✔DROP!! A TALE OF THE FRAGRANCE PRINCESS

Volume 4, Act 34: Muffin and the Boy Part 2

Cordelia continued to read her book after that, and time quickly passed by.

Shall we have tea soon?

She lifted her face when she heard the Witch speak and heard cheerful singing coming from outside.

Singing?

Oh, that? That choir tells people around here that its time for snacks.

Its not. That choir is honouring the saint.

You know, I was just acting stupid, ok?

Cordelia stopped breathing in surprise when she heard Gille correcting Vernoux seriously.

Saint.

That word probably doesnt refer to the person that Cordelia feared. But she ended up being reminded of the games heroine, Shelley.

(I thought of something awful.)

Even though it was her first time listening to the choir, she couldnt enjoy it because she remembered something terrible.

Whats wrong? Are you tired?

No, Im not Mm, have you two heard about the 『Dreamer girl』?

Cordelia boldly asked what was on her mind. Shed talked to Hazel about it before, but she had never spoken to these two about it. Theyve probably heard about her because they go to town a lot, but Im curious about their opinion of her.

Vernoux and Gille widened their eyes when Cordelia asked them that.

The Dreamer?

Yes.

Vernoux said suspiciously, and Cordelia nodded. His reaction was as if hed never heard of her before, but before long, something clicked.

Oh. Come to think of it. Apparently, theres a child whos said to be the second coming of the saint. I dont believe in fortune telling, but people can believe what they want if it doesnt bring me any harm. It sounds like all she could do are weather fortunes.

How about you Gille?

Well Ive never met her before, so I dont know. Well, I have heard about her, though?

It looks like theyre not that interested. Cordelia was especially relieved when it seemed like Vernoux wasnt really that interested in Shelley. Judging from his character, he probably wouldnt unconditionally become obsessed with the saint, but it was still great to hear it.

(Vernoux-sama was also one of the games capture targets, but he also played the role of mediating between the Prince and the Heroine.)

Weve known each other for so long, so I dont think he will suddenly change, but I wanted to get rid of the anxiety that was building up within me. Im sorry for doubting you, but I wanted to hear it clearly no matter what.

But this is unusual. Im surprised that youre curious about this kind of rumour, Dilly.

I heard about her from Hazel-sama the other day.

Vernoux choked when he heard Cordelias reply. He probably didnt expect to hear her name.

Are you okay?

Ye-yeah.

Gille, who had asked that while smiling wryly, seemed to know Hazel as well. Hazels name seemed to have worked, and Vernoux didnt ask her any more questions.

By the way, wheres Ronnie?

Ah, Im here.

Ronnie answered from the counter at the end of the shop while Cordelia looked around for him. He was sitting on a chair with no back and leaning against the wall.