After leaving Fern, Fíliya soon arrived at the tavern Frieren had entered earlier.
She stood at the tavern entrance and glanced around casually, immediately locking onto her target. After all, her features were quite distinct; a white-haired elf with twintails is a very rare sight.
Seeing the girl sitting in the corner, lost in thought, Fíliya immediately went to her side and spoke in a flippant tone.
"My fair lady, would you do me the honor of marrying me?"
After Fíliya's teasing question, Frieren was clearly stunned for a moment before a look of disgust immediately appeared on her face.
"I'll kill you, you know?"
The white-haired, twin-tailed elf said.
"Eh? Frieren, that's too cruel. A beating should be more than enough for something like this, don't you think?"
Fíliya took two steps back with a look of mock terror.
Frieren then petulantly pouted and turned her face away.
"Because I've finished talking with Fern. After giving her a little guidance, she immediately rushed out the door… I don't intend to get too involved in the affairs of young people, so I came to keep you company, didn't I?"
As Fíliya spoke, she reached out a finger and poked Frieren's puffed-out cheek.
"Tch… Just a brat, acting all mature in front of me."
Frieren looked disdainful but still turned her face back, giving Fíliya a glare that signaled her to stop poking!
"Hmph, that's where you're wrong, Frieren. Whether a person is mature can't be judged by age alone; you have to consider their thoughts and experiences. Unlike some people who would still be a brat even if they lived another thousand years."
"Oh? So you think your [experience] can surpass mine?"
Frieren instantly looked indignant, which was only natural. After all, with the age difference between her and Miss Fíliya, she could proudly say, [I've eaten more salt than you've eaten rice.]
"I wouldn't dare. After all, isn't your pale hair color proof of your experience?"
Fíliya pouted and chuckled.
"It's natural! It's not white because I'm old!"
Seeing Fíliya's infuriating expression, Frieren immediately grabbed her two pigtails and retorted, her face flushed red. Her words perfectly demonstrated the contradictory nature of Frieren.
This adorable display of being eager to prove she was old and mature, yet also eager to prove she wasn't old, brought Miss Fíliya immense amusement.
"Yes, yes, I get it. Frieren is so amazing."
As Fíliya spoke, she actually reached out and, while Frieren was distracted, gave her a pat on the head.
"...I really should kill you after all."
An icy chill erupted from Frieren. She instantly manifested her staff with mana and pointed its tip directly at Miss Fíliya.
"Oh my? Fighting here isn't a good idea... It would be bad for business. A kind elf like Frieren wouldn't do something like that, would she?"
Fíliya had no intention of defending herself and continued her verbal assault.
"Tsk."
As expected, Frieren sighed helplessly and retracted her staff.
Seeing Frieren slump dejectedly back into her seat, Miss Fíliya could only try to start a new topic. The glass of juice in front of Frieren clearly gave her an idea.
"...Hmm, drinking juice, I see. Well, alcohol really doesn't suit elves, after all."
That teasing smile reappeared on Fíliya's face. She had already figured out how to get this elf to submit.
"Don't look down on me... I-I can drink alcohol too, of course."
Frieren immediately replied, widening her eyes to add conviction to her words.
"Oh? Is that so?"
"O-Of course. I'm a mature big sister, after all."
Frieren nodded quickly.
Seeing this, Fíliya immediately stood up and shouted towards the bar.
"Bartender, bring us 50 bottles of your strongest liquor!"
Fíliya's words instantly drew the attention of everyone in the tavern.
"Whose kid is that?"
"Hey, little girl, you should go home. This is no place for you."
A few mocking voices reached Fíliya's ears, and the bartender at the counter also had an amused expression.
So, Fíliya pulled out ten silver coins from her pocket. For a small tavern like this, that was clearly more than enough.
She used magic to make the silver coins land on the countertop, then shouted.
"Just bring it, cut the chatter... And you lot, what are you looking at? Keep staring and I'll smash your heads in!"
Fíliya yelled threateningly. In a place like a tavern, acting a bit rough clearly had an excellent effect.
Seeing her tough attitude and her display of magic, the busybodies all turned their heads back and began to pretend nothing had happened, striking up conversations with their companions.
"Uh..."
Watching Fíliya's series of actions, Frieren felt immense pressure. It was true she could drink, but she never imagined this Fíliya person would order 50 bottles at once.
What's the plan? Even if Heiter were here, he couldn't finish this much alcohol.
Frieren was a little scared, but for the sake of her [mature] dignity, she didn't say anything.
Soon, a small mountain of liquor was piled up beside the two of them. The tavern owner also thoughtfully brought over two large mugs and placed them in front of Fíliya and Frieren.
"Please, Lady Frieren, it's time to show off your tolerance for alcohol."
Fíliya said with a light laugh.
"...Fern will be very angry."
Frieren lowered her head and guiltily fidgeted with her fingers.
"It's fine. I happen to know a magic that can clear the smell of alcohol and sober you up. I guarantee Miss Fern won't notice a thing. Of course, you have to drink all this first."
So, Frieren subconsciously swallowed and slowly raised the mug in front of her.
After downing a large mug of beer, Frieren immediately covered her mouth to keep from gagging, while also shooting Fíliya a pleading look.
"What are you doing? At this rate, when will we finish 50 bottles? But it's not very polite to just make you drink, so I'll join you."
As Fíliya spoke, she also raised her mug. But before drinking, she still took a good look at this strange beverage that has captivated countless souls.
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