Reincarnated With A Glitched System: Why Is My MP Not Running Out? Chapter 2027: Enjoying A Seafood Barbeque With Everyone

A brief, intimate interlude later, we rejoined the others. When questioned by our parents about our absence, we offered a simple explanation: we had been foraging for food. We presented a basket brimming with fruits and vegetables gathered from the dense jungle.

Fortunately, Celeste kept our secret. A later conversation with her revealed how flustered she had become, blushing intensely and unable to process what she had witnessed. I had expected her to be more composed, but she reacted like a demure maiden encountering something scandalously improper.

To be entirely honest, I too felt a profound sense of mortification whenever the memory surfaced. However, the deed was done, and there was no turning back the clock.

"My, that looks absolutely delectable!"

Lara stood adjacent to me, observing with keen interest as I prepared our meal. Gigantic portions of the monstrous, eel-like creatures were being expertly grilled over a substantial fire pit.

I lavished them with a generous coating of herbs, salt, and the vibrant juice of local fruits. The resulting aroma was utterly tantalizing.

Alongside the eel, I also attended to the colossal tentacles of the kraken, which were cooking nearby.

"I’m famished. How much longer until it’s ready?"

Mist approached, settling her head comfortably on my shoulder.

"It's nearly done. Perhaps you could check on what everyone else is preparing? Have our parents finished yet?" I inquired, bestowing a gentle kiss upon her lovely forehead.

"But I desire what you've prepared, Sylphy. Your cooking has always been my favorite," she confessed with an irresistibly sweet smile.

"Oh, is that so?" I responded warmly. "Very well, it's almost ready."

Swiftly utilizing Scarlet as a makeshift blade, I began to portion the massive, already-grilled segments of the monstrous eel.

The meat yielded a beautiful, pearly white interior and emitted an incredibly appetizing scent, still radiating heat and steam.

I arranged a substantial portion onto a broad wooden platter, expertly carving it into generous triangular servings, much like a colossal celebratory cake.

"There we are."

I presented her with a sizable helping on a pristine white plate, complemented by roasted potatoes, fluffy white rice, and an assortment of delectable sauces.

"Ooooh!"

Mist settled down and, with fork and knife in hand, commenced devouring the food with evident relish, taking large bites one after another.

"This is divine!"

Her four eyes sparkled with pure joy as she ate, her wide, horizontal mouth releasing adorable sounds of contentment while she happily crunched, even consuming the bones.

"Is it ready yet?!" Ruby called out.

"I want some too!" Lara chimed in.

"I'm starving!" Celica exclaimed.

"Me as well...!" my brother agreed heartily.

"Heh, alright, settle down," I chuckled, nodding.

I proceeded to serve a generous portion of the eel meat to each of them until the entire serving was depleted. And this was merely the prelude to the feast.

Not long after, Mom and Dad meticulously arranged three full wooden tables laden with an abundant array of dishes.

Shortly thereafter, Aquarina’s parents arrived and replicated the impressive display.

As requested, Yggdra also brought forth the Arboren, so Selene and Ivy joined our gathering, accompanied by well over a hundred others.

The sheer volume of food was astounding, creating the perfect atmosphere for everyone to partake in this magnificent beachside barbecue together.

"Wow, this is simply magnificent!" Ivy rapturously declared while savoring a succulent, giant mollusk. "The meat is incredibly tender, piping hot, and the sweet sauce is utterly sublime!"

"Indeed, it's beyond compare!" Selene concurred, enjoying a substantial piece of white octopus meat adorned with a zesty citrus sauce, nestled amongst roasted tomatoes and potatoes. "Hmm! Nom, nom!"

"Incredible!"

"Amazing!"

"Goodness, so much food!"

"It's been ages since I last had seafood!"

"Does this mean we now have an entire ocean teeming with edible delights?"

"Th-This is truly miraculous!"

"The benevolence of our divine mothers knows no bounds!"

"All praise to our cherished queens, Yggdra and Sylphy!"

"And let us also laud the tiny miracle, Andromeda! A precious child born from their profound love!"

Listening to the Arboren's celebratory pronouncements, I felt a slight blush creep onto my cheeks. Their words painted a picture as if Yggdra and I were a married couple, with Andromeda as our offspring.

However, I chose to overlook it, offering a lighthearted laugh. Fortunately, no one seemed to take their fanciful claims seriously, not even Aquarina.

"Andromeda, dear, are you enjoying your meal?"

Yggdra sat beside me, holding the infant Andromeda. I couldn't resist bringing the adorable baby along.

The little one moved her delicate blue fingers, grasping a tiny morsel of warm fish and popping it into her miniature mouth.

It was slightly too hot, and she emitted soft sounds, as if her tongue were stinging.

"It's alright, my darling. You are strong. That doesn't truly hurt; it's merely a novel sensation."

Little Andromeda then gazed up at me with her large, luminous eyes, tilting her head curiously.

I found it nearly impossible to resist showering her adorable face with kisses.

"What troubles you, sweetie?"

She extended her tiny hands towards me, as if yearning to be held closer.

"Ah, she likely wishes to sit on your lap... but it's perfectly fine, Master. If you feel indisposed..."

Yggdra hesitated, not wanting to impose, but I quickly gestured my assent.

"Of course. Come here, little one."

With my arms outstretched, Yggdra offered a warm smile, evidently pleased that I had agreed to care for the child, even with my reservations about being labeled Andromeda’s mother.

Andromeda, nestled on my lap, beamed with delight, her cute smile infectious. I seized the moment, showering her chubby cheeks and forehead with kisses. She was, without a doubt, the most precious baby I had ever encountered.

"Aw, are you happy, sweetie? Who’s the cutest girl in the world? Who’s the most adorable baby?"

She seemed utterly thrilled, lifting her tiny hands to caress my face while emitting adorable giggles.

Then, her little lips reached out, bestowing a gentle kiss upon my chin.

"Awww, she loves you!" Yggdra exclaimed, clutching her chest, visibly touched.

"Heheh, is that so?" I chuckled. Scooping her up, Andromeda began nuzzling my face and pressing kisses against me.

Her affection poured out, mirroring the gestures of the adults around her.

"Alright, that’s enough, little one. It’s time for you to eat too," I announced, offering her another piece of fish.

"Hm!" she responded obediently, beginning to eat with charming composure. "Ah, ah!" she chirped when the food was a bit too warm, sticking out her tiny tongue.

"It’s okay. It’s not that hot," I reassured her with a laugh.

Ultimately, she consumed a generous portion of the fish. Afterward, she resumed her affectionate nuzzling against my face and then my chest.

"Hmm..."

She rubbed so insistently against my chest that my bikini shifted, and then…

"W-Wait…!"

She began latching onto my breast, attempting to nurse. The sensation was remarkably different from when Aquarina did the same.

"There’s no milk here…!"

I swiftly pulled her away. Fortunately, everyone else was occupied, none having witnessed the rather embarrassing incident.

"I’m sorry…" Yggdra apologized. "She must be thirsty for milk. I’ll breastfeed her now, Sylphy."

Honestly, that brief moment was quite startling!

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