Published at 5th of July 2023 06:20:19 AM

A Souvenir and Courage

SimplicityWeb Novel [ ]December 3, 20223 Minutes

[Oh, I shouldnt forget buying souvenirs for Macbeth and Mother as well.]

We continued looking around and were able to check a lot of different stuff when Serensama suddenly spoke of the souvenirs.

So all of that shopping shes done earlier is just for herself? I mean, she just remembered getting something for her mother and fianc.

[Father] (Laurel)

[Of course.] (Calis)

I can understand what Laurel wants to say even without her putting everything into words.

Ive been planning to buy souvenirs for Sasha and others as well in the first place. But now that Serensama mentioned it before me, it would look like I just remembered it as well and it leaves a bad aftertaste. Sigh

[Seryu will buy something for mother and the others as well, right?] (Serena)

[Un If I could then I would] (Seryu)

Why is Seryu agonizing over something like this?

Oh, is it because he doesnt know much about souvenirs since he doesnt go out too often?

Is he bothered by things such as how would family react to his souvenirs..? Will his father whos been slumped with work and barely has the time for them accept his gift?

[Uh hm Father] (Sry)

[What is it?] (C)

[Uhm will father take it?] (Sry)

I look at Seryu-samas eyes filled with fear and hesitation whether his father, the king, would accept a souvenir for him.

I think I am starting to learn more about this child as he speaks more about himself today. With such thoughts in mind, I hope I can reassure him somehow.

[*Smiles* *Nods* Ofcourse, Father will take it.] (C)

[Uhm wont it just be a bother?] (Sry)

[Theres no father in this world that would be unhappy receiving a present from their children, you know? Well I, for one, at least.] (C)

The king doesnt have any particular reason to decline a souvenir from his son and I highly doubt hell reject whatever Seryu might give to him.

Still, lets provide some advice to the young child just so he can raise his chances.

[However, I think it would be better if you try giving your gift when there isnt anyone else around. Some people easily gets pretty embarrassed after all.] (C)

I still cant get used to the feeling of talking to a prince like my own kid even after spending almost a whole day with him

Its just for today, though. So hang in there, self! As I was trying to revive the fire in my tired spirits, Seryu-sama finally made a decision.

[I understand Ill do my best!] (Sry)

[Un, do well.] (C)

Seryu-sama then started to look for souvenirs for the king and queen. Seems to me hes having a hard time though. Must be because it is his first time. That being the case, the princess, who noticed the same, steps in to help him pick the gifts. Considering how much she knows their parents, there shouldnt be any problems with Seryus choice of gift.

You can do it, Seryu!

Ah, really, as strange as it seems, its really heartwarming to see kids doing their best that you end up cheering for them!

On the other hand, I am also choosing souvenirs together with Laurel for our family.

Im in a bind though.

I mean, theres just too many things Id like to offer to Sasha!

Oh? Wont these toys do well for Mint and Basil as well?

[Father *Tugs*] (L)

[Hm? Oh, come, dear.] (C)

As I was in the middle of contemplation, Laurel called out to me seemingly asking to be carried once again.

Laurels acting pretty spoiled today even though were outside of our home. Not that I mind but is she deliberately acting like this because of Seryu-sama and Serensama?

Oh dear, you really want to hog your father all on your own? What a childish pretty little daughter. It just makes you cuter even more!

Shes really like her mother in that theyre both sweet and adorable!

[Father, please hold me tighter] (L)

[What a spoiled little girl.] (C)

[Is it bad?] (L)

[Of course not. Let Father spoil you more.] (C)

I mean, how can I decline when she looks at me with such cute upturned eyes? It was so super effective I wasnt able to stop myself from smiling!

Id really want to tell the world right now how my daughter is the cutest of all but No. I cant. I am the cool and calm Calis-san so I just kept my gentle smile.

As they said, cuteness is justice, isnt it? I strongly agree.