The Youngest Daughter of the Swordsmanship Family Turned Great Mage (32 Chapters Left to Complete) - Chapter 14
Rogette was tormented by Lucas all day long afterward. Lucas acted like a man in a panic, frustrated that he couldn’t impart everything he knew to Rogette in just one day, and Rogette willingly followed him around.
Only after dinner was she finally released from Lucas.
“Sweet dreams.”
The maid, who had helped her change into her nightclothes, blew out the candle. Rogette, who had been lying quietly in bed, sat up the moment the maid left.
‘I want to create a mana core…’
Both Duke Adrian and Celene had told her to wait until she’d gained some healthy plumpness before starting magic lessons.
But Rogette was in a hurry. She didn’t know when or how Marquis Dallas might target the Adrians.
‘Maybe I could prevent the carriage accident…’
But what came after that was the real problem.
Would Marquis Dallas give up on Daniel? As far as Rogette knew, he wasn’t that kind of man. On the contrary, he was more likely to become obsessively fixated on Daniel, consumed by spite.
If he tried another method to go after Daniel, the chances were high she wouldn’t be able to protect him. Therefore, it was better to strengthen her magical abilities before anything happened—to be ready to counter the Dallas family’s schemes.
Rogette closed her eyes and focused on the mana flowing through her body. She gathered the slowly moving mana into the area below her navel. At the same time, a warm sensation began emanating from where the mana had gathered.
But that was as far as it went. The mana scattered before even ten seconds had passed. Simultaneously, Rogette was struck by a fit of violent coughing.
Cough, cough, cough! Covering her mouth as she coughed, Rogette only sighed after the fit had completely subsided, gazing down at her navel.
‘Guess it’s still too soon for me?’
I’ll have to plump up quickly—until my body can properly handle mana.
Rogette made this resolution once more before returning to bed.
[This is the timeline separator]Rogette was fast asleep.
“Father.”
Daniel sought out Duke Adrian the moment he returned to the mansion. As the duke handed his outer coat to Sebastian, he asked,
“Did you meet properly with His Highness the Crown Prince?”
“Yes.”
“Nothing unusual happened?”
“Nothing significant.”
Joshua had said something meaningful, but that hardly counted as “significant.”
“By the way, it’s about Rogette.”
“What about Rogette? Did something happen?”
“No, nothing serious, so please don’t worry.”
Daniel shook his head and then voiced what he wanted to ask.
“She mentioned her birthday is in a week. Did you know that?”
The duke’s hands, unfastening his cufflinks, paused briefly.
“I’m hearing this for the first time.”
“I thought as much.”
Daniel continued,
“In any case, everyone’s been busy preparing for Rogette’s birthday party.”
“So that’s why the atmosphere in the mansion has felt strangely lively.”
“Yes. But it seems Rogette has never properly celebrated a birthday before. We’d like to prepare something special for her, but I’m not sure how—so I came to ask for your opinion, Father.”
“A special birthday party, you say…”
Duke Adrian fell into thought. If she’d never had a birthday party before, throwing her an extravagant celebration rivaling any noble’s would be simple enough.
Yet, somehow, that didn’t feel sufficient. Rogette probably wouldn’t even want something that ostentatious.
After a moment of contemplation, Duke Adrian smiled faintly.
“I have a good idea, Daniel.”
“What is it, Father?”
The duke smiled as he shared his suggestion.
Daniel, upon hearing it, smiled along with him.
[This is the timeline separator]A week had passed since Rogette arrived at the Adrian household. During that time, she hadn’t done anything particularly noteworthy.
She simply ate well, played well, and slept well.
This wasn’t an exaggeration—those three things were truly all she’d done. At night, she secretly attempted to form a mana core, but failed every time. Because of this, she made even more of an effort at breakfast.
Yet, independently of that, no one demanded anything of her. As a result, Rogette found herself seriously pondering each morning.
‘Is it really alright like this?’
It was true she wasn’t expected to do anything for now—Duke Adrian hadn’t assigned her a single tutor. Celene hadn’t visited her since that first day, either.
Was it truly acceptable to just stay like this? If she couldn’t prove her usefulness, did she even have the right to remain in this household?
Once, that thought must have shown on her face, because Duke Adrian gently patted her head and said,
“Just relax and enjoy yourself.”
He added that children should grow up carefree, as befitting their age.
Ah—but there was one condition, after all.
“By the way, from now on, you must eat everything without leaving anything behind. Eat plenty and grow up big and strong—though, of course, no shrimp.”
But could that really be called a requirement? Though doubtful, Rogette did her best to meet his expectations by eagerly shoveling food into her mouth at every meal.
It wasn’t particularly difficult—the Adrian household’s head chef was exceptionally skilled.
Thanks to this, Rogette’s cheeks had already started to fill out after just one week. Everyone quietly concealed their delight but felt proud seeing her transformation.
And today—the day that had kept the Adrian mansion bustling all week—was Rogette’s birthday.
“Hey, squirt!”
Lucas barged into Rogette’s room early in the morning. The maids tried to stop him, but to no avail.
He yanked the blanket Rogette was cocooned in and woke her up.
“Get up, get up!”
“Mmm…”
Still half-asleep, Rogette suddenly opened her eyes wide at his next words.
“You’re going to sleep in even on your birthday?”
Ah, right—I have a birthday today!
When the Adrian household first started preparing for her birthday party, Rogette had felt absolutely nothing. Everyone insisted birthdays were special, but their words hadn’t truly resonated with her.
She’d simply gone along with their happiness because they seemed so joyful preparing for her party.
But perhaps it was because, over the past week, she’d been subtly conditioned—almost brainwashed—into believing birthdays were wonderful, blessed occasions.
Now, Rogette found herself belatedly looking forward to her birthday. In fact, she’d barely slept last night from sheer excitement.
“I won’t sleep in.”
Still groggy, Rogette struggled to keep her eyes open as Lucas grabbed her hand and pulled her up.
“Come on, hurry. We’ve got somewhere to go.”
Rubbing one eye with her free hand, Rogette followed him in her nightclothes. Lucas led her straight to the dining hall.
“Don’t you dare cry from being too happy.”
Lucas gave her a half-joking warning as he opened the dining hall doors. Instantly, a chorus of voices rang out from inside.
“Happy birthday!
“Happy birthday to you!”
A servant waiting by the door sprinkled flower petals over Rogette. Lucas scooped a handful from his basket and showered her head with more petals.
With her hair now dusted thickly with flower petals, Rogette looked around the dining hall.
Unlike usual, the hall was lavishly decorated. The tables were piled high with dishes and desserts she loved.
In front of them stood not only her family but also the household staff, all beaming brightly at her.
“Oh…”
A warm, tender feeling bloomed in her chest. It was a sensation she’d never felt before—but it wasn’t unpleasant at all. In fact, it felt wonderful.
At that moment, Daniel and Isabelle approached.
“Happy birthday, Rose.”
“Congratulations.”
Then Duke Adrian walked over and gently ruffled Rogette’s hair.
“Happy birthday. I hope your day is filled only with happiness, Rose.”
Kind people and warm words. Only today did Rogette finally understand completely.
I’m really glad I was born.
At the same time, clear tears began falling from her eyes.
[This is the timeline separator]“Crybaby, crybaby!”
Lucas teased Rogette, whose eyes had turned as red as a rabbit’s from all her crying. Normally, Daniel or Duke Adrian would have scolded him, but today they only laughed and let him be.
Still with damp eyes, Rogette took a large bite of the cake the maid had cut for her. The chocolate cake, loaded with fresh strawberries, was both tart and sweet.
Lucas giggled as he handed her something he’d hidden under the table. The long, slender object—almost as long as Rogette’s arm—was clumsily wrapped in red paper.
“What’s this?”
“Your birthday present!”
“Can I really take it?”
“Of course!”
“Here, take mine too.”
This time, Isabelle handed her a box no bigger than Rogette’s palm. Daniel also gave her a weighty gift.
Rogette, arms full of birthday presents, asked,
“Can I open them now?”
“Of course. They’re your gifts.”
With careful hands, she began unwrapping each beautifully wrapped present one by one.
Daniel had given her a storybook she could color herself, Isabelle had gifted her a cherished hair ornament, and Lucas had presented her with a wooden training sword he’d played with as a child.
Isabelle scolded him.
“What’s a wooden sword for a child who’s supposed to learn magic?”
Lucas snorted dismissively.
“Sister, what family do we belong to? The Adrian ducal line, which has produced skilled knights for generations! Father is the greatest sword master of all.”
“So?”
“So, magic is great, but the squirt should learn basic swordsmanship too, don’t you think?”
“Look at her arms! What’s she going to do with a sword in those?”
“No reason she can’t!”
Rogette chimed in.
“I’ll learn!”
Both siblings turned their eyes to her at once. Slightly intimidated, Rogette continued in a softer voice.
“I want to learn swordsmanship too.”
Learning magic was fine, but since she’d been adopted into the Adrian household, it seemed wise to at least learn some basic self-defense.
“Is that not allowed?”
“Not allowed? Nonsense.”
Duke Adrian answered.
“But let’s wait until you’ve grown a bit taller and put on some more weight.”
“Yes.”
“Anyway, now that you’ve received all your gifts, it’s my turn.”
At Duke Adrian’s gesture, Sebastian brought forward a large box.
Duke Adrian opened it for Rogette himself. Inside lay an exquisite party dress, matching shoes, and coordinating accessories.
“Wear this for lunch and we’ll hold your party. That’s my gift to you.”
“A party?”
Rogette blinked in confusion.
“Aren’t we already having a party right now?”
Lucas chuckled.
“This? This is just breakfast.”
If this was merely breakfast, just how grand would the actual party be?
Seeing Rogette’s astonished expression, Daniel winked at her.
“You can look forward to it, Rose. Father’s prepared a truly wonderful gift for you.”
He added those words with a meaningful look.
Male lead is a Love-Obsessed Merman
When he discovers she has gone, he risks everything to pursue her on land, enduring agonizing pain to transform his tail into human legs…
One-line summary: Male lead chases female lead. The male lead’s love is a bit sick, an invincible love brain.
Synopsis
During a voyage at sea, Jiang Yang accidentally captures a merman.
Servant: I heard that mermen are fierce and brutal.
Jiang Yang looks at the merman obediently rubbing her palm like a puppy: “You call this fierce and brutal?”
Servant: I heard that mermen have no human nature.
Jiang Yang looks at the merman with wet puppy eyes, obsessively calling her ‘A Yang’ like a childish infant: “You call this having no human nature?”
With great difficulty, she releases the merman back into the sea and returns to shore.
Who would have thought that in less than half a month, the merman, who should have been freely wandering in the South China Sea, would shed his scales, endure the pain of losing his tail, transform into human legs, and come ashore to find her?
He kneels at her feet, rubbing her palm, with merman tears rolling down: “A Yang, don’t abandon me.”
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Oh no hahahaha they will think she is smitten by that knight hahaha. Still! Good for the baby to exercise and learn at least the basic from swordsmanship
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I bet is her orphanage’s friends 🥺happy to see the baby like that. Alsoooooo, do the prince remember all his past life? Why thooo