Volume 7 Chapter 6 Under The Full Blooming Cherry Blossoms, I Dream Of An Ephemeral Dream
Mr. Lucian and Sir Ciel can really hold their liquor.
Now that I think about it, I feel like I saw something similar at the end of the year, or maybe I didn't, but first, Sir Stefan and Sir Roxas got completely wasted.
Sir Stefan was crying, saying, "Lydia, how many more springs can I celebrate with you? You've grown into such a lady... but in my heart, you'll always be my cute Lydia."
Sir Roxas was mumbling, "Why don't I show up in those dirty fantasies of yours... we even had a wedding, what's going on?"
Sir Rail was grinning and said, "The princess's wedding dress was so cute," and Mr. Lucian replied, "Honestly, I thought about just whisking her away," though it was hard to tell how serious he was.
Sir Ciel looked puzzled and said, "Wedding... wedding dress...?" So, when I explained what happened, he responded, "That sounds tough. Even in such a difficult situation, you came to me... thank you."
Eir-Eir was nibbling on Sir Ciel's hand, while Ms. Famine was playfully tapping him with her paw.
Sir Ciel was apologizing while feeding Eir-Eir and Ms. Famine some cherry blossom pudding.
He also petted Nel-Nel, who was a bit further away, and fed her some pudding too. Nel-Nel looked up at Sir Ciel with her big, round eyes and said softly, "...delicious."
It seemed like they made up. That's good.
FraFra talked about her work at the clinic and how the priests and doctors she works with can be strict, but she enjoys living quietly with her mom in the clinic dormitory, and every day is fun.
She said that while the people at the clinic are strict, none of them are bad. At least, they're not like the unpleasant people she knows.
It's tough, but I said I'd do my best. FraFra mentioned she can use light magic, and she wants to become a great healer, open a clinic, and let her mom relax.
Having a dream is impressive, I think.
What's my dream?
To keep doing Lobelia. To live quietly. To fill Lobelia with cute girls and children.
That was last year's dream. Now──
Mx. Margaret and Mr. Tsukuyomi say it's getting late and take FraFra home.
Sir Roxas and Sir Stefan have fallen asleep, and the gentle spring breeze is a bit chilly.
Sir Ciel takes off his robe and drapes it over me.
It smells like flowers. Wrapped in the sweet scent of the sun and the mysterious cherry blossoms, I rub my eyes.
I wonder if Sir Roxas and Sir Stefan will catch a cold sleeping here.
It seems the coronation ceremony is coming up soon. Sir Stefan looks busy preparing for it and seems tired.
Also, it seems King Zeere's health is getting worse.
Father Feldur and Sir Marx have been visiting the palace often to see King Zeere, and they've told Sir Stefan, Lady Emilia, and Lady Anna to start preparing themselves.
That's why they're rushing to get ready for the coronation, Mr. Lucian told me.
I hope Sir Stefan doesn't push himself too hard, but right now, he has Mr. Lucian, Sir Ciel, Sir Roxas, and Sir Rail with him. I think he'll be okay.
The world shifts from blue to a deep orange.
The sunset falls over the Holy Capital, which can be seen from the hilltop.
The sunset beautifully dyes the town orange. As the many white buildings of Holy Capital Ascalith turn a fiery orange, the mysterious cherry blossoms, as if waiting for the night, begin to shine in soft pink.
It reminded me of the shining town of Edelstein.
It was a beautiful town.
And beautiful people lived there.
"...So pretty."
I realized I had stood up from my chair without noticing.
The mysterious cherry blossoms blooming on the wide hill were sparkling.
It felt like I had stepped into a magical cave that glowed mysteriously.
The petals dancing in the wind sparkled too, gently touching my cheek before falling away.
"Ms. Lydia."
Suddenly, my name was called.
Just a moment ago, there was a table with food and drinks, and everyone was there.
But now, I was the only one standing among the mysterious cherry blossoms.
And right in front of me was Sir Ciel.
His hair sparkled like jewels, illuminated by the shining cherry blossom petals.
His beautiful red eyes seemed to see right through me, gazing at me intently.
I looked up at the tall Sir Ciel. His fingertips brushed my cheek, while the other hand rested on my waist.
I remembered the dance from the ball I attended when I was once engaged to Sir Stefan.
I had never danced before, but I had seen men and women twirling in the center of the grand hall.
"Sir Ciel, where is everyone...?"
"They've already gone home. You fell asleep halfway through, and there was a fierce battle over who would stay, but I won."
"I see."
"Right now, forget about everyone else. I want you to think only of me."
My body was drawn closer. Sir Ciel's face came near to mine.
The spring night was still a bit chilly. Sir Ciel's body was warm. Wrapped snugly in his thick robe, my heart raced. It was almost painful.
"...Ms. Lydia...Lydia. I love you."
"Sir Ciel..."
"Swearing our love under the mysterious cherry blossoms will make it eternal... My heart will forever belong to you."
"W-what's wrong, all of a sudden?"
"I want to start over... This time, I want to take it slower... I want to touch you."
His eyes narrowed lovingly. His face drew closer. Sir Ciel's silky hair brushed against my face.
Our lips──
"Lydia...!"
"Mr. Lucian...?"
Just as our lips were about to touch, a strong arm wrapped around me from behind.
His shiny golden hair fell over my face, like a golden curtain.
Mr. Lucian's surprisingly long eyelashes cast a shadow on my cheek.
"Lydia, I love you. My... everything is yours. So please, could you grant me your mercy? Just a little bit. I want to touch you."
"Lucian..."
Something soft touched my lips.
A warm, wet sensation entered my mouth.
It was sweet.
Like chocolate cake or pudding, so sweet.
And I found myself──somehow in a palace that looked like a dream, sitting on a throne.
In front of me, everyone from Saintwise and Leonsroar knelt in a line.
Next to me, Sir Roxas sat proudly on the throne.
He fanned me with a fan that looked like it was made from peacock feathers.
"Lady Lydia, our fairy, Lady Lydia! Hooray!"
I smiled widely and said something like "do as you please," not really understanding what I was saying.
Behind me, there was a mountain of food, and Eir-Eir, who had grown big like a hill, was munching away, saying, "Pumpkin pudding!"
Eir-Eir has grown so much.
Of course, when you grow up, you become a big woman. Eir-Eir is huge.
I want her to eat more and grow even bigger.
But if she does, she won't fit in Lobelia anymore. What should I do?
"..."
"Ms. Lydia, are you awake?"
"Lydia, I'm sorry for waking you. It's getting cold at night. We should head back soon."
Startled, I woke up, still under the mysterious cherry blossom tree.
I must have fallen asleep with my head on the table.
When I looked up, Mr. Lucian and Sir Ciel were peering down at me.
Sir Rail effortlessly lifted Sir Roxas and Sir Stefan over his shoulders.
He's slim, yet so strong. I guess heroes really are strong.
"Uh, um, I... I had a really embarrassing dream..."
"Next time, take your time and tell me, for sure."
"Ms. Lydia, you're so cute..."
I hid my face with both hands. I couldn't look at Sir Ciel and Mr. Lucian.
And I silently apologized to Sir Roxas in my heart.
What did I make Sir Roxas do? I'm so sorry.
Next time, I'll make something delicious as an apology. Let's keep the dream a secret. That sounds good. Yeah.
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