Ch72 - [Gently petting the dog head] He had already seen through everything!

“Bring your beloved he/she/it, enjoy the wonderful scenery of nature, and share a unique and intimate care with each other.”

This was the advertisement that Sirius received from customer service prior to making his booking. The other had even claimed that everyone, who had bought this service package in the past, always gave it a full rating in the end.

“You will love it. The feeling of being cared for is very wonderful~”

The word choice of customer service, who loved to send silly emojis, was very ambiguous.

“Of course, when you’re taking care of the other person, you’ll also be very amused. Hah.”

The upright and serious Admiral, naturally wouldn’t be deceived by these vague, insinuative words. The reason he ultimately made a booking was merely because the customers gave a very high rating. Even though the seller’s marketing method was rather vulgar, he couldn’t deny the high praise for the product.

Sirius said: “After a while, our states might reverse.”

Change into a dog?

Nalun narrowed his eyes: “When?”

The Chow Chow shook his head: “Not sure.”

Nalun said: “No problem. Let’s take the time to look at the scenery.”

The flurry medium sized dog looked docile and stupidly adorable, completely far off from Sirius’s usual image. The huge contrast made Nalun’s heart tremble. He couldn’t help gently petting the dog head again, grayish green eyes shining brightly.

However, he still asked with a strong sense of restraint: “If I… uhh touch you like this, would it feel uncomfortable?”

The big Chow Chow Sirius wagged his tail, some exasperation appearing on his face.

“No.” He actively used his head to nuzzle Nalun’s hand.

Not only did it not feel bad, it even felt very comfortable.

That ambiguous sounding customer service didn’t actually deceive him. This was indeed a ‘unique and intimate care with each other’. Wasn’t the care between pets and humans unique? The words ‘being cared for is very wonderful’ was also not wrong. Nalun’s strength was perfect. When being touched on the head, his scalp tingled faintly……

Sirius then said: “But I’m not used to walking on four legs.”

Nalun immediately expressed don’t worry: “I’ll carry you!”

Sirius felt very satisfied with this.

However……

Nalun: “You look a bit big, and somewhat heavy.”

The size of a mature Chow Chow wasn’t small. If this were in reality, even an adult would have a hard time holding it for long periods. People with little strength would, on the contrary, get tackled down by the dog……

Sirius said confidently: “You should be able to adjust the data.”

This wasn’t reality. Many things can be adjusted.

Since the game allowed one party to change into a pet. Then how could the designers not consider the wonderful experience of ‘being hugged in the arms of your lover as a pet’?

Nalun fumbled around for a while. Sure enough, he found the weight and strength regulator. After making some adjustments, he held up the Chow Chow and weighed it curiously with his hands.

Sirius: “……”

This was the first time he was being embraced consciously by the person he liked. Yet it was in this kind of form.

The Chow Chow looked melancholic, almost like it was unhappy.

Nalun smiled very lackadaisical. This type of dog often had an unhappy expression, practically born looking depressed. However, whenever he remembered that this was Sirius, he just couldn’t help but laugh.

The Chow Chow gave him a gloomy look. Alright, at least this was the first time this little liar was so happy in front of him.

He slowly extended his tongue and gave a lick.

Nalun: “……” His smile stiffened at the corner of his mouth.

Sud…suddenly licked?

He abruptly realized that he wasn’t in a great situation. Even as a Chow Chow, this was still Sirius.

Nalun told himself that he couldn’t relax his vigilance just because the other had turned into a dog.

Good thing after the Chow Chow gave a lick, it sulkily nested in Nalun’s arms and stopped moving.

Nalun let out a breath of relief, finally in a leisure mood to wander around the area.

As he wished, there really was a river here. Its water quality was clear and limpid. Standing on the shore, Nalun could see the smoothed out rocks at the bottom. Next to the river was a lush green meadow. After that was a forest.

He stroked the fluffy head in his arms and asked: “Didn’t you say this was a competition? What’s the rules? How can we win?”

Actually, what he wanted to ask the most was how come he hasn’t seen anyone else?

The Chow Chow narrowed his eyes and said lazily: “Close your eyes. See the control panel? There’s an introduction there.”

Nalun froze briefly. It’s been a long time, he almost forgot the standard controls for a virtual game. Hastily pulling out the control panel, he gave it a look. After looking, he was even more certain that this virtual game was very questionable.

The participating teams wouldn’t meet each other in the wilderness. They’d only gather at a designated location after triggering a certain event.

The Chow Chow was also explaining to the side.

“There’s a precious treasure deep in the forest. Whichever pair…… whatever team finds it first is the winner.”

There were all kinds of relaxing little games mixed in between this. The amusement portion far surpassed the competitive portion.

Nalun: “Why is the precious treasure called ‘The Heart of Eternal Love’?” Who came up with this kind of strange, not very mainstream name?

The Chow Chow: “……. that might be a problem with the aesthetics of the designer?”

Nalun scoffed internally.

If it were before, he might have believed it. However, right now……

He patted the dog head heavily.

–I… have already seen through everything!

Sirius: “……”

Although the nature of this competition was very questionable, Nalun already self-adapted pretty well. Since Sirius didn’t say it clearly, for the time being, he’ll just pretend he didn’t know anything.

Grayish green eyes turning a half circle– In any case, it didn’t affect him too much. On the contrary, Sirius’s ‘daring to do it, but not daring to admit to it’ conduct seemed rather thwarted. Originally, Nalun didn’t even notice. However, the Chow Chow’s naturally gloomy face constantly expressed his unhappiness. This also made Nalun discover a certain area of amusement.

Sirius only dared to secretly take advantage of him.

Perhaps he could exploit this somewhat.

— Lately, he’s really been too passive. It’s time to do something to change his mood.

The black-haired youth hugged the plump big dog and traversed through the forest. The surroundings were quiet and tranquil. A light breeze blew past, bringing a faint fragrance.

To build a wonderful holy ground for sweethearts, the amusement park truly expended plenty of blood and effort. Here, all five senses received enjoyment and relaxation. Unlike reality, they wouldn’t feel tired from walking a long journey. They didn’t even need to worry about dirt and sweat.

Participating in another holiday contest during the Hunting Festival, this time, the competitive Honored Prince decided to be part of the scenery gang.

–That strangely named treasure… was incapable of arousing his enthusiasm for the competition anyways.

He slowly strolled along, slender long fingers occasionally pressing into the Chow Chow’s thick fur, threading in between and feeling the soft smooth texture. Meanwhile, the Admiral, who was experiencing this ‘wicked touch’, yawned in contentment and nuzzled Nalun’s chest in return.

At first, Nalun would still feel somewhat stiff. Later on, he already got very used to it.

It was only a dog anyways. Examining it deeper, it was also only a pile of data.

His real body was still lying quietly inside the all-virtual cabin.

The Chow Chow opened his mouth somewhat and wagged his tail faintly. He seemed to have felt a bit of the delight of this virtual journey.

The man and dog were incomparably harmonious, until Nalun saw a certain tree before them that was shining with light.

That’s right. It was a brightly shining tree.

The Chow Chow perked his ears: “It’s here!”

Nalun: “???”

The Chow Chow said tentatively: “Put your hand on it and give it a try?”

Nalun did so.

View suddenly going black, a few seconds later, Nalun found himself transported into a certain wooden room. Other than the dog he held in his hands, a bunch of people suddenly appeared around him…… Each of them also carried a furry pet in their hands.

Nalun: “……”

He couldn’t resist secretly tugging on the fur on Sirius’s neck.

What’s going on?

The Chow Chow wagged his tail in contentment, as if being squeezed felt very good.

Nalun: “……”

At this time, a figure slowly appeared on the table in the middle of the wooden room.

“Haha, welcome to the amusement park. This is a checkpoint of the game. I am your judge, Oli!”

Green eyes blinked blankly.

A minute later, with a sullen face, Nalun slowly combed through the Chow Chow’s fur.

Oh. So it’s a competition of tastes.

Winning can obtain a clue for the precious treasure?

But……

He looked around and saw the numerous people, who were dressing up their pets just like him. Their faces were filled with delight, the softness in their eyes practically spilling out. Occasionally, they’d even kiss the heads of their ‘beloved pet’.

Gaze shifting to the top of the Chow Chow’s head, Nalun lost focus for a moment.

How could he even do that?

If his mouth went down, his entire face would be buried in fur!

The most important thing was, who can tell him, why did the respectable Honored Prince of the Empire have to compete with a bunch of young men and women over who could dress up their pet best?

Was this a kindergarten event?

He had long passed the age of dressing up dolls and pets, and playing house. How could he get involved in this kind of dress up game favored by young girls?

Not to mention, was this a pet?

This was Sirius!

Even though he turned into a golden Chow Chow that naturally carried an ‘unhappy’ face. This was still the Imperial Admiral!

“Do you need a butterfly bow?”

To his side, an enthusiastic girl handed over a pink bow: “It suits Chow Chows very well~!”

Nalun stared at the butterfly bow, frozen in place. A few seconds later, a look of conflict appeared on his face.

“…… Thanks.”

Although he felt complicated, he still accepted the girl’s kindness. Holding the huge bow and dazing off for a moment, he finally gritted his teeth and tied the bow on the head of his ‘beloved pet’.

Sirius: “……”

The Chow Chow with a butterfly bow expressionlessly sat in place.

Green eyes flashing, the Honored Prince sighed and said: “The virtual game you signed up for is too strange. This isn’t my fault .”

Sirius: “…… En.”

If Nalun could restrain the amusement within his eyes slightly, perhaps Sirius might still believe the other was doing this unwillingly.

The bow seemed to have turned on one of Nalun’s switches. He suddenly found meaning to this questionable contest.

“Do you like green or blue?”

The Chow Chow maintained a thoughtful posture, motionless.

“Let’s do green.”

A verdant green ribbon was placed around Mr.Monte’s neck.

“Huh? This little cloak looks pretty good. Let me help wrap it around you.”

A black colored, triangular cloak was draped over Mr.Monte’s back.

“This is also pretty fitting……”

“And this……”

The Chow Chow remained still like a mountain, gazing deeply into the far distance. Until……

“This pompom dress……”

Dark colored eyes swiftly locked onto the speaker.

Nalun instantly fell silent. He seemed to have received a certain dangerous signal.

Awkwardly putting down the dress, he expressed: “Looks a lot like something Ilia owns.”

Sirius moved his gaze away.

Nalun: “……”

The admonished Honored Prince exercised some restraint.

Under his ‘meticulous decoration’, the richly attired Chow Chow received a negative review from the judge, Oli.