CH 28

Chapter title: They went out to the bar

「We’re finally in the city.」

Serena let out a tired sigh and languidly laughed.

A few hours ago, the gates opened to reveal a luxurious carriage with soldiers guarding it.

Perhaps that was the carriage that the royalty rode in….

But we couldn’t take our time to look at it because we were being swarmed by merchants at that time.

「Uuuuu, I’m so tired of all the people talking to me.」

Serena was a rare elf and a beautiful woman, so many people were talking to her.

「We’ve got enough money for the time being.」

I took out a few rainbow carrots and showed them to the merchant. The place was in an uproar, and the merchants who have heard what I said threw out their lines and rushed over.

They were so eager to get their hands on them that they started bidding on the carrots, and we were able to get quite a lot of money.

「Let’s find an inn first.」

We’ve been through danger and our minds are tired. I think I need to rest first. I called out to Serena and began to walk through the city.

「Welcome, is it only the two of you?」

We walked to the center of the town and entered a nearby inn.

「Yeah, two people for a week’s stay.」

「How would you like the room?」

The young girl at the reception desk looked at us cautiously.

As if she was trying to figure our relationship, since Serena was hiding behind me.

She showed us the price list. A single room was more expensive than a double room.

I think about it and…

「Two single rooms, please.」

「Eh?」

When I said that, Serena shouted in surprise.

「What’s wrong?」

I asked Serena back….

「Well, wouldn’t it be better if we took a double room? It’ll save us money.」

She insists, slurring her words.

「We’ve already got the money. I don’t think it would be a problem.」

「Ugh…..」

Serena took a step back and….

「B, but money is finite! We might need it in the future, so we might as well save it!」

With that desperate insistence, Serena’s state of mind became apparent.

Perhaps, she doesn’t want to sleep alone in a city full of humans.

「Excuse me, I’d like a double room.」

「Understood.」

「Phew. I can finally relax.」

As soon as we were shown to the room, Serena’s expression softened and dressed comfortably.

She threw herself on the bed, relaxed and closed her eyes, looking like a sleeping princess.

After a while, Serena opened her eyes.

「Hey, Elt. Thank you for listening to my request.」

She must be referring to the room.

「You were afraid of being in a single room, right? Fortunately we have enough money, and if it would make Serena feel safer, then of course.」

The journey will continue until we return home. If we don’t rely on each other now, the stress will be too much for us when the time comes.

「I see….. You’ve found out that much….」

Serena happily muttered and looked up.

「It’s true that I was afraid to stay alone in a human cite. But that’s not all.」

「What do you mean?」

Serena got up and whispered.

「I just didn’t want to leave Elt.」

Her lusty voice lingered in my ears for a long time.

After resting for a while, we settled down and went to the bar on the first floor of the inn.

We ordered some food and drinks there.

「I didn’t expect to be in the Kingdom of Erivan…..」

When I entered the city, I found out that this is Geitel, the second city of the Erivan Kingdom.

It is located to the east of the capital, and is a place that all people from other countries must pass through if they want to get to the capital.

My hometown, the Kingdom of Irkutu, is a long way east from here. Even if the travel went smoothly, it would still take more than a month to get there.

「What’s wrong, Elt?」

Serena, who was eating her food, tilted her head.

「No, it’s farther than I thought. I’ve been trying to figure out what to do.」

Even if we take a carriage, we may have to stay a few days if the carriage breaks. This is not good.

I suddenly thought about something…..

「I see. I’ll try it tomorrow.」

I thought of a better way.

「Hmmmm, you’re right, Elt. You’ve already solved it, haven’t you?」

Serena’s cheeks were red, because she had been drinking.

「Hey. The seasoning on this is really interesting, Elt, you should try it.」

She brought her fork to my mouth, and I tried it, and found that it was delicious.

「In this kind of restaurant, they use strong flavors to make people drink more alcohol.」

In the elven village, they don’t have spices, so they use herbs and other things to flavor their food.

「Hee. You’re right, this is so good, it makes you want to drink more.」

Serena seemed to be in a good mood as she took in a large amount of food and alcohol.

「Don’t drink too much.」

I warned her.

「Oh, Elt doesn’t drink too much. We’re in the middle of nowhere, so why don’t you ruffle a few feathers?」

Serena challenged me. You’re right. I was trying to act so I won’t bother anyone in the elf village. As a result, I don’t think I was enjoying myself to the fullest.

She was right in front of me, and it was safe in the city. It might not be a bad idea to drink once in a while.

「I’ll be your partner, if you insist.」

I shared a cup with Serena and began to drink vigorously.