Chapter 16 Let’s go to the shopping mall together (2)
Chapter 16 Let’s go to the shopping mall together (2)
I was able to realize once again how great Flora’s momentum was.
I really didn’t expect the slightest hint of ants to take me to Cecilia’s room as soon as we promised to go out together on Saturday.
“Why do you go out?”
“Mr. Luke wants to give gifts to his family and friends back home! But he says he doesn’t know what kind of gift to give, so I’m trying to help.”
Cecilia’s eyes, like dark ruby jewels, turned to me.
I quickly said yes and bowed my back.
“I’ll give you permission, so you can use the permit to go out tomorrow morning.”
So today, Saturday, I was in front of Flora’s door waiting for her to come out.
Fortunately, I didn’t have to go out in uniform this time.
It was thanks to the clothes I ordered last week that arrived yesterday afternoon.
I chose and wore a beige outfit that looked a little more modest.
‘Won’t you say it’s strange?’
To be honest, when I saw myself in plain clothes in the mirror, I felt somewhat awkward. I picked it because I thought it would suit my dark hair.
…… Or maybe it’s because I’ve been wearing only imperial uniforms, so I don’t know if plain clothes feel awkward.
“When are you going to come out… ….”
I took my pocket watch out of my pocket.
10:10 Am.
We originally planned to meet at 10 o’clock and leave the imperial palace. However, it seemed that the preparation was a little late.
I guess I should knock first.
– Smart.
“Can you wait a moment? The lady-in-waiting isn’t ready yet.”
On behalf of Flora, her maid informed.
Well, you should understand.
Women of this era usually take a lot of time to decorate once. When my mom and Cyril try to go out once, it basically takes between 30 minutes and an hour.
So you can wait long enough.
“… ….”
Of course, I can’t help but feel bored while standing like this all the time.
I turned and leaned against the door. Then, just in time, I found Mulia passing through the hallway.
“!”
As soon as my eyes met, Mullia stopped her steps.
“Good morning, Lady of Count Fordward.”
“… ….”
It was embarrassing not to say anything, so I said hello, but there was no reply.
Well, since you don’t like me, that’s understandable.
Just when I thought they would pass me by ignoring me like this, Mulia ignored me. I should say I’m glad I didn’t ignore it at all.
Mulia walked right past me. I immediately cut her attention to her and gave her a squinting glance at her door, which still showed no signs of being opened.
After a while, the door burst open,
“Mister Luke! Did you wait a long time?”
Flora smiled broadly with her cheerful voice.
You don’t seem to be apologetic.
But it didn’t matter. After all, she is a person of a much higher status than I am, and it is not uncommon for her to be delayed because of her appearance.
“Oh my God, I finally see Mr. Luke in plain clothes.”
Flora’s emerald eyes sparkled with interest.
“Are you okay? It’s been a while since I’ve been in plain clothes, so it’s a bit awkward…….”
“Sure! It’s okay to wear a uniform, but plain clothes look good too!”
Flora smiled, furrowing her eyebrows. It was like a sincere compliment, so my confidence rose a little more than before.
“Then how about my dress?”
Flora spun lightly in her place. The movement was fresh and lively, and it felt like a spring breeze gently blowing on a spring day.
Flora wore a jade-colored dress similar to her own eyes today, with a design that boldly exposed her collarbone.
She chose a dress like that for a social gathering the other day.
‘Am I the type who enjoys exposure?’
Anyway, it was fresh in many ways because it was hard to see from women of this era.
“Mr. Luke. Aren’t the gazes too intense?”
“Your eyes are instinctively attracted to things that look good, Marquis Lady.”
“That’s a nice compliment to hear.”
Looking at her happy expression, my compliments went well.
For reference, this praise is not just a word of mouth. My sincerity is quite an implied compliment.
“I will escort you specially today, so please follow me.”
Flora held out her hand to me with her eye smile on her face.
Originally, of course, the gentleman should escort the lady. But since it was me who asked for her help this time, she should be willing to follow her.
“Please take good care of me, the young lady of the Marquis Simonion.”
“Yes!”
Hearing Flora’s cheerful reply gave her confidence.
* * *
So we rode a carriage rented from the imperial palace and moved to Delesson’s shopping district.
I rode a shabby wagon when I went to the secret bank last week…….
Perhaps Flora is the daughter of her marquise family, and she even serves as Cecilia’s maid, so she can enjoy this privilege.
Thanks to that, I was able to feel how insignificant my status was.
So you were intimidated?
No, not at all.
I’ve never really had any complaints except right after I possessed this body. It’s just amazing that you can ride a comfortable carriage with someone the size of a marquise’s daughter.
In addition to that, it was strange to live at the court and go out with a character who was only a minor role in the novel.
‘If you live in the world, all sorts of extraordinary things happen… ….’
This kind of thought comes to mind probably because the sky outside the carriage window is so blue.
However, I couldn’t stay immersed in sentimentality for long. Because,
“What is your younger brother’s age?”
“Are your mother’s favorite jewelry or the dress she likes to wear?”
“What is your childhood friend’s usual hair style?”
Because Flora’s barrage of questions kept coming in.
And unfortunately, I couldn’t answer nearly half of the questions properly.
Since she always faced her face, it should be said that she became rather insensitive in this place.
“I don’t know if that helped.”
“Whoops. Do not worry. I had a rough idea of what to choose for a present.”
You’ve definitely found the right person to ask.
Looking at Flora’s confident eyes, that’s what I thought.
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After traveling for about 20 minutes, the wagon arrived at the square, the center of Delesson. I got out of the carriage first and held out my hand to Flora.
She took my hand lightly in hers and carefully got down from her wagon.
“Now, all you have to do is follow me.”
Flora punched me in the chest. The wind naturally turned my gaze there.
The size was definitely on the voluptuous side compared to Cecilia’s.
However, compared to Emma, the sense of volume is a little disappointing…….
“Now, let’s go.”
It was only then that I was able to escape from the devil’s clutches.
“Yes. Please take good care of me.”
Flora led with her light steps, and I moved behind her. She headed in the opposite direction of the street I went shopping for clothes the other day.
There are so many shops here, too.
I rolled my eyes here and there as I looked around Delesson’s main street.
As expected of the capital of an empire, it was neatly and well-maintained wherever you looked. It was a heaven and earth difference from Nedville, where I lived.
“Is this your first time visiting this street?”
Flora turned her head in this direction.
“Yes. There are so many good places here.”
“Whoops. It’s one of Dellerson’s downtown areas. There are many other places to go besides here.”
“Please introduce other places next time.”
“Of course.”
That eye smile is really cute whenever I see it.
If you are a tolerant man, you will be bewitched in an instant.
I’ll never be bewitched, though that would be an exception.
“Get in there!”
I followed her trotting Flora into the store. There were various jewelry and precious metals on display.
“First of all, let’s pick out a present for Mother!”
Together, we inspected the jewelry and precious metals on the shelves. Then a finely crafted sapphire brooch caught my eye.
Flora clapped her hands as I picked it up.
“I just noticed that too. We got through!”
“Oh. How amazing.”
I’m sure my mother would really like this.
I asked the shopkeeper the price.
“It’s 25 gold.”
Oops.
I only have 30 gold to spend right now…….
Since I can’t do this or that,
“Are you over budget?”
Flora suddenly came up to me and whispered something in my ear. As her breath reached my ear, she unknowingly flinched at her shoulder.
“Hmm? Why are you like that?”
Flora, one step away from me again, tilted her head.
What is it? Are you unaware?
It’s better to get over it for now.
“Yes. Unfortunately.”
“Oops… ….”
Flora let out a moan as she lightly pressed her own cheek with her index finger. She seemed to be contemplating what to do.
“Let’s take a look at the other places.”
She told me that she was Flora and she told the store owner that she was going to go. We left the store with the owner seeing us off.
“Come to think of it, I didn’t ask how much money to spend. How much can you spend?”
“I’m thinking up to 20 gold.”
“Aha.”
Flora shook her head, then she smiled.
“With that much, you can choose a good enough gift. Just follow me This is a place I know very well.”
“The Lady of the Marquis Simonian is a very trustworthy guide.”
“Whoops.”
We moved to the next place in a friendly atmosphere.
-Continued