episode_0034

We have never enjoyed a hot spring together.

Let alone soaking in the hot water, I couldn’t even leisurely walk the nearby streets.

Speaking of the Duchy of David, it’s a hot spring.

Speaking of hot springs, the Duchy of David.

It was a hot spring that had become a source of pride for the territory to the extent that such words were circulated, but it was an ironic situation that the lord, Luna, and I had never enjoyed it.

But perhaps that was because of that? I was very excited to be able to enjoy a hot spring with Luna for the first time.

Of course, even if you enjoy it, it’s all about dipping your toes lightly.

Maybe some people might say that they didn’t really enjoy the hot springs to that extent.

I fully agree with that statement. Hot springs are all about relieving fatigue by soaking your body.

However, I wasn’t trying to enjoy the hot spring itself.

It didn’t really matter what you did.

Even if it’s hands instead of feet, and even if you’re rinsing instead of soaking.

Isn’t Luna the one doing that together? Then every moment would be new and special.

But then a thought occurred to me.

‘Are you barefoot? ?’

There is no such thing as enjoying a hot spring wearing everyday clothes, at least not according to my research.

Even with a lot of concessions, I used a bathrobe, usually a towel, to cover my body.

And in all cases the feet were without a single thread.

I don’t particularly like it, but I couldn’t help but be concerned.

“Luna, what do you think?”

I handed her a choice.

This was because once I started paying attention to her feet, I felt uncomfortable inviting her to do so.

If Luna refuses, it will be regrettable, but I will have no choice but to go back.

However, my worries were unfounded.

Luna readily accepted without any hesitation.

In fact, he even seemed a little excited.

Her innocent reaction made me feel somewhat uncomfortable.

I definitely didn’t intend to do that.

It was really pointless.

“Then we will guide you straight away.”

Count Arus took the lead with a happy smile.

Should I say that his expression resembles that of his father?

Since he had been watching me since he was a baby, he might have felt similar emotions to his father.

“Well, I hope you have a good time.”

“Yes, I hope the Count is safe too.”

After giving the tour, Count Arus exchanged a brief greeting and returned.

With this, it was just me and Luna who were left.

We looked at the small wooden structure in front of us as if we had made a promise.

It looks like a large square wooden basin. Inside, the water was maintained at an appropriate level, and outside, it was designed so that one could sit naturally while dipping one’s feet.

As I watched the steam blooming, I felt like I was being possessed without even realizing it.

I feel relaxed and my mind goes blank.

However, it couldn’t continue like this forever.

Even though I left the choice to Luna, I had no intention of wasting the opportunity I had.

“Then, shall we go in?”

Luna nodded slowly.

Soon we started taking off our shoes and socks.

I knew I shouldn’t do this, but my eyes kept turning to her.

This was because I was able to do it skillfully without having to concentrate on taking off my shoes and socks.

Isn’t that so? If he had asked her to do complicated calculations instead, Luna wouldn’t have lost her attention.

Anyway, it’s not my fault. The surroundings are bad.

Tuk-.

Luna took off her shoes and organized them neatly. The feet wrapped in pure white socks had a strangely cute feel.

It’s not the first time I’ve seen it. Because he even slept with Luna.

However, I was still excited. The fact that I had taken off the cloak of shoes gave me a very strange feeling.

Slurp-.

The hem of the skirt goes up the leg. The border between socks and legs, and a little beyond that.

I swallowed my breath and turned my head at the sight of my white, smooth skin being revealed.

Anyway, it was not polite for Luna to go any further than this. It seems like it’s already too late.

I also felt ashamed of myself for cowardly hiding and spying.

How can I say I protect her if I can’t overcome just this one desire?

If I didn’t change my mind, I might become the most dangerous person to her.

After coming to my senses, I suddenly felt that this moment was truly amazing.

While living as an idiot, I looked at women’s bodies to the point where I was sick of them.

Even if you go to a nightlife bar, aren’t there a lot of women wearing vulgar clothes?

Those people were there for me, pouring me drinks and feeding me food, so it would be right for me to be unimpressed because I was so used to it.

But, I was excited.

It’s not because of a man’s instinct or because I have unusual tastes.

Because it’s Luna. Just seeing bare feet made my heart pound.

Perhaps, because she sticks to skimpy outfits, even a little bit of exposure seems like a big deal.

Or maybe it’s because I love you.

‘No, I’m sure.’

I burst out laughing at the tickling feeling in my heart and quickly took off my shoes and socks.

Then he turned his head and looked at Luna.

The dark desire had long since disappeared, and only fresh emotions remained in its place.

Luna, who had already taken off her socks and had bare feet, was straightening her long skirt.

It would be good to say that preparations have been completed.

“Then shall we go in?”

Nod-.

Holding the hem of her skirt in her hand, she slowly stepped into the foot bath. Sleek, cute feet enter the steamy water, creating waves.

“How about it? Do you like it?”

Nod nod-.

Luna’s head keeps moving up and down. The slightly parted lips felt as if they were admiring.

How good must it be for Luna to react like that? It was my first time at a hot spring, so I couldn’t imagine how she felt.

Anyway, if Luna is good, it’s good.

With that in mind, I stepped into the foot bath and was able to immediately understand her reaction.

Paradise. That word fit perfectly. I just dipped my feet in it, but it felt like my whole body was melting by itself.

As physical tension is relieved, your mind also becomes at ease.

If I close my eyes, I feel like I can take a pleasant nap.

“It’s really good.”

[Yes, I look forward to the day when the hot spring is completed.]

“Then please do the same then… .”

It was a common recommendation. Then, it is a formal expression asking if we will be together again next time.

Of course I meant it. How great would it be to be able to enjoy a hot spring with Luna?

However, depending on the interpretation, it could have been misunderstood to mean that we should take a dip in the bath together.

Although it was something I didn’t want, I was aware that our relationship wasn’t deep enough to allow for mixed bathing yet.

“That… I never meant that we would go into the same bathhouse or anything like that. I just said this because I hoped we could have fun together.”

[Yes, I know. Confucius is not that kind of person.]

“I’m glad you know… .”

I shook my astonished heart. I was glad that I didn’t have to stay up at night feeling unfair.

Luna’s ears were slightly red, but she decided not to worry too much.

Even if she wasn’t, didn’t she have cold hands and feet? It may have been because my blood circulation improved after soaking my feet in the hot spring water.

Afterwards, we enjoyed a leisurely foot bath and had a constructive conversation.

By increasing the number of foot baths, people who are uncomfortable with hot springs can experience them.

They say that if you add tea leaves to make it fragrant, it will become even more popular.

After conveying the conclusions to Count Arus, the sky had already turned dark.

It was time to go back.

It would be a lie if I said I wasn’t disappointed, but I didn’t intend to overdo it. For us, time is not only now.

Slowly-.

The carriage departs and the surrounding scenery changes moment by moment.

I wonder if going out together today was a little difficult for you.

Luna was dozing off, unusually. Even in a running carriage. He was probably quite tired.

I, who was sitting across from her, carefully moved to sit next to her.

Her body, which had been swaying from side to side according to the movement of the carriage, tilted towards me.

I naturally gave my shoulder. It was with this in mind that I moved it to the next seat.

The sound of breathing quietly is cute.

I once again thought about how long my eyelashes were.

Suddenly, my eyes were drawn to cherry-red lips.

Perhaps because I went to a hot spring, my ears felt warm for some reason.

Eventually, when the carriage arrived at the duke’s residence, Luna slowly opened her eyes. In a half-asleep state, bleary-eyed eyes looked at me.

“Luna, you have arrived.”

Luna nodded as if nothing had happened, then got up and got out of the carriage.

So I thought it was okay, but he probably realized the situation too late and repeatedly bowed his head and apologized to me.

“You may be tired. There is no need to apologize.”

[but… .]

“If it bothers you that much, I’ll just borrow it next time.”

[You’re borrowing it?]

“Shoulders. If I’m really tired, I’ll borrow it.”

Luna tilts her head as if she doesn’t understand.

After belatedly realizing my own nonsense, I wanted to hide in a mouse hole.

It was a conversation in which no one got what they wanted.

Dinner was held after finishing the day’s activities.

my father said

“I heard that there will be a social church in a while. What should I do?”

Social church.

It has finally come.

It was an opportunity to obtain information about the family causing the civil war.