Knights, Let’s Smash Them

72 – Bless this wonderful coastal city! (2)

Harald Duke of Hebron put my proposal on hold, saying that he would discuss it later with his vassals.

Isn’t it the Duchy of Hebron that has been strangely stingy when it comes to accepting foreign culture from the beginning?

It may be a little burdensome for the Duke alone to decide to attract an association called Luchi-Hyeop, which he has never heard of or seen in the territory.

Still, let’s focus on the fact that we didn’t refuse with a single knife.

“It is time for the winds of change to blow in the Duchy of Hebron… ….”

Only Princess Lilia, who had already been corrupted by the greasy and crispy taste, expressed dissatisfaction.

“Anything that changes radically has side effects. For now, let’s leave it to the Duke’s judgment.”

It’s not that I don’t regret it.

As it is one of the top three dukedoms in the empire, it might be better to permeate as slowly and leisurely as possible.

When I came to my senses, I realized that Luchi cooperatives had been established all over the territory.

‘If we strengthen economic cooperation in this way, we will be able to steal the pie of the Black Lion Knights.’

Actually, this was the real reason why he dared to attack the Duke of Hebron.

Of the dungeons distributed in the northern part, more than half are located in the Duchy of Hebron.

So, no matter how huge the dukedom is, managing all those dungeons with its own army and knights is close to impossible.

Since it is also a territory that is in direct contact with the realm of monsters, most of the dungeons are entrusted with the management of external knights.

Among them, the Imperial Black Lion Knights were practically occupying the dungeons of the Hebron Territory.

Last time, there was an uproar over the quality of swamp flowers, like the A-class dungeon Ulaid Swamp.

Aside from that, if it’s a fairly good dungeon, the Black Lion Knights have already eaten it.

‘But the fact that the management is a mess is really funny. Since the Hebron Territory gives them de facto autonomy, income doesn’t come out properly.’

To monopolize such sweet honey is a death that the former administrative officer will not forgive.

What is the conclusion?

It is true education for the former workplace.

Now that he has had quite a one-sided relationship with the princess of Hebron, the time to break off the rice cake that he steadily built up last time from Petra and Ibona is approaching.

“It’s a pity… ….”

Of course, the culprit, who is being used as an important word, was still licking his lips and regretting it without realizing my intentions.

“Huh, if you want something to eat, you can always visit the Rupel estate. If it’s Princess Lilia, I’ll bring you several plates.”

“Are you sure!?”

“Of course.”

“Because I still have some vacation left from the Knights…… I’ll have to visit one more time before it’s over.”

Yes, that’s right. Vacation.

We must not forget why we came to Nodarsk and our duty.

“By the way, where should we go to our accommodation? Now I want to enjoy sightseeing in earnest.”

“Ah…… ! Yes. I forgot.”

Lillia waved her arms in response.

“I rented the entire luxury inn in Nodarsk. You can live there during your vacation.”

It’s a luxurious inn.

The city view is also quite beautiful, but how good would a luxury inn be?

“Oh, I can’t wait to go!”

Vice-captain Emain stomps his feet as if just imagining it makes his expectations rise.

The unspoken cry of wanting to rest right now.

Lilia led us to the lodging with a pleasant smile at Emain’s appearance.

“It is right in front of the beach, so the view is very beautiful.”

As she said, a building appeared that was worthy of being called the most luxurious inn in the city.

First of all, it is a four-story building.

In this world where the architectural style is not systematized, building more than 3 floors is unthinkable unless you are the lord of a territory, a major official, or at least a top lord of the upper ranks.

The inn ‘Mermaid’s Pearl’ stands tall among the surrounding buildings.

“Meet the honorable Snow Leopard Knights from Count Rupel. I am the manager here at the Mermaid’s Pearl.”

That’s not the only surprise.

I was fascinated simply by looking at the exterior, but as soon as we arrived at the entrance, the staff of the inn came out to welcome us, and honestly, we couldn’t help but be dazzled.

A place like this was within the Volibert Empire?

A luxurious facility that even I, who had been traveling all over the empire, was unaware of. No, maybe I didn’t tell you on purpose.

It’s called Najakhyu (my own little resort).

The more famous a place like this becomes, the harder it will be to come.

It may have been an accommodation mainly used by nobles and officials of the territory, including the Duke of Hebron.

“Then I’ll take you inside.”

After following the manager and entering the inn, all sorts of luxurious facilities greeted me.

“The accommodation is on the 3rd floor, and on the 4th floor you can enjoy a simple barbecue party while watching the sunset over the sea. The second floor is equipped with various entertainment facilities, including card games that are popular in the capital.”

“Mi, crazy… ….”

There is really nothing different from a hotel stay.

I never thought I could get such a service in this world.

“But personally, during this time…… Rather than the entertainment facilities on the 2nd floor, I would recommend enjoying the sea bathing at the beach right in front of our inn.”

“If it’s sea bathing, can you go to the beach too?!”

The youngest knight, Barbara, who had been speechless the entire time and had only kept her mouth open, shouted.

“Of course.”

“Wow, really…… ?! It’s my first time going to the beach!!”

Well, most of the knights have never been outside of Rupel’s territory.

As Rupel Manor is a typical inland manor, you probably have never enjoyed bathing in the sea.

“Heinz, let’s go together quickly!”

“Wait Barbara…… !”

Barbara pulls Heinz’s arm with an excited expression.

Look at that mommaemae. Are you doing skinship without hesitation? Sri shamefully.

However, the manager blocked the two of them.

“I’m sorry, but you can’t go to the beach in that outfit.”

“Yes?”

“Of course, you have to wear a swimsuit.”

“A swimsuit?”

Barbara tilted her head. In the first place, it is a Rupel estate that does not have many opportunities to properly learn about swimming.

I’m not a modern person like me, but I haven’t experienced various cultural artifacts by traveling around the outside often like Xianne or Emen.

It was a natural reaction for a girl who had just undergone a coming-of-age ceremony.

“Now that this has happened, I would like to introduce you to beautiful and comfortable swimsuits from Mermaid Pearl. There are various sizes available, so don’t worry and try them on.”

As the manager pours out his words like a liquidation flow, women dressed in neat attire appear from the back as if they had been waiting for this moment.

“Ladies go this way.”

“Do I have to wear it too?”

“Won’t the princess enjoy bathing in the sea?”

“No…… ! Isn’t that what it is!?”

“He introduced me to such a nice place, let’s enjoy it together, princess!”

“Ugh, ugh…” ….”

The female team, including Lilia, who seems to be in trouble, separates and disappears.

“On the other hand, gentlemen can change into whatever they like in the room with the curtains over there.”

The manager said with a strange smile.

Besides, as soon as he met her eyes, he raised his thumb and shot a sly look at her.

I couldn’t help but admire the sincere response that didn’t hide even an inch of desire.

Yes.

This is the right summer vacation and vacation!!!

The sea in summer.

The sea is a swimsuit.

The swimsuit is a bikini.

I paid tribute to the manager’s sense for the perfectly fitting puzzle pieces.

You know something, man!

***

“Hey…… Isn’t this just underwear…….”

From noble mtl dot com.

“Isn’t it Captain Xianne who brought me to have fun together?”

“No, I didn’t know this outfit was… ….”

At first glance, the locker room that the employee entered without thinking was full of lewd costumes.

Does this really fit into the category of clothes?

The most wholesome thing, a full-body swimsuit. Even the material was rubber-like, so it looked even more erotic when worn.

A warm feeling that rises when you turn your head even a little.

But the employee answered in a firm voice.

“It is not underwear.”

“What, what is not! This one has a completely hollow chest, and this is just the main, important lower part covered with cloth!!”

“No. It’s not a lewd outfit at all. It’s the traditional attire of our Nodarks.”

“Ugh…… !!”

Trying to mention tradition, Xianne was really at a loss for words.

If you say anything more here, don’t you seem like a person who is culturally very closed and has no common sense?

However, Xian wasn’t the only one who was at a loss for words.

“Tradition, before…… The Tong costume fits, but…… Still, such a shameless…….”

“Lady of the Duke, isn’t it about time you put on some clothes? For the same reason, he always refused to attend the beach social gathering. Please take this opportunity to try it on.”

When the old woman, who looked like she was going to be her maid of honor, opened her mouth, Lilia’s face drastically drew.

“A beach social?”

“This is a social church held here in Northarks every summer. It is an event where promising people from all walks of life, including the sons of nobles from the dukedom, gather and make friends simply.”

“There was such a thing.”

“But the basic condition to participate in it is to wear a swimsuit like this…… That’s…….”

I already knew all too well about swimsuits.

There is no way that her next lord would be ignorant of the traditions of the most famous tourist town in her estate.

But Lilia Hebron was ashamed of all those outfits.

It’s not that the clothes are embarrassing, it’s the shame that the skin is exposed by wearing that costume.

She is the leader of the wolves and has always maintained her dignity.

To Lilia, that level of exposure seemed like she was literally stripping herself naked.

“Aren’t they all trusted by Lady Lilia? In addition, to prevent any other unsavory thing from happening, all beaches near our mermaid’s pearl are under control.”

“…… Mmm.”

“And actually, you wanted to try it on at least once, didn’t you?”

That’s right.

There is a difference between being embarrassed and not wanting to wear it. I want to wear it…… That’s why it was so embarrassing!

While the two women continued to worry endlessly between shame and curiosity.

“Mom!!”

Awesome.

The curtain that had been hidden was opened and Lucy appeared in a white dress.

“It’s light! Thin! And cool! Good!”

Lucy jumps up and down as if she really likes the swimsuit.

It was definitely really pretty.

Anyway, before they were knights, they were just women. The sweet and delicious food and pretty clothes naturally move your heart.

And then, vice-captain Emain and Barbara, who entered without hesitation, appeared.

“… ….”

“Hey, it’s erotic, but it’s pretty…… What is this?”

“You two should try it on. When I put it on, it’s really comfortable and I’m not ashamed of it at all.”

“Right!”

“Hmm…… !”

Sianne and Lilia made eye contact and exchanged silent signals.

I had no choice but to pick up a few swimsuits and go inside.