069: Lazy Couple

Eventually, the lover’s quarrel came to an end as the man managed to stand up and talk to his girlfriend. She’s bowing her head it’s as if they’re flirting. In the end, they walk off with the guy pulling on her hand. He showed his manliness at the end, I guess. I watch them walking around holding hands, they move to a cafe where they have a conversation over cups of tea.

I’m sure they’ve made up and are content with each other.

This square is wide enough that I should be able to spot Eric’s arrival if I wait here. I’ll just sit down on a bench and wait. There aren’t many children around right now, maybe they’re having lunch, and/or got tired from playing in the fountain. Since it’s lunchtime, the flow of people has changed. I can spot plenty of muscular men walking down the road.

“What are you going to eat today?” Man A

“Gotta be meat, I’ve got plenty more work today.” Man B

“You thinking Woocey’s skewers?” Man A

“Oh, that’d be great. I’m drooling just thinking about them, I’ll get a beer to go with them.” Man B

“Huh, I don’t drink alcohol in the daytime, I wait til night.” Man A

“I get it” Man B

I can spot some women watching the workmen from behind with blushing cheeks. Is it because the men’s clothes are so light? The women are huddling together and making weird comments.

“Raised muscles under tanned skin…” Woman A

“Sweat rolling over the skin…” Woman

“We don’t wear these clothes for you!” Men

I wish I could go back to when I thought the women of the royal capital wouldn’t have those proclivities. In the countryside villages like Koriat Village, there’s plenty of bold women. There’s also the more demure variety too, like Emma, but the bold variety is common.

When I first saw the women blushing from the men’s light clothes, I thought they were of the innocent variety, but no. I started to worry when I attended the aristocratic exchange party, but I’m sure that the rotten women have infested the royal capital…

As I sit on the bench waiting for Eric, people start to walk to this area carrying food for their lunch. These benches and fountains are made so that people can eat lunch comfortably.

“Oh, excuse me. Can we share this bench?” Man

“Feel free” Al

“Thank you” Man

A man and women ask if they can share the bench I’m on, they look like a couple. Of course, I moved to one side so they would be able to sit down. In this world, tables are shared as necessary, people just sit anywhere there is room. That’s how it is, it seems no one would want to make the elderly stand.

Before long, the square has been flooded with people, and the scent of the various food stalls drifts over the area. Since I overslept and had a late breakfast, I’m not hungry at the moment. Beside me, the man is eating Woocey skewers.

The smell of the spices and sauce is overpowering. I started staring at it unconsciously, but then I realized and looked elsewhere. The aroma is still tempting me, but I don’t want to lose my good seat until Eric arrives. I’ll put up with it for now, I’ll get some skewers for myself when Eric gets here.

“Hey” Man

Once I had decided to buy some skewers when Eric showed up, a skewer appeared in front of my face. It was presented by the guy sitting next to me, he was waving it in front of my face. I’m not sure what he wants.

“If you don’t want it, I’ll eat it.” Man

“Thank you, I’m much obliged.” Al

“Hmm” Man

“Was that my skewer?” Woman

“Don’t worry about it.” Man

What kind of answer was that? I look at the woman quizzically, but she seems pretty relaxed when she returns my gaze. Apparently she decided not to care. This is a nice atmosphere to have lunch, I’m realizing the peacefulness. I took the skewer and stared off into the distance.

“There are some nice sights today.” Al

“You looking where I’m looking?” Man

“Yes” Al

“What are you talking about?” Woman

The woman tries to follow our line of sight with a worried expression on her face.

“Ah! You guys were looking at that woman’s breasts, weren’t you?!” Woman

“No, I don’t know what you’re talking about” Al & Man

“Are you really sure?” Woman

“Definitely” Man

We were oddly synced up for two people that had just met.

“Isn’t that family nearby so peaceful and happy?” Man

“I’d like it if my family was so carefree.” Al

I’m glad I didn’t let on that the guy provided a good excuse. He understands my feelings.

“Hmm, I thought you would have been staring at the wife’s bountiful breasts?” Woman

“No” Al & Man

“Even so, they’re large. What is that size? Maybe about 86?” Woman

“At least 89, ah!” Al & Man

After that, the man had handprints decorating his cheeks. I wasn’t punished, since I had no real connection with the other two, but I was uncomfortable. Currently, the woman has seized the initiative, so I should be on alert for retaliation. Beside me, the man touches his cheeks with a few tears in his eyes. It looks like it was painful.

“You shouldn’t get so focused on some lumps of fat? People are more than just that, you can’t just go by appearance.” Woman

“Yes…” Man

I won’t tell her why I’m looking at the bounteous chest, I don’t want handprints on my face too. For the time being, let’s see if the conversation will change. The woman starts talking while playing with her hair.

“Even so, it’s nice that there’s such beautiful couples around.” Woman

I’d say that you two are a nice-looking couple, if the guy’s eyes weren’t so weary. He seems so stressed. There are good-looking guys in the world, but they can’t pick their nose or the whole image is ruined. It’s the little things that can trip people up.

“No matter how much you dream, it’s normal to compromise at some point.” Woman

She says that with an emotional look, maybe she’s dissatisfied with her boyfriend?

“Well, I’m sure we’ll find a compromise.” Man

“Hey, where are you looking now? Look at my face and say that?!” Woman

“Well, that’s not…” Man

“Spit it out!” Woman

“Augh! It’s not about the chest!” Man

This is just getting more uncomfortable. This couple… I don’t get it, what are they on about? And why? I’m not saying anything so I won’t cause any issues, what is with this argumentative couple next to me?

When will Eric get here?!

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