My Maid is Cute Chapter 95 : Words Like a Miracle (Patreon)

*Words Like a Miracle*

Dawn's light filtered through the window, and Rebecca turned her gaze towards it. The world was slowly beginning to wake up; morning was coming.

It was the longest night she had ever felt in her life. Even though she hadn't slept at all, she felt almost no fatigue. Only an unbearable ache spread through her chest.

"..."

Rebecca quietly stroked Wendy's head. Right now, Wendy was asleep, clinging to Rebecca's lap. Seeing the tear tracks remaining on her beautiful face was painful.

After revealing all the secrets of her body, Wendy had cried for a long time. It was only a few minutes ago that she had finally fallen asleep, as if losing consciousness.

"Why? Why did this happen..."

"Is there nothing we can do? Can't anything be done?"

Wendy had said this over and over throughout the night, shedding tears. Each time, Rebecca shook her head.

Even Rieserago, with her immense power, was helpless. There really must be no way.

She wasn't afraid of dying. It wasn't bravado; she truly felt that way. It didn't feel quite real, but she felt she was prepared.

'...I'm sorry, Rebecca... I'm really sorry.'

Rieserago's voice from back then echoed in her mind, and Rebecca smiled.

—There's no need to apologize, Riesy.

She whispered in her heart to her friend who wasn't here.

It was a life that should have been lost long ago. Thanks to Rieserago, it had been extended considerably.

—Riesy, you gave me time. That alone is enough.

Whispering in her heart, Rebecca gently moved away so as not to wake Wendy. She covered Wendy with a blanket and got off the bed.

Stroking Wendy's head one last time, she quietly left the room.

***

That day, Wendy did not come out of her room. Servants knocked and called out to her many times, but Wendy apparently didn't answer and refused meals.

Rebecca also called out from outside the room, but...

"...Sorry. ...Leave me alone."

With just that one response, she didn't open the door. The voice from the other side was clearly thick with tears. She was probably still shaken and unable to accept reality. Rebecca paced back and forth in front of the room many times but eventually gave up. It would be better to give her a little more time and wait for Wendy's heart to settle.

Just as she was walking down the hallway to return to work...

"Hello there, Rebecca."

Someone called out from behind, and she turned around. Standing there was Christopher.

"Good afternoon, Lord Christopher."

Christopher smiled gently.

"Perfect timing. I wanted to give this to you."

"Eh?"

Christopher handed Rebecca a white envelope.

"What is this?"

When Rebecca tilted her head in wonder, Christopher continued.

"An invitation to a party."

"A party?"

Christopher nodded firmly.

"Wendy graduated from the academy, right? I wanted to celebrate that for her."

"A celebration?"

"Yeah. Since she apparently won't attend the academy's graduation party... I thought we'd hold a simple party here at the mansion before the renovations begin. Wendy hates events where people gather, right? So, I thought this time we'd have a tea party-like gathering with just family and servants. I think Wendy would be willing to attend that..."

At those words, Rebecca couldn't help but smile. It was a very Christopher-like idea.

"That sounds wonderful."

"It also serves as a thank you to the servants for their hard work, so please do participate. I've ordered tea and sweets from a popular shop in town. I'm sure you'll enjoy it. Wendy would be happy if you attended, Rebecca."

Rebecca bowed as she accepted the invitation.

"I will definitely participate. Thank you very much."

At Rebecca's words, Christopher nodded with satisfaction. However, his face soon clouded over, and he asked in a small voice.

"By the way, I wanted to ask..."

"Yes?"

"Um... Wendy is in a bad mood, isn't she? What is she upset about this time? Do you know anything, Rebecca?"

At Christopher's words, Rebecca was momentarily at a loss for words, but immediately bowed her head.

"I apologize... This time, it is my responsibility."

"Eh? Yours?"

Christopher widened his eyes in surprise.

"Why? I can't believe Wendy would be angry at you..."

"Well... a lot of things happened... I am truly sorry."

Since it was difficult to explain to Christopher, Rebecca simply continued to apologize. Thankfully, although he tilted his head in puzzlement, Christopher didn't ask for any further details.

"I don't really understand but... if possible, you should talk to her properly soon. Wendy needs you, after all."

"...Yes."

Rebecca replied in a small voice and nodded, but then immediately looked down.

Seeing Rebecca's expression, Christopher furrowed his brows and crouched down on the spot. He gently took Rebecca's hand. Then, he spoke in a gentle voice, as if reassuring her.

"I really mean it, Rebecca. You are the only precious person to Wendy... you are that child's light. Since long ago, even now... and from now on."

Rebecca looked up with a start. Christopher smiled calmly and continued.

"Since she was born, that child has been tossed around by the selfish circumstances of adults and closed her heart. She lived fighting desperately against her surroundings in despair. The one who saved her from that was you. You are the one who led that child to hope, Rebecca. Wendy loves only you."

At those words, Rebecca felt like crying. She exhaled slowly, enduring the urge to let the tears spill.

"I-I..."

"Yeah."

Christopher smiled gently, waiting for Rebecca's words. Grateful for his patience, Rebecca desperately continued.

"She is precious to me too. My Lady is..."

"Yeah."

Rebecca looked straight into Christopher's eyes.

"I... love My Lady."

"Yeah, I know."

At Rebecca's words, Christopher wasn't shaken at all. Simply smiling, he closed his eyes once. Immediately opening them, he smiled somewhat sadly.

"I know very well, Rebecca. Thank you for loving that child."

At those quiet, gentle words, Rebecca's eyes wavered in confusion.

"Um..."

"Hm?"

"...Um, I think I'm saying something outrageous to you, Lord Christopher... aren't you angry?"

Christopher let out a small laugh.

"Why? Because you two care for each other from the bottom of your hearts. I realized it a long time ago. I was watching from the closest place since way back, after all... I won't deny your feelings. I've decided never to betray Wendy again."

Christopher gently patted Rebecca's head.

"Um, but... I..."

As if interrupting Rebecca, who still tried to say something, Christopher continued.

"I foolishly cut you off once and betrayed my sister's trust... As her brother, it was something I absolutely should not have done. I will never betray you or Wendy again. I decided that if Wendy finds happiness, I won't say anything... I believe that is the atonement I can make. And, the only one who can make Wendy smile is you. The only one in this world who can make her happy is you... Rebecca."

Hearing those words, Rebecca placed a hand on her chest as if holding back tears and gripped her apron tightly.

"I-Is it... alright for me?"

To Rebecca's disjointed and vague question, Christopher nodded firmly.

"Yeah. Please take care of Wendy."

At those words, feeling as if everything had been forgiven, large tears spilled from Rebecca's eyes. She quietly and slowly bowed to Christopher.

Seeing this, Christopher stood up and spoke calmly.

"By the way, Rebecca, actually Wendy is preparing an amazing gift for you in secret."

At the sudden words, Rebecca tilted her head blankly.

"Eh? A gift?"

"Yeah... Sorry. I can't tell you what it is. But I think you'll be very surprised. ...I hope you'll be happy. Wendy worked very hard to prepare it..."

Christopher chuckled happily and stood up.

"Rebecca, I wish for your and Wendy's happiness."

Saying that, Christopher left the spot.

***

Left alone, Rebecca closed her eyes just once. Taking a few slow, deep breaths, she turned around on the spot and headed quickly towards Wendy's room.

On the way, she passed Carrie carrying a large laundry basket.

"Oh, Rebecca? What about work?"

"Carrie, I'm sorry! I'm going to see My Lady!!"

When she said that in a loud voice, Carrie blinked. Rebecca's eyes were shining with determination, and her face was flushed.

"Um... Rebecca?"

Seeing Rebecca like that, Carrie looked dumbfounded. Regardless, Rebecca raised her voice again.

"I think it will take a while! I'm sorry for abandoning work! But, but, it's an important talk! There are words I must convey to My Lady right now, so I'm going!! So, so..."

Seeing Rebecca shouting with a bright red face, Carrie looked as if she realized something, then immediately smiled and nodded.

"Got it. Don't worry about work. I'll smooth things over with the head maid."

Rebecca bowed vigorously.

"Thank you, Carrie! Well then, I'm off!"

Raising her head, Rebecca proceeded quickly down the corridor again.

Watching her retreating figure, Carrie muttered softly.

"Go for it, Rebecca. Give it everything you've got."

***

Arriving at Wendy's room, Rebecca called out to the other side of the door with her momentum still intact.

"My Lady! I have something important to talk about!"

Without waiting for Wendy's reply, fully aware it was disrespectful, she opened the door.

"I apologize for the intrusion!"

Just as Rebecca said that and stepped into the room, she saw a figure jump on the bed.

It was a pitch-dark room. Only a sliver of light leaked through the gap in the curtains. Wendy was on the bed. Seeing that sight, her throat tightened. It felt like returning to the past. Wendy was sitting on the bed with her knees bent, hiding in the sheets just like when she was little.

She turned her pale face towards Rebecca, who had suddenly entered the room.

"Becca..."

Wendy grimaced, looked down, and tried to bury her face in her knees. Paying no mind, Rebecca rushed to Wendy and jumped onto the bed.

"My Lady."

Approaching Wendy, Rebecca placed her hands on Wendy's cheeks and lifted her face.

"I'm sorry... for making you make such a face. But please, please listen. I want to convey my feelings."

She looked straight into the beautiful green eyes that looked like trapped jewels.

"The time left for me isn't long. But... I don't think it's short either. I will live my utmost. I will live all the remaining time for you, Lady Wendy. I will definitely make you happy. So—"

Just for this moment.

She prays to God. To the selfish God who birthed her into this world.

That her feelings reach the heart of her precious person.

"Will you become family with me?"

Words like a miracle were spun from her lips.

Wendy widened her eyes, dumbfounded. Seeing that, Rebecca smiled. Tears spilled over on their own.

—I love this person.

I love her so much I don't want anyone to take her away. That feeling will never change eternally. Even if I disappear from this world.

I will dedicate my unchanging eternal love.

Because my wish is for her to be smiling.

That is all.

"Do you remember? A long time ago, we promised that if My Lady wished it, I would hug you anytime, anywhere, right?"

Saying that, Rebecca opened her arms wide and hugged Wendy.

"From now on too, if My Lady wishes it, I will do anything. I want My Lady to be smiling."

Then, she kissed Wendy's lips herself. Receiving the gentle kiss that was just a touch, Wendy's eyes trembled.

"I swear to live even one day longer. I will support you by your side forever. I dedicate my life, my being, everything to you. So, let's be together. Let's walk together, Lady Wendy..."

Now, take my hand.

Before she could continue with those words, Wendy's hand overlapped Rebecca's.

"...I'm sorry. Crying like a child."

Wendy said in a small voice while shedding tears.

"Even though you are the one in the most pain and suffering... I'm sorry."

Rebecca was at a loss for words for a moment, then shook her head.

"No. I am neither in pain nor suffering. However, My Lady being sad for my sake is more painful than death."

"...Becca."

Wendy moved her hand and intertwined her fingers with Rebecca's.

"Will you really stay by my side forever? Will you be with me forever and ever?"

At those words, shouldering all her resolve, Rebecca nodded.

"Yes. I will support you, Lady Wendy. Forever and ever, these feelings are eternal, Lady Wendy. I will remain loving you—"

I want to die loving you.

She tried to continue, but the words wouldn't come out. However, Wendy seemed to sense it and slowly embraced Rebecca. Then she whispered something.

"...ive."

"Yes?"

When Rebecca, unable to hear, asked, Wendy raised her voice this time.

"Please, live. As long as time allows, stay by my side. I am yours. I'll give you everything I have. I will dedicate everything to you too, Becca. This time, I will support you forever. So—"

"...Yes."

"So, live... Becca."

"Yes."

Rebecca replied firmly and wrapped her arms around Wendy's back.

"Yes, definitely... I will live. Lady Wendy."

—It won't end like this. Absolutely.

Rebecca muttered in her heart.

I am weak. I act tough, but in reality, I'm very weak.

But when I'm with you, I can be strong.

So, it's okay.

"I won't lose, absolutely..."

Let's challenge the world to a fight. Just the two of us, me and you.

—I will walk on.

I will walk with this person who is my one and only, precious, and beloved.

*Scheduled to end in 2-3 more chapters.*

*Please watch over us until the end.*