I Became the Maid of the Lout Prince

Blackwood Mansion's Aerial Garden, where the warm spring sunlight filtered through.

A pair of young man and woman sat side by side on a central bench, exuding a strange, subtle atmosphere, like the scent of fresh spring flowers.

...Although, it could hardly be called a “thing” between them, considering how young both were.

“Do you know why the big snake uncle gave Crane-sama a wide straw hat as a gift, just Leonhart-sama?”

“…Is it to shield from the sunlight because it’s summer?”

“Unfortunately, that's only half correct. The other reason is that, because Crane-sama is tall, her legs are long, so he purposely emphasized cuteness with a wide-brimmed hat.”

“…I see. Cecilia, you're smart.”

“Thank you. Adults never seem to understand this kind of sense. I’m just glad Leonhart-sama at least understands.”

After talking for about two hours, Leonhart had mostly figured out Cecilia’s personality. She spoke in a somewhat difficult manner, but there were no ill intentions behind her words. And she was the kind of person who opened up easily to someone who empathized with her.

Leonhart, being the son of a hero who had charmed three women, instinctively understood how to get along with a two-year-old girl.

“Hah, I think that’ll be enough for today. Talking with Leonhart-sama has made the time fly.”

“Why? There’s still time before dinner.”

“Now it’s nap time. To maintain the beautiful looks I inherited from my mother, a two-hour nap is essential. Beautiful people are always sleepy.”

“Ah, I see…”

“I’m sorry, but could you leave now? This bench is too narrow for me to lie down alone, so you can take a nap on another bench or something.”