Orders for the Return Voyage
Morning with Miku.
That day, an order arrived for me from my father, Alfred, in the Halzy Port city.
"Ah, Young Master Victor, good morning!"
When I opened my eyes, there was Miku's beaming, carefree smile.
It was the morning, ten days after my meeting with Mathilda Nagumo, the lady of the Nagumo house.
As for why Miku was in my bed—
While Linda was staying in Halzy Port city, Miku had begged to be with me, so I'd permitted her to live with me in Linda's private quarters in the provisional governor's mansion.
As a result, Linda and Miku were taking turns keeping me company at night.
"Miku, does it still hurt at all when we have sex?"
"Nope, not at all anymore. It just feels good the whole time..."
"Good, that's a relief."
"Young Master Victor is always so gentle and loving with me. Miku's so happy... but are you satisfied with just me, Young Master?"
"Yeah, completely. I've been pumping you full every time, right?"
"Uh-huh, always so much. I wonder if Miku will get pregnant?"
"You against that?"
"No way! I want Young Master's baby as soon as possible."
"Good girl, Miku."
"Ehehe... oh, Young Master, you're getting big."
"Yeah... wanna use your mouth? Miku's blowjobs are the best."
"Really? Ehehe, I'll do lots then!"
After that, Miku's expert mouth work drew out this morning's first load in full.
After breakfast with Linda and Miku,
Miku cheerfully headed off to her shift at the horse mackerel fry stall in the city market.
Thanks to her charm, sales at the stall were booming, apparently.
While I was enjoying a smoke and tea time in the gazebo in the courtyard,
word came that a messenger from my father had arrived. I headed to the reception room where he waited.
There, instead of some lowly courier, was Robert, the high-ranking civil official from the earl's household.
"Whoa, Robert, it's been a while."
"Yes, Young Master. Congratulations on your triumphant first campaign."
"Thanks. So, what's Father saying?"
"First off, I, Robert, have been appointed acting provisional governor by the family head himself."
"Got it. You're stepping in as acting governor? That's reassuring."
High official Robert was not only excellent but also incredibly flexible in his thinking.
He was a reliable young bureaucrat who'd always shown understanding for even my wildest schemes.
"Still, self-governance by the locals... Young Master never ceases to exceed our imaginations."
"Bet you and Father were shocked."
"No, the previous lord had mentioned to the head and us that you had a plan in mind, so we were somewhat prepared."
"Right. So, any specific orders from Father for me?"
"Yes. You and Uncle Robert are to first send the captured warships from the Halzy contingent to Central Port city."
"Captured warships to Central Port? Not Crystal Bay city?"
"Yes. Select the ones for anti-magic coating at Central Port's docks first, then you handle sending the rest to Crystal Bay."
"Central Port's docks aren't used to handling anti-magic paint yet. Father wants them to get some practice."
My uncle Robert explained my question.
"Makes sense. And the departure timeline?"
"Yes, as soon as preparations are ready."
"Understood. Admiral Ozawa, how's the crew proficiency on the captured warships?"
"Young Master, they've already reached sufficient proficiency."
"Good. Two days for departure prep, then?"
"Yes, Young Master. And for the voyage command, we'll leave it to Admiral Ito."
"Oh, Admiral Ito, the renowned master navigator, taking command?"
"It's an honor to serve alongside you, Young Master."
Admiral Ito was famed throughout the Togo Navy as a peerless ship handler.
He and Admiral Ozawa had been the most supportive of my anti-magic paint development.
He'd insisted early on that it would revolutionize fleet operations and had eagerly studied tactics for it even during testing.
This time, he'd commanded the detached squadron during Uncle's bold thrust into Halzy Bay.
Our near-pristine victory over the enemy fleet owed much to Ito's grasp of the paint—especially with Uncle's reckless moves.
"Excellent, Admiral Ito. I'll rely on you. Departure at noon two days from now."
"Yes, sir!"
As I left the reception room to return to the courtyard, I spotted Lily, the Nagumo house maid.
Lily noticed me and bowed. I approached her.
"Lord Victor, good morning."
"Morning. Lily, right? What's your business at the provisional governor's mansion?"
"Yes, I've come with a message for you from my master."
"Perfect timing—I was just heading to the gazebo where we spoke the other day for a smoke. Join me, Lily."
She looked a bit surprised but replied,
"Yes, I'd be honored."
and followed me. Her walk was definitely not that of an ordinary maid.
At the gazebo, I had the mansion maids prepare tea and lit a cigarette.
"So, what's the message from your master?"
"Yes, apologies for the short notice, but she wishes to invite you to dinner at our house this evening."
"No major plans after this afternoon, right?"
I checked with the accompanying official.
"Yes, Young Master, your schedule is clear."
"Got it, Lily. Tell your master I'll be there. Looking forward to dining with such a stunning beauty."
"Yes, understood."
As Lily started to stand, I motioned for her to wait.
"One more thing that's been on my mind, Lily."
"What is it, Lord Victor?"
"Are you really just a maid?"
"Pardon?"
"The first time we met. You had the aura of a martial artist. It's fainter today, but..."
"As expected of you, Lord Victor. I also serve as my master's bodyguard."
"Knew it. If you don't mind, what's your weapon? Hard to tell under that maid outfit."
"I've left it at the entrance, but..."
Lily stood and approached me. Knight Rosen tensed, hand on his sword hilt.
"Forgive the indecency, Lord Victor."
With that, Lily hiked up her maid skirt with both hands. At the top of her black garter stockings was a garter belt with a leg sheath strapped on.
(My eyes locked on the sexy purple panties above it, and my crotch stirred halfway to attention—that's our secret.)
"I see—throwing knives. You're a master knife thrower, Lily? And those are some beautiful legs."
As she smoothed her skirt back down, Lily smiled.
"Ufufu, such praise from you is an honor, Lord Victor."
"Sorry if that felt disrespectful."
"Lord Victor, my master strictly ordered me never to arouse suspicion."
"Fair enough. Then pass on the dinner acceptance to her."
"Yes, understood."
Lily bowed and left.
Knight Rosen, who'd been watching her go, casually nudged me with his sword hilt—clearly onto my staring at her legs and those purple panties.
Busted, huh.
Vil receives orders to return the captured ships.
And an invitation to dinner from Mathilda.
A major turning point looms for Vil, soon departing Halzy Port city.
The continent's history turns another page (lol)