My older sister is a villainous rich girl.

Are these people all ghosts or vampires? They all walk so silently, thankfully I haven't been doing anything strange.

"Excuse me, may I choose some books to take back to my room?" Wayne asked, pointing to the bookshelf.

"I think it should be possible. Miss has already agreed to let you borrow it," Hall replied respectfully, without showing any disdain for Wayne's young age or unclear origins.

Wayne said a little embarrassedly, "Well then, could Butler Hall help me choose two books on etiquette? I'd like to learn more about it."

Butler Hall naturally complied and selected two illustrated etiquette guides for him. The handwritten text on them was clearly a rare find.

A little later, another batch of brightly colored picture books was delivered to Wayne's room by a maid.

"...Logically speaking, Hall shouldn't have seen what book he was reading." Wayne could only secretly rejoice that he reacted quickly, otherwise he would have ruined his image.

While it's true in theory that one can gradually reveal some talent as they get older and then slowly show their true self, the problem is that he's not the only one with the original script, and Wayne doesn't want to expose his identity yet.

The female protagonist in an otome anime is a terrifying existence; he fears that if the plot changes, he will not have a good ending.

After all, the main character will be fine; the cannon fodder are just supporting characters. Moreover, he is currently in a very dangerous position. If some kind of corrective power comes along, it's not impossible that they might sacrifice him to ensure the smooth progress of the original plot.

Therefore, Wayne had secretly decided that he should not rashly provoke the strong will of the otome anime creators.

The safest way to survive is naturally to follow Chris's protagonist aura step by step through the plot, while you stay behind her, maneuvering and relying on her to develop your strength stealthily. When the time is right, you can then try to break away from the main storyline and usher in a free and wonderful life.

In short: survive, safety first.

After organizing his thoughts, he climbed back into bed satisfied and took a nap.

……

But the harsh reality hit him hard the very next day.

"What...is this?" Wayne murmured, holding a list in his hand.

"This is a special cultural studies supplementary arrangement for you, in addition to the swordsmanship and etiquette classes you are currently taking."

The maid I first saw yesterday stood respectfully with her hands at her sides and replied, "The new school year for elementary school will start soon. Compared to your classmates, you have fallen behind in many basic areas. In addition, you know almost nothing about aristocratic etiquette, so you will naturally need to spend more time in your spare time to master it."

Looking at the packed schedule on the list, Wayne felt a chill run down his spine.

"But... isn't that a bit too much..."

"This is essential for becoming a fine nobleman," the maid said. "Even Miss Chris is no exception."

Upon hearing this, Wayne recalled Chris's performance yesterday and couldn't help but chuckle.

"Oh, okay then." Since that's already been said, Wayne had no choice but to reluctantly accept the schedule.

"By the way, this...sister? When is Father returning?"

"Please just call me by my name, 'Karen,'" the maid said in a neutral tone. "Lord Elliott has gone to inspect the territory and is expected to return in about two weeks."

He only adopted his new son a few days ago and then went on a long trip without even considering how to get along with unfamiliar family members. Did he really adopt me out of pity?

Wayne shook his head to clear his mind of these useless thoughts.

You absolutely cannot do anything that might lead to strange side quests, not even think about it.

Before he even had breakfast, Wayne was dragged off to morning exercise by Chris, who was full of enthusiasm.

"Wayne, a good warrior must have a strong physique! Just standing on the sidelines listening to the teacher explain swordsmanship is far from enough. From now on, your daily morning training is essential. It is precisely because you lack exercise that you get sick so easily."

Chris wore a fitted vest today, without any of the usual elaborate accessories, looking neat and tidy.

Wayne looked at the wooden sword in his hand and was utterly speechless.

Miss, do you still remember that I was supposed to be a magical genius?

However, his body was indeed very thin and his skin was very pale. If he stretched out his arm to block the sun, he could even see his veins through the light.

In the animation, this was just a few lines of setting, but in reality, Wayne found himself to be practically albinism, the kind of person who didn't need makeup to disguise himself as a ghost.

Fortunately, his hair was still black and his face was still handsome, so he reluctantly accepted his new image.

Since there are beautiful girls to accompany me, it wouldn't be bad to train a little.

Then the two children took wooden swords and poked at each other.

"Hey!"

"ha!"

"roar!"

"babble!"

"Watch this, Thomas Spinning Sword Technique!"

"Sister Chris," Wayne said, his face full of admiration and longing as he held a small wooden sword. "What kind of powerful secret technique is the Thomas Spin? Can you teach me?"

"Uh... it's the family secret technique of a Kamen Rider who happened to be passing by and didn't want to reveal his name, so I can't just teach it to you without his permission. I'm sorry, Wayne," Chris said regretfully, without even blushing.

The little boy looked disappointed upon hearing this.

"I wish I could meet that Kamen Rider too."

In the attic, Mrs. Ashville watched this scene quietly, without moving for a long time.

"Madam, Young Master Wayne and Miss Chris are very close," Karen said in a low voice. "I personally believe that, with proper upbringing, Young Master Wayne could also become Miss Chris's right-hand man."

Even when offering humble advice, she maintained an upright posture.

Ashville asked casually, "Do you really think Chris will be without a right-hand woman in the future?"

Karen fell silent.

Indeed, even if Miss Chris does nothing, the line of people willing to become her right-hand women could stretch from the capital all the way to the endless sea at the edge of the continent.

"but."

Ashville said in a low voice, "I will try my best to accept him, because it is Elliott's wish..."

……

Wayne was covered in sweat.

He was a year younger than Chris, and since girls develop earlier, Chris was a full head taller than him at this time, giving her a huge advantage in physical strength.

"Wayne, you need to grow up quickly."

Chris said with a smile after her victory.

Wayne puffed out his cheeks in frustration.

Chris's words reminded him of a game he loved playing as a child, in which the protagonist would brush his beloved pony every day, pat its rump, and say, "You have to grow up quickly."

Damn it, what do you take me for!

Chris was completely unaware of Wayne's deep resentment; in fact, she was in a very good mood today.

"Finally, finally school is about to start..."

After transmigrating, Chris experienced an exceptionally long summer vacation, feeling like her head was about to sprout mushrooms.

According to the original storyline, the villainous heiress Chris will receive her education at the affiliated elementary school of Qingxi Academy, which is known as the number one magic academy in the capital, and then naturally go on to the middle school and the main campus.

The story truly unfolds after the protagonist turns 15 and enters the main campus of Seiki Academy because of his magical powers. Everything he experiences now is merely a prelude in the original work.

...This setup is a bit too long.

However, being able to engage in fun group activities is certainly a welcome change from the daily torment of being a tutor.

So, Chris was looking forward to it.