Reborn As Noble

As Javier happily munched on his food, Gloria suddenly leaned forward with a mischievous grin. She picked up a piece of perfectly grilled meat, held it delicately between her lips, and leaned toward her young master. "Here, young master~"

Javier blinked, his face lighting up with excitement. "Ehehe! Gloria, you're the best!" He took the meat from her lips with his own, his grin widening even further.

Liana sighed and shook her head, her expression caught between amusement and exasperation. "You're spoiling him more than I do, Gloria."

Gloria tilted her head, her playful smirk unfaltering. "Hmm? Of course I do! After all, there's only two more weeks left for me to serve as his personal maid."

Liana raised an eyebrow, clearly puzzled. "Huh? What do you mean by that?"

"Ara~," Gloria teased, tapping her lips with a finger, "didn't you hear Madam Francesca's orders before?"

"What orders?" Liana asked, her tone growing more serious.

Gloria's eyes sparkled as she leaned closer, her voice calm yet teasing. "Madam Francesca assigned me to serve as our young master's personal maid until his blessing ceremony is complete, and he returns to the Armand household."

Liana's gaze narrowed slightly, her protective instincts flaring. "So... you're saying you're only temporary?" Explore stories on My Virtual Library Empire

Gloria chuckled, shrugging lightly. "Temporary or not, I plan to make the most of my time as his personal maid. Don't worry, Liana. I know he's yours~."

Javier tilted his head, looking between the two with a curious expression. "Huh? What are you two whispering about? Share with me too!"

Liana smiled softly, brushing his hair. "Nothing important, young master. Just eat your dinner."

"Hmm..." Javier narrowed his eyes suspiciously for a moment but quickly shrugged it off, happily diving back into his meal. "Two beautiful maids taking care of me—this is the best!"

Gloria leaned closer to Liana's ear, her tone a mix of playfulness and sincerity. "But I'm still going to be his second wife, Liana."

Liana sighed softly, her expression calm and unwavering. "Haa... like I told you before, Gloria, it's up to him to decide. I don't mind at all."

Gloria's lips curved into a teasing smile. "Ara~ thank you, first wife."

Liana smirked slightly, leaning just enough to whisper back. "You're welcome, second wife~."

The two exchanged a knowing glance, their camaraderie evident despite the playful banter. Meanwhile, Javier, oblivious to their quiet exchange, continued enjoying his meal with a cheerful hum. "This is great! More meat, please!"

Liana and Gloria chuckled softly, their light-hearted rivalry momentarily set aside as they tended to their young master.

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As Javier lay on the couch, the book he was reading slowly slipped from his hands as sleep overtook him. His soft breathing was the only sound in the cozy room, blending with the quiet clinks of utensils from the dining table where Liana, Gloria, Iria, and Iziya were seated.

Liana set her fork down and looked at the two new recruits, her tone firm yet instructive. "From now on, when the young master eats, you will attend to him as we do," she said, gesturing toward Gloria.

Gloria, sensing the younger girls' nerves, smiled warmly and added, "Watch carefully and learn. Every detail matters—his preferences, how he likes his plate arranged, and even how to anticipate what he needs before he asks."

Iria nodded quickly, her gaze darting nervously to the sleeping Javier. "Yes, madam!"@@novelbin@@

Iziya, though quieter, clenched her fists determinedly. "We'll do our best!"

Liana gave them both an approving nod. "Good. Your priority is always the young master's comfort and safety. If you cannot meet these standards, you will not follow us to the Armand region. Is that clear?"

Both girls answered in unison, their voices resolute. "Yes, madam!"

Gloria chuckled softly, resting her chin on her hand. "Ara~ They're eager learners. Let's hope they can handle the young master's antics, though."

Liana gave her a sideways glance but said nothing, her gaze briefly softening as it landed on Javier, peacefully dozing on the couch.

After dinner, as Gloria, Iria, and Iziya cleared the table, Liana turned her attention to the living room. She smiled softly when she noticed Javier fast asleep on the couch, his book resting on his chest. Surrounding him were eight of his puppet knights, standing silently like unwavering guardians. At the center of them stood a single, imposing adamantite puppet knight, its glowing core illuminating the quiet room with a faint light as it kept watch over its master.

"Young master, wake up. Let's go to bed," Liana called gently, kneeling beside him.

Javier stirred, his voice thick with sleep. "Hmm... oh... Liana..."

"Come now, young master," she urged with a patient smile, taking his hand to guide him.

"Mmm... okay," Javier mumbled as he got up, still half-asleep, leaning slightly on her for support.

As they entered the bedroom, Liana noticed Gloria already waiting beside the bed.

"Where are the girls?" Liana asked, glancing around.

Gloria smiled. "Oh, I told them to sleep in the next room. No need for them to crowd tonight."

"Good," Liana replied with a nod. She turned her attention back to Javier. "Now, young master, it's time to sleep."

Javier chuckled softly, his eyes barely open as he climbed into bed. "Ehehe... I love you both..."

Liana couldn't help but smile at his sleepy confession. She climbed into bed, settling on his right side, while Gloria took her place on his left.

"I love you too, young master~," Gloria replied teasingly as she gently draped the blanket over him.

Liana leaned closer and whispered softly, "Sleep well, young master. We'll always be here for you."

The room fell into a comfortable silence, filled only with the soft sounds of Javier's breathing and the gentle rustle of the blankets. Liana and Gloria exchanged a glance, their hearts warmed by the bond they shared with the young master, knowing that together they would protect and nurture him in the days to come.

Meanwhile, in the Other Room

"Sister... do you think it's good for us to stay with them? The young lord seems scary," Iziya whispered, her voice trembling slightly.

Iria sighed, pulling the blanket closer around her younger sister. "We have no choice, Iziya. At least we have a bed, a roof, and warm food now. It's better than wandering the streets."

Iziya nodded hesitantly. "Umm... yeah... and the bed... it's been so long since we slept in one."

Iria reached out, patting her sister gently. "There, there... sleep now. Tomorrow, we have to adapt to the work. We can't let them think we're not worth keeping around."

Iziya hesitated before speaking again. "Sister?"

"Yes?" Iria replied softly, her eyes already half-closed.

"Today... was good. At least... we got to eat warm food," Iziya murmured, her voice growing drowsy.

Iria smiled faintly and hugged her sister closer. "Yeah... now sleep, Iziya. We'll be fine as long as we stick together."

"Okay," Iziya whispered, clutching Iria tightly. Within moments, the room was filled with the soft sound of their breathing as the two sisters drifted into peaceful sleep.

The worries of the day faded away, replaced by the comfort of each other's presence. In the quiet of the night, they found solace, knowing that together they could face whatever challenges awaited them in this new life.

( End of Chapter )