Violant of the Silver

have to leave the country,” said Legion.

“Mother…” Vio wanted to say that his brother’s bullying wasn’t a problem, but his mother wouldn’t yield.
She said, “I can’t put up with this anymore.
Not only are they not satisfied with driving you out into a rural town, but your brother even hit you just because His Highness came to visit you.
If that fool doesn’t experience something painful once, he won’t ever understand that his actions are wrong.”

With how furious Viola appeared, Vio was unable to say anything more.
He could only look around nervously.
Noticing the servants looking at Viola, eyes shining with joy, he gave up trying to convince them not to worry.

I have to conduct myself properly so that I won’t stand out…

It would become a big problem if they resorted to bloodshed.
Vio grew sluggish, dejected.

All of a sudden, Viola clapped her hands.
On cue, the maids pushed in carts with books.
Following that, they began stacking said books on the table.

“What is this, Mother?” Vio asked.

“You should be bored since you’re unable to leave the room, right? I’ve prepared all sorts of books here, so kill some time with them.
I also heard from Jill that you have talent in magic.
Study well.”

“Is it really a talent? I just find magic interesting…”

“Everyone has to start somewhere.
You’re interested in it now, so you should develop that interest into a skill.
Fifteen years old is a good age to absorb knowledge.
Now is a good time to fill yourself up with information.”

“Yes…”

Viola laughed in satisfaction at Vio’s obedient nod.
“I feel relieved now.
Well then, I’ll be heading home since I have to prepare for the evening ball.
Don’t worry about the joint training that’s coming in three days.
I’ll take care of it.
Also, make sure to ice your cheek, Violant.
See you later.”

“Thank you very much, Mother…”

Once Viola had left, silence filled the room.
Vio felt like a local storm had just ran through him.
As he relaxed, his posture less rigid, Rille said with joy, “This is great, Master! With this, you can finally fight back!”

Jill smiled.
“I feel relieved as well.
I was thinking about using my last resort, but now it’s no longer necessary”

Jill’s words disturbed Vio somewhat, but Legion merely smiled thinly and muttered to himself, “I have to make sure my aim doesn’t miss him.”

“Legi, what are you saying? I want to live in peace, so refrain from doing something so extreme,” said Vio.

All of them said they understood.
However, Vio was doubtful to the max whether they would keep their promise.
Then he turned to the other two knights who were standing still.
“Both of you, I apologize.
I’ve involved you in my family’s situation.
It’s a shameful thing, so I hope you can keep it a secret.”

“…Lord Violant, you’re on bad terms with Lord Rupheus?” Lantz asked with a puzzled look.

Vio broke into a smile, the expression carrying a trace of bitterness.
“I won’t answer that since it’s a private matter.”

Lantz pursed his lips, feeling awkward.
Cheval appeared like he wanted to say something, but he shut his mouth in the end.

“I’m tired,” said Vio.
“I’ll rest for a short while, so I will leave the rest to you, Jill.”

“Understood.
Please enjoy your rest.”

Mentally exhausted, Vio sent Jill a sidelong glance before entering his bedroom.

I told them to keep it a secret, but I’m sure they’ll report it to His Highness… Well, whatever.

Since many things had already grown so troublesome, Vio decided to stop thinking about them and dove into his fluffy bed.