The Spearmaster and the Black Cat Chapter 136

Chapter 136 Interlude Rebecca

A/N: Its Rebeccas point of view.

Meeting a magic spear user, my lifecompletely changed.
Ah, theres also Rollo-chan.
But, I think Shuuya is great.
Hes the first man I fell in love with.
Our beginning was in front of the guild boards.
I still remember it as if it happened yesterday.
Hair so black it absorbs light, black eyes that suck you in, and a face thats flat1yet well-featured.
Since he had only just arrived in the labyrinth city, I met with him to offer various assistance.
Of course, I acknowledged that the real reason I offered my help was my own selfish interest; I wanted to form a party with him.
But in the end, I told him about other adventurers avoiding me and the nickname they gave me.
He didnt even look grossed out after hearing the nickname I hate so much.
Moreover, he said that Im cute or something like that
Those words were really surprising.
After all, its been quite a while since someone complimented my looks with such honest eyes
But as I tried to listen to him while staring into his eyes
They pierced me in a mysterious way. For some reason, they penetrated into my heart.
Those black eyes are unfair. Theyre beautiful and look as if they are going to suck you in.
I think that I only imagined them shining a bit reddish, but I became unable to separate my eyes from his.
After shaking off my daze, I hear him mentioning that he wouldnt have come along if I wasnt a woman, making it quite clear that hes a lecher. It was the first time in my life that I met such pure, or rather, such an upfront man.
There were no men like Shuuya at the academy.
Just as I promised him at the guild, I led him to the magic shop Im always using; it has good bargains.
Here, I got surprised in a different way.
I saw him buying many absurdly expensive magic scrolls, each of which would make me drool with desire, and he just picked them up as if buying candy. They cost more money than I have ever seen before, namely platinum coins
I received a shock as if my head was struck with a hammer.
He might be the son of a high-ranking noble who had a personal teacher instructing him on advanced magic.
And even his ability to quickly read and learn the magic scrolls made me feel dumbfounded.
I unintentionally vented my anger at him.
Yes, I hurled rude remarks at Shuuya as I was jealous of him; he not only had a large amount of mana and mental strength but also he has the attitude of a rich man who doesnt know poverty.
Normally you learn mana manipulation at the Magic Academyno, looking at him from a normal standpoint bears absolutely no meaning. Rin-sensei said so as well, that talent surpasses hard work.
Even Im not normal. Possessing {Divine Protection of Fire} and {Eyes of the Blue Flame}, I hold the rare combat occupation called Blue Flame Painter.
{Divine Protection of Fire} is a blessing from the Fire God Enfreet-sama and the fire spirit Ilness-sama. Its a unique skill that doubles the effect of fire magic.
{Eyes of the Blue Flame} are said to be useless as they only light a blue fire in ones eyes occasionally. Its a skill I dont get at all.
I was happy when I class-upped to the rare occupation of Blue Flame Painter, but when I wondered whether I could use picture frame magic tools like Magic Painters, I found out I couldnt
It was a big shock that my class wasnt much different from a magician whos only good with fire magic.
After I complained and recalled my life at the academy, his mood turned sour as if it was a matter of course.
With a grim face, he scolded me saying that he earned the money as an adventurer and not as a noble.
Although I apologized right away, it was my blunder.
However, it seemed like he guessed my feelings, and followed up with a smile.
Even though I was in the wrong Shuuya is surprisingly kind and attentive to others.
After that, the conversation flowed naturally, it seemed like we had reconciled.
It might be fun to talk to him more.
Maybe because its been a while since my last party?
As we were about to enter the labyrinth, the members of Blue Arm Treasure PartyBlue Arm Jewelers appeared.
Theyre members of the sixth-ranked top clan.
I gave Shuuya a bit of an explanation about them.
Their activities are really amazing.
One day, I will also become an adventurer that surpasses both them and my father.
I will aim for a combat occupation like one of the great wizards and discover many treasures.
Full of enthusiasm, I always strove towards adventuring after graduating from Ronbelges Magic Academy, but since I couldnt join any parties recently, it had remained a mere goal.
Thats why I was planning to do my best that day.
If I went steadily at it starting with the small things, I will raise my magic skills.
In particular, its been quite a while since a party battle.
I embarked into the labyrinth, taking Shuuya along with the intention to coach as a kouhai2.
But, thinking of him as a kouhai was stupid of me
Now that I look back, it was obvious that hes not normal when he learned a large number of spells without any trouble, but I was too happy about having joined a party.
He and the cat-chan were warriors who exceeded my wildest fantasies.
Even though I heard and learned about them at the Academy, they actually do exist.
My confidence crumbled apart, like a sandcastle in front of the tide.

In the end, rank is nothing more than rank Beings with transcendent abilities and those who surpass first-class also exist at lower ranks.

I recalled the words of Rin-sensei.
We advanced while easily defeating the monsters of the first floor with the force of a giant crushing them underfoot.
Hes so strong he doesnt need party members.
After I told him that it would have been fine if we had accepted a lot more requests, with him being so strong and all, it resulted in us going to the rare monster room.
And thenwhen we passed through the open space in front of the room, a little incident occurred.
Abuse was hurled at me from adventurers who knew about my nickname.
But Shuuya got angry over them bad mouthing me, so he defeated those guys with overwhelming spear techniques and martial arts for making fun of me.
Rollo-cans tentacles were amazing too, but being charmed by Shuuyas movements, my heart throbbed violently and I melted away due to his cool figure.
Such amazing men exist as well, dont they?
But since its embarrassing Id never be able to say that out loud.
The party occupying the room left in low spirits.
Watching them file out with heads bowed gave me a refreshing feeling.
Fufu, honestly though, it felt nice.
Shuuya fussed over it and apologized, but once I told him I was very happy, he let out an awkward laugh while looking embarrassed.
And then we were able to enter the rare monster room.
We breezed through defeating the medium-sized goblin that spawned inside while cooperating with each other.
Moreover, moreover, a treasure box appeared! A treasure box, what good luck.
We found a bracelet in the wooden box.
I was in a state of tension from my delight.
We safely returned to the surface and had the shopkeeper of Sulozas Old Sorcery Shop appraise the bracelet.
The bracelet turned out to be a rare magic item with two magic effects.
Being all hyper, I got carried away and ran my mouth to the shopkeeper.
I was really, really happy that we got a magic item.
Once we left the shop, Shuuya, reading my gaze at the bracelet, said that he would give it to me, though with his tone like he was soothing a child, his words felt a bit like he was making fun of me.
I felt slightly offended, but its a treasure and I was in a good mood, so I gratefully accepted it.
But Rollo-chan played a trick on me and stole the bracelet.
Shuuya guffawed watching Rollo-chans and my antics.
I ended up getting irritated by his laughter and complaining.

Mu, its because you dont make Rollo-chan behave, right~? Shuuya, you idiooooot. (Rebecca)

I shouted. But, in front of the guild, cat-chan allowed me to hug her.
I buried my face in her far too cute, soft belly.
At this time I had the fleeting hope that I might be able to join his party from now on as well.
However, when we left the guild after handing in the requests,

Rebecca, what are you going to do afterward? (Shuuya)

I think I will go back home now. What about you, Shuuya? (Rebecca)

I will return to my inn after checking out the city a bit. (Shuuya)

Aww, I guess our test period as a party has come to an end.
Lets join up again, such strong words didnt come out of my mouth.
But, I understood. Although Shuuya had little experience in labyrinths, hes a remarkable lancer who can use magic as well as being a top-notch master of martial arts.
Although I had confidence in my magic, it fell apart like a pyramid of goblets.
A superior person such as him has no reason to join up with me, who cant do anything besides magic, after all.
It cant be helped. Though its regrettable.

I see. Thenthe test party ends here, doesnt it? (Rebecca)

Thats right. (Shuuya)

Alright. I would be happy if we could join up again in the future. (Rebecca)

I said diplomatically while revealing a forced smile.
I have also the job of selling black tea at Betty-sans house, so it will be fine even if we dont form a party.

Yeah, thats fine. I will rely on you again next time. (Shuuya)

Got it. See you then. (Rebecca)

I might have earned some money in the labyrinth that day, but Betty-san was already old, so I had to do my best at selling tea.
The party with all its fun ended at that point.
I dropped my shoulders and went back home through the free market.
My home is inside a small alley right before the free market.
Its a small place.
But, its something my mum and dad left behind.

My dads name is Hito Ibhin.
He was a survivor of the Great Belfaritz Empire, an excellent wizard, and an elven adventurer.
But, he became someone who didnt return home after diving into the labyrinth.
My mums name is Popla. She was a human adventurer who had a magician occupation that was strong with fire magic, butshe passed away due to sickness.
Thats why Im currently living by myself.
But, Im not too lonely.
I was allowed to work as a tea seller at Betty-sans shop from when I was a child, its right next to my home, at the edge of the free market, but it gets a lot of clients.
I dropped my knapsack and took off the labyrinth equipment.
I changed into a body-suit with a frilly v-neck and a ruffled skirt, and headed to Betty-sans store.

Rebecca, did you come back already? (Betty)

Betty-san, who was tending the store inside, called out to me after noticing my presence.

Yeah. Today, you know, I really managed to join a party, okay? It was with a strong lancer! (Rebecca)

I chirp while raising my index finger in excitement.

Ooh, thats nice, thats nice. I was getting worried. All this time you were diving into the labyrinth by yourself (Betty)

Fufu, I told you its okay. Even though I might look like this, I passed the Magic Academy as the runner-up. (Rebecca)

Yeah, yeah, I know all that. You didnt become the top student due to discrimination against halfs, right? Now, now, I know that already, so will you tend the store today as well? (Betty)

Betty-san laughed in her usual way and moved inside the store.
Recently she goes to rest in her room almost as soon as I get here.
Given that shes a granny, her body is becoming weaker. Im worried.
Thats why I have to do my best at tending the store!
And then after running the store for a while,

Yo, Rebecca. Youre not in the labyrinth again today, tending the store instead, eh?

This guy again, huh?I thought. The man with the frog face.
These days he comes in to the store every day

Shut up. Are you going to buy something or not? (Rebecca)

I wonder what I should do?

Rebecca sighs, Go somewhere else, youre just hindering business here!

I wave my arm, making it obvious that he should get out of here.

If I get you to accept a date with me, I guess I can even buy the most expensive black tea, Rebecca.

Theres no freaking way that I will go on a date with someone like you; I hate you.
Though, yeah, if it was Shuuya, I would gladly accompany him
Whaa Huh? I just thought about Shuuya there

Shut your trap. Its not like youre going to buy anything anyway. Just quit it or do you want me to burn you? (Rebecca)

Due to the rift between my ideal and reality, I shot venom at him after getting irritated.

Man, how scary. Time for me to run away then.

The frog-faced man left.
The way he looked at my feetit was slightly scary.
But, since hes gone away obediently, I feel relieved. Oh, its another client.

Please give me three bags of this intermediate breakfast black tea .

Okay. Rad Tea with lower quality, the first flush. Here you go. Its three large copper coins. (Rebecca)

I close the shop after selling one of Inbetween, First Flush, and Second Flush, all of which are high-classed tea leaves cultivated on the Rad Pass of the Lightning Spirit.
I might get praised by Betty-san. I wonder whether I will be given a rise in my wages.

Betty-san, Im going to leave the sales of the shop here. (Rebecca)

Yeah, Im sorry. Oh, it looks like you did sell a lot today. Thanks. You know, you are a beauty if you dont open your mouth, Rebecca. As a shop assistant, you are the best. (Betty)

I feel like theres a lot I want to comment on there, but I cant complain to you, Betty-san.

No, thats not true. They sell because your stock of tea is high quality, Betty-san. (Rebecca)

Kakaka, arent you saying something nice there? I think I will raise your wages for this month. (Betty)

Whoopee!

Yaaay, thanks, Betty-san! (Rebecca)

Ah, thats dangerous. Your clothes will get stuck at the edge of a shelf (Betty)

Kyaaa, ouch! (Rebecca)

I fell down.

Geeze, I told you so. What a scatterbrain you are. You have to properly pick up my valuable potted plants. Well, I guess its alright since no bags with tea leaves were dropped. If they had, the talk about a rise in your wages would have been a thing of the past. (Betty)

Uuh, it huuurt. So these dead potted plants and black tea are more important than me, eh?

Ahahagreat. They didnt fall down (Rebecca)

Now then, I will eat something. Rebecca, are you going to eat with me? (Betty)

Ah, yeah. (Rebecca)

She gets angry easily, but Betty-obaachan3is kind.
Since I had been wondering about it for a long time, I tried asking her about this fallen, old plant.

Betty-san, why are you still decorating the potted plants with dead wood? (Rebecca)

Nn, thats also important for you, Rebecca. (Betty)

For me? Thats odd, Betty-san. Just how does this dead wood connect to me? (Rebecca)

I got slightly angry.

Fufun, I see, you dont understand? That planted tree is old, but it still hasnt died. Take a good look at the roots. (Betty)

Betty-san revealed her peculiar, deep smile.
Its annoying, but just as I was told, I move the dry leaves of the planted tree aside and look at the roots.
Ah, shes right.
There are small, green leaves there.
Is she saying that this is her?

There are leaves (Rebecca)

Correct. If you pour your love into them, even old trees will bloom. (Betty)

Love, huh?

Yeah (Rebecca)

Just like this old-looking tree, there are many wounded humans, elves, and half-elves. There are all sorts of unfortunate people out there: War orphans, children without limbs, children who cant use their mouth, unfortunate children who loiter around due to hunger, youths who have fallen into banditry without any hope, children who have been turned into slaves. There are also greedy slave traders who try various rationalizations for spending their time like dried wood. Among those hurt people, there are some who might choose death, unable to bear life. But, the Rebecca in front of me has overcome the early death of both of her parents and continues to live energetically, beautifully, happily, joyfully, cheerfully and brightly while even overcoming the sadness of parting with those stunning leaves that are growing on the branches. Thats what makes you Rebecca. You are my important guardian deity and my blessing. As long as the gods make use of you, Rebecca, I cannot help but stay alive to make the life given to me worthwhile, so (Betty)

I cried after hearing Betty-sans feelings.

Im sorry, Betty-san (Rebecca)

Haha, you are so foolish. Now, dont cry and come here so that we can eat together. (Betty)

Besides working as a shop assistant in the store, I also went to the guild every day and had a staring contest with the request boards. After several days of this, something different happened.
Gazing at the important points on the party applicationsI wanted to form one, but since I couldnt, I wouldnt.
If I kept at it even as soloer, I would be able to hunt monsters some.
But, in my mindif I can meet that lancer again, Shuuya, was it?
Thats what I was thinking.
And when I was choosing requests in the guild, the gods apparently granted my wish. I was addressed by Shuuya, the person I had been thinking about.
It seemed that he would let me join his party again.
I was really, really happy. So happy that I fumbled my words.
And then I was surprised when he introduced his party members to me.
Shuuya had a slave, there was a woman in a wheelchair called Eva as well, she also had a nasty nickname like me.
Then we chose requests for monster subjugation and magic stone collection before we moved on to deciding the partys name; everyone contributed ideas.
I loved that kind of atmosphere.
Shuuya rejected and rejected while grinning. He didnt take my idea into consideration either, but the flavor chat was really fun.
Even though it was an instant of coming together and being noisy, to me it felt like an eternity.
Eventually, Shuuya, who stared at black cat-chan, made a suggestion with a satisfied expression and Shuuyas idea of Innocent Arms was set as our name.
I dont understand the meaning, but I do think its nice.
Us Innocent Arms headed into the labyrinth and were able to advance while doing well with the hunting.

To put it into simple words, the battles in the labyrinth were amazing.
We defeated the spawned monsters one after the other, advancing smoothly.
I havent experienced a party that was able to hunt and progress at such speed.
Though Im no good judge since I havent joined many parties.
But, I think it was fast, and everyone agreed with my opinion.
Moreover, riding on the momentum, we challenged a rare monster room.
A Black Sweet Water Snake spawned there.
Its a big snake with whiskers, that released Black Sweetwater.
Shuuya amply demonstrated his true abilities as a lancer here.
Of course, I fired my spells desperately, too, but Shuuya was several levels above me.
Using his halberd he called Magic Halberd, he sliced the big head off of the Black Sweet Water Snake with a swoosh as if chopping fruit.
It was really a chain of surprises.
There are humans who easily defeat A-rank monsters after all.
Its possible he might not be a human, but I didnt ask right then.
I mean, Im a half-elf myself.
I dont like to talk about my race.
But, but, for a silver treasure chest to appear, that was a huge shock.
Apparently, I got a nosebleed out of excitement.
Moreover, Shuuya gave me an item.
To be precise, he split the loot with everyone without trying to hog it all for himself.
Hes kind.
He might be the type that isnt fixated on money.
He even gave his part of the loot to his slave. But well, that might be for the sake of raising her combat power.
Since he couldnt say so honestly though, I criticized Shuuya by messing around and poking fun at him when we had a break.
And then, after we finished hunting the monsters for the requests, us Innocent Arms safely returned to the surface.
We got our reward at the guild and had the highly-anticipated item appraisal performed.
I think I was giggling to myself when we did it.
I got my hands on a magic wand and a large amount of gold coins
Because it was the first time I had obtained such a large reward since becoming an adventurer, I believe it couldnt be helped, but at this point, I was already drooling over Shuuya, sending him an intense lovestruck gaze.
Since I was acting like that, I couldnt admonish Shuuya for his perverted look either.
But who cares, Im happy. Fufufufu.
It looks like he will soon tackle the magic treasure map from the silver chest, and he will apparently invite me at that time again.
Naturally, I was all smiles.
I left the guild walking on air; I was so enthusiastic that I started skipping like a surprised Strange Bird Rucook.
On the road in front of the guild, all of us discussed what we are going to do from now on.
Because Shuuya said that he wants to go to the market, I decided to offer to act as his guide.
But, Eva told Shuuya that she wants to speak to him alone She might plan to properly confess to him.
Even in the labyrinth Eva showed an easily readable attitude and gazed at him with eyes full of love.
To do something Im not capable of so honestly, Eva is amazing.
Im certain that she loves Shuuya very much.
If so, she will beat me to the punch.
What should I do?
As I waited and held such faint glimmers of love, Shuuya returned without a hitch.
Since I was curious, I tried asking him about it.

So, what did you talk about with Eva? (Rebecca)

Shuuya turned his gaze on his slave.
Why? Is she related to it? Or is Viine
Shuuya revealed a slightly strained smile.

Ah, it was something private. I told Eva the location of the inn where Im staying. And that Im going to leave her a message in the party box via letter. (Shuuya)

She might have confessed after all.
Or possibly they might have made a lewd promise with each other.

Something like that (Rebecca)

It feels as if he dodged the question. Though thats just my intuition as a woman.
In order to not let it show on my face too much, I guided us to the free market through alleys while harboring complicated feelings. But suddenly, we got attacked by strangers.
The majority of the attackers were defeated by Shuuya.
Even those who came from behind were swiftly dealt with by Viine and Rollo-chan.
I felt relieved.
But, I wonder, why did we get attacked?
As I was pondering that, arrows faster than my eyes could follow slammed into Shuuya.
As his face and neck got pierced, fresh blood spraying out through the air.
Aaaaah! Quickly, a potion!The instant I thought that my field of vision went dark.
I fainted. When I came to, I was woken up by Shuuya in an unfamiliar house.

Nuu~ Huuuuuh? Wheres this? Aaaaah! (Rebecca)

Ah, shouldnt Shuuya have been injured? The arrows hit his neck and face!

Shuuya, your face and neck should have beenstabbed? (Rebecca)

I shot up and stared at Shuuyas face.
Huh? Theres no injury? Did he use a potion right away?

If its that, its alright. Look, there are no wounds, right? (Shuuya)

Lie! Its a lie! Show it to me properly! Even though you got pierced by two arrows. Hey, take off your armor and let me check it. (Rebecca)

Geez, Im worried, so I want to look at Shuuyas whole bodyno, its different, I said that out of desperation.
There are no injuries after all. Does he have some kind of regeneration skill?
He might be the owner of a special skill, the ones given to those who are said to have been chosen by the gods. Maybe thats why poison wont work either.

How about now? (Shuuya)

(Rebecca)

Shuuya had taken off his armor and clothes on the upper half of his body.
His nude muscles are so dreamy
Huh? One of the two necklaces hanging there is
The shape on an ancient white star stone.
Why does Shuuya have that?
And yet, Shuuya is adopting a stupid pose.

Why are you moving your chest so strangely? (Rebecca)

Haha, well, just a little, light exercise (Shuuya)

Of course, I know that hes joking around, but since my heads full with thoughts about the necklace, I blurt out words rapid-fire,

Haa? I dont understand. Rather than that, cant you properly show me the necklace youre wearing? (Rebecca)

He displayed the two necklaces for me.
The ladybug necklace.
I snatch it from Shuuyas hand and check its shape once more.

Say, this necklace where did you get it? (Rebecca)

I draw near to Shuuya with the thought ofThis might possibly be

Ah, that, huh? Its something I picked up. (Shuuya)

Picked upeven though I thought that he died in the labyrinth. Ah, he might have been sent outside the labyrinth by a teleportation trap.
If thats the case, it really is dads.

So then this is dads? (Rebecca)

Mmh? Dad? (Shuuya)

I took out the necklaces Im wearing.
If its my parents, they should fit together.
The ladybug I owned connected with the other two ladybugs with a *click*.
It was a family set. Three ladybugs.
Aaaah, for you to come back now, dad
Naturally, my tears came spilling out.

Thats an ancient white star stone? (Viine)

Its Viine. Looks like she knows about it.

Is that the name of the gem? (Shuuya)

It looks like Shuuya doesnt though.

Yeah! (Rebecca)

Deeply moved, I cried while nodding.
He had this necklace
Oh? The decoration, the united ladybugs are shining?
Sparkling insects, ladybugs appeared from the shining decoration and rapidly flew into the air.

The sparkling ladybugs surrounded Shuuya and me as if giving us their blessing.

Master!? (Viine)

Nyao?

Whats this? Its mysterious.

Its alright, just watch. (Shuuya)

Shuuya said to Viine and Rollo-chan with a calm voice.
We were hidden by a curtain of faint white light.
It continued all the way to the ceiling.
Getting a bit anxious, I hug Shuuya.
As I hugged him, the curtain shifted as if its radiance was blurring.
An illusion was created. Eh? Dad, mum?
Ah, my small figure from when I was a child is projected as well

Dad, mom (Rebecca)

I naturally stretched out my hands.

This is, Miracle of Spirits? (Viine)

Yes, this is a miracle. Rollo-chan chases the small ladybugs, full of energy.
Suddenly a voice reverberated in my head.

Thank you, holder of light and darkness. For you have delivered my feelings to my daughter

Its dads voice.

N-No, its just by chance. (Shuuya)

Hes talking with Shuuya.

As expected of a soul owning the light attribute. Your humility is wonderful. But, you didnt know, did you? That you have been using and carrying light spirits with you like this, and that possessing both the light and darkness attribute makes you a rare, special being. Id like you to tell me your name if you are fine with it.

Its Shuuya Kagari.

I see, Kagari-kun. Thank you for properly delivering my feelings to my daughter through the necklace. And Rebecca, please take a look at the backside of the necklace.

Ok. (Rebecca)

From Eternal love to Popla.
The new words I dedicate my eternal love to Popla and Rebecca are carved in.
Aaaaaaaaaahhh, d-dad.

D-Dad, Ithisthe message has been extended (Rebecca)

Thats right. Im sorry for those words being late.

No, thank you. (Rebecca)

Its dad. Dad, who always looked at me with a gentle expression.

You have grown, havent you? You are already a splendid magician, just like your mother and me.

Yeah. I plan to become an adventurer who surpasses you, Dad. (Rebecca)

I see. Im happy Oh, even if its the soul of a high elf like me, I guess this is the limit, even after cooperating with the light spirits.

The light is starting to become dim. Huh? EH? Why?

Dad! Dont go! I want to talk with you a lot more! (Rebecca)

Haha, I thought that you were a pretty, adult woman who resembles her mother, but I guess you are still a child. Kagari-kun, although shes such a girlplease take care of her.

Ah, yes. (Shuuya)

My hearts filled with feelings of loneliness.
I dont want to be separated from dad again
Just as I did during my childhood, I shook my head, acting selfishly.

Dad, no! I want to keep talking! (Rebecca)

Rebecca, you will become much stronger. The blood flowing through you dates back to the dawn of ancient times, surpassing even the old nobles of Befaritz, no, its even older, its the blood of an immortal high elf. And the great power handed down through the lineage of the Blue Flame God is sleeping within youyou will become happy. Rebecca, my eternal love to you, Popla we are going now

Aaaaaahhh, hes gone. Even though I was able to talk with him, I wish we had more time.
Light spirits, do your best for a bit longer
Contrary to my wish, the ladybugs shining like sparkling stars are vanishing as if a fog is clearing up.
Although it was an instant, it felt like a long time to me.
Each time a grain of light disappears, my heart wilts and my spirit shakes.
Dont leave! However, just like a nice dream doesnt last forever, the ladybugs disappeared like a fleeting illusion.
Huh, a light fragment enters the necklace.
It might be a part of dad. I guess he will be watching over me

Dad (Rebecca)

They are gone, arent they? (Shuuya)

Master, just what was that miracle a moment ago? (Viine)

Viine gazed intently at my necklace.

Theres no need to explain a miracle, is there? The magic power Rebeccas father had was amazing, and because he called himself a high elf, he likely possessed an unknown might. (Shuuya)

Yeah. But, for me to have the blood of a high elf; thats news to me.
I always thought that I was just a simple half-elf I couldnt have even imagined it.
No wonder why I have such weird skills.

Nnn, nyaooo.

Fufu, cute cat-chan.
Her whiskers hang in disappointment.
Looks like shes frustrated about being unable to catch those ladybugs.

Rebecca, are you alright? (Shuuya)

Yeah. I was surprised, butIm happy I got to meet with dad. (Rebecca)

Its great that I kept this necklace with me.
However, for the person I like to possess my parents necklace, I cant think of it as coincidence.
Im sure its because of dad and the Light God Lulodius-sama.

By no means did I expect for my ladybug necklace to be related to Rebeccas necklace. I feel like it wont be settled with the wordcoincidence, but could rather be calledfate. (Shuuya)

Even Shuuya thought something along the lines of it being fate.
Im happyfate.

Yeah, mine and Shuuyas fate? (Rebecca)

I ask, trying to confess my love.
What should I do? My hearts beating fast.

You could say that. But I think thats something only the spirits and gods know about. (Shuuya)

Geeze, only at times like this is that stupid Shuuya serious.
Learn a bit more about a womans heart, is something I cant say yet.
If I did, it would feel like I lost. Humph.
But surely, even sensing a gods hand in this is not weird, I guess.

Certainly, I know what you mean, Shuuya. I think the spirits, who can create miracles like what just happened, and the gods who preside over them are incredible. I believe in Fire Spirit-sama and Fire God-sama, but I wonder whether I should try to believe in the Light Spirit Fortuna-sama and the Light God Lulodis-sama as well. Its still not at the level of calling it faith, but I might go to the church. (Rebecca)

Shuuya scratches his head with its conspicuous black hair,

Haha, well, faith is different for everyone. Id like to be pardoned from believing in something like Buddhas palm actually existing, but its fine for you to think and act freely. (Shuuya)

It seems like hes quite open-minded in regards to religion.
I also believe that its up to everyone to think for themselves.
Theres no obligation.
But, I dont know the phraseBuddhas palm.
They might be words used in some religious papers.
I guess Shuuya has traveled to various places, so his knowledge is surprisingly extensive, isnt it?

Buddha? I dont know who that is, but I think you are right. Yeah. But, since I love the fire spirits, I wont cheat on them. (Rebecca)

Since I have the skill called {Divine Protection of Fire}, I try to convince myself.

I also like the water spirits and the water goddess. (Shuuya)

As he spoke, Shuuyas face twitched a bit.

Thats right. Ones own attribute is important after all. (Rebecca)

Even though I didnt say anything. Weird Shuuya. I ended up laughing a bit.

By the way, its a sudden topic change, butwhats Buu-tan? (Shuuya)

Eh? Eeeeeh!? Why do you know about Buu-tan? (Rebecca)

Uuuh, why does he know about that? He hasnt been in my room?

You mentioned it while sleeping. (Shuuya)

Waaah, Im so stupid, how embarrassing.

A puppet. Im always sleeping together with it (Rebecca)

Ah, something like that (Shuuya)

Shuuya averted his eyes with a sidelong glance.
Uuh, somehow it feels like hes pitying me
Im happy that he rescued me, but I feel like I lost.

After that, I actually led them to the free market, this time.
Fufu, riding Rollo-chans Horse Lion mode, I ended up embracing Shuuya tightly from behind.
Since it looked like he was thinking about something lewd,

Wait a moment? You cant be thinking about something rude, are you? (Rebecca)

I warned him. Fufu~n.
Once we arrived at the free market, I led him to Betty-sans store since he said that he wanted to see the place where Im working.
There are several shops selling black tea, but I wonder, is he interested in tea?

Oh, Rebecca, is that the magic spear user, you mentioned, the one whose party you joined recently? (Betty)

I introduced him to Betty-san.

Yes, Im called Shuuya Kagari. I have formed a party with Rebecca. (Shuuya)

I see, I see. Please take care of Rebecca. (Betty)

Yes. (Shuuya)

Well then, Betty-san. Im going to guide him to the free market, okay? (Rebecca)

Be on your way then. And make him properly yours. (Betty)

I ended up getting cheered on, thanks Betty-san.
Once we left through the storefront and had a chat about various sweets, ah, its that guy
The frog-faced man approached.

Aint that Rebecca? Leading a man around, what are you up to? No way, is he your boyfriend?

Shut up. Dont come over here! (Rebecca)

Hey, hey, thats nasty. So, whos that guy?

The frogman pointed a finger at Shuuya while glaring.

That has nothing to do with you. Go somewhere else and get lost. (Rebecca)

I said with a strong tone and extended my arm and flicked my wrist, hoping hed vanish.

Tsk, a man, eh? Even though I had my eyes on you first. You over there, just what are you!? Get away from Rebecca!

The frogman was picking a fight with Shuuya
Hes an incorrigible idiot.

Those arent the words you use after appearing suddenly, are they? What is your relationship with Rebecca? (Shuuya)

Im Rebeccas man.

Thats a lie! Shuuya, help me. (Rebecca)

On the spur of the moment, I ask Shuuya for help.

Dont worry, I will. Hey frogman, you seem to be unwanted here. Its no good to be conceited, you know? (Shuuya)

Thats a fucked up line. Shit, shit, shit! Dun act like anikemenwhen you have such a flat face thats spouting such crap

Ah, at this moment I had a hunch that the frogman was going to die.
Its a bad idea to draw your weapon with Shuuya as an opponent.
Im aware of it: Hes usually a kind pervert, but
He has no mercy for enemies.
Even in the labyrinth, he was going to kill the adventurers who had slandered me at first.

Master, shall I squash that frog? (Viine)

Viines expression was extremely cold
I wonder if Shuuya can handle such a scary woman as a slave.

No, I will deal with him. (Shuuya)

Shuuya makes the violet, unique-looking halberd appear and forcefully sweeps it upwards as if handling a broom. The blue crystal stuck into the frogmans nether region and he toppled over onto his back.
Wow, a ball-busting lancer.
It was unnecessary for me to worry
If its Shuuya, it looks like he will be fine even if he had to deal with Viine.

Ahyaaah!

I cant watch the frogman
Even though I thought that I still peek at him through my fingers. A yucky liquid is sticking to the blue crystal ueeeh.
The frog falls to the ground with the whites of his eyes showing.
While donning a cold-hearted and merciless expression, Shuuya generated an ice blade from the halberds end and slices the fallen frogmans knee with it.

Gyaaaaa!

No pity.
The frogman is thrashing around on the street, looking pathetic.

Rebecca, did I go too far? (Shuuya)

No, thank you for saving me. Its fine. I dont think that anyone will help him. After all, he was always bragging about being the guy who took control of this part of the area. (Rebecca)

I see. Then lets leave him be. (Shuuya)

Yeah. (Rebecca)

I will dispose of him if he turns into a corpse.
There must not be any evidence if the guards come.
But, since everyone in the neighborhood is my acquaintance, I dont think that they will call the guards.
Even the pickpocket group that has ties to the frogman probably isnt stupid enough to contact the guards themselves.
While pondering such things, I guided Shuuya until we were right in front of the free market.

The real market starts here. As you can see, various things are up for sale. But, since there are many people, make sure to not have your luggage stolen. Be cautious of pickpockets. (Rebecca)

Pickpockets, eh? Got it. Rather than that, was it really okay to leave the guy just now lying there? (Shuuya)

As he says so, Shuuya comes close to me.
Is he worried about me? He bends down and brings his face in close with its serious look.
My heart beats fast. If hes doing that on purpose, hes already a genius at it.
Fufu, I know that its not intentional though.
I couldnt hold it back anymore and naturally took action.

Its alright. Thanks (Rebecca)

I kissed Shuuyas cheek while standing on my tiptoes.
After quickly smiling so that he doesnt see through my embarrassment,

This is your reward. You dont have to protect me so excessively. Well then, my guidance stops here. Shuuya, Viine, see ya~. (Rebecca)

I said while putting my silver wand behind my back.

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Yeah, see you again. (Shuuya)

Yes.

Ah, make sure to call me when you are going to follow the map, okay? I will check the guild every day after tomorrow. (Rebecca)

Got it. (Shuuya)

Im satisfied to see the smile of my beloved.
It was a kiss I selfishly gave him of my own devices, but I could feel the clogged-up emotions being released through the holes in my heart; I think that the faint beard growing on his cheeks was cute.
My heart is still beating fast.
These feelings are the real deal. I feel like I finally found what I was looking for.
My blood is boiling with the wisdom of a high-elf and the passion of love!
Fufu~n, I might be a genius. Minstrel-like words naturally came to me.
Alright, lets go back home and give a greeting to Betty-san.
Tomorrow I will take my money and go shopping for magic scrolls, clothesah, first up are those new, delicious sweets Fufu.

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