Harem of the Dora Prince Volume 1 Chapter 4

Harem of the Dora Prince chapter 4: Nightmare Cooking Showdown

A long night ended and the morning ahead of the battle with Musas.h.i.+ starts. I got up from the bed in Kaitos´s room, ate breakfast, and changed into casual wear. While I was leaving the castle and rubbing my sleepy eyes, I encountered Kaitos──

“Craaaffttt!! You, this time I won't give up"  Kaitos

“Hey Kaitos. I don't know why you are so angry, this early in the morning, but I'll go ahead. " Craft

“Guu! Wait, Craft! Heey! He is as fast as ever!" Kaitos　

I was chased suddenly for some unknown reason, but with my strengthening magic, I ran away.... My escape was successfully. Catching a shuttle carriage in the castle and I head for Bremfai. Yawning, I  checking my pocket watch and while being shaken inside the carriage. It’s  nine o'clock now, cla.s.s starts at ten, so I  still have plenty of time. I arrive at Bremfai  and head straight to the Director's Office first.

“Prince Craft! Good morning! To see you this early in the morning......." Delrogello

“Sleepy. Get me drink some hot coffee. Three sugars, no milk" Craft

As I entered the room, Delrogello got excited and got up.  I asked him to brew coffee for me, before I was able to breathe out at last. An important lesson will start soon, therefore let's rest a bit. When I sit down on the sofa, the door of the Director's Office was opened. I turned my gaze to the door with a relaxed att.i.tude, only to see her there...

“......What are you doing, Nii-san?" Efrika

“Hmm? Oh, Efrika? What are you doing in the Director's Office?" Craft　

Efrika tilts her head, before letting out a big sigh. She glances at me filled with emotions such as  dissatisfaction, anger and disgust, before rubbing her eyes with her fingers.

“It's already nine o'clock. It's strange, don't you have something important to do today" Efrika 　

I didn't touch anything last night......? It's natural that she was sleeping that much. I didn’t have to mention it, better to keep it in my chest.

“Didn't I agree with Musas.h.i.+, as promised? After drinking a cup of coffee, I will head over there" Craft

“Are you seriously saying that? Musas.h.i.+ has been waiting since six o'clock" Efrika

“Hmm, I guess so. So, how is it?" Craft

“You can say that she is preparing herself mentally. She’s sitting straight on the practice field, on top of a cloth that she put on the ground." Efrika

“It is as I expected.  But...three and a half hours. Well then, a little more time won’t hurt." Craft

“Prince Craft! I have brewed the coffee!" Delrogello 　

I receive the cup that I have been on waiting from Delrogello, who ran in slipstick-like by kicking the door open. He used excellent beans from Bremfai and Kiris.h.i.+ Mountain to make the coffee. If I become a cla.s.s coffee sommelier, I can understand the taste and the stock by smell only.

“Zuzuu......hmm. This is very tasty, Delrogello" Craft

“Hou. It is cheap goods of Burajarona, but I'm glad that it fits your mouth" Delrogello　

To my previous words. It was my first time to drink such a cheap coffee.

“That was funny, Nii-san. It seems to me that you're relaxing" Efrika

“Oh, Efrika-sama. You resembles Craft-sama even more today, however you are more beautiful" Delrogello

“Say more, Delro...hey, what are you saying! Well, you are a bootlicker......" Craft

“I'm listening, Nii-san! Musas.h.i.+'s been waiting on you for more than three hours!" Efrika

She is noisy this morning. I can hear you without yelling.

“I understand, I understand. I was going to keep her waiting a bit for my schedule." Craft

“Schedule? Maybe a strategy or something......?" Efrika

“If you go, you will understand. Delrogello, thank you for the coffee" Craft　

I shake hands with Delrogello, before taking Efrika to the training ground. Because she doesn't know my true intentions, Efrika is restless beside me.

“Don't be so hasty. There's a good reason for this" Craft
"I know somehow, but it's terrible. You could have told us beforehand. Musas.h.i.+ and all other candidates have been waiting for Nii-san since early this morning” Efrika
"Ah, I see. That's why Kaitos got angry" Craft
“No, that seems to be for a different reason...but Venusera is in a bad mood and on the verge of going home, Meri is hungry and sleepy, and Leona is reading a book" Efrika　

I didn’t think that everyone would have come to watch. It seems that everyone is concerned about our interactions yesterday.

“I didn't tell you, but this is necessary preparation for Musas.h.i.+ herself" Craft
“Preparation. Good, I'm looking forward to see how Nii-san will oppose her" Efrika
“It's going to be over soon......oh? Here we are" Craft　

While we were talking, the training ground came into view. Various training instruments were set up in a wide and refres.h.i.+ng open s.p.a.ce. Preparation for the impact on the barrier had been completed in case of emergencies.

“This is the location of your fight. However you're not going to fight fair, right?" Efrika

“Ou. In accordance with my educational plan, I'm going to teach her how to fight" Craft　

With a vulgar smile, I look at my target at the center of the training ground. Musas.h.i.+ was sitting on a cloth and quietly meditating. A pair of katanas were lined up on both sides as she waits for me to arrive. The fight will be easy, because Musas.h.i.+ did as I expected.

“Ah, Nii-sama! And Efrika-anesama, too!” Leona
“Tsk…...you finally came, you moron” Kaitos 　

I thought that they would talk in a corner of the training ground, but they came over and joined Efrika and I. The ones that walked over were Leona and Kaitos, who came from the castle, however I can't find Meri anywhere. I wonder if she is still sleeping somewhere. It seems that Venu has returned......ah there she is.  

"Craft, why didn't you go back to your room last night?" Kaitos
“‘Cause you were sleeping in my room, so I slept in your room” Craft
"Ugh.....yo, you big idiot! I was naked and I waited for you!” Kaitos
“You're a fool. There is no loophole in the bride training study. Don't make fun of a virgin male" Craft

That lizard with frightened look stepped aside, I glanced at it, confirming the sign.

“Well then, are you going to win the match? I will prepare for cla.s.s when this is over" Craft 　

While approaching Musas.h.i.+ I stretch my arm towards her with a flexible movement. I plan to fight ahead of schedule and it is good to fight over time……

“Finally......you came” Musas.h.i.+

“It's already late, Musas.h.i.+. Let's start right away” Craft　

Opening her eyes, Musas.h.i.+ looked up at me. While still sitting straight, she responded with silence, without even a tremor. When I see the sweat flowing on her pale face and forehead, I felt better.

"Craft-dono......it's good to start the game, but......wait a little" Musas.h.i.+
“"Take your katanas quickly. Come on, I've already pulled mine out" Craft　

I pull out Danthes from the back sheath, but Musas.h.i.+ still doesn't stand up. No, the reason is that she can't stand up. Because she has been sitting straight for more than three hours.

“Wa, wait a second! I want to fight very much, but now my feet......" Musas.h.i.+
“I told you, right? I may be a little late, but we'll start as soon as I arrive" Craft
“You indeed said so, but a delay of two hours or more is a little too......" Musas.h.i.+
“Then, this is the start” Craft 　

As if there were no objections, I declared the start of the match.

“Kuu! This is outrageous!" Musas.h.i.+

I kick Musas.h.i.+´s legs a little, which couldn’t move from sitting straight too long. From only that the samurai of Isamura is miserable──in agony, actually.

“Nnguuaaa!! Tsaaaawaaaa! It huuuuurrrttttsss!" Musas.h.i.+ 　

Pain stretches from her spine to the tip of her head and Musas.h.i.+ has to open her mouth to breathe. From what I understand, the numb sensation in her feet was directly transmitted to her brain.

"Hey Musas.h.i.+? I'll forgive you if you tell me that" Craft
“U, aa…...kuu…...you can only use such a dirty trick!” Musas.h.i.+
“Ahh~? Cowardly? Don't talk nonsense, Musas.h.i.+. Or are you a stupid samurai?" Craft
“What! Do you feel like squas.h.i.+ng a samurai?" Musas.h.i.+
“What? This place isn't Isamura. In other countries everyone doesn't fight fair and square like you. We don't hesitate to use strange ideas, traps, cowardly hands or anything else" Craft
“Th, that's a different story than this!" Musas.h.i.+
“......What's the difference?” Craft　

Musas.h.i.+ was unwilling to change her att.i.tude. Apparently, it seems that she still doesn't know her position. I don't wait for an answer and press the tip of Danthes against her neck. If I put even a little bit more strength in it......Musas.h.i.+'s neck will be blown off with her torso in a moment. A drop of red blood flowing from her neck is a telltale sign..

“Hii!! Cr, Craft-dono……? What are you doing......” Musas.h.i.+
“I'll admit I've made an effort this past year. But it’s not enough" Craft

Scared of the pain from her neck, Musas.h.i.+ looking up at me, tremblingly. For the first time in her life she experiences the feeling of her life being held in someone else's hands, ──an unexpected fear must be swirling in Musas.h.i.+'s chest.

“You may have gotten stronger, but strength is not always the right thing to believe in. If you don't understand it, you cannot win against me" Craft

“Uu, aa…...he, help me……” Musas.h.i.+
“Before that, reflect on yourself. You must first turn your eyes to the world around you…...remember that” Craft
“St, Stop, I......in a place like this! N, Nooooo!!” Musas.h.i.+　

I hold Danthes high and swing it down, forcefully. However, it wasn't Musas.h.i.+´s body that I pierced, but the ground just beside her feet. About half the blade is stuck in the ground.

“Hiuu? I'm saved......” Musas.h.i.+
“If it’s going to be getting numb then this should be how it is right? This is such a treat, let’s drink to this." Craft　

Musas.h.i.+'s relief is also fleeting. Magic that is released from my arms travels through Danthes, causing the ground to shake wildly. As  for the destination of the force, rampaging through the ground the place where a thunder arrives is──

“Ah, ahyahyahyaaaaa!!” Musas.h.i.+

Of course, Musas.h.i.+'s feet. The power is moderate, but she won't be able to move for a while.

“Unyuu…...its numb......” Musas.h.i.+ 　

Musas.h.i.+ gets whacked and falls to the ground. She wasn’t able to use her katana once, and I had a little interest in this fight anyway. but…...when I have the opportunity, will I be able to see her sword art sometime?

“Hey Efrika! I have finished, come here and treat Musas.h.i.+!" Craft

I beckoned Efrika over, who was looking at us from the outfield. If we use Efrika's magic, the damage would heal quickly.

“I wonder what I should say at this time. No way, it was so easily settled" Efrika 　

With a bitter smile, Efrika comes running to me. She takes out her cane and treats the charred Musas.h.i.+. A torrent of pale light comes out of the cane and wraps around Musas.h.i.+´s body, before curing her wounds instantly.

“I had a hard time doing something about that neck wound. However, it's safe now.” Efrika
“Craft-niisama! Really amazing! To win the battle against a Samurai!” Leona
“Thank you Leona. Well, I didn't use my swordsmans.h.i.+p at all" Craft　

I tried to extend my hand to stroke Leona´s head, who had came running as well......but that moment,

“Craft-donooo! Re-match! Lets fight again!" Musas.h.i.+ 　

At a crucial time, my fingers and right arm were caught by the resurrected Musas.h.i.+ with brute force. This was also well within my expectation, but to ask for a rematch so soon......

“Well, you have lost. Even if you want to fight again, you need to train more first." Craft
“I don't think that I lost! I was careless just now, next time I......” Musas.h.i.+
“Hey Musas.h.i.+, you should chill your head a little. Your tone is also strange" Efrika　

Efrika calmly tries to soothe Musas.h.i.+, who isn’t listening at all and is instead stifling me with her burning fighting spirit......wait? Is she really burning?

“Craft-dono is a coward, and used such a cowardly measure! I won't be tricked anymore!" Musas.h.i.+

“Uwatchichi! Hey Musas.h.i.+! Cool your flames!" Craft 　

Was she not able to control her magical power due to anger? Is that why Musas.h.i.+´s entire body is burning with fire? d.a.m.n it, even if I runaway like this it will be  troublesome......it can't be helped then.

“I understand! We will do a rematch! So turn off your flames and get away!" Craft
“Is, is that true! A samurai won't be fooled twice!" Musas.h.i.+
“I'm not a samurai. Nonetheless, it is good to fight, but there are conditions." Craft　

Musas.h.i.+ is satisfied and erased her flames, while I will stab her nail tentatively just in case.

“The match is tomorrow. We have a lesson now" Craft
“Agreed. However, your cowardly tricks won't be forgiven again!” Musas.h.i.+
“I know that. Musas.h.i.+, you are misunderstanding! Let’s fight seriously and may the better one win. "  Craft
“Of course. But your behavior was too arrogant!” Musas.h.i.+

“No, it was not. It is a splendid war tactic to disturb the teasing and to keep the other party waiting. On the other hand, what were you doing? You were obsessed with winning, but you were not able to maintain a perfect state to win.” Craft

This time, it is my turn to stop Musas.h.i.+. It's the first step to change this stubborn samurai to my liking.

“If you're a samurai, learn from this loss, and put me in a trap! You should not be proud that you have never lost. Even if you lose, you only have to make use of it, and get stronger!” Craft

“Ugh......but I've never been......but certainly" Musas.h.i.+

“Musas.h.i.+. Craft means he has lost many times, but he never used an excuse for defeat. That is one of his strengths" Kaitos

Don't say good things, Kaitos! Let me increase the amount of meal this evening.

“I wonder if that really is the case. He doesn't like to lose, but I feel like he is always making excuses" Efrika

“You keep silent! I always tell the truth!" Craft
“......Craft, don't make excuses next to my follow up” Efrika

While Efrika and I are arguing, Musas.h.i.+ laughs, dryly. Was she poisoned by that figure…?

“Hahaha, you are a funny person. Between the face you made when you put the blade on my neck and your current face. Which one is......." Musas.h.i.+
“Anyway, if you want to get stronger, you should become a little smarter. Do you understand?" Craft
“I don't know what it is, but…...I understand what you want to say” Musas.h.i.+

Musas.h.i.+ organizes her clothes and retrieves the cloth that had been laying on the ground with dexterity. Then, she binds around the middle with a string, she carries it with her two Katanas on her back.

“Tomorrow, at the same time here. I will show you, it will be my win" Musas.h.i.+

“Ah, I look forward to it. Then, everyone! Let's move to the cla.s.sroom!" Craft　

The morning event was over, ncomes a pleasant lesson awaits. I urge everyone to follow as I move towards the cla.s.sroom. I also think I’m forgot something important but...... hmm, I can't remember.

“Musas.h.i.+, I hope I can see your sword skills tomorrow" Efrika?
“Well, I hope I can give you a little lesson." Musas.h.i.+
“Good luck! I'm rooting for you too!” Efrika/Leona
“What rea.s.suring words! I will surely win!” Musas.h.i.+　

Well, it seems that everyone's relations.h.i.+p has deepened......this may encourage.

“Munya......ahmm......Craft-sensei......” Meri 　

The person sleeping comfortably at the end of the training field is, Meri. No one remembered her when we moved cla.s.s forward. Meri, who noticed us later, chased after us...but that is another story.

Bremfai Magic and Science Academy: Bride Training Study ~ cla.s.sroom.

The place I visited yesterday really suited my body.

“Alright, let us begin cla.s.s” Craft 　

I look over the seated bride candidates and nod in satisfaction.. Oooh, just like a real teacher.

“It feels good that all of you attended.  That's right, Venu...” Craft

“Don't talk to me, will you? I'm just here to take the cla.s.s" Venu

“I can't just bounce. There was a proper reason for the matter in the morning. Meri!" Craft
“Yes, why didn't you wake me! I overslept and couldn't see it!" Meri

“Ah, sorry. Later on listen to the results from the others. Well, what I want to say is that everyone is happy that they get along. So, you can seat closer, right?" Craft　

The three people sitting in the front row are Efrika, Leona and Meri. Kaitos is sitting behind them while Musas.h.i.+ is diagonally behind. Venu sits at the window on the last row.

“There is only one person that is going to win this. Why do we need to make friends?" Venu

“You're right, but if you're not cooperative, you'll lower your reputation” Craft

“Not good, Nii-san. Oh, what if you let me do it?" Efrika

“Hey, let's moderate the quarrel. It's troublesome to take care of it" Craft　

I took a small cane from my pocket and a big letter reflected on the blackboard. The letter contained a cooking practice. . Yes, today's lesson is──

“As you can see from the board, today’s lesson is cooking." Craft

“What, cooking! Foolis.h.!.+ Where is the need to learn such a thing…...?" Musas.h.i.+

“What do you think you are here for. This is the bride training study" Craft

“Kuu……! Cooking......but, I must absolutely be chosen......” Musas.h.i.+

As if receiving crus.h.i.+ng insults, Musas.h.i.+ has an agonized expression. No, no, what do you say about cooking practice?

“Although I thought that it would come......uhuhuu, cooking is easy" Efrika 　

Contrary to Musas.h.i.+, Efrika is really looking forward to this cla.s.s. The disappointment is that she is really good at cooking. It is natural because she has learnt housework from a young age by Zenan. I'm not going to spoil it, but I don't care for just delicious meals.

“Everyone of you has some thoughts about this, but it's already decided. Everyone, move to the cooking room" Craft

“Oohoohoohoo!! Today I, will show you my ability!” Efrika

After leaving the cla.s.sroom, the bride candidates followed me. What kind of food will they make......I think it's going to be interesting.

“I am a samurai. Craft-dono, a samurai's don’t enter kitchens." Musas.h.i.+

“Don't complain Musas.h.i.+. If you want to be the best master, don't forget you have to win." Craft　

As I thought, Musas.h.i.+ seems less reluctant. Because there is no room for that, I would like to get caught in such soft hands......

“Here is the cooking room. Come inside everyone." Craft　

In the immediate vicinity of the cooking cla.s.sroom door  was an old plate with “Cooking Room” written on it. There were several cooking tables,white boards, and, in the corner, pre-prepared ingredients. You could make a great amount of dishes with the amount of ingredients that were stacked like a mountain.

“If you go inside, everyone except Leona please put on a cooking robe. I will explain the rules after that" Craft
“Rules? Are we going to start the match now?” Musas.h.i.+
“It's far from talking. Although you don't know, it is my duty to evaluate" Craft
“Umm, Nii-sama? Where should I go……?” Leona
“You are the judge. You sit beside me" Craft　

Leona and I arrive at the platform for the teacher, after the remaining five people arrived at each of their cooking tables respectively. There are some cookware on the stand, but we are not going to use them because we are the judges.

“All right, everyone. You can use the tools, equipment, ingredients and seasonings you have here. I don't have any food restrictions, so please make lunch by lunchtime. That's the challenge for today" Craft
“Yes! I have a question. Is Sensei evaluating the dishes we make?" Meri
“I will do that, Meri. I'm going to be the  first to taste the finished dish. After me,everyone else will taste it. I don't expect it to be tasty, but make me something to eat,at least" Craft　

Nodding at Meri’s words, I take out a large hourgla.s.s from inside a  drawer. It looks like it's about 2 hours in size.

“Cooking time is over when all the sand falls down. Well, I leave you to make your own special dish. Personally, I'm expecting fun foods to come out" Craft 　

Turning the hourgla.s.s quickly, I sit on the chair and observe from the side. I didn't sleep well because of that affair yesterday and it wouldn’t be bad to take a nap during the time I need to wait for the dishes to be made. Meanwhile, the five candidates seem to be thinking what to make in this limited time. At least Efrika knows what she wants to do, the remaining members are the problem.

“Umm, even though they're still raw…...Oh, this looks delicious” Kaitos
“Hey Kaitos. You can't afford to eat” Efrika
“Lets eat it together......then, the dish might be good......" Meri
“I've never even made a meal before......" Musas.h.i.+　

Kaitos got the first move and got distracted, before the others also started to move. Women who are at least ten years old are here. One or two dishes, I don't demand more.

“Huwaaa......nuuguuu…...nemii” Craft 　

I rubbed my sleepy eyes and lay down on the table. Their cheerful voices as they cook  become a comfortable lullaby.

“Then, I look forward to the completion…...good night” Craft

“Are you going to take a rest, Craft-niisama?" Leona
“Yes, I went to bed a little late last night. I'll leave those guys to you" Craft　

It seems like this will be more fun to watch, but less fun to eat.

“Yes! I will determine the person suitable to be my future sister with these eyes!" Leona 　

While listening to the voice of my reliable sister, I close my eyelids and escape into the dark world. When I wake up I believethe best dish to be waiting in front of me and I slowly began to count sheep in my head──  　

Two hours to take a nap. I have heard that it is most pleasant to wake up after a two hour nap. That's why this two hours of sleep will give me the most pleasant awakening──

“So I thought...but this is the reality...” Craft 　

Some charred stoves. A cooking table that lost it’s cutting board and was  torn apart, miserably. A pungent odor which makes you want to pinch your nose. And the sound of something similar to liquid boiling. It wasn't the best dish which jumped into my eyes, but the cooking room which had been turned into h.e.l.l.

“What happened while I was sleeping? There was originally not even dust in the room, why has it currently been turned into, what seems to be, a witch’s altar? ” Craft
“......Well, it is a long story but…...I'm sorry, I don't want to talk about it right now"  Efrika　

Efrika getting away from the cooking table with a tired looking face. Something very frightening must have happened. Leona, who was supposed to be the supervisor, is lying in the center of the cooking room unconscious. Meri is laughing and holding her belly down on the floor, causing convulsions. Venu is almost the same as Efrika. Kaitos and Musas.h.i.+ say nothing and are looking at me with a serious face and tearfuly eyes, like they are waiting for a child to be born...

“Well, if Leona is alright, then it’s fine. We'll find the culprit later, so let's taste the dish for now” Craft 　

I close my eyes to the devastation that happened in a part of the cooking room and move to Efrika´s table. It is safer to choose Efrika, who has the highest stability and a certain meaningful expectation first.

“We'll all be tasting, so you guys can gather here. Aren’t you worried about your rival's cooking?” Craft
“Ah, I'm embarra.s.sed. I'm the first to be chosen. Hey, Leona, get up now” Efrika
“Hmm......hey? I, why were I asleep......?" Leona　

Efrika gently wakes up Leona, before preparing the dishes. The dish is covered with a silvery cloche smells good even in while being served in this chaotic environment. It seemed to be just a ray of light.

“Uoo! It smells delicious! Hey, Sensei! Let's open it already!" Meri
“Ah. Well then, it's the opening act" Craft　

In response to Meri, who jumps up from the floor and hurries over, I take the cloche off. As I expected, my favorite dish is included. I bet she likes the same seasoning as well.

“I refrained from roasting the pork because I don't have enough time. So, what do you think? Making a potato salad with pork, chicken, and steak. This meal is cooked with natural water from Sulpua and the corn soup is thicker than usual, leaving a drooling texture” Efrika 　

Even if she is rotten, she is my cousin and therefore she knows my preference. The appearance of the dish is perfect and so is the choice. The question is the taste……

“Itadakimasu......moguu, ngu. Uh, not bad" Craft

“Huhuu, it's only natural. I'm very familiar with Nii-san!” Efrika　

Seasoning is also perfect. This is a perfect dish. If I look only at cooking, Efrika seems to be the best bride.

“Arrangement of food 100 points. Seasoning 100 points. Dish choice 100 points. Really interesting. A total of three hundred points" Craft 　

This dish is inside my expectations. After all, what I expect and what I can hope for. That's boring. The nasty is out of the question, but a little playful.

“Interesting, isn't it. I didn't consider perfect, but if it is 301 points out of 400......huhuhu" Efrika 　

Efrika, who suddenly got a high score, feels good; she seems invisible and dangerous in the eyes of the other bride candidates. However, they don't need to worry, the world isn't that sweet.

“Haa? “Interesting” is weighted 700 points. You have 301 points out of 1000" Craft 　

What's most important to me is whether it's interesting or not. If you evaluate by that premise, this dish is definitely boring. I don't want to eat this every day, even though it is good occasionally.

“......I am sorry, I couldn't understand what you said right now. Can you say it again? " Efrika
“You have 301 points out of 1000. Before we continue with the next dish, letsfinish this dish together" Craft　

Efrika, who believes that she heard wrong, solidifies like a plaster in an instant.. Ignoring her, I finish Efrika´s dish with the remaining candidates.

“It's awesome! Efrika is a good cook!” Kaitos
“Oh, I think it's good, elder sister! But interesting…...I'm not sure” Leona
“Thank you both. But you can't compliment me......" Efrika
“Has someone not taken a bite from this dish......Venu. Aren't you eating?" Craft

Away from Efrika´s dish and those eating, Venu sits on a chair and hasn’t moved. She is wringing her fingers on the table with a dull face.

“I'm not interested in other people's cooking. This is just a matter in which one does their best.t" Venu
“Hohou. If you say that, then you must have good cooking skills, right?” Craft　

As my goal for this cla.s.s was to make everyone open their hearts, Venu's behavior made my heart ache. I hoped to find an alternative way in this lesson......but well, how is her dish?

“Needless to say, Baretoria meals are the best in the world! Now, please eat!" Venu

Venu’s food has a strange shape. A lot of ingredients are put on a flat, stretched fabric. This smell......Bajimato and cheese?

“Its Baretoria´s pride: Pizzar. I used high quality Bajimato which only grows in the Dyna Mountain Range and Tigatawos milk cheese. The Gaia wheat dough is also produced in Baretoria......" Venu
“Uoo!! Hey, Venu! How do you eat this? Come on, say it quickly!"　

Interrupting Venu´s explanation, Meri jumps to the pizzar, while wiping her saliva. That momentum... she is barely rational.

“It is Venusera! It is cut with this pizzar cutter" Venu　

Venu takes out a silver stick with a circular blade and uses it to divide the pizzar into pieces, skillfully.

“Hee, is this something that can cut by just rolling over things? This is convenient" Meri
“Come on, eat! Bow down before Baretorian´s cooking!” Venu
“Uoo, this is what you say! Something is growing! I'm getting ready!" Meri
“Such a strange food......omuu......oh, how strange......this is good......" Craft

When you pick up one of the eight pieces of pizzar, the cheese draws into a thread and drips. Further bringing the tip into the mouth and eating it up to the middle......the flavor spreading into the mouth is one of many ingredients harmonize.

“Wow, that's interesting. I didn't know that hot cheese and Bajimato would fit together this way" Craft
“That's right. It's looks a little dull, but you change the ingredients and  eat a lot, without getting tired of it" Venu
“Ngungu......the dough is sticky and delicious!" Craft
“Well done Venu. I especially liked the lobster and scallops" Meri
“It is Venusera! Ooohoohoo! Baretoria is famous for cooking such as Pesta and Rizotte as well as Pizzar. Pizzar is just a part of the cuisine !" Venu　

Venu is looking good judging by the storm of praise that sprung up. It seems like she won't change, as usual, but…...I know that she thought about us properly.

“It's brilliant, Venu. The taste, the appearance, and the choice of the dish are high scoring. In particular, that you chose Pizzar from among the numbers of Baretorian dishes, was greatly appreciated" Craft
“Aete? Nii-sama, is there a reason you don't like Pizzar?" Leona　

Beginning with Leona, everyone seems to be unaware of this fact. Isn't it noticeable that Venu is shy and now very embarra.s.sed? She is bright red and restless.

“Well, why don't you think about it yourself. It's a worrisome a.s.sessment, but......80 points for both choice and taste and arrangement 90 points. Finally, including the 500 points of interest......a total of 750 points for Venu" Craft
“Heee......750? Fuwaa! Congratulations Venusera-san!" Leona
“A, eh? Yes......750......that's right. I have 750............750!!" Venu
“What are you surprised about? That was a great dish, Venu” Craft　

I stroked Venu's head through the hood and proceeded to the next cook.

“Aa…...I did nothing in particular, I just cooked normally......" Venu
“Be a little straightforward. Everyone is pleased with your cooking." Craft　

The reason why Venu chose Pizzar is because it's a dish that everyone can share. Not only did that appeal to me, but it displayed Venu’s gentle heart who chose a dish for everyone......I wonder why, I think it's really affectionate.

“You did it! Hehee, please make another Pizzar next time! Let's eat it together!" Meri
“If you say that. I don't have to think about it a bit!" Venu
“Umm. You can boast Venusera. I definitely want to eat it again" Meri　

Being sandwiched by gluttonous, Venu hides her face shyly. Oh, she's healed.

“750......? Even I only have 301 points, ah! What does that mean!" Efrika
“Come on, sit down, Efrika" Craft　

I feel a great mess on the horizon. Let's a.s.sume that her mind is restarting and move to the next tasting.

“Now, the next one is Meri…...hey, where is your dish?” Craft 　

Although Venu's evaluation ended and we continue, there is nothing on Meri' s cooking table. No way, did she eat her own dish?

“Don't look like that Craft-sensei! I have a proper dis.h.!.+" Meri
“Bad bad. You're  greedy, unlike Kaitos” Craft
“Craft, I can’t let this pa.s.s! I'm just in my growing phase!" Kaitos
“Nahahaa, growing season is fine. If you eat this, then your daily nutrition is perfect!" Meri

Meri leaves the cooking table and walks to where the ingredients are stacked. There is a big three-staged wagon next to the food mountain, and if you look closely there seems to be a dishes there.

“I couldn't put it on the table. Look, this is Meri´s special!" Meri 　

A variety of dishes with proportions with honestly a “special” size were arranged.  without honesty have carried the word 'special'. Special dishes are connected with each dish one by one, and even this still insists on existence.

“Roughly counting there are more than ten items......you finished making this amount in two hours?" Craft
“It is easy if you cook efficiently. If you're fast, you can eat plenty of delicious dishes!" Meri
“It's not easy to reach that level. You should be a chef” Craft　

I put one of Meri's dishes on the table. It is amazing to be able to make so many dishes at the same time, but no matter how many there are, there is no meaning if the taste isn’t there.

“This is feather pig......grilled with Whiton´s herb. Let me tell you, I'm picky about my pork." Meri 　

The pork was cut into bite sized pieces.. When pus.h.i.+ng the tip of the fork against the surface of it’s skin, I pierced the meat without delay. Just being baked just cannot achieve this...how it become so soft?

“Momu......ah, doesn't just melt in your mouth. What kind of trick did you use?" Craft
“Niihiihii! A lot of special magic was transmitted to Bunna. This time I used magic to manipulate the hardness of objects. Just remember, you can apply magic to various dishes!" Meri　

To handle such high magic, it seems that her skill level is considerable high in all attributes.

“That's brain ice cream with stir fried mantises and beetles! My favorite!" Meri

Having so many low-quality products as her favorite food......uuga, she’s made a great thing.

“This bean soup is very delicious. Can you tell me the recipe, if you don't mind?” Craft
“Ah! Because she used water magic, it is perfect for Efrika" Meri
“Meri-san, please tell me as well!" Efrika　

Because there is a great variety, everyone seems to pick up their favorite dish. Even if it is not the result intended by them, I would like to evaluate that all members have been united in this way.

“Hehee, don't panic everyone! Sensei, let me know my score quickly!" Meri
“Hmm, Meri´s scoring is taste 85 points, arrangement 50 points and choice 95 points. 500 points for interest, total 730 points. Taste, choice and interest were high......but the arrangement" Craft　

Half of the dishes all look delicious, but the other half have problems. After all, the low-quality food caught the tail. No, Kaitos is pleased.

“......Arya, it's hard to be tolerant. Kaaa! I lost to Venu!!" Meri
“It is Venusera! And you have worked hard. Winning and losing is trivial" Venu
“MushyaMushya…...you are right, Meri. If I was judging you, I would have given you a full thousand points" Kaitos

It's good to talk, but a insect's foot is twitching from Kaitos´s mouth. What should I think about the face of my ideal girl that eats insects like that? Real torture?

“Ah......Cr, Craft-sensei? Because of the insects......are you angry?” Meri
“Naa? No, I'm not mad at you, Meri" Craft
“But I......I'm not a tactless woman, I can't cook well......" Meri　

Meri seems to have misunderstood my frowning with a pale face. This depression is unexpected as she is originally a cheerful character.

“I told you earlier? Your evaluation is 730 points. You weren't able to reach Venu, but your score is about twice as much as Efrika. You can boast that you have more points than Efrika, right?” Craft
“Craft-sensei......that, you´re right. I have twice as much as Efrika!” Meri

“Wait a minute! Why are you making me a point of reference like that? That's terrible, Nii-san!” Efrika　

Efrika raises her voice in protest and complains  a bit but I ignored it. I hit Meri’s back who regained her energy from Efrika’s  precious sacrifice and I softly whisper.

“Please be relieved Meri. You are cute and charming tanned woman" Craft
“Auee? Cr, Craft-sensei?” Meri

With her beautiful face and seductive body, Meri's charm is clearly visible.

“It's good to be insensitive. You have not only a blessed appearance, but also a bottomless brightness. And the flower ornament in your hair shows your charm" Craft
“Is, is that so......? Am I cute......?" Meri　

She has never been praised before now and is so charmed by my words, that Meri falters. Hey, what were the eyes of the boys in Bunna looking at?

“Hmm? At least I think you're pretty......if you doubt it so much, I will see your face again for confirmation. Lets see? Huh?" Craft 　

When I look into her face smiling, Meri covers her fuzzy expression with both hands.

“I, I understand.....garaa......go, good......mmou......uhgyaa!" Meri 　

Walking backwards without being able to talk normally, Meri falls down...... the contents inside her skirt is fully visible, but more interesting then that is Meri's shaking. d.a.m.n it, not good......I can not stop laughing!

“Buu! Aahaahaa! Hey, look! Meri is so shy!" Craft

Meri's ludicrous appearance is rarely seen. When I turn around to share it with the other bride candidates──there were only women who showing demonic expressions.

“Hmm? That wasn’t good, was it?" Craft
“Hou, is this the most famous rumor? I don't know how good it is because I don't wear any underwear" Musas.h.i.+
“Ni, Nii-sama is pleased to see Meri's underwear......uu.......Nii-sama likes underwear......" Leona　

You are wrong, Leona! You heard the entire conversation so why are you making that sort of conclusion!

“Nii-san,we are in cla.s.s now, right? It is not the time to flirt with the candidates." Efrika
“I did a sample of my tasting before, and missed out. Forgive me!" Craft　

As I try to solve Leona’s misunderstand, the two people to the right and left of me give me a solid glare with a frightening expression. d.a.m.n, there are no excuses for me...huh. The tension from seeing a cute Meri is dampening.

“Uu…...s.h.i.+t......for everyone, I have to push more......" Meri

Meri got up while stroking her rich b.u.t.t, she murmured something romantically. But now, I have no energy to question it.

“......Haa, let's finish the remaining two meals" Craft 　

I switch the topic and try to continue with the remaining meals. Either Kaitos or Musas.h.i.+ made a landmine-grade dish that will bring about our deaths.

“Well then, we will have the remaining two people show their dishes, at the same time. Thats the special rule this time" Craft 　

In the worst case, I could herald at the moment I uttered either dish. In order not to do so, I have to first identify the culprit by appearance......

“Muu, two people at the same time? You know, that's a good decision" Musas.h.i.+
“You can especially taste my masterpiece!" Kaitos　

Finally the remaining two come carrying meals with bragging face. Incidentally, the other four felt the danger and left one by one. Isn't that too exaggerated? At this moment a little cold emotion seemed to bud, and the theme of destruction surrounds Kaitos and Musas.h.i.+.

“Craft-dono, this is my first time cooking! If you eat this, you will definitely want to choose me as your bride! I am prepared for it!" Musas.h.i.+ 　

It is so ordinary that it seems to be delicious, because it's still ordinary grilled fish and garnish. The quant.i.ty is overwhelmingly unsatisfactory, but there are problems. Then, what remains......

“I have kept you waiting, Craft. This is the delicacy I made, enjoy. " Kaitos 　

The first thing I hear is an unpleasant sound, as Kaitos places her plate. It turns into a whirling bubbling sound and in the large plate is pure black, bubbling liquid.  Mysterious creatures are wringing around and occasionally jumping and sinking repeatedly. Well then, there is no doubt. The disaster  you see…...Kaitos is the culprit.

“Hey, Kaitos! Did you create this disaster!" Craft
“Naa! It's a misunderstanding, Craft! I haven't done anything!" Kaitos
“Everyone says that! What do you want me to do? The cooking room has been ma.s.sacred!” Craft　

Finally I got stuck and started talking with my face towards Kaitos.

“Wa, wait a moment......fighting is not good” Musas.h.i.+ 　

Musas.h.i.+ broke into our conversation. Her att.i.tude and expression…...hey hey hey?

“That, Craft-dono. I chopped the cooking table and burned it......it is my fault" Musas.h.i.+
“What? Musas.h.i.+, did you really do this?" Craft　

When I turn my eyes towards Efrika as if to confirm it, everyone breathes out and nods.

“To cut the ingredients, I used this sword and to bake the  ingredients, my magic is useful. That's what I thought…...d.a.m.n, I regret it” Musas.h.i.+
“It's not just regrettable! Why did you cut the ingredients with your katana? The katana is the soul of a Samurai!” Craft
“Wait, Craft. Don't forget to apologize to me. I am deeply hurt by your unconsidered words" Kaitos
“Shut up! You may not have caused the mess but cause of this foul odor is you! Both are bad!" Craft

I moved Kaitos dish aside and take Musas.h.i.+´s dish first, because it looks relatively safe. With a low growl, Kaitos starts to intimidate me, but if I care, I lose.

“If you have anything like grilled fish, you won't fail. It's the first-level of edible" Craft

When I take the grilled fish stuck on a skewer, I bite into its belly and eat it with the bone. I can't use chopsticks, so I have no choice but to do this…...? Hmm?

“......Naa, Musas.h.i.+? This was cut with a katana......and you baked it with your flame? " Craft
“Indeed! I failed a few times and ruined the cooking table, but this is the only successful dish" Musas.h.i.+
“No, I don't care about the cooking table, but......what about the seasoning?" Craft
“Muu? Seasoning? What is seasoning?" Musas.h.i.+　

It is no wonder that the taste of the fish is strong. And only the outside is burnt, the inside is still doughy.

“Uoee. The firmness......is fishy! What's this fish name......?" Craft
“If I´m not wrong, I think it is s.h.i.+ras.h.i.+rakansu" Musas.h.i.+
“Ah that's right. It's not a fish from the fish tank, but one taken from the exhibition tank at the window" Musas.h.i.+
“What! That wasn't a fish supposed to be used as an ingredient!" Craft
“Oeee!! You're a stupid samurai who eats whatever you like! Did you do this to get your revenge for what happened this morning!” Craft　

I gaze at Masas.h.i.+ while vomiting gently atop the dish. If she reflects a bit and says sorry I will forgive her......

“A, uu…….yes! This is my weapon! I will win our match tomorrow!” Musas.h.i.+

Unfortunately, Musas.h.i.+'s action were just an excuse. This is already a pain in my eyes──

“......Even if it is a joke, you should be prepared, Musas.h.i.+? I'm really mad at you, right now” Craft

I regret that I sold the quarrel with a half resolution. However I won't allow her to cry.

“You okay, Nii-sama? Shall I bring you some medicine?" Leona
“Leona, medicine will be good later. Anyway, after this, I'm eating a dish more horrible than death" Craft
“What are you saying, Craft! I made it with all my effort!" Kaitos　

The tears that are just overflowing in her eyes are acc.u.mulated and Kaitos shouts with a trembling voice. Hmm......no matter, this time I may have overdone it.

“Sorry, Kaitos. Because I love you so much, I want to be mean" Craft

“What? Is that true? You're not lying, are you?" Kaitos
“It is natural, isn't it a precious dish you made? I can tell without eating it" Craft　

I put my hand on Kaitos´s waist and draw her close. The light Kaitos fits in my arms has the same height as me, and I approach her face until the distance is so close that we can touch each other.

“Wait quietly. I will......show you a lot of affection later" Craft

“Ho, Houwaa!! Na, Nanana!! Cra, Craaft......umyaan” Kaitos　

Kaitos´s face is dyed red like a cherry blossom and she becomes floppily and strife. Kukuku, I can do this, as long as I try to do it.

“Even so, it is too weak for a fastball. I won't raise the sound at this level" Craft
“Nmuuehehe......Kurafft” Kaitos　

Kaitos spins her arms around my neck as if her dream came true. I'm sorry but we´re in cla.s.s now. When I tried to wipe Kaitos tears away, all the students who had been silently felt as if they were hit by water and suddenly started to make loud noises.

“Wa, wait! What do you mean by what you just said? I ask for an explanation!" Venu
“NiNii, Nii-samaa......Kaitos-chan......Hawawa!! The game has already been decided......" Leona
“Th, this is also a weapon... this confuses me......? Is that so?" Musas.h.i.+
“After all, it is useless as it is now......uguu, my chest feels weird......" Meri
“Nii-saaAAAAAAAAAANnnn!! Uaaa!! Aaaahh!” Efrika　

All bride candidates surrounding us, complain rapidly.

“Hey. I want to make a fuss over here. Look at this dish" Efrika 　

To Efrika´s annoying cry, I take the dish made by Kaitos.

“From the look and smell──Kaitos´s dish is the worst” Efrika
“Munyaa......Craft......we......forever" Kaitos 　

I gently stroke Kaito's head, who had fallen asleep on the floor, before turning again to the dishes I received. Bizarre creatures wander inside, the garbage-like smell, and the jet black ink. A decent nerve makes it impossible to speak very well. But, strangely enough, I──

“Well then, I wonder if......zuzuu" Craft

For the bride candidates here, I felt that I could do anything.

“Garii............gorii......winpipii......baribarii......jakonn, kyururu"
“How horrible......I can not imagine these sounds coming out of a dish"
“Bu, Bu, bucket! I bring you a bucket!" Leona
“Nu, gokuu......there's no need for that, Leona" Craft 　

Finish chewing and swallow. Just a mouthful and everything was clear. There's so much love in this dish──that the taste is death......

“Gakuu! I'm already.......dead" Craft 　

It is tasteless is enough to die.

“Hiiii!! You suddenly vomited blood!"
“Mu......Musa, s.h.i.+…….total......100 points......gehoogehoo! Geboaa!” Craft 　

My consciousness is about to go away. My foot trembles with sharpness, palpitation and dizziness push all at once. It will be easier if I faint......but that is no good. I need to bring it to a end.  

“Kaitos......you, total…...mi, minus......1000 points” Craft

I give the lowest rating to Kaitos, who is sleeping. There is nothing to remember about this already. I......I barely hold on the rope that is my consciousness.

“Eh? Sensei......? Hey, Craft-sensei! Hold on! You can’t dieee!” Meri
“Craft-donooo!! You have to be strong!!” Musas.h.i.+

My body collapses. Sense of fading. I fall down, while covering the sleeping Kaitos.

“Nii-sann!! Aaa!! Oh my G.o.d!!” Efrika

The screaming of my noisy cousin is heard loudly. But, what remained in my ear more than that──

“What do you mean......the taste of my......" Kaitos　

She look so happy under me.....Kaitos´s sweet voice.

A few hours after the nightmare cooking showdown. I hear that the afternoon cla.s.s was canceled because I fainted. After that, I was brought to my room in the royal castle for recuperation, but……

“My cute sooonnnn! Aaaaah, I was so worried!" King Zefirio
“Shut up, d.a.m.n father. Don't come into my room without permission" Craft　

The one that disturbs me in my bed is my annoying father who suddenly appeared.

“What......because of the poisonous dish, you have such a filthy mouth......Ooh, it is deplorable!" King Zefirio
“With all due respect Beard-san, but this is the usual reaction of Craf." Zenan

The number of existences which disturb my rest became two. A troublesome maid appeared.

“Hey, Zenan. I'm healed at the sight of your beautiful face" Craft
“These are nice words. Let me show you a light dance so that you can heal even more" Zenan
“If the trash doesn't keep silent and move, remove it" Craft
“Ahh, Craft-sama is being bullied” Zenan

Zenin, with an expressionless face, like a doll knows exactly what I mean. I wonder why a woman like her has such a beautiful face.

“Th, that…....did you forget about me? I'm the king......" King Zefirio 　

My father unsuccessfully tries to inject himself into Zenan and my conversation with an uncomfortable face.What happened to the king, will that presence be lost with this figure?

“What, you are still there? Get out of the room" Craft
“Why Craft! You haven't had any skins.h.i.+p with me though you have been in the castle for the past month. Sometimes we have some happy father and son time......" King Zefirio
“Absolutely disgusting. If you're lonely, go to Magwardo's room, you bearded father.” Craft
“Uwaaaahh!! Craft, you're still rebellious!!” King Zefirio　

My father jumps out of my room,shaking the whole castle by closing the door. It is impossible to think of him as  the king of a country because of his behavior.

“Craft-sama. Even if that bearded man wastefully declared that he is overprotective, and even though his aging odor is bad, he is still your father. Don't forget that he cares about you, Craft-sama" Zenan
“It may be a follow-up, but I can only hear you as if you're a fool" Craft　

With that, I put my face on soft's pillow and rolled over.

“Please tell Efrika, Kaitos and Leona that I´m fine. I will take a nap" Craft
“......To that sow too? Yes, I got it” Zenan
“Especially Kaitos would be worrying about me. Please encourage him" Craft
“Encouraging Kaitos-sama......fuufuufuu. Please leave it to this top counselor" Zenan

I feel like I made a wrong decision, but it seems to be interesting.

“Ah, and I want to get up earlier than usual tomorrow. Would you come to wake me up?" Craft
“This is rare. I'm sure that Dorebanias volcano will erupt, somewhere" Zenan
“It's troublesome, but I promised Musas.h.i.+ a rematch. Well, that's why I need to prepare” Craft　

She let me drink boiled water. I'll give you plenty of payback, Musas.h.i.+......

“It is a nice goose face. You really have grown up......uhuhunohuu" Zenan
“Therefore, I'm scared of laughing with only my voice" Craft

Whether due to the growth of her former student is pleasant or something else, Zenan seemed to be in a good mood before she left. I wonder if that feeling, it was a long time ago......

“If it is me now that I started spending time with them, I feel like I can understand somehow" 　

I turn off the lights and close my eyelids in the darkened room. I have a bad sleep. Let's think about the plan of tomorrow until the sleep comes──