Chapter 145: Vivian Inn
After selecting a few more simple ornaments, Jake paid for everything without hesitation.
Once the items were carefully packed, the two of them left the jewelry store and continued their exploration of the city.
The lively streets of Haunfen City stretched out before them once more, filled with the sounds of merchants, passersby, and the distant cry of seabirds near the harbor.
Grace walked beside him, her steps lighter than before.
In her hands, she held the small package containing the necklace, occasionally glancing down at it with a soft, happy expression.
"Hmm~"
A quiet hum escaped her lips without her realizing it... a light, contented sound as she walked under the afternoon sun.
It wasn’t just the necklace itself that made her feel this way.
What truly made her chest feel warm was the simple fact that Jake had bought it for her.
She peeked at him from the side for a moment, her golden eyes filled with quiet joy, before looking back down at the package again.
Her fingers gently brushed over the wrapping, as if carefully confirming that it was real.
Jake noticed the soft smile on her face and the way she kept glancing at the necklace, but he didn’t say anything.
He simply continued walking beside her, a faint smile of his own appearing at the corner of his lips.
But then, Jake glanced at Grace from the side.
Seeing her soft, happy expression as she carefully held the package, a quiet sense of pride rose in his chest.
’This is the kind of expression she should have more often...’
Watching her walk beside him with that light, contented look made him feel strangely satisfied.
But then, as his eyes drifted slightly lower...
The soft sway of her body as she walked, the way her clothes gently outlined her figure... especially around her tight chest and the memory of how her soft butt had felt under his hand earlier... all of it slowly stirred something else inside him.
’She’s humming so happily just because of a necklace I bought her...’
His gaze lingered for a moment longer than necessary.
If she’s this happy over something like this... what kind of face would she make if I spoiled her even more later?
A faintly mischievous thought crossed his mind, and the corner of his mouth lifted slightly.
As he watched Grace humming happily while carefully holding the package, an old memory suddenly surfaced in his mind.
It was his father’s words from years ago, when he had asked for advice about dating a girl.
[When you are outside, make sure to treat a girl sincerely. Be proper, be respectful, and make her feel valued.]
[But in private... you can be as lewd as you want.]
Jake almost let out a quiet chuckle at the thought.
As they continued walking through the lively streets, Jake’s thoughts slowly returned to the present.
The two of them passed several more shops and stalls before a large building came into view ahead.
It was clearly an inn, bigger and more well-kept than the ones around it, with a sturdy structure and a clean exterior that stood out among the nearby buildings.
Above the entrance hung a wooden sign, and on it was a familiar emblem.
Grace suddenly blinked, her steps slowing as she looked up at it.
"Ohh Jake!"
"Hm?"
She pointed lightly toward the sign.
"That logo... isn’t that Vivian’s?"
Jake followed her gaze and narrowed his eyes slightly.
Indeed, the mark carved into the wooden sign was the same emblem they had seen associated with Vivian before.
Grace tilted her head curiously.
"Wow, Madam Vivian’s business sure is everywhere."
Jake nodded as he looked at the familiar logo on the sign.
"...Yeah. That’s definitely hers."
For a moment, he simply stared at the large inn before a thought crossed his mind.
Since we’re already here... might as well check it out.
They still needed a place to stay while waiting for news about the ship.
Jake glanced at Grace.
"We need a place to stay anyway. Until I get news about the ship, we’ll have to remain in the city for a while."
He looked back toward the inn’s entrance.
"Let’s go take a look."
Grace nodded without hesitation, as she followed him toward the building.
The two of them stepped through the entrance and into the inn.
The moment they walked inside, the difference from ordinary lodging houses became obvious.
The interior was spacious and well-maintained, with polished wooden floors and clean walls decorated with refined ornaments.
Soft lighting from crystal lamps gave the lobby a warm, elegant atmosphere.
Several well-dressed guests could be seen resting on comfortable sofas near the side, and the overall air of the place clearly belonged to a higher-class establishment rather than a simple traveler’s inn.
Grace’s eyes widened slightly as she looked around with curiosity.
"...This place is really impressive."
Jake gave a small nod, sweeping his gaze across the lobby.
"Yeah. It’s a lot more expensive-looking than I expected."
Without lingering too long, the two of them walked toward the front counter.
A neatly dressed receptionist looked up as they approached, offering a polite smile.
"Welcome. How may I assist you?"
Jake stepped up to the counter.
"I’m looking for a room."
The receptionist was just about to respond when Jake suddenly paused.
After a brief moment of thought, he reached into his pocket and took out the card Barbara had given him earlier, placing it lightly on the counter.
The receptionist’s eyes immediately focused on it.
For a second, her professional expression shifted into clear surprise.
She carefully picked up the card, examined the emblem and markings on it, then looked back up at Jake with a much more respectful attitude.
"...This is a VIP guest card issued under Lady Vivian’s authority."
She quickly composed herself and gave a polite bow.
"I apologize for not recognizing it sooner. For holders of this card, we have a dedicated VIP room prepared. There will be no charge for your stay, and additional services will be provided according to VIP privileges."
Grace blinked in mild surprise at the sudden change in treatment.
Jake simply nodded calmly.
"Then we’ll take that room."
"Of course, sir. Please allow me to guide you."
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The receptionist politely led them up a set of stairs and down a quiet corridor before stopping in front of a solid wooden door.
After unlocking it, she pushed it open and stepped aside.
"This is your room. Please enjoy your stay."
Jake and Grace stepped inside.
The moment they entered, both of them paused slightly.
The room was clearly on a different level from ordinary inn rooms.
It was spacious, with a large and comfortable-looking bed, clean wooden furniture, and soft lighting that gave the space a warm atmosphere.
Thick curtains covered the windows, and the overall interior was refined without being overly extravagant.
Grace’s eyes widened a little as she looked around.
"This is really nice."
Jake gave a small nod of agreement as he stepped further in.
What surprised them even more was the additional door on the side of the room.
When Jake opened it, he found a private washroom inside... complete with a clean tub and proper facilities.
"They even prepared a private washroom," he muttered.
Grace peeked in as well, looking impressed.
After confirming everything, the receptionist politely excused herself and closed the door behind them, leaving the two alone in the quiet VIP room with a meaningful smile.
Jake placed their belongings on the nearby table before walking over to the large bed.
He sat down without hesitation, and the moment his body sank into the mattress, a low sigh of genuine pleasure escaped him.
"Ohh... This is so soft."
Grace followed right after him.
Without any elegance at all, she simply let herself fall forward onto the bed, burying her face into the soft covers.
"Mmm~"
A muffled sound of pure bliss came from her as she remained face-down for a moment, clearly enjoying the feeling.
"...It’s really soft," she murmured in agreement, her voice slightly muffled by the bed.
Jake glanced at her from the side and couldn’t help but let out a small chuckle.
As Grace remained face-down on the soft bed, still smiling with her cheek pressed into the covers, her skirt had ridden up from the way she had plopped down earlier.
From Jake’s position, the view was completely unobstructed.
Her plump, soft butt was fully revealed beneath the lifted skirt, the smooth curves looking especially inviting under the warm light of the room.
One of her legs swayed lightly in the air without her realizing it, making the soft flesh of her rear jiggle slightly with each small movement.
"..."
Jake’s eyes lingered on the sight for a moment.
Then, without saying anything, he reached out and placed his rough palm firmly on her super cute and erotic butt.
Grace, who had still been smiling with her face buried in the soft bed, suddenly paused.
"...!"
Before Grace could fully react, Jake suddenly leaned over her.
In the next moment, he had moved on top of her from behind.
His hands firmly caught both of her wrists and pinned them down against the soft bed, locking them in place with ease.
"J-Jake...?"