Chapter 50

I had been sleeping until after noon, and after a very late lunch, I was lying face down next to the large window in the living room.

"Ah, I've been moving around a lot lately, so it's been a while since I've had a chance to relax like this."

"Hehe, please take your time and relax."

From behind, the sound of Sakura making tea echoed, which was very soothing.

Being on the top floor, the sun felt very close, and the warm sunlight was also very comfortable.

I felt like I could fall asleep immediately if I closed my eyes.

While dozing off and gazing out the window,

"Oh."

Below, I could see Hestia, who was about the size of a bean, walking towards the town.

She seems to be going to town today.

...Probably to gather materials for a staff.

Actually, she fixed my staff yesterday, but it broke again after just a few hours.

At that time, she excitedly said she would gather more materials with even more enthusiasm.

"I feel a bit guilty."

"But, Hestia seems to be having a lot of fun, doesn't she?"

"Is that so?"

"Yes. When someone is happy or enjoying themselves, the fluctuation of their magic is very distinctive. I think she feels a sense of accomplishment in making it."

Hmm, if she feels that way, that's a good thing.

I can't see or feel magic, so I don't understand that part.

"Maybe it's because I haven't trained my perception abilities?"

"That's part of it, but more importantly, your magic is very powerful. It's like how a human would need to pay a lot of attention to notice a small animal's breathing. The magic that emanates from a body is usually very weak."

I see. I can use magic, but I still have a lot to learn in that area.

"But, Sakura can sense it, right?"

When I'm in sync with Sakura, I can also sense other people's magic and presence.

"It's because I'm the house. I'm very sensitive to people's reactions. I remember that Anne was also very happy when she came here last time. She's similar to Hestia."

"...Compared to her, I suddenly feel a bit anxious."

"Hehe, the stronger the magic, the easier it is to understand someone's emotions. She is definitely enjoying herself."

But if she's enjoying herself, that's not a bad thing.

As I watched Hestia disappear into the depths of the forest, I thought of something.

"By the way, Sakura, do you ever want to go to town?"

"Huh? Not really. I'm happiest just watching you."

"Is that so? But sometimes I go out for a walk by myself. Don't you get bored then?"

If Sakura wants something or needs something, I could buy it for her in town.

"Not really."

"You don't have any material desires?"

"I'm the house. I tend to be like the owner. You don't have many desires either, do you?"

"No, no... I think I have some...?"

I'm not sure, but I should have some.

Yeah, like delicious food. No, that's just appetite.

"Ah... Well, yeah. I probably have a little. I want some stability."

"Hehe. I also have a little of that desire. But more importantly, do you ever want to go to town?"

Hmm, what is it?

Even though I said it to Sakura, I don't really feel the need to go to town right now.

"I think I'm happiest at home. I prefer lounging around to going out."

I'm basically an indoor person, so I don't feel like going to town.

"Hmm... Just hearing those words from you makes me feel like I'm on top of the world..."

She was so moved that she almost cried.

I'm just a homebody.

If it makes her happy, that's fine.

"Still, I think I'm happiest taking care of you at home. Cooking, doing laundry, preparing the bath, and making the bed. I feel very happy during those times."

Now that I think about it, I can live a pretty comfortable life by relying on Sakura.

That's a good thing.

"But... maybe I should move around a bit more?"

"No, no, I want you to be lazy as much as possible. I'm happy when you are."

"O-Okay. Then, I'll take you up on that and be lazy today."

"Sure. Can I use your lap as a pillow?"

"Sure, go ahead."

As I said that, Sakura's skin came under my face.

"Ugh..."

"Was it uncomfortable?"

"No, ...I just didn't expect to be in this position while lying face down."

It wasn't uncomfortable, but it was a bit awkward, so I turned my head to the side and rested my weight on her.

Then, Sakura's warmth and the warm sunlight made my body relax.

"..."

Because I was touching Sakura, the synchronization automatically activated, and I could sense a few monsters approaching.

It seems like there are more than usual, but I don't really care.

I gave the golems some casual instructions and continued basking in the sun.

The monsters disappeared from my perception range in a few dozen seconds, so there was no need to worry about them.