Tea Party of Fragrant Memories Ch. 9

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(Location: Salonese’s castle)

We finally arrived at Salonese’s castle in a rush.

The castle, surrounded by the vast blue sky, gave off a similar feel of serenity to white mountains. The castle looked different from when I visited last time, which gave off a fantastic aura of the night.

Cain: Ooh, so this is the Witch of Pastries’ castle. Looks fancy.

Rutile: It really looks like it’s built on the sea.

Rutile and Cain who are first time guests were awestruck by the beautiful structure that rises above the isolated island.

Salonese: My, welcome everyone. I’m glad to see all of you doing well.

Akira: It has been a while, Salonese. Thank you for the invitation.

White: Are we behind the schedule?

Salonese: Oh, I thought you were someone else, Master White. Worry not, you are just on time.
Salonese: I’m glad to have new guests as well. Please, make yourself feel at home.

Mitile: Mrs. Salonese, thank you very much!

Salonese: Shino, Mitile, I’ve prepared lots of pastries. You’re welcome to have as many as you like.

Shino: I didn’t get to eat everything last time, but today I will prevail.

White: Speaking of which, is Snow here yet?

Salonese: Yes. Master Snow and his friend are already inside.

White: Master Snow, and his friend?

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(Location: Salonese’s garden)

Murr: Ah, Master Sage! Over here, over here!

Akira: Murr! I see you came here with Snow.

Murr: The party, and things beside the party also sounded interesting! Like the upside down things.

Akira: Upside down?

Salonese: Perhaps you are talking about this tarte tatin? It’s a pastry made by turning a pie upside down. I shall cut them for you right away.

Akira: Wow, it looks really tasty! Murr, it’s freshly baked!

Murr: See, Master Sage? Upside down is awesome!

The garden that is also the venue for the party, is an open view that makes the blue sky and blue sea look radiant.

On the meticulously tended lawn, stands the rose arch. On the table are eye-catching tarts and cakes so gorgeous, so shiny.

Like a fancy tea party in a European picture book.

Mitile: Mm… Which one should I eat first? The fruit sandwich looks appetizing, and this tart too….
Mitile: Hm? What’s this flower?

Mitile: ...Whoa, amazing! It turns to a muffin when I touch it! Oh, right, this pastry, I think….

Shino: Heath will like it.

Mitile: Riquet will like it!

Shino and Mitile: Huh?

Mitile: Mr. Shino, you’re looking for presents for Heathcliff, right?

Shino: I thought of just bringing all of them home, but Heath doesn’t eat that much; he eats even less than I do. So I’ll just bring the ones he’ll like.
Shino: And you’re looking for Riquet’s?

Mitile: Yes. 

Shino: You should pick that lemon pie for him.

Mitile: Eh?

Shino: A while back, I shared some with him and he said it was delicious. I’m sure he likes it.

Mitile: Mr. Shino… Thank you very much. I want to try the lemon pie too!

Shino: Alright, come with me. I want to have one more bite as well.

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White: Snow, seems I have made you wait.

As everyone was enjoying the sweet treats, White stood before Snow with a wide smile on his face.

Snow: White, dear, I have been waiting. How is your plan going?

White: Well, it’s all set! I shall reveal it right away.
White: Now, Snow and Salonese, please take your seat.

Snow: Oh, shall we have a seat then?

Salonese: My oh my, what do we have here?

The young wizards gathered around as planned. Everyone was giddy, like a group of kids planning a prank.

White stood before Snow and Salonese, and began to earnestly thank his guests like an orchestra conductor.

White: I feel nothing but gratitude for your invitation, Salonese. And to our dear, precious Snow.
White: I offer you my sincerest gratitude, and will now invite you to a special tea party.
White: It is now time for the main event. ≪ Noscomnia ≫ !

The glass tea cups on the table slowly began to float.

At the same time, a teapot came dancing its way down from high up in the air.

The wizards lining behind White gave each other a wink.

Mitile: Everyone! Ready, set… ≪ Ortonik Cealsispilce ≫ !

Shino: ≪ Matztzah Sudipas ≫ !

Cain: ≪ Gladius Procella ≫ !

Rutile: ≪ Ortonik Sutomaoge ≫ !

Starting with Mitile’s call, everyone began to cast their spells all at once. 

A number of colorful flower petals rained from the sky and vividly decorated the garden.

Snow, Salonese, and I all looked up at the sky, enchanted. The other wizards smiled proudly at our reaction.

White: And this is the final touch!

As White snapped his finger, the teapot stopped moving instantly. He then bowed, like a performer who finished his show.

Amidst the rain of flower petals, the brick-colored tea is poured into the teacups floating in the air.

The fresh scent overflowed at once, and I felt like I was in a flower garden and an orchard.

Snow: Oh, what a nice fragrance.

Eventually, the teacup landed on the table, steaming. After inhaling the scent, Snow and Salonese slowly had a taste.

 

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