Nadia only refused to learn words, but her latent talent in martial arts was tremendous. Although she claimed to have learned only the basics, it was clear that her punches and kicks were not to be taken lightly.

〈…I’m scared of that woman.〉

To make matters worse, after Benedict escaped from Nadia, whenever he tried to confront her, muttering that it’s difficult to win with just fist strength, she would run away crying.

Although Nadia had admitted her mistake and had long stopped paying attention to Benedict, it seemed unlikely that their relationship would improve.

I thought about how to persuade Nadia, and I simply told the handsome party members to tease her with beauty.

〈…Do you want me to like Lutri Yeonga without having any feelings?〉

Unexpectedly, Ruth strongly objected to this question.

I couldn’t help but chuckle at her response.
“No. If that’s the case, I didn’t ask you all for a favor. What I mean is, could you just approach Nadia with your handsome faces and ask her once if she’d like to learn martial arts, treating her a bit more kindly than usual? A smile would be even better.”

“Is it really that simple?”

“Haven’t you tried to persuade the Duke several times?”

Although Ruth and Benedict looked confused, I assured them by raising my thumb.

“Try it and see. Wanna bet? I bet Nadia Lutri won’t hesitate for even a second.”

According to my plan, as soon as the four handsome men surrounded Nadia and told her that she had talent in martial arts, especially martial arts, and suggested that she try developing that talent, she immediately shook her head like a propeller.

“Yes! I’m totally up for it! If you guys teach me directly, I’ll learn even if it takes all night!”

…

For a while, my party members stood like frozen statues, then they reluctantly promised to teach Nadia themselves.

“Lord, your words were correct.”

“That lady Nadia Lutri seemed to brighten up her face quite a bit.”

“Her enthusiasm overflows during class. It’s scary. It’s the opposite of the Duke. Here, she not only has talent but also puts effort into learning on her own, so the speed at which she acquires skills is incredible.”

Indeed, Nadia was using her aptitude and talent to become a master of martial arts.

I wasn’t surprised because it was what I expected.

Once Nadia grew to the point where she could be deployed in real combat, I would just send her out for battle.

After resolving Nadia’s matter and putting my mind at ease…

“Unexpectedly, Cloud Damon is making trouble.”

As soon as we met, Nadia, who was supposed to kill each other and all that, was smoothly increasing her stats.

On the other hand, Cloud Damon became a bit sluggish once he was provided with a comfortable and relaxed space.

“Claiming the obligation of nobility in this situation is meaningless, Lord Damon.”

Among the central-born nobles who remained in the capital were only four: Kitten Duchy, Damon Duchy, Celest High Viscount, and Lutri County.

Following outdated class customs when the royal family and other nobles had all turned into zombies was a foolish act.

“Even in death, is the duty of the nobility going to be insisted upon?”

Absolutely not.

I didn’t like it, but if I ridiculed Cloud, it would also affect his younger sister Sherry, so I decided to quietly pass it by.

Now that the number of occupants has increased, causing trouble for no reason would not be beneficial. However…

“Damon, what would I be if we follow your logic?”

“What do you mean, Duke Kitten…”
“You must have seen the holster I always carry on my hip.”

I casually lifted the silver revolver that I always carried wherever I went.

“With this gun, I’ve already joined forces with the people living in my mansion and repelled zombies that came dangerously close. Also, as Sir Damon is well aware, along with Michael and Miss Ruth, we rescued the survivors remaining in the capital.”

“…That.”

“If I had only clung to the noble duty and self-respect, Damon and Lady would not be here right now.”

“…”

It might have been an unpleasant sound, but since it was true, Cloud couldn’t refute me.

‘My sister Sherry wants to help with anything, but the eldest brother seems reluctant to take the lead.’

Contrary to my concerns, Sherry sent me a supportive look as I pressed Cloud. Standing beside her, Jacqueline clenched both fists and made a gesture encouraging me.

In this world where the former Empress, Caladia, was a woman, and women succeeding family lines were allowed, Cloud had discontent with the idea that anyone, regardless of gender, should do whatever they could to survive. Although Sherry was still young.

“…Sherry is still young.”

“Yes, and I am of the same age as Lady Sherry Damon.”

Also, being incompetent.

Cloud, who couldn’t be unaware of my intentions, fidgeted with the dirt under his nails.

Sherry Damon’s ability was not only to gather information.

Observer of the Eastern Dawn.

Although this ability belonging to the Light Magic category had very limited conditions for activation, it had a tremendous advantage. It allowed her to observe and record the situation directly, as if seeing it with her own eyes, in the desired location.

‘Truly an excellent ability for investigation.’

However, because it had to be paid for with physical strength, after using the ability, she had to sleep for several days to recover her stamina. Due to this drawback, the Duke Damon couple strongly advised their daughter not to use her ability if possible.

Perhaps Cloud also disliked using his sister’s time only for sleep, which might be why he showed a hostile attitude toward me.

“I understand that you care deeply for your younger sister. Mr. Cloud Damon.”

But what about Sherry Damon’s intentions?