The Guy Who Doesn't Want to Be Found vs. The Girls Who Want to Know Who He Is - Chapter 22: Touring the Town

Chapter 22: Touring the Town

“So, where should we go next?”

We leisurely roam around the town, looking for tasty treats. I wonder if we’ll discover any new delicious spots. 

As we wander, I ask Liz if there’s anything particular she wants to eat.

“Is there anything specific you want to eat, Liz?”

“…Something sweet?”

“Sweet stuff, huh? Sounds good.”

Sweet treats around here… was there something? I haven’t had dessert recently, so that might be a nice change. 

Oh yeah, I remember there’s a cookie shop nearby.

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“Here we are.”

“What’s this place?”

“It’s a cookie shop. They’re easy to snack on, and I’ve been here a few times before.”

They sell cookies here at a good price, and there’s quite a variety. From regular cookies to ones with a refreshing taste, and even chocolate-based ones.

“I’ll get some with chocolate. What about you, Liz?”

“I’ll take chocolate too… and these and these.”

“…Got it.”

Well, I’m not surprised anymore. Eating a lot is a good thing. Seems like all the nutrients go somewhere other than her height, I guess.

“Ah, it’s been a while, but these are really good.”

“…Delicious.”

Liz seems very pleased. Her mood has improved too, which is great. Hmm, maybe I should consider making desserts occasionally.

“…It was delicious.”

“That’s great to hear.”

I’m glad the cookies were a hit. Sweet treats really are the best. Maybe we’ll come back here again.

“Where to next?”

“Hmm? Yeah, it’s getting late, so I’m thinking about grabbing a regular meal soon.”

“Huh.”

“What about you? Going back to eat with your party members?”

“Yeah, I’ll do that.”

“Okay.”

“Glenn, thanks for today.”

Liz steps a little closer with a smile to thank me. Looking at her again, she really is beautiful.

“Ah, I had fun too, don’t worry about it.”

“…Hey.”

“Hmm?”

“Can I… come along again if we find the time?”

“…Yeah, if the timing works out.”

“Really? …It’s a promise then?”

“Yeah, it’s a promise.”

But chances are slim. After this, they’ll probably hit rank 9. That means they’ll get busier, maybe even called upon by the country.

So, it’s rare that our times will align.

“Okay… see you then.”

“See ya.”

With that, Liz turned and walked away. 

Now, maybe I’ll take a break before heading to another restaurant. 

I’m in the mood for pasta today. Was there a pasta place nearby?

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“…I’m back.”

When Liz entered the inn, only Alice was there. Probably, Carla went out to look for magic books, and Stella might be asleep somewhere.

“Huh? You’re late. Were you somewhere?”

“Yeah… I was eating different kinds of food with Glenn.”

“Huh? …Eh?”

Alice’s red eyes widened in surprise, and she froze for a moment.

“It was delicious.”

“Eh? You were with him?”

“Yeah.”

“Nothing happened?”

“Nothing happened… and he didn’t give me any weird looks either.”

“I see.”

“Um… Alice?”

“?… What’s up?”

“Do I eat a lot?”

“Hmm, I wonder? Well, you do eat quite a bit, don’t you?”

“Is that so…”

“??”

Alice didn’t quite understand the point of the question. Liz touched her stomach, feeling it.

“For me… it just seems like all the nutrients go to my chest.”

She muttered that to herself, pondering.