An Encounter with Zoro, Surrounded

Inside the tavern.

Makino's fair, pretty face was slightly flushed at that moment.

"Um, I..."

Makino opened her mouth, wanting to say something.

Yet she found herself unable to get any words out.

She wanted to refuse.

Because Foosha Village...

She had lived here since she was little.

To her, this was the hometown where she had been born and raised.

In truth, she did not want to leave her hometown.

But she also longed for the sea.

Makino was deeply fascinated by it as well.

For some reason, she wanted to sail upon the sea too.

To experience the local customs and culture of every island.

It was a very unusual feeling.

It was a thought Makino had buried in the deepest part of her heart.

Yet that thought frightened Makino herself a little.

Because it was clearly somewhat rash.

But at that moment, Roya said to Makino, "Don't you want to try brewing the specialties of different islands into fine wine in your own way?"

Then Roya said, "Don't worry. As White Dove Roya, I can guarantee your safety as long as you sail with me!"

Hearing Roya's words, Makino felt her heart race faster than ever before.

Makino covered her chest.

She lowered her head.

Her face was entirely flushed.

She looked just like a shy young girl.

Though Makino truly was a young girl.

A girl who had been single since birth.

Invited by the handsome Roya.

More importantly, there was the gentle smile at the corner of White Dove Roya's lips.

It made Makino feel as though her heart...

Was endlessly stirred.

This feeling...

Was like countless little deer crashing wildly about in her heart.

"Um, all right. I accept, but I need to pack up first."

"Sure, no problem. We can put these wine