010: Preface ~ Teaching Good Things ②

Inside the box were several colorful cakes. There’s strawberry shortcake, chocolate ganache cake, beautiful fruit tarts, mille-feuille, along with several others.

“But that’s not the end of it!” Allen

At that point, Allen opens the rest of the boxes and bags. More colorful sweets are revealed, along with fruit juices, popcorn, etc. In the blink of an eye, the table is covered with all sorts of tasty treats. Charlotte’s eyes are wide with surprise.

“Well… what’s all this?” Charlotte

“It’s really fun” Allen

“Yes…?” Charlotte

Charlotte is getting angry, but Allen ignores that and opens the lid of a cider drink.

“This is tonight’s dinner. We’ll eat, drink, and make tons of noise!” Allen

“OH YEAH” Allen shouts.

Charlotte finally breaks and starts to scream

“No, no, Allen! You must eat a proper dinner! If you only eat sweets, your nutrition will be damaged!” Charlotte

“Well, that’s about the response I expected, prim and proper. That’s what makes the fall worthwhile!” Allen says as he laughs with satisfaction.

“Anyway, the Duke’s family would only you provide the bare minimum to eat.” Allen

“Well, that’s…” Charlotte

“It looks like I’ve guessed right. They didn’t starve you, but had no intention of treating you to luxurious things. Isn’t that right?” Allen

She must have been a concubine’s child, though only the family members were aware of it. Even if she was ostensibly part of the family, she was mainly used for servant-like work in the house. Cakes wouldn’t be part of her diet.

Allen puts one of the cakes on a plate, it’s a strawberry shortcake with beautiful strawberries on top. Strawberries aren’t in season, but it was grown in a greenhouse so it could be ripe at this time. He puts a fork on the plate and hands it to Charlotte.

“Hey, this is a tasty cake, I was told it was the most popular cake in the store.” Allen

“Uh…” Charlotte

Charlotte’s eyes are glued to the cake. Earlier, she had only had a thin soup made from Allen’s special vegetables, some bread, and a fried egg. Charlotte should be hungry. Charlotte’s stomach makes a small noise, but she gently shakes her head.

“But it’s no good. It’s bad for you to have a cake for dinner…” Charlotte says apologetically as she glances at Allen.

“And… I can’t impose on Allen anymore than I already am.” Charlotte quietly says.

“But it’s such a beautiful cake. Isn’t it bad for the patisserie who made it if someone doesn’t enjoy it?” Allen

“Umm…” Charlotte

Allen’s argument is wearing down Charlotte, he starts to grin.

“So, who is your employer?” Allen

“Oh, Mr. Allen…” Charlotte

“Exactly!” Allen

Then Allen forces Charlotte to hold the fork.

“The employer’s legal orders are absolute, so we’ll eat as much as we want today. That’s your current task!” Allen

“That’s messed up…” Charlotte

“If you continue to resist, I’ll curse you again, by cursing myself.” Allen

“No, please take better care of yourself!” Charlotte screams to attempt to block Allen from casting the spell.

She finally gives in and grasps the fork.

“Well, I understand… thank you” Charlotte

“I knew you would give in.” Allen

It’s a villainous line, but Allen just wants her to enjoy some cake.

“I’ll check just in case, but do you have any food allergies? Any chronic medical conditions?” Allen

“No, but… you’re acting like a doctor.” Charlotte

“Well, I do have a doctor’s license.” Allen

“You’re so funny.” Charlotte giggles.

Allen wasn’t lying, but Charlotte took it as a joke. He’s just happy that it relieved her tension.

Translation

Good Job!

Do Better!

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