Logan was currently walking to the city along with Rubina and Lisa, who had taken a while to change. Lisa wore a brown fur-trimd cloak with midnight blue linings. It was elegant and, most importantly, warm for the occasion.
Rubina, on the other hand, didn't need to wear as much. She opted for a layered icy gray gown with a hooded shawl to shield herself from the snow that trickled down. Both girls wore winter boots to keep the snow out, and each had different accessories to complent their outfits.
Kai had decided not to join them. He stayed behind to pick out a wyvern for Chloe and himself, with the help of Wyver.
Logan, however, had a girl on each arm as they descended the castle's long staircase into the town. The town wasn't built flat; instead, it incorporated the mountain's peak, with buildings even carved into the mountain. Stairs would go up and down as they made their way through the market district.
Since it was midday, most of the shops weren't as full as they would be in the morning. This allowed them to enjoy themselves without worrying about crowds.
No one seed to recognize them, assuming they were tourists—an oddity at this ti of year, especially since most boys were out on the battlefield fighting demons. Because of this, Logan wasn't t with much kindness.
Still, no one dared to make a big deal out of it. The boy was clearly a noble, or so the townspeople whispered. Logan didn't mind their judgnt, though. He was more concerned with keeping both girls happy.
"Hey, look! There are lots of jewelry shops. Maybe we should see if they can craft sothing useful with our mana crystals," Lisa said, pointing to a few shops with various jewels on display.
"No, forget that! We should take a look at the magical appliances. Maybe there's one Marie can use as a reference," Rubina replied, slightly pulling Logan toward a nearby shop filled with intriguing tools powered by mana.
"Hey, relax," Logan said, his tone calm. "We'll have ti to look at everything. Just enjoy yourselves—we won't get a chance like this later."
He led them to the closest shop, his focus on keeping things balanced between the two.
At first, it was just normal clothing—outfits that looked good on both of them—but then things got out of hand. They were now looking at what Logan could only describe as swimsuits. He had to intervene, creating a dark fog using one of Regial's magic spells, which employed darkness magic to obscure vision and prevent any trouble.
"Sorry, Logan. How about this one?" Rubina asked as she stepped out of the changing room. She wore a gown fit for royalty—or so Logan thought. It was white, layered, and paired with a veil.
"Err… isn't that a wedding dress?" Logan coughed, trying to keep his voice low enough that Lisa wouldn't overhear.
"Oh? So this is the style your world uses for marriage? I'll take it, then," Rubina said mischievously, twirling to show off how she looked from every angle.
"You look great, Rubina. Now please change into sothing less likely to trip you—I'm getting hungry here," Logan pleaded, boredom evident in his tone. He had already spent an hour waiting.
"Sure thing... Now, what would be good…" the red-haired girl mused, wandering off to search for another outfit.
Logan was about to yawn when the curtain of the changing room Lisa was in opened, revealing her in a white dress that reminded him of the one Rubina had tried on earlier.
"So, how does it look, Logan? Does it look better than Rubina's?" Lisa asked, turning to show off the dress from every angle.
"It looks beautiful on you, Lisa—stunningly so," Logan said with a nod.
"I guess your previous remark to my other outfit was fake, then. That's how you should have reacted before," Lisa teased. "But fine—I'll change into sothing practical, as I overheard you were hungry. Just give five minutes," she added before disappearing back into the changing room.
After finishing their long shopping spree, they headed to a restaurant that many of the shop owners had recomnded. Though it was a bit far, the glowing praise from everyone convinced Logan it wouldn't be a waste of ti.
The small shop had fewer than eight tables, and they waited to be seated. A teenage girl around their age greeted them; she looked like she had just co from the kitchen, further emphasizing that it was a family-run restaurant.
With how highly people spoke of this place, I thought we would have needed reservations, Lisa sent to Logan through a ntal link.
"I know, but it does look just like what they described. Let's give them a chance—maybe it'll be as good as they said," Logan suggested as he was guided to a table for four. He was about to sit on one side to let the two girls sit together.
"Where do you think you're going, Logan? You'll sit here," Rubina spoke, pulling him into the seat between her and Lisa.
"Just what I was thinking... nice, Rubina," Lisa added, adjusting her chair with a smirk.
The teenage girl, waiting to take their order, stood uncertainly as the trio settled in.
It wasn't long before their food arrived. The advantage of visiting such a small, quiet place during off-hours was the quick service. The selection was limited but, as it turned out, incredibly delicious.
Logan was surprised to learn that the beef used in his dish had co from his hotown. While it wasn't directly from the herd under the rule of his Starhoofed Bull, it was part of the herd raised specifically for food.
Logan enjoyed spiced steaks paired with what seed like mashed potatoes. Lisa opted for an olet filled with assorted vegetables and diced chicken, while Rubina chose a pasta dish made from a type of potato shaped like ran.
Once they paid, the trio exited the shop and began slowly walking back to the castle. All three were equally pleased with the day's events. They had purchased enough to fill one storage ring and still needed another. Thankfully, with their earnings, it hadn't been too hard on their pockets.
Just before they entered the castle, they paused to take one last look at the town. Its landscape was truly breathtaking, with the sunset casting a perfect blend of colors that reflected off the snow. Each rooftop was tinged with soft pastel hues, creating a serene and picturesque scene.
"It was a great day. We finally found the wyverns… and I really enjoyed spending ti with both of you," Logan said, exhaling slowly. His breath was visible in the cold air. "It's just a sha there wasn't a cinema or sothing to end the day with."
The chill was beginning to seep through his clothes, making him shiver slightly. Lisa noticed and instinctively pressed herself closer to him. Rubina, however, gently pushed her away and summoned a small wisp of magic to chase away the cold.
Logan chuckled at their antics before wrapping an arm around each of them and leading them back into the warmth of the castle.
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