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Chapter 238: A Sudden Reunion

　On the way back to the capital, there were many people passing by. That’s not so surprising. If they missed this period, the mountain pass would be closed by deep snow. If that happens, it will be very difficult to get to and from the capital. They have to complete the move before then.

　The carriage proceeded, passing many wagons by. So far, there seemed to be no particular problem.  There was no particularly strange communication from the advance party that was going ahead of us. I hope we can make it to the capital without any problems.

　With these flags in the air, we arrived at the hot spring resort town. It was a completely different place from the last time we visited there, a glistening hot spring town with a thick cloud of smoke. One of the streets had been renamed “Julius Shopping District’’. What is this?

“Alex-sama, we have secured you a place to stay. It will be the room that’s always used by the Margrave Heine family.”

“I see. Please show us the way.”

　The knight who came to report saluted and left. Following him, the carriage began to move forward.  they pretend they did not see anything about the name of the shopping district. No, let’s not do that. Aren’t you going to ask, “Why are you using my brother’s name without permission, brother?”

“There’s a street named after Julius-chan. Even in the royal capital, there aren’t any streets named after members of the royal family, which is amazing.”

“Oh, thank you?”

　Is it amazing? It’s very embarrassing for me though. But I couldn’t deny sister-in-law Daniela words, who was patting me on the head, so I gave her a vague answer.

　When we arrived at the inn, we received a warm welcome.

“We’ve been waiting for you, Margrave Heine’s family! Thank you very much for using our service. I am glad to see that you are doing well, Julius-sama. Thanks to you, our town has come back to life. It’s blown back. No, it’s even better than before!”

　He looked very happy. I almost felt my cheeks tighten at the force of his words. Patience, patience. The room was on the top floor of the inn, just like last time. From there, I had a panoramic view of the city.

“I’ve never seen anything like this before. I wonder if all that white smoke is the hot springs?”

“I think so. I don’t know for sure, though, because the last time I was here, there wasn’t any steam coming out of the hot springs.”

“I see. Then we’ll have to try them all.”

“Good luck, sister-in-law Meeka.”

“Julius-chan, you’re coming with me.”

　How did this happen? I’m currently looking out the window while being held by my sister-in-law. I could stand on my own two feet and look out the window, but for some reason, my sister-in-law Meeka is holding me in her arms. Something soft is touching my waist. If I am not careful, I may have to stand on my third leg as well.

　Nero was close to me, torn between whether he should stop her or not.

“I’m sorry Miss Meeka, but we can’t stay too long. If we don’t leave early, we’ll get stuck in the snow along the way.”

　With a wry smile on his face, Brother Alex offered a helping hand. I get scared that I can’t see my brother Cain there. I’m afraid he will stab me from behind someday. Sister-in-law Meeka’s face looked pissed.

“Then let’s just stay in one place. Let’s go, Julius-chan.”

“Wait,  sister-in-law Meeka!”

“Leave Julius behind.”

　　Finally, I was released. Meeka’s sister-in-law ended up going to a hot spring with  sister-in-law Daniela. According to the story, a hot spring called “Beautiful Skin Hot Spring” was recently opened. It is said to be very popular among the ladies.

“Brother Cain, no matter how much sister-in-law Meeka wanted a little brother, there are limits, right?”

“I know, I know, Julius. But I can’t stop her…if she holds onto me and begs me with those eyes, I won’t be able to refuse!”

　Brother Cain looks like he’s about to cry tears of blood. This is it, it’s completely confirmed that he’s going to be a butt. Well, sister-in-law Meeka seems to be firm, so maybe that’s okay. It’s true that those breasts are outrageous.

“Look, let’s go take a bath too, since we’re here. I’m sure there are hot springs that help with mental fatigue.”

　Brother Alex took us to one of the hot springs. As the city is famous for its hot springs, it has private hot springs exclusively for aristocrats. We also took advantage of it. When we took off our clothes and went inside, there was already a guest in front of us.

“M-sama, the spirit of the lake!?”

“I’ve been waiting for you, Julius.”

“It, it’s the Spirit of the Lake ……”

　As expected, Brother Alex was also bewildered. Brother Cain, who already knew him, had a faraway look in his eyes. Come back, Brother Cain!　Don’t leave me alone!

　 Splash and the four of us are in the bathtub. The fact that he was waiting for me here means that there must have been some problem. My head was aching even before I heard what he had to say.  

“I actually have a favor to ask of you, Julius.”

“What is it, ……?”

“You see, I’ve been empowered this way, right?”

“Yes.”

　The spirit of the lake in the form of a bipedal turtle does a muscular pose. It’s true that his skin is shinier than before, and his muscles are bulging. Brother Cain looked at him with envious eyes. Um, Brother Cain, even if drink the “Magic Continuous Recovery Potion,” you won’t end up like that, you know?

“So, I went to brag to the other spirits.”

“You did what!?”

　What are you really doing, you turtle!　Showing off to other spirits?　I have a bad feeling about this. Both Brother Alex and Brother Cain have a “I have a bad feeling about this” look on their faces.

“And then, you know?　Everyone wants that elixir, too.”

　No, it’s not a secret potion or anything, it’s just a potion that restores magic power. Besides, it’s not cute at all if you look up at me. It doesn’t make me happy to have an old man peering at me from below, looking up at me, you know?!

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