Hiiro (50)
"What do you mean?"
Before I could say anything, Akemi continued speaking.
"I was surprised when Prince Akemi requested urgently that we provide personnel as servants for the detached palace, but, well, it has become extremely popular."
"Popular?"
"Yes. The work, which involves greeting others while cleaning and doing laundry, was quite refreshing. We rarely have guests, and any uninvited visitors are quickly dealt with, so they've gradually decreased. On top of that, the meals—breakfast, lunch, and dinner—are absolutely delicious. We even get snacks. Once our work is done, we're free to do as we please, and we can even spar with Lord Kujou and Lord Hitachimaru. Lord Rikimaru is also a perfect match for us. As members of the Hidden Clan, we couldn't engage with non-family members except in real combat, so we're quite pleased. And there's more!"
"There's more?"
"Lady Otoha and Lord Naruhito are so adorable! While we're working, two angels come and talk to us. Watching them play together is such a blessing for the eyes."
You really said it all... Akemi was stunned. It's rare to see that.
"Umm, so?"
"Oh, right. The work at the detached palace has become so popular that we've created a duty roster. Even those with other jobs are eager to take their turn, so they try to finish their tasks as quickly as possible. My father loves Lord Naruhito so much that he doesn't leave the palace during the day. And since it's more efficient to hold meetings there rather than gathering at the estate outside the royal castle, the Chief has decided to work as the head butler at the detached palace, giving instructions and receiving reports."
With a slightly excited tone, Muramasa finished his report.
Becoming the Chief meant he could stay at the detached palace all the time, so he was clearly overjoyed.
Well, since Ichinose gets along with him, he can do as he pleases. It's helpful to have someone take care of the detached palace.
Though, the phrase "loves Lord Naruhito too much" does bother me a bit.
Akemi placed his hand on his forehead and spoke in a low voice.
"Hiiro. Ichinose belongs to me."
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