Tensei Shite Inaka de Slowlife wo Okuritai - Chapter 558

Sleeping Sheep Pillow

"Now that we understand your sleeping environment, let's select the materials to create the pillow you both desire."

　I regained my composure and moved forward with Name, and came to a stand where several types of fabric were displayed.

"We carry eight carefully selected ingredients."

　Tory's company and other city bedding stores only have about three types at most.

　As expected from a high-end bedding store in the royal capital, it was definitely worth the effort.

"Pillow material is a matter of personal preference, so please tell us which one you like best when you touch it."

"Understood!"

"got it"

　As instructed by Name, we touch the fabrics that are lined up in order.

　There is a wide variety, from hard, crunchy ones like buckwheat husks to soft ones made with feathers.

"How soft do you like it, Ra-chan?"

"this!"

　When I touched the thing Ra-chan had tapped, it felt very soft and pleasant to the touch.

"These feathers are from the White Hawk. Feathers have the ability to trap a lot of air, making them excellent at retaining heat. They keep you warm and fluffy even in the chilly, dry seasons of autumn and winter. They are also breathable.

It also has excellent elasticity, so it doesn't get stuffy and is comfortable even in the summer."

　Being able to give such a detailed explanation about just one material suggests that he has a great knowledge of the material. He has a high need for sleep.

"And what's even better is the hygiene aspect!"

"Hygiene?"

"White Hawk feathers have a purifying effect when infused with magical power. If you infuse them with magical power regularly, the feathers inside will not get dirty, and they will not have the strange smell that is common with feather pillows."

"Wow, that's amazing."

　As expected from another world, there are pillows made from fantasy materials too.

　Since it's a pillow that's used every day, hygiene is a concern, but if it can be purified just by pouring magical power into it, there's no need to worry about that.

"Hmm? This pillow feels somehow familiar."

　As I touched them in admiration, I noticed that the pillow felt strangely familiar to me.

"That one is made from cotton produced in the Doll Territory. It is fluffy and elastic, so it supports the head firmly. It is also bulky, so it has excellent heat retention and moisture retention."

　Apparently the cotton was produced on Gregor's land. No wonder he felt a sense of familiarity with it.

　It feels as you'd expect from high quality fabric, but I'll refrain from using them for now since I received pillows and cushions as local specialties from Gregor last time he visited.

"What kind of pillow do you like, Al?"

"I think something with just the right amount of softness would be good."

　Too hard is out of the question, but if it's too soft your head will sink in strangely.

　A pillow that is soft but firm enough to support your head is best.

"In that case, how about this material?"

"Ah, that feels just right."

　When I touched the pillow Name had brought me, it felt just perfect.

"This product is made from the wool of sleeping sheep. It has just the right amount of firmness, yet a unique soft feel. The best part is that it contains the relaxing pheromones released by sleeping sheep.

hey!"

"What are the specific effects?"

"Once you use this pillow, it will lull you into a comfortable sleep! Even if you don't feel sleepy, you will fall asleep without even realizing it!"

"You're kidding!"

　Hearing Name's powerful explanation, Ra-chan spoke very frankly.

　Although I haven't said it out loud, I feel the same way.

　There's no way such a pillow exists. It's got to be something to do with sleep pheromones.

"You doubt me? Then try using a pillow made from Sleeping Sheep's wool! I'm sure you'll fall asleep in no time."

　Although she receives suspicious looks from us, Name doesn't seem to flinch at all.

　He takes two pillows made from sleeping sheep's wool from the shelf and places them on top of the bed on display.

"Let's give it a try."

　If you say so, let's give it a try.

　Ra-chan and I took off our shoes and lay on our backs on the bed Name had prepared for us.

　Then we set up a pillow made from sleeping sheep's wool.

　I can sleep anywhere, but I never fall asleep when I'm out and about.

　See, I can't seem to sleep no matter how much time passes...

　●

　In my hazy state of consciousness, I felt my body being shaken and someone calling out to me.

"Alfleet-sama, please wake up!"

　Please stop. I'm in a comfortable slumber right now.

　I want it to stay like this forever.

　Contrary to my wishes, the force shaking my body grew stronger and I heard a loud voice calling out to me.

　Still, this drowsiness was so comfortable that I ignored it, when I felt a strong impact on my stomach.

"Al!"

"--Ha! Ra-chan?"

　I opened my eyes in shock and surprise to see Ra-chan straddling me.

"You're finally awake!"

"Huh? When did I fall asleep?"

"I was trying out sleeping on a Sleep Sheep pillow."

　Loretta reminds me of this.

　That's right. I remember using it to test the effectiveness of something called the sleep pheromone of the sleeping sheep.

"When did you fall asleep?"

"And he fell asleep right away. And soundly too."

　Name said with a really nice smile.

"I fell asleep right away too."

"Ra-chan too?"

"Lana-sama has trouble falling asleep if she changes her pillow, but she was surprised at how quickly she fell asleep."

　Even Loretta, who knows Ra-chan's usual sleeping habits, seems surprised. Apparently the sleeping sheep's pheromones are that strong.

　For now, I'll thank Ra-chan for waking me up and have her leave my stomach.

"If you'd like, please give it a try, Loretta."

"Me too?"

"Why not give it a try?"

　I suggest this, but in reality it's just because I want to see how quickly other people fall asleep.

"Well, I'll take you up on that offer."

　Loretta must have been curious too, as she quickly took off her shoes and lay on her back on the bed.

　Ra-chan, Name and I looked down at the scene.

"It makes me nervous to see you asleep again."

　It's embarrassing to be seen sleeping by other people, and with so many people around, it's probably even more so.

"So, should we just leave for a bit?"

"…………"

　However, there was no reply from Loretta.

　Ra-chan waves her hands in front of Loretta and leans her ears closer to her.

"...asleep."

"That was quick!"

　I had heard that I could fall asleep quickly, but I was surprised at how quickly it happened.

　It was a little rude to approach a sleeping woman, but when I got closer I could hear her regular breathing.

"The fact that someone falls asleep quickly is proof that they are very tired. The pheromones of the sleeping sheep only draw out and induce the desire to sleep in that person."

"I see"

　She was keeping an eye on the Slowlett family, whose arrival was uncertain, in the royal capital, and was also taking care of Ra-chan while being considerate of me. It was inevitable that she was getting tired.

"Shall I let you sleep a bit longer?"

"I agree"

　Ra-chan nodded.

　It will still take some time for us to make the pillows.

　Since it was a high-end store, there was a security guard at the entrance, so it was safe, and I decided to let Loretta rest for a while. I didn't want to disturb her sound sleep.

"Sleeping sheep's wool is highly absorbent and releases moisture, and is durable. It also has the resilience of feathers, so you can enjoy a quality sleep that will not change even after long-term use. What do you think?"

"Can it be washed?"

"Yes, it is possible. However, since it is made from monster materials, it requires some maintenance and tends to get a little hot in the summer."

"If it's that much, then there's no problem."

　I can take care of it myself, and I'm sure Mina or Sara will do it for me.

"Well, then, let's use White Hawk wool for Rana-sama's material, and Sleeping Sheep wool for Alfried-sama's material."

"please"

　Thus, the material for Ra-chan's and my pillows was decided.