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Translated By Arcane Translations
Translator: Lord Fourth
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“What in the world happened…?”
Varis reappeared after the situation had calmed down somewhat. He gasped, taking in the chaotic state of the training grounds.
“Is everyone alright?”
He looked at the three battered girls with concern.
“I’m fine. It was a satisfying result.”
“I’m a little hurt, but it’s okay. I earned a chance to spend time with Arnold.”
“Honestly, I’m still sore~ But I get to go on a date with Arnold.”
Despite their disheveled appearances, they were all smiling, their expressions a mixture of ambition and joy.
They gazed dreamily into the distance, their smiles unsettling to him.
“By the way, Varis, where did you go? You disappeared without a trace.”
He asked, and Varis rubbed the back of his neck with an embarrassed chuckle.
“Ah~ Just the restroom…? It’s nothing, don’t worry about it.”
He tried to brush it off, but his demeanor was clearly awkward, as if he was hiding something.
“Really?”
…It was probably just his imagination.
“So, what happened? Weren’t you competing for Arnold?”
“Well, it looked too dangerous, so I intervened. It ended in a draw, with everyone getting a day for themself.”
There was no winner in this training session. It was a tie.
“Hmm, is that so? Well, I’m glad everyone seems okay…”
Varis looked at the girls, each smiling with a slightly dark aura.
“Alone with Master…”
“Good, the plan is perfect -”
“Heehee~”
“Everyone… seems to be in a good mood, haha…”
Even Varis seemed to sense that something was amiss.
The girls were all muttering to themselves, a suspicious air about them.
He had a feeling things were about to get troublesome.
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The promised order was Eilly, Melina, then Elisha. He would spend a day with each of them on their chosen day.
“Oof~”
It was a beautiful day.
“Eilly, are you ready?”
The midday sun gently warmed the royal capital. Eilly was excited, as if today was a special occasion.
She usually spent most of her day with him, but it was rare for them to spend their free time together like this.
“Yes, Master!”
Her heart was filled with excitement and nervousness. She smiled brightly and nodded.
Today, she wasn’t wearing her usual maid uniform but a soft, pastel-colored dress.
The dress emphasized her innocent charm while maintaining a modest design befitting a maid.
“Um… How do I look?”
There was a hint of anxiety in her voice. He nodded and replied,
“It suits you. You look beautiful, Eilly.”
He complimented her honestly. Her face lit up, and a faint blush colored her cheeks. She fidgeted with the hem of her dress and said in a small voice,
“Hearing you say that… makes me want to work even harder.”
He smiled faintly at her shy whisper. She seemed pleased with her choice, her smile filled with happiness.
“As expected, the streets are crowded since it’s midday.”
“But I like this atmosphere! Though I have to be careful not to get separated from you, Master.”
They walked towards the central district of the royal capital.
The streets were crowded, but Eilly lightly placed her hand on his arm, as if to stay close to him.
The gesture seemed natural, yet it also conveyed a subtle desire for protection.
“Master! There are so many pretty things! Are there any shops you’re interested in?”
They headed towards the market first. Merchants lined the streets, displaying their wares.
Eilly’s eyes sparkled as she looked around, but her gaze always returned to him, as if she wanted to share everything she saw with him.
“Master, what do you think of that ornament?”
She pointed at a particular shop. It seemed to be a store selling various accessories.
“This one?”
She was staring intently at a particular piece. It was a silver pendant in the shape of a cat.
“Yes! It’s so cute!”
It was an accessory item that existed in the original game. It had the effect of increasing the wearer’s agility.
Now that he thought about it, it would suit Eilly, whose speed was her weapon.
“Do you like it?”
He asked, pointing at the pendant, seeing Eilly’s interest in it.
“Uh… yes?”
Eilly hesitated for a moment and then nodded.
“Yes, I do. But… I thought it would suit you better, Master, so I asked.”
He bought the pendant without hesitation, sensing Eilly’s true feelings.
“Oh, Master…?”
And he put it around her neck right then and there.
“W-Wait a minute! I didn’t say that because I wanted it-”
She seemed genuinely flustered, her expression a mixture of embarrassment and gratitude, as if the gift was too much for her.
“It’s alright. It’s a gift. It suits you.”
“Eek…?”
She touched the pendant and looked up at him, her eyes filled with gratitude and joy.
“You put it on me yourself, Master… It’s like a dream.”
Her lips curved into a blissful smile. She thanked him profusely, as if she would treasure the pendant forever.
“Thank you. I’ll cherish this pendant you gave me for the rest of my life!”
Her cheeks, already flushed, turned completely crimson. She walked quietly, glancing at the pendant and then at him.
It seemed she liked the gift, which was a relief.
“This is it. I wanted to enjoy tea and snacks at a cozy café like this.”
Their next destination was a small café nearby. It seemed rather quiet inside. They sat facing each other at a table by the window.
“I’ll have this.”
After a long perusal of the menu, Eilly ordered black tea and biscuits.
He wasn’t a fan of tea or coffee, and he had a sweet tooth, so he ordered a sweet, cold beverage.
Perhaps because it wasn’t busy, their order arrived quickly, and they enjoyed their tea and snacks leisurely.
“By the way, Master.”
Eilly clasped her hands in front of her and looked at him, her eyes filled with admiration and affection.
“Thank you for taking the time to be with me, even though you’re so busy.”
He shook his head in response to her words of gratitude.
“I promised you, and you always work so hard. You deserve a day like this.”
A look of joy and relief flashed across her face. But then, she spoke in a slightly worried tone,
“You’re… truly kind, Master. I’m worried you’ll be swept away by another woman.”
There was a clear hint of anxiety in Eilly’s eyes. He was speechless for a moment.
His initial goal was to act differently from the original Arnold, and, although things had gotten a bit twisted, it could be said, in a way, that he had fulfilled his initial goal.
“You’re talking as if I’m a child.”
She shook her head slowly and quietly disagreed. Her following words were filled with a mixture of anxiety and resentment.
“That’s not it. it’s just that I can’t stand by and watch you be with someone else. I know it’s presumptuous of me, but that’s how much I adore you.”
A silence followed. He couldn’t think of a response to her feelings. To be honest, he couldn’t reciprocate her feelings because the future was uncertain.
He still hadn’t given up on returning to his original world. If he left her behind after forming a deeper connection, they would both be scarred for life.
He couldn’t help it, even though their relationship had already progressed beyond a simple master-servant dynamic.
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“Walking with you like this, Master, brings a smile to my face~”
Leaving the café, they headed towards a park in the royal capital.
The park was filled with blooming flowers and meticulously landscaped trees. Eilly held his arm tightly, looking around with delight.
“I think I’ve seen that flower somewhere before! Isn’t it beautiful?”
But her gaze always returned to him, as if he was her whole world.
“Shall we sit there for a bit?”
“Yes, I’d like that.”
They decided to take a break on a bench. Eilly sat close beside him, her hands folded neatly in her lap.
“Master, I’m so happy to be spending time with you like this.”
She was like a puppy wagging its tail beside its owner. She was especially affectionate today.
“I’m glad you’re happy.”
Her eyes sparkled at his words. But then, she lowered her head with a slightly worried expression.
“But Master… am I still someone you need? Am I a reliable maid, not like I used to be?”
He gently stroked her hair, reassuring her.
“You’re doing great. You’re so perfect these days that I can’t find any fault with you.”
She smiled brightly, relieved, and leaned her head on his shoulder. Basking in the midday sun, she whispered,
“You’re… my everything, Master. Promise you won’t leave me.”
He nodded lightly and stroked her hair. But his heart felt heavy, perhaps because of the feelings he had experienced at the café.
“I wanted to come here too! With you, Master!”
Leaving the park, they headed towards a famous fountain in the northern part of the royal capital.
It was a popular spot for couples, with various street vendors and performers around the fountain.
Eilly’s eyes sparkled as she stood before the fountain, her hands clasped together.
“It’s so beautiful here, Master!”
He nodded in agreement and looked around. The fountain’s water spray glistened in the sunlight, and couples chatted and strolled around it.
“Shall we sit for a bit?”
Eilly nodded happily and sat down next to him. She listened to the sound of the fountain for a long time without speaking.
Then, she gently took his hand and said,
“Master… I wish this moment could last forever. I can only be this happy by your side.”
Her voice was filled with longing and a hint of anxiety about the future.
“Heehee…”
She closed her eyes and leaned her head on his shoulder.
Droplets of water from the fountain sprayed onto them, carried by the wind, but she just smiled quietly.
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Leaving the fountain, they headed towards a hilltop garden near the royal palace. It offered a panoramic view of the royal capital and was especially beautiful at sunset.
They sat on a bench in the garden and watched the sunset together.
“Master… I had such a wonderful day today.”
Eilly turned to him and spoke softly. He smiled at her and replied,
“Me too. I’m especially glad you enjoyed yourself, Eilly.”
She blushed and looked at him, then leaned her head on his shoulder. The setting sun bathed her face in a warm glow, the moment peaceful as if time had stopped. And then, Eilly whispered,
“Master… I’ve been saying the same thing over and over, but… I want to say it one last time.”
“You’ll… stay by my side forever, right? I’m nothing without you.”
She hugged him tightly. At this moment, they looked like lovers to anyone watching.
“Of course…”
He replied briefly, unable to say anything more. All he could do was hold her tightly, reassuring her.
“I’m truly… a happy maid…”
She smiled quietly in his arms.
They ended the day like that, under the setting sun.
Eilly’s heart overflowed with emotions that couldn’t be expressed with words.
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Hi Lord Fourth here!
I’m new to translating so if you find some mistakes or inconsistencies let me know about it on the dedicated channel on discord.
