The World I Reincarnated Into Was Lenient About Concubines - Chapter 26

 Elisha Requests to Give Her "Gratitude" to Her Older Brother

One year has passed, but it truly felt like the blink of an eye. We’ve entered March, and spring break begins this weekend. Once that starts, I’ll be off on the overseas tour as an escort. Since I won’t be able to hold a girl for ten days once I'm over there, I’ve been rotating through sex with the three of them as if trying to "stock up" on loads.

Luida seems to have awakened to a bit of a masochistic streak after the "Sister Bowl," and she actually counter-proposed that she wanted to be bound and violated. Oh, I answered that request, of course. The situation where Rakche would escort Luida—clad in her slave clothes with her hands tied behind her back—and I would insert from a standing-back position with almost no foreplay was quite a thrill. However, it was reported to my Mother, and I was gently scolded later: "What are you doing at a busy time like this?"

In the end, Laila turned down the recommendation letters to other houses. It seems Mother tried to persuade her, saying she shouldn't throw away her first and last chance to become an official attendant, but she refused quite stubbornly. Well, when it comes to the second sons of lower-ranking nobles, their children can't even enter the Academy unconditionally due to quota issues; they’re "good properties," but hard to call "prime real estate." Aiming for a promotion as a maid might be a valid life plan after all.

And surprisingly, it was decided that Laila would move into the Imperial Palace together with Elisha as her dedicated maid. Mother’s judgment was that Elisha would feel more at ease with someone her own age, and Laila’s information-gathering skills would benefit our family. Though the decision was made with very little time left, Laila accepted it happily.

However, until about last week, the daytime at our manor didn't feel like it was about my preparations or Laila’s future at all. Ever since Elisha was selected as the Crown Prince’s attendant, we’ve been running around in circles dealing with congratulatory gifts and visitors. On top of that, there were preparations for her to live in the Palace, so my grandparents, who had been living in retirement in our territory, and my uncles, who have their own residences, all came to help.

But with the move to the Palace looming this weekend, that tide has finally receded. In a quiet, settled environment that feels almost like a lie, we are spending our final moments as a family.

Laila came to fetch me just as Lina and I had returned from the Academy. I had been told in advance that they wanted to see me today if I had time, so I came straight home without taking any detours.

"Lady Elisha says she would like to spend the time until dinner talking with Lady Aries and the Young Master, just the three of you."

"I understand. Lina, go spend some time on your own."

"Yes. Then, please excuse me."

Lina bowed and left the room. Accompanied by Laila, I walked toward Aries’ chambers.

"Is Elisha doing well? It’s been so busy that I haven't been able to see her much."

"Yes. She was tired when there were many guests, but she seems energetic now. She seems to be looking forward to talking with you, Young Master; she’s been restless and absent-minded since this morning."

"I see. Well, once she enters the Palace, she probably won't live in this house again. I won't be able to see you much either, Laila. It's been... four years since you became my maid? You were still so young when you and Lina became my dedicated maids, but you’ve grown quite lovely."

"Thank you. But I wasn't chosen as Master Cedric's attendant... and even though Lina and Luida receive your favor, I’m the only one being left out."

Laila muttered discontentedly, pouting her lips cutely. Well, Luida was a bit of an accident... and in this world, if you're even a year apart, you miss your chance to be an attendant. That said, if I were to carelessly lay a hand on her and take her virginity, it would leave a huge scar on Laila’s future.

"Sorry about the Cedric matter. I didn't really understand that kid well enough."

"It’s fine. But staying at the manor like this is a bit painful, so I was lucky to be able to follow Lady Elisha."

Laila spoke with a somewhat lonely smile. Seeing that smile, I remembered the first time I met her. Back then, I was thinking I wanted more cute younger sisters like Elisha. So, when Lina and Laila arrived, it felt more like our family had grown rather than just gaining maids. You think I’m a pervert for showing the aftermath of sex to someone who’s like a sister? That was sex education. Usually, people don't do that, though.

"I cherish you about half as much as I cherish Elisha, you know. We won't see each other often, but contact me if you’re ever in trouble."

"I wish you had said 'as much as Lady Elisha.'"

Finally, Laila’s smile returned to its usual carefree self. When we reached Aries’ room, Laila knocked and announced me through the door, then took her leave. Left alone, I opened the door and entered.

"I’ve been waiting, Master Allen. Come now, lock the door. We don't have much time, so let's get started immediately."

Aries addressed me the moment I stepped inside.

Get started... with what?

Just as I thought that, my eyes landed on Elisha. She was wearing a lewd outfit that was transparent around her private parts. Her beautiful face was flushed red with shame, but she stared at me with her blue eyes and said clearly:

"Dear Brother, thank you for everything until now. Please... let Elisha give you her 'gratitude' for all you've done."

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