Chapter 35 — The Maiden Voyage to A New City

​Jay looked at Iris, who was just as confused as he was about Lena's modern slang.​「Iris!」​「Well, this I didn't teach her.」 Iris shrugged, secretly amused.​「I see. A'ight, let's get in. ...They all get in... So, everyone good?」​Lisa settled into the oversized chair, marveling at the comfort.​「Yes! And these seats are heavenly!」​「Yah, Were-Rabbit fur can be handy, too. Plus, the Rock Sheep's wool it in shape.」​「Well, anyway, they're really comfy.」Iris insisted.​「Thanks for the honesty. ...Starts the engine... Let's go! ...Then they drove off...」​Iris leaned forward, seeking direction.​「So, where are we going to?」​「It's the journey that counts, not the destination.」 Jay replied mysteriously.​「Huh?」Lisa muttered with annoyance.​Lena, sitting proudly in the "shotgun" seat, exposed his bluff immediately.​「Oh, that's Papa for you. He has no clue.」​「Ay, Princess, that's mean!」​「But it's true! You never know where you want to go!」​「Err... You got a point.」 Jay conceded.​Lisa sighed dramatically.​「Should've known. All he knows is the Capital and Ares.」​「C'mon, guys! Best part of a road trip is not planning a certain route and just go where the wind takes us!」​Lisa provided a concrete suggestion.​「How about the hot spring town of Laker?」​「【Ooooohhhh, hot springs.... I wonder...】 OK. But how long is that trip?」​「Well, it's twelve days.」​「Well then, we'll make it there in seven.」 Jay grinned.​「Oh, that's awesome!」​Iris, however, saw the potential for a quicker journey.​「But you can get us there faster, can't you?」​「True, but sight-seeing is what makes the road trip fun.」​「OK. I'll stop back-seat driving.」​「Thanks for understanding.」
​A Week Later...
​Jay pulled the SUV to a stop outside the mountain town.​「So, this is the place. ...They got out and the SUV went back into the magic circle... Lisa!」​「...Happy... Yes, it is!」​「Good to see you happy. But now then, ...Puts Lena on his shoulders... me and my Princess got shopping to do!」​Lena corrected him with a conspiratorial whisper.​「Err... He means Father-daughter bonding activities.」​「Yes, yes, that's it! So, see y'all later. Bye! ...Then they left...」​Iris crossed her arms, watching the pair walk away.​「...Pouts... I know this might sound petty, but him and Lena makes me want to have a baby of our own.」​Lisa and Liani sighed, completely understanding the sentiment.​「We know how you feel.」​Saalin, the voice of calm, offered a practical solution.​「Err... Let's find a hotel, then a nice café to calm down.」