Chapter 135
Translator: Yonnee
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Dad and David praised the patbingsu as they devoured it like they were about to go into battle.
"Wow, a dessert with such a refreshing taste! It's perfect for a summer like this," Dad exclaimed.
"Should we give some to the guards too, Father? It would be delicious after their training..."
"Oh, that's a good idea."
"Then we'll have to get more ingredients from the Yuria Kingdom."
In their conversation, there was something that puzzled me, and I couldn't help but ask.
"Father, are you talking about our family's guild?"
"That's right, Rin."
"Is the food we used here also managed by them?"
"A few days ago, the Duke urgently came here in person. He asked if we could procure such ingredients."
"Ah..."
"Just in time, Baron Allen had plans to visit the Yuria Kingdom, too, so I made the request to him. But if we can make something this delicious, we should import more."
"I see."
I suddenly felt like I was in a daze.
The reality hit me that tteokbokki, which used to be affordable anywhere, was not so anymore. That's when I felt a strange excitement.
"Since our daughter likes it so much, it's good. I guess I should visit there myself this time."
"That's true. I've never seen you smile like that before."
"Hehe, my daughter. You had it for lunch, and you still like it so much?"
Only then did I realize that I was indeed smiling, and so I had no choice but to admit it. I really liked his gift this time.
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In the Stern Empire, it was customary for nobles to follow the trends set by high society. Even though Ciel was currently on the outskirts, it seemed like he was demonstrating his status as a duke.
The 'tteokbokki' and 'patbingsu' made by Ciel were so famous that they even spread to the capital. This made House Closch's guild even busier.
They had already been spending a lot of money on the ingredients for the famous chicken stew that the Saintess ate, but now they had to add the ingredients for 'tteokbokki' and 'patbingsu' to their imports as well.
The rumors of these dishes spread rapidly, even reaching the palace.
"Is this dish created by the Duke?"
"Yes, Your Highness."
"It's quite similar to what the Saintess used to eat."
"That's right, Your Highness. But the desserts that will be served after this are something you've never seen anywhere."
"Huh, quite the unusual move."
While grumbling about recent frustrations with Ciel, Jace still tasted the food. It's because he wanted to know if he'd be able to treat the saintess with this, if it would suit her palate.
"Hmm, do you think the Saintess will like this?"
"Yes, I've tasted it as well, Your Highness. I believe Her Eminence will like it."
"Good. Prepare these dishes and desserts for the luncheon with the Saintess."
"Yes, Your Highness."
As Jace attended to his duties, Seo-yoon arrived at the palace. She had arrived earlier than the appointed time because she wanted to get out of the boring temple as soon as possible.
Knowing very well that she wouldn't have to face a prince who would scold her for arriving early, Seo-yoon confidently entered the palace, feeling like she was in her own home.
She was thrilled every time people looked at her with eyes filled with reverence.
"Yes, this reaction is just right."
In Korea, she was still just an ordinary Guide, but here, she enjoyed being a unique and special Guide who was one of a kind.
This time, she had brought a fully charged phone and intended to make the most of it before returning to Korea.
"It seems like my rank goes up every time I visit this world."
She was just a C-Class Guide before, but she had now become C+ after she had her ranking machine tested in Korea.
Then, would she become a B-Class Guide once she returned again? With an expectant glimmer in her eyes, she opened the crown prince's office without even waiting for permission.
"Your Highness!"
"Saintess!"
Seeing Jace welcoming her warmly, just as she had expected, she felt like she was on cloud nine.
"I missed Your Highness so much that I couldn't help but come quickly."
"Haha, then you should have come even faster."
"Next time, I'll come as soon as I wake up."
"Please do, Saintess."
He held her hand affectionately and kissed the back of it gently, smiling.
Jace sat her on the sofa and began to talk.
"Saintess, I've prepared some of the Empire's trendy dishes these days. Have you heard about them?"
"No, I haven't. I couldn't hear about it since I was only at the temple."
"Oh, I see. But it seems like the High Priest has grand expectations for you."
"...Yes."
Seoyoon pretended to be understanding, but she couldn't help thinking of the frustrating high priest. She forced a smile and quickly changed the topic.
"I'm really looking forward to trying these dishes."
"We've prepared 'tteokbokki' and 'patbingsu.' Interesting names, don't you think?"
"...What?"
