Chapter 40 (2/2)
“Please teach me horse riding and sword fighting too tomorrow.” After asking the favour from Rebecca-san, Diana, Marina and I returned to the inn by Hetty-san’s carriage. Once my mansion is completed, I do not need to go through the ha.s.sle of going back and forth from here to the city anymore. I guess it couldn’t be helped for now.
“Then I’ll see you tomorrow morning.” [Hetty]
Hetty-san said before she disappeared into the room. If that was the case then it might be good for us to have dinner together but, I guess that person must have her own agenda as well.
Well then, let’s work on my own things here too. It’s an extremely important job.
“……Now, Diana, Marina. I left for a short while in the afternoon so I could purchase clothing for your everyday wear. You can’t go around dressed in the same clothing every time. Most importantly it would be a waste. So, since I have brought them along, quickly try them on.” [Jirou]
After saying so, I rustled through the bag and tossed all the clothes bought from U○QLO onto the table.
Since the clothes were purchased directly, I could still return the clothing if they don’t fit. As I thought, it’s important to try them on quickly, isn’t it?!
Although I would like to snap some photos as reference, the most important thing would be to confirm the sizes first! It’s all for the sake of confirming the sizes!
And…..naturally I would be happier if they are pleased with the clothes too. I did go through the trouble of selecting each attire for them.
“Did you purchase that many just for our sake? Not to mention…….all of them look new.” [Diana]
“Well, they are new. There are underwear too….. And also garments for your exercise regime as well as other selection of cute clothes. Clothing made of sheer fabric like these are hard to come by here so, I’m sure they would look good on you two.” [Jirou]
“Getting new clothes…….this is a first……for Marina. For us slaves, we would be more than grateful with just receiving second-hand clothes……but these ……My liege, can I, really try them on?……Will it be alright?” [Marina]
I couldn’t help but wonder if the opposite responses I get was due to the fact that they were originally brought up in two completely different scenarios. Though there’s also the fact that Diana was once a princess from a royal family which could explain why she appeared apologetic when she was expressing her courtesy. In contrast, Marina fell into a mild panic, looking overly grateful that her complexion was overshadowed by a sense of remorse as she goes on. I guess they weren’t used to something like this, mentally.
Well, there were parts that made me feel annoyed, but there were also cute aspects to them.
I distributed the clothing to Diana and Marina according to their sizes.
Their heights are roughly similar but the shapes of their bodies are different so I was rather concerned in respect to sizes. Even though Diana might look fine in them, Marina, on the other hand….…Well, just see for yourself.
“Then I’ll be going to the other room. Just let me know once you’re done changing.” [Jirou]
I left the room after saying so.
Since those are newly bought set of clothing, wouldn’t it be better for them to take a bath first before trying them on? Well, the climate here is relatively dry and the smell of elves’ sweat can be rewarding in its own way so I guess there shouldn’t be any problem.
“We’re done.”
After waiting for a while, I could hear their voices calling out from the other side. Clutching the digital camera to my chest, my heart began palpitating with antic.i.p.ation as I went inside, but what made my eyes popped out was………
“………………………….” [Jirou]
“……..E-Erm, goshujin-sama, how is it?” [Diana]
Diana is wearing a jeans and grey sweater as a top.
Are you an ossan from a pac.h.i.n.ko parlour? Out of all the different choices of clothing available, why did you choose that kind of combination?………. Moreover, the sweater seems a little too big so it appears really baggy on her slender looking body, making her overall looks like a fas.h.i.+on faux pas. The impression given was truly regrettable.
Marina on the other hand………
“I…It’s Marina’s first time receiving such cute clothes so I kind of went overboard with it.” [Marina]
She blushed as she said so.
She is wearing a skirt over leggings with a bright green tunic as a top. In addition to that, she even has a fedora hat worn over her head.
Why must she……Marina, being her typical self, seemed to have done her best in putting the outfit together—-but, could there be a difference in our sense of fas.h.i.+on?
Although, I don’t think that Marina is at a level whereby she could even understands what fas.h.i.+on is about. Or, could it be that she is actually exhibiting her proficiency in displaying the charm of a knight when she becomes one?………That might be a possibility.
“How should I say this…., it’s too contrasting….” [Jirou]
“That’s right. Marina has overdone it. She should have kept it simple like mine. Simplicity in clothing portrays the ideal beauty. To begin with, what Marina said when she was trying on the clothes was uncalled-for. Even though that ‘chest protector’ was something that goshujin-sama has gone out of his way to purchase for her, she went, 『T-This is too tight. This must be for Hime-sama.』 Kunu! Kunukunu! Kunu!!” [Diana]
“Hiyaa–! Please stop it~~” [Marina]
Why are you so confident in that sense of style of yours……Diana……..
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In the end, Marina’s bra size……I mean since the cup size was much too small for her, the goods were returned. I have planned to exchange Diana’s sweater for another one size smaller one but, the rest of the clothing seemed to be a perfect fit for her. Seeing that the two of them didn’t seem to have any problem with how high the hems of their underwear are, I couldn’t say anything about it.
In regard to Marina’s bra, I should get the proper measurement before buying them online…….Well, for the time being there are still camisoles in which their function works like a bra so she’ll have to make do with them for now.
Iyaa, it’s quite troublesome since this master has the duty to look after the needs of his slaves. What’s more, I have to ensure not to make any mistakes in selecting their underwear as well which is quite a responsibility there.
I wonder if I should buy shoes as well on my next trip back to return the goods. Incidentally, it wouldn’t be a bad idea to stock up on safety boots too, seeing that it has the potential to sell really well here……..
No, rather it might be good if I were to bring the two of them back to the other side of the mirror as well so the three of us could do our own shopping together. They could try clothings on the spot too…..Nah, I think that might appear too conspicuous regardless.
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Footnotes
1. Something like jet lag
2. The Laundry-Drying Pole / (Monohos.h.i.+zao 物干し竿) is a name given by Sasaki Kojiro (a prominent swordsman during the Sengoku and early Edo period) to his weapon. It’s a recap from chapter 34 since Jirou enquired if Marina has any experience in handling any weapons before.
3. Image reference to Marina’s halberd here. The closest reference I can get to Marina’s actual halberd ;D
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