Fricle's Intimacy story

Ugh. This unique sweet scent. No matter how much I smell it, I can't get used to the scents of the surface

Well... Outside the Sprite Kingdom, you can breath in clean air. The scent of pollution lingers somewhat though.

Hmm... Well. I've tried a few times, but... it gives me goosebumps...

Of course I can! Let me just complain a bit!

Just because I became a worshipper of the Order, don't assume I'll be praising your every word.

Hmph, the repertoire of lies that those trying to dominate others always use.

The High Priestess of the Order? That seemingly insignificant fellow?Is she hiding her strength?

What, what's this all of a sudden! Turns out you're a tough one despite appearances? Maybe there IS some worth in following after all...

How do you even tolerate the other folks?I feel like my stomach's going to explode whenever they cause a ruckus over nothing

Is time the only answer? That's not the solution I was hoping for.

Huh? I can hit them? Wish I'd known earlier, I'd have smacked them hard!

So if I try hard enough... can I really understand why they'd set a house ablaze just because the cake doesn't have jam filling?

Not particularly charismatic, and looks pretty ordinary... How is that possible??

Why? Feeling guilty? You're quite cute.

It could be, or it could not be. Still fits the description I mentioned.

Are you trying to say that the heart is what matters? Boring words, like this, are tiresome.

Sometimes I envy the Dragons, with their neatly organized hierarchy. Witches should be like that too.

Seems better. A direct challenge is better than plotting behind someone's back.

They're just... somewhat dull neighbors underground. No need to bother them.

Wha-what?! Are you mocking Bellita right now? Unacceptable!

Elementals are quite peculiar, aren't they? What's even their raison d'être?

Don't try to dodge difficult subjects with false logic.

Is it the will of the Yggdrasil? It's full of incomprehensible phenomena.

You've really become dull. Then can you explain what phantoms and dragons, the relatives of elementals, are supposed to do?

If Elias can be unified under the name of the Order, it might be a heading in a decent direction...

Would that be possible? It's about acknowledging the Order, it doesn't matter who becomes the Master.

Depends on what conflict. Small ones can be stepping stones for good experiences,but the larger, the harder it is to handle the consequences.

Order Membership fee? Don't just make things up! ...Wait, are you serious?

Uh, isn't there somewhere quieter? Sometimes I just want to enjoy my food in peace.

There's really such an area? Huh? This is just a cleaning tool cabinet!

That's my business to handle! Do you suggest I make friends with just anyone passing by?

Oh? It's quiet and nice.It's great that the one always standing in front of me and lecturing is now pouting and not making any noise.

Wouldn't it be right for the stronger and more capable ones to rise to higher positions?

... Right you- I was talking about you, but you completely misunderstood. Or, maybe you're just mentally strong.

Hmm, I see. Depending on the perspective, money can also be considered power. That's an interesting system.

Ah, is that all you can say? How disappointing, like reading a textbook.

Don't you think the folks from the surface are too reckless to worship Yggdrasil?

No, perhaps it's about empowering the strong to govern the irresponsible.

Yeah, beings from other worlds lack respect for Yggdrasil! You're on thin ice too, Master.

Merely existing as they are isn't enough.The werebeasts don't really have what you'd call culture, do they?

I had an apprentice, you see, but someone took them from me. Quite underhanded, don't you think?

I don't blame my apprentice... I blame the one who took her from me. I hate them so much.

I'm pretty sure I treated them fine. Even the lashings came from a place of care.

To the one who took her from me? I'd tell them to do a better job keeping the Banquet Hall clean.

I'll never understand why witches start insurgencies they clearly can't win.

Either way, they'll never get anywhere... not with me standing in the way.

There hasn't been a single successful one since Queen Belita came to power. Sometimes, you just have to know when to quit...

Controlling them with food feels a bit... primitive. But hey, looks like it works.

The fried carrots taste a little gritty. How are you cooking them?

Maybe it's just me? I have been pretty stressed lately.

Do a better job managing your ingredients! It's the basics of food prep!

She's also working here? You're really something else...

Being the top witch isn't the only lonely role. A skilled second-in-command deals with that solitude as well.

Make it a warm one? All this rivalry is giving me chills...

Maybe someday. But for now, I'm content in Belita's shadow.

Excluding myself and Lady Belita, the rest are roughly equals, so they're all third-in-command, I guess.

I often wonder if we're really that similar to the sprites.

Inside, the sprites are probably made up of sugar... What about us, though?

Please recognize the difference between childish pranks and reasonable complaints. Thank you.

Hmm, so it doesn't really matter how you were born, right? That makes sense.

Witches are expert schemers, so doesn't it scare you when we show up at the Banquet Hall?

That's a bold statement. Let's see how long that courage holds up.

Have you given up on everything? Try to perk up a bit. It's no fun crushing someone who's already down.

Hehe, it's normal to fear me. You'd better not let your guard down.

What are these things on the Banquet Hall menu? Do they help you stay healthy?

You do have a variety of options, but it's way too carb-heavy. Eating healthy is important!

You've spent too much time in the Sprite Kingdom. You're starting to talk just like them. Don't say I didn't warn you.

I'm eating it, aren't I? I can still speak my mind about my preferences, though, can't I? Sheesh.

...There are times when I just want to relax and take a break from everything.

That's kind of you. I'd be even more grateful if you'd wake me up right away when someone comes looking for me from the Witch Kingdom?

I'm not a ruler, just her hands and feet. Even hands and feet need a break sometimes, you know?

I've been doing that whenever I get a chance, but they just keep popping up. Witches are tough to control.

Do sweets really give you energy? You sure?

But they say that sugar is essential for the brain, and no one puts theirs to work more than we witches.

Thanks for the advice. Sometimes I crave sweets, but I never have a good reason.

So, sprites are burning through a thousand years of energy reserves? Hold on... does that include our queen, too?

Do you have potato chips here? I consider them a healthy and satisfying meal.

They're fine as snacks, though. Freshly fried potato chips aren't bad once in a while, right?

Huh? You're making me some? That's pretty, pretty cool of you!

That's quite thoughtful of you... Wait, but you have fried carrots!