CH 25

Today, Philia and I will inspect the territory.

However, it is just a date in the name of inspection. 

I've come to the territory several times to show my face, so I'm used to it to some extent, but It looks like I still get a little nervous in front of people.

Well, since Philia's appearance stands out, she must have had a hard time up until now.

That being said, we don't seem to need to have any worries about that here...

“ahh, Sirius-sama! And also Philia-sama!

"You look good no matter when I look at you"

"I'm looking forward to your baby."

The residents who know about me and Philia—or rather, the stores we visit and the residents who call out to us when we're walking, are all friendly towards us.

We are still at the engagement stage, but I couldn't help but find Philia, who smiles happily even though she's embarrassed when we are treated like a married couple, very cute.

But I feel like it's too early for an 8 years olds to have a child ... well, it's proof that I'm accepted as the future lord and Philia as the future lord's wife.

"Ah!  It's Sirius-sama!  ”

When I visited the orphanage on the way, I received a warm welcome from the children.

There are many children who want to work for me in the future, which makes me happy, but I tell them that they should be free to choose their own path.

I won't force them, so if they really want to come to me, it is up to them.

But even though ,"to make a choice without regret" is something that an 8 years old will not normally say, everyone nodded seriously, so let's just say it's fine.

“Philia, aren’t you tired?”

On the way, we decided to take a break at a store, and when I asked about it after sitting down, Philia answered with a smile.

"Yes, but I feel very comfortable here."

"yes?"

"Everyone really admires Sirius-sama. There are many people who don't care about my appearance, so I think it's a great city."

It is nice if my future bride have a favorable impression of the territory.

Well, it seems that the residents here were quite conscientious even before I came here, and in a sense, rather than my achievements, I guess it's part of the people's hearts.

Philia sits on a chair and strokes Queen the Pegasus.

There are a lot of people, so Knight the unicorn is hidden, and the phoenix Freya-chan is sitting on my head.

They have a strong stuffed toy feel to it, but even in this state there are no restrictions on their abilities, so they are also reliable bodyguards.

You wouldn't be able to imagine with how one is relaxed on top of my head, or how the other is quiet while being held by Philia, but...

"Ah, this dessert is delicious."

“It’s a tart made with white silver peaches, a specialty of our territory.”

Originally, it was called White Peach, but the glitter resembled Philia's hair, so I decided to rename it.

Wasn't there a resistance from the people?  I thought about that too, but maybe they were pleasantly surprised by my desire to please my fiancée, and it was accepted naturally.

I took one bite and it was one of the best tarts I have ever eaten.

"Yeah, it's delicious. You're doing a great job."

When I said that, the owner who was looking at me smiled happily.

That's when.

"Oi oi, what is this store? Every item is so bad that I can't even eat it."

Are you in your 30?

Three ill-mannered adventurers say that while splattering the special dishes on the floor and complaining to the owner.

"Aren't you embarrassed as a professional to serve such a dish?  ”

"Please sir customer!"

"We aren't fool to pay for this kind of food."

As far as I can see, all the dishes are quite delicious, but...I see, are you planning to make complaints and beat the price?

I feel sorry for other adventurers, to have this kind of people as colleagues.

"... I'm sorry for that. However, you will have to pay for the broken plate."

"Huh? You're going to go against us? We're on good terms with the lord here, so we can quickly destroy this store, you know?"

No, I don't know you guys...

That's what I say in my heart, but in an instant, the face of the calm shop owner was instantly filled with rage, and the gazes of all the customers in the store who were watching what was going on turned sharp and glared at the three men.

The three men were confused by the change of the air in the store.

To those three, the shopkeeper held a kitchen knife in both hands and said with a smile and piercing eyes.

"It doesn't matter what kind of hoax you blow, but I can't accept such demeaning words and deeds against the lord of this territory."

At those words, "That's right!", "There's no way a lord would do such a thing!"

"Stupid!" Echoed through the store.

There seemed to be adventurers and soldiers among them, and I could see them preparing their weapons with one hand.

If things continue like this, it's going to be troublesome, so after sighing, I stand up and head to the three.

"Hey, what is it, kid?"

"Well, as a person, you should refrain from doing bad things like that, right?

"You fucking kid!"

A man raised his fists in anger.

However, the fist didn't reach, as the adventurers and soldiers who were watching from the side blocked it without me having to do anything.

"I'm sorry, lord. Are you injured?"

"Oh, it's okay. More importantly, I'm sorry to disturb your break, but please capture these three people. The attempted assault on the lord and the threat by using my name to the shop owner. Let's judge all of them by law."

"Hey... your kidding..."

"Shut up! It's disrespectful to the lord!"

The three of were surprised at those words, and I said with a sigh.

"I don't know if this method worked elsewhere, but I won't allow such foolish imitations in this territory. That's why, please take a moment to reflect on your own actions."

After that, I left the three of them to the guards and departed from the store with Philia.

"Sirius-sama, are you fine…”

"I'm fine. Thank you for your concern."

"No... Even so, they all believe in Sirius-sama."

"I'm surprised too."

When I said that, Philia smiled, "But I believed in Sirius-sama first."

What a cute fiancé.

At a later date, after consulting with the adventurer's guild, the three were to be dismissed as adventurers and fined.

When the three were released and went out, they were stared at by the people of the territory, and it seems that they left the territory early, probably because they felt uncomfortable, but I don't know what will happen to them who are no longer adventurers.

If they fall into banditry, I should probably cut them without hesitation, but I warned him before they were released, so they won't do anything rashly.

In the end, my date with Philia was fun, even though there were a few incidents.