Reborn As Noble - Chapter 330

Chapter 330: A Bite of Trouble ( 330 )
In the private room of the Armand Estate, Garius sat comfortably.

Beside him, his wife Francesca sat with her usual grace and elegance, sipping tea while picking at the refreshments before her.

Across from them—

Eridith.

And unlike Francesca’s refined demeanor—

She was munching through a full meat feast.

Loudly.

Francesca’s eyebrow twitched as she set down her teacup, her calm eyes focusing on the uncivilized display before her.

“Eridith.”

“Hmmm?” Eridith barely glanced up, still chewing.

Francesca sighed. “At least eat like a lady. Not like a child.”

Eridith pouted.

“Eeehhh… but I like it this way.”

She picked up another large piece of meat, taking an exaggerated bite.

Garius chuckled, watching the exchange with amusement.

Francesca simply shook her head. It was always like this.

A knock echoed through the private room. Garius glanced up, setting his drink aside.

“Come in.”

The door opened, and Alf stepped inside, followed closely by Erinnette.

Without a word, Alf handed him a sealed letter.

Garius took it, his eyes scanning the royal insignia.

“Hmmm… this is rare.”

He turned the letter over in his hands, inspecting it.

“For Edmund to send an official letter like this… something must be up.”

Francesca elegantly placed her teacup down, watching with quiet curiosity.

Eridith? She didn’t even pause in her eating. “Maybe he’s just bored again.” She took another bite. “You know how he is.”

Garius chuckled. “True… but something tells me this isn’t just boredom.”

He slid his finger under the seal, breaking it open. And as he unfolded the letter—

His eyes narrowed.

Garius smirked as he read through the letter. Without a word, he handed it to Francesca, who gracefully took it and began reading.

Moments later—

Her lips curled into an amused smile.

“Oh my~ Is he serious?”

Garius let out a short chuckle.

“I don’t know… sometimes, Edmund is really crazy.”

“Agreed,” Erinnette added, crossing her arms.

Alf simply sighed, rubbing his temples.

Meanwhile, Francesca covered her chuckle with her hand, her eyes twinkling with amusement.

“If he knew, he would throw a tantrum.”

Garius’ smirk deepened. “What should we do with this, Alf?”

Alf shook his head. “I don’t know, my lord. It’s up to you.”

Then, after a short pause, he added, “Besides… it’s not us you should be asking.”

Garius leaned back, rubbing his chin, his smirk never fading. This was going to be interesting.

Garius set down the official letter, his playful smirk fading into a serious expression. His eyes sharpened as he looked at his most trusted aides.

“This matter will be discussed later.” He tapped his fingers on the table. “For now, we should focus on something more important.”

“Yes, my lord.” Francesca, Alf, and Erinnette all nodded in agreement.

Then, his gaze turned toward Alf and Erinnette. “Alf. Erinnette.”

Both straightened. “Yes, my lord?”

“According to our guards at both borders, there’s a group we should be wary of, correct?”

Alf nodded. “Yes, my lord.”

Erinnette added, “Luckily, with our mana talkies and the mana relay towers, our military communication is fast. And according to the latest report from our main base at Gaze City…”

She met his gaze directly.

“…Yes. The groups have already entered our territory.”

Garius’s fingers stopped tapping. His aura shifted.

“Is that true?”

Alf gave a firm nod. “Yes, my lord.”

The air grew tense.

Francesca elegantly placed down her teacup, observing silently.

Garius leaned forward, resting his elbows on the table.

His voice remained calm but sharp.

“Alf.”

“Yes, my lord?”

His eyes narrowed.

“Where are all my children?”

“Marcellus and his mage unit are currently stationed in Gaze City. Cedric and his paladin unit are in another town, conducting an official visit as per your request.”

Garius nodded slightly, then asked, “And Athine and Aelius?”

“They are handling business matters at the Gaze City Merchant Guild, under the Armand Merchant Union.”

Garius drummed his fingers on the table.

“What about Heres?”

“He is with Lady Phenelopie, visiting Likon Town.”

Alf paused before adding, “According to Heres, his mother wanted to take a tour. She mentioned she was bored.”

Garius let out a quiet sigh. “Typical.”

His gaze hardened. “Are they all accompanied by their own escorts?”

Alf nodded. “Yes, my lord.”

Garius closed his eyes briefly, collecting his thoughts.

Then—

His tone turned cold.

“Those groups—are you certain they came from there?”

Alf answered without hesitation. “Yes, my lord.”

The room fell into a heavy silence.

Then—

“Erinnette.”

“Yes, my lord?”

“Deploy some of the elite battle maid units. Choose only those who have mastered both hand-to-hand combat and magic.”

Erinnette’s eyes gleamed. “Understood, my lord.”

Then Garius turned to Alf.

“And Alf.”

“Yes, my lord?”

“Deploy our strongest assassin beast unit—only those capable of hand-to-hand combat.”

Alf’s eyes sharpened. “As you command.”

Garius leaned back, his expression unreadable.

“Let’s see what these unwanted guests are after.”

Garius’ fingers stopped tapping. A thought crossed his mind.

“Ah… what about Javier?”

Alf immediately answered.

“Javier is currently visiting Akan Village. He heard about a new meat dish there and is accompanied by Liana and Gloria.”

Garius turned his gaze to Erinnette.

“Erinnette… aren’t those two not ready yet?”

Erinnette remained calm but nodded.

“Gloria is one of the best in the Elite Maid Unit. The only reason she lost before—along with Liana—was because they encountered the Summoned Hero Party.” Her voice carried no excuses, just facts.

“And Liana is on par with Gloria in terms of combat. Their skill is undeniable.”

Garius sighed.

“I’m not worried about Javier’s safety.”

Alf and Erinnette both stiffened.

“I’m worried that if he loses them…”

“You know he will run amok.”

A tense silence filled the room.

Garius leaned forward, his voice quieter but heavier.

“If we’re late to stop him, his body won’t be able to handle it.”

Alf clenched his fists. “Yes, my lord.”

Erinnette nodded. “His power is still unstable. He can only handle it fully once he turns adult.”

Garius exhaled, rubbing his temple.

“Then we better make sure nothing happens to them.”

Because if Javier lost control—

Not even the enemy would be the biggest problem.

Garius’ eyes sharpened.

“Contact the nearest patrol and guard units near Akan Village.”

His voice carried authority and urgency.

“If they encounter those groups, tell them to proceed with caution. No reckless engagements.”

Alf bowed deeply. “Understood, my lord.”

Without hesitation, he turned and rushed out of the room, heading straight for the command center within the estate.

Garius then shifted his focus.

“Erinnette.”

“Yes, my lord?”

“Move the Elite Battle Maid Unit immediately. Select only those fully prepared for direct combat.”

Erinnette’s eyes glowed with determination. “Consider it done.”

She was about to leave when Garius added—

“And call Hesbeirn here. I’m sure he can arrive in no time with his Pekko.”

Erinnette paused, then smirked.

“That stubborn man? He’ll probably complain… but he’ll be here before we know it.”

She swiftly left the room, disappearing into the estate’s hallways.

Garius leaned back, tapping his fingers against the table.

The pieces were moving. Now—he just had to see how the game played out.

( End of Chapter )