“That’s true.” (Wendelin)
“Well then, that’s the situation.” (Hohenheim)
“Eh?” (Wendelin)
Because of the serious look of Cardinal Hohenheim, my smiling face ended up frozen.
“When I asked His Majesty, I received the words 『Since they are similar in age, they will be a well-suited marriage couple』.” (Hohenheim)
“Eh? This? Are you for real?” (Wendelin)
By no means I did believe to be betrothed to this girl called Elise. My mind was completely in disorder.
“However, this girl’s mother is in fact Armstrong-doushi’s imouto. Doushi also completely agrees to this engagement.” (Hohenheim)
Furthermore I was plunged into outrageous news.
On top of being certified by His Majesty, this girl seems to be niece of the muscled magician Armstrong-doushi.
Therefore, obviously I will end up becoming his relative.
If one were to speak of such things like 『Apparently』, although the decision has only been openly declared, it is a decided matter in reality already.
There might be nobles, who have the courage, to refuse the marriage in such situation.
However I didn’t feel inclined to such bravery since it was no more than reckless foolishness.
Even so, not hearing Elise’s will in regards to the marriage is quite unfair.
Being born as noble, she couldn’t possibly refuse the marriage arranged between her parents and me.
As for noble’s marriages, half of them were due to obligation of their vocation.
Therefore, marriages due to love were handed down as curiosity to future generations.
“Elise is fine with this, too? For Baron Baumeister-dono to become your husband? Please extend your greetings to him.” (Hohenheim)
“Yes, esteemed grandfather. As Baron Baumeister-sama’s honorable activity has become a popular topic of conversation within the royal capital, I inquired to be granted to visit him. To be able to become the wife of such an esteemed person, I am truly grateful.” (Elise)
“…” (Wendelin)
“Baron Baumeister-dono?” (Hohenheim)
“Eeeto … I am Wendelin von Benno Baumeister. Please treat me well after I become an adult and officially marry you.” (Wendelin)
“It is I who should say so, please treat me well.” (Elise)
No matter how much memory I possess from my previous life or how strong the magic I can use is.
After all, I am still me.
Deceived by the experienced Cardinal Hohenheim, I ended up having decided upon a fiance at the early age of 12 years.