"Now... lastly, shall we try adding sugar?"
"Sugar?"
"Yes. When sugar is added to coffee, the taste changes dramatically. This might be your favorite."
Saying this, I add sugar to Aristy's coffee.
Aristy stirs with a spoon.
Then brings it to her mouth.
"...!!?"
Aristy shows a clearly different reaction than before.
"Wh-what is this!!! H-how can it be so delicious...!!?"
"Seems you like it."
"Of course...! Is there anyone who wouldn't like this!?"
"You're exaggerating. Well, I admit it's delicious."
I also dissolve sugar and start drinking.
Ahh... this is it.
Milk's sweetness and sugar's sweetness.
Different sweetnesses delight the tongue and provide pleasant sugar to the brain.
It's indispensable for work and essential for slow life too.
Then, Aristy says:
"I'm defeated. I might become a coffee captive. However... isn't it surely a luxury item?"
"Well, I have enough to last a while, so please drink as you like?"
"I can drink freely!? Such a masterpiece as this!?"
"As I said, it's a common drink. When it runs out, I just need to go replenish the ingredients."
Apparently there are places in the Liznis Kingdom where coffee trees grow.
I can replenish by finding those or buying if sold nearby.
So there's no need to conserve.
Then Aristy asks as if confirming:
"I can really drink freely? I won't hold back regarding this?"
Fufu.
She really likes it.
I answer while smiling wryly:
"Yes. Well, drinking too much isn't good, so please limit to 2-3 cups per day. Don't add too much milk or sugar either."
"Understood. Of course I'll maintain moderation."
Afterward, while having refills, I teach Aristy how to make coffee.
Then she's shocked.
"It can be made this easily!? Just pour hot water!?"
"That's right. Well, making coffee beans is troublesome, but with alchemy magic, coffee bean production is instant, and we can easily secure enough for two people."
"I see... as expected, Lady's alchemy magic is first-rate. I admire you anew."
"I'm troubled being admired just for making coffee."
I smile wryly.
And enjoy my second coffee of the day.