Chapter 17: Ultradimensional Roulette Wonder Hen (Jiji) - Part 2
Over about 20 minutes or so, Tiss and I assist Jiji in building her nest. We carried over the sticks and handed them to her in turn as she carefully placed and secured each stick to create a sturdy structure.
[Tiss] "This is kind of fun. Strange to be doing in such a dangerous labyrinth, but... I’m having a lot of fun."
[Wade?] "When we get out of here, I think I’ll raise some chickens."
[Tiss] "When we’re out of here, I’ll help you raise those chickens."
[Wade?] "Promise?"
[Tiss] "Promise."
I share a look with Tiss. It’s one of happiness, satisfaction, and hope. I regret looking at her with such lecherous eyes before. Because right now, I feel like I get to see something unique. There’s a brightness whenever Tiss smiles from the heart. She enjoys simple acts like helping to build a nest or the thought of raising chickens. She’s a noble woman, so I don’t know if she often gets to enjoy simpler pleasures. That must be why she was so excited for her trip to the lake.
I think I want to protect that smile of hers.
Jiji eventually finishes with the construction of her nest, choosing to immediately settle down in the center, fluff up her feathers, and settle in for some sleep.
[Tiss] "I think Jiji has the right idea. It feels like it’s been just way too long since I’ve gotten to sleep."
[Wade?] "I hear ya. Time is all wibbly wobbly in this place. I don’t like it. Let’s get some rest."