Isekai Nonbiri Sozai Saishu Seikatsu - Chapter 101

“Hey, sorry to keep you waiting.”

Klaus and I set up the parasol and chairs for shade and laid out the sheets, when Saffy, Lumia, and Nelge arrived in their swimsuits.

Saffy, clad in a black swimsuit, exuded an adult allure with her outstanding proportions. Especially with her overflowing cleavage, the gaze of the men around her was transfixed.

I knew she had a good figure to begin with, but this was downright distracting.

“I apologize for making Shuu-san and Klaus-sama do the preparations.”

Taking away her gaze from where it might be stuck, Lumia bowed apologetically.

Compared to Saffy, Lumia’s swimsuit shows less skin. Her sky-blue swimsuit matched well with her golden hair.

I was surprised at her ample cleavage for her age, but thanks to Saffy’s impact, I managed to avoid staring and being rude.

“Don’t worry about it. Men tend to change quickly. Please feel free to put your belongings on the sheet.”

“Thank you.”

As I said that, Lumia and the others placed their belongings on the sheet.

“Big brother, how does my swimsuit look?”

Nelge is wearing a white swimsuit with minimal skin exposure.

It’s not very revealing, but it has frills and looks very cute.

When Klaus looked down at his sister Nelge’s swimsuit, he said, “…What do you mean by ‘how’?”

We, who were listening nearby, almost burst out laughing at Klaus’s oblivious remark.

“Big brother, when a woman dresses up, you should at least give a compliment.”

“Even if it’s not a party, it wouldn’t hurt to give a little flattery.”

“Even if it’s flattery, women appreciate it. Right, Lumia-san?”

“Eh!? W-well, of course, it’s nice to be complimented.”

Surprised by Nelge bringing up the topic, Lumia responded hesitantly.

“Yeah, that’s right. Neither Lumia nor I have been complimented on our swimsuits by Shuu-kun~” Saffy chimed in with a grin, intentionally being conspicuous.

Why do I always get dragged into this?

Nevertheless, if I react strangely here, I know I’ll be toyed with by Saffy.

So, I cast aside any embarrassment and switch to professional mode.

“Lumia-san, Saffy-san, both of your swimsuits look really good on you.”

“Th-thank you.”

“Hmm, not very fresh words or reactions, but I’ll let it slide for today.”

Lumia’s cheeks flushed, but Saffy’s reaction was subtle.

Saffy probably gets approached by the opposite sex quite often, and I, with little romantic experience, knew I wouldn’t stand a chance. So, I wasn’t really shocked.

“See, big brother? Even if it’s not a party, words like that are important.”

“I got it, calm down. If you stay outside without sunscreen, your skin will burn.”

“Ugh.”

Klaus deflected Nelge’s continued insistence by pushing her away while saying so.

Starting with Klaus’s words, everyone sat on the sheet and applied sunscreen.

We all wanted to get into the sea quickly, but suffering from sunburn would be terrible.

If we didn’t apply sunscreen properly, taking a bath would become hell.

“Lumia, could you put sunscreen on my back?”

“Of course.”

“Oh, could you do mine too? I’ll put sunscreen on Lumia-san’s back.”

“T-That’s too kind of you.”

“Don’t worry about it. I want to do it.”

As they silently applied sunscreen, the women seemed to be competing to reach areas beyond their own reach.

It’s like a scene from a slice-of-life manga where only girls appear.

But what about my back? I can’t reach it on my own, after all.

The only one left for me is—

“…I absolutely refuse to have a sunscreen contest with you.”

“Yeah, that would be too much even for me.”

What a scene it would be, two guys applying sunscreen on each other’s backs.

Of course, I wouldn’t want to do it with Klaus, but I also don’t want my back to get sunburned.

“Nelge, could you put sunscreen on my back?”

“I guess I have no choice.”

At times like these, having siblings seems really enviable. After all, you can ask without hesitation.

“Then, Lumia can do Shuu-kun’s back. He’s always helping us out, after all.”

Just as I was about to give up on my back, Saffy made a pleasant suggestion.

Asking a woman to put sunscreen on my back felt somewhat embarrassing.

“Yes, if you’re okay with me…”

“Please.”

I made an effort to behave calmly, as acting awkwardly now could be off-putting.

As I sat on the sheet, Lumia moved to my back.

“I’ll apply the sunscreen.”

Lumia said so, then spread the sunscreen oil in her hand and began to apply it to my back.

The warm oil and Lumia’s smooth skin felt pleasant against my skin.

I wish she could keep stroking my back like this forever.

To avoid looking slack-faced if I let my guard down, I distract myself by gazing at the deep blue sea, dispelling any stray thoughts.

Ah, the sea is so blue today too.

“Are there any spots I missed?”

Lost in thought, Lumia suddenly asked if she had finished applying sunscreen.

“Yes, I’m all set. Thanks a lot.”

“Oh, no problem.”

As I thanked her, Lumia blushed and smiled shyly.

“Alright, now that we’ve put on sunscreen, let’s head straight to the sea!”

“Yes, let’s go!”

Feeling somewhat embarrassed, I enthusiastically followed Safi’s suggestion towards the sea.

“Big brother, come with us.”

“I’ll stay here and watch over the belongings.”

“There’s no need for that. The maids will keep an eye on them for us.”

Upon hearing Nelge’s words, I instinctively turned around to see the maids sitting nearby on another sheet, keeping watch. One of them was the maid who had guided me to the room earlier.

I hadn’t noticed them coming along.

Now they were in swimsuits, not maid outfits.

I knew they were already beautiful people, but seeing them in a different attire made my heart skip a beat.

We’re also here as escorts, but it feels oddly relaxed.

It’s almost like a half-vacation.

I give a slight nod to the maid who noticed us and head towards the sea.

The water here is crystal clear and incredibly beautiful.

I step into the waves lapping at my feet.

“Ah, it’s been a while since I’ve been in the sea.”

“Huh? But weren’t you diving in the sea on behalf of Lord Lucas’s request, Shuu-san?”

Lumia tilts her head, sensing something off about my comment.

“Well, I was diving indeed, but I was using items the whole time, so I didn’t feel the cold or anything.”

“You were probably too excited to find materials in the sea.”

“Correct.”

Klaus, who I brought back numerous materials to every day from my dives, probably saw through me.

He was the one buying most of my materials and seeing my happiness at what I collected after all.

“It’s funny that even though you were diving all the time, you never actually went in yourself.”

Indeed, it’s strange that despite spending about three days diving in the sea, I never experienced it firsthand.

The vast ocean, the blue sky, and the smiles of the girls in swimsuits.

Coming to Lindblum, I feel like I’m experiencing the most summer happiness.

While being entertained at Klaus’s mansion and spending leisurely time is nice, this isn’t bad either.

“Wahh!?”

As I’m looking up at the sky with deep emotions, I suddenly get splashed with water from the side.

“Even though you’re in the sea, why are you gazing into the distance like that?”

I look towards the direction the water came from, and Saffy-san is wearing a mischievous grin, like a prankster.

Understanding her obvious provocation, I quickly scoop up water with my hands and splash it back.

“Too slow.”

However, Saffy dodges it as if she anticipated my move.

“Ha! For an alchemist, you’re pretty agile!”

“Hahaha! I’m a master, you know! I even gather materials myself sometimes!”

While I understand the logic, I wish she wouldn’t show off her mastery in a place like this.

Despite being in the sea, Saffy swiftly moves around and splashes water.

“Hya!”

“Lumia, your reaction is too slow!”

The damage isn’t just limited to me; it extends to Lumia as well.

“Lumia-san, let’s work together to defeat Saffy-san. It’s our chance to make her pay!”

“That’s right. Let’s do it!”

Proposing to the soaked Lumia, I receive a reassuring response.

Given the various situations we’re usually thrown into, she probably has some pent-up frustration as her disciple.

Now, under the guise of play, we can unabashedly settle this.

“Hey! Isn’t it unfair for you two to team up!?”

“This is also part of the plan!”

Ignoring Saffy’s accusations of unfairness, Lumia and I close in, surrounding her.

“Hmph, ridiculous. What’s fun about splashing water at each other-!?”

“Ufufu, big brother made a strange noise.”¹

…

After Nelge’s laughter, a fierce spray of water erupted.