Reborn As Noble

Javier slowly opened his eyes, a soft smile forming on his lips.

The familiar warmth beside him—it wasn't a dream.

Liana was there.

Gloria was there.

Alive. Breathing. Real.

Their gentle sleeping faces made his heart ache—but this time, with overwhelming happiness.

His body was still weak, but he didn't care.

He leaned closer to Liana, brushing a strand of hair away from her face.

Then—he pressed a soft kiss against her lips.

She stirred slightly but didn't wake.

Javier turned toward Gloria next.

Her hair framed her peaceful expression, her soft breathing steady.

He leaned in again—placing a tender kiss on her lips.

Javier felt his chest tighten, his eyes stinging.

It wasn't a dream.

They were real.

He was too happy—

Too happy to contain it.

He buried his face into Liana's shoulder, whispering softly.

"…Thank you for coming back to me."

"Uuu… Young Master… don't hug too hard… it still hurts…"

Liana's soft voice made Javier freeze.

He quickly pulled back, eyes wide with concern.

"Sorry… I was just happy."

Liana gave him a weak smile, her eyes filled with warmth. Your adventure continues at My Virtual Library Empire

"I know…"

"Awww… Young Master, your hand…"

Javier turned just in time to see Gloria flinch slightly.

He looked down—his elbow had accidentally pressed against her stomach.

"Gloria! Did I hurt you?"

Gloria pouted slightly but smiled playfully.

"Mmm… just a little."

"It's okay, Young Master… but if you really feel bad, I'll gladly accept a few more kisses as an apology~"

Javier blinked—then smirked.

"Oh? Then should I give double for Liana too?"

Liana blushed instantly.

"Y-Young Master!"

Gloria laughed, and for the first time in days—

Everything felt normal again.

Just as Javier was enjoying the warmth of his beloved maids—

The door suddenly swung open.

"Didn't I tell you both—?!"

Erinnete stood at the doorway, her piercing gaze locked onto Liana and Gloria.

Her arms were crossed, and her deadly aura made even seasoned knights tremble.

"You still need to recover! Yet here you are!?"

Liana flinched.

Gloria quickly averted her gaze.

"U-Uh…"

"Don't 'uh' me! You both SNUCK into Young Master's bed, didn't you!?"

The room fell silent.

She pointed toward the door like a general commanding her troops.

"Go back to the recovery room! Now!"

Liana pouted slightly but nodded.

Gloria let out a dramatic sigh.

"Aww… but Young Master's warmth is the best medicine…"

"MOVE IT!"

The two weakly got up, slowly making their way out.

Before leaving, Liana turned back for a moment, looking at Javier with soft eyes.

"Rest well, Young Master…"

Javier smiled.

"You too."

As soon as they left, Erinnete let out an exhausted sigh, rubbing her temples.

"Honestly… these girls."

"…Get some proper rest, Young Master."

Javier smirked, about to tease her—

But then—

"If not, I will personally tell your father about this."

Javier froze.

His smirk vanished instantly.

His entire body stiffened like a soldier facing execution.

"W-Wait—"

Erinnete crossed her arms, raising an eyebrow.

"I mean it."

Javier didn't need to hear it twice.

He rushed to lie down, pulling the blanket over himself in record time.

"S-See? I'm resting! Completely resting!"

Erinnete narrowed her eyes, as if inspecting for deception.

After a moment—she nodded in approval.

"Good."

With a final huff, she turned and left the room, closing the door behind her.

Javier exhaled in relief.

"Damn… she's scarier than Father sometimes…"

But deep inside, he felt warm.

His family really did care about him.

And for the first time in days—

He could finally sleep peacefully.

"Cuquawked! Cuquawked!!"

The familiar noisy cries echoed from outside.

Javier groggily turned his head toward the window.

There—three feathery heads peeked in.

Their large, round eyes stared at him expectantly.

Javier sighed, rubbing his temple.

"Buddy… I'm resting."

"Cuquawked!!"

The squawked was more insistent this time.

Javier blinked, then winced in realization.

"Oh… sorry. You're hungry, huh?"

He slowly tried to sit up—"

BAM!

The door swung open.

A tall figure stepped inside.

Alf.

And right now—his sharp gaze was locked onto Javier.

Javier's entire body tensed.

Crap. Father's serious butler is here!

His mind raced, but before he could say anything—

"Rest."

A single word. Cold. Absolute. Unquestionable.

Javier instantly dropped back onto the bed.

"Yes Sir!!!"

Alf nodded in satisfaction.

Without another word, he turned and left, closing the door behind him.

The room fell silent.

Javier stared at the ceiling.

"…That was terrifying."

Outside—Buddy, Peanut, and Pikko peeked in again.

"Cuquawked?"

Javier groaned.

"I know, I know. I'll feed you later…"

For now—he had no choice but to obey.

Javier sighed

At least Buddy, Peanut, and Pikko weren't making noise anymore.

…Wait.

Why did they suddenly run away so fast?

A shadow loomed over his window.

Javier froze.

Slowly—he turned his head.

And there—peering inside—

Two piercing golden eyes stared back at him.

"Cuquawked."

Giddie.

Javier gulped.

"T-That's why they ran…"

Giddie—the legendary golden Pekko.

It wasn't just a Pekko.

It was a menace.

Javier swallowed hard.

"…This golden big guy is seriously scary… just like Father."

Giddie stared at him, unblinking.

Javier slowly pulled his blanket over himself.

Maybe if he played dead, Giddie would go away…

Javier watched as Giddie suddenly perked up—his sharp eyes lighting up with excitement.

Then, without hesitation—the massive golden Pekko rushed toward someone outside.

Javier didn't even need to look.

Because the moment he heard that deep, commanding voice—

He already knew.

"Giddie, come eat."

A simple command.

Spoken calmly.

Spoken casually.

But Javier felt a shiver down his spine.

"…Ugh."

He covered his face with his blanket.

"Now the most terrifying man is also here…"

Even Marcellus—the strongest magician in the kingdom—

Even Cedric—the strongest paladin trained to lead knights—

Even THEY feared him.

A man of absolute power.

A man who never needed to raise his voice.

A man who stood at the top—not just as a ruler, but as a warrior feared by all.

And right now—

He was outside Javier's window, casually feeding his golden menace.

Javier groaned.

"…I am NOT getting out of bed right now."

He turned away, pretending to sleep.

Because the last thing he wanted… was to get caught slacking by his father.

Javier lay frozen under his blanket.

He could hear everything from outside.

"Oh…? You're telling me that brat didn't rest well, Giddie?"

"Cuquawked!"

Javier's eye twitched.

'No, you damn big golden bird—DON'T ANSWER HIM!'

Then—his father chuckled.

A low, amused chuckle.

The kind that sent shivers down even the strongest warriors' spines.

"Oho~ Maybe I should check on him?"

"Cuquawked!"

Javier felt the blood drain from his face.

'GIDDIE, YOU DAMN BIRD! STOP CONFIRMING IT!!'

He instantly shut his eyes, pretending to be in the deepest sleep of his life.

Maybe—just maybe—his father would let him off if he looked exhausted enough…

…Right?"

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