Chapter 61: Soft Serve Ice Cream
"Hehe, thank you very much, your grace, for buying me so many clothes."
"As a token of gratitude, please enjoy me... not really."
Exiting the clothing store 'Silken Wings,' the two of them were completely in a lovey-dovey mode. You wouldn't imagine this from their usual battle-hardened and tearless appearances.
Thinking of going to eat something sweet, but there's surprisingly little sweetness in this world.
Honestly, I can't help but feel frustrated about what past heroes and people from different worlds were doing. Well, I'll just have to gradually introduce things. Maybe I should consult the Commercial Guild this time.
"Shall we go somewhere with a nice view?"
Taking the two of them, I flew to the rooftop of Primera Castle.
Being the tallest structure, it provided a panoramic view of the entire city, and it's wonderful that no one else is around.
Beneath us, the city of Primera, where over 100,000 people live, stretches out. A 360-degree breathtaking panorama.
"Truly a splendid view..."
"Yeah, being with you, your grace, makes it feel even more so."
I'm glad both of them are enjoying it.
"Oh, by the way, would you two like something sweet? This is a prototype..."
I handed them something resembling soft serve ice cream. It's a creation I made using skills and magic.
"What is this?"
"It's a dessert from a different world called 'soft serve ice cream.' It's sweet and cold. Enjoy it before it melts."
Timidly, they began to eat, but once they took a bite, their eyes widened and they started eating with enthusiasm.
"Lick, lick, your grace, lick, it's so delicious, lick..."
Silphy, you're either licking or talking. It's a bit suggestive.
"Your grace, it's a mess!! Your mouth is all sticky... Can you clean it up for me?"
Sarah, with soft-serve ice cream smeared around her mouth, pleads with upturned eyes. Fine, I guess I have to meet your expectations as my lord.
Looking at Silphy, she's in the same situation. I should have given them spoons. Regret.
"Both of you, come here, your mouths are getting all messy."
"Yes."
Both obediently stick out their mouths.
Taking out a handkerchief, Sarah makes a dissatisfied expression. Hehe, I get it, Sarah.
(Parallel action)
Embracing both of them simultaneously, I gently lick around their mouths.
"W-What are you doing? My lord."
"Huh, uh, no, you see, my lord, I was just using my fingers—"
Both of them turn bright red and seem flustered. Wait, what? Is this wrong? It's embarrassing, but I can't turn back now, can I?
Embracing Silphy and Sarah again.
"Ah, my lord, we're already clean..."
"Ah, my lord? I'm... I'm fine already."
Silphy turns red and blushes shyly. Maybe due to shared sensations, Sarah's face turns adorably rosy too.
"Not yet, I still need to clean inside your mouths, right?"
...What am I even saying?
I give the blushing duo a finishing kiss. I can't leave them out, even if it's only for everyone else.
"Mmm... My lord... I can't take it anymore..."
Silphy's knees give out, and she breathes heavily.
"Hehe~ My lord~ Do it more~"
Sarah pleads with a blissful expression, but Silphy has reached her limit.
"Ah, you fool, my lord!"
Silphy, who's gone all limp, playfully hits me. Sorry, I might have gone too far.
Hmm, at times like this, shared sensations can be both good and bad.
"...I hate to interrupt your fun, but what are you doing here, Kakeru-kun?"
When I turn around, Lord Alfred is standing there looking puzzled. Oh no, we got caught.
"Well, I was thinking about what a nice view this town has from here. Oh, right! Would you like to try a prototype?"
"What's this? Let me see... Mmm! Mm, this is delicious! Wait, is this food from another world? Oh my... *licks* Kakeru-kun, you're in trouble! You have something around your mouth—"
Alright, I think I managed to divert his attention. You'll have to clean around your mouth yourself. Huh? You won't lick it? Why do you look disappointed? Wait, is this a joke? Seriously, this is what handsome guys are like.
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"You know, I was thinking about how we could further develop this town by looking at it from here."
"I see, this soft-serve ice cream thing is one of those ideas, huh?"
"Yes, of course, it's not just this. What this town needs is sweetness and tourist attractions. For the sweetness, I plan to talk to the Commerce Guild. And for the tourist attractions, I have a request for you, Lord Alfred..."
"What is it? If it's something I can do, just tell me."
"Thank you. Well, it's about the view from here. Wouldn't you like to show this breathtaking scenery to the citizens? We could limit it to a few groups per day due to security concerns. Seeing Primera's cityscape from here will surely create unforgettable memories. People will love this town even more, and it might become a popular spot for proposals too."
"...Kakeru-kun, that's a great idea!! Let's do it, definitely. You're right, the view from here is amazing. Even I didn't know about it. Thank you."
Lord Alfred grips both my hands and tears up. Despite being handsome, he truly is an amazing lord who loves both his citizens and this town. I'm glad I could be of help.
"Well then, we'll take our leave here."
"Wait, Kakeru-kun!"
"What is it? Is there something else?"
"About the sweetness thing, I'll talk to the head of the Commerce Guild. You can count on me. I'm looking forward to it."
Saying so, Lord Alfred waves. He's handsome, and he's genuinely kind and appreciative. Alright, this time, I'll really make sweets popular. Soft-serve ice cream was well-received after all.
On the way back, Sarah is piggybacking, and Silphy is being carried.
We tried to use Healing Water, but we decided to stay this way.
It reminds me of when we first met... even though it was just a few days ago.
"Um... My lord, um, could you, you know, do it again?"
"Hmm, another kiss? Silphy."
"No, that's not it!! A date!"
"I want both!"
"Got it! It's a cheap request."
Carrying both of them, we fly over the town as dusk approaches.
Sometimes, it's nice to have days like these.
After all—
"You've leveled up."
"You've leveled up."
Thanks to the summon beasts of the underground lake and Esperanza, my level increases on its own!
After seeing Silphy and Sarah off, I return to the town to pick up Chloe and the others. They seem to have shopped so much that they can't carry everything.
Remember, shopping should be done more strategically.