OK, I know everything that happened to me was all cliche. But what the heck?! I mean like- what the hell! He liked Helios out of all the capture targets that had the greatest potential to be her partner! This is crazy!

"Nice to meet y- you... I- I'm Edelyn.." She said with blushing cheeks and a small voice.

...

She did not just stutters... please tell me that my hearing was bad a while ago...

"It was my pleasure, Lady Edelyn. This way, please." Helios held the door and motioned for her to come out with his hand.

Edelyn walked out, followed by Helios. Now it was just me and Duke Alfaret in the dining room.

After we both finished eating, Duke Alfaret cleared his throat to get my attention. "Lavenia, are you done eating?"

I tilted my head slightly "I'm done. What's wrong, father?"

He paused. "Dad wanted to talk about your debutante. When do you want it to be held?"

Oh, right! I almost forgot about Lavenia's debutante...

"Uhm... can we postpone it for a while? I still can't decide..." And don't you remember that incident? What if the one who attacked Lavenia and the Crown Prince came again..? I don't want to die yet.

"Dad wants your debutante to be carried out as soon as possible... but if that's what you want then I can't force you." Duke Alfaret let out a disappointed sigh.

"Then, I'll go first." I stood up and walked to my room to prepare myself.

***

This afternoon I decided to enjoy tea and cake prepared by the maids in the gazebo in the front garden of the mansion.

In my hand is a book about herbal plants, while 3 other books are on the table. I got this book from Alfaret's library. It's larger than my home in my world.

By the way, why a book about herbal plants? Because I need information about other ingredients that I need to cure this illness.

The second ingredient that is difficult to obtain, but not as difficult as the Chronos fruit, is ereanes flower.

I have to read a book about herbal plants thanks to the developers who don't give the appearance of this flower..

Curse you developer!

Now, finally! I found information about ereanes flower in the 3rd book I've read!

It's silver flower with small and thin petals... wait a minute... I think I've seen this flower before...

....

Oh.my.gosh! Fate was really cruel to me! Damn it! This flower is the flower that Arkanio's ex wanted!

Sigh... I hope Arkanio still has some...

"Lania."

I turned to my left and found Vasilius. The way he looks in a white suit makes him look charming. Don't forget the big smile on his face.

...

Please stop smiling so handsomely! Curse the developers for toyed with your fate...

Now I feel sad because your ending is never happy..

He took the seat in front of me. "Lania, do you want to go out? I'm free today."

I thought for a moment, then nodded. "Sure, where should we go?"

Vasilius took one of the cookies and ate it. "Hm... how about going to the cafe you suggest? At that time I couldn't keep my promise because I was busy."

Alastor's cafe? Good idea! His cakes are the best of the best!

I nodded enthusiastically, and placed the book on the table. "Now, right? Let's go!"

He chuckled softly then stood up. "Let's go, I've got the carriage ready." He said as if he had expected I would agree. He pulled and held my hand until he reached the front.

We sit face to face. "By the way, Vasilius."

He humed and looked at me.

"What do you think... about Edelyn?" I asked.

Hey, I'm not going to let you get attracted to her and get that damn ending again!

He stared out the window. "To be honest I don't really like her, least of all his mother. Considering that she let her mother go wild and even as far as mocking you."

He paused for a moment then sighed. "I don't like them insulting you, who is my sister. They also acted arbitrarily during father's absence, disrespected me as the young duke, spoke harsh words, damaged the mansion's property. Sigh... they have a lot of minuses and troublesome, not up to standard as a member of the Alfaret."

Hm... well, I'm relieved then.

"Ah, I forgot." Vasilius reached into his pocket and pulled out a locket. He gave it to me.

"A locket?" I opened the locket to reveal a picture of their mother holding Lavenia in her arms while Vasilius sat in her lap. Their estimated age is 4 years.

Ugh! They are both really cute! Look! Vasilius' chubby cheeks seems very pinchable!

"I was going to give that on our birthday, which is the day your debutant was held. But I didn't have the chance." Vasilius smiled bitterly.

Please! Why did the developers make this guy a sadboy?! I want him as my brother in my original world!

I smiled as sweetly and sincerely as I could. "Thank you, brother Valius. I will make sure to treasure this gift."

He patted my head with a big smile.

Along the way we exchanged jokes and stories about him and Lavenia when they were little.

***

The carriage stopped in front of the alley because it couldn't fit inside. The two of us walked down the alley and finally arrived in front of Alastor's cafe.

The sound of the bell indicating a customer is coming rings as usual.

Inside there were only a few customers, as usual

Alastor, who was putting his cake in the display case, looked up.

He smiled and stood up straight. "Welcome, cute little lady. Did you miss me?" He said in a joking tone.

Very classic and cheesy, but no doubt made me chuckle. "No, I missed your cake."

"Hm.. So, I'm less popular than my cake?"

I nodded firmly. No doubt.

Alastor looked behind me. "You both look alike. He's your brother?"

I looked at Vasilius who was looking around, ignoring our conversation. "He is my twin brother."

Alastor nodded then handed the menu book. "What would you like to order?"

"I want the most popular! Dryas, give me your most delicious cake!" I said excitedly.

Vasilius chuckled. "Take note of that order for me as well." He looked at me. "You really like the cake here hm?"

I nodded enthusiastically

Heck! Even I dare to spend my money here thousands of times! I'm sure I won't regret it!

"I feel both pleased and honored." Dryas smiled- damn, his smile was genuine this time!

"Please take a seat and wait."

I was about to step to the corner table, but stopped when I felt a slightly strong gust of wind.

Where is this wind coming from? Isn't this place indoors?

I looked around and found a.. portal?

The gusts of wind grew stronger. 5 people- no, more like 5 demons came out from that portal.

They have two thick and sharp horns on their heads, and large black wings that were dragging on the floor.

All the customers ran out while Vasilius pulled me behind him because we're trapped. His grip on my hand was very tight.

He was about to draw his sword, but was stopped when the five demons kneeled down in front of Alastor. "Demon Prince, the kingdom needs you. Currently the Demon King's condition is dire, we need your leadership." Said one of the demons.

Alastor sighed. "I told you I don't want to."

They looked up. "But Prince, without your guidance, we cannot win!"

"That's none of my business. From the start I never agreed with the war. If you need a leader then make one of you who likes violence as the leader." Within Alastor's tone could be heard both irritation and anger.

They looked at each other, then stood up. “Then, pardon our impudence, but this is the Demon Lord's order.”

Uh- violence? Yeah no, don't.

They took a step forward and Alastor motioned for them to stop.

Alastor told them to be quiet. "Hey, did you hear that?"

They frowned and tried to hear what he meant. Spontaneously Vasilius and I sharpened our ears.

...Nothing? I didn't hear anything.

I looked at Alastor who was also looking at me. He smirked, showing his canine teeth.

Uh- what's with that smile..?

The room temperature immediately cooled down, then he put his index finger in front of his mouth.

"Shush."

Suddenly a fire appeared, burning the five demons. In seconds they vanished, along with the portal they passed through.

"So?" I looked to my side and was surprised to find Alastor who was suddenly beside me.

Vasilius pulled me, took out his sword and pointed it at Alastor's neck.

Alastor stared at the tip of the sword, then raised his hands in the air. Vasilius looked at Alastor carefully, while the latter gave him a disdainful look.

Sigh... here we go again...