It was just before the day Seria would come of age.
“Nursery maid! The dress should arrive today, right?”

“Yes, that’s right. You’re up early, young lady.”

Today was the day the dress she had ordered months ago for the royal coming-of-age ceremony would be delivered.

“Oh, I can’t wait for it to arrive! I’m so nervous!”

Her golden blonde hair, falling in perfect curls to her waist, and her striking blue eyes were striking. Her smooth, well-kept skin, rarely exposed to the sun, was as pale as porcelain, untouched by tan.

As soon as Seria awoke, the housemaids brought her water to wash her face, and the nursery maid gently brushed Seria’s hair with a fine brush.

When the curtains were drawn, the sunlit room felt grand and luxurious.

Seria’s life had always been like this. The servants were kind to her, the nursery maid was affectionate, and the noble girls she occasionally socialised with were all warm and kind to her.

Although her parents were somewhat strict about maintaining the dignity and proper conduct expected of nobles, it didn’t bother her. After all, this was no different from what other noble families experienced.
“I hope my dress is the most beautiful at the coming-of-age ceremony…”
“Your dress will certainly be the most beautiful, young miss.”
The nursery maid said with a kind smile, her voice filled with confidence. It wasn’t just empty flattery.
This was understandable, as the Count of Luzent hailed from a merchant family. He had gained his title through the fortune he amassed from trade.
Because of this, nobles from long-established families often spoke ill of the Luzent family, calling them “merchants” in a derogatory way. This only made the Count and his wife even more determined to strictly uphold the etiquette and dignity of the noble class.

Although the young Seria didn’t fully understand the concerns of the adults, she was brimming with excitement.
“Ugh, I’m so nervous I can hardly bear it. I wish the coming-of-age ceremony would hurry up and come…”
“Young miss, you’re just too adorable.”
Seria was eagerly looking forward to the event. It was practically her grand debut into society.
‘The Crown Prince will definitely be there, won’t he?’
What if he asks me to dance…
The mere thought of it made her cheeks flush bright red, and she fidgeted with excitement, not knowing how to handle herself.
The servants around her all smiled warmly at her, their gazes full of affection.
Our sweet young miss. Our precious young miss.

Everyone spoke in unison, saying the same thing. Seria believed that this life of hers would last forever, completely unaware that less than half a day remained.

***

Finally, the dress Seria had been waiting for arrived.

The gown, adorned with tiny diamonds, sparkled brilliantly whenever the wind caught it.

Large jewels were carefully placed in several spots, adding an extra layer of glamour. Seria, looking at her completed dress, couldn’t contain her excitement. Her pale cheeks were flushed with joy.

“How stunning!”
“There’s no doubt this is our young miss’s dress! It’s already so beautiful!”
The maids surrounding her all joined in with their compliments.
“Young miss, would you like to try it on now?”
“Yes!”
At Seria’s response, the maids quickly helped her out of her current dress. Unlike the elaborate banquet gown, the simpler indoor gown was removed in an instant.

The maids carefully brought out the new dress, treating it as if it were incredibly precious. One of the maids stood behind Seria, tightening the corset.
And then, at that very moment…
“Oh my!”

A sharp scream came from the maid standing in front of Seria. Her eyes were wide, and she seemed at a loss, as if she had seen something she shouldn’t have. It wasn’t the kind of reaction one should have in front of the person they serve.
“What’s going on?”
Seria frowned and asked again, clearly confused. But the maid couldn’t respond. She only moved her lips awkwardly, unable to speak, her gaze fixed on Seria’s br*ast.
The maid who had been tightening the corset also stepped forward in surprise. But to Seria’s astonishment, she, too, was unable to hide her shocked expression.
“What’s happening? Why are you both acting like this?”
Taken aback by the sudden change in atmosphere, Seria couldn’t mask her confusion and asked once more.
“Ah, young miss… W-what is this…?”

One of the maids blatantly pointed at Seria’s br*ast.

Despite the rude behavior, Seria immediately checked her br*ast without having time to feel upset. After examining her body, Seria was also startled and let out a short scream.

The thin underwear she wore to cover her br*ast was completely soaked.

For a moment, Seria was confused as to what she was soaked in. But it didn’t take her long to find the cause.

The cloudy and milky liquid dripped from her protruding n*pple.

“Whoa! What is this!”

The excitement she had felt for the dress was completely gone. Flustered, Seria wiped her br*ast with a handkerchief, not knowing what to do. 

“What… what in the world is this…?”

Her round, doe-like eyes trembled with confusion. Seria wasn’t naïve enough to not recognize what was happening.

“W-Why… why is this happening to me?”

Looking at the maids for an explanation, Seria found them backing away, shaking their heads.

“This is bad. I need to tell my father and have a doctor called right away.”

The handkerchief pressed against her br*ast quickly became soaked.

Seria quickly grabbed a fresh cloth and slipped on the indoor dress she had hastily removed. The maids hadn’t assisted her, leaving her outfit disheveled, but it didn’t matter. What mattered now was something else.

‘It’ll… it’ll be fine…’

If I call the doctor and take the medicine… I’ll be fine soon. It’s nothing to worry about.

Trying to ease her nervous thoughts, Seria made her way toward the Count’s office.