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Delicious.

It seems to be simmering over a good amount of time, and once it's in my mouth, the molluscs and meat fibers dissolve.

Yet it also has a fluffy texture and is probably the # 1 meat dish I have ever eaten.

The soup is also stuffed with vegetable umami and thick, so it tastes great when eaten on white bread.

"Is it delicious?

"Yes, very much!

Answer Mr Arash's question with a full grin.

"That's good"

"It was a treat. That was delicious, Mr. Druid."

"Oh, I'm just saying I recommend it."

At the end of everyone's meal, Captain Tabulo puts the sound insulation item on his desk again and presses the button.

"I'm talking about Mr. Ivy, and I know it's selfish of you to ask me to believe you, but I never talk to anyone but those here."

It does not look like Captain Tabulo is lying.

Can I believe this?

When I look at Mr Druid next door, I stare at Mr Tabulo Captain.

"Okay. I believe you."

After a while, Mr. Druid opens his mouth.

Besides, Mr Tabulo and Mr Lishgilmuth bowed their heads.

Good, looks like we got to talk.

"Well, it's time for us to go"

"What, already?

Mr. Arash gives an unfortunate look to Mr. Druid's words.

"Yeah, I have business to attend to."

"Was I? If that's the case, you can't help it, can you? I'd like to talk to you again, can I speak to you?

There is no particular problem.

"Isn't that nice?

He nodded to me when I asked Mr. Druid, so I told Mr. Arash, 'It's okay'.

When I heard my answer, I was greatly appreciated.

Don't be a little confused when people react like this, even though we just meet.

"Okay, I'll go. We had a treat today."

Take a seat with Mr. Druid.

"Thank you for the treat."

Thank you and leave the store in a hurry.

"Are you okay? Ciel, are you mad at me?

"If I see you, don't apologize right away"

"Yeah."

To keep Mr. Ashley away from that place, and to find out what Mr. Gilmouth and the captain were thinking, Mr. Druid decided to ride the invitation.

I agreed with that too, but there was only one problem.

Without saying anything to Ciel, I went back to the village.

About three hours after Ciel went to dinner.

He should be home by now.

"How was Mr. Lish Gilmouth and Captain Tabulo?

I did tell Mr. Ashley about me, but I don't think there's a problem with anything else.

Until they say it's sweet.

"Hmm, I guess it's okay. How's Sola reacting?

"He said it was okay."

Neither Mr Lish Gilmouth nor Captain Tabulo had Sola reacted.

And to Mr. Arash.

So all three are fine.

"Maybe he spoke to Mr. Ashley to protect Ivy"

"What? What do you mean?

For me?

"With magic detection, he cares about something with great magic. The Rish Gilmouth found out about it. I think that's why I let Ivy figure out who she is. If Ivy knew she was the benefactor of her child's life, her response would change."

I see.

Speaking of which, he said he would consult with Captain Tabulo about Mr. Druid and me.

You're saying that Captain Tabulo and the others talked to Mr. Ashley for me?

"And give us information that we're going to be at a disadvantage."

"Disadvantaging information?

"Top Secrets"

"Oh, yeah. That's not good information if we ask, is it?

Nobles are involved.

"Ahhh, because that was deliberate. When I was talking, I noticed because you were turning your gaze on me. I think if they do something against us, you can use that information."

Deliberately divulging noble information should have been a felony.

Maybe it means believe me, but it's too heavy.

"... Really? But why all the way there?

"You can say that this village flourishes at the festival. The very existence that saved me from the situation that had to end that festival would be the savior of the village."

Savior.

"What's up? A dark look."

"No...... are there other villages like this? As far as I'm concerned, I'd like to forget about that criminal organization."

I'm happy to be thanked by people I don't know, but it's too heavy.

"Ahhh, it's on that one. But crossing this village will calm you down a bit. And then there's the royalty and nobility of the king's capital, right? I want to see Ivy."

Right, calm down?

...... hmm?

"The royalty and nobility of the king's capital? What is it!

"I asked Mr. Seiselk. Who cares about Ivy?"

When did you ask?

Speaking of which, you've been faxing to each other quite often.

"Yes, so?

"The royalty and nobility of the king's capital seem quite grateful. 'Cause everything seems to have reached out to someone close to the king today, the organization."

Don't feel like you know that story.

"Huh."

"Well, you won't have to set that up. Feel free to think."

Feel free to let the royal family miss you?

I see Mr. Druid with my jito eyes.

I laughed lightly and was stroked in the head.

"Ma'am, it's 'gonna be'. And I think you can stay quiet from this village to the towns and villages around the king's capital."

"True! But why?

"In relation to the nobility at this village festival, I reached out to the nobility of the king's capital, using it as a stepping stone. Thanks to this, there is less damage in the villages and towns ahead"

I see.

If the damage wasn't huge, you wouldn't be grateful, would you?

"Good. I guess I'm feeling a little easier."

Let's forget about royalty now.

Because I can't help thinking about it now.

Push through the gate and into the back of the woods.

It's a pretty early walk than usual.

Aah!

Signs of Ciel are approaching with great momentum.

"I think Ciel noticed us. He's heading this way at an amazing speed."

"Right."

Walk out in a direction that shows signs of Ciel.

"Nah, nah."

Bass, bass, bass.

As Ciel landed in front of me from the top of the tree, he immediately rushed towards me.

"Wow, Ciel, I'm sorry, there's a reason! Listen to me."

Ciel hits me more and more.

That shock makes my body about to blow up behind me.

but I was able to escape the difficulties thanks to Mr. Druid's support for my back.

"Nah, nah."

"I'm sorry. I was going back to the village to see how things were going. I'm so sorry I disappeared silently."

"Nah, nah."

I stroke Ciel's head over and over again.

Continuing for a little while, Ciel exhaled heavily to see if he had finally settled down.

"Ciel, explain what happened."

Mr. Druid and I will talk about Mr. Ashley and Mr. Lish Gilmouth.

Ciel, listening to it still, grunted at me.

"Will you forgive me for leaving you?

"Nya-yay."

Good, you forgive me.