“You have… many things to tell me?”
Faon asked, sounding a bit curious after hearing his wife’s last sentence.
The last time his wife had said something like that was on their wedding night.
Back then, because it was their first time, they had talked a lot to ease the nervous and awkward atmosphere.
“That’s right! So many things happened during the day, but since I haven’t seen my husband all day, I haven’t had a chance to say anything. For example, there was Eve’s visit and the matter of the new neighbor. Plus, I want to chat with you about your experiences today,” Evalyn said with a smile after thinking for a moment.
“Did Eve visit during the day? And a new neighbor… Thank you for the hard work, Falin. Thank you for hosting them while I wasn’t home,” Faon spoke gently.
He didn’t press for details immediately, as they still had plenty of time.
“It wasn’t hard work at all; it’s part of a wife’s rights. Besides, it’s been a long time since we cooked together.”
Ailin winked at Faon, speaking playfully.
“Then it’s Falin’s turn to be my assistant today.”
Faon thought about it and smilingly agreed to his wife’s request.
He understood Falin’s desire to do things for him, but since she was on her period, he provided this compromise to balance things out.
“Okay, okay,” Ailin nodded.
At the very least, by following him, the chance of the [Enhancement Potion] being discovered would be smaller.
Furthermore, given her husband’s level of trust in her, he wouldn’t investigate the things she made.
Thinking of this, however, Ailin felt a bit strange.
She was actually taking advantage of her husband’s trust.
‘Ugh… It’s so painful.’
The two of them took some ingredients Faon had bought in Xingbo Town and went to the kitchen.
With Evalyn’s help, the ingredients were quickly prepped, and Faon then let his wife rest to the side.
Sitting at the dining table, Ailin expressed some dissatisfaction, but she felt that watching her husband’s back as he prepared dinner wasn’t bad either.
Just as the receptionist had said, more contact would prevent her husband’s feelings for her from fading or being clouded by those tools.
Suddenly, Ailin remembered the strange thing she had seen while picking through the ingredients.
“By the way, did you buy a bottle of Sparkling Wine? Looking at the style, is it a special edition from the Adventurers Guild?”
“That? That was a gift from Sister Night Lei. We went to the Adventurers Guild to eat at noon. After all, nobody there would specifically ask about the relationship between me, Sister Night Lei, and Night Night,” Faon said with a smile, his hands never stopping.
“Could it be that my husband bought it because he misses his old life as an adventurer?”
Ailin immediately thought of that possibility.
After all, the [Having Ideas] trait in Night Lei’s profile wasn’t fake.
Combined with her considerate personality, Ailin felt it was entirely possible that her husband had shown a “nostalgic” look, and Sister Night Lei had simply bought it for him.
‘Hehe… Truly good neighbors.’
“That’s not it. The life I want is what I have now—being here with Falin, chatting while we cook, living a peaceful and simple life of happiness.”
Faon thought for a moment before giving his answer with a smile.
He then continued, “As for that wine… it wasn’t because of me. Sister Night Lei wanted Night Night to try the taste of alcohol. Perhaps there was a bit of nostalgia involved, so Sister Night Lei and Night Night gave it to us as a gift.”
“Sister Night Lei and Night Night are truly good people,” Ailin said, though her words were a bit insincere.
However, her next words were heartfelt.
“But… I also love living a peaceful life with my husband.”
“I’m glad to hear that, Falin.”
Faon breathed a sigh of relief.
He paused for a moment before continuing, speaking as if he had given it much thought.
“I originally wanted to give you a surprise, but I think I should tell you ahead of time, okay?”
“Wh… what?”
Ailin became nervous at her husband’s words.
“I bought a gift for you. I asked Sister Night Lei and Night Night to act as my advisors. Since moving here, I haven’t bought you any gifts… but I didn’t want to make it too formal. After all, just as you said, we have a long life ahead of us.”
Faon’s tone became a bit embarrassed.
“So, I wanted you to know in advance, and this will show that it won’t be the last one.”
He didn’t state the specific reason.
Perhaps it was the guilt from the subconscious hand-holding, or perhaps it was just what he had intended all along—or maybe it was both.
In the end, the companion doll he had planned to buy was replaced with an exquisite Gemstone Necklace.
“Why are you telling me now? Honestly…”
Although Ailin was complaining, the slight flush on her face and her excited tone made it clear she wasn’t actually upset.
“But since I am your wife… I will wait for you to give it to me tonight.”
After saying this, she stood up and hugged Faon from behind.
Her heart was filled with a sense of happiness, but behind that happiness was a trace of bitterness.
Next, she would have to use the [Enhancement Potion].
This sense of happiness made her even more afraid of failing the commission.
She didn’t want to end up hating Faon… her own husband.
Faon also enjoyed his wife’s hug.
However, since his thoughts were no longer entirely pure, as he enjoyed the moment, he also remembered… the unpleasantness of the evening.
‘Sister Night Lei and Night Night have quite good stamina.’
The thought popped into his head, but he immediately dismissed it before it could go any further.
In the time that followed, Ailin sat back down and continued chatting with Faon about the interesting things she had seen while shopping, while he continued preparing dinner.
During this period, Evalyn kept glancing at the place where she had hidden the [Enhancement Potion].
Time passed bit by bit during their chat.
The final dish was a thick soup that Evalyn loved.
After setting it to simmer, Faon sat down next to her.
“Speaking of which, I learned the recipe for this soup from you, Falin.”
“I love drinking it myself, so I wanted my husband to taste it too,” Ailin said with a giggle.
“By the way, did you feel unwell at all during the day?”
Faon asked with concern.
“The same as before,” Ailin said with a smile.
Then she remembered the day’s events.
“I almost forgot since you didn’t mention it—the new neighbor knows you?”
“Knows me? Am I that famous?”
The corners of Faon’s mouth curled up slightly.
“Don’t sell yourself short! But she said your full name all at once, which gave me quite a shock. That lady also said she would come for a formal visit in a few days,” Evalyn said playfully.
“Did she say what her name was?”
Faon asked subconsciously.
“Her name is Viya Hecate. It sounds a bit like the name of a legendary ‘Witch,’ and her outfit is very similar to a Mage’s. She’s very beautiful, but she’s expressionless, so she left a deep impression on me.”
“Oh, her. You should know her, Falin.”
Faon’s reaction wasn’t particularly large upon hearing his old comrade’s name; he only wore a faint smile.
“She was the Mage in our party. I partnered with her during our adventures. But when I told you about her before, I usually used her nickname, ‘Witch.’ That’s also the name the Empire uses for its public announcements.”
“So it was her. Then she must have a very good relationship with my husband.”
Ailin smiled on the surface.
In her heart, she was cursing.
‘Hehe…’
‘No wonder she fits the requirements for a Commission Target generated by the guild for an E-Rank Matchmaker like me. It turns out she must also Have Ideas about my husband.’
If it weren’t for the guild, she would definitely be guarding against them with everything she had.
“Yes, the relationship is indeed good. You could say we were… ‘Good Partners.'” Faon smiled, emphasizing the words. “It really is fate. I didn’t expect that woman would end up next door to us while out collecting magic.”
However, their relationship was indeed good.
Moving here had been the result of a discussion with Veya.
“Then when she comes for a formal visit, we should have a good chat. Or perhaps we can go visit her tomorrow evening,” Ailin blinked.
Even if she didn’t plan to accept the commission yet, she had to test the waters.
Faon shook his head.
“Let’s not. Once Viya decides on something, she’ll see it through. Besides, your health isn’t great right now, so just wait for her to come over.”
“Alright then.”
Evalyn hesitated for a moment but decided not to mention Veya’s abnormalities.
She said with a smile, “Actually, Miss Eve also came by today to ask us to look after her. Also, she has already agreed to your leave request, so we should… think about my vacation now.”