Hero of Harmony (Continued)

Chapter 280: Stairs Of Terror!Chapter 280: Stairs Of Terror!

With Amaryllis upset with me for no apparent reason, the beginning half of the ride was relatively quiet. Eventually, she started talking to me, explaining things about some of the stores we passed by while the Unicorns pulled the carriage through the city's streets.

Since it was my first time leaving the city during my one-week stay, I was engrossed in observing the city and whatnot, not to mention this place interested me since it was where Master grew up, and there were few things I enjoyed more than learned about Master's past.

"Treant Sushi, the restaurant has delicious food, and I usually go there for my birthday. I would visit it more often, but being a Dryad and all, our bodies aren't good at processing meat, so anything more than a few bites of fish and I'll feel sick for the rest of the day." Remarked Amaryllis with a faint smile as she gazed out the window before glancing at Alexander, who nodded while faintly smiling.

"Yep, I know all about that. Though I pity you Dryads, you're missing out on many great foods: steak, chicken, lamb, pork, etc. If I were suddenly unable to eat any form of meat, I'd go insane." Said Alexander with a shake of his head and a gaze of pity as he looked at Amaryllis, who dismissively waved her hand.

"Ah, I tried steak when I was younger, and I must admit, it was absolutely delicious, but the pain and sickness that soon followed afterward was not worth it." Said Amaryllis softly as she looked at Alexander while subconsciously shivering, causing him to laugh at her previous misfortune.

"Speaking of younger, how old are you, Amaryllis? You look like you could be the same age as me, but I know Dryads live significantly longer than humans." Asked Alexander curiously as he plopped onto his side, laying across the seats of the carriage while glancing at Amaryllis.

"My age? I think I'm 83. I tend to forget... Hmm, maybe 84?" Replied Amaryllis softly as she rubbed her chin with a thoughtful expression while glancing at Alexander, who smirked in amusement.

'Well, if I were that long-lived, I too would probably forget my age.' Mused Alexander lightly as he looked at Amaryllis before shaking his head.

'If that's so, how old are you currently, Master?' 'I'm 23, Trina.' Remarked Trina and Alexander, respectively, as the latter proudly grinned, only for the former to deeply sigh.

'Master... You're 24.' Said Zartha coldly while suppressing a laugh, her words causing Alexander to narrow his eyes in confusion before clicking his tongue.

'Shit... You're right, I am 24. How the hell did I forget my age?' Thought Alexander in slight embarrassment as he scratched his cheek, listening to his swords laugh.

'Maybe it was all the love-making your horny self does on the daily, Master?' Said Trina lightly as she folded her arms and stared at the sky, causing Alexander to roll his eyes while ignoring them.

"Princess Amaryllis, we've arrived at the Treasure Trove Restaurant." Said the guard from outside the carriage as he knocked on the door, snapping Amaryllis out of her little daze.

Sitting upright, I stood up and stretched a little before opening the door and hopping out of the carriage, though; while I wasn't royalty or nobility, I had some semblance of etiquette as I outstretched my hand towards Amaryllis while slightly bowing.

"Why thank you, Sir Alex." Said Amaryllis with a lovely smile as she grasped Alexander's hand while stepping down the carriage, causing Alexander to faintly chuckle.

"Anyway, you lead the way, Princess; I have no clue where we're going." Remarked Alexander lightly as he released Amaryllis's hand while gesturing forward, causing her to nod as she approached the three-story building.