Chapter 11.3 (1/2)

Chapter 11.3

PART III

As expected of a Royalty, how generous.

After the shopkeeper inscribed the initials as Rafael had said, I looked at the finished product and shuddered at its price. Uhh, it kind of has the same price as clothes, though….

Although they’re called as the purveyor to the government, it’s not like everything they handle is expensive.

But for this store, it looks like they don’t deal with the amount of money lower n.o.bles could afford.

[Felicy, if you have what you need then we’re going back.]

[Yes. Sheryl-san, are you also finished?]

[I’m fine.]

I can’t tell them that just looking at those prices make me shudder so I’m unable to touch them.

Although the shop’s decorations are eye-catching, I don’t think I can get them as we leave the shop.

[How are you? Are you tired?] (Felicy)

[That was a lot of fun! I was able to take a break at the cafe, so I am not too tired and it may be the first time I have had such a fulfilling holiday.] (Sheryl)

Although there were some of the town’s information that I’m embarra.s.sed to touch again, it wasn’t that hard once I got used to it, and there were also the guards who helped secure enough s.p.a.ce for us to pa.s.s through.

I guess this was all thanks to Rafael’s and Felicy’s follow up.

[Oh my! If you say it like that then I’m also happy! If you have clothes you’re interested from the stores I’ve recommended, please don’t hesitate to tell me.]

[How many time do I have to tell you that Sheryl is a man before you understand it?]

[n.o.body said he’s going to wear a skirt…… Aah, but will it be hard to abandon a dress?]

It looks like I’ve become a dress up doll in Felicy’s mind.

But still, I wish she’d quit it with the dress.

[It will definitely look good on you! How about a design that completely shows your curves? Doesn’t Big Brother also think it’s fine?]

[…………]

[Rafael, can you not keep silent over there?]

It’s unbelievable, but I think I can guess why Rafael turned quiet.

Anyway, dresses should be out, right!?

Rafael, who notice I was staring at him, broke his eye contact as if he’s guilty of something.

[Although I find it regretful, I will excuse myself now. If there are any more opportunities, please do invite me again.

[Yup, thanks for today.]

As we’re getting near the school grounds, we part ways with Felicy.

Although she’s going to enroll in middle school, Felicy is still living at the King’s castle apparently.

After sending Felicy off to the carriage that picked her up, Rafael and I headed to the dorms.

[Are you going to rest as soon as you get back?]

[That’s right, because I think my body is more tired than I think.]

Even if I stay up, Nicole will probably stop me.

When I answered like that, Rafael stands in front of me and held out his hand.

[Then I’ll give this to you while I have the chance.]

[This is?]

When I received it by reflex, I saw that it’s wrapped in a beige wrapping with a red ribbon tied on it.

Its shape long and narrow.

[It’s the pen I bought at the stationery shop earlier. You should use it.]

[Ehh!?]

You mean that new work!? The one with the price comparable to clothes!?

I certainly

thought he was buying two books, though…….

[No way, I can’t accept such an expensive thing. Even though you’re the one who paid for everything bought from the store.]

[It’s only natural for me to pay since I’m the one who invited you. Use it in the cla.s.sroom starting tomorrow. I won’t forgive you if use a different one. Besides, your initials are already carved in it so I can’t return it anymore.]

[EHHH!?]

Rafael started laughing as if he’s antic.i.p.ating that I won’t accept it obediently.

[That’s because I’ve already thought you won’t easily accept it. Just give up.]

[….I can feel my hand that’s holding the pen to be trembling, though.]

[You’ll get used to it eventually. Just get used to it.]

He put his hand on my shoulder as he said so.

To be honest, I’m still not used to being casually close to Rafael like this.

Moreover, he doesn’t easily let go once he starts touching.

To Rafael, is my existence so thin that he has to touch me to confirm it?

Even now, his hand moved from my shoulder to my head.

I shook my head to escape from that hand.

[It tickles.]

[You have to properly use it tomorrow, got it?]

[I got it.]

I wish he’d let me off with his bluntness.

Whether it’s out of habit, I stuck out my lips and Rafael’s fingers brushed past it.

Seeing me stopped moving, Rafael laughed.

[Ahahaha, I just don’t get tired watching you.]

[It’s not good to tease!]