Haunted Duke’s Daughter

Not much to say. Life still hellish busy. Guess Im finding some motivation to translate now from a rekindled interesting in reading novels. As author said in the previous chapters note, the story will be quite relaxed for a while. So, story might get a bit slow for some, but please hang in there, its definitely worth reading all of it! (If Ill ever finish translating)

Enjoy chapter 18

Saying so, Lilia made to walk past the boy. However before she passed by him, the boy held out something to her. Seeing the thing, it turned out to be a small handkerchief.

What?

Well It seemed like you had been crying so If youd like, please use it.

Here not only Lilia, but Sakura as well was surprised. Wondering if he somehow, actually didnt know anything about Lilia.

You Really dont know who I am?

Asking him directly, the boy only tilted his head in response.

Have we perhaps met somewhere before?

Hearing that, Lilia was momentarily dumbfounded, and then a smile involuntarily leaked out on her face.

Thinking for a moment, she said.

Im Lilia. Its nice to meet you.

Ah, umm Ray, here.

It seemed like he had noticed that was Lilia leaving out her family name for some reason, so Ray too, didnt attach his surname.

Ray huh. Ill make sure to remember. Well then Ill be What is it?

As she was heading for the exit, Lilias feet quickly came to a halt. Lilias sleeve, was gently being held onto by Ray. When Lilia tilted her head, Ray said with upturned eyes.

That is Would you like to talk for just a little bit? Being by myself is sort of lonely

Then just return to your own class, thought Lilia, but even she probably wouldnt just say such a thing out loud.

Lilia herself, wasnt really in the condition to return to class, so it wouldnt be bad to keep him company. Lilia concluded so, and nodded with an Alright.

Though it was her first time entering the room, she had heard about this place before. Prepared for purposes like collaborative research and for people who wanted to study by themselves, ten of these rooms were lined up in a hallway connected from the library. To use these rooms one would have to request it beforehand, but starting last year, she had heard something about how one room was continuously in use by someone. That was probably referring to this room.

On the table reference texts and books on various things were arranged. Ray put the book he brought back on a corner of the table, and retrieved a single chair from a stack and placed it before Lilia.

Here you go.

Thanks.

Thanking him she sat down. Ray sat down facing Lilia there.

Seems like this is where he really studies huh.

With Sakuras voice, Lilia brought her gaze to the learning materials arranged on the table. They were the same things as what she had been using a year ago. It seems that he was only one year younger than Lilia. As she stretched out to reach for the reference book, Ray flusteredly said.

S-sorry, it hasnt been tidied! Ill get to it immediately!

Its fine, no worries. So you study by yourself here?

Yes Thats right.

Ray slumped back down as he answered. As Lilia was flipping through the reference book, she stealthily sent her gaze to the paper in front of Ray. The notebook there was opened, and questions full of blank answers were written inside.

So there are parts you dont get here?

Eh, Ray let out an idiotic voice, and quickly noticing that the notebook he left lying open had been seen, frantically began to clean it up.

Sorry Im so sorry! Ive shown you such an unsightly!

Its quite alright. Rather, hows the studying?

Uhmm Yes, there are some parts that I dont really understand

Please show me.

And so the notebook that Ray was going to tidy up was quite naturally plundered by Lilia. Looking inside, she began to confirm the places left blank. With anI see, Lilia quickly closed the notebook.

Ill teach you.

Eh?

Itll probably serve to kill some time. I will teach you. Please open your reference book.

Returning the notebook with those words, Ray was speechless as his mouth hung open. Lilia felt just a slight bit irritated at the state Ray was in, and tapped the table with her finger.

Quickly please.

Ye, yes!

Ray hurriedly opened the reference book. Lilia moved beside Ray, looked at the questions, and thus began to explain.

Un. The heck is this.

No one gave an answer to Sakuras muttering.

Lets leave it at this for today.

When Lilia said so and closed the reference book, Ray let out a sigh of relief. Seeing that Lilia narrowed her eyes, and as she was about to open her mouth,

This is your fault forcing him to study six hours straight without any breaks though? You shouldnt be getting angry alright?

Ahhh So that much time has already passed huh.

Yup. As expected it was pretty tough on poor Ray. It seemed like you were having fun so I didnt say anything though.

Just like Sakura said, Lilia felt some enjoyment from it. Especially since Rays memory was good, hed remember something after only being taught once. In that regard teaching was quite enjoyable. Just, seeing Ray fallen limp from exhaustion, she couldnt help but reflect a little at having somewhat overdone it.

Sorry about that, Ray.

At Lilias words, Ray vigourously raised his head.

No no! Your lesson was very easy to understand! Thank you very much!

And so he bowed his head with great vigour. Lilia only replied with a curt I see, but the corners of her mouth couldnt help as they naturally turned upwards.

Ahaha. Lilia, you seem happy.

As if.

Well then its about time, Ill be going now.

Yes. Thank you very much for today.

Leaving Ray who bowed his head once more, Lilia quietly exited the room.

In the Library, there was still barely any sign of other people. It seems like classes had ended quite some time ago. To not leave Alisa worrying, she made to return straight back, and headed for the exit.

Miss Lilia!

Stopped midway, Lilia halted her feet. Turning around, there stood Ray.

Whats the matter?

Umm If you have the time it would be great, if you could perhaps come again?

Lilia slightly widened her eyes. She thought about what Rays intentions might be, but nothing came to mind. What could possibly be the reason that this boy was saying such a thing?

Lilia sometimes, can be quite dumb.

Ha? You picking a fight?

Not at all. Its just, yeah. Never mind.

The presence of Sakuras wry smile was transmitted. Not understanding what she meant, Lilia only tilted her head.

Alright. If I feel like it Ill come again.

Not knowing his intentions she couldnt make a promise. Not having a reason to refuse either she answered so but,

Yes! I will be waiting!

Ray had a very delighted smile.