CH 337

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It was best to not get involved in delicate conversations “Well, the food is here. Let’s eat.” “Yes.” “Wuff.” “Kyau!” As we were talking, the food was served, and so Mr. Ekenhart said that we should eat. Ms. Claire and Ms. Anne seemed to eat at a slower pace than usual. Perhaps they were still thinking about the smell. It was as if they were being extra careful to not get any of the sauce on their clothes… Well, it would not be nice to hear Liza say that you smelled strange. “Hmm… Claire. I was just wondering…” “Yes, what is it, father?” Halfway in the meal, Mr. Ekenhart seemed like he suddenly remembered something as he addressed his daughter. Ms. Claire stopped eating and turned to him questioningly. “It might just be me, but I feel as if you have been eating less… For some time…” As Ms. Claire was eating slowly, it may look as if she had little appetite. But according to Mr. Ekenhart, she had been eating less for a while. But she still ate more than Tilura. Though, when Leo and Mr. Ekenhart were nearby, it looked like a small amount in comparison. As far as I could see, she seemed to be eating a similar amount as me. And I had what was probably an average appetite for a grown man… Not that I really compared myself to others. In any case, it seemed to me that she was eating enough. But perhaps she used to eat much more. I could not say for sure that Mr. Ekenhart was wrong. “Father, what are you talking about? My portions have been the same as always?” “Re-really? But no…surely you used to eat much more…” “…Yes, sister used to eat more. I think she started to eat less…shortly after Mr. Takumi and Leo arrived?” “Tilura!” “Ah, so it is true. Hmm… When Mr. Takumi arrived. Indeed…” While Ms. Claire tried to insist that her father had made a mistake, Tilura’s testimony exposed her, and the truth was uncovered. As Ms. Claire began to panic, Mr. Ekenhart nodded with satisfaction. But why would her portions be related to our arrival to the mansion? “So it’s my fault? Have I…uh, done something wrong?” “Mr. Takumi, that is not it at all. You really do not need to worry.” “Uh, are you sure…?” Perhaps it was something they didn’t want me to know about then… Well, it would be quite rude to pry into the dietary habits of a noblewoman. So I would leave it at that. It did not seem terribly important. And as they say, curiosity killed the cat. “So you’ve been getting fat, Ms. Claire.” “Anne! What are you talking about!? That is not true at all! …Well, Helena’s food is so good that I sometimes eat more than I should…” “Hmph… Well, I suppose it just went to your chest.” After having the good sense to stay silent, I had thought that the conversation had ended. But then Ms. Anne intruded. And while Ms. Claire was quick to correct her, she also admitted to occasional overeating. Well, that was something I could relate to, since it was Ms. Helena’s cooking. And to top it off, they often served very sweet desserts. I would have likely put on some weight myself, if I didn’t exercise right after. “Anne! Where are you looking!” “Well, not noticing would be rather difficult. …Damn it.” “You… You never seemed to care before?” “Indeed so… Only recently, I’ve realized that there is one thing I can’t use to attract a gentleman.” “Anne… Surely you do not actually think like that?” “You can say that, from your lofty position. You do not understand me.” “Well…that is completely true.” Ms. Anne was looking at Ms. Claire jealously. Indeed, Ms. Anne was altogether much more slender. In my old world, she could have been a fashion model, perhaps. So…Ms. Claire was the type where her weight went to her…oh, I should not think any farther than that. It would be rude. Besides, Ms. Lyra was even more… No, that’s enough. “Hmm… Well, I suppose everyone has their own way of thinking…” While Tilura, Mr. Ekenhart and I were completely ignored, Ms. Claire and Ms. Anne continued their heated conversation. Though, it was not the most appropriate dinner conversation… And then Mr. Ekenhart muttered something as if to bring it to a close, which was best for everyone. Regardless, Ms. Claire was probably eating a little less now, because she felt that eating too much was ill-mannered. As for me, I didn’t think about my weight very much. And thanks to all of my training, I wouldn’t have to start thinking about it any time soon. But I suppose it was more of a sensitive topic for her. Perhaps I could make some herbs that would help you lose weight… But then I remembered that I did not want to get involved in the subject. And a herb that would fulfill Ms. Anne’s wish would be even more dangerous. Yes, out of the question. Leo and Sherry were looking at Ms. Claire with puzzled expressions. As if they could not comprehend why someone would be modest when it came to food. They didn’t understand, but because they never cared about gaining weight like some humans do.

CH 337

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