I Was Reincarnated As An Instructor In An R18 Game... - Chapter 35

I’m sitting in the church’s reception room, having a late tea with Erika and Meiya-san.

The children are heading to bed because it’s late, though for me, it’s not time to sleep since it’s just 10 PM.

It’s not so much that it’s bedtime, but more likely because what I whispered to Dill got around to the older sisters.

Afterward, Dill was happily taken away by the older sisters.

After that, Erika did her best to encourage herself and continued the conversation.

Making arrangements for Erika’s protection when she goes to hunt high-quality cloth, thread, and slimes.

Appraisal and sales at Marika-san’s Flower Garden. [TL Note: Marika’s second shop that deals with more everyday clothing and bedding.]

The conversation turned to distribution, but Erika still doesn’t agree with what I said, so the three of us are having tea.

Erika crossed her arms, rested her arms on her chest, and looked at me with a dissatisfied look on her face.

Meiya-san also places one hand on her cheek, wearing a troubled expression.

The idea that distribution is unnecessary still doesn’t sit well with me.

“No, I told you, right? I want you to prioritize getting things for Suzuya.”

“But doesn’t distribution have nothing to do with this?”

“…No, actually, you’ve got some ulterior motives, don’t you?”

She said that, then turned her gaze toward Meiya-san.

After Meiya-san, who had been looked at, made a surprised expression, she slightly blushed and shyly turned away her gaze.

…No, Meiya-san. It’s not that kind of ulterior motive.

I pointed to the sleeve of her habit, smiled, and spoke.

“Meiya-san, you’re good at embroidery, right?”

“Eh… Yes, I had to practice when I became a Sister. I also sew clothes for the children… Uh, what about that?”

I listened to Meiya-san’s words and quickly glanced at Erika.

Then Erika muttered, “No way…” and looked completely stunned.

Inside, I’m laughing, but I continue talking with Meiya-san, who is tilting her head.

“Is selling embroidery, either from Meiya-san or the church’s arrangement, prohibited?”

“…No, there’s nothing like that. In fact, I believe God would forgive it if it’s for the church and the children. …But, are there people who would want embroidery arranged by the church?”

“I think you’ll understand if you look at Erika.”

When I said that to Meiya-san, who had a troubled expression, she shifted her gaze to Erika who gave a surprised, wry smile.

Erika, with eyes lacking light, smiled and muttered, “It will sell, of course it will…”

…Erika, I understand how you feel, but you need money, right? You no longer have noble status.

You need to earn money because you have to support Elysia-san and the maids.

As Erika said, the embroidery arranged by the church will sell.

Subtle yet vibrant embroidery done on the cuffs, handkerchiefs, and aprons by the church’s Sisters, not noticeable but striking.

This is generally referred to as church-arranged embroidery, and it seems the basics are taught by the church as part of their training.

What’s amazing is that, surprisingly, there’s a different arrangement for each Sister.

There may be similar embroidery, but they only resemble each other; the details are completely different.

And among both nobles and commoners, there are many who are deeply devout to the church… and God.

In other words, just saying that a Sister sewed it makes it a brand-name item.

As I kept looking at Erika, she cleared her throat embarrassedly and started talking.

Since it’s just Meiya-san, there’s no need to rush; she wanted her to embroider the finished pillows.

She was desperately explaining to Meiya-san, who doubted whether it would sell, that she wanted to sell it separately.

Finally, Erika told Meiya-san that she would meet with Marika-san tomorrow, then ended the conversation.

As I was about to step outside with Erika, Meiya-san called out to me from behind when I put my hand on the door.

“Reid-san, thanks to you, I was able to avoid making a mistake. Thank you.”

“…Meeting you on the main street, Meiya-san, might have been a blessing from God, don’t you think?”

I’m not religious enough to come to the church to pray, but it’s a romantic thought.

At my playful words, Meiya-san smiled gently and lowered her head.

When I stepped outside after saying that, the three adventurer girls were having a conversation.

Incidentally, Erika was giving me a sharp look in response to my remark, which I saw from the corner of my eye.

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The three adventurer girls walk a little ahead on the night road at 11 PM.

On the way to Suzuya, Erika suddenly mutters under her breath.

“Isn’t it about time you made a move on me too…?”

“…No, I’m not some beast who would attack a woman who isn’t my lover.”

“…I know.”

Erika stops and looks up at me, her gaze silently pleading with me.

She emits a charm so radiant it’s clear even in the dark, a presence stronger than usual.

I stop as well and ask her with a serious expression.

“I’m a 29-year-old man… aren’t you worried you’ll regret it?”

“Don’t make fun of me. Do you think I didn’t think this through? I’ve considered everything, hesitated, made a decision, and this is what I chose.”

“…You’re a reliable woman.”

“If you think that way… shouldn’t you make sure not to let me slip away?”

Contrary to her confident words, I can tell her eyes are moist from the light of a nearby streetlight.

When I touch Erika’s shoulders, she jerks slightly and then smiles cutely.

As I bring my face closer, she shuts her eyelids tightly, so I give her a kiss that just brushes her lips.

After kissing her and pulling away a little, I smile at Erika, who opens her eyes and touches her lips with her fingers, her cheeks flushed.

“I’ll make sure you don’t regret it, so please be my girlfriend.”

“…I’ll gladly accept.”

She smiles beautifully, looking happy, and gives a noble-like bow.

The scene, illuminated by the faint light of a streetlamp, was breathtakingly beautiful.

Without thinking, I pulled Erika’s waist closer and gave her another brief kiss in response.

Erika was shocked, but while tapping my chest with her hands, she turned her face away shyly and said.

“Already, you’re moving too fast!”

“…I did say I’d make a move once we became lovers.”

“W-We just became lovers, just now!”

With Erika looking so cute while angrily pouting, yet still carrying that radiant charm, I smiled and gently patted her head.

I made sure to do it gently, so her hair wouldn’t get messed up…

Erika initially had a surprised expression, but soon became shy and let me do whatever I wanted.

Meanwhile, the three adventurer girls were watching us a little ahead, grinning.

Naturally, when Erika noticed, her face turned bright red, and she shyly lowered her head.

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