The Unaware Harem Adventure Tale of the Strongest Enchanter ~~I Don’t Know My Companions’ Faces or Identities, but I’m Pretty Sure They’re All Guys~~ - 41. I Want to Peek Inside Grannaughts’ Room

41. 41. 41. 41. I Want to Peek Inside Grannaughts’ Room

A few days had passed since the Umbrella incident settled down.

After returning to the home base, my usual daily life came back.

While whistling, I scrubbed the bathtub with a brush.

The luxurious bathroom is the pride of our base.

Because it’s my favorite place, I make a habit of cleaning it thoroughly.

Well, I also just like doing simple tasks where I can space out and not think.

Zain was also scrubbing with a brush. She seemed to be enjoying herself.

“I-I like ba-ba-baths after, cle-cleaning.”

“Yeah yeah, it feels great to get in when it’s all sparkling clean.”

Since we were cleaning, Zain was wearing a white shirt and black half-pants. The shirt seemed to be borrowed from Felice. And that usual black clothing of hers had turned into pants.

According to her, magical tools that function like clothing are rare even in the demon realm.

It seems most clothing types can be replicated. But the color always turns black, and items with extreme sizes can’t be replicated. By the way, when I asked if a garter belt could be replicated, she said yes. Huh, that’s super lewd.

After finishing scrubbing the tub, I turned on the hose and rinsed it off.

Zain and I, while getting splashed, also washed the floor around the bathtub.

Her wet shirt clung tightly to her. And her black underwear faintly showed through.

“Good work, both of you. I’ve prepared lunch, so please come to the dining room.”

Felice peeked into the bathroom.

I had just taken off my shirt after cleaning and was wringing it out.

“Thanks. Zain, sorry, but can you get me a towel?”

“Y-yeah.”

Zain handed me a bath towel while glancing at my body.

She then asked, 

“Bi-big scar, want, to heal?”

“Oh right, I haven’t shown it to you before, huh. This scar’s old, so it’s probably impossible. Well, we’ve been together a long time. So it’s kind of a scar that proves I’m me.”

What she pointed at was the large X-shaped scar on my back.

It’s a scar from when I was a kid, and I have a lot of attachment to it.

“Sca-scar, is proof, of yourself?”

“It’s like, a special scar. Do demons not have stuff like that?”

“We do.”

“Then no need to explain.”

While I was wiping my body, Zain kept glancing at me.

Somehow, I felt like her face was getting red.

After I finished changing, I was about to tell her she should dry herself too,

But in an instant, she blew off the water droplets and returned to her usual appearance.

What was that? Amazing.

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At the home base, meals are basically taken however each person wants.

It’s very rare for all members to gather at the table. And usually, I only eat together with Felice and Zain. Since getting to know their faces and backgrounds, I’ve been eating with them almost every day.

After cleaning the bath, I headed to the dining room and found Grannaughts sitting at the table. Which was rare.

As I sat down in a chair, I called out to them across the table.

“That’s unusual. Didn’t expect to see Grannaughts here.”

“SOMETIMES, I FEEL LIKE EATING WITH COMRADES.”

Steam hissed out from their armor as they said that.

Why exactly does steam come out of their armor anyway? It’s a mystery.

Meals were already set on the table. Zain, who had been seated earlier, was eating as usual in her normal form.

Felice took off her apron and sat down.

I also took some bread from the basket and spread butter on it, just like always.

Grannaughts was also picking out bread from the basket one after another. They tossed them into the opening in their chest armor. Then, a plate with a fried egg and bacon, a bowl of soup, and fruit—all went into their armor one after another.

What in the world is going on inside there?

Not even chewing sounds can be heard… are they swallowing everything whole?

Maybe I should warn them that chewing is better for your health.

Felice suddenly stopped moving her hands with the knife and fork. It was as if she remembered something.

“You’re going to get your staff repaired, right? I should ask when you plan to leave.”

“Five days from now, probably. I still need to inform the guild and the guild master. I’m counting on you and Zain to take care of things while I’m gone.”

“Understood. Please enjoy your trip home after so long.”

“Thanks, both of you.”

Felice smiled. Zain nodded up and down.

When I looked forward, Grannaughts was quietly moving vegetables from their plate to mine. When I gave them a flat stare, they silently pulled their plate back.

Their eyes glowed blue.

“VEGETABLES, I DON’T LIKE.”

“That won’t do, Grannaughts. If you don’t eat your vegetables properly, it will affect your health. For an adventurer, your body is everything. You have to maintain proper nutrition daily.”

“…I’LL EAT, THEN.”

After being scolded by Felice, Grannaughts put the plate back into their armor.

After a while, the empty plate was ejected from inside.

I casually lowered my gaze to peek inside.

But with a *clang*, the chest armor slammed shut.

They finished eating and stood up.

Again, I failed to find out what was inside. Ugh…

◇

Countless barrels were placed at the entrance of the home base.

They were wine barrels purchased directly from the brewery.

I asked the male staff to move them to the storage behind the mansion and paid the fee.

All of the barrels belonged to Grannaughts. It might seem like a large expense. But they contribute more than enough earnings to the home base to cover it. So it’s actually well-deserved. Also, since they buy alcohol for the other members too while they’re at it, the total cost gets a bit cheaper.

After confirming the barrels were carried into the storage, I headed to their room to report.

“Hey, Grannaughts. You in there?”

Just as I was about to knock on their door, I suddenly stopped my hand.

Huh? I hear something.

I silently leaned against the door and pressed my ear to it.

*Whiiiiin. Gyorugyoru.*

*Barururururururu. Bashuuuuuuu. Gakon.*

What is that sound?

*Zunzunzun.*

*Clack!*

“Whoa!?”

“DO YOU NEED SOMETHING?”

Suddenly, the door opened. And my face smacked right into Grannaughts’ body.

While I groaned in pain, the door closed behind them. Then, they looked at me with concern.

“YOU OKAY?”

“Y-yeah, just bumped my head a bit. I came to let you know the barrels arrived.”

“THAT’S HELPFUL. I WAS JUST OUT OF BOOZE.”

“Good timing then.”

Grannaughts gently patted my head and said, “THANKS AS ALWAYS.”

Then they headed off toward the storage.

They’re a true gentleman. So cool.

It’s a shame I couldn’t see inside the room. But there’s no need to rush.

I’ll be staying in the frontier with them for about a month.

There’ll be plenty of chances to get to know each other.

“Thanks,” huh…

Even at my age, getting my head patted makes me kinda happy.

With that pleasant feeling in my chest, I left the spot.