Chapter 10 Next Goal
"One, two! Three, four! Five, six! Seven, eight!"
Counting the numbers like a cheer, I was currently working out in the Granbell Family's garden.
I was pushing myself with push-ups, sit-ups, squats, and even running and dashing.
It's super tiring, and it's not exactly cute behavior, but...
to maintain the cuteness I usually show in front of others, daily self-improvement is essential.
Muscles are important for everyone, not just guys.
For women, having healthy skin, maintaining body shape, and even breast enhancement all depend on muscles.
That's right, even wise people say it.
Muscles solve everything!!
Well, my squishy little body doesn't have any muscles at the moment, though!!
"Oh, Yumie. What are you doing here?"
"Oh, Elder Brother!"
While I was doing all this, I got caught by my Elder Brother.
Not that I was trying to hide it, but there's something embarrassing about being seen while putting in effort.
So, when I tried to explain myself, my words ended up sounding like excuses.
"Um, well, I'm a daughter of Granbell, right? So, I thought I should get a bit stronger, and that's why..."
"You don't have to be strong just because you're from Granbell, you know? You're a girl... You don't have to push yourself by pulling out my old stuff."
Seeing my Elder Brother's gaze fall on my outfit made me involuntarily let out an "Ah."
Yeah, I'm wearing workout clothes to make it easier to exercise, but... actually, these are the ones Elder Brother used when he was little.
I had Lisa prepare them specially since I didn't have anything else, but it feels a bit guilty when the original owner sees me in them.
"I'm not pushing myself too hard, so it's fine! It's just that when I wear Elder Brother's clothes, I feel like I can get strong like you..."
Wait, what kind of excuse am I making!?
No matter how you think about it, Elder Brother's "Don't push yourself" is about exercise, not about my clothes!!
See? Even Elder Brother looks confused!!
"...I see. Then I need to do my best too. I want to be a strong brother for Yumie."
"Whoa... Elder Brother, I'm really sweaty right now, so if you touch me, you'll get dirty, okay?"
As Elder Brother suddenly started to pat my head, I couldn't help but say that.
But Elder Brother just laughed it off like, "Oh, is that all?"
"I don't mind at all. It's proof that Yumie is working hard, right? I think Yumie looks cute just the way she is now."
"Ugh, umm..."
I'm happy that Elder Brother is getting closer to me, but isn't he starting to act a bit like a flirt as the days go by?
Well, I get it.
With my workout clothes that are different from usual and my hair tied back in a ponytail for easier movement, I do look cute.
Even before going outside, when I checked my appearance in the mirror, I thought, "I'm cute today too!" Plus, I can't deny that there's a different charm to a girl who just finished exercising and is all sweaty.
But still, I can't help but feel embarrassed about being a girl like this.
I wonder what this feeling is.
Ah, I just want to take a bath right now!!
"Um, more importantly, why did you come here, Elder Brother?"
To distract myself from those thoughts, I asked Elder Brother.
As Elder Brother wondered, we are in a pretty secluded part of the Granbell Family's garden.
It's not a place where people come without a reason, which is why I chose it to hide and work out.
So, Elder Brother must have come here for a reason.
My guess was right.
Elder Brother clapped his hands and got to the point.
"Mother has been looking for you. She wants to talk."
"Mother? What about?"
"Since Yumie's manners are fine, we were talking about letting her debut in society soon. So, I think she probably wants to discuss that?"
"......!!"
At this unexpected news, my eyes sparkled with excitement.
A debut in society.
In other words, the day has finally come for me to step outside this house.
Moreover, if it's a party, fancy dresses and accessories are almost a must.
Considering the Granbell Family's wealth and status, it will definitely be custom-made──this is a once-in-a-lifetime chance for me to coordinate myself however I like!!
"Hehe, hehehe...!"
I've been working hard to win over my family, but the social debut will be the grand finale.
That's because, in social settings, there's a lot of buzz to be had.
A "cute girl" is something everyone wants to brag about.
And when people brag, they tend to embellish the story, making it sound even better than it is.
Without even realizing it, the person telling the story ends up believing their own exaggerated version of the truth.
In short, if 'I can create an atmosphere where I can naturally brag about myself in social situations, my standing within the family will surely soar!'
"Elder Brother, do you know when that will be?"
"I didn't hear it clearly, but I think they said in three months? They're having a party at the Granbell Family to showcase Yumie."
Oh, really? And it's at our home ground? That means I can prepare a lot of things, this is perfect!
"I can't just sit here; I need to head out right away! Oh, Elder Brother!"
"Huh? What is it?"
"I want your help with my social debut, if that's okay?"
It's definitely a place to show my cuteness to my family and the noble society, but if I could handle everything on my own, it wouldn't be such a struggle.
I took his hand and asked him to help me look as cute as possible, and Elder Brother quickly agreed.
"Leave it to me! I'll do anything for Yumie. What do you need me to do?"
"Well, I'll explain the details later, but to put it simply..."
I smiled widely at Elder Brother, who was confidently thumping his chest, and I said what I needed.
"Please help me with my magic training!"
"Sure! ...Wait, huh? Why magic?"
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