An Old Country Bumpkin Enjoys a Meal

"This is the place. The portions are just right, and the food is delicious."

"Oh..."

It had been a little while since we left the Mage Academy's main gate. Time-wise, it had probably been about ten minutes on foot, give or take.

With Kinera-san guiding me, I made my way to a restaurant.

The restaurant we'd reached was in the Northern District, home to the Kingdom of Rebellis's royal palace and the nobles' residences. It was a little on the small side, but its clean, refined appearance suited the location.

The atmosphere reminded me of the shop where I'd gone clothes shopping with Allucia. I was starting to feel like I really didn't belong here. Would this be all right?

Incidentally, a few people had given me strange looks along the way. I decided there was nothing for it but to accept that. I felt bad for Kinera-san, but there wasn't much I could do about it.

Being around Allucia and Slena could make me lose sight of it, but the Mage Academy's teachers were undoubtedly elite through and through. Kinera-san must be quite well-known in Bartlreen, too. Naturally, people would take notice when she walked around with some old man who'd just appeared out of nowhere.

"There still seem to be seats available. Shall we go in?"

"Y-yes."...