I Became the Older Brother of a Villainess - Chapter 11.1
Daria forcibly handed me a book. Her stoic expression, devoid of even a hint of a smile, was quite intimidating. I suddenly thought that educating my younger sister might be more challenging than the future military strategies I would face.
How on earth did she manage to carry a book as big as her torso? The book cover displayed “Monster Manual” in large, eerie letters. Next to it, a meager piece of paper lamented, saying “For Children.”
“Little miss seems to have a misunderstanding. This big brother is not here for a casual visit.”
I’m here to inquire about a person for you.
“But since you pleaded so earnestly, I’ll carefully consider and choose a gift. It might differ a bit from what you have in mind, but I’ll do my best…”Daria forcibly handed me a book. Her stoic expression, devoid of even a hint of a smile, was quite intimidating. I suddenly thought that educating my younger sister might be more challenging than the future military strategies I would face.
How on earth did she manage to carry a book as big as her torso? The book cover displayed “Monster Manual” in large, eerie letters. Next to it, a meager piece of paper lamented, saying “For Children.”
“Little miss seems to have a misunderstanding. This big brother is not here for a casual visit.”
I’m here to inquire about a person for you.
“But since you pleaded so earnestly, I’ll carefully consider and choose a gift. It might differ a bit from what you have in mind, but I’ll do my best…”
I couldn’t find a trace of anticipation on Daria’s stoic face. Just watching her, I felt a bit deflated.
“I’ll try to find the most colorful lizard possible. You just stay quietly at the mansion tonight. Don’t wander around alone at night. Got it?”
“Yes.”
“Such a stubborn one.”
The fiercely stubborn aspect of her reminded me, somehow, of my “sister.” It felt like a way for me, as a brother who hasn’t been kind enough to Daria, to make amends.
Daria’s facial expressions were minimal, making it difficult to discern whether she was satisfied with my response or not.
“Daria, you should learn how to smile more from now on. Kids need to smile ahead of time. As you age, the occasions for forced laughter only increase.”
“Your Grace, what are you saying to a young lady who is not even five yet? Moreover, Master is still quite young.”
As Daria seemed hesitant to say something more, Muriel dashed in from behind at an incredible speed. It wasn’t the speed expected from a middle-aged maid. I wonder if the charisma trait applies to running as well.
“Young lady! I thought you were sleeping in your room! How did you come out when I’ve securely locked the doors?”
“Through the window…”
“Huh? Please come this way for now!”
After being dragged without hesitation, I shook hands with Daria, then got on the carriage. I glanced through the monster guide Daria had given me.
The monster guide bore traces of the maid’s efforts to protect Daria’s innocence. The gruesome drawings of terrifying monsters were strangely erased somewhere, and new paper was attached to the explanatory sections.
The dragon consumed by the desire for slaughter that Daria wanted was a monstrously destructive creature with a wicked appearance, even among the worst of its kind.
Kids of this age group usually get excited about dinosaurs, right? Like, it’s probably a fantasy world’s Tyrannosaurus rex or something? There’s probably nothing to worry about, right?
I closed the monster guide.
“By the way, asking for a monster as a gift. Miss Daria have unique tastes. She’s the first child I’ve seen who likes a monster manual.”
Dandel commented cheerfully as he eyed the monster manual. I briefly thought about reaching out to grab the heart above Dandel’s head, wondering if I could pluck it off, then shifted my gaze to the window.
It should be fine. After all, dinosaurs are a perpetual idol for children…
In the untamed wilderness where untamable monsters roamed, on the outskirts of the forest untouched by the empire’s hands, people survived. To protect the people and seek revenge against the monsters, the Slos Mercenary Corps was formed.
United by a sense of justice that dictated everyone should hire mercenaries to be protected from monsters, it was a group akin to a militia. The Slos Mercenary Corps quickly grew by absorbing talents buried in obscurity, regardless of social status. The by-products of their encounters with monsters were sold as luxury items to the nobility.
Currently, the Slos Mercenary Corps is expanding its volume even further, equipped with both amateur and professional elements.
Inspector Kaku was renowned for his remarkable skills even within the Slos Mercenary Corps. He was an exceptional talent in monster subjugation, displaying unparalleled prowess, and then mysteriously disappeared into seclusion. With tremendous strength and extraordinary abilities, he was a genius in hunting monsters and, at one time, a symbolic figure in the Slos Mercenary Corps.
However, even heroes need a break. Tired of the repeated battles, he vanished into a small mountain village. There, he encountered the abandoned boy Pippin. Orphaned Pippin wholeheartedly followed Kaku, later becoming his apprentice. Pippin learned swordsmanship and martial arts, eventually becoming a warrior who protected the prince under Kaku’s tutelage.
Hero Pippin, one of the protagonists of the Sleeping Flower. As a protagonist, Pippin didn’t undergo significant growth but was more of a character involved in suppressing the seeds of monsters. In the game, he is considered a skilled individual just below the crown prince.
Sometimes you need to cut off the sprouts while they’re still young. Unaware of my plans, Dandel seemed excited, as if going on a picnic. “Slos Mercenary Corps! It’s so thrilling. It’s where heroes who played a significant role in monster subjugation gather, right?” “First, I need to find a place to stay in the village and see how the people here are doing.”
I need to confirm where Pippin is hiding.
