Chapter 48

The shop owner of the clothing store had a very troubled expression.

I'm sorry, it's my fault for causing you trouble!

Of course, if someone wearing the highest quality dress came into the store, it would be troublesome.

This is not a place where nobles usually come, you know.

In the midst of this, Michelle and Lil were consulting with each other.

Actually, I should be involved in this, but I don't really know what would be good, so I just listen quietly.

Rather, it's a bit strange that Michelle, a man, knows so much...

I think I'm completely considered expendable since Lil chose Michelle as her consultant.

I was asked a little about what color would be good, but since I don't have much preference, in the end, it was decided by Michelle's and Lil's tastes.

Lil and I went into the fitting room together to change.

Of course, I can put on this simple outfit by myself, but the dress I'm wearing now can't be taken off or put on by myself.

I let them take off the dress and put on the clothes.

Ah, it's so comfortable!

It's not tight and easy to move in!

The skirt below the knees flutters lightly, and my legs feel cool.

The current trend is knee-length, but it's a bit too much for me, so I chose a skirt that goes below the knees.

Just by looking at the outfit, I don't look too far from a slightly wealthy young lady.

"Ah, it suits you, but..."

Michelle was now in plain men's clothing.

The shop owner looked confused as he looked at Michelle, but I didn't mind.

"Still, Lady Reisha's beauty can't be hidden by just a little. This is necessary, after all."

What he handed me was a wide-brimmed hat.

If I wear it deeply, it will block people's gazes.

I don't want to seem overly self-conscious, but I know that thanks to the maids, my skin is quite radiant.

I don't look like an ordinary commoner.

"If it's too elaborate, it will be even more dangerous, so the guards will stay a bit away. Lady Reisha, please don't leave my side. I'll hold your hand, if you don't mind."

"I understand."

If I got lost in such a crowded place, it would be a big problem.

Not only me, but everyone who came with me would be punished, so I took the offered hand without resistance.

Michelle also squeezed my hand back.

"Wow, what a perk! I wonder what Claude would say if I told him."

...Can you stop teasing me?

I hesitated whether to stop him or not, but in the end, I said nothing.

It would be pointless anyway.

"Let's go, Miss! I have a recommended food stall, so let's go there!"

I was pulled into the market.

From the entrance, it was already bustling like a festival, and my mood naturally lifted.

"Lady Reisha, it's dangerous to stop."

I almost stopped to look around, but the flow of people was fast, and stopping would obstruct the passage.

I looked around while asking Michelle about interesting things I saw.

Michelle seemed familiar with the place, moving smoothly and having a lot of knowledge, answering my questions in detail.

I think he's a wonderful guide.

"This way."

Suddenly, my hand was pulled, and I moved closer to Michelle.

Then, a hunched man quickly passed by.

I thought I made eye contact for a moment, but he looked like a bad character and spat at me before leaving.

I was about to turn around to see what it was, but Michelle started walking, so I faced forward again.

"Lady Reisha, you seem to be quite a target. How many people have there been since we started? Maybe it's because you have the air of a sheltered young lady?"

"Huh?"

"A pickpocket. Didn't you notice?"

What?

I didn't notice at all...

I've heard that pickpockets here are skilled and can't be easily caught even by the city guards...

"Is it okay?"

Let it go.

Indeed, Michelle has no obligation to catch them.

"It's just an attempt, and we can't really tell if they are pickpockets without catching them in the act. So, when I said pickpocket, it's more like a possibility."

There are a lot of things to consider.

But, indeed, if it comes down to whether they did it or not, any crime can be escaped without decisive evidence.

"Well, it's a good thing I didn't hand over your purse, Lady Reisha. Do you want to buy anything? Everything will be covered as expenses, so please don't hesitate to ask."

I do have a budget as a duchess, but... since Michelle says so, it's fine.

I'll buy something that won't cause too much trouble for Ragnar.

As I was thinking this, cheers came from ahead.

"What is it?"

"Beyond here is the central square, so there might be some entertainment. Shall we go see?"

Of course.

I nodded, and Michelle started walking in that direction.

The cheers grew louder, and the voices were mostly high-pitched, mostly children's. There were also women's voices.

There was quite a crowd, but Michelle skillfully navigated through the gaps and got us to the front row.

And then...

"Wow!"

"No way! What is this!?"

At the sight before us, we looked at each other and our mouths relaxed.

"I see! This is something that appeals to girls and children."

Even though he was analyzing it calmly, Michelle's eyes were shining.

I knew Michelle liked these kinds of things.

Well, these kinds of things are not limited to men or women.

"Lady Reisha, let's buy one! Let's buy one! I'll definitely convince Claude! I'll take care of it!"

What Michelle, with his cheeks flushed, was urging me to buy were small, fluffy balls.

They were cute baby animals, soft and fluffy.

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