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  The pce was full of noise and energy, lively folks walking and running from pce to pce, a cheerful exge from left and right. The marketpce was very much merry and bustling, children pying around like little rabbits on the loose.

  There weren't only stalls, there were also stores by the roadside. From boutiques, cafes, bakeries, merdise stores, and many more, there are a lot of varieties, selling ead every produe could think of.

  "Thank you for the patronage!"

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  The chimes rang sofly and the gss doors soon opened, a bright and professional smile painted on the employee's face as she saw off their ers. Soon after some left, more people entered. It was a bright and busy day for the cafe.

  Amongst the ers, two hooded figures exited with smiles blooming on their faces, eyes swimmi and right as they sed the stalls and stores ly id oreets. On their hands were a couple of paper bags full of wonderful treats and snacks to enjoy.

  "Grey, try this ooo, it's delicious!" ［Yuna］

  "Eh～? But everything's always delicious for you!" ［Grey］

  "No! This time, it's really delicious! Like, super delicious!" ［Yuna］

  "Hmm... I'll have a taste then..." ［Grey］

  Not resisting Yuna's invitation, Grey simply lowered his head, taking a bite of the bread Yuna was holding onto. It was just all too sudden. Yuna couldn't help but be flustered by Grey's bold as, her face looking a little feverish.

  "Oh, you're right... it's goodー Hm? Are you okay, Yuna?" ［Grey］

  "A-Ah... Un... I'm fine..." ［Yuna］

  Or so she says, but she was red all the way to the tip of her ears. Thankfully, a hood was c her face so she was able to escape from embarrassment. Otherwise, her face would have turned even redder.

  Well, it wasn't only her. Though Grey was ag nont, unfazed by his sudden as, he was also a little embarrassed. Their retionship has gone on for several months already, he still couldn't help but get flustered. Some things never ge. He couldn't help but smile.

  "Right, this should be it." ［Grey］

  "A-Ah, un!" ［Yuna］

  Yuna still flustered, the two entered yet aore, the soft chimes dang in the air once again. It was a rge furniture store, beautiful mattresses, mps, desks and drawers dispyed ever so ly, a warm reception weling them.

  It has been more than a week since Grey and Yuna arrived at Moterno, and after staying there for a few days, they finally went home and eheir days in a leisurely and fortable manner, going at their own pad taking adventures from time to time.

  With Grey's massive increase in bat Power, his abilities also increased. Now, his "Sanctuary" whice had a diameter of two kilometers now has a diameter of about six kilometers. A massive increase which was always wele.

  Of course, with the massive increase in the area, it was the perfect time to execute their pn. As they have discussed before, they will be building a travel house ihe Sanctuary, and for that, they traveled all the way to the Royal Capital to buy a lot of furniture. Yet another shopping spree!

  "Good m, Dear ers. How may I help you?" ［Clerk］

  "Good m, we're here to buy a couple of things." ［Grey］

  "Of course! What would you be buying?" ［Clerk］

  "Let's see... We'll get some beds, couches, drawers, ets, tables, carpets, shoe racks, desk..." ［Grey］

  There was o Grey's list. Even though he said "a couple of things", such was not the case at all. The once smiling clerk was now faced with trouble as he tried to remember everything Grey said, his eyes swirling in fusion.

  "Ah, wait, we also need some closets and some desk mps." ［Yuna］

  "ht. We'll have some of those too, please." ［Grey］

  To make it worse, Yuna soon joined in on the listing of furniture and made things more troublesome for the clerk. Though he already took out a notepad and a pen, there was still trouble taking notes as the two were simply too fast.

  "Ah, sorry, would you like us to repeat that?" ［Grey］

  "Yes, please..." ［Clerk］

  Thankfully, Grey and Yuna still had human sides to them and listed things down a sed time, now much slower and much more thoughtful. Soon enough, a list was made and as one would expect, it was very long. Too long, in fact.

  Not to mention that Grey and Yuna also had some requests to sider, making the list even longer and more plicated. It was such a long order that the clerk he help of his coworkers to make things happen. About half of the store's employees were moved to fulfill their request.

  Thanks to everyone's help and the two's previous experiehe shopping took much quicker than their previous experience. In just less than an hour, everything was gathered and a long, long receipt was made, rge amounts appearing oer another in a long list.

  "Would this be all, Dear ers?" ［Owner］

  Of course, the happiest one was the owner of the store. His eyes were literally sparkling as he looked at the two, a rge smile on his face as he rubbed his hands against one another. He was clearly delighted.

  Well, it was only natural. After all, everything Grey and Yuna bought totaled to several dozen thousand kiels, a profit which would usually take several days to acquire. No money-loving mert would not be happy after such a rare opportunity.

  "No, these would be all. Thank you." ［Grey］

  "Then, how should we deliver everything? Since you bought so much, I would be delighted to give you a dist. How about it, Dear er?" ［Owner］

  "Ah, thanks for the offer. But we'll be fine by ourselves." ［Grey］

  "Of courseー Huh?" ［Owner］

  Frozen and speechless, the store owner was, uo grasp what Grey just said. Soon, fusion was added to the mix as everything they bought vanished into thin air with a simple flick of his finger.

  Be it the owhe employees, or the other ers, everyone's eyes opened in shock as everything suddenly disappeared into nothingness. The only ones who had a differeiohe children who looked excited if anything.

  "Thank you for everything, we'll be going now." ［Grey］

  "Bye～! We'll visit agaiime!" ［Yuna］

  "A... Ah... Yes... Thank you for the patronage..." ［Owner］

  As quickly as they appeared, Grey and Yued, goh the wind. The sound of chimes s in the air once again, the gss doors soon closing. Even then, everyone was still i shock, still frozen in pce.

  "Umm... Just who are those two...?" ［Owner］

  "We also don't know..." ［Clerk］

  It was useless. No matter how much they thought about it, they didn't know the identity of the two hooded figures. Well, even if they were hooded, they were also wearing disguises. It was impossible to know who they were.

  As for the tere the cause of everyone's shock, they were oblivious to such reas. They simply walked along the streets, smiles on their faces as they ate the treats they previously bought, heading to yet another shop.

  Well, the shopping spree didn't just stop there. After the furniture strey and Yuered other stores. Though be it the appliaores, hardwares, or even art shops, everyone had the same reas as the first store, shocked and surprised with Grey and Yuna's as.

  On the way, they also stopped by Zeff's store to buy some coffee, tea leaves, and of course, cocoa beans. Now, they have even more ingredients which they could use for making sweets and desserts. Everyone was happy.

  The sun tio climb the vast blue sky and after a few hours of shopping, Grey and Yuna had bought most of the things they needed. If anything, they were simply going around the market, heading stores and stalls which their eyes fancied.

  "Oh, isn't that..." ［Yuna］

  "Hm? Did you find something?" ［Grey］

  "Ah, no... I just saw a gift store." ［Yuna］

  It was not just any gift store, it was the biggest and most reputable one in the Royal Capital, one owned by a was the gift store which boasts the biggest variety and colle of merdise from all over the ti. A true gem indeed.

  Grey and Yuna have seen the gift store before, but now that they were in front of it, it looked even more fantastic. Even the furniture store from before was much smaller in parison than the gift store in front of them, only showing how successful it was.

  "Hmm... Should we head ihen? I was also thinking of getting everyone some presents. What do you think?" ［Grey］

  "That's a great idea! I also wao buy some toys for the kids!" ［Yuna］

  "Hahaha, it's decided then." ［Grey］

  There was no time to waste. As soon as Grey and Yuna decided on what to do, they sooered the store, the doors were opened by the security guards, a warm greeting then following soon after as soon as they took a step inside.

  ""Wele to the Leresta's Gift Store""

  It truly was on another level. Not just the employees, the store yout and design, the ess of the air, the brightness of the lights, and the arras of the shelves and items. It reminded Grey of the malls ba Earth.

  Of course, each item was also exceptional. Though there were many luxurious items on dispy, there were also affordable ones even oners could buy. It was one of the reasons why the store's reputation was through the roof. Everyone loves it.

  Grey and Yuna didn't just dilly-dally. Their heads turni and right, their feet also moved along. They walked through the isles and looked at the various items on dispy, finding all sorts of things from pens to vases and even paintings.

  "Oh, Grey, wouldn't Guildmaster Gaston like this?" ［Yuna］

  "A fountain pen?" ［Grey］

  "Un! I've seen him use them a lot of times so I think he'll like it." ［Yuna］

  A bck barrel and golden nib. It was full of simple yet intricate patterns, a red gem to be found embedded at the top of the barrel. Not just the fountain pen, its ink bottle was also very beautiful as well, exuding an aura of

  "And... Don't you think it just looks amazing?! It looks like something you would give to a schor. It's very beautiful!" ［Yuna］

  "Hahaha. Alright, let's buy it the's also buy a couple more with different designs. We could also use this, after all." ［Grey］

  "Ah! Then I'll have a be, too! The oh a violet gem!" ［Yuna］

  "In that case... I'll be going with a silver oh a blue gem. That way, we'll be matg, won't we?" ［Grey］

  Yuna tried to be discreet about it, but with her strangely specific requirements, it was easy to tell she just wanted one which reminds her of Grey. Of course, Grey wouldn't lose to her either. The idiot couple is once again flirting out in the open.

  All in all, Grey and Yuna bought several fountain pens, each with a different design. One was faston, one each for themselves, one for Cedrie for Fritz, and the others for their other acquaintances who are often in their offices. As for the spares, they would be of use wheime es.

  After seleg a gift faston, they theed a couple gifts for the other adults they khey bought a coffee set for Chiron, a couple boxes of sweets for Rina, a desk clock for Cedriance books for Helen, and many more.

  "Grey, what color would be good? Yellow or white?" ［Yuna］

  "I don't know... But it would most likely be blue, I think..." ［Grey］

  "Really? Would Liz like blue?" ［Yuna］

  "Yeah, I'm sure of it. Your blue eyes are the only thing you share in on, after all. Though knowing Liz... She'd probably like anything we give her..." ［Grey］

  "Mmn... That's true..." ［Yuna］

  Of course, it wasn't just the adults they were buying presents to. They were also buying stuff for the children. And it was only then that they realized that they are acquainted with so many children. Too many, in fact.

  There was just one slight problem... It was that every single one of them are very attached to Grey and Yuna. It was to the point that they'll probably treasure even if they only give them a leaf they found by the roadside. Though it makes them happy, it also makes seleg a present difficult.

  Right now, Grey and Yuna are seleg a hairpin they could give to Eliza. Ead every one of the designs were fantastid beautiful. The only thing that's taking them so long was choosing which design to pick.

  "Okay! That's it! Let's just buy them all then! We could just give the other hairpins to Bel, Iris, and Ruru!" ［Yuna］

  "Yuna..." ［Grey］

  Well, if they are having difficulty choosing a gift, they could just simply buy them all to make sure. It was a very simple and ve solution. Though... Even then, Grey couldn't help but heave a lengthy sigh.

  "Then... For the boys... What should we buy...?" ［Yuna］

  "You leave that to me. I'll make sure to choose the best gifts." ［Grey］

  "Yaay～! Thank you, Grey!" ［Yuna］

  With the girls' gifts finally chosen, it was now time for the boys, namely, Galvin, Elnart, and Zeke. And being a man himself, it was quite easy frey to select a couple of presents for them.

  There were toy swords, tops, some figurines of beasts and heroes, and many more. Though it was another world, their preferences remaihe same and not long after, Grey was finally doing the gifts for the boys.

  All in all, due to the luxuriousness of their gifts, their total amouo a few huhousand kiels. Though it was a rge sum, they didn't regret anything even a little bit. After all, it was for everyoo be happy. They were both satisfied.

  ""Thank you for the patronage! Please e back again!""

  As warmly as they were weled, Grey and Yuna were also seen off just as warmly by the employees. Now, with the gift sele finally fihere was only one more thio do in the Royal Capital.

  Due to their circumstances, Grey and Hina have left the capital quite abruptly before and because of it, they pletely fot to say their farewells to everyone. Of course, it included a special someone who surely would have pouted.

  Though it would bee troublesome if they were found out, with the use of "Gate", everything was much easier and simpler. They could simply drop by and head out, ing and going freely like the wind.

  "Then, should we go greet our Little Princess?" ［Grey］

  "U's!" ［Yuna］

  ...

  Scritch Scritch Scritch

  The room was quiet, only a couple sounds to be heard. There was the sound of scribbling as a little figure streaked a sheet of paper with shades and colors. Each stroke added beauty to the paper like an intricate piece of abstract artwork.

  The little figure was her thatle Princess, Natalia. She held a couple crayons in her hands, drawing ever so cheerfully on the piece of paper with a cutely serious expression on her face. The gap was just too big, it was heartwarming.

  "Shasha, Nalia, done!" ［Natalia］

  "Wow～! Our Princess Natalia sure is amazing! It's very beautiful!" ［Shasha］

  "Weally...?" ［Natalia］

  "Of course! I'm sure Princess Natalia would bee an excellent artist one day! Their Majesties and Their Highnesses would be proud!" ［Shasha］

  A warm atmosphere was looming about the room as the Little Princess smiled very brightly, illuminating the room. It was very bright, it was blinding. The maid, Shasha, was very happy to see her smile. It was simply bliss to bask in her ess.

  Knooock

  The fort of the room was only disturbed when a couple knocks resounded from the other side of the door. Shasha was quickly alerted by the knog as she stood up from her seat and smiled towards the Little Princess.

  "Princess Natalia, I'll go get the door. Please stay put, okay?" ［Shasha］

  "Um! Nalia behave!" ［Natalia］

  "Fufufu! Our Princess really is a good girl!" ［Shahsa］

  Smiling very happily, Shasha headed towards the door and ope without any caution. But such a smile quickly faded as soon as she saw the two hooded figures behind the door. She only felt wariness as her body stiffened.

  "Ah! Sorry for sg youー" ［Grey］

  "Waah! Big Bwo! Big Sish!" ［Natalia］

  her Grey nor Yuna has yet to remove their hoods, when out of the blue, the Little Princess jumped off from the seat and rushed towards them, embrag Grey's legs rightly with her little arm.

  The moment the hoods were removed, the maid wariness quickly vanished, heaving a sigh of relief. At the same time, as soon as she saw their faces, the Little Princess' embrace became tighter, burying her fa his clothes.

  "Oh my, it seems like our Little Princess is still as eic as everー Eh?" ［Yuna］

  Well, there was a reason why she was burying her face. As soon as Yuna squatted to greet her, she immediately saw the little tears trig down her adorable face. She was so shocked, she was frozen and speechless, Grey and Shasha too.

  What made it worse was that the Little Princess uttered not a single word, only g and hicg as she tightened her embra Grey. They didn't o ask. They kly why she was g and they were the cause.

  "Umm... Little Princess... About leaving without saying goodbye... Big Bro and Big Sis are very sorry, alright? Why don't you let go for a moment so that we have some snacks and chat?" ［Grey］

  Grey asked but only silence followed. The Little Princess only tinued embrag his legs, not budging a single inch, ag as if she would lose them the moment she let go of them. The situation was even worse thahought.

  "Princess Natalia～! Why don't we let go of Big Bro for a moment? We promise we won't disappear again without saying goodbye. Here, Big Sis could even hold you if you want." ［Yuna］

  Said Yuna as she opened her arms wide, weling the Little Princess at any time. There was a little bit of hesitation in her eyes at first, but after a couple seds, she quickly let go of Grey and embraced Yuna instead, being carried like a little baby.

  Thanks, that really helped. ［Grey］

  Fufufu! Anytime! ［Yuna］

  It was fortuhat Yuna was there. Otherwise, things would have beuch more troublesome. With the Little Princess finally settling down, they could finally head inside, and make themselves fortable, Yuna still carrying the Little Princess.

  "Then, Yhnesses, I'll be preparing some refreshments for everyone. you please take care of Princess Natalia." ［Shasha］

  "Yeah, sure. Thank you," ［Grey］

  "It's my pleasure." ［Shasha］

  Bowing her head ever so slightly, Shasha left the room and headed towards the kit, leaving Grey and Yuna to take care of the Little Princess. There was a little bit of silend awkwardness in the air.

  "Oh? Did our Little Princess draw this?" ［Yuna］

  "Un... Nalia did..." ［Natalia］

  "Waah～! Really?! Our Lille Princess is so amazing! This is so beautiful!" ［Yuna］

  Well, it didn't take long before the awkwardness was gone, vanishing pletely as if it was all but a passing lie. With a simple pliment from Yuna, the face which was once sulking soon beamed into a smile, her cheerfulness returning to her.

  "Then, should we draw some too? Big Bro and Big Sis will help you." ［Grey］

  "Did you hear that, Little Princess? Would you be s to py with us? Big Sis and Big Bro would love to." ［Yuna］

  "Um! Big Bwo, Big Sish, py wif Nalia!" ［Natalia］

  Warm, happiness, aement. All were fully enveloping the room as the Little Princess grabbed a couple crayons and hahem to Grey and Yuna, a bright and i smile blooming on her face.

  Blue, Green, Red, and so much more. Colors danced around the bnk vases, creating life ay with every stroke. Though they were simple doodles, they were all much more valuable than the greatest masterpieces. It was yet another peaceful afternoon.

  CHAPTER 209 END