Let's Train Heroine

Chapter 206: Heroine at Restaurant

Maris and Lucan arrived on the main street, their new outfits catching the eye of passersby. Maris was dressed in a stunning white dress with light red accents at the hem, while Lucan looked sharp in a sleek black tuxedo. They headed towards their destination, a fine restaurant, with the extra dresses and their previous outfits being sent home.

The luxury of the clothing store had ensured impeccable service, making their shopping experience smooth and delightful.

"Oh..." Maris murmured as she stepped out of the carriage.

"She's stunningly beautiful..."

"Is she a noble lady... or perhaps a princess from some country?"

Passersby gasped in admiration as they saw Maris. Even though her face was partially concealed by a veil, her entire presence exuded an aura of elegance. Despite the veil, her beauty was evident, leaving those around her to speculate about her identity.

Lucan couldn't help but imagine the chaos that might have ensued if her face had been fully visible—men proposing marriage on their knees, and possibly even a riot.

"Is something wrong, Lucan-sama?"

Maris's soft voice brought Lucan back to reality. He extended his arm, and she naturally took it, their movements synchronized. They made an impressive pair—Lucan, a marquis by title, and Maris, a saint and a duchess.

"Not at all," Lucan replied, shaking off his thoughts. "Let's head inside."

As they entered the restaurant, they were greeted by the same young waiter they had encountered earlier.

"Welcome...!"

"We have a reservation under the name of Lucan for two."

"Ah, we've been expecting you, Lord Lucan. Please, follow me."

The waiter led them to a table that happened to be the same one Lucan and Julia had dined at previously. Lucan noted this with a slight frown, wondering if their choice of seating might be misinterpreted.

"Shall we sit down?" Lucan asked, pulling out a chair for Maris.

"Yes, please," Maris replied, settling into her seat with grace. Lucan took his place across from her, and they both opened their menus.

"Is there anything specific you'd like to eat, Maris?"

Maris quickly chose her dishes, opting for the same menu Lucan had ordered with Julia.

"I'll have these," she said, pointing to the selections.

"Alright, then I'll order two of these," Lucan confirmed, signaling to the waiter.

"Certainly."

As the waiter departed, Lucan noticed a subtle shift in the waiter's demeanor. It was as if the waiter had noticed something unpleasant.

"Ah..." Lucan murmured, suddenly realizing the potential misunderstanding. The same menu, the same table, with two different women might suggest he was juggling dates. He doesn't like it. If he were to date multiple women, he'd prefer to be open about it, not sneaking around.

Soon, their food arrived, and the delicious aroma filled the air.

"Oh, this is delicious," Maris said, savoring the first bite. "But... the portion seems a bit small."

"Yes, it's very good," Lucan agreed, though he too noticed the serving size.

Maris's brows furrowed slightly, even as she continued to eat. Despite her initial satisfaction, she seemed somewhat disappointed.

"Is something wrong? Is there something you dislike?"

"No... it's just that it's different from what I expected. I wanted this meal to be special, but it's a bit underwhelming," she admitted.

Lucan's eyebrows knitted together in concern, but Maris quickly brightened up, removing her veil to reveal her radiant smile. The effect was immediate—eyes turned toward her, and whispers of admiration filled the room.

"Who is that woman..."

"I've never seen her before, but she's beautiful."

"She looks like a goddess... I want to draw her..."

"She's a saint, don't think unholy thoughts."

Male patrons stared at Maris, some ignoring their dates, others frozen in awe, or furiously sketching her likeness. Maris's beauty was overwhelming, leaving a lasting impression on everyone present.

"Maris, if possible, could you please avoid wearing makeup in public?" Lucan asked.

"Huh? Why?" Maris inquired, puzzled.

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"You attract too much attention," Lucan explained.

"I understand. I'll avoid wearing makeup except when I'm with Lucan-sama," she promised, her smile never wavering.

"Yes, that's all I ask," Lucan said, relieved.

Maris's eyes sparkled with curiosity. "So, does this mean you'll go out with me again?"

"I suppose so?" Lucan replied, a hint of amusement in his voice.

Maris's face lit up with joy.

"By the way, your table manners have improved a lot since I last saw you."

Lucan remarked as he observed Maris handling her knife and fork with grace, almost noiselessly.

"I remember when we first met, you used to eat pie with your hands."

Maris blushed, her cheeks tinged with pink. "Don't bring up the past! It was Lucan-sama who taught me table manners, wasn't it? Of course, I improved!"

"Haha, yes, that's true... it's really nostalgic," Lucan said with a chuckle, savoring the moment.

As they continued their meal, Lucan reflected on how Maris had become a turning part of his life. He had once thought his role was merely to guide her, as she will fall in love with male lead and he would just be father figure but things changed. But one thing is correct that without Maris, Lucan might have ordinary life like his first life.

"This meat dish is delicious too," Lucan commented, relishing each bite.

Maris smiled contentedly. "I'm glad you like it."

They enjoyed their meal, their conversation flowing easily. The restaurant's ambiance and the exquisite dishes made for a memorable evening. As the sun set, Lucan and Maris savored the happiness of the moment. The food, despite the initial disappointment, was delightful, and the company was even better.

After food was dessert, something Lucan like it when he came at here last time and he hope this time it would even better because, they serve dessert randomly everyday, so there was unknown factor which made Lucan even more excited for this desert.

Maris was also quite looking forward for the dessert but she hope that dessert quantity would big, not small like how food was.

Soon the waiter arrived with dessert.