Chapter 25 A Holiday in Philippines

Inside the airline, a group of attractive people emerged from the private plane. Aron, dressed in a simple blue jacket, long black pants, and a red cap, immediately captured the attention of the women and girls within the airline.

"Mei-Senpai, Aron, look!" Kiana shouted, calling out for everyone's attention. She was wearing a white jacket with orange and black accents on the sleeves, along with long white pants, drawing the boys' gazes.

Kallen, in a long white dress, smiled with a glint in her eyes as she beheld the airplane for the first time. "I didn't know that I would see Otto's inventions become this successful," she said with a wistful smile about her best friend, though still disappointed with him for what he had done.

"Finally, a vacation after a long time of work!" Himeko exclaimed as she celebrated her vacation, wearing an outfit that revealed her belly button and a red open jacket. Her alluring attire caused the males to looked at and cover their noses to prevent any nosebleeds.

"Kiana-chan," Mei called out to Kiana, dressed in sleeves and black shorts.

"Idiotka," Bronya muttered while hugging Aron's left arm, wearing a long white sleeve and gray short skirt.

"This is the first time we're going on vacation; Seele and I are excited," Seele said with a smile, dressed in a blue dress with white lines, while her other self wore a red one.

"Calm yourself first, Kiana," Fu Hua advised, adjusting her black cap and wearing a black sweater and shorts.

"Wow! Is that bitter melon juice?" Theresa shouted, running toward a stall with a gleam in her eyes. She was wearing a brown straw hat, a white dress, and shorts.

Seeing their principal's running figure, Fu Hua couldn't help but facepalm.

"We should take a break first," Aron and Mei said simultaneously, causing the two to look at each other and giggle.

"Okay," Kiana happily complied and stood next to Mei.

"I know a certain restaurant nearby," Himeko said, giving everyone a signal to follow her.

"Principal Theresa, we'll leave you alone if you don't come back immediately," Bronya shouted after Theresa, who was buying melon juice from the stall.

Theresa looked at everyone and immediately paid the person at the stall. She ran after them, saying, "I thought it was bitter melon juice." She pouted and looked at Aron. "Aron, make me a bitter melon juice later."

Aron wondered why she was so addicted to that bitter taste but still nodded in agreement.

They walked around the place, glancing at the buildings out of curiosity. The structures in this place were different from what they were used to seeing in Saint Freya.

Kiana, who was now fully enjoying her vacation, looked around with wide eyes, taking in the sights and sounds of this exotic place. "I can't wait to explore more!"

Himeko led them to the restaurant she had mentioned earlier. The cozy atmosphere and the delightful aroma of local cuisine filled the air. They located a large table and eagerly perused the menu, ready to sample some of the native dishes.

Theresa, still fixated on the idea of the bitter melon juice, turned to Aron with a hopeful expression. "Aron, please remember to make that bitter melon juice for me later. I've got to satisfy this craving."

Aron chuckled, finding her persistence quite amusing. "I'll make sure to find the ingredients for you later."

Kiana looked at the menu and couldn't help but drool. "What should I choose first? Everything looks delicious."

Aron, who was feeling nostalgic for the flavors of his homeland, decided to order a combination of Filipino favorite dishes. He turned to the menu and said, "I'll have sinigang, kare-kare, pinakbet, lumpiang shanghai, and lechon." His choice encompassed a variety of tastes and textures that he had missed during his time away from the Philippines.

Kiana looked at Aron, who appeared experienced with the local cuisine. "Aron, do you know which dishes are delicious?" Hearing her question, Aron gazed at her and offered a warm smile.

"Just order the same things I did; they're all delicious," Aron said, aware of Kiana's being a glutton. "You should also try Chicken Adobo, Filipino BBQ, and Bangus Halo-Halo."

Kiana eagerly took his advice, looking forward to savoring the flavors of the Philippines. She signaled the server to place their orders, excited to explore this new culinary adventure.

Kallen and Theresa both ordered the same dishes based on Aron's suggestions, while Himeko, Seele, Mei, Fu Hua, and Bronya opted for simpler dishes.

"I didn't know that you're familiar with this place," Mei remarked, seating next to Aron and smiling gently at him, her heart racing.

"This country is my birthplace," Aron explained, smiling. He gently held Mei's hand under the table, causing her to blush. They exchanged glances, and Mei noticed that the others were engrossed in their own conversations.

"I-I see," Mei stuttered, her cheeks flushed.

Seele, who had been watching the exchange, spoke up. "I don't mind how many women Aron has in his life, as long as he loves me and loves all of you. I wouldn't tolerate any shallow relationships. So, go for it, Mei. I don't mind."

Surprised by Seele's support, Mei glanced at her with a wry smile. "Is that really alright with you?"

Seele giggled. "Isn't it a bit late to ask that question? Bronya-Onee-Chan is already dating him too."

"Eh?" Mei made a surprised noise, looking at Aron. "Isn't that too fast?"

Aron joined the conversation. "No, it wasn't too fast. It took us a long time to start dating. Bronya, Seele, and I have been through a lot to be together again, and we didn't rush into this."

Mei, realizing the depth of their feelings for each other, covered her mouth, deeply touched. "I might need some time to think about this. And I'm sorry for my earlier comment."

Aron and Seele waved her apology away. "No offense taken."

Mei nodded and rested her head on Aron's shoulder, closing her eyes as she pondered her feelings.

"I expected this would happen sooner or later, but I didn't expect it to be this fast," Himeko muttered, observing Mei leaning against Aron.

"Finally, my dream is coming true! I can finally have Mei-Senpai and Aron!" Kiana exclaimed in delight, laughing in a teasing manner.

Bronya, looking unimpressed, smacked Kiana's shoulder. "Idiot."

Kiana stood up, ready for a fight, and pointed at Bronya. The tension was palpable, but they were quickly reprimanded by Theresa.

"Behave yourselves," Theresa scolded, pressing her forehead, visibly stressed.

"Sigh, the Siegffried blood really runs through her veins," Theresa muttered, exasperated by her niece.

"Aron was popular, huh?" Kallen mused, watching the interactions between their group with amusement. She continued to engage in playful games with Kiana and Bronya, even though she often found herself on the losing end against the competitive pair.

As their lively dinner continued, it was clear that Aron's presence had brought an unexpected twist to their vacation, with emotions and relationships unfolding in surprising ways.

As Aron's group continued their meal and lively discussions, passersby cast curious glances at them, only to walk away without much concern. They couldn't help but wonder how three seemingly frail individuals like Aron, Kallen, and Kiana could consume such large quantities of food. It was a question that piqued their curiosity but ultimately didn't bother them.

"Well, as long as they're happy," one onlooker commented with a hint of amusement as they observed the group.

"Aren't those girls cute?" a random guy commented, pointing at Kiana and Kallen.

His friend reprimanded him for pointing at people. "Don't point at random people; can't your mother teach you about manners?"

"Eh?" The guy who had pointed shot back, clearly displeased. "Then don't ogle at the breasts of that redhead; can't your mother teach you about manners?"

"What did you say?"

"Are you deaf or what? You want me to repeat it or record it and insert my phone into your ears?"

"Hey, look, someone's fighting. Who do you think would win?" Another passerby watched as the two people inside the restaurant exchanged heated words.

"The guards," one of their friends answered with a wry smile.

"Figures," the random guy sighed, realizing that the guards had already intervened.

"Aww," Himeko lamented, disappointed that the brawl was cut short by the guards. "I was looking forward to their brawl."

"Himeko-sensei," Mei sighed, shaking her head.

"And you're supposed to be our teacher," Aron added, a playful smirk on his face.

"Eh? Said by my favorite student who couldn't stop touching my breast this morning," Himeko retorted with a smirk, though Bronya interjected.

"Bronya saw that Himeko placed Aron's hands on her chest while he was sleeping, so that doesn't count as a fair fight."

"Tsk, so you saw it," Himeko clicked her tongue but resumed eating and smiled as she watched Kallen, Kiana, Theresa, and Aron savor their meals.

Once they finished their meal, they paid the waiter and left a tip before exiting the restaurant.

"Uwah!" Kiana and Kallen exclaimed, touching their satisfied bellies. "I'm full!"

Theresa, still amazed at the amount of food they had consumed, commented, "I'm more worried about the restaurant's stock than your stomachs. The bill must be sky-high!"

Aron chuckled and watched Mei help Kiana clean her face. "Kiana, pull yourself together. This is not the time nor the place to have that kind of smile." He jokingly scolded her, but it was clear he meant well.

Kiana scratched her head. "Sorry, sorry," she apologized.

Theresa, always the organizer, asked, "So, where are we going first?"

Aron considered for a moment. "I don't know, maybe we should head to Matabungkay Beach Resort in Batangas. After all, the others would get excited about the beach."

Kiana jumped with excitement. "Did you hear that, Mei-Senpai? Did you hear that? We're going to the beach!"

Suddenly, Kiana's excitement turned a bit too enthusiastic, and she started drooling, muttering, "Hehehe. Mei-Senpai and Aron in swimsuits."

Aron and Mei exchanged amused glances, both of them amused and slightly embarrassed by Kiana's perverted enthusiasm.

"By the way, we should go to my house," Aron suggested. He had recently purchased a house, thanks to the generous payment from their knight mission, and it was large enough to accommodate everyone, even if it needed a bit of cleaning.

"Eh? Am I going to meet your parents?" Kiana exclaimed, shocking everyone. They remembered that Aron had mentioned his family was living in the Philippines.

An eerie atmosphere settled over the group as they grew nervous, looking at one another and nodding in response to Aron's suggestion. They realized that this visit might be more significant than they had anticipated.

Unbeknownst to them, an upcoming disaster lay ahead.