The Story of the Golden Spoon in Another World

Chapter 12: Sister-in-Law – 1

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Honestly, I couldn’t hide my nervousness.  Putting aside the fact that it was my first time, my partner was my brother’s wife. My sister-in-law.

“Young Master, this is as far as I go.”

“Mm. Lena. Thank you.  You’ve worked hard.”

Lena, who had guided me this far, bowed and stepped back.  I thanked her and looked ahead.  Saren, Grace’s maid and the daughter of her wet nurse, who had accompanied Grace when she married into the family, was standing there.

I had rarely interacted with Saren, Grace’s attendant, like this. Even when I passed by Grace, I had only ever seen Saren waiting in the background.  Brown hair, brown eyes. She greeted me quietly with a composed expression.

“Thank you for accepting the invitation today.”

“Thank you for inviting me.”

Franz Castle was divided into several sections.  Centered around the inner castle, the outer sections housed the training grounds and offices for both civil and military personnel, as well as the servants’ quarters.  Anyone with permission could enter these areas.  However, behind the inner castle were several restricted areas that even members of the Franz family couldn’t access without proper authorization.

The main building housed my father and mother, the heads of the family.  Adjacent were separate buildings for my brother and his family, and for myself.  Since I wasn’t married and didn’t have any children, most of my building was empty, but it was maintained and cleaned daily, ready for use.

In any case, entering each other’s buildings required prior permission.  Even my brother, when observing proper etiquette, had to send a maid to inform Grace beforehand if he wanted to enter her building.  Of course, no one would stop him if he just walked in, but my parents might scold him for being unmannerly.

As we walked down the long corridor, the building came into view.  I had been to Aidan’s quarters several times, but I had never visited the building next door where his family resided.

Saren led me to an elaborately decorated door tucked away in a corner.  A few maids and attendants were present, but no guards.

“This is as far as I go.”

“Mm.”

My throat felt a little dry.  The image of Grace came to mind.  She must have known about the arrangement between my brother and me.  Even between close brothers, the issue of succession created a delicate situation, yet Grace had always been kind to me.

“…Where’s Brother?”

“Mylene is attending to him tonight.”

I looked up at the moon.  Fortunately, the moon here was no different from the one on Earth.  The full moon and the surrounding stars adorned the night sky with incomparable beauty.

There was a superstition, though calling it that wasn’t quite right since it seemed to have some basis in fact, that conception was easier during a full moon.  Apparently, the magical density in the air increased slightly, making it easier for magic wielders to become aroused.  It was a subtle effect, but that must have been why they chose tonight.

To be intimate with my sister-in-law while my brother was still in the castle…  A strange feeling welled up inside me.  I wouldn’t deny that a base desire was mixed in as well.

Shining blonde hair, jewel-like blue eyes.  A gentle smile that was always present.  A noblewoman raised and trained to bear the next generation of nobles, finding joy in that purpose.  And strictly speaking, she wasn’t my woman, but my brother’s. My sister-in-law.

“Then, I’ll go in.”

“Yes.  I’ll make the preparations.”

* * *

The first thing I noticed upon entering the room, besides the lavishly decorated interior, was the same fragrance used during my sex education.  So all that training was for this day.

Nobles weren’t devoid of sexual desire, but it wasn’t strong either.  There were individual differences, like myself, but for some reason, it was generally weak.  Lena must have used the three days of “sex education” to acclimate me to this scent and make me more easily aroused.

Not that I needed any help with that.  I took in the fragrance and looked at the large bed in the center of the room.

A single flower lay there.  Grace, as elegant as ever, but clad in a thin piece of lingerie.  Her ample bosom and slender waist were visible beneath the sheer fabric.  I could even see the outline of her panties.  …I stared for a moment, mesmerized, but then cleared my throat.

“Thank you for inviting me tonight.”

I bowed my head.  …I was told not to avert my gaze, and I had already taken a good look at her, so this much should be fine.

“Oh, no.  …Leoric. Thank you for taking the time to be with someone as inadequate as myself.”

On the bed, Grace bowed her head politely despite wearing such revealing attire.  Her breasts swayed with each movement.  While mostly concealed by the flimsy lingerie, if I looked closely… I forced myself to tear my gaze away.

Grace’s cheeks were slightly flushed as she looked at me.  She didn’t seem averse to the situation.  Honestly, I felt a little uncomfortable about forcing myself on her.  Even if my brother had given his permission, it still felt like coercion.

“…As Father and Brother mentioned, you…”

“Hee hee.”

Just as I was about to confirm one last time, Grace let out a soft giggle.  She covered her mouth with her hand as she laughed.

“Ah, that…”

“Oh, I’m sorry.  I just remembered what Father and Aidan said.”

“Yes?”

Brother and Father?  As I stood there flustered, Grace shook her head.

“You’re so kind, Leoric.”

Kind?  …I didn’t treat servants like tools, but that was because of my modern sensibilities.  And even then, it wasn’t out of any conscious effort, but rather because of my privileged position.  I wasn’t kind at all.  I was simply more tolerant than the people of this world.

“I’m fine.  Actually, when I first heard about this, I thought it wasn’t a bad idea.”

“I-is that so?”

“Yes.  Aidan didn’t blame me, but…”

Grace gave a bitter smile.  Years had passed without any news of a pregnancy.  She must have been suffering.  I hesitated, unable to find the right words, and Grace smiled at me.

“I’m sorry for making you worry.”

“Not at all.”

Embarrassed by her kind words, I lowered my head.  As I stood there awkwardly, Grace smiled and extended her hand towards me.  Her slender hand opened, revealing her cleavage.  Though partially obscured by the lingerie, her breasts, even larger than Neria’s, were displayed before me.

“How long do you intend to leave a lady waiting?”

“…Then…”

I looked into her moist eyes.  I was reaching my limit as well.  Looking at Grace’s flushed face, I thought about what I had to do.

“I will impregnate you with my child.”

“…That’s the most forceful proposal I’ve ever received.”

Eh? Was that a proposal?

* * *

“…Haa.”

I could feel Grace’s sweet breath on my skin.  I climbed onto the incredibly soft bed, clothes discarded, and stood before her.

“Do I look unsightly? I’m not as young as I used to be…”

“Unsightly?  Who would say such a thing?  You’re more beautiful than anyone in my eyes!”

She was only in her early to mid-twenties, wasn’t she?  Hmm.  By this world’s standards, she might be considered a bit older.  But Grace was a magic wielder.  Her beauty wouldn’t fade for years to come.

“Oh, you’re too kind… I’m embarrassed.”

Being this close, I could see details I hadn’t noticed before.  Grace’s smooth, white skin.  Her scent.  The sound of her heart beating.  Her slightly trembling eyelashes.  I gazed at her slowly and reached out my hand.  Perhaps noticing my trembling hand, Grace gently took my hand in hers and pulled me closer.

“Leoric…”

“Grace!”

I couldn’t hold back any longer.  As if she had been waiting, Grace fell back onto the bed without resistance as I pushed her gently.

*Thud.*

I climbed on top of her, her moist eyes gazing up at me.  Drawn to her red lips, I brought my mouth to hers.

“Ah, kissing…”

“Is it not allowed?”

“That’s…”

Grace hesitated slightly.  It wasn’t that she didn’t have feelings for me, but… it wasn’t time yet.

I needed to change my approach.  My brother had already played the role of the dependable man.  I was the innocent, inexperienced virgin.  Embrace the mindset of a young boy, Leo!  Older woman, younger man!  Even though I wasn’t exactly a “young boy”…

“Grace… no, Sister Grace!”

“Oh!”

Grace’s body trembled at my words.

“Just for tonight.”

“Such… Leoric, such language is inappropriate.  We…”

“Call me Leo, Sister Grace.”

“…….”

“It’s just the two of us in this room tonight…!”

I looked at Grace, her gaze wavering at my earnest plea.  The scenario of a younger brother, harboring secret feelings, finally confessing his love with passionate eyes!  A forbidden love affair!  It was working.

Her wavering gaze settled.

*Smack!*

A cute, light kiss.  Barely even a peck.  But my eyes lit up at her response.  Her flushed face, her slightly excited, trembling gaze.  I didn’t miss the spark of passion within her eyes.

“Just for tonight… Leo.”

“Yes, Sister.”

…Would it really be just for tonight?  That remained to be seen.

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