I Don’t Know the Original, I’m Too Busy Trying to Make a Living

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Penelope was stunned by the sudden request.

“Wait, why does a kind gesture suddenly feel like a curse?”

She had no intention of holding the lord’s position for any longer than absolutely necessary. Sure, there were still some projects she hadn’t tackled—laying down the railroad, constructing additional administrative offices, and developing tourism once the trains started running—but her ultimate goal was to retire young and enjoy a leisurely life.

“…My lady?”

“Ah, ahem. I’ll see you again soon, Professor Bake. Take care until then.”

“You as well, my lady.”

“Yes, well…”

I’ll just focus on staying mentally sane, Penelope muttered to herself, unable to voice her thoughts aloud.

After seeing Professor Bake off, she hesitated as soon as she stepped into the hallway.

Did I end the meeting too early?

The idea of returning to the drawing room made her feet feel as if they were glued to the floor.

Being surrounded by her family, enduring their relentless barrage of questions, and watching Ahwin bask in their approval—it was exhausting. The thought of it made her lower lip jut out in frustration.

If only Mother weren’t there, I’d grab him by the collar and shake him. That damned wizard is way too full of himself…

And to think he wasn’t even part of her family! Yet he got along with them so well, it was infuriating.

If only there were some official task she could use as an excuse to stay busy. Unfortunately, her retainers had granted her time off until the next day, leaving her with nothing to do.

I could always find something if I looked hard enough… but I’m not exactly eager to work that hard!

To be honest, the thought of work was daunting. She was sure that mountains of documents awaited her review after her absence, and she wasn’t keen on volunteering for the torment early.

Just like cramming all her diary entries into one sitting, Penelope preferred to procrastinate on her “homework” as long as possible.

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