I really wonder about the things that I managed to grasp in the dream I just had.
I immersed myself in "my" memories and learned about this world.
Even then, the information I have is still incomplete. I still don't know what is in the center and in the north of the continent.
Besides, I don't know much about this country, except for some information about the top five cities, including the capital.
'There's still a lot I don't know about Aegis ... ' (Mary?)
According to "my" memories, I was raised by my mother Ellen since I was younger, so my language skills and my knowledge of this world are greater than those of other children my age.
She showed me how amazing reading books can be. Plus, she's now teaching "me" about etiquette from time to time.
'Yay! I achieved my main goal! I have last night's dream to thank for that!' (Mary?)
It probably helped me understand more about the language of this country through a quick recall of "my" memories.
I smiled happily and rolled slightly from one side of the bed to the other, feeling my soft hair touch my face from time to time.
'Really, a weight was lifted from my shoulder!' (Mary?)
Now I could leave this body, but sadly I am a greedy soul.
I wasn't happy enough yet, as I am so looking forward to acquiring her Quick Thinking ability. Also, the level of my language skill is very low at the moment.
Not even advanced words, I probably won't be able to understand many commonly used phrases.
'That would suck.' (Mary?)
Putting that aside, I slowly got up from my bed and walked over to a nearby mirror only to see a pretty girl with long, disheveled hair.
'Cute ... ' (Mary?)
Yeah, that's the current me. My heart started beating a little faster ...
'Crap! "I" am not a narcissist!' (Mary?)
As I tried to calm my rapidly beating heart, a kind-looking maid appeared at the door. She bowed slightly with her eyes closed and said.
"Young lady, it is time for your morning bath." (Gentle maid)
Her words brought me to my senses and I started acting like Mary again. My heart slowly calmed down and my manners became impeccable.
"Yes." (Mary?)
I replied with a serene face as I looked at "my" maid.
She is a kind woman. I went to bed early last night without a shower, so she probably let me sleep when she saw my tired face.
'She would make a very good wife ... Whoops, I'm Mary. I'm a lady! I don't like girls!' (Mary?)
It is not uncommon for the nobles and the rich to hire maids, butlers, and bodyguards in this world.
In particular, noblewomen tend to hire servants with a sense of dress and the ability to make them look beautiful.
'Being a noble is nice ... ' (Mary?)
With the help of the maid, I undressed and got into the bathtub full of hot water.
' ... ' (Mary?)
I managed to keep a nonchalant expression on my face when I saw "my" naked body in the bathroom mirror as the gentle maid (who was also naked) slowly washed me from head to toe thanks to the use of my assimilation ability to the fullest ... Although my cheeks turned red like tomatoes.
This is certainly one of the "benefits" of Assimilation.
I can't be ashamed to see my "own" body or get aroused when another woman touches me. It is a terrifying ability.
"I" am really Mary White.
Good thing I am not interested in little girls like some of my friends did in my past life.
'I hope I don't find anyone like them here while looking like this ... ' (Mary?)
If I do, I would die of shame and disgust.
After the bath, the maid helped me dress and began to comb my hair, holding it in place using simple white hair clips.
A few final touches later, I looked at myself in the mirror and thought "I" looked much prettier than before.
Before, I wore a cute but simple pale blue one-piece dress and white knee-high socks, but now it was a beautiful, elegant pink frilly long-sleeved dress and white thigh-high socks.
'I want to admire "my" cuteness a little longer, but that would be bad for my heart ... ' (Mary?)
The maid escorted me to the kitchen and the middle-aged butler, who also works as a cook, had already prepared a delicious breakfast.
It consisted of a perfectly seasoned brown-colored boar steak that came from a beast called Iron Horned Boar, which was basically a brown boar with hard, shiny horns.
In addition, it was accompanied by a simple but colorful salad based on tomato slices and lettuce, as well as a creamy mashed potato.
I ate properly as I "always" do, careful not to ruin my manners and embarrass myself.
"My" Etiquette skill was doing its job. Compared to the way I ate in my past life, I used the fork and knife much more skillfully now.
Becoming someone else is a really interesting experience.
After I finished eating breakfast, I went to the living room and looked around the corner where "Usagi" used to be.
For a moment, I felt complex and sad emotions and wanted to cry.
Is this happening because of "my" memories? I staggered for a moment and slowly wiped away the little tears that wanted to fall from my eyes.
As I was about to sit on a nearby couch, the butler called out to me.
"Young lady, your new bodyguards have come to introduce themselves. I heard from my lord that they are quite strong people. Remember to be courteous at all times." (Plain looking butler)
"I know, but thank you for reminding me." (Mary?)
'The new bodyguards, huh? I wonder how strong they are. "I" remember that my last bodyguards were on the same level as the village guards. In other words, they were weak.' (Mary?)
Also, "my" gentle maid probably saw this coming and made me wear a more dignified outfit than yesterday for this reason.
'Maids are great ... ' (Mary?)
Shortly after, two people entered from the main entrance.
The first one was a scruffy man with black hair, amber eyes, and an unkempt beard.
His appearance was average and did not stand out, while his footsteps were almost silent.
Also, I felt strong pressure coming from him. He is definitely strong, however, I don't know how much.
I tried using Appraisal on it, but as expected it is still too weak.
≪??? (Male Human, 29 years old) ≫
Behind him was a beautiful young blonde with emerald eyes. Unlike her fellow bodyguard, her appearance was truly beautiful.
I could sense that she was as strong as the scruffy man, but I could also feel a "holy" aura coming out of her.
Why? I do not know. Although she does look gentle. I also tried to appraise her.
≪??? (Female Human, 18 years old) ≫
Once they were in front of me, the man introduced himself first while bowing with an indifferent expression.
"Are the daughter of Viscount Richard White? My name is Teo. I will temporarily serve you as a bodyguard. It's good to meet you." (Teo)
That's right, as I said before, "my" father is a viscount. This world, Aegis, uses the same noble titles that we once used on Earth.
"My" father is the administrator and judge who governs this county. He received his title before "I" was born.
White County is made up of three villages and a small town called White Town where "I" and my family reside.
In addition, this county is located in the southeastern region of the kingdom, very close to the border that connects with the Lionheart Kingdom.
Once Teo finished his presentation, I looked at his appearance.
He wore simple-looking black cloth armor and a loose black hooded coat that didn't make him look any less scruffy.
I couldn't see any weapons on him, but they were probably hidden inside his coat.
'He looks like an assassin or a ninja ... ' (Mary?)
Now it was the young woman's turn. She did not bow, although she put her hand to her heart and showed a serious expression.
"Like him, I will be by your side from now on, my lady. My name is Olivia." (Olivia)
Olivia wore light iron armor over a knee-length short-sleeved white and blue dress with white stockings.
Her hands and feet were also covered with light brown leather gauntlets and black leather boots respectively.
Like Teo, her outfit looked simple, but this only helped accentuate her beauty.
She had a long sword sheathed at her waist and a round wooden shield on her back.
'From the "holy" feeling I got from her plus her equipment, she could be a Holy Knight.' (Mary?)
When they finished their introductions, I slightly smiled and nodded before introducing myself.
"I am. My name is Mary White. I will be in your care from now on." (Mary?)
The time before leaving was near. If I want to enjoy this fantasy world properly, there is only one way to do it!
Go on an adventure and explore every corner of the continent!
Being able to speak the language of this realm is only the first step of my great ambition.
'Haha, let's go back to the present.' (Mary?)
I shouldn't be excited yet. There are still things I must do before I can travel to my heart's content.
When we finished the introductions, we had a little chat after the butler brought chairs from the kitchen for them to sit.
After all, it is normal for the nobles, that is, me, to sit in the best seat available. In this case, it is the largest sofa in the living room.
Unless the guests are of the same social status, there will be differences in the treatment they receive based on the personality of the noble and the trust they have between them.
After sitting down, Teo and Olivia said that they had just arrived here yesterday and are friends with "my" parents.
Furthermore, they are both C-rank adventurers and they came from the capital in a carriage. I asked them a question that I had just thought about.
"Will you continue traveling? Do you have a destination in mind?" (Mary?)
They were a bit surprised at my straightforward question and Teo responded with a playful smile.
"You are curious, huh? That is secret information, young lady. I am afraid I can't tell you." (Teo)
I giggled and asked with a smile.
"I see ... Then, may I ask about your main classes?" (Mary?)
Under normal conditions, people do not reveal their classes to others if there is no trust between them, as they are both a strength and a weakness, but I must be aware of the specialties of my bodyguards.
Teo laughed while Olivia smiled at me.
"You don't hold back your words, do you? Young lady! I like people like you!" (Teo)
I acted a bit embarrassed but paid attention to his next words.
"I'm an Assassin! I'll protect you from the shadows! Amazing, right?" (Teo)
Teo put one of his feet on the ground, the other one above his chair, and raised his right fist while looking at me with a smug smile on his face.
The butler's face was pale and he almost made a fuss over Teo's actions, but he saw the smile on my face and he calmed down.
Giggle! "Yes. It is amazing." (Mary?)
It's nice to hear it coming from him, but I'd already guessed it ... Also, I'm more interested in his fellow bodyguard.
I was about to ask Olivia about her main class when "my" mother, Ellen, suddenly walked through the door while panting.
"Huh? Mother?" (Mary?)
I had a bad feeling about this ...