Chapter 137: Peter Yaeger’s Holiday (3)
Although there was the excuse of unavoidably helping Charlotte, I was inwardly worried.
This was because I had promised to have dinner with Laura at 7 p.m., but I almost reached home at 8 p.m.
Charlotte, as a fellow woman, can you tell me what would be best to do in this situation?
After I asked, she pondered for a moment with a thoughtful expression and then replied cheerfully,
It would be best to explain the situation honestly to Lieutenant Colonel Laura. She often helps subordinates in difficult situations, so she will surely understand, Master.
Laura herself occasionally went to support officers who had been backing the Benner Duke family for generations.
So, if I say I helped Charlotte, who always assisted me with administrative tasks and served by my side, helping her, who was like my retainer, was something a noble should naturally do, so there might be room for consideration.
Then, Laura might just complain a bit but let it pass.
And Ill explain the situation as soon as I go in. Thanks to you, Master, we were able to avoid a crisis.
As we conversed like this, we soon arrived in front of the dining room door.
Upon entering, Laura, as expected, looked at me with a displeased expression and asked in an icy tone,
Lieutenant General Yaeger, you didnt have much planned for today, so why are you so late?
Ah, well
You didnt forget our agreement to spend time together at 7 p.m., did you?
As I was flustered by her question, Charlotte cheerfully responded,
Actually, since this morning, he has been commended for his achievements in the war, and in the process, he personally went to help those who were injured. Then, with some time to spare, he came to my house. Coincidentally, loan sharks demanding repayment appeared, and the Master himself drew his sword and drove them away.
Laura, hearing this, eased her anger towards me but looked at Charlotte with suspicion.
She continued to look at me with adoring eyes as if I were a hero and said,
He also mentioned helping our family in difficult circumstances by moving us to a house he previously lived in and even assisting my younger brothers academy admission. So, understandably, he was a bit late because of these matters.
Is that so? Well, Im not sure how much longer youll be able to work as a personal maid, but do your best to repay this kindness.
Yes, if you permit it, I intend to repay you for a lifetime by your side.
For a moment, it seemed like sparks flew between the two of them, but that must have been my imagination, right?
Just as I was about to order the food to be served, I heard the butlers voice from outside the door.
Your Lordship, Lieutenant Colonel Kerzhit is outside with a gift. What should I do? Should I tell her to wait until dinner is over?
I could have told her to wait since I was dining with Laura, but Anya was a subordinate who would be with me for a long time.
Since there was plenty of food prepared, adding one more person to the meal wouldnt be a problem.
Moreover, it wouldnt be nice to keep someone waiting who had come with a gift.
Laura, can we invite Anya to join us for the meal?
If she has brought a gift, we cant help it. But youll have to entertain me late into the night in return.
Understood.
Lately, the Emperor, the Crown Prince, and even Duke Benner had been pressuring me to quickly have an heir, which meant vigorous physical activities with Laura every day.
Seeing the fire in her eyes, I had a feeling that a peaceful nights rest might be difficult.
As the food was being served, the door opened, and Anya, who had been promoted to Lieutenant Colonel, entered carrying two leather coats and a bottle of wine.
Lieutenant General Yaeger, Lieutenant Colonel Laura, I apologize for coming unannounced. However, our cavalry unit members insisted that I deliver these gifts to you both as soon as possible.
No, thank you for coming. But what are these coats? Both are black, but one has a white band and two red lines on the right shoulder.
Ah, the one with the lines is for you, Lieutenant General. In our tribe, its customary to decorate the leather clothes of the strongest warrior and the chief like that. Though youre not our tribal chief, you helped provide a homeland for the northern people.
Indeed, thanks to my petition when I requested honors and rewards from the military department, stating that the land settled by the northern people was too small for proper cultivation, the warriors tribes and families were able to receive additional territories suitable for raising livestock and farming.
After saying that, Anya came behind me, draped the chiefs coat over me as if to put it on, and said,
It suits you really well. This coat was originally only for the tribes greatest warriors, but perhaps because youre destined to be the highest general in the empire, it fits you perfectly and looks great.
It occurred to me that when Field Marshal Adelheid would retire at the end of next year or early the following year, Duke Benner would likely assume his position.
Since he wasnt that young, he might step down in about three years.
I wonder who would be the next Field Marshal.
Even though I was known for rapid promotions, Id need to take down another two or three commanders to get a special promotion.
At the very least, itd take 10 years, and I might never become a Field Marshal.
Ill wear it often then. Its quite comfortable.
After I said that, Anya smiled brightly and looked at me, saying,
The coat was made by other tribe members, but the band-like pattern on the right was woven by me in my spare time after work, hoping that I could continue to serve under you, Lieutenant General.
I also hoped that I could continue to lead Anya, now a Colonel, and her cavalry.
Because during the last Crecy Battle, our brigade didnt have the authority to act independently, so we couldnt use the cavalry effectively.
But if we moved as a division, even in battles involving tens of thousands of allies and enemies, we could definitely set up an independent position if desired.
We could use them to devastating effect against cavalry and infantry.
Lieutenant Colonel Kerzhit will be promoted soon, becoming a regiment commander. Wouldnt it be difficult to serve in the same place as you?
Lieutenant Colonel Laura, by that time, our Lieutenant General will be promoted to Major General and command tens of thousands of troops. And I believe Lieutenant General Peter Yaeger is the best to utilize our cavalry and me, Anastasia Kerzhit.
No, as a Lieutenant Colonel, youll perform well under any commanders leadership.
After saying that, Laura puffed up her cheeks slightly, entwined with my right arm, and pressed her chest against me.
Anya looked at my remaining left arm.
Meanwhile, Charlotte, seemingly lost in thought, brought over a teapot and poured tea into Laura and Anyas cups.
After pouring my tea, she suddenly said with a surprised expression,
Just a moment, Master. I need to pick something up that fell over there.
After excusing herself, Charlotte stood to the left of my chair and bent over to pick up something that had fallen to the right.
Coincidentally, her chest briefly obscured my view because of her position.
She picked up the item nonchalantly, as if unaware, then casually flipped her long hair with her right hand and stood up.
Master, I picked up 1 silver coin that fell from your wallet.
Thank you.
Not at all. Its my role to be of help to you whenever I can.
Laura and Anya looked at Charlotte, who was smiling cheerfully, with intense and somewhat intimidating gazes.
Soon after, the meal was served, and Anya, Laura, and I forgot the awkward atmosphere and engaged in pleasant conversations on various topics.
We discussed daily military life, the crises during the battles of Hattin Forest and Crecy Plains, and gossips about newly assigned unit superiors.
After that, Anya promised to visit my house often in the future to ask about things she didnt know and then left.
Laura then looked at me with a frighteningly bright but deep smile and sat on my lap.
She pressed her body against my upper body, kissed my cheek, and said,
Since its the Emperors command, I wont let you sleep tonight. And I too am starting to want a child with you, Lieutenant General.
Following that, I spent a night so intense that I forgot what had happened until the next morning.
As a side note, possibly due to the aftereffects of going until my memory faded, I couldnt go outside the next day because my back was sore.
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