Kays Translations
Just another Isekai Lover~
Chapter 324: Tasting Party
While the cookies are being made, let’s talk about fountain pens. This is still a somewhat confidential matter, as I don’t plan to actively sell them just yet.
However, there’s no need to be reserved around the newly joined Amber Baron family.
“Fabienne, actually, there’s one more gift I’d like to give you.”
“What is it?”
Fabienne, who was checking the oven, turned to look at me. I took out a fountain pen from my inner pocket.
“This is called a fountain pen, a new kind of pen. I wonder if it’s strange to show you this after giving you a glass pen, but this one can hold ink in this part.”
I explained as I handed the fountain pen to Fabienne. She looked surprised, and when I let her try it, she became incredibly enthusiastic about it.
“This is an amazing invention. Are you not planning to commercialize it?”
“It’s still a bit impossible for now. The parts are complex, and I can’t produce them in large quantities. Once the craftsmen I hire become skilled and have more apprentices, I might consider commercializing it.”
“That’s a shame.”
Fabienne stared intently at the fountain pen. It seemed she liked it a lot. This is a good development!
“So, I’m thinking of giving you a fountain pen as a gift. Of course, it will be for the Amber Baron family as well.”
“Is that true? I’m so happy!”
She seemed quite delighted and, overcome with emotion, hugged me. I felt something soft press against my chest. I had suspected it, but Fabienne has a surprisingly ample bosom for her age. My mother-in-law is also quite well-endowed, so no explanation is needed there.
In a flurry, I supported Fabienne, and out of the corner of my eye, I saw Nero and Mira turning away. It seemed they were being considerate.
“Uh, so, I wanted to ask Miss Fabienne what kind of fountain pen would be good.”
Overcome with agitation, I unintentionally slipped into formal speech. It can’t be helped, can it? My body may be that of a child, but my heart is an adult. It’s only natural for part of me to become hot.
“What do you mean by ‘what kind’? Can the shape be changed?”
Finally, Fabienne released me from the hug. I had thought her dresses were quite loose, but perhaps that was to hide her chest size. That is indeed a weapon.
Calm down, calm down. I mustn’t make Fabienne uncomfortable.
“Well, it’s not so much the shape, but you can change the pattern. Mine has a simple design, but I’ve added various decorations to the fountain pens for my sisters-in-law.”
“I see. So that’s possible.”
After that, while talking about various things with Fabienne, the cookies finished baking. When I opened the oven, an even more delicious aroma wafted out. I restrained Mira, who could hardly wait, as we waited for the cookies to cool down.
In the meantime, the rough design for the fountain pen was also decided. This will do.
“Let’s do a taste test right away. Mira will have a regular cookie.”
“Kyuu.”
“If it’s just us, we’ll end up eating too many magic potions, so can’t we let others taste them as well?”
“Let’s ask Father and Mother.”
“I’d appreciate that. Then, let’s move to the salon for now.”
After giving Mira a cookie, I headed to the salon. Luckily, the Amber Baron couple was still there. It seemed that the discussion was still ongoing, but it was probably about time for a break.
When I explained the situation to them, they quickly agreed to help. We organized a tasting session, involving the servants who were gathering in the salon.
“I think I like this unsweetened cookie. It has a bit of a kick and seems like it would pair well with alcohol.”
“This moist cookie is good too. It doesn’t leave my mouth feeling dry.”
Many other opinions were shared as well. Unsurprisingly, the men preferred the less sweet options. They might be planning to use them as snacks with their drinks.
As a result of the discussion, we decided to sample two types of hot cookies: one sweet and one unsweetened. Of course, we chose the cookie that wouldn’t leave our mouths dry.
After the tasting session, we were treated to lunch. In the afternoon, we visited the Amber Baron family’s herb garden and spent time in Fabienne’s room discussing potions.
In the end, it turned out to be a delightful day. I wondered what would happen when I made the “Please give me your daughter” comment.
“I wonder when I’ll see her next.”
I murmured to myself in the carriage on the way back. With the upcoming season, I didn’t know when it would snow or when the roads would be closed. If that happened, there was a possibility I wouldn’t be able to see Fabienne until the snow melted. We had our secret rings, but there were still times when I wanted to see her face.
…Maybe I should have created a video call.
Back at the mansion, I immediately got to work on making the fountain pens. It seemed that Rosalia had checked the procedure manual I would use to teach the craftsmen. There were marks here and there.
As I reviewed the marked sections, Rosalia, having finished her studies for the day, came into the workshop.
“Thank you, Rosalia. So you checked this for me?”
“Yes, I did. I looked at it with Lelie. She said that with this, she thinks she could make one herself.”
Lelie nodded next to Rosalia. Is she being shy? She can talk normally, and I wouldn’t mind.
“Thank you too, Lelie. By the way, would you like to try it out when I teach the craftsmen?”
“I-I’d like to try!”
“Then let’s do it together.”
Lelie nodded, her face turning red. I wondered if this was leading somewhere unexpected? I couldn’t confirm Nero’s expression at that moment.