< — Damian — > (5)
TN: Hope you guys enjoy this one, not a lot happens but I had a blast translating it.
Lucia had rarely gone horse riding ever since Damian came back. As she was preparing to go riding for a bit, Kate came to visit.
The two greeted each other with a light embrace.
Kate had not been able to visit for a while because she had been taking care of her injured grand aunt, the Countess of Corzan.
Perhaps she had been weakened by old age for Madam Michelle fell down the stairs and sprained her ankle terribly. It was to the point where she could barely move so she chose the one she dotted on the most, her niece, Kate, to be her care-taker. Even though her grandaunt was usually nagging and strict, Kate stayed by her side and took care of her.
โHow is Madam Michelle?โ (Lucia)
โSheโs limping a little but she can walk around now. She asked me to tell you that sheโs thankful for the medicine you sent. They have shown great efficiency.โ (Kate)
โItโs my pleasure to be of help.โ
At the beginning, Madam Michelle was a frequent visitor to Roam but after Lucia held a few tea parties and handled her socializing effortlessly, Madam Michelleโs visit came to a stop because of her poor health. And ever since Kate became a frequent visitor, they had been exchanging words to and fro with Kate as the medium.
โThis is my real purpose of coming to see you today, Lucia.โ
Kate placed the basket that she came in with on the table.
โItโs the present I promised you last time. Open it.โ
Lucia carefully removed the cover of the basket and exclaimed.
โOh my god!โ
A blinding bright light came in suddenly, causing a certain pair of big black eyes to blink. The disheveled baby fox with fluffy light yellow fur shook its big ears. It was conscious of Luciaโs gaze on it for a short moment then soon enough, it yawned and closed its eyes. It moved its bushy tail and wrapped it around its body for cover.
The lovely creature that was small enough to fit in her hands instantly captured Luciaโs heart.
โGoodness! Itโs lovely!โ
Lucia placed her hand on her chest to pace her thumping heart. She had gone to the fox hunt and seen the foxes that the noble ladies raised, but none of them was as adorable as the one in front of her.
โItโs also my first time seeing such a beautiful creature. Even when it grows up, it will be beautiful.โ (Kate)
Kate had promised to obtain a fox for Lucia for fox hunting.
โYou have to get them when they are young to tame them. Look after it often. It has to recognize its owner before it hits the growth phase. If you miss this time, you canโt give any excuses.โ (Kate)
โI understand.โ (Lucia)
โIโll send you a list of the things you need to watch out for when raising a fox later.โ
โThank you, Kate. Itโs such a wonderful gift…โ
The two women descended into conversation about fox hunting for a while.
โOh, where is my mind? I was about to go horse-riding. Do you want to come with me Kate?โ
โI didnโt plan on doing so at first, but Iโve been wanting to go riding for a while. Iโll come along.โ
โAh and I have someone I want to introduce to you.โ
Lucia called a maid and instructed her to call for Damian.
โDamian is here. Heโs home for a change but Iโm not sure if there would be another time to introduce him to you.โ
โWho…?โ
โI mean His Grace the Dukeโs son. Well, heโs also my son now.โ
Kateโs expression instantly stiffened.
โ…What?โ
โCould it be youโve never heard of him? From what I know, the fact that Damian is my husband’s successor has already been made public.โ
โ…Ah…well…Iโve heard a little…โ
The life of the Duke was a taboo topic amongst northern nobles. It wasnโt like someone ordered them to keep their mouths shut but they knew to be careful with what they said. It was thanks to the efforts of the Northern people that no rumors about the son and successor of the Taran Duke had spread throughout the Capitalโs noble circles.
Meanwhile, the Duke of Taran didnโt really care whether they spread a rumor deliberately or watched what they said. In the North, Damian was a fleeting existence.
โYou called for me?โ
Looking at the black-haired, red-eyed boy that walked into the receiving room for a while, Kate swallowed tensely. She hadnโt finished preparing her mind.
โSay hello, Damian. This is pretty much the only guest that visits me in Roam. My friend, Kate Milton.โ
Damian looked indifferently at Kate who was unable to hide her puzzlement. He was familiar with such looks and expression towards himself. He had been deluded for a moment because of the Duchess’ innocent goodwill all this time.
As his mood sank a little, he lowered his head in a nodding manner.
โIt is an honor to meet a beautiful lady like yourself, Lady Milton. My name is Damian.โ
โAh…yes. I…I am also honored, Young Lord.โ
Kate had never had such a hard time managing her expression. Even in the past when she ripped her dress as she was walking, she could manage her expression.
As for the Duchess sitting next to her,
โWow, you speak so…. geez.ย You are undeniably your father’s son.โ
After saying so, she burst into laughter. Her current feeling was as though seeing a comedy, she couldnโt help but laugh.
โDo you know how to ride a horse, Damian? Or shall I bring a colt?โ
โI know how to ride a horse. I learned at the Academy.โ
โIt’s like thereโs nothing you canโt do. Kate, heโs marvelous, isnโt he? Heโs only eight but he knows how to ride a horse.โ
โAh…yes. Itโs…great.โ
It was definitely not common for an eight year old to know how to ride a horse properly, but it was very possible for someone of the young Lordโs huge stature, seeing as he exceeded that of a normal eight year old.
Moreover, he was the son of the Taran Duke whose name was hailed among knights. However, Kate didnโt have any intention of diminishing Luciaโs feeling of pride so she just humored her.
โDamian, we were going to go horse riding in a bit, but you can come along with us.โ
Damian took a glance at Kateโs stiffening expression. He felt like smiling but it was a sign that told him he was unwelcome.
โNo, itโs okay. I still have books I have to read.โ
โWhile studying is good, you canโt keep studying all the time, especially when youโre at the prime of your age. Donโt you want to grow bigger?โ
Big. Damian flinched at the sensitive topic.
โYou want to grow as big as your father, right?โ
Damian nodded his head.
โKate, would it be okay if Damian joins us? I’m sorry I didnโt ask beforehand.โ
โNo…Itโs fine. But Lucia, the riding field weโre going to… it’s only for women.”
โI know.โ
Lucia tilted her head as though asking โWhatโs the problem?โ
โDamian is just eight years old. Heโs not a man.โ
Translatorโs Corner.
*That last sentence….
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Thanks for the chapter our beloved translator-samaใฝ(โยดฮต๏ฝโ)ใ
Really love the interaction between Lucia and Damian (โงโโฆ)ใ
Not for long lucia not for long
Muahahahaha
…you say it so creepy like
Its the laugh xD
Thanks for the update
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Kekeke… that must be a pain flick on someone ears… still not a man yet.
thanks
oh and i laughed at the end another enjoyable chapter
GH! Bah ha Lucia!!!!! Thatโs an Insult! Poor Damien, she didnโt mean anything by it!?!!! OMG
That last line…
It feels like you left us on a cliffhanger
Hahaha!! “Not a man”, I think Lucia just triggered Damian XD Ty <3
All I think of is an oedipus complex springing up. Me and my messed up mind hahaha
thanks for this part…
I bet just lucia who thinks damian still a child
And that might be just the thing Damien needs. he seems to be lacking a decent childhood after all. Perhaps a little coddling will help diversify his physical, mental and emotional development.
Most definitely.Things can only improve with a bit of recognition for only being a child. Lifting some of his immense burden to get strong so fast.is a good thing. Just look what it’s done for Hugo.
Hit to pride ๐
This is so kyut i ugghhh
Indeed…he is just a boy ๐
Oh my goooooosh Luvia HAHAHAHAHA i cant breath. I also canโt wait for Hugh to come back!!!
Ah I know that feeling… like in the public place when a mom take her young toodler son to women’s restroom. But this is Damian who has so much pride on himself… Lucia… ;;;;
For a second I thought she was planning to go to a mixed riding place and thought “Hugh is so not going to be happy about that” xD
re-read 2023โค..!!
Oh nooo the poor kid
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