"See? I've passed, too.
After the fight, Luke smiled lightly at me and said proudly, "I saw you.
I watched you. You're as strong as ever.
"Right! Surprisingly, I seem to be the girl who can do it.
At first I thought it was hopeless, but then I squinted at the fact that I passed.
I heard that Luke had passed, too.
I knew Luke had a part of me that didn't want to be beaten, so I was more than happy to get a result that I didn't lose.
But I could have been more comfortable, though.
No, no, I was better than you.
You didn't see it. I know both so I can compare them.
"I know without looking. I would never lose.
It's like going back in time.
"Wow, you look like that.
Suddenly Gawain's voice from behind.
It was Luke who was in the corner of his eye.
'It's nothing. It's just normal.
No, it's not like the usual breezy, but not a single sincere smile that's fake. It's like a working man who has a crush on a girl he had a crush on when he was in school, but regretted not being able to do anything about it because he was afraid of ruining the relationship.
"Shut up now or I'll kill you, captain.
Luke tries to stop her in an unusually carefree manner, and Gawain teases her for it.
It's kind of comforting to know that your best friend seems to be getting along with you at work.
"So, dude. Noel, right?
Mr. Gawain looked at me and said, "I'll buy you anything you want as a reward for enduring 60 seconds.
'I'll buy you anything you want as a reward for enduring sixty seconds. What would you like to eat?
What, anything ......!
Can I ask for anything? ......!
I do my best to think about what's best to choose and then say, "Meat!
"The meat!
It's the one, after all!
As I grew up as a relatively poor commoner, fine meat is something I admire.
Gawain is a holy grail (Maegus) class magician, and he must receive a significant amount of income.
I don't mind being a little extravagant, right?
It's a treat.
"Okay, okay. I'll take you to the most expensive place in King's Landing.
What a bigot!
This guy is a good boss. ......!
I followed Gawain, excited with anticipation.
"So, why are you even following me?
"Because Noel is my buddy,
"You're going to take advantage and buy me a drink, man.
"It's all in your head.
While saying that, Luke was completely in the drink course.
I'm still impressed with his skills as always.
I'm sure you'll be able to find a good deal more than you think.
Normally, I would be hesitant to even approach the store, and I enter the store with trepidation, wondering if it's really okay.
On the other side of the door is the world of the very upper class.
A glass of water costs about the same price as my food for a day.
Even the air seems to have a hint of high prices.
You can ask for anything you want. Eat as much as you want.
"Are you sure?
Me, bouncing my voice.
"You'd better not go to ......, captain.
Luke interrupts.
'Hmm? Why?
Noel is such a big eater.
You're only small for your size. Well, we'll take care of it. I've got enough money to feed a couple of juniors.
Mr. Gawain, who was so smug and confident, thirty minutes later was staring into the void with the eyes of a dead fish.
'I'd like a refill, please!
"...... still eating, man.
"Meat is a separate stomach.
"............
Leaving the store with a big belly and a happy feeling.
Gawain and Luke were talking about something while paying.
'Ha, half a month's worth of food in one day ......
"Cheer up, captain.
Well, would you mind if I got your share?
"Thanks for the meal, captain.
I didn't hear much of the content, but I'm glad that Luke seems to be getting along with his seniors.
Anyway, I can't believe you got to eat your dinner at lunch: ......!
There were many days when there was no such thing as a lunch break at my previous job because there was so much work to do, so I'm too grateful for this time when I can eat in plenty of time.
Ah, how nice it is to be in a white work environment.
It was the first day of my new life, under a cloudless blue sky, and I was happy to be there.