My Maid is Cute Chapter 102 : Sweet Night (Patreon)

*Sweet Night*

On a bright afternoon, Rebecca was sweeping the garden.

The weather was fine today, with a clear, deep sky stretching overhead. As she moved her broom while cleaning, she glanced at the window of Wendy's room.

Lately, Wendy seemed to be swamped with work, pulling all-nighters day after day. Although a long-term serialization had ended, it seemed she was releasing a new book soon, keeping her extremely busy with writing. For both yesterday and today, she had taken her meals in her room.

Being busy couldn't be helped, but her physical strength must be nearing its limit soon. She didn't want to disturb her work too much, but perhaps she should tell her to rest a little...

Just as she was moving the broom while thinking such things,

"Yo."

She heard a familiar voice and looked up with a start. Walking boldly into the garden was a woman with eyes like the sea.

"Riesy..."

When she called her name, Rieserago laughed cheerfully.

***

"It's been a while."

"Yeah."

Rieserago gave a short reply to Rebecca's words.

This dragon seemed to be traveling aimlessly to various places as she pleased, but she occasionally came to visit this mansion like this. Probably because she was worried about Rebecca.

Just in case, Rebecca got permission from Wendy before inviting Rieserago into the house.

Incidentally, Wendy did not come out of her room because she wasn't fond of Rieserago and was busy with work.

"How have you been lately?"

Asked that, Rebecca answered while taking Rieserago's coat.

"Hmm, same as usual."

Rieserago looked satisfied with that answer, then held out a large amount of luggage to Rebecca.

"Here, souvenirs."

"Again...?"

Rebecca accepted them with a troubled laugh.

Every time Rieserago came to see Rebecca like this, she brought a huge amount of souvenirs. Mostly food, but also a wide variety of things like cute trinkets, rare but useful tools, paintings, and sculptures.

"Thank you very much. ...Um, but, Riesy, I've told you many times, you don't have to buy so much every time you come here..."

"I bought them because I wanted to, so don't worry about it."

Saying that, Rieserago sat down on the sofa. Rebecca continued speaking while carrying the received luggage.

"Well, I'm happy and it helps, but... are you okay for money?"

"No problem."

Rieserago stated flatly.

Rebecca didn't understand well, but it seemed Rieserago was still earning income by creating magic stones herself and selling them in various places. She didn't know what they were used for, but apparently, they sold for quite a high price.

Incidentally, Rebecca had repaid the expenses from her travels with Rieserago a few years ago with the wages she earned working as a maid. Rieserago insisted she didn't need it, but Rebecca stubbornly returned it.

"I'm hungry. Let me eat something."

Since Rieserago appealed like that, Rebecca headed to the kitchen with a wry smile. She prepared a pie Dorothy had made and some drinks. Since Rieserago ate a lot, she cut the pie into large pieces.

Watching Rebecca do this, Rieserago had a somewhat serious look on her face.

"Riesy? What's wrong?"

When Rebecca asked while offering a fork, Rieserago replied.

"No... I just thought you've grown."

"Ah."

Rebecca laughed softly.

Rebecca's body, which had become small due to Rieserago's magic, was growing, albeit little by little. She was now finally about the size of a ten-year-old.

"Fufufu, I've gotten taller since we last met, haven't I?"

"...Yeah."

Rieserago looked away with a very complicated expression. Sensing the reason for Rieserago's expression, Rebecca stopped her hand for a moment. Most likely, she realized that along with Rebecca's growth, the limit of her lifespan was approaching bit by bit.

"Riesy, come to think of it... where have you been lately?"

In the end, without pressing the issue, she changed the subject. Rieserago hurriedly returned her gaze and replied.

"Various places... You know, watching new operas and plays as usual..."

It seemed she still liked theater. Rebecca asked again with a wry smile.

"Were you watching plays and theater the whole time?"

"Eh, ah... no, not really... maybe."

For some reason, Rieserago looked away again with an awkward face. Rebecca quietly watched Rieserago fidgeting.

She had a vague feeling that Rieserago was hiding something very important. It was certain she cared deeply about Rebecca, but she felt Rieserago held something equally precious in her heart. She had that feeling.

—Could it be she found someone she likes?

Thinking such a thing for a moment, Rebecca almost laughed.

"Hm? What's wrong?"

Noticing Rebecca's reaction, Rieserago asked, and Rebecca hurriedly shook her head.

"Nothing."

Would she tell her someday? If she did, Rebecca would be happy. This dragon who had lived in solitude for so long finding a precious person again. That must certainly be a wonderful thing.

After that, Rieserago finished the whole pie while chatting with Rebecca, drank all the tea, and then stood up.

"I should head back soon."

"Already? You should stay for dinner."

Rieserago waved her hand flutteringly while her face twitched.

"No, I'll pass on that. If I stay too long, she'll get angry."

"Angry?"

Just as Rebecca tilted her head, there was the sound of the door opening.

"...Hello."

Wendy entered the room. Although she was dressed properly, her complexion was pale, and there were dark circles under her eyes.

"Lady Wendy! Is your work...?"

"Finally finished it all."

Answering so, Wendy hugged Rebecca from behind. Then, glaring at Rieserago, she added.

"I won't get angry or anything. Though I'm a bit displeased."

Wendy voiced her displeasure.

Rebecca realized only now that Rieserago meant Wendy would be the one getting angry.

At Wendy's demeanor, Rieserago shook her head with a wry smile.

"No, I'm heading back today."

Saying that, Rieserago picked up her coat.

"Take care of your health. Please don't eat too much, okay?"

"Yeah."

In front of the door leading outside, she bid farewell to Rieserago. Wendy, despite having a sulky face, came along with Rebecca to see her off.

"...Let me know immediately if anything happens."

"Yes."

Rieserago laughed a little and reached out to pat Rebecca's head. However, sensing Wendy emitting killing intent behind Rebecca, she swiftly lowered her hand midway.

But conversely, Rebecca took Rieserago's hand.

"Please come again, Riesy. I'll be waiting."

Seeing this, Wendy was making an incredible face, but Rebecca didn't notice. Rieserago shivered at Wendy, who had eyes like she was about to commit murder, and her face twitched.

"Y-Yeah. I'll definitely come again. See ya."

Trying her best not to look at Wendy, Rieserago waved flutteringly to Rebecca and left.

***

After Rieserago left, things were tough for Rebecca.

"Becca, fix my hair."

"Yes."

"Becca, I'm thirsty. Milk, please."

"Yes."

"Becca, my body hurts from sitting so long. Massage me."

"Yes, yes."

Wendy's complaints, or rather selfishness, increased more than usual. This happened every time Rieserago left, so she was used to it, but...

"Becca, my hands are tired and won't move. Feed me dinner."

—I feel like she's being especially selfish today.

She thought for a moment she should warn her, "Please cut it out," but...

"Beccaaaa, pleaaase."

When Wendy made a sweet, pleading voice looking up at her, that thought was blown away. Nihera, her face relaxed into a grin.

—Hmm, she's cute, so it's fine!

"Here, say ahhh."

When she offered the spoon with food, Wendy opened her mouth like an obedient child. That appearance was truly so adorable that Rebecca found herself smiling along. In the end, Rebecca continued to accept Wendy's selfishness with a smile and spoiled her to her heart's content.

After taking a bath together and lying in bed, Wendy's mood finally improved.

"Somehow, you were in a much worse mood than usual today."

When she said that, Wendy nuzzled her cheek against Rebecca's and answered.

"Because I was annoyed. Because you held that person's hand..."

"Over just that...?"

When she said that unintentionally, Wendy grimaced. she stared at Rebecca with glaring eyes.

"Then, are you fine with me holding hands with someone other than you?"

"That is..."

—That might make me quite angry. I might rage and start crying.

Thinking that, Rebecca unconsciously pouted. Seeing her reaction, Wendy softened her expression a little.

"I am aware that you and that person are good friends. But... sometimes I get anxious. The distance between you and that person is too close..."

Perhaps getting sleepy, Wendy's eyes became unfocused. Still, she continued.

"I can't say it well but... between that person and you... I feel like there is a territory I cannot enter. That is very frustrating... and sad..."

At those words, Rebecca widened her eyes, then immediately chuckled softly. Stroking Wendy's hair, she gently dropped a kiss on her forehead.

"It is true that Riesy is a precious friend, but... you know, right? That I love you the most. You are my only person. More than anything in this world... the most precious woman in the world is only you."

It was her responsibility for making her anxious. Taking her hand to reassure her, she lightly pressed her lips against hers and smiled softly.

"You don't have to worry about anything. Because the only one who can make my heart burn this much is you."

For a moment, Wendy had eyes like she was about to cry, then her face turned bright red. She acted shy as if hiding her face with her hands.

"Mhmhm, my sleepiness feels like it's flying away."

That face was so adorable she almost became entranced, but Rebecca hurriedly spoke.

"No good. You've been pulling all-nighters continuously lately, haven't you? Please go to sleep quickly."

"Hey, Beccaaaa, say it again."

"I'll say it tomorrow, so please sleep."

"I don't want tomorrow, I want now."

While exchanging words huddled together on the bed, the night gradually deepened.

***

Since I've been writing only about Riesy and Friederike lately, I wrote a sweet story about the two of them for the first time in a while.

Wendy is an adult, but to be spoiled by Rebecca, she intentionally uses childish speech and behavior.