Chương 201: Chapter 184. Tea And Names

" Yes, I think that can work for all of us, Ms. Sella."" That's fantastic news, Ms. Emily." /Creak! /" That door needs some oil."" Lord Matthew!"" Lord Matthew!" As I opened the door to my office, the door screeched like it was rusted. I wonder if I can find someone to fix that? Maybe someone from Bronzebone or Sander? As I entered the door, Emily and Ruby happily greeted me as I walked in the room. But it seems they had guests. 3 Dwarves were there, sitting around the coffee table with papers spread all around it.

Maybe I should look into getting a big table put in somewhere for business dealings? As I entered the room, Sarah and Anna joined me. And for some reason, Charlotte and Delcan did. Regardless of that, Emily and Ruby walked up to us to greet us." Welcome back, I wasn't expecting for you to come back so quickly!"" How was your trip!?" Emily and then Ruby spoke to me. I was glad that they seemed to genuinely miss us. Once I noticed that the Dwarves were looking at us awkwardly, I decided to pull back for now."

As much as I'd like to talk to you both after so long. I think you both should finish up here first. It's okay, I'll go downstairs and make some tea for you."" Oh! Right!" Emily turned around and returned to her seat, Ruby followed her somewhat reluctantly. I took everyone downstairs and began to make tea." Princess Charlotte, Prince Delcan, would you like some tea as well?"" What kind do you have?"" We have Black, Green and Blue currently."" Woah!" Janet spoke from my side as we were walking in the hallway."

Janet, you scared me."" Welcome back, Lord Matthew." Janet smiled at me as if she wanted to scare me. I'll remember this!" I see you've brought Guests, Lord Matthew." Janet looks at Delcan and Charlotte and starts to curtsy." My name is Janet, I'm the Head Maid of Lord Matthew's Home. I hope I can serve you well."" My name is Delcan Nyx, I'm the 2nd Prince of Darkheim."" And I'm Charlotte Nyx, the 2nd Princess of Darkheim. Also, I'll be instated as the new Chief of Staff of the Military here in Paradise."

Janet, the consummate professional, didn't even blink as Delcan and Charlotte introduced themselves. I need to remember to praise Anna for her training of our Staff. She's turned villagers looking for a better life and to pay a debt into an amazing Staff of Pros." I hope My Husband's tea is to your liking, Prince Delcan, Princess Charlotte."" Ah, Jim is here today as well?"" Yes, he's begun working every other day at the lab."" Is he overworking himself as all?""

No, if anything, the amount of energy he has, has increased since moving to this schedule. He seems very happy with his work."" That's great, let me know immediately if either of you need a break. Also, Ellie."" Of course, Lord Matthew. Now please, let me guide everyone to the dining room."" By all means." I began to follow Janet as I led the rest of them. Press... I felt a hand on my shoulder as we walked." You let your servants take days off?"" They have scheduled days off.

But if someone needs a day or 2 for something, why not? I want my Servants or Employees to enjoy themselves and be well-rested. The last thing I want is for anyone to be burnt out."" He says this, but rarely takes his own advice." Anna sighed as she heard my response to Delcan. Unauthorized use: this story is on Amazon without permission from the author. Report any sightings." I've noticed that over the past 3 days. I believe your Husband is a "workaholic", Lady Anna.""

I'm not a workaholic, I'm just working towards a certain goal. And the more time I put in now, the more time I'll have to enjoy my life with my Wives. Delcan heard my reply and after a few moments, responded to me." Well, at the very least, I know Char will be in good hands and not overworked." We continued to walk and made it to the dining room in no time at all. We all took our seats as Janet took our orders. I felt like something cold, so I asked for cold iced tea.

The tea had come, and we began to engage in small talk as we drank our tea. Before long, we heard the front door open and close, then Emily and Ruby made their way to the table with the rest of us." Long time no see, Emily, Ruby." I greeted them as they sat down." I wish you could've told us when you would arrive, we'd have had a welcome party for you." Emily, while complaining, seemed to be happy to see everyone again." Yeah, we could've had a good banquet today.""

Well, sorry, I wasn't sure when we would make it back. It was the first time I used Paula's ability to jump around that many people that far a distance. It took 3 days to get us back here. It would've taken about a week if I were by myself. Thanks to Sarah and Anna however, we only had to camp out 3 times. We can plan for that next time now that I know how long it'll take." Emily and Ruby were happy to hear that they could throw a banquet next time." Marquess Matthew, who're these 2 women?"

Charlotte asked me a question after we all took a sip of tea." Oh right, this is the first time you both are meeting them." Emily and Ruby were both looking at Charlotte with interest, I guess it's from her asking about them." Well, the Human is my Secretary, her name is Emily Metis. Next to her is her Bodyguard, Ruby Flameskin. She's a member of one of the two oldest families who made Paradise their homes before I arrived here. They're both important Friends of mine."

Emily and Ruby bowed their heads as I introduced them. I pointed my hand now at Delcan and Charlotte and began to introduce them as well." This is the 2nd Prince of Darkheim, Delcan Nyx." Delcan nodded his head at Emily and Ruby. I then looked at Charlotte and began to introduce her as well." And this is his sister--"" Marquess Matthew, please, allow me to introduce myself." Charlotte looked at me with determination in her eyes. I wonder why she's so serious about this? Oh! Right!

This is her first chance to make friends with someone! Understanding is a great thing! I smiled at Charlotte and responded to her." Sure thing! Go ahead." I happily let Charlotte introduce herself." Hello, it's nice to meet you both, Ms. Emily Metis, Ms. Ruby Flameskin. My name is Charlotte Nyx. I am the 2nd Princess of Darkheim and, as of 4 days ago. I am also the Chief of Staff of the Military of Paradise. As 3 women in similar positions, I hope we can get along as Comrades and Allies."

Charlotte looked at Emily and Ruby and bowed to them after she finished speaking. Even though there were some strange words involved, I'd say it was a good self-introduction. However, Emily and Ruby had quite serious looks on their faces as they traded looks with Sarah and Anna. I guess they want to know that Charlotte has been approved by them for the job? Sarah and Anna began to nod as they were being looked at. It was almost like they were all having a conversation with their eyes.

While I was looking at the girls, Delcan asked me a question as they were all focused on each other." Is it always this quiet at the dinner table?"" No." I told him the truth. It seems my words alerted everyone as the silence was filled with Emily beginning to speak to me." Lord Matthew. With our new guests being here, I forgot to tell you about what's happened since you left." Emily seemed to want to speak about the Dwarves, but before that, I needed to sort something out."

Even though this is the first time you've met them, Emily, Ruby, it's okay to use my name without the Formal Title."" You let your Subordinates call you by your name?" Delcan seemed surprised by that, Charlotte however, seemed to know already and was calming sipping her tea. Either way, I guess I should explain my reasoning to Delcan." Yes, I do. I come from a Country where positions like Kings and Queens don't exist. So, it's always bothered me when someone I see on a day-to-day basis calls me Lord or Marquess.

A few weeks ago, I announced to everyone that works in my mansion and office that they can call me whatever they wish while in the mansion. But I still prefer just "Matthew". Some have chosen to continue to call me Lord Matthew or Lord Drake, but some call me by name. In this case, Emily and Ruby do. And I think it's fine to call me by name in front of you 2. I mean, Princess Charlotte will be working here from now on after all." If that's the case, what about us?"" What do you mean, Princess Charlotte?"

Once I had finished explaining why I wanted to be called by my name, Charlotte asked me something puzzling. Charlotte grew a little red, but was able to answer my question in time." If you can be called by name... Why can't we just be called by name?" Oh, that's what she meant." I'm not Royalty, Princess Charlotte."" You're Married to a Princess. Doesn't that make you a Prince Consort?" Delcan spoke to me after I explained to Charlotte my reason for calling them by their Formal Title." Sarah Married into My Family.

Technically speaking, she's no longer a Princess in terms of Status. Now she's just a Marquess's Wife. At least, on paper now that is."" Why would she--"" Because I didn't need the Title. As long as I could Marry My Husband, that was all I truly wanted. I didn't want any Nobles attempting to do anything foolish to My Husband if he was seen as just a "Prince Consort". So, I felt abandoning the Title made the most sense. That and of course, he wouldn't have been able to Marry Anna. I couldn't have that. Along with...

Other things." Sarah answered Delcan's question before he even finished asking it. After she was done, she took a sip of tea as she looked at Anna." You've had quite the life, Matthew. But still, I'd prefer if you just call my Sister and I by name. I mean, think about it. My Sister is going to work under you from now on. Do you really think she'll have a fair shake at it if you and everyone else call her "Princess Charlotte" every time you speak to her?" Delcan brings up a good point."

Well, I think it would be up to both of you who you want calling you by na-"" Everyone at this table can call me Charlotte, that means you too, Matthew!" Charlotte didn't even let me finish speaking for her to allow us to use her name." As for me, seeing as I'm a man of marriageable age, it'd be strange to call me by my first name, so I think you'll be the only one calling me by name, I'll do the same, Matthew." I threw my hands up in surrender to the Dark Elf brother and sister."

Treat me well, Delcan, Charlotte."" Will do."" I hope for you to do the same." With that all squared away, I heard a coughing from Emily." Now that we have the naming issue all worked out, allow me to inform you about what has happened, Matthew." Emily prepared a piece of paper for me and handed it to me across the table. What she began to explain was quite an amazing thing, I was enthralled by her words.