Chapter 51
Professor Andrium said that the problem I solved should be published in an academic paper.
But really, all I did was apply a formula I remembered from high school in my previous life.
Is it really okay to present it as if I discovered it myself?
Mathematics in this world is advanced, but not that advanced compared to my previous life.
People take long, winding approaches to reach the answer.
Still, publishing a paper would be beneficial for me, too.
I could gain fame—and maybe even change how people see me.
Hmm.
My birthday party is coming up soon.
It might be nice to achieve something before then.
Maybe this is the perfect opportunity.
“Yes, I’d love to present it!”
I’ve never written a paper before, though, so I have no idea how.
“That’s wonderful. It makes me proud to know that one of my students will be publishing a new theorem.”
Hehe. He looks so happy.
“Since I assume you’ve never written a formal paper before, my lady, let’s work on it together.”
I explained the problem I had solved to the professor. Once he seemed satisfied, he picked up some report paper and began teaching me how to write it properly.
—
A few days later, the paper was complete.
“My lady, it’s finished.”
“Yes! Thank you so much for helping me.”
“No, I’m honored to have been of service.”
Professor Andrium then submitted the paper I had written to the academic society.
Apparently, when they received it, the scholars were shocked to learn that the youngest daughter of the Astaire family had discovered a new theorem.
My elder sister was overjoyed when she heard the news—as if it were her own achievement.
Even the household servants, Liam, Gilbert, and the Duke himself all praised me.
Seeing their reactions made me truly happy.
The theorem I discovered was even published in the newspaper and spread quickly throughout the country—
among both commoners and nobles alike.
It’s said that it will soon be included in new textbooks as an official theorem to be studied.
I suppose the Astaire family name carries quite a bit of influence.
With this, I’ve prepared everything I need for my birthday party.
No one will dare call me incompetent anymore—
unless they’re truly an idiot.
—
That day, the Duke came to visit my room.
“Your Grace, what brings you here?”
“I hear your paper has been successfully completed and submitted to the academy.”
“Yes. I finished it together with Professor Andrium.”
“I see. You’re fortunate to have such a good teacher.”
Eh? That’s it? Why did he come here, then?
“Well, I thought I should reward you, Tianna. Is there anything you’d like? Anything at all.”
“…Eh?”
I hadn’t even thought about that. I never imagined the Duke would actually give me a reward.
What should I do?
If I think about the future, money would be the most practical choice.
If something ever happens to me, I could use it to escape far away.
“Um, would it be alright if I asked for… money?”
“What would you use it for?”
Ah, of course he’d ask that.
Honestly, I don’t have any immediate use for it—it’s more of a safety net. An investment for the future.
“I’d like to save it, just in case something happens in the future.”
“…I see. Then I’ll have it prepared right away.”
There was a brief silence—I thought he might refuse. Thank goodness he didn’t.
“Thank you very much.”
Yes! I got the money!
It feels amazing to be rewarded for doing something good.
“Also, your birthday party is in a week. Your dress and accessories should arrive tomorrow.”
Huh? He ordered them for me?
I was planning to wear one of the dresses I hadn’t worn yet, but he’s giving me new ones?
“Um, thank you very much.”
“Good.”
With that, the Duke finished his business and promptly left the room.
