The Outings Conclusion

Previously: We bought bananas from a grocer.

Honestly, a few people have been following us for a while now.

Are they Mai ODolls acquaintances? Therere two or three adult males who look a bit shady, like they feel like theyre about to rob someone.

Hmm.

Maybe theyre guards the lord sent out to guard her from behind the scenes.

As evidence of that, they havent made a move on us. A genuine thief wouldve already had a decent number of chances to cause a stir and swoop off with her.

But sure, this works.

Mai ODoll still looked like she wanted to go somewhere, but its about time for us to head back to the mansion.

Mai-sama, lets head back.

Eeeh I wanted the date to last a bit longer cant we?

No. Youre being escorted Please, look that way secretly. See the men that look like a thieves?

Eh!? . I-is there? Arent they from the Pavuera family?

Oh, was that it? Nobles spying on each other?

Von ODoll making me into her guard was probably also to show off and get information. Lets hurry up and head back by devoting myself to my job as her guard. If I keep doing my work here indifferently, even they shouldnt misunderstand.

Which is why well be ending our stroll here. Alright?

Aww but Kehma-sama, if you just dealt with them

My job here as your guard is to not expose you to dangerous matters Do you want to be carried like a princess all the way back so that we could hurry?

Eh!? L-like a princess? U-umm, do you mean that like a princess?

I dont know what she meant by that, but it looks like she understood what the carry is.

Mai ODoll thought about something for a while, twisting and curling the ringlets in her blue hair. She then turns back to me and spoke with determination.

Then, u-umm please!

Sure, lets head off then Kuro, carry the Ojou-sama.

Okay.

Eh

Its not like I ever said I would do it.

Mai ODolls face filled with confused puzzlement, Meat suddenly picked her up and started carrying her.

Now for the assist functionality of the clothes golem to shine.

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Upon reaching the mansion, Meat let Mai ODoll down.

We made those thief-looking people eat our dust. The victory goes to the clothes golems boost My hips hurt.

Y-youre fast. I wasnt shook around at all. Youre much stronger than you look.

Ehen.

Meat was as expressionless as ever, but she still puffed her chest out in pride. Right, maybe she just expresses herself with her body instead of her face?

But I wanted you to do it for me, Kehma-sama. The princess carry.

Unfortunately, Im weak. I leave the physical labor to Kuro.

Kehma-sama, please give me a princess carry next time.

If theres another opportunity, I will.

Ill be growing up fast from here on, though. Its an easy chance for you to do it now!

What, I said Im weak, but I can at least carry a woman. Its alright even if I dont do it now.

Uhuhuhu.

Hahaha.

Mai ODoll hid her mouth with her hand as she laughed. Even though shes so small, this loli is an aristocrat.

Well then, how about we go report to Von ODoll-sama?

You can princess carry me to Otou-samas room

Outside of emergencies, I refrain from touching ladies in peaceful moments.

Muu, even though I wouldnt mind

Mind it! Rather, I just want to go back home.

I went to Von ODolls office, Meat and Mai ODoll in tow.

Knocking on the door, I went in after getting permission. Von ODoll was working on paperwork at his desk. Placing his fountain pen back in its holder, he smiled at us.

Welcome back. That went fairly quickly, I thought you would have played for a bit longer?

Yeah, we had finish early due to a few suspicious fellows. Also, is it alright if I complete the guard escort commission with this?

Sure. What sort of fellows were they?

I briefly explained the characteristics of the men I saw. Von ODoll nodded, his expression unchanging for the most part. I guess it was the Von ODoll sent them as guards route after all? It was a great excuse.

So, what about you? Have you decided to become Mais fiance?

He said it like me becoming her fiance was a done deal.

But I refuse.

On that, I shall refuse.

Right next to me, Mai ODoll seemed to deflate when I said that.

Hmm might I ask for your reason? You two only met yesterday, but I assume you would have learned at least a little about her in that time?

First off, nothings changed in the past half day. Secondly, honestly, I prefer my women bigger.

Hmm that so?

Ah, he hasnt given up. He looks like hes thinking about what hand to play next right now.

But youve activated my trap card! Ill stop that train of thought in its tracks!

Could I say something, Von ODoll-sama? On this matter, I do have an idea.

Hmm? What?

Before that

I took a glance at Mai ODoll. Von ODoll seemed to have guessed my intention.

Mai, please head back to your room.

Awww. Kehma-sama, I, I wont give up!

Listening to Von ODoll, Mai ODoll exited the room after a little hesitation.

Mai seems to like you quite a bit. Did something happen?

I didnt intend to do anything that would cause it.

Well, Ill have Mai tell me about it later. So, what was your suggestion?

I smiled from ear to ear.

Eat itmy revenge!

Its just a proposal but to be frank, she doesnt exactly need to be engaged to a man, right?

!? W-what do you mean?

Exactly what I said. I recommend that Kuro here be used for Mai-samas feigned engagement.

Very straightforwardly, I presented Meat to him.

I have several reasons but mainly, shes my party member, so she has the same achievements as me as an adventurer. Moreover, I can guarantee that she has a proven track record in the administration of Golen Village. All of my achievements are thanks to Kuro.

And I guarantee that all of my achievements are actually entirely because of Meat! I will continue to insist this, I will not accept any objections!

Meat looked my way. She was surprised. Von ODoll was surprised, too.

So, is there any other prestige shed need?

Well, lets say that her being a woman is alright. Shes even close to Mai in age But isnt she a slave? She has a collar on.

Kuro just likes wearing it. I am more or less supposed to be her master, but Kuro only wears that because she has a master fetish and cant settle down without wearing it. Von ODoll-sama, you had a son, correct? In other words, even if I married Mai-sama, it isnt like I would become the lord its not like it matters either way, though. At any rate, its just a feigned engagement, so it isnt as though the marriage would actually happen.

I prattled on and on with a sound argument, causing Von ODoll to flinch somewhat.

Y-yeah? Could I consider it?

Then for your consideration, I shall add this.

Time for the final blow. I took out Meats Adventurer Guild Card and showed it to him.

It was what we got from Haku-san Ventulier, was it? Im sure it had a noble rank like that. In other words, her B-Rank Guild Card was also proof of her nobility.