understood, Takumi-san. Criminal slave Natalie will serve you fully. But please, don’t remove these handcuffs. It feels more… intense this way, doesn’t it? From now on, I belong only to you, so take your time with me.”
Ms. Natalie knelt before me, her expression radiant. There she was, the courtesan who had been the most sought-after in McGaref.
”Being bound and pleading for mercy… it’s something we’ve done before.”
”Yes. Though I didn’t realize then that you were seeking atonement through it.”
”Oh, forgive me. But today, let me serve you fully. I love you, Takumi-san, and I will devote my life to you.”
With those words, Ms. Natalie began to serve me with skill and devotion, her actions filled with love and surrender.
Notes:
• Natalie – A famous courtesan and former noblewoman; platinum blonde, busty, and elegant; known as Natalie Barklem, daughter of the Duke of Lesta Kingdom.
• McGaref – Fortress city, adventurer hub.
• Marina – Ranka’s older sister. The formal owner of Merchant Guild Katarina.
• Nyx – The First Princess of Celon Dukedom, who escapes to McGaref; next in line to the throne after the Queen’s expected death.
• Lesta Kingdom – A kingdom neighboring the Quvarian Empire; currently at war with the Seron Dukedom and potentially the Empire.
• Eileen – The second princess of Lesta Kingdom, encountered as part of reparations.
• Kaho – 3rd Army leader. Worried, ceremonial magic.
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Edited by Kanaa-senpai.
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