"Father, mother, can I become an adventurer?"
His sudden request shocked his entire family.
"Kazien, do you realize what you're asking for? That job is extremely dangerous for you!"
"I know, Dad. But I'm going to become an adventurer after reading all the books in the library! I'll be fine."
Seeing that Kazien was determined with his choice, his family allowed him to become an adventurer.
"Make sure you run away immediately if you are in danger!"
"Okay, Dad! Thank you!"
Kazien smiled widely at them and made his four older brothers really want to pinch his cheeks. Realizing that he would be the victim of his brother's affectionate pinch, he chose to run away from the dining room.
"Kazien, wait! Where are you going?"
"I don't want to be pinched by you guys! Your actions will make my cheeks sag!" he shouted as he ran.
Duchess Larina could only shake her head at the antics of her five children.
However, Kazien returned to the dining room, leaving them confused.
"Father, mother and all my brothers and sisters, I want to make sure of something first!"
"What do you want to confirm, Kazien?" asked Duchess Larina.
"I'm not the heir to the Duke title, am I?"
"Yes, that's right! William will be my successor!" Duke Elgard replied.
"That means, I can freely determine my own path in life, right?"
"Of course, you should do that! What's wrong? Just tell us everything!"
"One day, I want to marry the person I want to be my life partner!"
"Isn't that your duty?"
"But I only want to marry a cute guy as my wife!"
Puffftttt!!! Selena even spat out the water she was drinking from her mouth.
"Sis Selena, you're dirty!" William complained.
"Kazien, I don't mind if you become an adventurer. But why do you want a man as your wife?"
"Because men are cute. And women are beautiful. I'm thinking about my own feelings, but I'm firm in my choice!"
When Duke Elgard wanted to get angry, Duchess Larina calmed him down.
"Honey, just let him choose what makes him happy! As parents, it's enough for us to see our children happy, right?"
"But Larina! He wants to marry a man, and that's never happened before! I don't know what's going through his mind!"
Kazien approached his father and prostrated himself at his feet. He begged his father.
"Father, please let me find my own happiness."
Prostrating himself was something that none of his children had ever done. Duke Elgard, Duchess Larina and all his siblings were shocked to see his sincerity.
"Father, if you don't allow me, I don't mind if you kill me here."
Duke Elgard was increasingly speechless. He loved his children dearly, including Kazien.
He's going to this lengths for his own happiness? Kazien may not be an heir. But should I approve of his wishes?
"Honey, just let him be. I can't bear to see him kneeling like that just for his own happiness."
His wife's words further depressed Duke Elgard.
I also can't bear to see him prostrate himself at my feet like this!
Duke Elgard sighed.
"Very well, I will bless your choice. Stand up and never bow down like that again, Kazien!"
He, who felt happy, immediately hugged his father tightly. "Dad, thank you! I love you!"
He also hugged his mother tightly. "Mom, thank you! I love you too!"
His four siblings could only stare in disbelief that their parents had complied with Kazien's wishes.
"Kazien, aren't you interested in women?" William asked to confirm.
"I'm not interested, Brother William. But don't worry, I wouldn't like my own sibling. Hehehe."
"Even if you like me too, I will firmly reject you!"
"That's the answer I want from you, Brother William."
"I still can't believe my cute little sister likes a guy like this. What happened to you?"
"Sis Virena, I'm sorry. But this is my own happiness. Please don't be gloomy anymore."
"You stupid little borther! Do you have a man in mind that you want to be your wife?"
"Not yet, Sis Selena. I'll look for it myself!"
Kazien looked at his father's face and then said to him: "When I find him, can he stay here and study at the academy with me?"
"Just do as you please!" Duke Elgard replied resignedly.
Duchess Larina smiled wryly as she saw her husband who had completely resigned himself to the situation.
"I'm going to the library first! I love you guys."
Kazien went to the library and left his entire family at the dining table.
"I don't know what he was thinking. Of all the women in this kingdom, why did he only choose men?"
"Is this because of Virena's actions that traumatized him?" Davin replied, intending to tease Virena.
Virena became annoyed with him and immediately scolded him.
"What do you mean? Do you think a sister's love can traumatize his younger sibling towards women?"
"Hahaha. I was just kidding. Don't get so angry, Sis Virena. You'll age quickly."
"Shut up! Don't ever talk about aging with a woman. It's rude!"
"Eh??? Really? But, does Kazien like me?"
Plakk! Virena hit her forehead very hard.
"Ouch! That hurts! Why did you hit my forehead?"
"Don't even think about becoming your own brother's wife! If you do, I'll freeze your body to pieces!"
"Okay, okay, don't be angry anymore. Please calm down, Sis Virena!"
Duchess Larina thought about her youngest son's unusual wish.
Is that really what you want? Will you be happy with your choice of wanting a man as your wife? If that's your wish, all we're doing right now is thinking about your happiness. That's because we all love you so much, Kazien.
Duke Elgard understood his wife's behavior perfectly and could only stare at her face without saying a word.
She must be thinking about Kazien. It seems my wife still can't believe everything that's happened here. Hopefully, we'll all get used to his deviant behavior soon.
One month later, Kazien was preparing to go to the adventurer's guild. And luckily, his entire family was accepting of his sexual deviance.
The warmth between parents and children, between brothers and siblings has returned to its original state.
My family loves me very much. I am very happy to have been born into this family.
"Kazien, are you ready to go?"
"Yes, Sis Selena. I'm going to the guild. What's up?"
"I'm getting married next month, and you must bring your future wife to my wedding! If you don't bring him, I won't allow you to marry a man!"
The threat coming from his older sister's mouth had made his heart ache. However, Kazien understood why his sister had spoken to him like that.
"I promise I'll find him before your wedding! I won't let my own sister down on her wedding day."
Selena was surprised when her brother gave her an unexpected answer. She tried to remain calm in front of her little brother.
"I'll be looking forward to it! Good luck, my handsome little brother," she said, followed by a wide smile on her face.
Kazien was surprised to see a wide smile on his sister's beautiful face, something she rarely showed in front of him.
"Sis, you're so beautiful when you smile like that. If you were a boy, I'm sure you'd be a cute-looking guy!"
"Hahaha. Don't tease your own sister! Just hurry up and get to the guild before I lock you up here!"
"Okay! See you later, Sis Selena!"
Kazien left the mansion grounds and stepped towards the guild.
Sis Selena, I won't let you down! I'll definitely find him and prove my point!
While in front of the mansion gate, Kazien looked up at the blue sky dotted with white clouds.
Goddess Nirfelia, I beg you to bring me together with a cute man who is willing to marry me wholeheartedly. I don't want to disappoint Sis Selena on her wedding day. I beg you, goddess Nirfelia.
Amidst his uncertain hopes, his determination grew stronger. He didn't want to disappoint her older sister.
Even if it's very difficult, I have to find the person who is destined for me!