Volume 6 Chapter 2 It's Heart-Trobbing, But...
By the way, Rudel is looking around the store restlessly.
"Since we're talking about Silver Flash, so I thought I'd ask, but aren't you with your beloved lovers today?"
"...There's no rule that says we have to be together all the time. It's okay to have breakfast alone."
"Well, that's true."
Although he said that, he couldn't help but furrow his brow slightly. His true feelings and his facade were about half and half. In reality, it was a bit different.
Going back to just before parting ways with Eubarest.
Having extended our vacation period, it was time to return to the royal capital.
Seeing us off were Nikyou and Reed, along with a few of their subordinates and members. Initially, it seemed like they were going to send off everyone, so I asked to keep the numbers limited.
The other three were already on the carriage, and I was giving my final greetings.
"If you ever come to Eubarest, count on me. The Jingin Family will welcome you with open arms, buddy."
"Just to clarify, I'm asking for something legal."
"I get it. Good guests receive good treatment. It's Jingin's golden rule to give a bad welcome to bad guests."
We exchanged smiles and shook hands with each other.
Then, I turned to Reed.
"It's time for me and my mercenary group to part ways for now. We have to transport Narinki to the neighboring country."
"No need to worry, but be careful on the way."
"Of course... but it's not so bad to have a man I'm in love with worry about me."
Reed blushed slightly as she spoke. She now appeared more feminine than before. While her overall appearance remained the same, she no longer concealed her ample chest and seemed more natural.
"It was actually quite uncomfortable, so it was a good opportunity," she said. Looking at her again, it's impressive how she managed to hide such a magnificent mountain. The discomfort she mentioned is quite understandable.
"What's the matter, do you already miss 'me'?"
Reed noticed my gaze and slightly bent forward, crossing her arms and striking a pose to show off her ample breast.
"If you weren't blushing so much, you would have looked more presentable."
"Ugh... I still can't get used to this kind of thing."
"You must have been influenced by Kyunei, but don't push yourself too hard."
From the "first night" until last night, she's been consistently making these appeals whenever there's an opportunity. It seems like she is trying various things to catch up with Kyunei and the others, despite having a much shorter history of acquaintance. At first, I was flustered, but watching Reed's earnest efforts made me find it rather endearing.
"...But even though we've finally become lovers, it's lonely to be apart so soon. I'm falling behind compared to the other three. So, I need to push myself a little bit."
Embarrassed and fidgety, Reed's unexpected actions made my heart race.
──What is this feeling welling up inside me?
Our first meeting sparked with tension, but now she shows such a cute reaction. In that moment, I couldn't help but feel a strange flutter.
'Well, I guess that's what they call "gap moe."'
I didn't understand the meaning at first, but it was a word that resonated with me.
"Yukina?"
Startled by Reed's voice, my mind, which had been immersed in deep emotions, was brought back to reality. I scratched my head as if to distract myself before speaking.
"It's not like it's a final farewell. Once the transport is done, you'll come back to Arcus, right?"
"Yeah, I plan to base myself in Arcus for a while. I'll definitely come back. Please wait for me."
"I am looking forward to it."
Just as I shook hands with Nikyou earlier, this time I shook hands with Reed and turned my back to her to board the carriage.
"────Yukina!"
As I approached the side of the carriage, I heard Reed calling my name from behind. When I turned around to see what was going on, I was suddenly grabbed by the face by the girl who had run up to me, and she forcefully pulled me closer.
"Eh!?"
Reed's closed eyes and our touching lips caught me off guard. The sudden kiss took me by surprise.
"Hey, Reed-san!?"
As the carriage rattled, Aina leaned out of the window. However, Reed continued to kiss me without a care, savoring my lips slowly before pulling away with a "phew" as she exhaled. She licked her own lips, wet with my saliva, and blushed as she flashed a confident smile.
"Don't get lonely without me, 'Darling.' See you later♪"
As the three of the girl in the carriage waved goodbye, Reed blew a kiss towards me before quickly running off.
'That girl is quite passionate, huh.'
I, who was no longer just a naive visitor to the city, blushed at this unexpected surprise.
"......"
"────Ha!?"
Feeling an unusual pressure, I turned around in a hurry. There, Aina was looking at me through the carriage window with a displeased glare. Mikage and Kyunei were alternating between looking at her and me, shrugging their shoulders.
Ever since that incident, on the way back in the carriage and even after returning to the royal capital, Aina's mood hasn't improved towards the group.
It became clear this time that Aina surprisingly has a jealous side to her.
When I hug her or pat her head, although her face looks sulky, she rubs against me as if saying, "More!" It's reminiscent of a finicky cat. It's cute in its own way, but I really wish she would show a smile already.
Of course, I have no intention of explaining this situation to Rudel in detail.
"Today, Aina and Kyunei went out for shopping since morning. Mikage is off for training as well."
So, as the lonely me, I was having breakfast with Rudel while facing each other.
'Don't forget that I'm here too.'
Ignoring my partner Gram's words, I drank tea after the meal.
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