Chapter 50
The Duke had a pleased smile as he finished telling the story behind the Sylfinnier’s Household.
It was truly a wonderful story. The knight did not desire more than the well being of his loved ones and acted in accordance with his wishes, with honour and allegiance. Somehow, I felt like the story was so noble, it actually was like a fairy tale.
He was certainly what a real knight must be. For me who has read so many things in my past life... Hearing someone tell the story made it more enjoyable. Even though it was cliched on the teachings of what a real knight should be... It wasn’t at all boring. If I’m honest, it was actually exciting. When the Duke recited the words the knight told the First Emperor... It was mindblowing. Just like a child admires superheroes, I think I admire that knight too.
"What do you think of our ancestor? Isn’t he impressive?"
’Yeah~! He’s cool!!’
Nodding with newly gained energy, I tried to show my excitement to the inspiring spirit the knight had. However, Marianne’s father paid more attention to something else in my reaction.
"...Your tears finally stopped... thank God..."
Bringing his hand to my cheek, he brushed it and pinched it slightly with a pair of his fingers knuckles, displaying a playful expression.
’... I didn’t even notice I wasn’t crying anymore...’
Straightening up again in his seat he continued.
"...Although that is the story behind our household existence... most people have forgotten about it. Only royalty, who have the duty of knowing their Empire’s history, know such details aside from the family in question... When I learned how we got our name and the man who inspired it... I felt elated to know such a great man was who started our bloodline.
He had great morals and unyielding will, his actions helped not only his family, but the whole nation, attain the desired peace the continent deserved."