My Maid is Cute Chapter 97 : Happy Ending (Patreon)

*Happy Ending*

—A few months later.

"Lady Wendy, let's dig deeper!"

"Like this?"

"A little more!"

In a large garden filled with blooming flowers.

Rebecca and Wendy were gardening together, laughing joyfully.

"That's good!"

They placed a small sapling into the hole and covered it with soil. Wendy lightly patted the ground with her hands.

"How long will it take to grow big?"

"I heard it grows fast, so surely flowers will bloom in no time."

Wendy smiled and gently touched the sapling.

"I'm looking forward to it."

"Yes!"

Rebecca also nodded greatly while laughing.

***

Although the preparations took time, Wendy and Rebecca were able to successfully move to Milbasa Island.

Currently, they were living together, just the two of them, in the large house Wendy had purchased. At first, they were filled with anxiety, not knowing how things would turn out, but they had gradually gotten used to life on the island.

The residents of Milbasa Island were all laid-back and generous people. Initially, they looked at Rebecca and Wendy, who had suddenly moved in, with confusion, but now they had accepted them. That made them happier than anything else.

Wendy devoted herself to her writing, while Rebecca worked energetically every day, mainly on housework and cooking. However, although it wasn't quite a mansion, it was a large house, so it was difficult for Rebecca to do all the housework alone. Therefore, Wendy hired one of the Milbasa Island residents as a commuting servant. Also, since Christopher was quite worried about two women living alone, Wendy cast defensive magic over the entire house as a safety measure. So far, life was going smoothly.

Incidentally, Wendy had not yet removed herself from the Earl's family register. Outwardly, it seemed Wendy was currently studying abroad at a school in another country. It appeared there were those in high society who speculated variously about Wendy, who had disappeared from the public eye, but Christopher kept the truth hidden. Whether she would officially remove herself from the register in the future was unknown, but Wendy would likely never return to noble society. With the passage of time, people should forget Wendy's existence.

And now that their life was gradually getting settled, Wendy and Rebecca were planting a small sapling in the corner of their large garden together. This was a sapling of Rebecca's favorite flowering tree. The tree in the park where Rebecca and Wendy reunited was gone, but at Wendy's suggestion, they decided to plant one in this garden. It was still a small sapling, but surely it would grow big soon and bloom those beautiful flowers from their memories.

Rebecca called out to Wendy enthusiastically.

"Leave taking care of it to me."

"I'll do it too, of course."

"You'll get dirty, so no. Even now, you have soil on you..."

Rebecca shook her head as if to say it was out of the question. Wendy, with dirt on her face, smiled wryly and shifted her gaze to the sapling.

"I want to do it. It's a flower of precious memories, after all."

"...Then, maybe just watering."

Rebecca nodded reluctantly while saying so. Then, as if suddenly realizing something, she raised her voice.

"Lady Wendy, let's go inside soon. Please change your clothes!"

"Eh? Already? Isn't it early?"

"It's almost the appointed time!"

Rebecca smiled brightly.

"We have to prepare to welcome our guests!"

***

Three people arrived at the large house on Milbasa Island.

"Hi, Rebecca. Have you been well?"

One was Wendy's brother, Christopher.

"Hello. It's been a while."

Standing next to Christopher was Lisette.

And in Lisette's arms was...

"Wow, how cute!"

A small baby was being held. Rebecca covered her mouth with her hand, overcome with emotion. It was unbelievably small and cute. It was sleeping soundly.

"It's a girl."

Lisette lowered herself so Rebecca could see her daughter.

"She looks just like Lord Christopher!"

When she said that involuntarily, Christopher looked embarrassed. Rebecca gazed at Christopher's daughter with a beaming face. Although she was only a few months old, one could already tell her features were well-defined. Surely, when she grew up, she would become a lovely and beautiful woman.

"...Hello. It's been a while."

While Rebecca was engrossed in the baby, Wendy, who had finally tidied herself up, came down the stairs. Seeing her appearance, Christopher was speechless. Lisette also widened her eyes, saying, "Oh my." Rebecca smiled wryly seeing the two of them.

Christopher and Lisette were surprised because Wendy's appearance had changed significantly. When she was at the Caldwell house, she had long blonde hair reaching her waist, but now it was cut evenly above her shoulders. Furthermore, she wasn't wearing a dress, but a white shirt and elegant black trousers.

Wendy cut her own hair immediately after moving to this island. When Rebecca first saw the shortened blonde hair, she nearly fainted from shock, but Wendy had a refreshed look on her face. Furthermore, she started wearing men's clothing, though where she bought them was a mystery.

"I like this better than dresses."

Saying that, Wendy sold off almost all the dresses she brought from the Caldwell house. Rebecca, who was initially shocked, had now gotten completely used to it. In fact, feeling a different kind of charm than before, there were times when she unconsciously gazed at her entranced.

"...I was surprised."

Shown into the drawing room, Christopher was still staring at Wendy in a daze. Rebecca giggled as she placed tea in front of Christopher and Lisette. Meanwhile, Wendy was fixated on the baby in Lisette's arms.

"Would you like to try holding her?"

Noticing Wendy's gaze, Lisette called out to her. Wendy flinched and waved her hands frantically.

"N-No, I... I might drop her."

"It's okay. Here..."

Urged on, Wendy approached the baby fearfully. Instructed by Lisette, she held the small body in her arms.

"Small... warm..."

A small voice leaked from Wendy's mouth.

"When she gets bigger, please play with her."

At Lisette's words, Wendy nodded slightly. Keeping her gaze on the baby, she spoke gently.

"Grow up to be a kind child, just like your father."

At those words, Christopher looked surprised.

"Wendy..."

Wendy turned her face toward Christopher and smiled brightly. Seeing his sister like that, Christopher's expression became a mix of crying and laughing.

Watching that scene, Rebecca sighed in relief. The two had been in a state of discord for a long time, but surely things would move in a good direction from now on.

At that moment, the sound announcing a visitor was heard. Rebecca hurriedly stood up.

"I'll go get it."

Saying that, she bowed, left the drawing room, and headed for the entrance.

Standing in front of the house was an unexpected person.

"Riesy!?"

Rebecca raised her voice in surprise. Rieserago raised one hand as if to say "Yo."

Though confused, Rebecca rushed to Rieserago. A while ago, she had told her through the mirror that she was moving to Milbasa Island, but she never imagined she would come here directly.

"Why are you here?"

When Rebecca asked while rushing over, Rieserago handed her a large bouquet of flowers.

"Just dropped by while coming back to check on my lair. This is late, but it's a housewarming gift."

Accepting the bouquet, Rebecca remembered. Come to think of it, Rieserago had a lair on this island. She had completely forgotten.

"I never imagined you would come..."

When she muttered unintentionally, Rieserago roughly patted Rebecca's head.

"I was worried about you... Well, looking at you, there was nothing to worry about."

Rieserago continued while gazing at Rebecca's face.

"You look happy."

"...Well."

Rebecca nodded, blushing slightly. Rieserago grinned, but immediately looked down.

"That you..."

"Eh?"

"That you became happy... I am truly glad."

The voice was clearly trembling. Rebecca was momentarily confused, but slowly moved her hand and tugged on Rieserago's clothes.

"Riesy, I'm happy thanks to you."

"...No. I did terrible things to you... things that can't be undone—"

"Riesy."

Rebecca interrupted Rieserago's words. Looking into her face, she grasped her trembling hand.

"Please, raise your head. Look forward. You wished for my happiness. That I am here now is undeniably thanks to you. It's enough now. I... want you to be happy too."

"I don't have the right for that."

"That's not true!"

Rebecca shouted, and Rieserago's shoulders twitched.

"You're staying in this country without going far away because you're worried about me, aren't you?"

"..."

Perhaps having hit the bullseye, Rieserago bit her lip and looked away.

"Don't worry about me. Stop blaming yourself, Riesy. You are binding yourself. From now on, I want you to live for yourself. I want you to go where you like. You should be able to, Riesy... because you have large wings."

"That is..."

It was just as Rieserago clenched her fist tightly.

Footsteps were heard, and Rebecca turned her gaze. She saw Christopher and the others, who seemed to have left the drawing room unnoticed, walking towards them.

"Oh? Miss Rieserago came too?"

Christopher looked surprised. Rebecca hurriedly turned to face them.

"Lord Christopher, Lady Lisette, are you leaving already?"

"Yeah. Sorry, but we have plans after this. I was able to talk plenty with Wendy, so we'll head back soon."

Perhaps because he was able to converse with Wendy for the first time in a long while, Christopher's face was bright. Lisette also looked happy seeing her husband's face.

"I'll come again, Rebecca. Next time I want to stay longer."

"Yes, we'll be waiting."

When Rebecca said that, Christopher nodded lightly. Then, bowing to Rieserago, he left while holding Lisette's shoulder.

Rebecca saw off the harmonious couple. Suddenly, she shifted her gaze to Rieserago standing next to her. And then, Rebecca widened her eyes in surprise.

Rieserago had a face as if she had received a strong shock. With an expression as if struck by lightning, or perhaps as if seeing a ghost, she was staring at the retreating figures of Christopher and the others.

"...No way... It can't be... something like this..."

Her blue eyes wavered in agitation, and she was muttering something. Not understanding the meaning of those words, Rebecca tilted her head.

"Riesy...?"

She called out, but Rieserago didn't answer. She just voiced out blankly.

"...The same... brilliance of the soul..."

"Eh?"

When Rebecca furrowed her brows in bewilderment, Rieserago turned her face vigorously towards her.

"What is that!?"

"Eh? Eh? What?"

"That baby!! What is that thing's name!?"

At that sudden question, Rebecca was confused. By "that baby," she must mean Christopher's daughter. Why did Rieserago want to know that child's name?

She didn't really understand, but Rebecca answered immediately.

"That young lady's name is—"

***

Christopher stopped suddenly and turned around. The large house where his sister and her lover lived could be seen far in the distance.

The image of Wendy smiling with heartfelt happiness from earlier floated in his mind.

—She was my precious sister. We lived hand in hand. I wanted to continue supporting her as a brother.

But before he knew it, his sister had become strong enough to stand on her own. Besides, his sister has her one and only beloved person.

His hand is no longer needed.

Surely, if she is by her side, his sister's future from here on will be bright. He was convinced of that from the bottom of his heart.

"Chris dear? What's wrong? Are you okay?"

Lisette called out wonderingly. Christopher closed his eyes once, then immediately turned his face to his wife.

"Yeah. I just thought today is a truly wonderful day."

Then, Christopher reached out to his wife's arms and held his small daughter. His daughter, who had been sleeping soundly until a moment ago, had woken up before he knew it. She stared at Christopher's face wonderingly.

"Let's come here again... Friederike."

When he called her name, his beloved little daughter floated an angelic smile.

*Next time, the final chapter.*