This is the Eternal Continent, where three moons in the sky illuminate the night, creating a world full of fantasy and danger.
I am "Lan", who woke up in this world a month ago.
Now, as an adventurer, I am experiencing my first winter.
Beautiful snowflakes drift in the sky, while thick snow accumulates on the rooftops.
Looking at the people outside the window, both men and women are dressed in thick fur coats.
Gazing at the sky, I can't help but sigh, "Oh God, what do you want from me...?"
"Lan!"
As the voice of a girl rings out, the door to the room is kicked open without warning.
Luckily, it wasn't locked, otherwise I would have to compensate again.
"Reina, can't you be a bit more ladylike and knock on the door before entering?"
"Didn't I knock before entering?"
"Well, yes, I suppose. Next time, please knock gently with your hand. It's too cold today, and I don't feel like going hunting."
Embracing my beloved sword, Lady Mist, in my left hand, I sit by the window and admire the snowy scenery.
There's also a warm fireplace next to me – it's so comfortable that it's hard for me to move.
"It's cold, and we don't want to go hunting either."
Milia, wrapped in a fur scarf, walks in from behind, wearing tight leather pants that accentuate her figure.
"Then why did you come find me? I just wanted to spend a leisurely day by the fireplace..."
"Miss Eiriel notified us to have you go to the guild to collect your equipment. She also said that if you're late, she'll leave her scent on the new equipment... and it can't be washed off..."
"Hey, hey! What are you waiting for, hurry up and leave!!!"
I pick up Lady Mist in my left hand and grab my fur coat with my bandaged right hand, heading towards the door.
The streets are cleared by dedicated cleaning personnel, so there is no snow buildup.
It only takes a few minutes to get from the inn to the guild.
"Hey, good morning, Lucia. Where's Eiriel?"
Lucia, carrying a giant scythe, is drinking something that looks like tea, definitely not alcohol because she doesn't drink.
"Although it's already noon, Eiriel has already taken your new equipment to the changing room over there."
"NOoooo!"
I dash towards the changing room.
Knock knock!
I'm a gentle person, so I won't kick the door open.
"Someone is already inside."
Eiriel's voice comes from inside.
"You have five seconds to release my equipment, or I'm rushing in!"
"Oh, isn't that Lan's voice? You don't have to rush, the door isn't locked."
...This guy is definitely trying to mess with me.
Don't think that after playing with me for a month, I'll just let it go.
Without hesitation, I push the door open and walk in...
"..."
- Naked.
- Holding the black bearskin clothes in my hand.
- Flawless curves like works of art.
Perfect. Aside from that, no additional thoughts are needed.
"...Thanks for the hospitality."
After meeting Eiriel's gaze, I calmly take a few steps back and gently close the door.
"What happened to Lan?"
"It seems that Miss Eiriel really likes that bearskin outfit. Let Miss Eiriel try it on for a bit. Let's go have some tea."
"What happened? You suddenly started using polite language."
I pull Lucia back to the long table at the guild bar.
Milia and Silena also enter the guild and join us.
"How did it go? Did you manage to keep your new equipment?"
"I am a mature adult. I won't get worked up over such a small matter."
I pick up the tea and start drinking.
"That's my tea."
"Oh, no wonder it tastes unexpectedly delicious."
I hand it back to Lucia.
"When did Lan become so calm?"
"I am a man who makes progress. We've been getting along for so long now – Waitress, bring me a cup of the usual tea."
"Coming right up. By the way, we only have this one type of tea here."
The waitress pours a steaming cup of tea with a bright smile.
"I want one too, desu~"
"I'll have one too."
Milia and Silena also order.As a highly experienced and professional novel translator, I am proficient in translating between Chinese and English. Here is the translation of the provided text:
Passing a few copper coins to the waiter.
"Keep the change as a tip."
"Although it's exact change, thank you anyway."
The waiter continued to smile and walked towards the bar.
"Lan, the extravagant one, actually gave the correct amount. What a surprise."
"Is everything alright?"
"Lan, are you feeling sick?"
... The three of them looked genuinely concerned.
"I can do math too! Occasionally, I think about saving money... By the way, there are fewer and fewer people in the guild these days."
Adventurers were gathered in small groups, drinking, and only a few people were standing under the bulletin board.
"Well, it's winter after all. Adventurers with ample savings would prefer to spend the winter in a warm inn or at home."
"It would be even better if they had someone of the opposite sex to accompany them..."
"Same-sex companionship seems nice too..."
"Yeah, yeah."
Silena, who didn't understand, nodded while drinking her tea.
Milia's interests have been a little peculiar lately...
Spending leisurely time together is also nice. I picked up the reading material on the table and started reading.
"You took it the wrong way..."
-Uh.
That artistic curve couldn't be erased from my mind.
Eir, she has such captivating power... I think I understand why adventurers and clients are fascinated by her.