The Villainess in the Romance Fantasy Is Strange - Chapter 70



70. Nineteen, the time to become an adult (6)

This isn’t the first time that Leah and I have gone far away alone. Just early two years ago, we traveled around the southern, northern, eastern, and western continents for the Academy’s practical exams and the trials of serving Venus as an apostle.

But for some reason, this outing makes my heart pound especially hard. As I said earlier, it’s not the first time the two of us have gone far together.

The reason my heart can’t stand still and keeps beating like this is because up until now, all my outings have been more like business. This time, it’s a ‘trip’ where we’re just having fun together without any other purpose, and it’s a trip where we can look around without worrying about anything.

“travel…….”

Because it’s a trip.

As I think about it like this, I am once again deeply moved.

I sat down at my desk in my room, snickered, and placed both hands on my head.

“It’s something I couldn’t even dream of in the past.”

When I lived in Korea, I couldn’t use my annual leave or vacation days because of the chronic shortage of field workers. I also didn’t have any free time, so I was on duty every day, and I never dated like other people do.

But how could such a miracle happen? I would set off on a trip with a beautiful bride-to-be as soon as I turned twenty.

I think that this is the price I paid for diligently putting out fires and running around until my feet got blisters to save people… It’s a bit unfair to think that I did it because I expected something in return.

It’s true that I spent most of my twenties working on rescue operations, so I think it’s okay for me to relax and enjoy it now, right?

Yeah, well. It’s not like I’m going to keep playing around. After I graduate from the academy, I’m going to join the Knights and work hard to subdue the monsters that threaten the people. I guess it’s acceptable to briefly enjoy the present when I’m twenty.

After finishing my rationalization, I drummed my fingers on the desk and let out a sigh.

It’s good that you’ve decided to let go of the burden and enjoy yourself, but when you think about the ‘date course’ to actually enjoy yourself, it’s not easy.

It’s not that Leah is not looking forward to the trip, saying that she’ll be able to eat a lot of delicious food and see interesting sights. So, in order to meet her expectations, I think I should do some thorough research and lead the perfect date course.

Unfortunately, as I said before, I’m terrible at love. I’m so busy with work that I have no experience in this kind of sweet stuff, so I can’t lead the other person as skillfully as other people.

“therefore…….”

To fill in the gaps in experience, you should seek advice from experts who are experts in this field.

I gently rubbed the Venus ring on my right ring finger. Then, as if it had been waiting, Venus’ voice quietly rang in my head.

──Do you need my help, baby?

“Yes, I am a young martyr. I need advice from Venus, the expert in love and romance.”

Over the past three years, I have learned how to deal with Venus to some extent. Since gods are usually very proud of the areas they are in charge of, if you gently praise them and act humble, everything will be okay.

──Ahem, okay. What part specifically are you curious about?

“I need a perfect date plan that will impress Lady Leah.”

──Date plans. First, can you tell me the budget and schedule you can afford?

“There is no limit to the budget, the schedule is about three days, and the location is the Southern God.”

──God?

It’s a little embarrassing to say this myself, but it’s not something I can hide even if I try. I’ll just blurt it out since I need to know everything to make a plan anyway.

“It’s a beach near the Baron Malik’s territory, famous as a honeymoon destination. Baron Malik and my older brother are well acquainted, so we’re planning to rent the entire villa he owns and stay there.”

──… …Honeymoon destination? Honey, did you get married without telling me?

“No, that’s not it.”

──Then why are you already going to a place famous for honeymooning? You haven’t even gotten married yet.

“Because Lady Leah insisted that it had to be there… … .”

──… … Aha, so that’s what Leah Aga meant?

“… … .”

It feels really strange to call it a trick. Leah probably doesn’t have any special intentions, but it feels like she’s trying to drag me along while hiding her harsh intentions.

It was the goddess speaking, so I felt it was awkward to refute her, but I also felt it was awkward to agree with her. So I just rubbed the back of my neck and waited, and Venus spoke first.

──As you said, the Baron Malik Territory is famous as a honeymoon destination for nobles, so there are many places where you can spend cozy time together. So wherever you go, you’ll have many good memories.

“Hmm, is that so?”

──Okay, so first of all. When you arrive at Baron Malik’s territory, find a nice restaurant and have a hearty meal.

“Rice first?”

──Women prioritize satisfying their appetites, so they become irritable when their stomachs are empty. When spending a long time with a woman, fill her stomach first, and occasionally give her a sweet snack to snack on. If you just remember this, half the work is done. Got it?

Rice and snacks are the top priority. At first glance, I wondered what this meant, but after thinking about my past experiences, I realized that this really made sense.

As Venus said, Leah likes to snack, especially sweet snacks. She used to smile happily when you fed her something sweet as a snack.

I thought this would be useful advice, so I quickly wrote it down.

“Yes, I understand. What next?”

──After eating a hearty meal, let’s take a walk around the area and chat. After spending some time leisurely, let’s go to the beach and play.

“Why should I waste time?”

──Isn’t it the case that women always want to look pretty in front of the man they love?

“……yes?”

──If you don’t understand, just memorize it as if you were reciting it. ‘Never suggest going to the beach right after eating. You should wait at least 2 hours, or more, before suggesting it.’

“Oh, yes.”

I wondered what on earth she was talking about, but since it was advice from Venus, the goddess of love, I had to take it to heart. I firmly recorded in my head the information that ‘go to the sea two hours after eating.’

──Let’s see, there will be some time to move… … After the walk and the walk to the beach, the sun will be setting slowly. Then, of course, you will go to the lodging and prepare to spend the night, right?

“Hmm, I guess so?”

──Yes, the first night we spend together. Actually, this is the most important thing… … .

Perhaps because Venus trailed off meaningfully, I also became nervous. I licked my dry lips and waited for her to continue.

──… … Since it might be awkward if it’s your first time, open the packaging of the contraceptive device slightly before taking it.

“… … .”

I had kind of expected it, so it wasn’t that surprising.

Aside from that, isn’t the advice a bit… strange? It makes sense, because it tells you to open the packaging of the contraceptive and take it. What if it gets damaged without you knowing?

When I asked cautiously, feeling puzzled, Venus remained silent for a moment, then cleared her throat and raised her voice.

──… … Oh my! Are you saying that you doubt the advice of me, Venus, the goddess of love?

“Oh, no. That’s not it.”

──No? It was clearly a tone of voice that seemed suspicious. … … Well, I gave advice to the child without receiving anything in return, but instead, he is being suspicious. If I had known this would happen, I shouldn’t have given it to him in the first place… … .

“… … Ah, I’m sorry. From now on, I will never doubt you, no matter what happens. So, could you please let go of your anger?”

──Since you said that, I’ll let it slide this time… … but if you keep raising groundless suspicions like this, I won’t let it slide.

“Yes, I understand.”

──Ahem, right. … … How much did I say?

“He told me to open the packaging of the contraceptive and take it with me.”

──Ah, right. Then next, let’s talk about sleeping manners… … .

* * *

──… … As such, the most important key is consideration, mood, and communication. Got it?

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“Yes, I understand. Thank you for your advice.”

The amount of advice Venus gave me was so great that I wrote it down in the notebook I always used, but the amount was still three pages long.

After a full twenty minutes of taking notes, Cain put down his pen, and for some reason he felt tired and pressed his forehead against his forehead.

‘… … There’s more to memorize than I thought.’

Are the married men of this world spending their time in bed worrying about so many little details?

It was at that moment that Cain sighed without realizing it, as he felt new respect for the other men.

-dripping.

─Cain, are you inside? Can I come in?

A familiar voice came from outside the door. It was Leah’s. Cain jumped up from his seat.

“Yes, you may come in.”

Squeak, Leah opened the door to Cain’s room and stepped inside. She was fully prepared to go out, so she looked Cain up and down in his rough clothes before coughing.

“Hey, you’re not ready to go out yet?”

“Ready to go out? … … Ah.”

That’s right. Since it’s the coming-of-age ceremony festival period until the weekend, we decided to go out for a light date and then have dinner together.

Cain, who remembered his promise belatedly, scratched his cheek awkwardly, and Leah narrowed her eyes slightly and looked at Cain.

“Did you forget because you were doing something else?”

“Um, sorry. I’ll be getting ready soon, so could you wait a moment?”

“… … Ugh, okay.”

As Leah stepped aside slightly to make way for him, Cain tried to sneak through. Leah didn’t miss the gap and stabbed Cain in the back.

“Huh.”

“Go quickly and wash your face first!”

“Yes, yes… … .”

Leah, who was watching the large, distracted Cain hurriedly cross the hallway, shook her head with a snicker.

‘You used to show such a perfect side, but these days you sometimes show your weaknesses like that?’

Well, it’s not fun if people are perfect. But I like it when they look cute like that.

“But you shouldn’t forget your date, you idiot.”

I wonder if I’ll forget the trip I planned to take this weekend. Leah muttered to herself as she absentmindedly looked around Cain’s room.

It’s not really his personality, but it’s not much different from his usual, always-snappy appearance. He doesn’t bring in any furniture that isn’t absolutely necessary, so the room is overall quite empty.

“Should I bring you a flower pot?”

Since I received flowers, it would be a perfect fit to say that it was a return gift.

Where should I put it? Leah looked around the whole place to find a place to put the flower pot. Suddenly, a notebook on the desk caught her eye.

Graduation is coming up soon, but have you been studying at all?

Leah, secretly curious about what was written, glanced outside the door and then approached the desk.

“Is it okay to take a quick look… … ?”

And then, after muttering an excuse, he sat down and slowly looked through his notebook.

[Chapter 4. Things to keep in mind when sharing love.]

[Remember, when a man asks a woman a question, he should do so with his body, not with his mouth.]

[It is not cool to open your mouth and ask every word in the atmosphere that you have worked so hard to create. If you are a man, infer the woman’s reaction by observing it. Memorize thoroughly where she makes a strange sound when you touch her, where her cheeks get hot when you lick her. Attack those places throughout your lovemaking… … .]

[If it’s your first time, it might be awkward. So just focus on getting your partner to… … do it. The recommended method is to start with a light kiss and gradually escalate it. Remember. There’s no woman in the world who doesn’t like a deep kiss while holding her tightly.]

“… … .”

Leah’s face turned bright red, like a ripe carrot.