Chapter 67 I'm happy
{TL: By Creed}
"Waah," cheers erupted, and I couldn't help but be surprised.
It seemed like they didn't care about the man at all, as the majority of people here were applauding with smiles.
Licorice floating above my head gently flicked my cheek.
"Come on, stop spacing out and wave your hand or something in response."
"Oh, yeah. Like this?"
As I waved my hand as instructed, the cheers grew louder, and I was even more surprised.
Seeing me like that, Licorice gave a wry smile.
"Be more confident. To them, Fate is like a newly born hero."
"Even if you say that... Hmm?"
I've heard something similar from Sofia before...
But being a hero or anything like that isn't my style, nor is it something I desire.
There's only one thing I wish for.
To become a man worthy of Sofia.
"Fate."
"Whoa, Sofia!?"
Sofia appeared out of nowhere, and I was even more surprised.
For some reason, she was smiling.
She seemed to be in a very good mood.
"You've returned."
"Yes, just a little while ago."
"Huh? Then..."
"Yes. I watched Fate's duel."
"Ah..."
It felt extremely awkward.
I think the correct action was to wait calmly for Sofia without causing a commotion...
But I broke that and caused a disturbance myself.
Yet, Sofia wasn't angry. Instead, she was smiling.
What's going on?
"Um... I'm sorry. I should have stayed quiet, but I caused a commotion."
"Well, if we consider our purpose, Fate's actions are indeed a minus."
"But I was very happy."
Sofia said so in such a gentle voice.
It seemed genuinely heartfelt, meltingly so.
"To have someone I love get angry for me, to fight for me... As a woman, there's nothing happier than this. Thank you, Fate. Thank you for giving me the joy of being a woman."
"Um, yeah... You're welcome..."
"I'm enduring it because we're in public, but if we were alone, I'd want to hug you right away. I'm so happy right now."
"Um, well..."
"At that time, Fate, please hug me gently too. Feeling your warmth, I can feel so calm, and moreover, I can feel happy."
"Yeah, I feel the same. Just seeing Sofia smile makes me happy."
Blushing, I stuttered in response.
"Ugh... Being so lovey-dovey, explode already."
Licorice, whom I had left out of the conversation, sulked.
"By the way, what about Aisha?"
I asked quietly just to be sure.
"She's fine. Cliff is taking care of her."
"I see, then I can be at ease."
I trust Cliff to a certain extent.
It might be unreasonable to trust him forever...
But for a short period, it should be fine.
But what about after that?
I can't leave her with him forever, and I need to think about Aisha properly.
"Wow, that was amazing."
Turning around, there was Doctor's figure.
"I've witnessed everything from start to finish."
"Oh, yes."
"He's one of my dedicated associates, a top-tier adventurer... I never expected him to be treated like a baby. The power of Lord Stuart is tremendous."
"Oh, no, it's not like that. I just got lucky."
"Don't be modest. I thought it was truly splendid... Oh? Sword Saint-sama has returned. I am Doctor Brassband, an executive of the Adventurer's Association."
"Pleased to meet you. I am Sofia Ascart. Though inexperienced, I hold the title of Sword Saint."
Sofia smiled and gracefully bowed.
Her speed of switching like that... As expected.
"I've been looking forward to meeting you. Not only young but very beautiful."
"Oh, no, it's not that much."
Sofia smiled, but I could tell she wasn't really laughing.
What she's thinking now...
Ordinary compliments are unnecessary, so it doesn't matter.
Is that the feeling?
Sofia, once she recognizes someone as an enemy, is completely merciless and unforgiving.
With prior information, Doctor seems to have already been recognized as an enemy.
Poor guy.
I pray for his dull future.
"I would like to talk about various things... but for now, let's enjoy the feast and rest slowly. We'll talk tomorrow."
"Yes, understood. I look forward to tomorrow."
"Likewise. Well then, I have other things to attend to, so I'll take my leave here."
Doctor bowed and disappeared elsewhere.
"Was that Doctor Brassband just now?"
"What impression did you get, Sofia?"
"He's quite a smooth talker. His mannerisms are polite, but his eyes are as sharp as birds of prey, so one mustn't let their guard down."
"Yeah, that's pretty much the impression I got too."
My impression is almost identical to Sofia's.
He looks like a gentleman, but he harbors a beast within.
If you show any openings, he'll mercilessly pounce.
"For now, let's enjoy the party without arousing suspicion..."
"Then let's go back to the room and share the detailed information."
"Drink up! Eat up!"
Licorice happily raised its voice...
Seeing that, both Sofia and I couldn't help but smile wryly together.
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The party ended, and I returned to the room with Sofia.
The bedroom prepared for us was luxurious, almost too extravagant for just the three of us to use.
However, there was one major problem.
That is...
"...There's only one bed."
TL Note: Next Chapter will have good readership.
Damn, the only thing she wanted to do was 'hug'? Not kiss or more naughty stuff?
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