"Well, that's kind of bad. I'm sorry I had to join you.
"No, it's no problem. You're home now.

　Charlotte smiles as she fills Dorothea's glass with wine.

　The table in the living room was filled with a variety of colorful dishes. Her birthday was tomorrow, but since Natalia and Eruca were here, Charlotte had decided to go all out.
　Her sister and sister-in-law had also helped.

　However, they didn't touch the food and asked Allen with a mysterious look on their faces.

"Hey, you know a Dark Elf?　I've never seen one in person before.
I've never seen one in person before. ...... So this is the Dark Elf, the famous Guardian of Wisdom. ......
"Yeah, yeah. ......

　Allen had no choice but to reply.
　It was hard to explain that it came with the house when he bought it second-hand.

　In addition, he still hadn't decided on a birthday present for Charlotte, which made him say even less.

(Gggg...... what to do!　The homunculus is in storage. ...... What should I give her?

　I felt bad about getting rid of it, so the homunculus is still in the lab. But I can't give it as a gift.
　Charlotte would be happy, but the other women would be turned off. In particular, it would be unbearable if Natalia's opinion of me were to drop any further.

　Dorothea snaps her fingers and says, "Oh, by the way," while Allen agonizes over this. Then a book with a ribbon wrapped around it fell from the sky. She holds it out to Charlotte with a smile.

It's your birthday, isn't it, Charlotte? Here's a present from me. It's a romance novel I wrote.
"Oh, my God!　Are you sure?

　Charlotte was so happy to receive it that she jumped out of her skin. Her face broke into a smile and she hugged the book tightly.

I found a lot of Dorothea's books in the storeroom, so I've been reading them little by little. It's very romantic and exciting. ...... I'm very happy to have a new book!
"Well, thank you too. Thanks to Charlotte and Allen, I've been able to write this new book!
What do you mean by that?
What do you mean? - Well, I wrote the book based on both of them. The book was written with you two as the models, so we made it really sweet!
What?
What's ......?

　It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for.
　Allen couldn't overlook it either, so he sat up. He was about to check the contents of the book when he heard a voice say.

"If it's a gift, don't forget about us!
"Lu, too!

　The door opened with a bang and Goussetsu and Ru appeared.
They had been out all morning to prepare a present for Charlotte. Both were carrying furoshiki wrapping cloths on their backs and had leaves stuck all over their bodies as if they had rushed back.

　Charlotte walks up to them and brushes away the leaves and other debris.

"Goussetsu-san, Lu-chan. Welcome back. You're all dusty. Let's take a bath together later.
"Thank goodness. But first, we'd appreciate it if you'd accept our gift.
"Mom!　I've brought you a present!　Please take it!
"Thank you both for .......

　"Thank you both for the " Charlotte sobbed, and the two of them hurriedly opened the wrapping cloth.

I'm going to give it to you first. The first thing I wanted to do was drop a castle on you. ......
No, please don't. ......
I'm sure you'll agree, so I'll start here.

　Goussetsu held out a pendant with a round paw. A diamond-like sparkling stone is connected to a thin chain.
　I'm not sure what to make of it.

Is this really jewelry?　How can I accept such a precious thing? ......
'No, it's not jewelry. The teeth of our capybara, when well polished, become a clear stone like this. I've made a pendant out of it.

　As you can see, Goussetsu opens his mouth wide. One of his front teeth was missing from his beautiful set of teeth.

By the way, our teeth grow back in three days, so don't worry. It's also used as a good luck charm.
"Oh, I see. ...... Well, I'll take it gratefully. It's so beautiful and sparkly!
"I am honored that you are pleased.

　It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for.
　I'm not sure what to do, but I'm sure I'll be able to do it.



"Look at Lu's, look at Lu's!　Lu is playing with her mother and brothers at .......
"Wow, a scarf?

　Lu brought out a fluffy scarf with gold and silver hair mixed in.
　I'm sure you'll be able to find something that works for you.

"Yes. My mother gathered up the hair of everyone and made it into a scarf. You're very good at it, you can even turn into a human.
It's fluffy. ......!　I'll have to go thank your mothers next time.
"Come, come!　My mother and brothers want to see you one more time.
"I'd like to go and say hello to her, too. I'd like to come and say hello to you, too.

　One of them and two of them are having a good time.
　At first glance, this was a very amusing scene, but the rest of the group was in a state of shock.
　Eruka and Natalia, their faces scrunched up, whispered secretly.

Charlotte, you're getting a great present. ......
Yeah, I wonder how many hundreds of ...... gold coins those two items will be.

　It's a great way to make sure you're getting the most out of your money.
　When both of them hit the market, lovers will pile up their money.

(Wait a minute, ...... am I less than them?)

　I'm sure you'll be pleased to know that both of them have been able to provide Charlotte with a thoughtful and unique gift.
　In contrast, I ...... and Allen are uncharacteristically depressed.

　In the midst of such a three-way atmosphere, Dorothea sounded a little surprised.

I've heard of this, but what does it mean to be loved by both Fenrir and the capybara from hell?　I've been alive for about a thousand years and I don't know of any such outstanding person.
"Mmm. I'm sure you'll be able to find something that works for you.

　Natalia shook her head and stroked her small chin with a mysterious expression.

I'm sure you're not the only one.
"Oh, so you have a special family background. If you don't mind me asking, could you tell me about it?
It's the Evans family of the Kingdom of Neils.
Evans...... Ah!　Oh, the Saint Lydyria!
"Saint Lydia's ......?

　Allen's head twisted at the unfamiliar word.

"Lydyria Evans. She's a hero who saved the kingdom of Niels about 500 years ago.

　There's not a person in the kingdom of Neals who doesn't know her name, even though it was a long time ago.

　She mastered magic at the tender age of ten, and was a match for all adults.
　Her words moved the hearts of even the roughest of people, and she was able to tame all kinds of demons.
　She once single-handedly took on a group of demons that attacked her country, and instead of defeating them, she persuaded them to leave.

　Thanks to her efforts, she is said to have made a name for herself at the time as a saint who saved the country.
　Allen, as expected, had heard at least that anecdote.

I didn't know that was your ancestor. ......
No. Lydyria died of an epidemic at a young age, so the Evans family was taken over by her brother.

　It is said that the Evans family was originally a very low class family, even though they were noblemen.
　However, Lidyria's success was highly praised, and she quickly rose to the rank of duke. Even after that, they maintained a close relationship with the royal family and built their current position.

However, we have a lineage that has produced saints. It is said that in my family, people with divine power are born from time to time. I'm sure you're one of them.
You're exaggerating. I just get to talk to Goussetsu and Lu.
"You say that, but ...... I've always wondered.

　Natalia shakes her head and asks with a serious face.

I've been wondering about this for a while now.
"Oh, I know you're not supposed to talk badly, but ...... what about it?
Then how the ...... hell did you escape from that prison?
"Huh?

　Charlotte rolled her eyes and puzzled.

I've heard that before. I think I heard that before.

　Allen interjects, but then nods his head, questioning his own words.
　When he picked up the stranded Charlotte, she told him that she had snuck away from the guards.
　She was telling the truth, and Allen had believed her, but now that he thought about it again, it was absolutely ridiculous.

"It's a prison in the royal castle, right ......?　I'm sure you've heard of it.

　And Charlotte was known as the evil woman who plotted to overthrow the state. With such a criminal in custody, there must have been many soldiers on guard.
　It's hard to imagine that Charlotte, who had no allies at the time and couldn't even use magic, could have escaped.

I've been wondering about that too.

　I've been wondering about that too," Eruka said, curious.

I've done a lot of research on Charlotte. I've done a lot of research on Charlotte, but I can't figure out how she escaped from the castle. I'm sure the security was pretty tight.
I'm sure the security was pretty tight." "Oh, well, I just snuck out, that's all. ......

　While attracting everyone's attention, Charlotte said as if it was nothing.



The next thing I knew, the cage was unlocked and all the soldiers on guard were taking a nap, so I snuck out ....... I was very lucky.
I'm not talking about lucky.

　After that, he took a path he thought would be safe and didn't run into anyone at all.
　He then safely escaped from the castle, hid in a stopped vendor's carriage, and succeeded in fleeing the country.

　This story is so absurd.
　If Allen had heard this story from someone other than Charlotte, he would have said, "You're lying! If Allen had heard the story from anyone other than Charlotte, he would have said, "Bullshit!
　But it was Charlotte. There was no lie in her words, and all of the ...... people could not help but look at each other strangely, as if they understood that.

The more you hear about it, the more mysterious it becomes. ...... How is that possible?
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I guess castle security is hard work. ...... Everyone seemed to be sleeping peacefully.
"I'm sure it's not just exhaustion, Charlotte.
I'm sure it's not just exhaustion, Charlotte. At the time, people were wondering if you had used some kind of strange magic. ...... You don't seem to have any idea.

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"Hmmm... I see. So, perhaps Charlotte has more unknown powers.
"Is there, ......?

　Charlotte just nodded her head, not quite sure what to make of it.
　Looking at her, Allen suddenly had an idea.

(Could it be that ...... Charlotte is the reincarnation of the saint Lydyria?

　Reincarnation is not a rare phenomenon.
　There are a number of people around Allen who have memories of their previous lives. And some of them have awakened to the special powers they had in their previous lives. ...... Looking at Charlotte's past actions, it seems that this is not an impossible story.

　I'm not sure if Eruka and Natalia have any thoughts on the matter, but they are pondering it. The only sound in the living room is the sound of Dorothea chewing her vegetables.

"Moo!　You're talking about something complicated!　I want to celebrate my mother's birthday!
Whoa!

　When Lu gets tired of the silence, she presses her head against Charlotte's and goes to spoil her.
　When Allen sees this, he smiles.

You're right, Lu. The birthday is tomorrow, but ...... we have to celebrate today as well as the past.
"Right?　I've been asking your mother about your birthday. She said it was a big day.
Your mother knows a lot about humans, doesn't she?
"Yes. She said she had a human friend once.

　Lu sniffed proudly.
　This childish gesture made both Allen and Charlotte's cheeks relax. However, the heartwarming atmosphere changed drastically when Lu wagged her tail and let out a cheerful voice.

"So, Mother, you were saying. "So, Mother, you told me that the male Tsugai gives the female Tsugai the greatest gift of all on her wedding day!　What did you get from Allen?　Something delicious?
"Uh, let's see, .......

　Charlotte stammered a little and glanced at Allen. The blue eyes met his gaze, and Allen froze in place.

I'm not sure what to do.　I'm not sure what to say, but I'm sure you'll understand.

　The saint or reincarnation was a trivial matter. I'm not sure if you've seen this before, but I'm sure you've.

I've given you Tori, so now you must please her as a lover. You know what you're doing, Daimao.
"Gosh, ......!

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　A number of expectant glances pierced Allen's eyes.
　Only Dorothea, who knew the truth about the gift Allen had prepared for her, asked, "Are you really going to bring out a homunculus that looks just like Charlotte's?　Or do you have some other plan? I'm not sure what to say.

(Yeah, ......!　Think!　The most valuable thing I can offer right now is ......!　(Besides homunculus, ......!

　Allen's brain is working at the top speed of his life.
　But I've sent Charlotte all sorts of things so far. Sweets, cakes, clothes, and magic wands ...... would not be well received by her.

　This was the only thing he could cut with the cards he had.

　Allen left his seat and walked up to Charlotte.
　He took her hand and gently placed the item in it.

"Charlotte, ......, take this.
"Is this the key to your house?
Yes.

　As Charlotte held the key to the house, Allen continued with a straight face.

The most valuable asset I have at the moment is this house. If you include the magical tools and materials I have on hand, it's worth about two thousand gold coins. I'll give it to you, so you can boil it or bake it as you like.
"I can't accept it. ......!

　Charlotte let out a backwards scream, and the room was filled with an air of dismay that said, "This guy is really .......