At my question, Anton awkwardly smiled and nodded his head.

“Yes, Lady Bee. Have you been double-checking my name since earlier…? Do you find something suspicious about me?”

“…”

“I’m just an ordinary undergraduate student at the Capital Imperial University… Um…”

Anton, glancing nervously, smiled hesitantly and continued.

“No, it’s not like I suspect anything because of that. Well, I’m just an ordinary undergraduate student, so… um…”

I heaved a small sigh and took another sip of tea.

‘So, Anton Baker, who will become the genius investor in the future, looks like such a timid young man…’
As someone who had imagined the image of a cold and rational investor, I couldn’t help but be surprised as I continued to converse with him. However, if he really was ‘that’ Anton Baker, it would be good to somehow establish a friendly relationship in advance. I maintained a friendly smile as much as possible and continued the conversation.

“Anton, how did you happen to develop an interest in gift investments?”

“Oh, that’s…”

It was a question I asked without much significance, but at that moment, a gleam flashed above Anton’s horn-rimmed glasses.

“Right, it’s because of this…!”

As Anton spoke, his voice, which had been timid earlier, became more confident. He swiftly tossed aside the investment book he had been holding to his chest and began rummaging through his bag.

Soon, dozens of picture cards, scrolls of paper, and several thick books spilled onto the table.

“What… is all this?”

In response to my question, Anton unfolded multiple picture cards in front of me like a fan.

On his face was a proud expression.

“Oh? This is…?”

“Yes! As expected, Lady Bee, you recognize them right away!”

Anton’s pupils sparkled again.

“This is our lovely Lady Bianca, and this is Duke, and, oh, this is Duke’s father and Lady Bee… Ah, this is…”

Without pause, Anton’s voice echoed loudly in the cafe as he proudly showcased his collection.

The timid appearance from earlier was nowhere to be found; he looked completely enthusiastic.

In his collection were portraits of the Duke family, as well as drawings depicting the landscape of Twins Castle.

The books hidden deep in his bag were all about ‘Half-Blooded Demons.’

“Anton, why are you collecting these things?”

In response to my question, Anton pushed up his horn-rimmed glasses with a somewhat embarrassed expression.

“Oh, that’s, well, you see…”

Shortly after, blushing brightly, he brought his hands together in front of his chest.

“I admire half-blooded demons…”

“Half-blooded demons?”

“Yes, because I’ve received a lot of teasing since I was young due to my shy personality and seemingly frail appearance. To me, half-blooded demons…”

Huff. Anton, with a face full of memories, took a deep breath.

“Their strength, magical power, and innate talents! Without a doubt, half-blooded demons are life forms that can be said to be superior to humans!”

After pouring out his praises but seemingly feeling it was still insufficient, Anton blushed while muttering, ‘Hoo… really cool, so cool…’

“Oh, so Anton is a huge fan of the magical world… No, no. You really like the magical world, don’t you?”

In response to my question, Anton vigorously nodded his head.

“Yes! As a result, I naturally became interested in gift investments related to the magical world… Hehe, Lady Bee, you probably won’t know how much I envy you. The only human surrounded by half-blooded demons…”

Saying that, Anton cautiously observed my reaction.

“Um, Lady Bee… So, what I’m trying to say is…”

Throughout the entire journey to the townhouse, I couldn’t suppress the laughter that wanted to burst out.
Anton Baker, the figure who would later be known as the genius of investment. Such a person rolled in proudly, proclaiming himself a fanatic of half-blooded demons and the Twins family.

“Lady Bee, it’s my lifelong wish! Could you possibly take me in?”
“Even if it’s just for a moment, I’ll gladly stay in Twins Castle! Even in a humble messenger position!”

Sure, why not! Sure thing!

Later, there would be a line of people willing to spend millions of rerts just to have a brief conversation with him.

“But I can get the best information for free ahead of everyone, thanks to our connection?”

Amazingly, there was something to be grateful for in the world!

Moreover, the fact that Anton appeared in that place meant that the gift I invested in today was about to hit the jackpot.

It was at that moment, when I couldn’t contain the laughter that was about to burst out.

“Did you really enjoy meeting that young man earlier?”

Adrian’s question made me feel awkward, so I fidgeted with my skirt for no reason.

“I didn’t expect you to exchange addresses and be so satisfied, to the point of sending letters.”

“Huh? Oh… It’s cute. Seems like a young friend wanted to meet me and followed me around.”

I flashed a satisfied smile.

Adrian, who had been quietly watching me from the side, subtly parted his lips.

“It seems like you’re jealous.”

“Huh?”

“Even the Duke, and now a young man I’ve never seen before…”

A faintly bitter smile appeared on his lips.

“Since it seems like you don’t care about my feelings that only focus on you, I feel a bit disappointed.”

At his words, I suddenly stopped in my tracks.

Then, Adrian, who stopped next to me, came closer, looking at me even more closely.

Jealousy.

His unexpected statement, which was always a step away, was surprisingly astonishing.

“It’s not that I didn’t want to be considerate, but Anton from earlier…”

In the moment of confusion, when I was just rolling my eyes in embarrassment.

“Are you sorry to me?”

Adrian’s eyes softened.

As I remained silent, he asked again as if urging.

“Hmm? Even a little.”

After giving it some time, I nodded, and he approached me.

“Then, would you grant my wish like the young man earlier?”

“…Be gentle.”

“That’s right, even though I seem like a weak guy. I’m narrow-minded, too.”

Smiling slightly, he slowly lowered the umbrella, covering the faces of both of us.

“So, please listen to my wish.”

In a brief moment, his lips gently touched my cheek.