This Cheapskate Knight Wants to Make Me Cry

Lute is the son of a tavern owner in a castle town, and he has a secret – his tears turn into different magic gems depending on his emotions. These magic gems are extremely rare and valuable stones that can influence the power of nations.

His grave secret is discovered by Advald, vice commander of the king’s knights, who’s a regular at the tavern, and who is also roundly mocked as The Cheapskate Knight.

“I’ve decided, Lute. You’re coming with me.”

He kisses and caresses him gently, even lovingly, completely the opposite of his words.

Lute finds himself moved by Advald’s affections, and scolds himself, “This guy’s only after my magic gems,” but…