As an adult, or rather, as a grown-up five-year-old, I can endure not eating for two or three days.
In fact, in my past life, there were many times when I couldn’t get food for two or three days, but I could manage.
It was very tough, but I didn’t die.
“Loa is a baby, so she can’t endure it. She might get sick.”
“It’s tough.”
“Yes, it’s tough.”
I think. I have to quickly secure enough food to fill Loa’s stomach.
Even if I ask the goats and owls to gather food, it will take time.
It might be fine after tomorrow, or maybe after lunch, but I won’t make it in time for breakfast.
“In that case… I have no choice but to sneak into the kitchen…”
Though there’s a risk of being caught, it’s the most certain and quickest way.
“I might get scolded, but Loa’s food is more important.”
Sara nodded seriously as she said this.
“Sara will sneak in? Sara, you’re fast, right?”
“If it’s sneaking in, Luria is perfect. She can hear Kuro’s voice, you know?”
“What do you mean?” “Woof?”
“Kuro can only be seen by Luria. That’s why she’s perfect for reconnaissance.”
“Ah, I see!” “Woof!” “Heh-heh.”
While Sara and Daru were impressed, Kuro puffed up her chest proudly.
Kuro can never be found by mother, maid, or servants.
So, if I have Kuro scout ahead and confirm that no one is around, I can sneak in safely.
“Even if mother gets close, Kuro will notice, right?”
“…It’s a perfect plan.”
“Yes. Luria is a strategist.”
“Huh?”
At that moment, Carro started tying a handkerchief around her neck, which she took out from the dresser.
“Carro? …Ah! You’re going to use that to carry food, aren’t you?”
“Kyuu!”
After letting out a cry, Carro ran out of the window into the rain.
I took a larger towel from the dresser.
“If I wrap the food in this, I can carry more.”
“Oh!”
Carro, being small and skilled, will probably bring back the food without being seen by anyone.
But, no matter how much she wraps the food with the handkerchief, Carro is still small.
It will be difficult to carry enough food to fill Loa’s stomach.
“I’ll have to move quickly, too. Sara-chan, Daru, Kolko, I’m leaving Loa to you.”
“Understood.” “Auu.”
“Huh? Where’s Kolko?”
“Kolko went outside through the window just now.”
“In the rain?”
Maybe Kolko went for the usual patrol. Or perhaps, they went out to gather food.
“But, with Kolko, there’s no need to worry.”
“No need to worry.”
“Sara-chan, if mother comes this way, can you cover for me? I’ll be back right away.”
“Y-Yes.” “Wa-woof.”
It would be a problem if it was discovered that I’m not there.
While Sara buys me some time, I need to hurry back to the room.
“Well then, I’ll go.”
I tied the towel around my waist and walked out of the room.
“Ryaaa!”
At that moment, Loa leapt out of Sara’s arms and clung to me.
“What’s wrong, Loa? Why are you crying so sadly?”
“Luria-chan, did you think I’d be left behind?”
I thought the same as Sara, but Kuro, while gently petting Loa, said:
“…Loa-sama is worried about Luria-sama.”
“What do you mean?”
“She thought she might meet an enemy or get lost if she’s left alone.”
I see. Thank you. Sara-chan, Loa is worried about me.”
Even though she’s a baby, she’s worrying about me.
Despite not having memories, Loa is very kind.
While petting Loa, I gently explain.
“It’s okay. We’re inside the house, so you’re fine.”
“Rya?”
“Yes. I’ll be back right away, okay? Wait with Sara-chan and Daru.”
“Kuro-sama, Luria-sama is fine.”
After reassuring Loa with Kuro, I had Sara hold her.
“Loa, let’s wait together with Sara.”
“…Ryam.”
“Please, Daru.”
“Woof.”
Daru wagged his tail proudly, as if to say, “Leave it to me.”
