24 Making a Costume for Fiona

"Daddy, when can we play?"

Upon her inquiry, Leon chuckled and affectionately pinched her chubby cheeks once more.

"Well, what would my dear little daughter like to play with?" Leon asked gently.

"Anything! As long as Daddy is around, Fiona will be happy playing anything~" Fiona blinked her round eyes and expressed affectionate words that also momentarily caught Leon off guard.

He never expected that one day his little daughter would tease him like this! 

Her words significantly amplified the sense of happiness and love within him.

If there were a system panel, it would seem the notifications of his love for Fiona were constantly on the rise.

"You truly have a sweet way with words, little girl," Leon remarked with a helpless smile as he gently rubbed her small nose.

"Hehehe~" Fiona giggled, swaying left and right in embarrassment.

Their playful banter brought a smile involuntarily to Lyra's beautiful lips as she watched the interaction between the two.

After a while, Leon returned to pondering what kind of game would be suitable for his little girl, until suddenly an idea entered his mind, causing his eyes to sparkle with excitement.

With a mysterious smile, he gazed at Fiona cradled in his arms and declared, "I know of games that are both fun and exciting."

Captivated by Leon's enigmatic smile, Fiona grew intensely curious, eager to discover which game he had in mind.

"What game is it, Daddy?" Fiona asked excitedly.

However, Leon only smiled in response to her question and turned to look at Lyra beside him.

"Lyra, could you assist me with preparing something?" Leon asked casually.

"Hm? Of course, Your Majesty," Lyra replied promptly, her curiosity piqued like Fiona's.

"Then, please gather three meters of white cloth, scissors, a needle, thread, a pencil, a ruler, paperboard, and dye paint." Leon swiftly explained the items he required on the spot.

In this fantasy world, while the technological civilization wasn't as advanced as the modern world he once inhabited, certain basic items were readily available.

As Leon listed everything he needed, both Lyra and Fiona were taken aback and puzzled by his request.

"Daddy! What game are we playing?" Fiona's golden eyes flickered with intense curiosity.

Perhaps intrigued by the numerous intricate items Leon had requested, she anticipated that his game would be a lot of fun.

"Hehehe! If I tell you, it won't be nearly as fun. Let's keep it a surprise," Leon chuckled, shaking his head slightly as he maintained his secret, leaving Fiona feeling dissatisfied.

"Humph! I want to know what Daddy has planned," Fiona muttered, puffing up her cheeks in annoyance and snorting to the side as if she were angry.

Leon simply smiled and turned to look at Lyra, who stood silently beside him, clearly puzzled.

"So? Are you able to gather everything?" Leon's inquiry instantly snapped Lyra out of her confusion, and she nodded quickly.

"Of course, Your Majesty. Please wait a moment, and I'll gather everything," Lyra replied respectfully before swiftly disappearing into the palace.

*Five minutes later...*

Lyra hurried towards Leon, clutching a sizable bag in her hand.

"Everything you asked for is in this bag, Your Majesty," Lyra announced as she handed it over to Leon.

Observing this, Leon smiled and accepted it, proceeding to inspect the contents thoroughly.

All the items he had requested were present inside the large bag, and he nodded in satisfaction before turning his gaze towards Lyra.

"Thank you, Lyra," Leon said with a gentle smile, expressing his gratitude.

"You're welcome, Your Majesty," Lyra replied respectfully, nodding in acknowledgment.

Fiona, her gaze fixed on the large bag, felt an overwhelming urge to ask Leon a question, yet she restrained herself.

Of course, Leon was aware of her curiosity, but he was determined to maintain the element of surprise.

After all, it wouldn't be as enjoyable if this little girl were to uncover the surprise early.

Without hesitation, Leon seated himself on the grass and meticulously laid out all the items before swiftly commencing his task.

Fiona and Lyra settled on either side of Leon, eager to observe his actions.

Particularly Fiona, who was on the verge of speaking up, unable to contain her curiosity any longer.

At her tender age, Fiona's curiosity and sense of wonder reached their peak, making it impossible for her to contain her inquisitiveness any longer.

With her small palms clenched, she gazed at Leon with a pitiful expression.

"Daddy~ Can you tell me what you're doing?" Her innocent, round eyes shimmered with tears, as if on the verge of crying.

Observing this, Leon immediately halted his work and released a small sigh.

"You're truly eager to find out?" he asked, his tone tinged with sympathy and compassion.

"Um!" Fiona nodded eagerly, her honesty evident.

Seeing her pitiful expression, as if on the verge of tears, Leon couldn't bear it any longer and began to explain it to her.

"Well, since you're so curious about what I'm doing, I'll tell you. I'm actually making a costume for you," Leon revealed.

His answer came as a surprise to both Fiona and Lyra, who had been silently observing his actions with keen interest.

"Costume? What kind of costume, Daddy?" Fiona inquired eagerly, but her curiosity was met by Leon pressing his index finger to his lips in a playful gesture.

"Secret..." With a mischievous smile, Leon resumed his task, ignoring Fiona, who pouted like a disgruntled hamster at his response.

To create a costume for Fiona, Leon's initial step was to estimate her height and sketch her outline with a pencil.

Then, he proceeded to calculate other body measurements, such as arm length and shoulder width.

Given that the costumes he crafted weren't overly complex, he navigated through the process smoothly and effortlessly.

After all, he often spent his free time making his own costumes and hero robes, making this task quite manageable for him.

After thirty minutes of seamless work, Leon paused and smiled, gazing down at the simple yet charming costume in his hands.

"Finally finished..."