Mebius World Online – Mari’s VRMMO Diary, Embarking on a Laid-back Adventure as a Novice - Chapter 153
153. Mari-nee and A Place that Even Surpasses the King
Just as my legs were about to reach their limit from sitting in seiza, the carriage abruptly stopped, and the King’s admonishments ceased.
Wondering what was happening, I cautiously peeked outside, noticing a commotion.
“Honestly, I still have much more to say, but this isn’t the best place for it,” the King admitted.
He had been talking for hours and still had more to say?
I was curious about how much more there was, but I knew better than to ask.
Curious cat pries
Into secrets, danger hides
Snake strikes, its demise
The words that came to mind formed a perfect haiku, though I knew it was meaningless. (tln: holy shit, the translated sentence is quite short originally)
It seemed I was more affected than I realized.
But where in this country could there be a place where the King is at a disadvantage?
As I pondered this, the King narrowed his eyes at me.
I realized too late that his cold gaze meant trouble.
“I have admonished your recklessness earlier, but it seems necessary to correct your understanding of your influence,” he said, smiling but with eyes that hinted at danger.
How long would this next lecture last?
As I began to tremble, forgetting even my numb legs, the King’s gaze softened.
“Well, let’s leave it at that for today. Any further delay might incite a riot. It’s quite unbelievable, considering the King is present.”
The King chuckled, a mix of amusement and resignation, as he opened the carriage door.
“Maria-san!”
“Maria!”
“Maria-nee-sama!!”
“Onee-chan!!!”
Retya-san, Lyle, Estelle-san, and the children from the church were there, smiling.
The feelings I had forgotten amidst the surprises and the tense journey flooded back.
Ah, I’m home…
Feeling a warmth spreading through my heart, I uttered a single word with a tearful smile.
“I’m back.”
“”””Welcome home!!!””””
Their voices rose in unison, joined by the other residents who had gathered.
“Didn’t I tell you? This is a place where even I can’t win. No one here can compete with you,” the King said, laughing clearly this time.
He watched us as we disembarked from the carriage and then quietly took his leave.
In a show of flair that avoided dampening the surrounding enthusiasm, the King departed swiftly.
“As expected of my King, even his departure is stylish!” Kanna-san remarked, feeling a surge of admiration.
Later, at Retya-san’s suggestion, a communal meal was organized in the dining hall. Initially, it was contained within the hall, but as people lined up outside the church began to join, it quickly overflowed, turning into a festival-like celebration.
Many brought food and drinks.
Unlike drinks, the food needed to be cooked to some extent.
Retya-san, along with the children from the church, were helping, but there were too many people.
Seeing the situation, I joined Gils to help, but for some reason, the demand for food increased even more, leading me once again into a culinary marathon.
Well, unlike before, Gils was helping, and there was variety in the dishes we were preparing.
Most importantly, being immersed in this joyous atmosphere was relaxing, or so I thought…
“You’re too slow. At that pace, you’re just getting in Maria’s way,” Gils said critically.
“Your sloppy prep work will ruin Maria-nee-sama’s dishes,” Estelle-san retorted, having come to help.
Sparks were flying between them.
In fact, it felt like they might explode at any moment if left unchecked.
“Could someone please stop them…?” I wished, but Roulette-san was still not fully recovered.
Instead, Simon-san appeared, asking, “By the way, is the cassoulet ready yet?” causing me to slump internally.
At this point, whatever happens, happens…