Ascendance of a Bookworm Quotes

“Alas, I had been a fool to expect any kind words from Ferdinand. I heaved a very disappointed sigh, but just as I went to put away the magic tool... “I... believe you are working hard,” came his voice again. I brought the tool back to my ear, wondering whether I’d simply misheard. And then— “Very good.” Hearing those two words sent a wave of pride through me, like all of my hard work had at last been rewarded. Maybe it was because he so rarely handed out praise that it felt so meaningful.”
― Miya Kazuki, Ascendance of a Bookworm: Part 5 Volume 4

“In the end, I took my leave without a word of protest—though there was nothing I could do to keep my forced smile from twitching.”
― Miya Kazuki, Ascendance of a Bookworm: Part 5 Volume 4

“this is very likely to end with you taking him as a temporary retainer at the Royal Academy—much like your arrangement with Theodore.” Oh... I didn’t think of that. “You’re very smart, Cornelius,” I said. “The idea hadn’t even occurred to me.” Cornelius clapped a hand over his mouth in shock, while Leonore gave him a few comforting pats on the shoulder.”
― Miya Kazuki, Ascendance of a Bookworm: Part 5 Volume 4

“For some reason, their words didn’t console me at all. It felt more like their weirdness sensors were completely busted.”
― Miya Kazuki, Ascendance of a Bookworm: Part 5 Volume 4

“I followed his eyes to Oswald, his former head attendant. He had resigned two days after our return from the Royal Academy, saying that he could not risk creating an opening for the Leisegangs to exploit.”
― Miya Kazuki, Ascendance of a Bookworm: Part 5 Volume 4

“I regret to inform you that this excuse was not enough; the firm response was that you should be dedicated to the work of women instead of taking that of men.”
― Miya Kazuki, Ascendance of a Bookworm: Part 5 Volume 4

“So, Wilfried was carrying out secret instructions to prove that he was fit to be the next aub. He was keeping them very close to his chest and wasn’t relying on anyone else.”
― Miya Kazuki, Ascendance of a Bookworm: Part 5 Volume 4

“We had an enormous order on our hands, and exclusivity culture would only slow things down.”
― Miya Kazuki, Ascendance of a Bookworm: Part 5 Volume 4

“We could have been arrested for what we did for Lady Veronica, but you can see for yourself that none of us were.” Several of the archducal couple’s retainers had already been relieved of duty or imprisoned and punished, whereas Wilfried’s retainers were completely undisturbed. Either out of optimism or a deliberate attempt to avoid reality, they were all trusting their lord to keep their families safe. But retainers can’t be relieved of duty until their lord or lady returns. If there are any criminals among us, they won’t be punished before Lord Wilfried comes back.”
― Miya Kazuki, Ascendance of a Bookworm: Part 5 Volume 4