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Dedicated Maid’s Past is Heavier than I had Imagined

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(POV switch – Monica)

As you know, from the moment I was born as the eldest daughter of the Ashton Household, it was determined that I would serve the Chevalier Household, walking the path of an assassin.

From a young age, Father and Mother drilled assassination techniques into me, and I trained desperately every day. Those days were beyond imagination, and looking back now, I was impressed that I was able to endure it.

But….

“Hmph… It cannot be otherwise. After all, the Ashton Household is merely a pawn of the Chevalier Household. Therefore, I must be of some use.” (Father)

“Wha—!? You!” (Mother)

Father only saw me as a tool, and Mother was always filled with anger about that. However, Mother’s words were never accepted, and both she and I suffered every day. That was why I worked even harder to become strong, determined to leave this house with Mother.

On one particular day when I turned eight, Father took me on my first mission. I was filled with tension and anxiety, but I thought that if I could complete this mission, I might be recognized as a full-fledged operative and be able to leave my family.

And then… I killed someone for the first time.

“Well done.” (Father)

It was the first time Father praised me. However, for a while afterward, I couldn’t wash the blood from my hands, scrubbing until my skin was raw. The blood was long gone, yet I kept washing.

I continued to carry out the missions assigned to me, and within a year, I became indifferent to the deaths of enemies.

Yes… I think I can say I was getting closer to my ideal as an operative.

Howevver…

“Ahhh!?” (Monica)

With just a single stab from a dagger, everything about me was shattered. I was drenched in the warm blood of Mother.

Later, I learned that Mother had been a spy for an enemy faction. Despite having sworn eternal loyalty to the Chevalier Household after marrying Father. I thought I had defeated an enemy, but I had killed my own mother.

Father once again praised me with a “Well done,” but I didn’t understand why.

Why praise me when I had killed my mother?

From that moment on, I would curl up alone in the mansion at night, trembling. I felt crushed by the guilt of having killed my mother and often thought about ending my own life. Yet, I continued to take on more missions, killing enemies to cover my hands, stained with my mother’s blood, with the blood of others.

Now I can clearly see that I was already broken at that time.

As if to further aggravate my nerves, Father took a new wife. Yes, Margo was originally my father’s subordinate, and by this time, they already had a seven-year-old daughter named Sarah. Indeed. This means that Father and Margo had been involved even when Mother was still alive.

Amidst all this, Father assigned me a new mission. It was to serve as a dedicated maid to the eldest daughter of the House of Duke Chevalier, Alexandra ob Chevalier. Since the Ashton Household has always been a shadow of the Chevalier Household, serving my lord was only natural. Father also serves as the chamberlain for Lord Chevalier, so he is in close attendance.

And then… I met Milady.

At first, I thought I was merely carrying out my duties as a dedicated maid, like just a mere doll. However, as I interacted with Milady… no, that was not it. As Milady found her partner, her previously shy personality transformed into something more positive, and I began to think that I couldn’t remain as I was.

Milady worked tirelessly to be with His Highness Harold, striving to control the Dragon’s Favor, and finally managed to get engaged. Having watched Milady’s efforts by her side, I was filled with emotion. I wanted her to be happy with His Highness Harold. Until that time came, I thought I would serve her…

And…

 

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(POV switch – Harold)

“…I received an order from Milady to become Prince Harold’s dedicated maid, and here I am.” (Monica)
“‘‘‘…””” (Alexandra/Harold/Casparleague)

Monica’s past was heavier than I imagined. I didn’t know how to respond… or rather, I couldn’t say anything thoughtless.

“Were you disillusioned?” (Monica)

“Huh? Why?” (Harold)

Oh no. I accidentally replied in my usual tone.

“I have killed many people, including my own mother. Do you not resist having someone like me by your side?” (Monica)

“That’s a strange thing to ask. I want you to stay by my side as my dedicated maid, so that’s what it is.” (Harold)

No, I’m doing it again. I’m answering without thinking. But even if I try to distance myself, it’s pointless. As your lord, I will never dismiss you.

“Fufu… That’s unfortunate. Rather, you should know what kind of person Haru-sama is.” (Alexandra)

“Yes. I knew that, yet I still asked.” (Monica)

Monica replied to Xandra, who chuckled softly.

What’s this? It seems she had no intention from the start.

“Well then, since I’ve heard Monica’s story, let’s get fired up and look for a place to eat. I’m starving!” (Harold)

“Indeed.” (Alexandra)

“Yay! I’ve been waiting for this!” (Casparleague)

We stopped the carriage on the street and began searching for a restaurant.

Then…

“…I’m truly glad that I can serve you.” (Monica)

“Ahaha, thank you.” (Harold)

In response to Monica’s whispered words, I smiled back.

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