Our Home (Arc 1 Finale)
"Welcome back Ray...." (Laila)
"..." (Rayford)
At that moment my whole body froze, I could tell Anna was also stunned without even looking. This showed how stunning Laila's appearance was.
"Y-Yeah I'm back" (Rayford)
"Come inside, I'll make you two some tea" (Laila)
Realizing something wrong with this situation, I spoke
"Wait.... this is your first time coming here why are you welcoming me back? " (Rayford)
"Because you have been here before, and I've been here for quite some time" (Laila)
"I feel weird with this situation, its like you've became my wife" (Rayford)
"But I am your wife" (Laila)
"..." (Rayford)
"Let's go in now, I'll prepare the snack I made beforehand" (Laila)
Unable to say anything, I obediently followed her command.
***
'What did I just saw?' (Anna)
The scene she saw truly baffle her and most importantly Laila's appearance is truly stunning. If she had to pick, she would definitely pick Laila as the most attractive lady she had ever met.
'She is definitely a good match for the prince' (Anna)
Breaking her thought, Laila approach her
"Anna why are still standing there?" (Laila)
"Eh..? I'm sorry" (Anna)
"Fufu.. It's quite rare seeing you like that" (Laila)
"Cough... anyway, the way you made the prince like that is quite impressive" (Anna)
Perking one of her eye, she asked
"Really?" (Laila)
"Yes, it's very similar to how Queen Lina and King Kyle interact" (Anna)
"Well... he already made a vow after all....." (Laila)
"Eh?" (Anna)
"Nothing!!" (Laila)
Realizing she blurted something embarrassing, she quickly ran into the cabin.
At Her cute reaction, Anna warmly smiled.
"I guess I don't need to worry of them braking up" (Anna)
With that she followed Laila into the cabin.
***
The inside of the cabin was luxurious, the floor covered by soft white carpet that is made from animal's fur. The wood wall which is artistically carved giving a feeling of tranquility, and the large window which substantially allowed sunlight to went through.
This is the perfect place to relax.
-tap
-tap
Walking towards us, Laila brought some cakes and tea to our table. Her figure wearing an apron is incredibly attractive, right now she looked like a housewife which was very weird in my point of view.
Placing all the food in our table, she smiled
"Please eat as much as you like (Laila)
After she said that we start to eat.
At first I didn't expect much from the cake, but I widen my eyes at it's taste. Anna is not much different then me, instead her reaction is much more action oriented as she started to eat at a faster pace.
Still bewildered by this unexpected taste, I turn my head towards the smiling Laila.
"I didn't know you could bake cakes..." (Rayford)
"This is my hobby back then" (Laila)
She said as she sat down beside me. Glancing at Anna that is already eating she asked
"Anna what do you think of my cake?" (Laila)
"This will definitely sell, I think your cake is better then all the pastry shop out there" (Anna)
After voicing her opinion, she immediately continue eating the cake. We could tell from her expression that the cake is really good for even Anna who is incredibly picky about food quality.
"Should I consider selling these?" (Laila)
"I heard baking cake takes a long time, since our families is both rich I don't think selling these will be efficient if we can't mass produce them" (Rayford)
Hearing my answer, she giggled and spoke
"You just don't want anyone else to eat this don't you" (Laila)
"O-Of course not, I-I'm only worry about the work you have to do." (Rayford)
"You know that I could sense what you're thinking right?" (Laila)
"..." (Rayford)
Feigning ignorance, I turned my head to the side.
Because of the link or bond we had, we could pretty much use each other technique and know each other state and location in real time, but because of this we are unable to hide anything to each other. Should I say it's convenience or annoying?
Laughing at my thought she suddenly leaned on my shoulder. Her sudden skinship actually left me quite flustered, she is usually not the type to do this when fully conscious.
"Don't worry I won't sell them if you don't want to" (Laila)
She said while gently patting my head. As her soft hand caressed my hair I felt my body relaxing, at this moment I felt at peace.
Interrupting my moment of bliss, Anna voice rang.
"I'm still here okay" (Anna)
Embarrassed, we immediately separate ourselves. She Immediately continue eating her cake after.
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Breaking the awkward situation I sighed
"Sigh... I'll go for a walk" (Rayford)
Standing up, I move towards the cabin exit leaving only Laila and Anna in the living room.
***
-Chirp
-Chirp
Walking on the bridge, I once again marvel at the incredible view. The occasional bird chirp and the gentle breeze further enhance the beauty of this place. Thinking that all of this area is our dimension, I was further elated.
At the end of the bridge A giant cherry blossom tree stood tall in the island, Infront of the tree a circular arena suitable for a training ground could be seen.
Standing on the middle of the arena, I stare at the giant tree.
"How nostalgic" (Rayford)
Reminiscing about something in the past
Closing my eyes I took a deep breath and relaxed my body.
-Shaaa
The wind blew and hundred of leaf fell.
Weirdly could feel everything, from the number of leaf, the location, the mana around me. As time passed I could faintly see line and stroke moving around forming a beautiful dance.
Instinctively I summon my katana.
My body started to move on it's own as it follow the stroke.
Every time I swung my katana hundred of leave was cut in half, I could feel time becoming significantly slower the more I cut until it stopped completely.
Even when the time is stopped, I continue to move and cut leaf efficiently
[Authority partially Activated]
Opening my eyes a bright purple glow radiated signaling the use of authority
Hundred of line stroke glowed, in that instant 2,428 leaf was divided exactly half each.
The gray world was divided into thousand of pieces
-Click!
With the sound of glass breaking, time continue to flow
"Huu....." (Rayford)
Exhaling, I looked around and saw thousands of leaf divided perfectly in half falling down slowly.
Gazing at the clear blue sky, a surge of emotion suddenly hit me. Though until now I've been holding it in, the emotions I buried deep inside my heart started to overflow.
Reminiscing the past, tear started to drop from my eyes as my body tremble slightly
"I-I missed you m-master~" (Rayford)
-Thud
Suddenly someone hug me from behind, her soft yet warm body envelope my own. A smile unconsciously appeared on my face. With my little mental strength left, I quietly spoke
"...thanks Laila" (Rayford)
Hearing my weak word, she gently smiled and caressed my head.
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A/N: And that's the end of the first arc, more will be coming soon.