241. library dating
The royal library with a damp yet unique scent unique to old books.
It is a place that all book lovers would like to visit at least once not only for its collection of books, but also for its quality and rarity.
A compilation of knowledge and stillness.
There was a girl squatting with her back leaning against one of the bookshelves, eagerly indulging in knowledge.
The glasses hanging over the bridge of Eve’s nose.
In the past, I used to write every day, but recently, there are a lot of violent situations, so I don’t use it except when reading a book.
Even as I approached, Eve was so engrossed in the book that she did not notice this side.
Not wanting to disturb her precious time for nothing, I also wander among the bookshelves for a while in search of interesting books.
“……”
But the book did not go unnoticed.
It was because it was a royal library, so it was full of heavy and specialized books rather than light content.
Nevertheless, I dare to pick up a history book of the kingdom.
fluttering fluttering.
As I read through the book, I hear a small whisper of laughter from the side.
“Hi-Hi.”
Before I knew it, Eve, who had closed the book, was holding her knees with both hands and only turned her head to look at me.
“What, since when have you been watching?”
“Not long ago.”
Despite saying that, Eve didn’t seem to want to wake up. I keep laughing at what’s so good, but I’m suppressing my voice as much as possible because it’s a library.
No one except the librarian.
“There are so many amazing books. Discontinued books that are no longer available are easily accessible.”
Eve looks at the pile of books next to her with satisfied eyes. If knowledge, like food, is full, then she will be full.
“So why is Daniel here? Would you like to find any books?”
“uh……”
He opened his mouth for a moment, but then closed it again without uttering an answer.
He shrugs his shoulders to the puzzled Eve and gives the excuse he just came up with.
“Can you recommend a book or a book?”
I put the history book I was holding in my hand in its place. Eve snorted as if she was pleased with my request, and immediately got up from her seat and patted her ass.
“Let’s go!”
At Eve’s excited voice, I followed her slowly, savoring her back.
“Daniel’s favorite taste is a useful book. Books of great men, philosophical books, magical magic, herbal medicine, and traditional customs. I read novels from time to time, but I don’t see many of them here.”
Since it was Eve who had already recommended books to me several times, I strode along, listing my tastes.
“right. But today is a little different.”
“Hmm? You want to read something different! I am often like that too. Now, what do you want?”
I replied with a smile to Eve, who was making a fuss like a merchant.
“A book you really enjoyed reading.”
“Yes?”
“I’m curious about the book that you enjoyed so much that you read it over and over again.”
“Ah… well, then it’s a love story.”
Eve blushes and scratches her cheek with her finger. He nodded without hesitation as she glanced at her.
“Do you want to stay here?”
“Ah, I was just passing by. Wait!”
Eve runs away in a hurry to see if my heart will change. I followed her, and Eve, who was tapping the bookshelves with her fingers, took out a thin book and picked it up.
[Raibane’s Umbrella]
It was a book I knew.
I haven’t read it, but I’ve seen it a few times that it’s hung as a recommended book in a bookstore with a unique title.
“This is an old book, so it may feel hard to read. Still, it’s a really famous masterpiece. I was surprised to see you here too.”
“Yeah, I guess.”
The royal library seems to have brought in a minimal number of books of the novel type, but seeing that it occupies one of the seats, it is more believable.
After receiving the book from Eve, I sat down in front of the bookshelf and opened the book with my back leaning in the same posture as Eve did earlier.
Eve asked in surprise.
“Gee, are you going to read it now?”
“yes? By the way?”
“Aren’t you busy?”
“not really.”
The preparations were coming to an end, so there was no need for me to intervene and do anything. Meteor-blocking spire, dragon support, staff of Yggdrasil, etc.
It is true that I am taking the first steps in my work, but it was people who were much more professional than me who did it.
I’ve already done everything I can to prepare.
In the case of the last remaining Eris, he was currently training separately.
It could be harsh for her, but it was necessary.
A feeling of freedom after a long time.
Naturally, the body relaxes and is immersed in the smell of the collections, savoring the sentences and imagining the world of the author.
Starting with an interesting intro, the book had a charm that naturally attracted me to other things.
Then Eve brings another book and sticks right next to me. She raises her glasses and smiles bashfully.
“Looks like a library date?”
Although he blushes after he says it, I answered honestly.
“I know.”
“uh……?”
Eve looked at me with her mouth open as if she hadn’t expected such an answer. Pretending I hadn’t seen it, I turned my gaze back to the book.
focused for a while.
Eve, who has been concentrating on reading next to me, also turns the pages with her mouth shut.
Seruk.
Squeak squeak.
The rhythmic sound of flipping books felt like a rhyme, as if we were players in an orchestra.
The most tranquil ensemble in the world followed.
It lasted for a while, but at some point the sound of turning the book stopped. Eve was looking at me blankly.
“what’s the matter?”
“book. Are you having fun?”
I feel worried that it might not suit my taste. The contents of the book are interesting. It’s not my taste, but I can see why it’s called a masterpiece.
But the real pleasure I feel.
While reading this book, I felt like I was getting to know Eve.
If it was Eve, I would have been moved by this scene.
Didn’t Eve arouse admiration in this sentence?
Wouldn’t Eve like this character?
I get to know you through this book.
That’s why it can’t be fun, and I kept reading without noticing the passage of time.
Those words linger in my mouth, but I answer with simple yet implied words.
“Yeah, it’s fun.”
“is that so?”
Eve’s smile again.
I feel like a small animal like before. Memories of calling Najak come to mind.
Eve still had a faint remnant of those days, but Eve today has grown a lot compared to then.
“Is there anything you want to do after graduating from the academy?”
So, I was very excited to see what this child would look like when he graduates from the academy. I was curious about Eve, who had grown into a mature figure worthy of the name Lady.
Eve tilted her head for a moment, as if she thought my question was out of the blue, but gave a small answer as if she was opening a precious jewel box.
“A writer.”
“Um, writer.”
It was one of the expected answers, so I wasn’t too surprised, but rather, Eve’s response was that he had unlocked an embarrassing secret.
She began to explain the supporting facts as to why she decided to go to the end of what she said and why she chose the profession of a writer.
“So, I happened to have a lot of experiences while traveling with Daniel, right? So, I thought it would be fun to adapt it and write it while thinking about it.”
“Well, I’m sure you won’t find anyone who has had as many experiences in such a short time as Eve.”
That’s because, starting with the Academy, the state of the continent was a mess.
“Yes? I haven’t laid it out in detail, but I’m still thinking about it in my own way. I also plan to attend lectures from Professor Bertio, who is a playwright.”
“Professor Bertio was there too. Surely he can help you a lot.”
Because he was famous even among the elves just by writing a simple play.
“Good.”
Watching Eve conceive of a plan in her own way, I involuntarily smiled benevolently.
It wasn’t just about preventing the apocalypse, she was thinking about what would happen after she prevented it, and even the present time was accumulating as an experience.
“So, Daniel.”
Eve fidgeting with her finger on the book cover.
When I tell her to talk casually, Eve asks while avoiding her gaze.
“Is it okay if Daniel is the main character?”
“me?”
“Muh, of course I will change the name! However, I want to copy Daniel for things like his personality and his way of speaking!”
Eve suddenly spoke very quickly.
From her point of view, it seemed quite courageous, but I didn’t care.
“Do whatever you feel like.”
“I, really?”
“Yeah, changing the name shouldn’t be a problem.”
“thanks!”
Eve clenched her fists excitedly.
I tried to focus on reading again, but Eve asked, saying that I forgot.
“But what will Daniel do when he graduates?”
“me?”
graduate?
when you graduate
In the past, there was a time when I thought of returning to a Sherpa once I graduate.
But now…
“I have no idea.”