Chapter 171 - First Day of the Trip (

The demon nation of Dailan.

At the southeastern edge of the small nation facing the sea, there is Prince Atol’s mansion.

The mansion, which was many times the size of the Kazamachi’s house, was so big that the word ‘mansion’ sounded cheap, and we were all unaccustomed to it.

“… Nii-chan’s not getting up is he.”

Shouhei-san looked at the bed from the sofa by the window and muttered.

I guess he’s worried about Kunpei-san, who’s sleeping in the canopied bed.

“Uncle Alba says he’s fine now. His injuries are all gone, he just needs to wake up.”

I poured a cup of tea from the teapot Kayone-san had brought me and placed it on the low table next to the sofa.

“It’s late, Shouhei-san, so you should get some rest. In Japan, it’s already night.”

“Yeah… I’m going to bed after drinking this. Thank you, Aoi-neechan.”

Shouhei-san, who was suffering from jet lag for the first time in his life, took the cup in both hands and sipped it.

“Rat-san left after examining Nana. I wonder what really happened…”

The tiny little rat sage had already disappeared.

It’s been five hours since the accident with the transference magic circle.

I wanted him to explain what had happened to Kunpei-san during that time, but he didn’t give me any answers.

“Listen, Aoi. Clumsy-kun will have lost his memory for the past few hours. Please don’t tell him that he was turned into a dragon or that he was almost swallowed by a spirit. This is a very sensitive issue for you, the twins, and Clumsy-kun. I’ll tell you about it someday, but until then, I want you to stay as you have been.”

After saying this, he checked on Nana, who was feeling a little sick, and then immediately left.

His voice was heavy and serious, which was unlike my uncle who always spoke in a mischievous manner.

I had a lot to complain about, and even more questions.

I felt that his voice and Kunpei-san’s appearance at that time told me the magnitude of the situation, and I hesitated to delve deeper into the matter.

“Aoi. Jaja and Nana are asleep.”

“Ru-anesama. Thank you very much.”

Ru-anesama appeared from the door that led to the next bedroom.

Since Kunpei-san had collapsed today, I was the only one who nursed the babies.

I don’t know if it was because of that, but the twins were not sleeping well.

Normally, Kunpei-san would hug me from behind and we would have a nice relaxing time as a family.

Jaja, who loves papa, and Nana, who has become more spoiled since her fever, seemed to feel uneasy when he was not around.

Maybe that’s why they wake up and cry right after when we think they’re asleep.

Earlier, I was wiping Kunpei-san’s body, so I asked Ru-anesame to go comfort them.

“Nana’s fever is still rising. The rat said she was fine, but I’m worried.”

Ru-anesama sat down on the sofa, worrying about the next room.

“Uncle says it’s because she’s nauseated from the magic of the transference circle and she’s not used to the air here. Don’t worry too much, she’ll get better with time.”

There were many suspicious things going on, but there was no one else I could turn to when it came to dragons and their illnesses.

The only dragon doctor in the whole world is Alba Germain.

“Hmm. I put a fever reducer on her forehead, but it doesn’t seem to be very effective because it’s for demons and humans.”

“Nana had a very high fever. I can’t believe it was only a slight fever.”

Shouhei-san nodded at Ru-anesama’s words.

The body temperature of us dragons is much higher than that of humans and demons.

Or rather, the range of our body temperature is quite wide.

For humans, a temperature of over thirty-eight degrees Celsius is considered a high fever, but for us, it’s a normal temperature.

I remember that when I had a cold in the past, my body temperature rose to a very high level.

I don’t get colds very often, and when I do, as a dragon, it goes away quickly.

Nana’s temperature was forty-two degrees.

If she were a human baby, she would have been hospitalized in an emergency.

When Shouhei-san saw the thermometer, his face turned pale and he panicked, which made me a little upset too, but after thinking it over, I realized that the temperature was not that high.

“Uncle left me a fever reducer. He told me to use it if her temperature exceeded fifty degrees.”

“You mean these suppositories?”

“Yes.”

Shouhei-san lifted up the bag that had been left on the low table.

This is the first time I’ve seen a medicine that can be inserted into the butt, it’s called a suppository…

Nana’s not going to like this…

“Hmm. I’ve never been sick before, so I don’t know, is it painful?”

“I’ve only been sick once before…”

It’s really rare for a dragon to get sick.

If you’re a dragon and you’re sick, you’re usually back to normal within a few minutes, and you don’t have time to feel pain.

I’ve heard from my uncle before that Jaja and Nana aren’t pure dragons, but rather a mixture of humans with Kunpei’s blood, which may make them more susceptible to human diseases.

I’ve heard that once you get a disease, you’re less likely to get it the next time around because you get something called a human… immunity from Kunpei-san through daily breastfeeding.

I strongly realized now that those twins are special after all.

“Shouhei-san, please sleep here with Kunpei-san. They’re probably going to cry more than usual tonight, so we’ll use the next room.”

I’m sorry Jaja and Nana, but papa can’t sleep with you today.

I know he’s tired, and I want to let him get some sleep.

“Are you okay? Aoi-neechan, aren’t you tired too?”

“No. Take it easy, Aoi. I’ll keep watch tonight.”

“Don’t worry. I’m confident in my physical strength!”

She raised her arms to show her energy.

I’m a mother!

It’s no big deal!

“… Well, if you say so, Aoi-neechan. Then leave nii-chan to me, I’ll take good care of him.”

“Yes, I’m sorry, but please do.”

Putting the empty cup on the low table, Shouhei-san got up from the sofa.

“I’m going to take a bath. I’ll be back soon.”

“Hmm. Don’t worry about it, Shouhei. Take your time.”

“That’s right. It would be terrible if Shouhei-san collapsed too. Please take your time to recover from your journey.”

But in reality, I was transported in a matter of seconds by the transfer magic circle, but even so, I was in a strange place and had been through a lot, so I must be tired, although I don’t think I realized it.

“Okay, but… anything I can do to help, just let me know, okay? Oh, where’s the bathroom?”

“The prince said that the maid outside would show us.”

Ru-anesama pointed to the door.

On the other side of the room, two maids were supposed to be waiting for us in shifts 24 hours a day.

There are many maids in Prince Atoll’s mansion, and several of them, Kayone and Utai, are standing by for us.

The prince seemed to be concerned about the accident with the transference magic circle and said that he would take care of everything during our stay in Dailan.

“What should I say to the maids…”

The Kazamachi family is a slightly lower than average middle-class family,

Father-in-law, Shouhei-san and Kunpei-san are all capable of taking care of themselves and the house, so they are not used to relying on others.

Maybe that’s why the person who is most troubled by the sight of a maid…

It’s actually Shouhei-san.

He’s probably confused because he doesn’t know what to ask for or how to ask for it.

It’s even worse for me and Ru-anesama.

For the first time in a long time, my shyness and Ru-anesama’s lack of familiarity with other people came into play, and I couldn’t even have a proper conversation with the maid.

“So this is what it means when they say on TV that ‘one’s own home is the best’.”

“Hmm. I feel restless.”

“If it was nii-chan, he’d probably get used to it in no time at all.”

That’s right.

Kunpei-san often calls himself ‘unsociable’ or a ‘loner’, but we know he’s not like that at all.

I look at Kunpei-san who is sleeping peacefully in his bed.

His adaptability is truly amazing.

No matter what kind of place, what kind of environment, what kind of atmosphere, he can adjust in just a few minutes and behave as usual.

No matter who he is talking to, he can immediately open up to them and talk to them in a friendly manner.

Most people who get over the fear of his appearance and come to talk to him would probably be taken aback.

Kunpei-san is quite a friendly and cheerful person.

I mean, I still haven’t convinced myself that he looks scary.

I understand that he has sharp eyes and that he’s big, but why should I be afraid of him?

He sometimes gets angry in public, but I think he laughs more often than that.

He is a good listener and cares for others, and he takes a step back, but when the time comes, he steps forward.

I don’t think there are many people like him out there, even if you were to look for one.

Is this something I feel because I’m in love with this person?

I don’t think so, but in my eyes, Kunpei-san is always calm, dignified, and cool, so I feel like there could be a filter for who I like.

“I love you.”

That’s right.

I’ve had so much to worry about that I forgot.

He told me he loved… me.

I was in a different state than usual, but Kunpei-san said he liked me.

… What should I do?

I’m too happy.

“Aoi? What’s wrong?”

Ru-anesama was worried about me as I plunged headfirst into bed, holding my mouth that naturally started to twist into a grin.

“Oh, it’s nothing. I’m fine… I’m fine.”

Calm down, me.

I’m calm.

Kunepi-san was in a daze at the time, he wasn’t normal.

So it’s not confirmed yet.

Don’t jump to conclusions. It’s meaningless unless I get the usual Kunpei-san to tell me.

But I’m too happy.

I’m so happy that if Shouhei-san and Ru-anesama weren’t here, I’d probably embarrassingly hug Kunpei-san and do something I couldn’t show to anyone.

What should I do?

I wonder what a normal human girl would do in a situation like this.

I have to study. I have to study hard so that whenever Kunpei-san asks for me, I will be able to respond properly.

When Kunpei-san wakes up and Nana’s condition returns to normal, he will be able to…

Maybe Kayone-san will be able to teach me.

Kunpei-san said it before, too. He said, ‘Prince Atol and Kayone make a great couple.’

Kayone-san, who has been in a proper relationship with a man and a woman, must have a lot of knowledge and experience.

I’d like to continue with that video that Ichika-san showed me before.

Now is the time to understand it and put it into practice. I’m sure of it.

First, Kunpei-san undressed me… and I undressed him… and I kissed him in various places… and finally he kissed me on the mouth… and then… and then…

“Aoi-neechan?”

“Aoi. What’s going on?”

“N-nothing!”

I was wriggling around on the edge of the bed where Kunpei-san slept, and they were seriously worried about me.

I jumped up and straightened my posture.

That’s right.

This is not the time for that right now.

I came to this country for Jaja and Nana, and now my husband and children are weak.

I have to be strong!

“I hope you’re okay. I’ll be going then.”

Shouhei-san took out a bath set from his luggage next to the door and walked out of the room.

“Hmm. I’ll get some water too.”

Taking the empty teapot, Ru-anesama also left the room.

Ah, I’m all alone now.

… a chance?

I looked at the sleeping Kunpei-san.

I gulped.

I can’t do it.

I can’t control myself.

Just a little bit.

I can even put my mouth over his now….

I slowly brought my face closer.

My heart was racing with excitement.

My nose collided with the top of Kunpei-san’s nose, and our body temperatures slowly transmitted from there.

“Nyaaaaaaah!”

“N-Nana?”

Did she wake up again!

Yeah, I know, right!

Mama has been bad, hasn’t she?

Attacking pap in his sleep, that’s not something a mama would do!

That was close!

My little girl has brought me back from the path of evil!

She’s a good girl! Great job, Nana!

“Fuaaaaaaahn!”

“I’m coming!”

The sound of Nana’s crying seemed to have startled Jaja awake.

I tidied myself and hurried to the next room.

Don’t panic!

I’m going to get my first kiss from Kunpei-san when he’s properly awake!

You don’t have to do something so cowardly, I’m sure Kunpei-san will do it for you!

I opened the door and entered the bedroom.

On the big bed, Nana was flailing her arms around, looking for me.

Next to her, Jaja was crying as she sat up.

Yes!

Mama’s here!

“… what was that?”

Hmm?

I think I heard a voice from the next room.

Was it my imagination?