LIGHTNOVELSTORY Ch69 - Spring Coat
Chapter 69: Spring Coat
The ice seating platform quietly descended, lowering the residents gently to the ground.
Cheers of gratitude echoed, “That was amazing!! Thank you for the incredible experience!!” I waved in response.
As I waved, the snowmen danced in sync with my hand movements. It was almost like conducting an orchestra.
Out of curiosity, I conjured an ice baton and gave it a twirl. Down below, the snowmen twirled, while in the sky, the snow fairies and Orb-Tito danced together.
Isn’t this a bit too extravagant!?
I couldn’t help but laugh. Blue snowflake-like magic crackled around me.
──It reminds me of Fenrir. It’s our combined magic.
A young royal child asked me for the ice baton, so I lent it to them. There’s no magic in it, so it’s safe.
It seems Orb and Tito only dance if I’m the one conducting them.
“As expected of the Winter Princess, even the Fairy Kings lend you their power!”
Their eyes sparkled as they gazed at me.
Such a sweet child. They have the natural talent of a royal from Fellsnow, always finding the positive side in things.
“I’d like to check the condition of the mountains. May I?”
“Understood, Lord Fenrir. May we escort you to the city’s exit?”
“Ah, that’s fine.”
Fenrir was discussing something with the royals.
…Is it fine? I found the wording curious, but oh, I get it.
Everyone here is probably hoping to stay with Fenrir as long as possible. That’s why they want to accompany him.
I totally get it!! I understand that feeling so much!!
“El?”
…But, could you let me stay by Fenrir’s side instead?
I left the children and walked over to Fenrir, who was surrounded by the royals. I tugged gently on his sleeve.
“So, come here.”
Fenrir opened his arms wide and enveloped me in a hug. Rather, he was the one coming in for the hug—there was no escaping. Fenrir closed in and wrapped me up. W-waaah…!?
“El must be tired after completing such a big task. She loves sleeping wrapped in Fenrir’s fur…”
“Oh, oh! Is that so…!?”
The king only half-believes what Fenrir said, judging by his flushed and smiling face!?
My face is red too! Of course it is… I love it… I absolutely love it…!
I looked down, sighing softly. Even that breath was filled with the heat of love, warming me up.
My breath made Fenrir’s long hair flutter slightly.
“…Huh!? Fenrir, the tips of your hair… hey, they’re getting shorter!? It’s like they’re melting away…!”
“Ah, yes. It’s spring now.”
“How can you say that like it’s so natural!? This is a big deal!”
Look, all the townspeople are almost losing their souls over this!!
Explain!! Hurry!!
“I really love Fenrir’s hair though… This is such a shame…”
As the representative voice of the faithful, I said it.
I was met with a flood of nods and support from the followers!!
Exactly!!!!
“This is just the difference between winter and summer coats. So, when winter returns, my hair will grow long again. In winter, it’s long; in summer, it’s short. In spring and autumn, it’s about halfway… That’s the pattern when I’m in human form.”
Indeed, the melting of Fenrir’s hair had stopped, and now, soft silver-white hair swayed lightly in the wind, resting around his shoulders.
So… cool…!!
“I love this look too…!”
“Thank you.”
When I mustered all my strength to confess that, Fenrir smiled gently. It was perfect. I love him.
I heard a thud as someone collapsed behind me.
I quickly clicked my heels together, conjuring a simple magic circle, and spread a thin layer of soft snow on the ground like a cushion.
The snow was starting to melt, so be careful when falling! You don’t want to hit your head on the hard floor!
“Hey, Glear! Come on, get up.”
“I… I want to rub my head against the ground to show my utmost respect and reverence for Lord Fenrir, please don’t stop me, Lady El!!”
“If you’re Fenrir’s assistant, you should be able to look him in the eyes!! You’re missing out on a precious opportunity!”
At my words, Glear snapped to attention, quickly standing up and bowing to Fenrir with a serious expression.
(…Amazing…)
(I know. We’ll talk about it later. Definitely. Let’s make a promise.)
(Agreed.)
My devotion is overflowing from within!! I could talk about my love for Fenrir all night!
As Glear and I exchanged silent, trembling glances, Fenrir reached out and took a strand of my hair.
He stared at it intently.
“Has El’s hair… gotten a little shorter?”
“Oh, it has. Maybe because my hair wasn’t as long as yours to begin with, the change is less noticeable.”
His fingers ran smoothly through my hair, making me narrow my eyes in comfort.
“Mmm…”
Fenrir coughed slightly, covering his mouth.
“Are you okay!? Did my magic not agree with you and make you sick…!?”
“N-no… that’s not it.”
Now the people standing behind Fenrir started collapsing one by one.
Hey, come on!!
“Hmm? Well, maybe that could happen…”
“Fenrir?”
Fenrir’s gaze softened, and as he leaned in closer, he kissed me.
“So, it’s best to let our magic blend together. Thank you.”
“…You’re welcome…”
You sneaky magic wolf!!!!
Orb and Tito wrapped us in a swirling rainbow. Really now.
Clothed in radiant blessings, we reluctantly left the town of the Fellsnow Kingdom.
Now, let’s head to the mountains in spring.
I wonder how the monsters and animals are doing.