The Beloved Baby Deer of the Hwangryong Family - Chapter 51

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‘I thought he would naturally refuse.’

 

Perplexed, Seo-yu rolled her eyes and looked at the twins.

 

Yi-ryeong already looked swayed.

 

“Oh, then that would be fine, wouldn’t it? Brother Eun-ho knows the Dragon Palace better than we do.”

 

“Hey, Hwang Yi-ryeong. We agreed to take Seo-yu with us.”

 

“Right? That’s a bit awkward, isn’t it? I was thinking it didn’t seem right either.”

 

When Li-gon looked exasperated, Yi-ryeong came to her senses with a guilty start and cleared her throat. However, Se-mi didn’t stay quiet.

 

“Hwang Yi-ryeong is a coward. Did you think we wouldn’t notice you trying to run away because you’re afraid of losing?”

 

“Ha! You think Lady Yi-ryeong would be scared of the likes of you?”

 

Yi-ryeong immediately fell for Se-mi’s provocation. Seo-yu easily read Yi-ryeong’s feelings.

 

‘Sister wants to spar too, I suppose.’

 

It made sense since Yi-ryeong liked swords much more than books. Li-gon actually preferred physical activities too.

 

Both of them had been spending less time at the training ground lately because they were playing with Seo-yu, so they must have been itching for action even more.

 

“Sister, Brother. I’m fine. I’ll go to the marketplace with the young master, so please train with the sisters from the Azure Dragon family.”

 

“Then shall we do that?”

 

“If Seo-yu is okay with it…”

 

Yi-ryeong brightened up, and Li-gon also showed subtle excitement. The twins immediately became animated and started chattering.

 

“I don’t know why they keep challenging us when they’re no match anyway. Right, Yi-ryeong?”

 

“Exactly. Kids who can’t even beat Li-gon, how could they possibly beat me, Lady Hwang Yi-ryeong?”

 

“…You are on my side right now, aren’t you?”

 

“We’ve had special training too. We won’t be easily pushed back this time, so don’t let your guard down!”

 

Seeing the two households growling at each other so enthusiastically, it seemed like not interfering was indeed the right choice.

 

“Then I’ll excuse myself. Please take care of me, young master.”

 

In the end, Seo-yu had no choice but to follow Eun-ho out.

 

* * *

 

At first, she had set out on the outing feeling extremely tense, but once they actually arrived at the marketplace, her eyes widened in wonder.

 

“Wow, are those all coral?”

 

“That’s right.”

 

The shops and stalls built from colorful coral caught Seo-yu’s attention. There were also unique buildings made from giant seashells.

 

“I had no idea there would be such a wonderful market underwater.”

 

“This is the most active marketplace in the Dragon Palace. It’s full of sights you can’t see on land.”

 

“Really!”

 

Seo-yu nodded her head vigorously.

 

Indeed, everything she saw was fascinating.

 

Seaweed rising tall like trees swaying in the currents, and small fish dancing around them in circles – these were scenes she could never see on land.

 

Every time she turned her head, everything was a sight she’d never seen before, and as she kept exclaiming in wonder, her uncomfortable feelings had disappeared without her noticing.

 

Excitedly looking around here and there, Seo-yu pointed at a stall.

 

“Eun-ho, there are shrimp skewers over there.”

 

Before coming to the Dragon Palace, she had earnestly pondered with the twins about what food to eat when they went to Dragon Moon Night.

 

At that time, the food Yi-ryeong strongly insisted they absolutely must eat was shrimp skewers.

 

“Ah, yes. Shrimp skewers then.”

 

Eun-ho replied indifferently. Shrimp that he saw every day couldn’t be particularly welcome.

 

“I’ll buy them for you!”

 

“…Pardon?”

 

“Sister Yi-ryeong said shrimp skewers are the most delicious food in the Dragon Palace.”

 

Seo-yu promptly pulled out the money pouch she had carefully treasured in her bosom. It was money she had steadily saved while helping with medical room work.

 

‘I didn’t expect him to even give me money…’

 

Hwang Hyeon-rang, who had saved her life, not only provided her with a place to stay and an opportunity to become a physician, but also diligently took care of her wages.

 

Though she had firmly refused out of guilt, Hwang Hyeon-rang was stubborn.

 

‘Seo-yu, this is rightful compensation for your work, so you must accept it.’

 

‘But… I have nothing to give in return, so I feel too guilty just receiving.’

 

‘Then how about thinking of this as learning too? How you spend money is more important than earning it.’

 

‘How to spend it?’

 

‘Even with the same money, some people spend it on themselves, while others use it to give to others. I hope Seo-yu will learn through direct experience.’

 

Seo-yu now seemed to understand what Hwang Hyeon-rang’s words had meant.

 

‘He must have given it to me to use at times like this!’

 

Eun-ho was a grateful person who had taken on the guide role despite it being bothersome, so she had to show her appreciation.

 

“Please wait here, I’ll quickly go buy some!”

 

“Wait!”

 

Eun-ho, who had been calm throughout, raised his voice for the first time. He approached with quick steps and stood blocking Seo-yu’s path.

 

When she looked up in surprise, Eun-ho swallowed a sigh and spoke with a serious expression.

 

“First of all, shrimp skewers are not the most delicious food in the Dragon Palace.”

 

“What? But Sister Yi-ryeong said…”

 

“That’s just the taste preference of an outsider who hasn’t tried many Dragon Palace foods.”

 

Eun-ho cut off her words decisively and pointed to other food at one side of the food stall.

 

“If you absolutely must eat snacks on this street, you should eat those kelp-wrapped scallop rolls.”

 

Then, before she could even stop him, he strode over to the food stall and bought two skewers.

 

One was the shrimp skewer Yi-ryeong had mentioned, and the other was a dish made by wrapping green kelp around round scallops.

 

Eun-ho held both out to Seo-yu.

 

“Please try them.”

 

“Aren’t you going to eat any, Young Master?”

 

“I eat them every day, so it’s fine.”

 

“Still…”

 

She felt very sorry to eat alone, but when she tried to refuse again, irritation began to show around Eun-ho’s eyes.

 

Seo-yu quickly accepted the skewers.

 

“Thank you, Young Master. I’ll enjoy them.”

 

And she first took a bite of the shrimp skewer.

 

“It’s delicious!”

 

The firm shrimp grilled with a sprinkle of salt tasted absolutely wonderful. The crispy shell was savory, and the salty flavor was exquisite.

 

However, Eun-ho was only staring at the Kelp-Wrapped Scallop Roll as if urging her to try the next item quickly.

 

Seo-yu, who almost smiled at his slightly impatient appearance, suppressed her laughter and brought the next skewer to her mouth.

 

“Mmm!”

 

When you eat truly delicious food, sometimes an exclamation comes out first rather than words. This was one of those times.

 

The combination of salty kelp and chewy scallop was truly so wonderful that words couldn’t fully express it.

 

The more she chewed the bouncy scallop, the more sweetness seeped out, and with the kelp on the outside wrapping that sweetness, it felt like she could eat several more.

 

“Young Master, this is really delicious. Much better than the shrimp skewer!”

 

“I told you so.”

 

Hmph, she really doesn’t know anything.

 

Eun-ho snorted inwardly.

 

Actually, Eun-ho didn’t particularly want to guide Seo-yu around the marketplace either.

 

Nevertheless, there was only one reason he stepped forward.

 

‘I need to make her realize who is the more suitable disciple for Master Hyeon-ya.’

 

It was to show reality to a child who was like a frog in a well.

 

Naturally, he had no intention whatsoever of letting her taste snacks.

 

‘To think that mere shrimp skewers are the most delicious food in the Dragon Palace. I can’t tolerate that.’

 

The pride of a Dragon Palace resident wouldn’t allow it, so he had no choice.

 

Though he had unintentionally gotten sidetracked for a moment, Eun-ho soon led Seo-yu to the Dragon Palace’s medicinal herb shop.

 

“This is a shop that sells medicinal herbs found only in the sea.”

 

“It’s a medicinal herb shop!”

 

Seo-yu’s eyes sparkled. Eun-ho pointed to the display counter and asked.

 

“Do you know what this is?”

 

“It’s sea mustard! I’ve never seen sea mustard this fresh before!”

 

Well, she at least knows the basics since she’s Master Hyeon-ya’s disciple.

 

Eun-ho considered it natural and asked about several more items in succession.

 

“That’s jinuari! I learned that it’s very good to eat when you have stomach problems.”

 

“This is rhubarb, right? I’ve seen many people with constipation get great results from taking this.”

 

However, Seo-yu smoothly provided answers each time without hesitation.

 

Even more so…

 

“Oh, there’s Five Enemy Bone too. Such fine powder! You must use a good sieve.”

 

She correctly identified what medicinal material it was just by looking at the white powder.

 

‘No way, how does she know all of that?’

 

At this rate, the test would be meaningless. Growing anxious, Eun-ho looked for the shop owner.

 

“Shop Owner, may we take a look inside?”

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