“W-What are you suggesting?”

“That’s what I’m saying, I’ll do that.”

‘Why is he suddenly…’

It didn’t seem like he was just joking with me. If that’s the case, really.

I verbalized the words I had been contemplating.

“Do you, do you, perhaps like me…?”

“Is this about your wish?”

“Uh, what you’re do-doing now is strange.”

“It’s just a scare tactic.”

If I’m scared of going up to your bed, don’t ask me to take Kian for a ride or take care of him. Then I’ll let you be.”

Ah, so that’s why this crazy guy is doing this.

‘Did he do something difficult, like asking me to give Kian a ride not too long ago?’

“Regarding Kian, I promised to listen to what you say.”

“Hmm. Unlike the Duke’s residence, there may not be many rooms here. Even if you say it’s uncomfortable for us to share a bed and you leave the room, there won’t be a good place for you.”

So, in any case, I’m at a disadvantage here, so listen carefully, right?

“Got it… I’ll do that. But don’t even think about getting on the bed.”

Then Sicar lightly pinched my cheek with a faint smile.

“Cute.”

Cute? Sicar finds people cute?

“By any chance…”

“Are you asking me again if I like you?”

“Oh, no. By any chance, have you ever pinched Happy and said he’s cute?”

‘Now I’m starting to compare myself to Happy.’

“Do you think I can’t distinguish between a dog and a person?”

“Is that supposed to mean?”

“Dogs are small, so I can’t pinch their cheeks.”

Is he finding me cute like a puppy?

When I was about to get lost in confusion, Sicar threw a towel over my face. Because of that, I couldn’t see what was in front of me.

“What are you doing?”

So, when I tried to lower the towel…

“If you want to see my naked body, you can take off that towel.”

I stopped trying to lower the towel and, instead, covered my head with it again. My face felt hot, and I had to stand still without seeing anything.

‘That crazy guy… Since we’re sharing a room, he’s become even crazier…’

Judging by the rustling sound, he was changing his clothes.

‘I didn’t expect him to be this quiet and change his clothes. I wished for too much.’

At least, he’s allowing the bed, so I have to be satisfied with that.

“But what if I change clothes? Are you going to cover your face with a towel too?”

“I don’t know.”

“What do you mean, ‘I don’t know’?”

“Even if you cover my eyes with a towel while you change, would that have any meaning?”

Ah, right. It’s all visible. So, every time I changed clothes recently, I closed my eyes.

“If you want, I can cover your eyes with a towel.”

“No. What I want is for you to leave.”

“It might not be easy to change clothes alone.”

“It’s okay. I can reach my back.”
“If you’re not uncomfortable changing clothes alone, I’ll take that into consideration.”

“And when you change clothes, I’ll also consider you and leave.”

“You don’t have to. There are plenty of ways to cover your eyes.”

It’s uncomfortable hearing the rustling sound of him changing clothes. From now on, it might be a good idea to quickly avoid him on my own.

Soon, the towel was lifted from my eyes. Sicar had cleanly changed his clothes during that time. He was now wearing a shirt and vest, which were more comfortable than his uniform.

“Try to dress more comfortably. This is a temple. Everyone goes around lightly dressed, and we can’t walk around with bulky clothes like ours.”

“Got it. Now, get out.”

I pushed Sicar’s back, and he, standing firm as if enjoying it, pinched my cheek and then left the room.

‘It seems taming Sicar is more difficult than raising a child.’

So, following Sicar’s advice, I came out in a light blouse and a long pleated skirt.

Seeing my attire, Sicar raised one corner of his mouth, as if saying, “Well done.”

“Much better.”

And as Sicar said, we immediately went to meet the High Priest, following Grandma. Since the original work only mentioned the existence of the High Priest to some extent, I was curious about who this person was.

‘Perhaps someone very charismatic and noble.’

With a pounding and fearful heart, I finally met the High Priest. However, contrary to what I had thought, the High Priest looked like a kind grandfather from the neighborhood, with a warm appearance and a cheerful demeanor.

“Hehe. Welcome, please come in. I heard that you don’t spare donations to our Lepel Temple.”

“We are grateful for allowing our grandmother to reside here.”

“Anyone who believes in God can come here. If you feel the need for God’s help, please come anytime.”

“If there’s ever a need for more donations, please let us know. We will offer our best as much as we can.”

“Hehe. It feels like we’ve gained a reliable ally. Then, if there’s ever anything you need, don’t hesitate to ask for donations.”

“That is our wish.”

The dignified High Priest’s personality was unexpectedly friendly. Perhaps that’s why he seemed genuine and likable.

After greeting the High Priest and handing over the generous donation, we exchanged brief greetings with the priests. After Grandma briefly toured the entire residence where she was staying, we headed to the chapel.