Reborn As Noble

Javier dismounted Buddy, taking in the scene before him. He gestured dramatically at the dense forest, frustration evident in his voice. ”This is the land?”

”Yes, young master,” Liana replied, adjusting her posture with her usual elegance. ”According to Mr. Alex, this is the place.”

”This is a forest! ughh!!” Javier groaned, running a hand through his messy black hair.

Behind him, Gloria let out a soft laugh, her serene demeanor unchanged.

Javier pointed at a massive boulder jutting out in the middle of the area. ”The dried plum gave me a forest and a giant rock! If we use workers, this will take months!”

”But young master, there’s a river not too far from here. Workers can bring water using bucket from there to irrigate your farm.”

”Buckets? Seriously?” Javier groaned.

”Hmm?” Liana tilted her head, curious.

”We can just create a waterway!”

”A… waterway?” Liana asked, exchanging a puzzled glance with Gloria.

”I’ll show you later. It’ll be a proper irrigation system!” Javier said, smirking. His mind was already racing with plans, recalling knowledge from his previous life.

Liana raised an eyebrow. ”Young master, irrigation systems of that scale require skilled laborers and months of work—”

”Exactly why we’re going to make cleaning up this place quicker!” Javier interrupted, folding his arms.

”And what do you plan to plant here, young master?” Liana asked, her tone calm but slightly amused.

Javier’s smirk widened. ”Sugarcane and cocoa!”

”Sugarcane and… cocoa?” Gloria echoed, her serene expression giving way to curiosity.

”Yeah! They’re not common around here, right? No one knows the real value of sugar or chocolate,” Javier said, rubbing his hands together gleefully. ”But once I introduce them, this land will be worth a fortune!”

”Chocolate?” Liana asked, tilting her head again. ”What’s that?”

Javier’s eyes sparkled. ”You’ll see. Just wait! Once this place is up and running, everyone will know the magic of chocolate! And sugar—oh, the possibilities are endless!”

Liana sighed, though a small smile tugged at her lips. ”If you say so, young master. But first, let’s focus on clearing the land.”

Javier grinned as he raised his hand. ”Summon! Puppet Knight!”

In an instant, the ground began to rumble. One by one, armored figures emerged from the ether, forming rows upon rows of gleaming warriors. Their mithril armor shimmered in the sunlight. The sheer scale—thousands of knights standing at attention—was overwhelming.

Gloria gasped, her usual serene expression replaced with wide-eyed astonishment. ”Are these… real knights? Mithril armor? Mithril swords!?” Her gaze darted to Javier, her composure slipping as disbelief settled on her face.

Javier scratched the back of his head sheepishly. ”Hehe, impressive, right?”

”Young master!” Liana hissed, her voice sharp but low enough to avoid catching Gloria’s attention. She stepped closer, her eyes glaring at him.

Javier winced, realizing his mistake. ”Ah! Umm… forgot. Sorry, Liana,”

Liana pinched the bridge of her nose, taking a deep breath. ”How could you forget something this big?”

Meanwhile, Gloria was still staring at the puppet knights, her serene demeanor returning, but curiosity lingered in her voice. ”Young master… where did these knights come from?”

Javier chuckled nervously, quickly shifting gears. ”Ah, um, secret family technique! You know how the Armand family is full of surprises, right? Haha!”

Gloria raised an eyebrow but didn’t press further. ”I see...”

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”Alright, troops! Begin clearing the forest! Chop down the trees, remove the stumps, and clear the rocks!”

Liana crossed her arms, giving Javier a pointed look. ”We’ll talk about this later, just focus on your project, young master.”

”Right!” Javier turned back to the clearing land. ”This place is going to be amazing! Just you wait—you’ll both love it once the sugarcane and cocoa fields are thriving!”

Gloria watched silently, her gaze flicking between the knights and Javier.

Inside Gloria’s mind, thoughts churned as she observed the spectacle before her.

”So, Lord Garius truly knows his youngest son’s hidden talents. Yet he continues to act as if unaware, letting young master Javier play out his schemes freely. This must be why Lord Garius specifically ordered me to accompany him, along with Liana.”

Gloria gaze shifted to Javier, who was directing the puppet knights. ”He even predicted that the young master would dash toward the land on his Pekko, leaving everyone behind, ”

The memory of that morning resurfaced vividly. ”No wonder Lord Garius held the soldiers and maids back at the courtyard, despite them already being prepared to escort him. It wasn’t oversight—it was deliberate.”

She recalled Lord Garius’s parting words. ”Ensure to report every detail you see.”

And Gloria had simply bowed in acknowledgment, though her mind had been racing then as it was now.

Her thoughts flitted to the familiar faces that stood with Lord Garius earlier that morning. Mr. Alf, the personal butler—stoic, sharp, and a man of loyalty. He ranked highest among the estate’s workers and was one of Lord Garius’s oldest friends. Beside him, Errinette, the head of all maids and Alf’s wife, carried her usual air of authority and silent strength.

Then there was General Hesbeirn, the battle-hardened commander of the Armand army, exuding his usual quiet confidence. Finally, the imposing figure of Mr. Rasdingen, the estate’s blacksmith and barrack master—a giant dwarf whose sheer bulk and height defied expectations of his kin.

They were all smiling, the image still vivid. As if they all knew exactly how this day would unfold.

Her serene gaze returned to Javier. He doesn’t know how closely he’s being watched—or how proud Lord Garius is of him despite his strictness. But it’s not my place to interfere.

She adjusted her posture atop her horse, her thoughts settling into a calm resolve. I will observe, as instructed. And report everything back to Lord Garius.

And this boy… he’s more like his father than he realizes. Such cunning, such ambition. No wonder Lord Garius keeps a close eye on him while giving him enough freedom to grow.

Gloria’s thoughts deepened as she watched the puppet knights work with remarkable precision. Mithril armor, mithril weapons, and knights bound entirely to his will. This isn’t just talent; it’s genius. And yet, he hides it so well, save for Liana… and now me.

She glanced at Liana, who was subtly monitoring Javier’s every move. The elf maid’s expression shifted between fond exasperation and quiet pride. Liana is clearly devoted to him, though she’d never admit it outright. She knows more than she lets on, and she’ll do whatever it takes to protect him—even from himself.

Gloria’s serene mask didn’t falter as she considered her own role. I’ve been tasked with reporting every detail, but what I see is beyond impressive. This boy… no, this young master, has the potential to reshape the future of the Armand household.

Her thoughts concluded with one final realization. Lord Garius truly knows how to plan ahead. Letting the young master believe he’s a step ahead when, in reality, the lord is ten steps ahead. A father worthy of his reputation… and a son who might surpass even him.

With that, Gloria refocused on the present, maintaining her poised demeanor. ”Young master,” she said softly, her serene voice breaking the silence, ”it seems you have everything under control here.”

Javier turned to her, his mischievous grin lighting up his face. ”Of course! Did you expect anything less from me?”

Gloria chuckled lightly. The lord will be pleased.

”Liana!!!” Javier called, a wide grin spreading across his face.

”Yes, young master?” she replied, turning her attention to him.

”Let’s grill some meat for us and our Pekko here!” Javier said, his smile growing as he casually pulled out a pile of meat and a portable grill from his magic storage skills.

Gloria, who was still observing the puppet knights, looked over at them, intrigued. ”Grilling? Now? In the middle of all this?”

”Why not?” Javier shrugged playfully. ”We’ve got the perfect setup, and it’s a great way to celebrate! Plus, I’m sure our Pekko would appreciate a treat.”

”Seems reasonable enough,” Liana admitted, her eyes lighting up slightly at the thought.

”Gloria! Let’s eat together!” Javier urged, waving her over excitedly. ”Hehe, it’ll be fun!”

Gloria smiled, touched by his enthusiasm. ”Alright then, young master. Just don’t let it distract you from your plans.”

Javier waved her concerns aside. ”I promise, just a quick break! Let’s enjoy some delicious meat with our Pekko.”

As he set up the grill, the fragrant scent of meat filled the air, and the mood lightened. Liana helped him arrange the grill while Gloria, unable to resist, joined them, curious about how the young master could turn any moment into a celebration.

( End Of Chapter )