The next morning, we both woke up early. Clara had to prepare breakfast, and I obviously could only eat very little because of my size, so Clara kindly shared pieces of her food with me so that I could eat without so many problems.
Clara's kitchen is one of my favorites, it can be seen that she has worked hard to polish her skills as a servant, although...
For a brief moment, Jack imagined himself forming a family with Clara. They were both sharing food and even their daughter was on the side.
Jack: ...!!
What was that? Am I falling for something crazy? I don't hate Clara, but rather I have a certain affection for her, although... sadly, Clara is in love with the real Jack and not me, a guy who's taking his body temporarily.
Jack, just thinking about it, made me doubt his existence in that world. So much so, I even stopped eating for a brief moment.
Clara: Huh? - Clara seeing him in that state, I don't hesitate to ask.
Clara: Young master, are you all right?
Jack: ...!! -By hearing Clara's voice, I managed to get him out of her thoughts.
Jack: Yeah... you don't have to worry about that, it's just, I was thinking about some things and nothing else.
Jack's answer, like I'm not completely convincing Clara. So, a tender idea came to her head.
Subtly, I raised his right hand, and brought him to where Jack was.
So I use the tip of her finger to give them tender and gentle pampering, on Jack's little head.
Jack: ...? - When I felt the soft touches that Clara was making him, I got quite confused.
Those cuddles made Jack feel, somewhat relaxed. Despite the differences in size, Jack was not afraid that Clara would end up crushing him by accident; rather, quite the opposite, he felt really secure, being by her side.
Clara: You know, I've noticed that you've been distracted a lot lately.
Jack: He does? Why do you say that? - I look at him confused.
Clara: Mmm... For the moment I've seen him just staring into space, as if he had a lot on his mind.
Jack: I'd be lying to you if I said you're not right, there are times when a man can lose himself, inside his own thoughts. He said while resting.
Clara: Ahh... - Clara let out a sigh, then changed her stance, much more firm, in front of Jack.
Clara: Since I became your servant, I have spent most of my life by your side, young master.
Clara: And I'd like you to stay that way, I like spending time with you.
Clara: But, if you have moments where you would like to spend your time alone, as your wife, I understand.
Jack was getting a sense of where this whole conversation was going. Before there was any misunderstanding, he decided to talk.
Jack: Easy Clara, I know what you mean.
Jack: There are times when one would like to be alone to reflect, but this time, it's not that much.
Clara: Are you serious? - She said concerned.
Jack: Of course, so you don't have to worry about Clara. - I smile at her.
Clara: Okay, I'll trust your words. - She felt much more relieved.
(Jack) Come to think of it, all I'm doing is harming my mental health. I need to stop thinking like this and improve as a person.
(Jack) I don't want to worry Clara anymore.
(Jack) If in the future I am given a chance to return to my world, I will decline.
(Jack) Well, so far so good.
(Jack) Let's hope it stays that way.
Jack being much more relaxed, he decided to spend more time with Clara for the rest of the afternoon.
Until suddenly, one of his guards, knocked on the door.
"Tock" "Tock"
Jack: Go ahead!! - he said loudly, so they would listen.
-With your permission -I enter the room.
Once inside, he gave a gentle greeting, then stared firmly at Jack.
-Young master, I come to inform you that we will soon set sail.
Jack: Thanks for the heads up, miss...
Jack had no idea what to call her, she noticed and said his name in a firm but respectful tone.
-My name is Hilda, young master.
Jack: It's very kind of you to say that, although, that name makes me very nice. - That last thing, I end up saying it unconsciously.
Hilda: This one... Thank you? - For her, it was a bit strange. Since it was the first time that a boy said a compliment to her, without telling his relatives.
Jack: I guess that should be all, right?
Hilda: Yes, young master.
Hilda: If you see any more news, I'll let you know first.
Hilda: So, with your permission, I am retiring.
Hilda gave a slight greeting, then turned around, and then left the room.
With Jack and Clara alone again, the room felt a somewhat heavy atmosphere.
Jack: This is the first time I've looked at her, will she be new?
Clara: I don't know, I don't like to inquire into that kind of thing young master. - In the tone he said it, I'm cold and indifferent.
Jack: Is something wrong?
Clara: It's nothing, better go pack your bags.
Clara: So, with your permission.
Suddenly, Clara stood up, took me with some care and placed me on the table beside the bed.
Afterward, he began to store all the things we brought.
(One hour later)
Clara spent most of the time in silence. When I asked her about some things, she only replied with rather vague answers.
As if to imply, that he didn't want to talk to me.
(Jack) This is fucked up, I have to wait a while for Clara to get over her anger, for now, just watching her open here.
As we approached, I saw several people walking calmly in the harbor. Most of them were women, I didn't see any men their size with them.
(Jack) Apparently, the men here are still small.
(Jack) Will it be like that all over the world? Or only in certain places?
Jack had more doubts than answers, he would somehow seek to know how this world works.
He barely knows that there are some magical creatures, but what calls him attention is to Why are men small?
Nor has he forgotten what strange research there is into how they reproduce.
Hilda: Young master, we have already arrived at the port.
Jack: ...!!
Jack: Oh right, I almost forgot. - He scratched his head slightly.
Hilda: About your luggage, you don't have to worry.
Hilda: I'll ask some sailors to help you get him down, and we'll keep an eye on them so they don't steal anything.
Jack: That's very kind of you, thank you Hilda.
My talk with Hilda was going quite well, until Clara interrupted us.
Clara: Young master, we have something much more important to do.
Jack: That's right, I need to talk to that family.
Jack: I apologize if I have to finish our conversation.
Hilda: He doesn't have to, he's just doing his duty.
No longer able to talk more, Clara turned around, then got off the boat.
Clara: I see you're getting along better and better with her.
Jack: You think? She looks like a good girl.
Hilda is wearing a helmet, which prevents me from seeing her face, I must point it out to her, as that increases my curiosity, and gives her that mysterious atmosphere.
Also adding the fact that she wears a light armor, which covers almost her entire body, shows some parts, but it's not something to be excited about.
After all, she is a lady gentleman. It's normal for her to be covered.
Clara: It would be best if you kept your distance, you don't even know her to say she's good.
Jack: You're right, let's hope that over time, that doubt will disappear.
Jack: But, if my parents assign her to us, they must trust her.
Clara: But... No... Even so... - Since he can't argue anymore, he has no choice but to accept it.
Clara: Just promise me, you'll be careful when it comes to women.
Clara: I don't want anything bad to happen to my fiancé.
Jack: Of course, I understand your concern, but you don't take me for a child either.
Jack: Having my size, I'm aware of how far I can go.
There are times when I forget all that, haha.
Setting aside this little chat, I end up distracted by looking through the streets of this kingdom, the place is quite striking, women with their daughters walking calmly, as well as those who do heavy work.
I also saw small men helping women in a tender way, it was a quiet environment to say the least.
Jack: Hey Clara, do you remember what time they were coming for us?
Clara: According to the letter they sent us, they would arrive around noon.
Jack: It shouldn't be long now.
Look at the clock in the tower and it was 11:45 in the morning.
The heat was intense, video to the ladies gentlemen who were under the sun, I asked them to cover up.
Jack: Wouldn't you like to rest?
Jack. Being in the sun all the time could hurt them.
The girls, seeing that Jack cared for them, decided to respond in a tender way.
-It's very kind of you to worry about us, young master, but we're fine.
-Yes, even though it's very hot, our armor has a small cooling pebble, which helps us in these kinds of situations.
Jack: Cooling stone?
Hilda: It is a stone made of manna, which has written a small spell to cool us or warm us, depending on the weather.
Hilda: Often used for long journeys.
Clara: They are somewhat expensive, so at the very most these stones usually last, about 4 to 5 days at most.
(Jack) This magic, it's already starting to call me attention.
Jack was interested.
(15 minutes after)
At last the agreed time arrived, we waited patiently for them to come and pick us up, until we heard the sounds of a cart approaching.
Clara: It must be them.
That cart, you could see it had a rather elegant appearance. Including their horses pulling the cart, they could be seen as fine or of pure race.
People, upon seeing him, turned aside. They wanted to avoid being run over by such a big carriage at all costs.
Jack, I'm just waiting nervously for that carriage to arrive.
It was just a few minutes, until the carriage finally arrived.
The carriage door opened, and from it came a maid.
His appearance was elegant and refined, with an aura of firmness.
She was an older woman, I think her age was around 35 or 40.
But, even so, she looked quite good and beautiful.
Clara: ...!! - When Clara noticed Jack, that he was getting worked up with that servant girl, she gave him a gentle slap in the back.
Jack: Coff!! - That supposed little hit, he had enough strength to pull all the air out of Jack's lungs.
-It's a pleasure to meet you, young master Jack.
Jack: The... Pleasure... It's... Mine... - He was recovering from that blow.
-Since you are a nobleman, I will be the first to introduce myself.
-My name is Elvia, the housekeeper of the Romero family.