I Was Caught up in a Hero Summoning, but That World Is at Peace

After drawing Eris-san in the garapon lottery machine, Ein-san went to speak with her, and before long, Eris-san arrived as well.

[Hello, Kaito-sama. Today is quite an auspicious day. Please accept my heartfelt blessings.]

[Thank you very much. Eris-san, you advanced to the finals in the tournament earlier, didn’t you?]

[I was fortunate with the matchups. Honestly, it was rather nerve-wracking to make it to the finals, but I’m glad I had the chance to experience entertainment from another world. As a marquis’ daughter, I always try to gather knowledge, but I realized there are still so many things I don't know. Your skills were splendid, Kaito-sama. Your match against Underworld King-sama was truly wonderful.]

[That game was pretty popular in my world too, so I had a decent amount of experience with it.]

With a gentle smile, Eris-san naturally kept the conversation flowing without sounding forced. I had thought this before, but Eris-san is really good at conversation. Perhaps it’s because, as a noble, she’s had plenty of opportunities to refine her communication skills in social settings. Talking with her is enjoyable, and it makes the conversation lively.

Of course, her good personality is probably a big part of it too, but regardless, she’s definitely someone easy to talk to.

[……Pardon me, I ended up chatting before getting to the main point. Once again, happy birthday. It’s just a small gift, but I’ve brought something for you.]

[Thank you very much…… Arehh? This magic tool looks kind of familiar…… Is this the same type as the portable villa?]

[Yes, it’s something like that. However, it’s not a building. You could think of it as an athletic play area where you can play together with your pet, that might be an easier way to understand it.]

[Eh? There’s something like that too huh……]

[In Archlesia Empire, monster race tracks are quite famous, and compared to other places, there are many of our nobles who keep monsters as pets. So, there are quite a few products aimed at monster pets, and this is one of them. I remember you once mentioned that your pet Behemoth enjoys carrying you on its back, so I selected a playset suitable for riding monsters.]

Come to think of it, I do remember casually chatting about going on walks while riding Bell’s back when I visited Nifty’s café. It looks like Eris-san remembered that conversation and picked out something accordingly.

[This requires a fairly large, open space to set up, so normally it’s not very suitable as a gift…… but I thought in your case, Kaito-sama, it wouldn’t be a problem. Originally, it’s a playset meant for riding monsters, but since I heard you also keep a White Dragon as a pet, I had it specially modified so that both your Behemoth and White Dragon could enjoy it.]

[O- Ohh…… Amazing. I really have been wanting to let Bell and Lynn play more freely, so this is honestly such a wonderful gift. I’m really looking forward to using it.]

[I’m delighted to hear that you’re pleased with it.]

No, really, this makes me genuinely happy…… and knowing that there are actually playground sets sold for Bell and Lynn is a big discovery.

In Symphonia Kingdom, aside from grooming supplies and the like, play equipment wasn’t really sold much, and even when it was, it was mostly for small monsters. So finding out that in Archlesia Empire, they sell equipment for large or rideable monsters is a big deal.

Bell and Lynn will definitely enjoy this, and I’m really looking forward to using it.

[Ah, right. If it’s alright with you, Eris-san, would you like to come over to my house sometime, whenever it’s convenient for you?]

[Hyuh…… Ah? Eh? Errr…… to your house, Kaito-sama?]

[Yes, I’d like to introduce you to Bell and Lynn too…… Of course, only if you’re comfortable with it.]

[I would be truly honored, but would it really be alright for someone like me to visit? I wouldn’t be a bother?]

[Of course not. Eris-san, you’re a very dear friend and someone I trust deeply, so I’d be really happy if you could come.]

[U- Um, Kaito-sama, your words…… your choice of words is…… Ah, no, thank you very much. If Kaito-sama is willing, then by all means.]

For a moment, Eris-san had a distant look in her eyes, but she quickly gave a gentle smile and nodded. Honestly, I’d be really happy if Eris-san came to visit. She gave me such a wonderful present, so I’d love to properly welcome her when the time comes.

<Afterword>

Serious-senpai : [Those with strength around Count-rank and above can hear this conversation just fine, right?]

? ? ? : [Yeah, that’s right.]

Serious-senpai : [……If there’s a noble who’s earned that much trust from Kaito, there’s bound to be some of the Six Kings' executives who’d want to build connections with them too, right?]

? ? ? : [There probably are. Especially those who have ties to the Archlesia Empire……]

Serious-senpai : [Man, she’s seriously way too capable. Even with this gift, she properly picked something that would make Kaito happy. I mean, she gave him something that would delight the pet-loving Kaito, and at the same time sparked his interest in Archlesia Empire———— it’s a brilliant move, honestly…… But as a result, Kaito’s favorability towards her keeps skyrocketing, and now she’s suffering stomach pains out of pure goodwill…… I’ve got a feeling Eris is about to get another bout of stomachache……]