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TTRIA 9
Wayne laughed pleasantly and added. “Seeing you in person, I can finally understand. Why Hugo liked Jeff so much.” “I am only grateful that you see me in a favorable light.” “Don't mention it.” The private conversation ended on that amicable note. The more formal discussion that followed proceeded in a moderately light, yet not heavy, atmosphere. Wayne remained consistently gentle and focused, yet occasionally threw sharp questions. Unlike the agent, who had shown clear signs of…-
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TTRIA 8
“Of course, Jeff. There are quite a lot.” He continued speaking with an attitude as if asking something obvious. “But I narrow it down to about five types and give instructions. It is the butler's job to choose the scent according to the guest.” “…So it was the butler who chose the scent.” “He has a good nose for scents. He has worked here his whole life, so it is only natural. But why do you ask that? Is there perhaps some problem with the scent?” “Ah….” After a…-
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TTRIA 7
“……” Jeff himself could not understand why he acted that way at that moment. He had certainly felt a fear as if he would die at any moment, and he had not even had the strength to move, yet before he knew it, he was running after the retreating dog. He had a strong premonition that he must not lose it. Because once again, he had smelled ‘that scent’. It felt as if the answer would be at the end of where that thing reached. Whether it was about the ‘scent’, or about the family head…-
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TTRIA 6
“Of course, we can provide them with a position as a worker at the mansion or at <Vebreuk>. However, only those who have been acknowledged at the external facilities guided by Gray are given the qualification to be a worker. Human habits are not something that can be easily corrected, are they? There are often cases where pure goodwill returns as ungrateful threats. Those who have not been verified cannot become members of the mansion. That is the same for the children.” “……” Does…-
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TTRIA 57
The two children standing at the doorway hesitated to enter and only whispered, “We missed you.” Jeff looked at them without a word. Benjamin, who had been fidgeting at his expressionless face, finally lowered his head with tears welling up in his eyes. In his arms was a fresh bouquet of flowers that seemed to have just been picked from the greenhouse. A faint scent spread from between the moist flowers. “May we come in?” Milla asked cautiously. Jeff, who had been staring blankly at the girl…-
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TTRIA 55
As he descended the stairs and exited the mansion's rear entrance, the cool night air enveloped his entire body. The scent of lilies still lingered at the tip of his nose. For some reason, his mind felt blank, and his footsteps grew faster and faster. He couldn't even feel the pain in his foot properly. The surrounding scenery was blurry, like in a dream. Swaying trees and dark grass. It felt as if the path beneath his feet was stretching out endlessly. How long had he walked? Before he knew it, a…-
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TTRIA 52
“Daniel Ward. I am sure that name is not unfamiliar to you.” “Daniel?” The ‘young bug’ he had left behind at the mansion. Why was that name coming from this man’s mouth? An inexplicable feeling of anxiety washed over him. Jeff, unable to hide his confusion, asked back in a low voice. “Why him…” The man, who was staring at Jeff as if to pierce through him, uttered a short and merciless sentence. “Daniel Ward is dead.” The air froze. Jeff was at a loss for words and…-
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TTRIA 5
Time at the mansion passed quickly, and before I knew it, a fortnight had gone by. They were days filled with abundance and feasting, days that were truly more than I deserved. The weather here was consistently clear and sunny, and if I wished, I could enjoy sports like horseback riding or tennis at any time. The meals provided at every sitting were so splendid as to be overwhelming, and the prepared clothing was also impeccably neat and stylish. Furthermore, all the writing instruments used at the…-
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TTRIA 4
Two small hands rested neatly on the fine fabric. Well-manicured nails and bright eyes full of curiosity. The owner of the note, with a voice whose gender was impossible to tell, was this very child. Jeff bent his waist to meet the child’s eye level. “Yes, Mila. Thank you for welcoming me. I look forward to working with you too.” Her round, plump cheeks turned red. It was because she realized he was greeting her about the note. Mila, as if pleased, smiled broadly and stepped back. Another…-
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TTRIA 3
“That is correct. The current head of the family is also carrying on the wishes of his predecessor. However, while we give the children their freedom, the teacher must remain at the mansion. It would be good if you could show your face at the event, even for a moment. You understand, don't you?” “Yes. I understand.” “Good.” The agent added as he organized the documents. “If I may add, the event continues until the evening, but as long as you fulfill the minimum courtesy, you are…-
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