MPBAGS Chapter 72

To Bishop Jabanya.


Bishop, I have safely entered the Rohanson estate.

The Count was away, and the estate is being managed by a butler named Phlox. The interview was very simple. The butler said he wasn't of noble birth, so perhaps due to his lack of education, he didn't realize the documents were forged and gave me a very favorable evaluation. A drug addict as an etiquette teacher - isn't that quite amusing?

This estate has so many rules to follow. They're short on staff, yet they're imposing these rules even on the governess, which shows that Evangeline Rohanson is undoubtedly going to be finicky. I'll attach the rules I received. I've agreed to begin proper lessons from my next visit. But Bishop, what should I teach regarding etiquette?


From Dolly Phonor, who has successfully secured employment.

To Bishop who gives no replies.


Yes. I understand your will clearly. You mean I shouldn't write small talk and should figure things out myself, right? So I solved it well on my own. I went to the library and borrowed a book called "Basic Etiquette Education." It's for teaching ten-year-old children, but I suppose it's just about keeping up appearances, isn't it? I hope you'll acknowledge how much effort this drug addict has put in.


From Dolly Phonor.

Is Bishop getting old enough to pass away?


Please understand that I'm starting this letter with crude words. It's all your fault, Bishop. When I clearly asked what kind of person Lady Rohanson was, you brushed it off saying she was "not ordinary." I think you must be getting presbyopia. You seem to need holy water more than I do.

Since you live in the temple daily, you must always see the statues placed throughout the temple. That's why you must have thought of Lady Rohanson as familiar. But what if those sculptures moved? I would probably faint. That's exactly how I feel right now. Please consider my situation of teaching etiquette meant for 10-year-olds to a living sculpture.


From Dolly Phonor, who recommends treatment for Bishop.

To Bishop.


I am doing my best with this task. Since it seems like I can learn more about Evangeline Rohanson from those around her rather than from herself, I'm gradually asking around. But the people in this estate tremble in fear at just the mention of "E." I managed to hear a few things from Lantana, who likes to show off.

She said that Lady Evangeline is scary and frightening, but as long as you don't cross the line you shouldn't cross, she absolutely won't scold you, so there's no need to be afraid. She especially said that the two maids beside her do all the chores, so there's no need to get close. I saw three people, and when I asked if there wasn't one more named Kanna, she cursed, saying it was just like talking to that Olive kid - whoever that is. I was told not to even mention that name.

And about the two monsters that the Lady keeps, she told me everything from the news that a maid named Daisy had quit and returned, to stories about new members employed at the Rohanson estate. I've really never seen someone with such a loose tongue.

When I asked why she was telling me everything when I might go around gossiping, she said "You won't be able to talk about it, will you?" What does that mean? I suppose it means I've been acting trustworthy enough?


From Dolly Phonor, hoping for a sign of sincerity.

Bishop. Are you even reading my letters?


You promised to give me a bottle of holy water as an advance payment once I got hired at Count Rohanson's house. I waited sufficiently, thinking it might seem like I was rushing you. Do you know how many letters I've already sent?

The withdrawal symptoms are getting worse and worse. At this rate, I might not be able to properly carry out your request. Of course, I'm not threatening you. How could a drug addict like me say anything to you, Bishop? So please, send me the medicine - no, the holy water - quickly.

All the teachers who were employed at the Rohanson estate quit except for me and one other person. They all couldn't endure the first day, you know? You can see how much effort I'm putting in, right?


From Dolly, hoping for grace.

To Bishop.


Bishop. Are you just using me? You bastard! What did I tell you? I said my withdrawal symptoms were getting worse! I hear voices telling me to die all day long. I have little medicine left, and I can only become somewhat sane by taking it. I'm going to teach etiquette while on drugs! Evangeline Rohanson has amnesia. Did she do drugs too? This is a strange place. When I walk, I'm stepping on flesh. I saw Evangeline Rohanson's corpse hanging, and today I accidentally stepped on and burst an eyeball. I'll stop here.


From Dolly.

To Bishop.


I am afraid of the Lady  Bishop, the Lady is a kind person. Even though I've confessed all of her private life like a spy until now, she says she'll forgive me. I love the Lady more than you, who doesn't even reply. This is my last letter. I like this estate. I worship Lady Rohanson. She will save me.


From Dolly Phonor at the Rohanson estate.

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To Mrs. Dolly Phonor.


Dolly, are you handling the task I requested well? I'm not rushing you, but I haven't received a single letter from you. I heard the news of your acceptance, but there's been no progress report, so I'm worried that something might have happened to you. Are you doing well? I'm truly curious about how you're getting along at the Rohanson estate. Yes, you could tell me about Lady Rohanson, who is your employer. I hope you haven't forgotten the promise we made.


From where the sun shines brightest, God's beloved Jabanya.

"Butler, there's a letter for Mrs. Dolly. What should we do? Should I tell the Lady?"

"No. If the Lady knew, it could become a bigger problem, so just deliver it to Lord Gabriel. He's scheduled to visit this afternoon anyway. Daisy, please take care of this."

"Yes. I'll do that."

"We must pray that God's beloved makes a wise decision."