Reborn As Noble

Javier lounged comfortably in his room, a mischievous grin stretching from ear to ear.

"Ehehehe... My future wife is cooking just for me! Hmmm, I can't wait," he said, rubbing his hands together in anticipation.

Through the large window, Buddy's curious head peeked in, bright eyes focused on Javier. The massive Pekko squawked happily, its tail feathers rustling with excitement. Next to him, Pikko leaned against the frame, craning her neck to see.

"You two are just as eager as I am, huh?" Javier chuckled, standing to pat Buddy on the beak. "Don't worry, I'll share some if Liana doesn't give me the look first."

Buddy squawked loudly in approval, while Pikko chirped softly, her demeanor as elegant as her owner's.

The door creaked open, and Liana entered, balancing a large, beautifully arranged platter of grilled wyvern meat. The heavenly aroma filled the entire manor.

"Lunch is served, young master," Liana announced, her calm tone betraying a hint of satisfaction.

Javier's eyes lit up like a child's on his birthday. "Ohhh! That looks amazing! You've outdone yourself, Liana!"

She placed the platter on the table, giving a small sigh. "It's just grilled wyvern meat, young master. Nothing extraordinary."

"Nothing extraordinary?" Javier exclaimed dramatically, grabbing a fork. "This is legendary-tier cooking! You should open a restaurant once you marry me!"

Liana raised an eyebrow, hand on her hip. "You mean I should manage a restaurant and deal with your antics every day? How generous of you."

Javier laughed, taking his first bite. His eyes widened as the flavors exploded. "This... this is awesome! Liana, you're not just a maid—you're a goddess of the kitchen!"

Outside, Buddy squawked loudly, demanding a share, while Pikko chirped politely.

Liana shook her head with a soft smile. "Fine. I'll prepare something for them too. But only because Pikko has better manners than you, young master."

Javier grinned, raising his fork in mock protest. "Hey, Buddy has great manners! He just gets excited when good food's involved—just like me."

Liana sighed, leaving the room. "One troublesome master, and now his bird is following suit. What's next, a Pekko feast?"

Javier leaned back in his chair, savoring another bite while watching Buddy and Pikko's beaks pressed against the window. "Life's good, Buddy. Life's really good."

Javier tore off a piece of the juicy wyvern meat, grinning as he leaned out the window.

"Buddy!! Here, some for you!"

Buddy let out an excited squawk, snapping up the offering with precision. His tail feathers wagged like a happy puppy—a hilarious sight for such a large bird.

Javier laughed, patting Buddy's beak. "Eheheh! You're welcome, big guy. Enjoy it!"

Just as he turned back to his plate, Pikko nudged her head through the window, eyes fixed on the platter.

Not wanting Pikko to feel left out, Javier said, "Alright, Pikko, here's your share too!"

Pikko chirped happily, delicately taking the treat with her beak, her bright eyes sparkling as she savored it.

Javier grinned. "See? Fair and square! Now don't bother me—I've got this feast all to myself!"

But as he turned back, both birds leaned closer, eyes locked on the platter.

"Hey!! Pikko! This is my lunch, prepared by my beautiful elf wife! Back off!" he protested, shielding his plate dramatically.

Undeterred, Pikko chirped softly but insistently, her gaze unwavering.

"No! Nooo!!! Eeeekkk!!! Lianaaaa!!!" Javier wailed as Pikko's beak moved closer, her intentions clear.

Liana walked in just in time to witness the chaos, amusement mixed with exasperation on her face. She crossed her arms and raised an eyebrow. "What's going on here?"

Javier pointed at Pikko, who had managed to swipe a small piece of meat with surprising stealth. "She's stealing my food! Help me!"

Liana sighed, shaking her head. "Young master, you started sharing. Now you're surprised they want more?"

Buddy squawked in agreement, clearly backing up Pikko's side.

Javier pouted, clutching his plate protectively. "But this was made for me! It's special!"

Liana chuckled softly, moving to the window and giving both Pekkos a stern look. "Buddy, Pikko, behave. I'll make something for you two separately if you stop pestering the young master."

Both birds squawked in compliance, retreating slightly but still watching Javier's plate longingly.

Javier sighed in relief, slumping into his chair. "Thanks, Liana. You're my savior."

Liana smirked, adjusting her apron. "You'd better eat quickly before they change their minds, young master."

Javier grinned, picking up his fork. "Eheheh, good point! Time to enjoy my future wife cooking!" Find more chapters on My Virtual Library Empire

Once Liana left the room, Pikko and Buddy immediately started squawking loudly, their cries filling the air like a demanding orchestra.

Javier groaned, shoulders slumping. "Guhhhh... you two gluttony-filled oversized birds... Can't you let me enjoy my meal in peace?"

But their relentless stares, with Buddy tapping on the window and Pikko tilting her head cutely, finally broke his resolve.

"Fine, fine! Stop squawking already!" Javier grumbled, cutting two generous slices of meat. He held them out, one in each hand, and the birds happily snapped them up.

"Eheheh," Javier chuckled, watching them devour the treats. Leaning back with crossed arms, he added, "She's a good cook, right? This tastes delicious."

Buddy squawked in agreement, and Pikko chirped approvingly, her silver feathers shimmering in the light.

Javier smirked, popping another piece of meat into his mouth. "I've got the best wife and the best cooks around. Life's pretty good, huh?"

"Hehehehe… can't wait till I grow up," he mused, leaning back with a wide grin, eyes gleaming with mischief. "First thing I'm going to do is propose to her. And if she refuses…" His grin turned wicked. "I'll force her to sign the marriage papers! emeheheh!"

Buddy and Pikko squawked enthusiastically, stomping their sturdy feet as if in agreement.

Javier laughed, pointing at the two birds. "See? Even you guys understand the brilliance of my plan! You're on my side, right?"

Buddy squawked louder, tapping his beak on the table, while Pikko tilted her head, giving an approving nod.

"Ehehehe…" Javier chuckled, leaning closer to the birds. "We'll make a great team, my loyal feathered conspirators. Together, we'll convince her no matter what!"

Javier dug into the juicy wyvern meat with exaggerated delight, his face lighting up as he chewed. "Mmmm... deliciousss... this wyvern meat... yumm..." he said, dramatically holding a piece up before taking another big bite.

Liana, back inside after feeding the Pekko, watched him with her usual composure, though her brow twitched slightly as Javier leaned closer, waving another piece of meat like a trophy.

"Oh! This is soooo good!" he exclaimed loudly, taking an even bigger bite to ensure Liana had a perfect view. "Liana, you really outdid yourself! This tastes amazing!"

Her hands froze mid-movement as she organized the table. The corner of her lips twitched, and she shot him a sharp look. "Young master..."

But Javier, sensing her annoyance, grinned wider. He held another piece closer to her face. "You sure you don't want a bite? It's the best thing I've ever tasted!"

Liana closed her eyes for a moment, taking a deep breath. When she opened them, the faint glint of annoyance was unmistakable. "Young master, if you keep pestering me..."

"Liana, just eat with me," Javier insisted, waving a perfectly grilled piece of wyvern meat. "We're in my room, not the main dining area. Relax for once!"

After a moment of hesitation, Liana finally gave in, sitting gracefully beside him on the couch. Her composure was impeccable, but Javier's mischievous grin hinted at his intentions.

"Fine..." she sighed softly, adjusting her posture.

As soon as she agreed, Javier wasted no time, holding a juicy piece of meat in front of her face. "Say aaaaaa!" he teased with a playful smirk.

Liana narrowed her eyes. "Young master, I can eat by myself," she replied, reaching for the fork.

Javier quickly pulled the meat back, grinning. "Nope! I'm feeding you."

Liana gave him a long, exasperated look before reluctantly opening her mouth. "Haa..." she said, leaning forward as Javier gently fed her the piece.

She chewed slowly, their eyes briefly meeting. "It's… good," she admitted quietly.

Javier leaned closer with another piece. "Right? You made it, after all. Here, have another!"

Liana raised a hand. "Young master, really, I can—"

"Nope!" he cut her off, his playful tone leaving no room for argument. "Feeding my beautiful elf maid is serious business!"

Liana's cheeks flushed, but she said nothing, allowing him to continue. Deep down, she couldn't suppress the small smile tugging at her lips as she indulged his antics.

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