Chapter 66

Chapter 66: The Marriage Announcement. Men Can Be So Pathetic...!

"Why are you such an outlier?"

Upon returning to the guild hall, I explained the events at the Merchant Guild.

"I got approval from the Merchant Guild for the Laura matter, and I'm glad I could register with them too!"

"Rock's expression after the exam was amusing. He was threatening Rock, after all!"

Laura was enjoying herself alone.

"Rock doesn't like bugs, but this time, I can't help but sympathize..."

Shikibu looked down and lightly shook her head.

"Yesterday, it took five minutes for both of us to treat Murasaki's injuries, even when I healed Murasaki, but to do it in an instant..."

Laura responded with interest before mentioning her meeting with Kanna.

"Was your date with the appraiser enjoyable?"

"It wasn't a date!"

She deliberately said it to make it a point of contention.

"Wait, the appraiser is Kanna?"

"Yeah, but we only talked a little."

"...Really?"

"It's true!"

It's tough not to be trusted...

"We're about to make a significant announcement, and that expression won't do! Come on, smile, smile!"

Yes, they're about to announce Shikibu and Murasaki's marriage to the guild members. Murasaki has been restless since earlier.

"Well, I'll head downstairs first."

I went down to the first floor and joined Shiro.

Shiro was by the reception desk with Iria.

They were clearly emitting an aura that men wanted to talk to them, but Iria must have been protecting them.

"Shiro!" I called out and went to Shiro's side.

The guild members' piercing gazes were uncomfortable...

"Iria, thanks for protecting us!"

"No, it's only natural to protect Lord Shiro."

This one has completely become a Shiro supporter.

"Hey, everyone, listen up!"

Murasaki called out loudly from the middle of the stairs.

The guild members in the guild hall all turned their attention to Murasaki.

Naturally, Shikibu was by her side.

Murasaki, who had everyone's attention, suddenly fell silent.

...Did her nerves stop her train of thought? Shikibu, who couldn't bear it, said,

"Shikibu and Murasaki have decided to get married!"

I want to say to Murasaki, "You're pathetic! This isn't a situation where a woman should be speaking."

There was a brief moment of silence, followed by cheers.

"It's about time."

Iria, who was next to me, muttered.

"Did you know that those two were dating?"

"Yes, I think not only me, but probably most of the guild members here know. They seemed to be desperately hiding it, though."

I see, it's a common pattern.

If they're actively hiding it, I suppose it's best not to bring it up.

"Iria, I have a little request..."

"Yes, what is it?"

I asked Iria for a favor, or rather, cooperation.

At a later date, when everyone gathers, I want to celebrate their marriage in a big way.

It's fine if it's just a symbolic donation.

I absolutely won't force anyone.

However, I want to surprise them by keeping it a secret until the day, so I'd like all the receptionists to help.

"Well, that's fine. However, it's only possible to handle it at the front desk, so there are limitations."

That's true. For anything else, we'll take care of it here.

Back at the inn, I called Shiro and Kuro.

First, I confirmed with Kuro if he could transform into a human form.

It turns out he can, so I had him transform.

He appeared as a 190 cm tall butler-like figure, with slanted eyes and long hair tied back.

There was a faint scar or wrinkle on his forehead.

Perhaps that's his eye as well.

...This guy definitely fits the handsome category.

If Shiro and Kuro are with me, I'll clearly be the unfortunate one.

Life ahead of me seems like it's going to be tough.

I explained Shikibu and Murasaki's wedding to the two (since Kuro can transform into a human form).

Since Shiro has sewing skills, she will make Shikibu's outfit.

I measured the size accurately with my Appraisal Eye.

This has to remain an absolute secret. If Shikibu finds out, she'll undoubtedly kill me.

I'll use the wedding dress I saw in my previous life as a reference for the design.

Although Kuro also has sewing skills, I'll have her check on Toguru's whereabouts first, and then have her make Murasaki's outfit.