Chapter 153: The Iron Wall Metropolis, Sandor

Quantity 21 (Sandor)

Synopsis of earlier chapter in simplified model.

Karen grew in numerous methods.

Karen made her first good friend of the identical age.

Karen discovered the harshness of the world.

Karen started to study magic which have been troublesome to deal with from Sirius.

Hokuto had advanced.

Hokuto grew to become stronger total. (※About two occasions stronger in comparison with the earlier time.)

Hokuto grew to become ready to make use of the ability of Flame Wolf. At current, he may management flames freely.

Because the physique grew to become barely smaller, the likelihood of getting into small buildings was larger.

Due to the fur grew to become higher, the brushing effectivity rose by 10%.

Hokuto’s mum or dad appeared, however he was jealous as a result of it went round his Grasp.

Because the loyalty worth had already reached the restrict, there was no change.

—

After separating from the Hundred Wolves, who gave the impression to be Hokuto’s mum or dad, we resumed our journey once more towards Sandor.

Apparently, monsters didn’t seem in all probability due to the Hundred Wolves’ doing. Because it left, we started to note the presence of monsters from the environment. By the way, what stored the monsters away was the distinctive presence launched by the Hundred Wolves. Earlier than it went off, it informed us that Hokuto may use it in the end.

Nevertheless, for the reason that trigger that created clean space had disappeared, the likelihood of encountering monsters had risen dramatically, however…

“Woof!” (Hokuto)

Many of the monsters would run away when Hokuto barked. Nonetheless, the monsters approaching have been dealt with by Hokuto earlier than we bought to organize for battle.

After eradicating the harness connecting the carriage by himself, Hokuto and leaped out and would come again later after deterring monsters with a single blow.

He was significantly occupied, however since he obtained new energy, I assumed that he was making an attempt numerous issues. His motion was completely different from standard and it may very well be seen as a glimpse.

“Wait!? That motion–… guhaa!?” (Reus)

“Woof!” (Hokuto)

And the one who was probably the most affected was Reus, and he was doing mock battle with Hokuto.

Hokuto’s motion was clearly modified from earlier than, and Reus was knocked crumbled right down to the bottom sooner than the standard.

“…It seems to be just like the hurdles for Reus have gone up once more.” (Sirius)

“However, the opposite day, that boy mentioned that he already bought used to Hokuto-san’s actions, so that’s good in a way, proper?” (Emilia)

“That’s true. Effectively then, what we could make in the present day?” (Sirius)

“Honey–….” (Karen)

“Aside from honey.” (Sirius)

“Muuu!” (Karen)

Was it as a result of it was irritating to be interrupted first, the pouting Karen rushed on me and swung each fingers. I used to be a bit troubled with this rowdiness, however because it was a proof that she was venting due to being obedient, I guessed I may very well be blissful.

It didn’t actually harm to be struck with Karen’s energy, however in an effort to let her understood that it was meaningless to assault me blindly, I purposely defended all of her assaults with one hand. I knew that this was infantile, however this was additionally part of studying.

I let her did that for some time, however quite than making Karen letting out anger, I put my hand on her head to calm her down.

“Hey, I’ll make dessert with honey later, so settle down already.” (Sirius)

“You have to make it!” (Karen)

“…I can see the previous Reus in her.” (Emilia)

“I’ve no obligation to say this, however I’ve a sense that he doesn’t change that a lot even now.” (Reese)

“Everybody desires to behave like a spoiled youngster to Sirius. By the best way, are we going to have mild dishes in the present day?” (Fia)

Because the request got here from Fia within the meantime, I used to be occupied with menus whereas remembering the inventory of elements.

The following vacation spot, Sandor, was additionally close to, so there must be no drawback if I used some elements which have been good for preservation.

“I’m positive there’s some flour remained, proper?” (Sirius)

“Sure. I checked it some time in the past and there are some left.” (Emilia)

“Then, are you going to make bread?” (Fia)

“No, let’s make pasta with salad. Subsequent is the dressing.” (Sirius)

Because the request of sunshine dishes was nice with these, I ought to make considerably thick soup to steadiness the meal.

By the point we tried to make the pasta in giant portions, the mock battle between Reus and Hokuto was ended.

“Aargghhh–!?” (Reus)

“Woof!” (Hokuto)

Whereas watching Reus danced within the sky as if he was thrown like a beanbag by Hokuto’s forefoot and tail, I began to knead the flour.

—

“…Are they adventurers? They all the time seem in every single place.” (Sirius)

A couple of days later…

As we arrived at Sandor, we got here in entrance of an enormous wall constructed with stones.

We bought permission to enter by the gatekeeper who gave the impression to be aggravated when inspecting us. After we went via the gate of the wall that was tall to the purpose we needed to search for, there was a well-maintained highway resulting in the inside and there was grassland spreading within the distance over one other wall.

“Look! There was one other large wall.” (Karen)

“Sure. The scale is that this and that partitions are uncommonly giant. However… despite the fact that we now have crossed three gates together with this, it feels unusual that we nonetheless can’t see one thing that seem like a city.” (Emilia)

“Aniki. Have we actually reached Sandor?” (Reus)

“Aah, sure. Though we nonetheless haven’t seen the townscape, this space right here is part of Sandor.” (Sirius)

Sandor… it was mentioned to be the most important nation on the earth. The nation was often known as the impregnable fortress city.

The rationale why it was referred to as so was as a result of the nation was protected by enormous partitions which have been constructed a number of occasions across the citadel. It was the identical because the wall that surrounded Elysion the place we used to dwell, however… it was past that right here. It was mentioned that there have been 5 such partitions in Sandor.

What we had gone via simply now was the third barrier. Maybe, if we went via the following wall, the sight of the Sandor citadel city would unfold earlier than us.

“I perceive that they’re strengthening the protection, however is it essential to have the partitions this a lot?” (Reus)

“The upkeep value can be excessive when there are these many, and I feel that two partitions must be sufficient.” (Reese)

“Their questions are applicable, however there’s a cause why this city should be strengthened.” (Sirius)

To the north of this Hypne continent the place we have been at current was an unlimited continent throughout the ocean the place the tide stream was harsh.

It was nearly troublesome to get shut except going there by a big ship…

“There are giant portions of monsters that reside in that continent, and it has an setting which is troublesome for folks to dwell in.” (Sirius)

“I’ve heard of it too. Because it solely has monsters, that continent appears to be referred to as the Demonic Continent.” (Fia)

“In brief, the nation of Sandor is the closest to that Demonic Continent, so that they have numerous partitions.” (Emilia)

“Even so, isn’t nonetheless an excessive amount of to undergo all this? Except there are ships that may be skillfully maneuvered the cruel sea, I don’t suppose that monsters will come simply.” (Reese)

“Folks would suppose so typically, proper? Nevertheless, there appears to be a pure phenomenon that may join each the Hypne Continent and the Demonic Continent at a fee as soon as in a number of years.” (Sirius)

The trigger was unknown, however apparently, the encompassing tide can be enormously pulled and the shallow a part of the seabed can be uncovered.

It appeared that there have been components that have been interrupted on the best way due to rocks laid on the seabed, however anyhow, a path via which monsters may cross was made.

“As soon as the trail is created, the monsters of the Demonic Continent will hunt for preys and plenty of snow falls into this continent.”(Sirius)

“What? The snow is falling down?” (Reus)

“In different phrases, it’s about plenty of monsters are coming. So, they’re preserving the protection so strict correspond to the variety of monsters.” (Sirius)

In line with rumors, the phenomenon that related the continents remained for a number of days. Even when the trail was sunk to the underside of the ocean once more, the battle would nonetheless proceed till the remaining monsters have been defeated.

Therefore, the energy of Sandor was very excessive. Apparently, the king of the nation was consistently attracting robust man and gifted folks.

“Amongst them, there are folks given titles by the king. Really, Lior-Jiisan was one in all them. The title ‘Strongest Sword’ began from right here.” (Sirius)

Though the story was recognized in a manner that… he was serving the citadel because the strongest swordsman, the previous man himself didn’t care in any respect. This place gave the impression to be a mere place that offered comfy meals and bedding.

At first, he went to kill requested monsters with the price of day by day meals, however principally, he was doing his personal issues. Wanting from a rustic standpoint, it was in all probability sufficient so long as the Strongest Swords labored for them.

Nevertheless, due to his disciples, whom he raised to be his rival, have been killed by silly nobles, the previous man gave up on all the pieces and left Sandor.

“Then, the previous man was mentioned to enter hiding as a result of he was retiring. This is likely to be because of the king who afraid to be often called an incompetent king who was deserted by his strongest swordsman.” (Sirius)

“What’s that every one about? So, the king is mendacity?” (Reus)

“There are occasions when it’s inconvenient to say it overtly when it entails many individuals. Since it will be troublesome if we become involved with such folks, we now have to watch out with plenty of issues in Sandor.” (Sirius)

It was as a result of when there have been extra folks, the darkness born would develop into deeper.

Anyhow, despite the fact that I mentioned that to the disciples, the explanation why we went to Sandor wasn’t just for sightseeing, but in addition to fulfill with Reese’s household who got here for the ‘Legendia’.

For that, it is likely to be doable to have interaction with different royal households on the assembly, however there was no want to fret that far if Lifell-Hime needed to fulfill in secret.

Once I defined that to everybody, I observed that Reese was smiling whereas wanting on the course of the city.

“As I anticipated, you look blissful.” (Sirius)

“Sure. I do know that I’ve to watch out, however I can lastly meet Nee-sama and Tou-sama for the primary time shortly.” (Reese)

“So, we are able to meet Reese-Oneechan’s Onee-san and Otousan within the city the place we’re going now, is it?” (Karen)

“Yup. They’re occasions after they act rashly, however they’re very pleasant and reliable household. I feel you additionally will like them, Karen.” (Reese)

In any case, Reese hadn’t seen them for over a yr.

They will need to have quite a bit to speak about, and if we met them once more, on prime of introducing Fia and Karen, I want to have a chat with one another slowly.

“It appears shocking to introduce Karen and Fia to them, however we should always discuss extra about severe issues.” (Emilia)

“Aah… sure. Nee-sama is likely to be happy, however Tou-sama might be fearful.” (Reese)

That severe matter was in all probability about being my spouse.

Subsequent to Reese, who gave the impression to be embarrassed about clarify it to her household, Fia additionally was fearful with folded arms.

“Nonetheless, Reese-Oneesan is it? If Reese and my husband are collectively, she will probably be my sister in legislation, proper? Then, I’ve to say good day.” (Fia)

“I believed Fia-ane must be the Onee-san, proper? It’s simply that, you’re barely over 300 years previous–…” (Reus)

“Effectively, let’s take into consideration that after I see her. By the best way, Reus… I’m nonetheless inside 2 hundred years previous, and don’t converse calmly to ladies about age, alright?” (Fia)

“Aah… aargghhhh–!?” (Reus)

Reus, who slipped his tongue, was floated to the peak of eyes by Fia’s magic, after which, he was turned vertically and horizontally because it was.

It was like a machineless of zero gravity coaching, however Reus was rotated in unrealistic method…

“Fia-ane! Since that is fairly arduous, I’m nice even in case you make it quicker!” (Reus)

“…This boy has additionally develop into sturdy.” (Fia)

It was nice with Hokuto, and despite the fact that Reus was seen nothing however a toy to everybody, it gave the impression to be the supply of encouragement to the individual himself. Effectively… it was fairly good to have ambition.

Karen, who noticed Reus grew in numerous methods, pulled Fia’s sleeve whereas transferring intensely transferring her wings.

“That’s unfair in case you do it to Reus-Oniichan solely! I would like it too!” (Karen)

“Would you like that too? I don’t thoughts, however it’s a must to inform me in case you don’t really feel good, alright?” (Fia)

“I’ll!” (Karen)

“I’m unsure why, however these children actually wish to be rotated.” (Fia)

“Sure. Otou-san additionally did that to me.” (Emilia)

Maybe, it was as a result of they have been about to be turned, they held each fingers collectively and rotated on the spot.

It was in all probability enjoyable for shortly altering the view and the sense of getting hit by the wind, however this was Fia’s small attraction.

With this uncommon scene the place a boy and a woman rotated within the air, we went via the primary highway whereas being attentive to the environment.

—

Though the gap from the partitions that we had handed via to the successive partitions wasn’t that a lot, there was a protracted distance from the third wall to the fourth wall.

It was distant to the purpose that we needed to take few hours even with a carriage. Nevertheless, we have been happy when wanting on the surroundings unfold earlier than our eyes.

“Ooh… it’s actually vast.” (Reus)

“Say, are all of those cultivated land!?” (Karen)

As we continued strolling alongside the primary highway and crossed a small hill, not solely the gates of the partitions that may very well be seen in a distance, our imaginative and prescient have been stuffed with cultivated land together with a number of homes.

“It’s completely completely different from my hometown!” (Karen)

“Effectively, in contrast to the village the place you lived, these lands are to assist the city. It could possibly’t be achieved except the fields are vast.” (Sirius)

“Isn’t it unusual to be this far to the following gate?” (Emilia)

The disciples nodded as in the event that they have been satisfied after they seemed on the huge discipline, however there was different cause why there was such a distance.

The monsters of the Demonic Continent have been certainly harmful, but when a rustic grew larger, aggressor additionally would seem. Though strife between nations hardly ever occurred now, it appeared to occur incessantly previously.

Maybe, the explanation why there was a distance was in case of enemies broke via the primary and second partitions, it might be simpler for them to deploy troops right here. If folks noticed rigorously, they might perceive that it was simpler to arrange battle formation on this terrain.

There have been a number of different schemes to organize for enemy assaults, however the ancestors, who constructed Sandor, desperately opened up these lands in an effort to put together for enemies.

“This nation inherits that aspiration… is it? It will be troublesome to show this nation to enemy.” (Sirius)

“Sirius-sama, is there one thing?” (Emilia)

“No, I’m simply speaking to myself. Lets make haste?” (Sirius)

“Sure! Ehehe…” (Emilia)

Whereas stroking the top of Emilia, who was questioning, we continued alongside this stretched freeway that lower off the middle of the huge fields.

After some time, we lastly arrived on the entrance gate of the wall. There was a protracted que as there have been many individuals overflowing right here.

There have been related adventurers as we have been and retailers, however Karen, who observed a sure group, requested whereas pulling my sleeve.

“There’s a unusual carriage over there. Moreover, it has a giant cage!” (Karen)

“That’s in all probability an acrobatic troupe. They’re individuals who generate profits by doing efficiency and displaying uncommon monsters.” (Sirius)

“Performing monsters? I need to see!” (Karen)

“Effectively… it’s alright. Wish to see it if we now have additional time?” (Sirius)

“I’ll!” (Karen)

Removed from being uncommon, that one earlier than us, the Hundred Wolves Hokuto, was making a living simply by sitting, however… I wasn’t going to say that.

At the very least, I might be stunned in the event that they displayed one thing that completely different from Hokuto. As I murmured that, Fia seemed amazed when she seemed on the finish of the queue.

“I anticipated that to a sure extent, however… it’s actually superb.” (Fia)

“The sight the place such folks line up is uncommon.” (Reese)

“Say, Aniki. Aren’t there much more folks in comparison with the city the place there was the Preventing Pageant?” (Reus)

“Though this nation has large inhabitants to start with, there are extra now as a result of the ‘Legendia’ is across the nook.” (Sirius)

The ‘Legendia’ was an necessary assembly the place leaders of every nation gathered.

Due to this fact, the kings and queens who visited the host nation would lead an appropriate variety of troopers because of the risks in the midst of the journey.

For retailers, it might be time to earn cash in the event that they have been plenty of troopers gathered from different nations. For adventurers, on prime of curiosity, it was doable to assemble info on different nations. There have been additionally different uncommon tales. For instance, there have been kings of overseas nations, who anonymously went out strolling on the land close to the citadel, recruited adventurers with skills to develop into their imperial guards.

Because the alternatives to advertise themselves to the royal households elevated, many individuals gathered on the time of the ‘Legendia’.

“However, with this many individuals collect, gained’t the phenomenon of the Demonic Continent occur quickly?” (Reese) (Recheck)

“Aah, sure. I’m positive it’s referred to as the ‘Flood’, and plainly it occurred a number of years in the past. It is going to in all probability take one other ten years to be occurring once more.” (Sirius)

Apparently, it was occurring after we have been within the Elysion’s college.

It appeared the quantity of monsters was almost reached the dimensions of a rustic, however the monsters have been simply delivered to an finish by the elites, who got titles by the king of Sandor. This matter was enormously disseminated among the many folks of this nation.

Nevertheless, since there was nearly no detailed info on these elites, I deliberate to analyze on the precise place later.

“In line with the tales heard, one in all them is a swordsman who is known as because the reincarnation of the Strongest Sword.” (Sirius)

“Is there somebody who has related would possibly as Lior-Jiichan!?” (Reus)

“However, that must be a rumor, proper? I’m uncertain if there’s one who’ve related would possibly because the Strongest Sword.” (Fia)

“I additionally suppose the identical. I don’t suppose there’s a swordsman similar to that Ojii-chan.” (Emilia)

“No matter it’s, that individual must be robust, proper? I ought to attempt to battle him as a follow earlier than combating Lior-Jiichan.” (Reus)

To be trustworthy, I used to be additionally if that individual had related would possibly as Lior-Jiisan.

Nevertheless, a rumor was only a rumor. Since there was a risk that the nation exaggeratedly introduced it in an effort to fill the hole the place the Strongest Sword left, I shouldn’t have excessive expectation.

It will be troublesome to acquire extra info, except we entered the city via the gate…

“The queue is hardly progressing from a short time in the past.” (Sirius)

“In a worst case state of affairs, it could be greatest to think about giving up in the present day and occupied with tenting someplace.” (Fia)

“Sirius-sama. I attempted to substantiate from the environment earlier. It appears there’s a dispute on the gate.” (Emilia)

“We should always collect some info then. Excuse me, can I ask one thing for a bit?” (Sirius)

“Hmm? What–… uooh!?” (?)

Once I requested the merchant-like man, who was on the finish of the queue, that middle-aged man, who gave the impression to be aggravated when turning round, was stunned on the sight of Hokuto.

Effectively, that was regular, however after telling him that Hokuto was a Beast Companion, I requested concerning the scenario once more.

“Aah, it’s apparent that the queue is gradual. There’s a grievance concerning the excessive amount of cash wanted to enter the city.” (Service provider)

“Eh? If retailers and adventurers can show their id, shouldn’t it’s doable to undergo the city gate with out paying cash?” (Sirius)

“Sandor is completely different. They should acquire cash as the upkeep value of a number of partitions. Nevertheless, it wasn’t that costly, so that they didn’t actually care the protection of everybody…” (Service provider)

It was often value a number of iron cash, however now, they wanted to strengthen vigilance due to the ‘Legendia’, so the additional quantity was added to it.

Though this might sound an excessive amount of, the burden of safety and bills would improve quite a bit when there have been extra guests. I guessed this may very well be thought of as a determined measure taken underneath strain of necessity.

“So, the individuals who complain are in all probability those that are stingy or those that can’t afford to pay extra.” (Service provider)

“Are you alright with that, previous man?” (Reus)

“That hurts as a result of my bills has elevated, however I can earn greater than that in Sandor. Anyway, I would love them to complete the inspection shortly.” (Service provider)

“However, with that scenario… till nighttime… no, I’m unsure if we are able to get inside in the present day.” (Sirius)

“It’s really higher for retailers to attend till the night time comes. Judging out of your look, you guys are adventurers, am I proper? If you’re not in hurry, there’s a spot to remain over there.” (Service provider)

The place the place the merchant-like man identified was a spot barely away from the gate. There have been a number of buildings that stayed closed to the wall.

From a distant view, the buildings have been constructed crudely, but it surely was a becoming scene of a spot that was near the luxurious wall of the world’s largest nation.

“I’ve been involved about it since some time in the past, however what are these?” (Reus)

“It seems to be like a small village, however it’s completely different from the farmer homes the place we now have seen on the best way right here, proper?” (Emilia)

“It’s a place for people who find themselves expelled or individuals who discover it arduous to remain anymore in Sandor. It is sort of a slum space which you can see in each city.” (Service provider)

“Exterior the city, and never inside… is it? It appears there are difficult circumstances.” (Sirius)

“However, why are they being uncared for? Aah I imply, the nobles, who’re involved with the looks, will really feel aggravated although.” (Reese)

“They are going to be again quickly even when they’re chased away, so it’s bother to dispatch troopers each time. Moreover, it’s a vital place for individuals who are nonetheless on the town.” (Service provider)

Since there have been additionally outlets holding many harlots, there gave the impression to be frequent nobles who got here right here secretly.

Aside from that, the individuals who lived right here can be decoys in the event that they have been pressed by monsters. The merchant-like man stopped saying it after secretly telling me that risk.

Though it harm the surroundings, was it being neglected as a result of there have been calls for?

“Not solely harlots, there are additionally inns the place adventurers such as you and retailers can keep. It’s arduous to say that the safety is nice, however I feel that it’s higher than staying outdoors.” (Service provider)

“I see. We’re not in hurry, so we could go there?” (Sirius)

Once I rotated and confirmed with everybody, there was no disagreement particularly.

Like this, we determined to go to that city, however I ought to ask extra from the person about it. As I understood from the sooner dialog, the person in entrance of me appeared to know many issues. It is likely to be as a result of he had visited Sandor many occasions.

Then, the person additionally informed info that gave the impression to be nice if I paid cash, so it might be unusual if I interrupted him.

“I’m glad that you simply inform me quite a bit, however are you nice telling me all that?” (Sirius)

“One of many causes, sure… I’m bored, however you guys are a bunch of splendid folks not solely with beastkin, but in addition an Elf. I believed that it’s not a loss to make mates.” (Service provider)

“…Actually?” (Reus)

“Woof!” (Hokuto)

“Aah, no… that… if that displease you, that Beast Companion is horrifying.” (Service provider) (Recheck)

“Be trustworthy.” (Fia) (Recheck)

“It must be that manner.” (Emilia)

With out realizing, it had out of the blue develop into a scenario of intimidation.

Whereas considering of claiming sorry, I heard a number of necessary info, so I gave him a few copper cash as an info charge.

“Hehe, I don’t dislike an upright bunch. Say, you guys are going via the gate there tomorrow proper? I’m going to earn cash within the city for some time, so in case you discover me, let’s meet, alright. I’ll give you some companies.” (Service provider)

Hokuto gave the impression to be scary, however the man merely laughed as this was a precious expertise for him. Then, we went out of the queue and headed towards a constructing adjoining to the wall.

—

Whereas operating the carriage alongside the wall, Karen, who was surprisingly quiet from earlier, requested query to Reus, who was taking care his sword within the carriage.

“Say, Reus-Oniichan. What did that previous man saying about ‘harlot’ some time in the past? Is it like a soy sauce to be use for rice?” (Karen) (TLN: 醤油 = shouyu/soy sauce; 娼婦 = shoufu/harlot)

“Eh!? Th-that is–… Aniki!” (Reus)

For that delicate query, Reus immediately raised a white flag, and checked out me like asking for a assist. By the way, she didn’t ask me first as a result of I used to be busy investigating the state of the wall. Yeah… I needed to suppose it that manner.

Nevertheless, it was troublesome to answer to that query.

I additionally hesitated to clarify overtly to a younger lady. So, whereas occupied with a great way of claiming it, the women joined within the dialog.

“Effectively. Harlot will not be a meals. To place it merely, it is without doubt one of the jobs a girl can do.” (Emilia)

“A job? Can I do it too?” (Karen)

“Eh!? Uhm… you don’t learn about harlot?” (Emilia)

“Possibly, however do you need to do it simply because you may need it?” (Reese?)

“Sure. I need to make some huge cash, eat meals with Otou-san, Onee-chans and everybody, and I’ll pay for it!” (Karen)

Though she was nonetheless younger, she appeared already privy to being an adventurer.

Within the e book left by Karen’s father, it was mentioned that courtesy to return the gratitude to the individuals who gave help, and… she needed to do it as a result of that was written.

I used to be delighted with that feeling, but it surely felt difficult to be given cash earned from that form of job.

“Karen. Do you need to earn cash otherwise in comparison with that?” (Sirius)

“Sure. For adventurers, it’s best to earn cash from a guild.” (Emilia)

“We are able to’t have you ever registered proper now, however we could go collectively after we enter the city?” (Sirius)

“Guild!? I’m going!” (Karen)

Moreover, the significance of the guild was written firmly within the e book.

Though Karen’s thought was diverted by the curiosity towards a guild from the earlier matter, it wasn’t good to desert the query midway. I ought to complement some extra.

“Karen. I’ll inform you intimately about harlot after you develop up some extra. For now, simply consider it as one of many jobs. And, don’t say it in entrance of different folks, alright?” (Sirius)

“Why not?” (Karen)

“Additionally, you will perceive that once you develop larger. However you don’t have to fret in case you don’t know now. After we get into the city, there will probably be plenty of issues that you’ve by no means seen earlier than.” (Sirius)

“Actually!? Alright, I’ll sit up for it!” (Karen)

In fact, I wouldn’t let her to do such a job.

Nevertheless, if she stored on touring to broaden the view, it was in all probability essential to know that there was such a world.

It was one thing concerned with human settlement. Anyhow, I gently stroked the top of Karen, who was flapping the wings hidden underneath the garments fortunately.

“Ehe…” (Karen)

“Ehehe…” (Emilia)

“Woof…” (Hokuto)

By the way, I stroked Emilia’s and Hokuto’s head, who quietly got here nearer as if asking for it.

—

We proceeded to run the carriage because it was, after which, we arrived on the buildings subsequent to the wall… No, with that dimension, I ought to name this as a village.

There was a small fence that had no that means apart from as a border line and a village with poorly made wood buildings, however after we bought nearer, we observed that we have been fallacious.

These weren’t seen after we went via the doorway of the village, however there have been properly made buildings lining up within the middle.

In entrance of a constructing that was barely larger than different buildings, there have been a number of ladies who seemed like harlots carrying daring clothes. It appeared it was true that the nobles touring right here in secret. By the way, there have been harlots with pretty suggestive figures, but it surely went with out saying that Karen was blindfolded by Fia’s fingers.

I wasn’t positive what was responsible for displaying shabby look of the village, however I used to be extra involved about one thing.

“Say, Aniki. Hokuto-san and Fia-ane, don’t you suppose it’s uncommon quiet?” (Reus)

“That’s as a result of many individuals are aiming for Fia-san, isn’t it?” (Emilia)

“In fact, Fia-Onee-chan is gorgeous!” (Karen)

“Oh my, thanks.” (Fia)

“So, I would like you to take off your fingers.” (Karen)

“It could possibly’t be helped then. Advantageous.” (Fia)

“…Hokuto additionally, take off your tail!” (Karen)

Though we have been missing of stress feeling, we spontaneously elevated our guard of the environment.

On this village, we may additionally see homeless like within the slum space of cities, however… one thing was completely different.

If folks did not get a job in a giant city and got here to a spot remoted from the city, they typically had drained wanting eyes, however their eyes grew to become like a cash when seeing Fia and Hokuto. Plus, it was surprisingly quiet on this village.

Had been they afraid of Hokuto?

That is likely to be true, however from the second of their gazes…

“…It seems to be like we’re being noticed.” (Sirius)

“Are the on the lookout for a gap to assault us?” (Emilia)

“No, it’s not like that. I feel that there isn’t any drawback if we don’t make a transfer, however don’t be careless.” (Sirius)

This was my feeling, however the folks right here weren’t mere vagrants. I had a sense that they have been firmly dominated by wonderful leaders.

I additionally had a sense near the underworld group, however since I couldn’t really feel any bloodlust, it made me suppose that they have been observing us out of curiosity.

There was no cause to be hostile to us who have been visiting for the primary time. Because the different aspect wasn’t transferring due to greed, they have been in all probability treating us as abnormal adventurers if we didn’t make a noise.

“Anyhow, simply act usually.” (Sirius)

“Though it’s regular, I really feel that our regular is completely different from different folks.” (Fia)

“I imply like proper now? The purpose is you may spend your time freely.” (Reese)

“I often keep round Sirius-sama.” (Emilia)

Whereas listening to the muttering of the wives, we tried to stroll once more to seek for an inn, however we out of the blue stopped as a result of Hokuto was dealing with in a sure course.

The siblings and I have been late at noticing why, and Karen was tilting her head towards Reese and Fia with out realizing the explanation.

“What’s fallacious? Are you drained, Hokuto?” (Karen)

“I don’t suppose Hokuto is getting drained. There could also be some enemies are approaching.” (Fia)

“However, he isn’t alarmed. At the very least, I don’t suppose there’s any hazard…” (Reese)

Irrespective of how suspicious folks within the environment, our response can be gradual if there have been no hostility or bloodlust.

In different phrases, the individual, who approaches the 2 with out making them discover, was a pleasant individual or an acquaintance. Effectively, that one in all probability didn’t know Fia and Karen but.

“This scent… there isn’t any doubt.” (Reus)

“Reese. You’ll perceive in case you look over there.” (Emilia)

When Reese was informed to show round by Emilia, there was a girl carrying a gown overlaying the entire physique coming nearer.

Though the face was hidden by the hood connected to the gown, it was understood that the individual was a girl as a result of the chest which clearly asserting even from the highest of the gown.

Though she seemed like a suspicious individual, there was no must be alert. Particularly for Reese…

“…You’ve gotten grown up.” (?)

“Eh?” (Reese)

When the lady earlier than us took off the hood, Reese embraced her with a giant smile.

“Senia!” (Reese)

“Sure. Very long time no see.” (Senia)

The one who appeared earlier than us was the attendant who served Reese’s sister, Lifell-Hime, and… it was Senia.

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Additional/Bonus – Hokuto’s Parenting

At the moment… the battle between Hokuto and Karen had begun whether or not to let her see harlots with many exposures.

“Woof!” (Hokuto)

“Why gained’t you present it to me!?” (Karen)

Karen desperately moved her head to outwit the tail that obstructing the view, however that younger lady couldn’t overcome the reflexes and motion of Hokuto.

She additionally grew to become severe and moved her physique, however Hokuto’s tail was fast. Irrespective of how a lot she moved, she couldn’t see it.

“Muuu!” (Karen)

“Woof!” (Hokuto)

“Hokuto-san mentioned you’re nonetheless too early, so it’s ineffective.” (Emilia)

“No, there is just one manner. It’s a must to win towards Hokuto-san.” (Reus)

Karen, who heard Reus’ recommendation, regained the motivation. She intensely moved, and enormously leaped to the aspect, however there was no enemy that would break the impregnable wall of Hokuto’s tail.

That scenario continued for some time. Then, Karen observed one thing and confirmed a fearless smile.

“That’s proper! It’s not essential to keep away from!” (Karen)

Karen, who often performed with Hokuto’s tail, knew sufficient the softness of the tail.

Really, Hokuto was taking it simple on Karen, however Karen, who thought that it didn’t harm to collide towards the tail, hurled herself towards the tail with all her energy.

“Woof…” (Hokuto)

With Hokuto’s energy, he wouldn’t swayed by the Karen’s ramming assault, however since he would harm her if he solidified the tail, he stopped her with out placing energy on the tail.

On this manner, the breakthrough was profitable, and the factor that hinder the view of Karen who was pushing apart the tail along with her physique–…

“I can’t see it! Otousan, why are you standing there!?” (Karen)

“It’s nonetheless too early so that you can see it.” (Sirius)

Karen’s battle continued till Senia appeared.