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Muu: "Wow~! They're so beautiful and luxurious!"

Flure: "Amazing, as expected of Tisailles. The designs that utilize frills are impressive."

Miyaji: "Fufu... Will this be helpful as a reference for clothes making?"

Flure: "Yes, very much so! Thank you for guiding us, Prof. Miyaji!"

At that moment, a shop assistant appeared from the back of the store.

Shop Assistant: "Welcome... Oh, my...?"

Flure: "Hm...?"

Shop Assistant: "No way!? Aren't you the model from the team 'Garcia' who was the runner-up in the contest?  I became a fan after watching the contest!"

Flure: “Uh, uhm... Th-thank you..."

Shop Assistant: "I was so moved by your sense of style! I'd love to ask for your advice!"

Flure: "Um, well... Um..."

> (Is Flure feeling shy?)

Lato: "Ms. shop assistant... Could you please not bother Flure too much?"

Shop Assistant: "I-I'm sorry! I didn't mean to suddenly ask for a favor. I'll ask for advice another time.  W-well then... Please take a look at our clothes. You can also try them on!"

With that, the shop assistant went back to the back of the store.

> "Are you okay, Flure?"

Flure: "Y-yes... I was surprised, but I'm happy."

> "It's good that you have fans now, Flure"

Miyaji: "It's the result of your efforts, Flure."

Lato: "By the way, that shop assistant... mentioned that you can try on the clothes. My lord, would you like to try putting on some?"

> "Me?"

Flure: "Right... That might be nice! My lord, it would be a waste not to try on such beautiful clothes! It's rare to have the opportunity to try on Tisailles’ wedding dresses... Let's try on a few!"

Muu: "I want to see my lord wearing beautiful clothes too!"

> "I-if you all insist..."

Lato: "Kufufu… Then it's settled. It's a wonderful day to see our beautiful lord wearing beautiful clothes."

> “E-err..."

Miyaji: "Sigh... You shouldn't trouble the lord too much, you guys. But... I must admit, I'm also happy to see the lord looking beautiful."

> "Even Miyaji..."

Miyaji: "Oops... Sorry."

Flure: "So, my lord. Shall we choose some clothes? Do you have any preferences for the design? I'll also help you choose."

> "Hmm..."

As I looked around the store... I couldn't decide because they were not the usual clothes I wear.

Flure: "Fufu... Are you having trouble deciding? In that case, how about this outfit? The length is perfect... It's made of lightweight fabric, so it should feel comfortable!"

Lato: "I see, lightweight clothes... Seems easy to dance in."

Miyaji: "The vibrant colors of the embroidery are lovely. Overall, it gives an elegant impression... I think it will suit you very well."

Muu: "I agree! That outfit is perfect for you!"

> "Okay, I'll try on this outfit"

I handed my jacket to the butlers... and headed to the fitting room with the wedding outfit in hand. 

~ A while later ~

I changed into the wedding outfit... and returned to the butlers.

> "Sorry to keep you waiting"

As I spoke, the butlers turned to face me.

Muu: "Wow...! My lord, it looks amazing on you!"

Flure: "A-amazing..."

Lato: "Hmm..."

Miyaji: "This is..."

Muu: "Huh? What's wrong, everyone?"

> "...Could it be that it doesn't suit me?"

Flure: “I-it's not that! It looks amazing and beautiful! It's just that... it's too beautiful... I was at a loss for words..."

Lato: "Yes, me too. My lord was so beautiful that... I couldn't take my eyes off. Kufufu... Is this what they mean by captivating?"

Miyaji: "My Lord... The wedding outfit looks really good on you.  ...It's very beautiful. I truly believe that from the bottom of my heart."

> "Th-thank you..."

As I was praised by everyone, I felt embarrassed and inadvertently looked down.

Muu: "Hehe, it feels like... My lord is getting married to the butlers in the basement!"

> "Eeehh!?"

Flure: "W-Wait a minute, Muu!? What are you saying!?"

Lato: "Kufufu… Are the three of us getting married to you, my lord...? That's an interesting idea."

> "L-Lato?"

Lato: "In that case, my lord. Let's go to Velis and ride the gondola."

> "Huh?"

Flure: "Lato… Why are you suddenly suggesting something like that."

Lato: "I heard from Mr. Lucas. Apparently, in Velis... it's famous for couples who have pledged their love to ride the gondola.  If I remember correctly, while riding the gondola... they praise each other, and happiness comes to them... It sounds like an interesting story... so I'd like to try it."

> "Errrr..."

Flure: "Lato, hold on a second! Are you casually suggesting that the lord and us get married?"

Lato: "Is that a problem?"

Flure: "Of course it's a problem. We're butlers…!"

Lato: "Is it... not okay?"

Flure: "It's not okay!"

Lato: "Sigh... I understand. If Flure says so..."

Miyaji: "Don't be discouraged, Lato. Look, even if we can't get married… riding the gondola with the lord can bring happiness, don't you think? Riding the gondola doesn't necessarily mean getting married."

Lato: "Prof. Miyaji… Fufu, you're right. If it brings happiness to the lord, then that's enough."

Muu: "U-um, sorry to break it to you... but actually, the butlers on the third floor have already ridden the gondola."

> “Yes……” > "That's right"

Lato: "I see... is that so? Then... let's ride it again."

Miyaji: "Um, Lato... I should let you know, it's impossible to go to Velis right now."

Flure: "Yeah, there's no time for that."

Lato: "Oh... is that so? That's unfortunate. Then, my lord, next time we go to Velis... please ride the gondola with me. Will you promise me that, my lord?"

> "S-sure..."

Lato: "Thank you, my lord."

Flure: "...That sounds nice. ...If possible, I also…”

> "Huh?"

Flure: "Ah... i-it's nothing."

Lato: "Oh my, Flure, do you also want to ride it? I don't mind."

Flure: "N-No...! I mean..."

Lato: "Oh, is that not it?"

Flure: "It is... but..."

Lato: "Kufufu... Flure is still so shy. If you want to ride too, why don't you clearly convey it yourself?"

Flure: "Right... it's frustrating, but... as Lato said...  M-my lord... if you would, please ride the gondola with me. O-of course... just the two of us, please."

> “Of course” > "It's a promise”

Flure: "Th-Thank you! My lord!"

Lato: "Kufufu... Flure has grown up. As his older brother, I'm pleased."

Flure: "Ugh, even though it's frustrating... I have to admit that Lato's advice was helpful this time."

Miyaji: "Fufufu... While it's good that both of you will ride the gondola with the lord... Remember, there are risks on the water. Make sure to protect the lord."

Flure: "Of course!"

Lato: "Understood, Prof. Miyaji."

Flure: "Anyway…! let's leave the gondola talk at that…! My lord! Would you like to try the outfit over there? I think it'll definitely look good on you!"

> “I-I'll try on another outfit?"

Miyaji: “Indeed. I'd like to see my lord wearing various outfits."

Lato: "Kufufu... Why don't we try on all the outfits while we're at it?"

> “Wh-what!?"

Muu: "M-mr. Lato… That's a bit much..."

Miyaji: "Lato, the lord might get tired."

Lato: "Kufufu... I was just joking, joking..."

> "That's a relief..."

Flure: "Geez... Lato's jokes are hard to understand.”

note: it's not specifically a jacket, it could be a coat, cardigan, etc

Watching Muu play in the sea from the shade of the trees are me and the butlers from the third floor.

Lamli: "Buu looks like he's having a good time... I wanna go into the sea too..."

Nac: "Lamli, you've said that just a while ago. Give it up already.  Even though we're taking the turn to rest in Velis... in case of an emergency, we must join immediately."

Lamli: "I know that without you telling me! You're such a pain...  Besides… we need to be on standby for emergencies, but... in this heat...  Wearing these clothes while waiting is... It's just weird!"

Lucas: "I agree with Lamli on that... It's an order from above, so we can't do much about it.  It's only June, so the temperature isn't that high, but... Velis does have strong sunlight."

> "Lamli, are you okay?"

Lamli: "Thanks for worrying! My lord!  I'm fine for now since I'm using a parasol!"

Trudge… trudge… trudge… *marching on sand*

Muu: "Ehehe…  Everyone, I'm back!"

> "Welcome back, Muu."

Muu: “...Sneeze!”

Lucas: "Oops... Was the water a bit cold?"

Nac: "It would be a problem if you caught a cold. Muu, please use this towel.  After drying yourself, let's brush your fur with this brush. And this outfit that Flure made... Let's put it on elegantly.”

Muu: “Yes, Mr. Nac!"

Rustle… rustle…

Muu: "Phew~...! Thank you very much!"

Nac: "Yes! You're done changing."

> "You're well-prepared, Nac"

Nac: "Fufu, as a butler, I'm always prepared. I equip myself for diverse situations to ensure a prompt response. This level of readiness is simply part of my role as your butler."

Lamli: "I get what he's saying, but... Nac's way of saying it is annoying."

Nac: "Did you say something, Lamli?"

Lucas: "Alright, both of you. Stop, stop. We have a whole day to spend freely with the lord... Is it okay to spoil it with such a trivial argument?"

Lamli: "Ugh... well..."

Lucas: "We can freely act in Velis only for today. Tomorrow, we'll depart for a different city and have to return to escorting nobles. So, I think we should cherish this time. How about you two?"

Nac: "That's right. It's as Mr. Lucas said. My lord, excuse our rudeness."

Lamli: "I'm sorry, my lord.”

> “It's fine” > “Don't mind it”

Lamli: "My lord! Today, we're going to make sure you have a great time! Let's create the best memories together!"

> “Okay” > "Looking forward to it"

Lucas: "Well then, my lord. Let's stroll through the streets of Velis."

And so, we left the sea behind and headed towards the city.

[Water City Velis, East Area]

After walking for a while, we found ourselves in the eastern area of Velis. Velis is divided into four areas, and the east is known for having many restaurants and places to eat.

Muu: "We've been to this place before, right, my lord?"

> "Yes, indeed"

Lucas: "Come to think of it... The last time we came to Velis was last summer. We were assigned to guard the festival... The three of us on the third floor were in charge of this eastern area."

Nac: "It brings back memories. It's almost a year since that request."

Lamli: "Seriously... time flies.  Especially since the lord arrived… The days seem to pass by incredibly quickly."

Nac: "Indeed. I feel the same way. The time spent with the lord is intense, and full of happiness, …. Fufu… probably because there's always a sense of new excitement and discovery with them."

> "Do you think so?"

Nac: "Yes... I'm sure the other butlers share this sentiment as well."

Lucas: "Fufu... Yeah, that's right."

> "Thank you. I feel the same way too"

Lamli: "But really! Thank you for giving us such happy and fulfilling days!"

Muu: "Fufufu ♪ The relationship between us butlers and the lord is really good! I suddenly wondered, though... Is the relationship between other nobles and their butlers like this too?"

Lucas: "Hmm, I doubt it. Our relationship with the lord is quite a unique case."

> (That's true...) > “I see”

Lucas: "During last year's June Bride, we even took wedding photos together.  Well, I was the one who suggested it, though."

> “Yeah that happened” > "Normally, butlers don't take wedding photos with their lord, right?"

Lamli: "That photo session… was so much fun. I'd like to do it again~"

Nac: "Fufu... looking back... We've done various things with the lord. For example, here in Velis... We made an original tropical juice for the lord."

Muu: "I remember! It was a large glass of juice, right?"

Nac: "Yes. It was prepared with the concept of 'Something suitable for the lord who has a heart as vast as the sea'."

> "How nostalgic"

Lamli: "And then...! We also gazed at the stars with the lord!  Lying on the beach at night… We spent the best night looking up at the Velis night sky!"

Lucas: “We took turns lying down between the three of us… We lay next to the lord, looking up at the stars.  I actually planned to offer a lap pillow to the lord… but the lord was nervous and refused.”

> "Of course I would be nervous hearing such an offer…!"

Muu: "A lap pillow for the lord...  That's not something you'd see in the relationships between other lords and butlers…"

Nac: "Not zero, but I'd say it's almost none."

Lamli: "Stop talking about what other butlers do, Buu! We are who we are. Don't worry about unnecessary things; we just need to focus on making our lord happy!"

Muu: "It looks like Mr. Lamli and the others are also having fun, though..."

Lamli: “E-errr..."

Nac: "Muu makes sharp remarks from time to time, doesn't he?"

Lucas: “Fufu... But you see, Muu... We're not forcing the lord to do any of it. Surely, a kind and open-minded lord like them… wants to bring us joy… By creating enjoyable moments that just skirt the boundaries of our roles as butlers… I believe that's what they're aiming for.  Right, my lord?

> (Answering this question feels a bit embarrassing...)

I quietly nodded, feeling a bit nervous.

Muu: "I see! Fufufu. The relationship between the lord and the butlers is really good!  It's so wonderful!"

Lucas: "Giving lap pillows for the lord..."

Nac: "Hm? Did you say something, Mr. Lucas?"

Lucas: "Uh-uh, it's nothing. Now then, my lord. While reminiscing about these nostalgic memories… Shall we walk a bit more through the city?"

> “Yes” > "Let's do that"

And so… we continued to explore the city of Velis while sharing memories.

note: I forgot it's called Venice in English. Could've written it as Velice. Idk if there is any official English spelling for the places, so please let me know if there is.

And just to clarify, the "Uh-uh" is not a stutter. It's like the negative version of "Uh-huh".

Lono: "Good evening, my lord! Ishishi…! It's a lavish dinner tonight!"

Bastien: "Yeah, indeed. Today's dinner was wedding-inspired."

The table was adorned with luxurious dishes.

> "So many..."

Lono: "We got carried away with the conversation during the day... So we thought, why not prepare a course meal fit for a wedding reception! Please, enjoy!"

> "I can't possibly eat all of this..."

Lono: “T-true... Maybe we overdid it..."

> "Won't you eat with me?"

Lono: "Huh? With you, my lord?"

> "Pretend we are at a wedding feast…!"

Lono: "Well... If it pleases you, my lord, then we shall..."

Bastien: "Right... There's no reason to refuse."

Berrien: "Apologies for the inconvenience, but shall we accept your offer, then?"

> "Yes"

And so, we all decided to happily share a meal together.

~ A little while later ~

Bastien: "Hmm. Now all the dishes are served."

Muu: "There's meat, fruit salad, soup... And even fluffy pancakes... They all look delicious!"

> "It's very lavish"

Lono: "Yes! After all, these are 'wedding-inspired' dishes! Instead of a wedding cake, we prepared pancakes decorated with cream for dessert!"

Bastien: "The salad is accompanied by intricately cut fruits... We tried to make it elegant."

Berrien: "This soup is based on a celebratory dish from a certain region. Please, enjoy it while it's warm."

> "Thank you"

I first tasted the soup and the meat. Both had a refreshing aroma of herbs... Very palatable.

> "Delicious...!"

Lono: "Ishishi… that's great!"

Berrien: "Fufu... I'm glad you enjoyed the soup I made."

Lono: "My lord, the meat I grilled is delicious too... Please try the salad as well. It pains me to admit it, but... Bastien's salad is quite delicious!"

> "Is that so!"

Lono: "Sheesh~... Bastien, that guy, he used to only be able to use strong seasoning… and now he's able to make such delicate dressings… It must’ve been my way of teaching, for sure…!"

Bastien: “Don't be mistaken, Lono. This is the recipe I've found myself. I found it in a book to please the lord.”

Lono: “Ooh~ I see. To think that Bastien is this interested in cooking for the sake of the lord… Ishishi…”

Bastien: “What are you grinning at, Lono? That's pretty uncanny.”

Lono: "S-shut up! I'm not grinning! A-And besides! Who's the uncanny one here? Since I'm complimenting you so much, how about you smile more and show some happiness? You're always frowning."

Bastien: “Huh? I don't make such a face.”

Lono: “Look at the mirror for once! You always have that scowl in your eyes!”

Bastien: “What the? Lono..."

Berrien: "Oh my... Please, don't argue in front of our lord. When you were in the kitchen, you cooperated well with each other, though."

Lono: "Well... Since the cooperation leads to making delicious dishes for our lord."

Bastien: "Hmph... Reluctantly, I agree. Cooperating with Lono and Mr. Berrien results in... our lord enjoying delicious food."

Berrien: "Fufu… in other words, everyone wants to make our lord smile with their cooking... So let's stop fighting to ensure our lord can enjoy the meal happily."

Lono: "Ughhh... Fine."

Bastien: "Hmm… My apologies for the commotion, my lord."

> "It's okay, but more importantly..."

Lono: “More importantly?"

> "Thank you for the delicious food"

Lono: "M-my lord... Ishishi... Thank you so much! Cooking for you, my lord... always brings a smile to my face!"

Bastien: "My lord. There's still more food. If there's anything you'd like to eat, please let me know and I'll serve it for you."

Berrien: "Fufu... If you need a refill of your drink, please don't hesitate to ask me. We'll also prepare herbal tea for you after the meal to help with fatigue recovery."

Lono: "And don't forget about the dessert pancakes! Both the taste and the wedding-themed decorations turned out well… It's my masterpiece, after all!"

> "Thank you, everyone"

Muu: "My lord! I also want to help you!"

Berrien: "Then, Muu, would you assist me in brewing tea after the meal?"

Muu: "Yes! Leave it to me!"

And so, Muu and I, along with the first-floor butlers, enjoyed the meal together. The various dishes inspired by weddings were... luxurious yet warm and gentle in taste.

Teddy: "Great work!"

> "Great work, everyone"

Hanamaru: "Hehe… Thanks, my lord. Well, now that the mission is over... I can finally drink as much as I want."

Yuhan: "Hmm... Setting aside Hanamaru's comment, you said that the mission is 'almost complete'... Does that mean there's still some work left?"

Berrien: "Yes, that's correct. The couple we were guarding... They will be staying in this town for a while longer... During that time, we will be responsible for the town's security."

Lamli: “Whaaat~! Just when I thought it was over~! I don't want to guard unimportant people anymore~ I can guard my lord as much as needed though~."

Nac: "Lamli, you're being too blunt."

Lucas: "Fufu... But, Lamli... Staying in this town might not be all bad, you know? Right, Berrien?"

Berrien: "Yes, that's right. Our work still continues, but... we will handle the town's security as before... taking breaks in shifts.  If it's okay with you, my lord... Would you like to enjoy the city of Kalliste a little longer with us?"

> "I don't mind" > “I’m rather excited for it”

Lato: "Kufufu... So, it means an opportunity for my lord and I to go out together."

Miyaji: "Lato, if you're going out with the lord, be sure to let me know."

Lato: "Yes, I understand."

Flure: “Do you really…? Please don't trouble both Prof. Miyaji and the lord, all right?"

Haures: "Hmm... If I want to take my lord out, where would be good?"

Fennesz: "I'm happy to be with my lord, but... I'm not sure where to go."

Boschi: "Don't worry, you guys. While you two are hesitating, I'll take my lord out."

Ammon: "Oops... We can't let you get away with that, Mr. Boschi."

Lucas: "By the way… seems like there's a famous power spot in Kalliste. I heard about it while strolling around the city."

> "A power spot...?"

Lucas: "Yes. It's called the 'Temple of the Goddess' located on the outskirts of the city."

Nac: "The Temple of the Goddess...! What a romantic name for a place."

Lucas: "Fufu... It is said that if a newlywed couple presents flower bouquets to each other there, the recipient will be blessed with good fortune."

Lamli: "Wow~! That's amazing! I want to go there with you, my lord!"

Lato: “Ooh~. If it brings good luck to my lord, I'm interested too..."

> "U-um..."

Hanamaru: "Anyway, why don't we all go?”

> "A-all?"

Hanamaru: "If 16 of us go, my lord's luck will be multiplied by 16, right?"

Yuhan: "Is it really that simple?"

Hanamaru: "Yuhan... Sometimes, it's okay to go with your gut feeling. It's all about the feeling, you know, feeling."

Yuhan: “Sigh… So that's how it is."

Teddy: "Wait a minute, we aren't in a relationship with the lord as newlyweds though…"

Hanamaru: "Well... um... Then let's just pretend we're newlyweds!"

> "P-pretend to be newlyweds?"

Teddy: "I see... It feels quite forced, though..."

Hanamaru: "Teddy... Sometimes, the feeling is more important."

Yuhan: " ‘Feeling’ ...What an all-purpose word."

> "Indeed..."

Lamli: "Umm...! I agree with Maru-chi's opinion! We don't need to worry about the details! What's more important is! If it might make my lord happy, I want to do anything!"

> "Lamli..."

Lato: "I agree with Lamli too. I want to go to the Temple of the Goddess and give a flower bouquet to my lord."

Berrien: "Well then, let's leave it up to my lord now. If it's not too much trouble... Would you like to go to the temple with us?"

> "Of course, that's fine"

Lamli: "Hooray! It's decided then!"

Lono: "As a newlywed couple, going to the Temple of the Goddess…, huh…? I'm starting to get nervous."

Bastien: "But it'll definitely be a good memory.  Hmm... Memories...  I feel like we should have something tangible as a memory..."

Haures: "Certainly. I agree with Bastien. Can't we… leave something tangible behind to remember the time the lord and we spent in Kalliste."

Flure: "Something tangible... as a memory... Ah...! Right…!"

Miyaji: "Flure, do you have an idea?"

Flure: "Yes. Before coming here, I was researching about Kalliste... It seems that in this city, there's a tradition of giving 'Necklaces with the color of your eyes' to your loved ones."

Lono: "Necklaces with the color of my eyes...?"

Flure: "How about we all give the lord one of those necklaces?"

Bastien: "I see..."

Nac: "Fantastic! What a wonderful idea, Flure!"

Haures: "Alright, then the memory item has been decided by Flure's suggestion."

Boschi: "Sigh… but still, I've been hearing about power spots, traditions, and all that for a while now...  This city… sure has a lot of those."

Ammon: "Well, it's a city known for marriages. Surely, everyone here likes romantic things."

Boschi: "This is a bit too much."

Ammon: "But isn't it interesting?"

Boschi: "Sigh... Is that so..."

Fennesz: "By the way, I'm curious... Is there a reason why the necklace has to be the color of one's own eyes?"

Ammon: "Hehe… That's obvious, Mr. Fennesz. Kalliste is the holy land of marriage, you know? Giving a 'Necklace with the color of your eyes' to your partner... It's like saying 'I only have eyes for you'."

Boschi: "Heh... Quite bold, isn't it?"

Lato: "Flure's suggestion sounds wonderful to me. As expected of my little brother."

Nac: "Hmm... In my case, which eye color should I choose?"

Lucas: "Both colors are beautiful... Why not choose both?"

Lamli: "Ehehe...! I'm looking forward to going out with you, my lord, and giving you the necklace!"

Bastien: "Hmm, it seems like... We're deciding things without hearing the lord's opinion..."

Lono: "Are you okay with it, my lord? Going out as a newlywed couple, going to the Temple of the Goddess, giving a necklace... It's... everyone's so enthusiastic..."

> “It sounds like fun!” > "I don't mind”

Berrien: "Fufu... my lord is so kind. It's because my lord is so kind… that everyone wants to make you happy. Although, I would like to be the one who brings the greatest happiness to you, my lord."

> "Huh?"

Berrien: "Fufu. It's nothing. It's just… I felt it once again, how my lord is loved by everyone. ...My lord. Our precious lord... We want to be the one to make you the happiest, not anyone else."

> "Thank you, everyone"

…………

………

Now then... dear lord. The butlers have started choosing the necklace to give to you. When the preparations are complete, they will let you know.

Well, dear lord… Please enjoy the city of Kalliste for a while more.

END

Yuhan: "Well then... It's about time for the lord to be getting hungry, isn't it?"

> "That's true"

*Stomach growls*

Muu: “E-excuse me... I'm getting hungry…"

Yuhan: "Oh dear… Looks like Muu's hungry too."

Hanamaru: "It's almost lunch time. Should we grab a meal?"

> "Let's do that"

Teddy: "Leave it to me, I've researched the nearby places in advance! There's apparently a stylish café nearby. Shall we go there?"

Hanamaru: "As expected, Teddy, you're reliable~."

Yuhan: "Thank you, Mr. Teddy."

Teddy: "Alright then, my lord. This way!"

> "Thank you"

And so, we headed to a nearby café. We sat around the same table at the café.

~ After a while ~

Teddy: "The coffee and pudding here are so tasty..."

Hanamaru: “The green tea is great too. And this ice cream here."

Yuhan: "My lord, are you really okay with this? Us sitting together like this..."

> "I'm happy about it" > “Don’t mind it today”

Yuhan: "Is that so? However..."

Hanamaru: "Don't worry too much, Yuhan. If the lord says it's okay, then it's fine. More importantly, we should eat soon… The iced matcha latte will get warm, you see?"

> "That's right, Yuhan"

Yuhan: "Understood. Since it's such an opportunity... I should enjoy it. I'll make sure we have a good time."

> "Please do"

~ A few minutes later ~

Muu: "Wow... This shop has matcha drinks!"

Yuhan: "Yes, they're very delicious. As summer approaches, and the weather gets warmer... Drinking cold matcha outdoors has a certain charm.”

Muu: “Hehe… Indeed, cold drinks in hot weather are truly delicious!"

> "That's true"

Hanamaru: "For real, it just hits differently. Muu, be careful not to chill your stomach by drinking too much, okay?"

Muu: "Ahh! There was a cute white cat over there!"

Hanamaru: "Ah… he ain't listening at all."

> "I'll let him know later"

Hanamaru: "Thanks. You're really kind, my lord."

Muu: "Ah... The white cat seems to have gone somewhere…"

Teddy: "Maybe it ran away because someone with a dog is approaching?"

Following Teddy's gaze, we see a newlywed-like couple walking their dog.

Yuhan: "Hmm, come to think of it… in the central lands as well, there's a culture of keeping dogs as pets."

Teddy: "In Espoir too, sometimes you can see families with dogs. Hehe… Dogs are wonderful, aren't they?"

> "Teddy, do you like dogs?"

Teddy: "Yes, I do!"

Muu: "Oh~! So you and Mr. Haures have similar tastes!"

Teddy: "Huh, really!? Having similar preferences with Mr. Haures which I admired... I feel somewhat happy."

Hanamaru: "Teddy really looks up to Haures, huh?"

Teddy: "Yes, Mr. Haures is my goal. Oops- sorry, the conversation got off track."

Hanamaru: "Just maybe, Teddy. If you get married, would you want to have a dog?"

Teddy: "Uhm, if I have to say... Right, I might want to have a dog. Adopt a puppy and raise it together with my partner… I want to take them to a meadow and play with them.”

Muu: “Fufu, that sounds really fun! Speaking of which… how about you, Mr. Yuhan and Mr. Hanamaru? If you get married… What pet would you have?”

> “The pet they'd have, huh…”

Yuhan: “Hmm… well… if I were to keep a pet… perhaps, a bird.”

Hanamaru: “Ooh… is that so?”

Yuhan: “When I was little, I took care of an injured bird and kept it for a while.”

> “So that happened”

Yuhan: “Yes. That was a good memory.  It had its challenges, like getting pecked at and the bird being reluctant to eat... But those hardships, it might bring joy when shared with a partner.”

Hanamaru: “Hm, hm... So you belong to the ‘if I were to keep a pet, it would be a bird' faction, Yuhan.”

> “How about you, Hanamaru?”

Hanamaru: “Hm, me? If I have to say… It would be a cat. Because cats... seem like they'd be good for lazing around together, right?"

Teddy: "I-I see..."

> "That's very Hanamaru-like reasoning"

Yuhan: "Really, it's unbelievable... Are you planning to laze around even after getting married?"

Hanamaru: "It's not a big deal, this is all just a fantasy anyway. Besides, if I were to get married for real... my partner would probably... like that about me, right?"

Teddy: "Th-that's quite the confidence, isn't it?"

Hanamaru: "Heh... Anyway, it's nice to have these kinds of conversations once in a while. Well, that being said... Right now, my lord is more important... more than a theoretical marriage-partner-to-be. Honestly… I have no interest in anyone but you, my lord.”

> "Uh, um..."

Hanamaru: “Caught off guard, ain't cha, my lord~? Your face is all red~."

Teddy: "Wait, Mr. Hanamaru. Please don't trouble the lord. And making advances is not allowed."

> "Teddy...?"

Teddy: "I also value the lord a lot. Of course, these feelings won't lose to anyone"

Yuhan: "Oh my, that's not something to ignore. I also care deeply for the lord."

> "Even Yuhan..."

Hanamaru: "Oops... Both of you, well said, huh... But don't worry, you two. I'll make sure to make the lord happy. As proof... Here, my lord, hold out your hand for a moment."

> "Huh...? Uh, okay"

As I extended my hand… Hanamaru started whistling.

Hanamaru: "Phwee… phwee…."

???: "Chirp, chirp!"

> "Huh?"

In response to the whistle, a blue bird flew out of the tree and landed on my hand.

Muu: "Wow, a cute blue bird!"

Hanamaru: "Hehe... Impressive, isn't it? It's a whistle that calls the bird of happiness. With this, there's no doubt that good fortune will come to you, my lord."

> "That's amazing, Hanamaru”

Chirp, chirp! The little bird chirped softly and then flew away.

Muu: "Ah, it's gone. I believe blue birds are symbols of good luck, right?"

Teddy: "Yes, that's right!"

Yuhan: "Mr. Hanamaru...! Please call the blue bird again."

Hanamaru: "Huh? Call it again?"

Yuhan: "The whistle can call a blue bird, right? Please, call it again. If possible... let it land on my hand this time..."

Teddy: "Mr. Yuhan… Your eyes seem brighter than usual?"

> "What's going on, Yuhan?"

Yuhan: "Um, well... My apologies. I was a little too excited."

Teddy: "Do you like blue birds?"

Yuhan: "Yes. When I was a child, I wanted to have a blue bird at least once. However, blue birds are rare and hard to come by... So I gave up."

Hanamaru: "I-I see… Well… To reveal the trick, this whistle doesn't really call a blue bird... Any small bird will respond, you know?"

Yuhan: "Oh? Is that so..."

Hanamaru: "I happened to see a blue bird in the tree earlier, so I whistled, and the blue bird kindly responded."

Yuhan: "I see... That's too bad."

Hanamaru: "Well, don't be so down, Yuhan.  Oh, right...! Next time, shall I teach you how to whistle? Birds seem to like it, you know?"

Yuhan: "Sigh... If you can stop that triumphant look, I'll consider it."

Hanamaru: "Haa... you're being dishonest~ Yuhan."

Muu: "Mr. Hanamaru! Teach me how to whistle too!"

Teddy: "I want to learn too!"

Hanamaru: "Oh, oh, sure."

> "Can I join too?"

Hanamaru: "Geez... Master Hanamaru sure is popular today."