Chapter 184
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*Same as the previous part, this part is also released in thanks of the release of volume 2.
Characters in this chapter:
Percival Belisario, 3rd son of Margrave of Vanderwall on the Eastern Frontier
Bruno Kingsleigh, Commander of the Kingsleigh unit
Matteo, Percival’s horse
When Sapphiras returned to the store after throwing the men outside, the customers cheered.
“Eh?……Um, what?”
“Despite how you look, you’re impressive, Nii-chan!”
Sapphiras was pushed back by the customers and quickly taken to a seat inside the store.
“Thank you for saving my daughter!”
“We were really annoyed because those people, who claim to be heroes who saved the town, eat without paying day after day, and they even attack other customers.”
Sapphiras, who mercilessly chased the men away, was a true hero for them, who had no choice but to endure in silence even when something was too much for them to stomach.
“I didn’t do anything that would warrant thanks……”
“Don’t be modest, little magician! You’re a great guy, let’s have a toast!”
When one customer holds up a beer mug, the surrounding customers follow suit. Sapphiras was confused at first, but his composure was broken when the girl he rescued from the thug handed him a mug.
Sapphiras became the star of the night as he constantly bumped mugs with the other customers. For a man who likes to be lively and happy, interacting with the people he meets is one of the pleasures of travelling.
As he watches from a distance, a young man approaches him.
“Are you an adventurer?”
“Yes, I am. I’m in a party with him, mainly touring the ruins.”
I nodded in response as Sapphiras looked at me, and the man gave me only the slightest of glances. It seems that he is not interested in me.
“Heh, touring the ruins, huh? But isn’t a party of two too small?”
“No, not at all. Percival is very reliable.”
“Hmmm, I see.”
The man pretended to be nonchalant as he moved his chair into a narrow space and forcibly sat down next to Sapphiras. He talks to Sapphiras with a harmless smile, saying that he is also an adventurer, but his ulterior motives are not completely hidden.
However, Sapphiras was completely unaware of his obvious ulterior motives, which was a problem.
Sapphiras has always had good looks, but as he grew older, his beauty has become even more radiant. Even as a student, he was sometimes compared to a Spirit of Twilight, but he still had the innocence of boyhood. But what about now?
He has translucent white skin and blue eyes whose colour changes depth depending on the light. His night-black hair further accentuates his mysteriousness, and if he were to stand still, he would be the very essence of a spirit.
Yet, despite this, he is unaware of his eye-catching appearance, and is almost completely unguarded. His Excellency the Duke and His Royal Highness the Crown Prince were very worried about Sapphiras, who had such a weak sense of danger, becoming an adventurer.
However, the beautiful spirit contained the soul of a strong adventurer. Sapphiras has courage, and despite his own magic, he sometimes acts in ways that seem reckless. What’s more, he has a fragile expression on his face and sometimes speaks violently, as if to say, I’m going to blow up a thug. Many people are confused by the discrepancy between appearance and what he is inside.
The people of Vanderwall and Aurora-jyou, who have known Sapphiras for a long time, including myself, are used to him, so there is no surprise anymore, but I have seen those who dreamt of him shedding tears many times when they discovered the real Sapphiras.
Despite this, Sapphiras has a kind and compassionate heart. Most people will like him if they interact with him even once. It’s good for Sapphiras to make more friends in the towns and villages we stop at during our travels. However, there are quite a few people like that man who approach him with some ulterior motive.
“Yo, Nii-chan. Are you the magician’s partner1相棒 (aibou): partner/pal/accomplice, usually not in the romantic sense.?”
While I was looking at the man pretending to be an adventurer, a bearded man in the prime of manhood spoke to me.
“Yes, I am.”
Your partner is amazing. Even though he has such a beautiful face, he is relentless and feels really pleasant. And he drinks quite well.”
“The partner I’m proud of.”
“I see, I see!”
The man smiled broadly and patted me mercilessly on the back. He reminds me of Kingsleigh-dono.
“I work as a bricklayer in this town. This is one of the few places where people like us can relax. That’s why we’re all grateful to you for getting rid of that thug.”
The man, who said he was a bricklayer, told me that he had just arrived in this town, and told me about the blacksmith and tool shop. As I was listening to this helpful information, Sapphiras was holding his fourth mug as suggested by that man.
Sapphiras likes to drink, but not very much. I usually tell him not to drink in places where I am not present, just in case something goes wrong. Now that I am right next to him, his pace is a little faster, probably because of the atmosphere around him.
That man probably intended to get Sapphiras drunk and take him out of the store. He is trying to do something very bold right in front of me.
“Hey, Nii-chan. Be careful. That bastard is definitely after your partner.”
The bricklayer must have been watching the man.
“Yeah, thanks for the heads up.”
I got up from my seat and went over to Saphiras.
“Sapphiras, don’t go more than that.”
I called out just as the man was about to put his hand on Sapphiras’ shoulder and took away his mug of ale. I took a glance at the man, who looked like he wanted to say something, and pulled his hand back hurriedly, as if he was embarrassed. Don’t think you can touch Sapphiras so easily.
“Eh? I’m still fine. I’m not drunk at all.”
Sapphiras pouted. That face is adorable, but I’m not big-hearted enough to just silently watch Sapphiras sit next to a man who doesn’t even try to hide his ulterior motives.
“The more drunk you are, the more you say that.”
“U……”
“What, you guys? Are you leaving already?”
He’s probably very drunk. One of the regular customers called out to me.
“Ah, I’m sorry to interrupt the excitement. He just arrived here today and he’s tired too. I want him to rest early at the inn. Can you stand up, Sapphiras?”
I put the money for food and drink on the table, and urged Sapphiras to get up.
“Of course I can stand up. I’m not really drunk!”
He stood up briskly, but after a few steps, he slumped down. Apparently, the alcohol had taken effect more than he had expected. When I picked up Sapphiras, who was unsteady on his feet, horizontally in my arms, he must have finally realised that he was drunk. He obediently surrendered himself.
“I think I might have been drunk after all……”
“Yes, I think so.”
As I left the restaurant with Sapphiras, who had grown quiet, in my arms, the girl from the bar stopped me.
“Th-that! Thank you for the cloak.”
“Sapphiras,”
When I called out to him to take the cloak offered to him, Sapphiras, who was half asleep, reached out his hand and took it.
“…….I’ll leave a guard dog behind in case they come again.”
“A guard dog?”
The bar girl tilts her head. As Sapphiras said, those guys might come without hesitation and harass the store and its customers. They seemed to have nothing but a high self-esteem.
“Cu Sith……”
The lights of the magic circle appeared in a bluish-white glow on the darkened street, and a green dog the size of a calf appeared.
“Kya……!”
“Cu Sith, protect this store……”
The girl is surprised by the sudden appearance of a large dog, but Sapphiras seems to have reached his limit, and after saying a few words to Cu Sith, he fell asleep.
“U, umm……th-this big dog?”
“Don’t worry, it’s Sapphiras’ summoned beast. He’s big, but he’s a kind-hearted dog, so there’s nothing to be afraid of. He’ll protect the store for the time being, so that those thugs won’t be able to get close to the store.”
“……This is a summoned beast……I’ve never seen one before.”
“We’ll stop by again.”
“I’ll be waiting for you!”
Sapphiras seems to like this store, so we’ll probably stop by several times during our stay.
***
When he arrived at the inn, I lowered Sapphiras onto the bed, but his eyes showed no signs of waking.
The path from the ruins to the town was quite steep and it took Matteo several days to get here. Sapphiras seemed to be as energetic as ever when he was in town, but he was probably just tired without realising it.
I actually really wanted him to take a bath and then relax, but there was nothing I could do.
The journey around the ruins continues with camping once you leave the town. Therefore, when we can find accommodation, I choose a room with a bathroom so that we can rest as much as possible. It’s a pretty luxurious room for an adventurer’s style, but those of us who can handle highly difficult requests won’t be troubled by the costs.
“I guess I should change his clothes……”
I’m sure it’s hard to sleep in this state, so I undo his travelling gear and take off his clothes, but Sapphiras, who is sound asleep, remains as he is. I guess he’s relieved because it’s me, but I’m still worried about getting him drunk when he’s this defenceless.
I wiped his body with a cloth moistened with hot water and put on his nightgown before it got cold. Then I took off my own clothes, quickly wiped off the sweat, and lay down next to Sapphiras.
When I hugged his body, his body temperature was a little high due to his drunkenness. It is now commonplace for me to fall asleep with Sapphiras in my arms.
In the darkness with only a candle, I put my lips to Sapphiras’ eyelids, who was sleeping comfortably. As I slid my lips to the tip of his nose and then to his cheek, I could feel the signs of his honest body.
“Nn……Percival?”
Just as I was about to touch his thinly parted lips, Sapphiras, who was trembling in my arms, called out my name in a sleepy voice. It seems like I woke him up, but I didn’t care and kissed him again.
“Do you want to……?”
“……No, I don’t.”
Sapphiras said that after noticing my body’s reaction.
I have a desire to enter Sapphiras’s narrow, hot and soft place. But I’ll stop today. Sapphiras may be drunk, but I’m not confident I can control his excitement tonight. In any case, I can’t do anything that would hurt Sapphiras.
“Are you not doing it?”
“Ah……just do this today.”
“I see……”
Sapphiras pressed his face into my chest and immediately started breathing slightly. I hug his limp body again and close my eyes, but the sleepiness doesn’t come.
Maybe it was because the two of us had been alone for a little while. It’s been a long time since we’ve been to a place where there are people, and I feel strangely nervous.
I can’t help but see a glimpse of the man looking at Sapphiras with lust-filled eyes. Sapphiras wouldn’t even bother with a guy like that, so there’s no need for me to worry about it. Still, I feel an indescribable discomfort welling up in me.
It’s not something that can be dismissed simply as jealousy.
I had no idea that I had emotions that were so difficult to understand. I sigh quietly, unable to contain myself. What is this all about?
“Percival……you can’t sleep?”
Sapphiras, who should be asleep, was looking at me with a dazed gaze.
“No……that’s right. It looks like I can’t sleep.”
I tried to deny it, not wanting to cause unnecessary worry, but I was sure that even if I made a suitable deception, Sapphiras would not be convinced. Avoiding unnecessary push and pull, I honestly admit that I can’t sleep.
“I see………maybe you’re too tired?”
Sapphiras slowly put his arm around my back and began patting me gently, as if he were soothing a child.
“Sleepy……sleepy, Percival is getting sleepy…….”
Sapphiras is trying to lull me to sleep while fighting sleepiness. Sapphiras’ kindness tickled me, and my unconscious tension relaxed.
Many people like him will appear in the future. I can’t stand next to Sapphiras as his companion if my heart is disturbed by something like that.
Sapphiras believed in me and entrusted me with everything. That’s why I can stand next to Sapphiras without being shaken by anything. It’s just that.
As if Sapphiras’ spell had begun to take effect, I gradually fell into a comfortable sleep.
Looks like I’ll be able to sleep well tonight……
melon: sigh, author is such a tease.
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*Same as the previous part, this part is also released in thanks of the release of volume 2.
Characters in this chapter:
Percival Belisario, 3rd son of Margrave of Vanderwall on the Eastern Frontier
Bruno Kingsleigh, Commander of the Kingsleigh unit
Matteo, Percival’s horse
When Sapphiras returned to the store after throwing the men outside, the customers cheered.
“Eh?……Um, what?”
“Despite how you look, you’re impressive, Nii-chan!”
Sapphiras was pushed back by the customers and quickly taken to a seat inside the store.
“Thank you for saving my daughter!”
“We were really annoyed because those people, who claim to be heroes who saved the town, eat without paying day after day, and they even attack other customers.”
Sapphiras, who mercilessly chased the men away, was a true hero for them, who had no choice but to endure in silence even when something was too much for them to stomach.
“I didn’t do anything that would warrant thanks……”
“Don’t be modest, little magician! You’re a great guy, let’s have a toast!”
When one customer holds up a beer mug, the surrounding customers follow suit. Sapphiras was confused at first, but his composure was broken when the girl he rescued from the thug handed him a mug.
Sapphiras became the star of the night as he constantly bumped mugs with the other customers. For a man who likes to be lively and happy, interacting with the people he meets is one of the pleasures of travelling.
As he watches from a distance, a young man approaches him.
“Are you an adventurer?”
“Yes, I am. I’m in a party with him, mainly touring the ruins.”
I nodded in response as Sapphiras looked at me, and the man gave me only the slightest of glances. It seems that he is not interested in me.
“Heh, touring the ruins, huh? But isn’t a party of two too small?”
“No, not at all. Percival is very reliable.”
“Hmmm, I see.”
The man pretended to be nonchalant as he moved his chair into a narrow space and forcibly sat down next to Sapphiras. He talks to Sapphiras with a harmless smile, saying that he is also an adventurer, but his ulterior motives are not completely hidden.
However, Sapphiras was completely unaware of his obvious ulterior motives, which was a problem.
Sapphiras has always had good looks, but as he grew older, his beauty has become even more radiant. Even as a student, he was sometimes compared to a Spirit of Twilight, but he still had the innocence of boyhood. But what about now?
He has translucent white skin and blue eyes whose colour changes depth depending on the light. His night-black hair further accentuates his mysteriousness, and if he were to stand still, he would be the very essence of a spirit.
Yet, despite this, he is unaware of his eye-catching appearance, and is almost completely unguarded. His Excellency the Duke and His Royal Highness the Crown Prince were very worried about Sapphiras, who had such a weak sense of danger, becoming an adventurer.
However, the beautiful spirit contained the soul of a strong adventurer. Sapphiras has courage, and despite his own magic, he sometimes acts in ways that seem reckless. What’s more, he has a fragile expression on his face and sometimes speaks violently, as if to say, I’m going to blow up a thug. Many people are confused by the discrepancy between appearance and what he is inside.
The people of Vanderwall and Aurora-jyou, who have known Sapphiras for a long time, including myself, are used to him, so there is no surprise anymore, but I have seen those who dreamt of him shedding tears many times when they discovered the real Sapphiras.
Despite this, Sapphiras has a kind and compassionate heart. Most people will like him if they interact with him even once. It’s good for Sapphiras to make more friends in the towns and villages we stop at during our travels. However, there are quite a few people like that man who approach him with some ulterior motive.
“Yo, Nii-chan. Are you the magician’s partner1相棒 (aibou): partner/pal/accomplice, usually not in the romantic sense.?”
While I was looking at the man pretending to be an adventurer, a bearded man in the prime of manhood spoke to me.
“Yes, I am.”
Your partner is amazing. Even though he has such a beautiful face, he is relentless and feels really pleasant. And he drinks quite well.”
“The partner I’m proud of.”
“I see, I see!”
The man smiled broadly and patted me mercilessly on the back. He reminds me of Kingsleigh-dono.
“I work as a bricklayer in this town. This is one of the few places where people like us can relax. That’s why we’re all grateful to you for getting rid of that thug.”
The man, who said he was a bricklayer, told me that he had just arrived in this town, and told me about the blacksmith and tool shop. As I was listening to this helpful information, Sapphiras was holding his fourth mug as suggested by that man.
Sapphiras likes to drink, but not very much. I usually tell him not to drink in places where I am not present, just in case something goes wrong. Now that I am right next to him, his pace is a little faster, probably because of the atmosphere around him.
That man probably intended to get Sapphiras drunk and take him out of the store. He is trying to do something very bold right in front of me.
“Hey, Nii-chan. Be careful. That bastard is definitely after your partner.”
The bricklayer must have been watching the man.
“Yeah, thanks for the heads up.”
I got up from my seat and went over to Saphiras.
“Sapphiras, don’t go more than that.”
I called out just as the man was about to put his hand on Sapphiras’ shoulder and took away his mug of ale. I took a glance at the man, who looked like he wanted to say something, and pulled his hand back hurriedly, as if he was embarrassed. Don’t think you can touch Sapphiras so easily.
“Eh? I’m still fine. I’m not drunk at all.”
Sapphiras pouted. That face is adorable, but I’m not big-hearted enough to just silently watch Sapphiras sit next to a man who doesn’t even try to hide his ulterior motives.
“The more drunk you are, the more you say that.”
“U……”
“What, you guys? Are you leaving already?”
He’s probably very drunk. One of the regular customers called out to me.
“Ah, I’m sorry to interrupt the excitement. He just arrived here today and he’s tired too. I want him to rest early at the inn. Can you stand up, Sapphiras?”
I put the money for food and drink on the table, and urged Sapphiras to get up.
“Of course I can stand up. I’m not really drunk!”
He stood up briskly, but after a few steps, he slumped down. Apparently, the alcohol had taken effect more than he had expected. When I picked up Sapphiras, who was unsteady on his feet, horizontally in my arms, he must have finally realised that he was drunk. He obediently surrendered himself.
“I think I might have been drunk after all……”
“Yes, I think so.”
As I left the restaurant with Sapphiras, who had grown quiet, in my arms, the girl from the bar stopped me.
“Th-that! Thank you for the cloak.”
“Sapphiras,”
When I called out to him to take the cloak offered to him, Sapphiras, who was half asleep, reached out his hand and took it.
“…….I’ll leave a guard dog behind in case they come again.”
“A guard dog?”
The bar girl tilts her head. As Sapphiras said, those guys might come without hesitation and harass the store and its customers. They seemed to have nothing but a high self-esteem.
“Cu Sith……”
The lights of the magic circle appeared in a bluish-white glow on the darkened street, and a green dog the size of a calf appeared.
“Kya……!”
“Cu Sith, protect this store……”
The girl is surprised by the sudden appearance of a large dog, but Sapphiras seems to have reached his limit, and after saying a few words to Cu Sith, he fell asleep.
“U, umm……th-this big dog?”
“Don’t worry, it’s Sapphiras’ summoned beast. He’s big, but he’s a kind-hearted dog, so there’s nothing to be afraid of. He’ll protect the store for the time being, so that those thugs won’t be able to get close to the store.”
“……This is a summoned beast……I’ve never seen one before.”
“We’ll stop by again.”
“I’ll be waiting for you!”
Sapphiras seems to like this store, so we’ll probably stop by several times during our stay.
***
When he arrived at the inn, I lowered Sapphiras onto the bed, but his eyes showed no signs of waking.
The path from the ruins to the town was quite steep and it took Matteo several days to get here. Sapphiras seemed to be as energetic as ever when he was in town, but he was probably just tired without realising it.
I actually really wanted him to take a bath and then relax, but there was nothing I could do.
The journey around the ruins continues with camping once you leave the town. Therefore, when we can find accommodation, I choose a room with a bathroom so that we can rest as much as possible. It’s a pretty luxurious room for an adventurer’s style, but those of us who can handle highly difficult requests won’t be troubled by the costs.
“I guess I should change his clothes……”
I’m sure it’s hard to sleep in this state, so I undo his travelling gear and take off his clothes, but Sapphiras, who is sound asleep, remains as he is. I guess he’s relieved because it’s me, but I’m still worried about getting him drunk when he’s this defenceless.
I wiped his body with a cloth moistened with hot water and put on his nightgown before it got cold. Then I took off my own clothes, quickly wiped off the sweat, and lay down next to Sapphiras.
When I hugged his body, his body temperature was a little high due to his drunkenness. It is now commonplace for me to fall asleep with Sapphiras in my arms.
In the darkness with only a candle, I put my lips to Sapphiras’ eyelids, who was sleeping comfortably. As I slid my lips to the tip of his nose and then to his cheek, I could feel the signs of his honest body.
“Nn……Percival?”
Just as I was about to touch his thinly parted lips, Sapphiras, who was trembling in my arms, called out my name in a sleepy voice. It seems like I woke him up, but I didn’t care and kissed him again.
“Do you want to……?”
“……No, I don’t.”
Sapphiras said that after noticing my body’s reaction.
I have a desire to enter Sapphiras’s narrow, hot and soft place. But I’ll stop today. Sapphiras may be drunk, but I’m not confident I can control his excitement tonight. In any case, I can’t do anything that would hurt Sapphiras.
“Are you not doing it?”
“Ah……just do this today.”
“I see……”
Sapphiras pressed his face into my chest and immediately started breathing slightly. I hug his limp body again and close my eyes, but the sleepiness doesn’t come.
Maybe it was because the two of us had been alone for a little while. It’s been a long time since we’ve been to a place where there are people, and I feel strangely nervous.
I can’t help but see a glimpse of the man looking at Sapphiras with lust-filled eyes. Sapphiras wouldn’t even bother with a guy like that, so there’s no need for me to worry about it. Still, I feel an indescribable discomfort welling up in me.
It’s not something that can be dismissed simply as jealousy.
I had no idea that I had emotions that were so difficult to understand. I sigh quietly, unable to contain myself. What is this all about?
“Percival……you can’t sleep?”
Sapphiras, who should be asleep, was looking at me with a dazed gaze.
“No……that’s right. It looks like I can’t sleep.”
I tried to deny it, not wanting to cause unnecessary worry, but I was sure that even if I made a suitable deception, Sapphiras would not be convinced. Avoiding unnecessary push and pull, I honestly admit that I can’t sleep.
“I see………maybe you’re too tired?”
Sapphiras slowly put his arm around my back and began patting me gently, as if he were soothing a child.
“Sleepy……sleepy, Percival is getting sleepy…….”
Sapphiras is trying to lull me to sleep while fighting sleepiness. Sapphiras’ kindness tickled me, and my unconscious tension relaxed.
Many people like him will appear in the future. I can’t stand next to Sapphiras as his companion if my heart is disturbed by something like that.
Sapphiras believed in me and entrusted me with everything. That’s why I can stand next to Sapphiras without being shaken by anything. It’s just that.
As if Sapphiras’ spell had begun to take effect, I gradually fell into a comfortable sleep.
Looks like I’ll be able to sleep well tonight……
melon: sigh, author is such a tease.
*Same as the previous part, this part is also released in thanks of the release of volume 2.Characters in this chapter:Percival Belisario, 3rd son of Margrave of Vanderwall on the Eastern FrontierBruno Kingsleigh, Commander of the Kingsleigh unitMatteo, Percival's horseWhen Sapphiras returned to the store after throwing the men outside, the customers cheered.Eh?Um, what?Despite how you look, you're impressive, Nii-chan!Sapphiras was pushed back by the customers and quickly taken to a seat inside the store.Thank you for saving my daughter!We were really annoyed because those people, who claim to be heroes who saved the town, eat without paying day after day, and they even attack other customers.Sapphiras, who mercilessly chased the men away, was a true hero for them, who had no choice but to endure in silence even when something was too much for them to stomach.I didn't do anything that would warrant thanksDon't be modest, little magician! You're a great guy, let's have a toast!When one customer holds up a beer mug, the surrounding customers follow suit. Sapphiras was confused at first, but his composure was broken when the girl he rescued from the thug handed him a mug.Sapphiras became the star of the night as he constantly bumped mugs with the other customers. For a man who likes to be lively and happy, interacting with the people he meets is one of the pleasures of travelling.As he watches from a distance, a young man approaches him.Are you an adventurer?Yes, I am. I'm in a party with him, mainly touring the ruins.I nodded in response as Sapphiras looked at me, and the man gave me only the slightest of glances. It seems that he is not interested in me.Heh, touring the ruins, huh? But isn't a party of two too small?No, not at all. Percival is very reliable.Hmmm, I see.The man pretended to be nonchalant as he moved his chair into a narrow space and forcibly sat down next to Sapphiras. He talks to Sapphiras with a harmless smile, saying that he is also an adventurer, but his ulterior motives are not completely hidden.However, Sapphiras was completely unaware of his obvious ulterior motives, which was a problem.Sapphiras has always had good looks, but as he grew older, his beauty has become even more radiant. Even as a student, he was sometimes compared to a Spirit of Twilight, but he still had the innocence of boyhood. But what about now?He has translucent white skin and blue eyes whose colour changes depth depending on the light. His night-black hair further accentuates his mysteriousness, and if he were to stand still, he would be the very essence of a spirit.Yet, despite this, he is unaware of his eye-catching appearance, and is almost completely unguarded. His Excellency the Duke and His Royal Highness the Crown Prince were very worried about Sapphiras, who had such a weak sense of danger, becoming an adventurer.However, the beautiful spirit contained the soul of a strong adventurer. Sapphiras has courage, and despite his own magic, he sometimes acts in ways that seem reckless. What's more, he has a fragile expression on his face and sometimes speaks violently, as if to say, I'm going to blow up a thug. Many people are confused by the discrepancy between appearance and what he is inside.The people of Vanderwall and Aurora-jyou, who have known Sapphiras for a long time, including myself, are used to him, so there is no surprise anymore, but I have seen those who dreamt of him shedding tears many times when they discovered the real Sapphiras.Despite this, Sapphiras has a kind and compassionate heart. Most people will like him if they interact with him even once. It's good for Sapphiras to make more friends in the towns and villages we stop at during our travels. However, there are quite a few people like that man who approach him with some ulterior motive.Yo, Nii-chan. Are you the magician's partner1 aibou: partner/pal/accomplice, usually not in the romantic sense.?While I was looking at the man pretending to be an adventurer, a bearded man in the prime of manhood spoke to me.Yes, I am.Your partner is amazing. Even though he has such a beautiful face, he is relentless and feels really pleasant. And he drinks quite well.The partner I'm proud of.I see, I see!The man smiled broadly and patted me mercilessly on the back. He reminds me of Kingsleigh-dono.I work as a bricklayer in this town. This is one of the few places where people like us can relax. That's why we're all grateful to you for getting rid of that thug.The man, who said he was a bricklayer, told me that he had just arrived in this town, and told me about the blacksmith and tool shop. As I was listening to this helpful information, Sapphiras was holding his fourth mug as suggested by that man.Sapphiras likes to drink, but not very much. I usually tell him not to drink in places where I am not present, just in case something goes wrong. Now that I am right next to him, his pace is a little faster, probably because of the atmosphere around him.That man probably intended to get Sapphiras drunk and take him out of the store. He is trying to do something very bold right in front of me.Hey, Nii-chan. Be careful. That bastard is definitely after your partner.The bricklayer must have been watching the man.Yeah, thanks for the heads up.I got up from my seat and went over to Saphiras.Sapphiras, don't go more than that.I called out just as the man was about to put his hand on Sapphiras' shoulder and took away his mug of ale. I took a glance at the man, who looked like he wanted to say something, and pulled his hand back hurriedly, as if he was embarrassed. Don't think you can touch Sapphiras so easily.Eh? I'm still fine. I'm not drunk at all.Sapphiras pouted. That face is adorable, but I'm not big-hearted enough to just silently watch Sapphiras sit next to a man who doesn't even try to hide his ulterior motives.The more drunk you are, the more you say that.UWhat, you guys? Are you leaving already?He's probably very drunk. One of the regular customers called out to me.Ah, I'm sorry to interrupt the excitement. He just arrived here today and he's tired too. I want him to rest early at the inn. Can you stand up, Sapphiras?I put the money for food and drink on the table, and urged Sapphiras to get up.Of course I can stand up. I'm not really drunk!He stood up briskly, but after a few steps, he slumped down. Apparently, the alcohol had taken effect more than he had expected. When I picked up Sapphiras, who was unsteady on his feet, horizontally in my arms, he must have finally realised that he was drunk. He obediently surrendered himself.I think I might have been drunk after allYes, I think so.As I left the restaurant with Sapphiras, who had grown quiet, in my arms, the girl from the bar stopped me.Th-that! Thank you for the cloak.Sapphiras,When I called out to him to take the cloak offered to him, Sapphiras, who was half asleep, reached out his hand and took it..I'll leave a guard dog behind in case they come again.A guard dog?The bar girl tilts her head. As Sapphiras said, those guys might come without hesitation and harass the store and its customers. They seemed to have nothing but a high self-esteem.Cu SithThe lights of the magic circle appeared in a bluish-white glow on the darkened street, and a green dog the size of a calf appeared.Kya!Cu Sith, protect this storeThe girl is surprised by the sudden appearance of a large dog, but Sapphiras seems to have reached his limit, and after saying a few words to Cu Sith, he fell asleep.U, ummth-this big dog?Don't worry, it's Sapphiras' summoned beast. He's big, but he's a kind-hearted dog, so there's nothing to be afraid of. He'll protect the store for the time being, so that those thugs won't be able to get close to the store.This is a summoned beastI've never seen one before.We'll stop by again.I'll be waiting for you!Sapphiras seems to like this store, so we'll probably stop by several times during our stay.***When he arrived at the inn, I lowered Sapphiras onto the bed, but his eyes showed no signs of waking.The path from the ruins to the town was quite steep and it took Matteo several days to get here. Sapphiras seemed to be as energetic as ever when he was in town, but he was probably just tired without realising it.I actually really wanted him to take a bath and then relax, but there was nothing I could do.The journey around the ruins continues with camping once you leave the town. Therefore, when we can find accommodation, I choose a room with a bathroom so that we can rest as much as possible. It's a pretty luxurious room for an adventurer's style, but those of us who can handle highly difficult requests won't be troubled by the costs.I guess I should change his clothesI'm sure it's hard to sleep in this state, so I undo his travelling gear and take off his clothes, but Sapphiras, who is sound asleep, remains as he is. I guess he's relieved because it's me, but I'm still worried about getting him drunk when he's this defenceless.I wiped his body with a cloth moistened with hot water and put on his nightgown before it got cold. Then I took off my own clothes, quickly wiped off the sweat, and lay down next to Sapphiras.When I hugged his body, his body temperature was a little high due to his drunkenness. It is now commonplace for me to fall asleep with Sapphiras in my arms.In the darkness with only a candle, I put my lips to Sapphiras' eyelids, who was sleeping comfortably. As I slid my lips to the tip of his nose and then to his cheek, I could feel the signs of his honest body.NnPercival?Just as I was about to touch his thinly parted lips, Sapphiras, who was trembling in my arms, called out my name in a sleepy voice. It seems like I woke him up, but I didn't care and kissed him again.Do you want to?No, I don't.Sapphiras said that after noticing my body's reaction.I have a desire to enter Sapphiras's narrow, hot and soft place. But I'll stop today. Sapphiras may be drunk, but I'm not confident I can control his excitement tonight. In any case, I can't do anything that would hurt Sapphiras.Are you not doing it?Ahjust do this today.I seeSapphiras pressed his face into my chest and immediately started breathing slightly. I hug his limp body again and close my eyes, but the sleepiness doesn't come.Maybe it was because the two of us had been alone for a little while. It's been a long time since we've been to a place where there are people, and I feel strangely nervous.I can't help but see a glimpse of the man looking at Sapphiras with lust-filled eyes. Sapphiras wouldn't even bother with a guy like that, so there's no need for me to worry about it. Still, I feel an indescribable discomfort welling up in me.It's not something that can be dismissed simply as jealousy.I had no idea that I had emotions that were so difficult to understand. I sigh quietly, unable to contain myself. What is this all about?Percivalyou can't sleep?Sapphiras, who should be asleep, was looking at me with a dazed gaze.Nothat's right. It looks like I can't sleep.I tried to deny it, not wanting to cause unnecessary worry, but I was sure that even if I made a suitable deception, Sapphiras would not be convinced. Avoiding unnecessary push and pull, I honestly admit that I can't sleep.I seemaybe you're too tired?Sapphiras slowly put his arm around my back and began patting me gently, as if he were soothing a child.Sleepysleepy, Percival is getting sleepy.Sapphiras is trying to lull me to sleep while fighting sleepiness. Sapphiras' kindness tickled me, and my unconscious tension relaxed.Many people like him will appear in the future. I can't stand next to Sapphiras as his companion if my heart is disturbed by something like that.Sapphiras believed in me and entrusted me with everything. That's why I can stand next to Sapphiras without being shaken by anything. It's just that.As if Sapphiras' spell had begun to take effect, I gradually fell into a comfortable sleep.Looks like I'll be able to sleep well tonightmelon: sigh, author is such a tease.
