“Fuu, as expected, it wasn’t much,” Nataira said after defeating the Illusion Succubus, who had been impersonating Lyra.
This one-on-one battle felt like a rehearsal for the duel, with magic used sparingly. Fifteen-year-old Hero Kaito watched, his cheeks flushed, mesmerized by her splendid fan techniques and her great victory.
(So, he’s fallen for her, huh?)
Was it love at first sight? Or perhaps, love at first battle?! It was true, that dance was both beautiful and cool. And at the same time, the lines of her body… yes, it was easy to understand how a naive young boy’s heart would be stolen.
(Perhaps the sweat trickling down her tanned skin was also a nice accent?)
Or maybe the glasses were the appeal. Kaito, feeling nervous, called out to Nataira as she returned.
“Ah, a-a-a-a-ah…” “Lady Nina, my level went up!” “Hmm, you appraised yourself, did you?” “Yes!!”
Oh, I should put away the enemy. Well, the magic stones alone should be fine, yes. As I was about to head to the Boss Room, in the center of the area, towards the now-decoy carcass…
“Mr. Deles!” “Ah, yes, you’ve gotten stronger.” “With this, I can tell off those who betrayed you, Mr. Deles, with “Take That”!!”
Nataira threw her arms around me!
“That’s good. Though we can’t let our guard down,” “Yes, no matter who comes, I’ll win!!” “I’m counting on you. I’ll win too, in the end.”
While patting her head, I pondered who might choose Nataira as their duel opponent. Older Sister Ric would probably choose Lady Nina, so who else…
(She’s rubbing against my chest.)
Seeing this, Kaito looked a bit dumbfounded. Ah, right.
“Um, Kaito?” “W-what is it, Master!!” “No need for ‘Master’ already… this is Nataira, my sixth wife.”
Ah, he looks shocked!
“Yes, I’m Mr. Deles’ wife!!” “S-so… that’s how it is.” “Didn’t I tell you? Sorry.”
Lady Nina gently patted Kaito’s shoulder from behind.
“In my party, everyone is basically Deles’ fiancée or mistress.” “So, that’s how it… was.”
He should seek comfort from the two Cat Beastkin! But setting that aside.
“Then, Nataira, let’s do some light practice for when your duel opponent requests a magic battle.” “Yes, where shall we do that?” “Lady Nina, shall we return to the preparation island for now?” “That sounds good.”
Yes, returning to the topic of Nataira’s duel opponent, Harvey is a Tamer, so his opponent would be Helen or Otuha. Therefore, it would be either Mijuki or Frau… a magic battle is also possible.
“Come to think of it, Anju isn’t here today.” “About that, her graduation ceremony is the day after tomorrow.” “What? Isn’t that the day of the duel?” “I’ll quickly finish it in the morning.”
Then, perhaps it’s a farewell party or something.
“Should I go?” “Yes, apparently there’s an important talk that includes guardians.” “Guardians, you say?” “Let’s go, Clarice and Deles and I.”
That’s fine, but what could this important talk be?!
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Meanwhile, Ric and the others were at Chanmio’s “Cutie Island” hideout…
“Harvey, where have you been wandering off to?!” “Ugh, I’m sorry~” “Ric, it seems he went to the Adventurer Guild.”
Hearing Frau’s words, Harvey flinched. Mijuki didn’t miss his reaction.
“…What business did you have there?” “W-well, you know, I hadn’t done the proper… procedures or anything!” “You can do that after the duel is over! Hurry and practice with the Taming Monster!” “U-um!!”
Ric swung her Pride Sword with all her might.
“…Just you wait, Deles. This Ric is the only true Older Sister to Deles. I’ll prove that only this Ric can be the Main Wife… Hmph!!”
The two from “Cutie Island” were watching secretly from afar.
“Karna, she’s no good, is she?” “Yeah, she’s got nothing but distractions, leaving openings.” “But you know, if Ric really made an opening for Deles… impossible, though.”
Two days left until the duel…!!
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“Whoa, she’s quite something.” “What’s with this off-the-charts strength?!” “My cat punch isn’t hitting at all nya~”
Back on the departure island, in the open area (beach), I was having a mock battle with two young Cat Beastkin girls. They were Kaito’s attendants, Kahl (black fur) and Hyori (red-brown fur).
(In terms of combat experience, they’re above Kaito.)
They’re surprisingly strong. It makes sense they’re his bodyguards.
“I’m even limiting my equipment, you know!!” “That Level 100 Mantle was really real, huh!” “It’s been a while since I’ve seen a Human this strong nya~ This is fun nya~”
…If Kaito joins us, would these two come with him too… N-no, I don’t have that kind of fetish for beastkin, I swear!
“Opening!” “Ugaaaah!!”
I took a Cat Upper from Kahl!
“Deles.” “Yes, Lady Nina!” “You got distracted.” “…I’ll be careful!!”
I should be thankful it wasn’t against Ric.
“Then, please endure a bit longer!” “Understood.” “Yes nya!!”
Yes, I need to get my own training in order too…!!!
