The conversation with Ammy's mother went smoothly after my request. Although she was initially reluctant to accept, I managed to convince her that she could handle the job. From what I could tell in the short time I spent with her, Rose seems to be a dedicated and intelligent woman.
After the conversation with Rose, I returned to my territory with Hana. The trip back was quite smooth, and in a few hours, my territory was already in sight. The long tree landscape of yesteryear was no longer in sight, but this does not mean that this landscape has ceased to exist.
Instead of before, there were trees everywhere. Now the trees are carefully positioned to create a beautiful tree-lined path toward my territory. The leaves from the trees falling to the ground gave the atmosphere a cool and relaxing air. As soon as the carriage stopped, the door was opened by the coachman, and soon Hana and I got out.
My mansion was just ahead, so we started walking toward the door. Halfway there, the door was opened, and a beautiful little girl with brown hair ran toward me with a smile on her face.
"Brother"
Said the girl, hugging me soon after. She had a big smile on her face as she looked at me.
"I'm back, Anna"
I said while stroking Anna's head. After that, we all entered the mansion while the coachman was bringing some boxes containing gifts that I bought in the capital of Solaris. As soon as she saw the boxes, Anna's eyes sparkled with joy. She hardly seemed to be able to contain herself to open the boxes.
"What's all this, Ren?"
Asked my mother as soon as she entered the room. Next to her was my father, who was also looking at the boxes with curiosity. Now that everyone was gathered, I just needed to distribute the gifts.
"I bought some clothes for everyone. Now that we are nobles, I thought we would need more sophisticated clothes"
I said with a soft smile on my face. Although these dresses and suits were relatively expensive, they didn't weigh that much on my wallet. I mean, what I spent today on clothes I could probably put together again in a week's time. With that in mind, I started handing out the gifts.
My family was quite happy when they saw the clothes I bought for them. Anna was delighted with all the new dresses she got. She even told me they looked like princess dresses. Seeing the happy smiles on my family's faces, I turned to Hana.
"Hana, can you send someone to get Brad for me? I want to talk to him about the progress of what I asked earlier. I will be in my office"
I said while looking at Hana. Hearing my words, Hana nodded and slowly left the room. Hearing this, my mother turned her gaze to me.
"Is something wrong, son?"
My mother asked, my father seemed to have the same doubt as my mother, while my sister could only see the dresses that were in front of her.
"No, it's no big deal, it's just that I am planning a new business, and it requires the help of several people, like Brad, and the one who is closer to the residents than I am. He acts as a spokesman"
I said as I looked at my father and mother. Both were initially surprised but soon somehow seemed to accept the situation. It seems that for my parents, my random ideas have become a routine.
"If you say so"
Mine said as she looked at her dresses again.
"I trust you too, son, but still, if you need our help, there is no harm in asking us. We will support you the best way we can"
Said my father, looking at me.
"And like your father said"
Said my mom with a soft smile on her face. Both of them were truly the best parents anyone could ask for. I am extremely grateful to be a child of both of them.
"Mom, Dad, thank you, and it's comforting to know that"
I said with a smile on my face. After that, I headed to my office, leaving my dad, mom, and sister behind. All three were looking at their new clothes with excitement, so I didn't want to spoil that moment. While reviewing some documents, two knocks resounded in the place. As soon as I gave permission, Hana opened the door and entered, being followed by Brad, who came right behind her.
At first glance, Brad seemed a little uneasy, but I could understand to some extent what he was feeling. It must be the feeling of having a rich friend, and suddenly he invites you to his mansion.
"Ren-sama, I brought him"
Said Hana. Hearing his words, I nodded.
"Thank you, Hana. Can you bring us some coffee, please?"
I asked as I looked at Hana. Hearing my words, Hana nodded.
"As you wish"
Saying this, Hana left the office, leaving only Brad and me in place. Brad looked at me uneasily, looking like he didn't know what to do.
"First of all, you can sit wherever you feel most comfortable. Besides, there's no need to be so nervous. I just wanted a report on what I had asked you to do earlier"
As soon as I said that, Brad seemed to be more relieved and soon began to speak.
"If that's what it's about, then it's going according to plan, Ren-sama... but I must say this is the first time I've heard it's possible to turn wood into paper"
Said Brad, looking genuinely impressed. I must say I know why he thinks so. The paper in this world is made from the skin of animals, giving the paper a yellowish color. Besides, the writing is not very smooth, like the paper in my old world.