Finally, I can feel the welcoming breeze of this miraculous city, Dawn Mirage! My name is Melisa and I am 17 years old. My parents went abroad to Dusk Headlands for some long business and left me at home back in Sulis Town. However, they suggested me to check out Dawn Mirage and apply in one of the top elite schools. Of course, they paid the school fees and I entered Mirage High School smoothly.
One thing that had been bugging me out lately is my new home. I suffered the long distance travel from home in Sulis Town to school for a week, until I decided to find a new home in Dawn Mirage. I checked out different places in the city but almost all rent houses are full, and some are still under maintenance. A friend of mine told me to check out 'Rose Garden', a mansion located at the east side of the hills. The name itself sounds wonderful, but a mansion? I do not think the rent will be as cheap as I imagine. Still, I do not have a choice since it is the only place left for rent houses.
An hour had passed and I finally arrived at the front gate. I can see the huge mansion not far from here. The garden is very beautiful as there are various kinds of flowers everywhere. Is this place really a rent house…?
''What are you doing over there, little lamb? Are you lost? This is the Rose Garden."
Ah, what should I do? A guy noticed me and now he is welcoming me to this place.
''A-ah, hello…I am looking for a place to stay…a-and the rent houses in the city are already full. M-my friend suggested me to check this place. I'm sorry if I disturb you. I will take my leave now…''
This is so embarrassing…
''Wait little lamb. If you really have no place left to stay, then why are you leaving? You can stay here for free. We are very pleased to have you. Come, I will show you the route to the mansion. Besides, it's getting late already. You need a place to stay for the night.''
The guy opens the front gate and escorts me to the mansion. I do not know if this is a miracle, but I guess I am lucky to find a place to stay. A fancy place it is, but for free…? I do not think I deserve this luxury…
''Hey, I cannot stay here for free, right? I mean, I might be a burden for you and other people living inside…''
''Little lamb, may I know your name?''
''Melisa…''
''Melisa, you'll soon find out about it. Basically, we don't need your money. We need something else from you.''
''Something else, you say? What do I need to do…?''
We arrive at the front door. Ah, the mansion is so large and beautiful. I wonder if it is really alright for me to stay here.
''Wait here for a while. I will let the people inside know about your arrival. There are four people living in this mansion including me. We will welcome you soon, so be prepared.''
''Eh, you don't have to do that! I don't want to be a burden…''
The guy takes my left hand and pulls me towards him.
''Melisa, for a man who suffered enough just by seeing a lost little lamb like you, his heart is pierced with guilt and sorrow, thus making him realize his responsibilities. You are in my care, and the chances of running away are none. A lovely woman like you will stay here for as long as you want, do you understand?''
I really hate when this happens…I cannot help but to give him red blushes after he said those sweet words. This guy is very nice and kind. His words made my thumping heart beats faster.
''O-okay…I will wait here…''
It took him five minutes to finally let me in after he assembled the residents at the main hall. As I went inside, I could see three figures standing right in front of the main stairs.
My jaw drops right after they face towards me. All three of them are males! Without hesitation, I decide to introduce myself to relieve this sudden frustration.
''H-hello, I am Melisa, the newcomer. I am sorry for the sudden disturbance. I will make sure not to burden all of you…T-thank you for welcoming me…''
One of the guys walks towards me and takes my right hand.
''Today, we are blessed to meet such a young woman like you. My name is Flan, 19 years old and lives in room one. I hope we can get along, Melisa.''
Ah, my left hand is being kissed by another guy.
''It truly amazes me that you wish to live in this place. I am Ivan, the cook. My cuisines and dishes will be absolutely majestic now that you're here, Melisa. I am very pleased to meet you.''
My body feels a brief sensation as my shoulders are being held by the third guy.
''You will never be a burden to us, Melisa. I am Samael, the owner of Rose Garden. I welcome you to stay here for as long as you want. Don't worry, we will guarantee your safety. A lovely woman like you must not stay in the city.''
The guy who escorted me smiles widely. He takes me away from the other guys. It seems like my embarrassment is already at its limit…
''You will live in room two upstairs. For now, let us carry your luggage and belongings. Welcome to Rose Garden, Melisa. I am Rein, the gardener. I live in room three, next to your room. Let us forge a bond from now on, okay?''
Watching all four of them carrying my luggage and belongings makes me realize that I am living in a mansion with four wonderful guys!
I am still flustered by their warm gestures and welcoming words. Will I be okay living in here? Am I guaranteed to be safe? I am not sure yet, therefore I should be careful from now on.
Ah, my cheeks are still red…
Can I really survive in this mansion?
End of Chapter 1