"Oh, I think I get it."

Lu blinked slightly after hearing my words, paused to think, then nodded and said,

"Amelia, you mean we shouldn’t underestimate anyone or any race, right? Not even kobolds."

"Pretty much," I replied with a smile after considering her words. "But kobolds... well, at most, we can just treat them as ordinary warriors."

"Alright, we’ve been at this for so long—it’s time to rest properly. Lu, let’s go take a bath and relax."

I slowly stood up from the sofa as I spoke to her.

"A bath? Great!"

Lu’s face lit up with excitement the moment she heard those words.

"It’s been ages since we bathed together, Amelia! Can we do it today?"

"Huh? Bathe together?"

I raised my eyebrows, surprised—I’d planned for Lu to soak alone to unwind, never considering joining her.

But seeing her hopeful eyes, I couldn’t refuse outright.

Hmm... it should be fine, right? I’ve adapted well enough by now; bathing with Lu won’t be a problem... yeah, it’ll be okay.

"Alright, we’ll bathe together today."

After a moment’s thought, I smiled faintly at her.

"Yay!"

Lu jumped excitedly on the spot, beaming with joy.

She then eagerly urged me along. I chuckled helplessly, used my flames to dry our newly bought and machine-washed clothes, grabbed our change of outfits, and headed to the bathroom to prepare the tub.

Soaking in hot water is the ultimate relaxation—immersing your whole body in that blissful warmth feels utterly soothing. I adore it.

"Alright, the hot water’s ready."

After filling the large tub, I called to Lu, who’d been waiting impatiently nearby.

"Hooray! Bath time!"

Lu stripped off her clothes instantly and leaped into the tub, splashing water that soaked my shirt.

"Lu, I haven’t even undressed yet! And don’t jump in so roughly."

I glanced at my wet clothes, pouted slightly, and gently scolded her.

"Ugh~ But Amelia, you were washing that shirt anyway, so what’s the harm... Okay, okay! I’ll be careful next time. Sorry, Amelia."

Naked and comfortable in the bath, Lu grinned brightly at me—then quickly amended her words when she saw my expression.