Chapter 495: Following up on various things
I called Charlotte to my study. How much of my exchange with Lord Simon should I talk about? After all, theres also happiness in not knowing.
Well then, first of all, you are released from your slavery contract, Charlotte-san.
u-um, I am a criminal slave, as such, release is impossible.
Perhaps I jumped the gun. That would be the normal response, I suppose.
Yes. Actually, I went to the Royal Capital to the Prime Minister, Lord Simon.. There, it was decided that the the revocation of Baron Volds title would be rescinded, the documents of your criminal slavery would be erased, and that fact that you had fallen into slavery will no longer exist. However, Im sorry, but the territory of the Vold Barony cant be returned because there is currently no heir to it. On the other hand, the Baron will receive a new mansion in the Royal Capital. For the meantime, I think your mother, who is recovering in her parents house, should be the acting head as an honorary baroness.
Eh,
As I thought, I did it too fast.
Maybe because it was too fast, she wasnt able to understand it all. Charlotte-san was stunned, and her mouth hung open.
Ahh, until the heat dies down, Charlotte-san, you cant go to the mansion prepared for you in the Royal Capital. Thats why, youll have to stay in this mansion for a while.
I, I seeee
Charlotte, who couldnt keep up with the surge of information, seemed like she could only manage a half hearted reply.
I heard from Lord Simon that there many of those nobles who were aiming to buy Charlotte-san had she been sold to a slavery company abroad, Obviously, I cant imagine they would force another false charge on Charlotte-san after she had been reinstated as the Barons daughter, but I cant trust that the heads of the families of the Noblists faction wouldnt hatch another plan.
Lord Simon said that he will tighter hold on the Noblists and improve the air a bit more so you will be able to live in your mansion in the Royal Capital, but he also thought it would be a good idea for you to rest your mind and body here.
U, um, c-can I really be freed even though I am really a criminal slave?
The document proving that you had become a slave, as well as the receipt for when I bought in the Moulin Slavery Company are all gone now. Oh whoops, I should probably release you first.
Hol-! Please hold on!
When I said that thinking that she would trust me more if I release her, Charlotte stopped me in a panic.
Hm? Whats wrong?
If you release me right now, you will be at a disadvantage, would you not, Iruma-sama?
Ahh, thats fine. Did I not mention it? I got the money I spent at Moulin-sans back from Lord Simon. You dont have to worry about it.
Hmm? I thought she would happy that the fact that she had become a slave was no longer an issue, but it seems I was a bit off.
Takumi-sama, wouldnt Charlotte-san feel guilty towards Gina and Ana if she was the only one who was freed?
Ahh, I can understand a little about how you feel, but if Gina and Ana work earnestly here, I think they will be released in around three years. Thats how much I plan to pay them.
Hes right, Charlotte-san. In the first place, the reason why Gina and Ana became slaves is different.
Having heard that much, Charlotte was finally convinced and she agreed to my dispel.
Dispel!
The slavery mark engraved onto Charlottes white skin had disappeared, and now, there was no proof that Charlotte was a criminal slave. Present here now was Baron Volds daughter, Charlotte-san.
Okay, now youve returned to being the Lady Charlotte, Baron Volds daughter.
U-um, I have a favor to ask of you, Iruma-sama.
Hm? What is it?
Since I will be in your care for a while, may I work alongside Gina-san and Ana-san?
Eh!? Is that okay?
I was surprised by Charlottes request, but Id be grateful for it. After all, the mountain of documents increases day by day. Obviously, the more help we have , the better it is.
Yes. I believe I can be of even a little bit of assistance.
Thank you. Of course youll be properly compensated.
We ended our conversation and were about to split up, Charlotte seemed like she had another thing to say.
Huh, is there something else?
U-um, if it was possible, I was hoping to give Mother peace of mind
Oh, ohh! I forgot. Youre right, your mother would also be worried, wouldnt she?
If I remember correctly, she went back home to recuperate at her parents home. Lord Simon did say that he would withdraw the downfall of the House Vold, and would reinstate Charlottes mother as an honorary baroness until the next head could be decided, didnt he?
Takumi-sama, in that case, why dont you invite her into the Sanctuary? If theyre here together with us, we can have them stay in a room in the lodging facilities.
Right. Lets do that. Is that alright with you too, Charlotte-san?
Thank you very much.
Charlotte bowed deeply.
You cant do that, Charlotte-san. You are the Barons daughter, after all. I am a commoner.
That is irrelevant. I want to show my gratitude.
In any case, raise your head. Lets go meet your mother immediately. I dont know if she would come with us to the Sanctuary immediately, but she would be relieved to see your face, Charlotte-san.
Yes!
Alrighty, thats one issue settled.
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