Hearing the comments around him and the scorching gazes that were gradually coming towards him, Roland withdrew his sword and let Esther transform into a girl again, standing quietly beside him.
Even though he has seen Esther's transformed weapon, the pure and holy girl can undoubtedly attract greater enthusiasm than the cold holy sword.
Among them, Aisi, who was obviously still immersed in complex emotions mixed with failure and the past, was the one who was most attracted.
"You're not hurt, are you?"
Roland tilted his head, with a victor's smile on his face, took hold of Ace's soft and slender wrist, and pulled her up.
And this familiar scene once again made the girl lose her mind. She didn't resist at all, and she didn't regain control of her body. She was lifted up like a rag doll. After staggering a few steps, she fell directly into Roland's arms. In arms.
Such a naturally stupid person was completely beyond Roland's expectations, but he still subconsciously hugged Aisi's slender waist.
Perhaps because it was the first time she was treated like this by the opposite sex, or perhaps because Roland's figure overlapped with the past in her memory, the slim and slim Ais did not resist, but just twisted her body casually.
One of Roland's hands was still held by Esther, and he could only hold Esther with one hand. The distance between him and Esther was very close, so that Esther's seemingly unintentional struggle made him fully feel the wonderful touch. The girl's unique fragrance also constantly stimulated Roland's emotions.
While twisting, the girl's upright buttocks kept rubbing against Roland's hand around her waist.
But before Roland could maintain this subtle feeling, Esther spoke in a voice without any fluctuations.
"Lord Roland, did Esther do well?"
Obviously no emotion could be heard, and there was no wave on her pretty face, but Esther's eyes started to waver, making people feel as if she had been wronged in some way.
"Of course, Esther is my most proud sword."
Although he did not dare to say that he understood women's feelings, Roland also knew that the fact that Esther did not call her by her usual master was proof of her temper.
Therefore, he retracted his hand with a little regret and began to calm down his sword.
However, even without Esther as an interlude, this situation cannot continue.
"Aistan!"
Loki rushed over and hugged Esther. Although she was also very interested in the delicate and lovely Esther, she did not lose her sense of proportion. Loki, who knew many inside stories, had put away his usual hang-up. On the face, the cynical smile, in the eyes that have been squinting
He was also full of energy, stared at Roland, and asked.
"You won. I will not break my promise. You can come to Loki Familia for any request within a reasonable range."
Although Aisi's failure made Loki very sad, as she said before, as a fun-loving person, Loki looked forward to all new and interesting things.
"Then, let's see if you can turn this city upside down."
Like a child who has encountered something interesting, she said with a tone that could not hide her excitement.
"Soon, your name will spread throughout Orario, and countless families will flock to you. Faced with the only hero left in the world, and the immortal spirit that has not been seen for a long time, no god will treat you wrong. Interested in."
"That would be the best."
Roland nodded with satisfaction, smiled slightly, and a look of success flashed in his eyes.
--According to plan completely.
For this world, his main purpose is to find the escaped bonded spirit. Logically speaking, it would be like bringing the fairy spirit to defeat one of the strongest people in Orario. Such a high-profile thing is against common sense, like in The Holy Grail War is the right way to proceed slowly.
But risks and opportunities often coexist. Roland did not feel the presence of the spirit in Orario on the surface. Instead, he detected some clues in the underground city of the Tower of Babel in the center.
To conquer the dungeon, one person's speed is far from enough. Since there is ready power, it would be too wasteful not to use it. What's more, the main line of the dungeon is consistent with his purpose.
He didn't even need to do anything superfluous. He just had to play the role of a hero with peace of mind. With his unstoppable progress, he would naturally attract the attention of the gods and prompt the entire Orario to become active.
Then, when the hero obtains the favor and begins the epic, he only needs to create an enemy that makes everyone alert. Without Roland having to say anything, these adventurers will naturally fight behind the shining hero. evil.
And in the confrontation between good and evil, the spirit of the bond naturally has no way to hide.
With the help of Aisi's influence, the inherent impression of a hero with a fairy spirit must have been very successful. Next... all he needs to do is continue to maintain the same opening as the protagonist.
Thinking like this, Roland glanced at Ais. Although she had gradually recovered from the recent failure, Ais would still lose her mind from time to time. After looking at Roland's eyes, she couldn't help but be startled, and then lowered her eyes, as if guilty. Like a child who made a mistake.
At this moment, the awe-inspiring coldness on her body had completely disappeared, and her face was filled with heart-wrenching affection.
She looked at Roland, with a different kind of light shining in her clear eyes.
"Can you be so strong without favor?"
"I'm a hero. It's natural to be strong," Roland was stunned for a moment and said softly, "Because I have to protect this era. Aren't all heroes in stories like this?"
Upon hearing such words, the confused expression on Ais's face was immediately replaced by sparkling longing, but before she could continue speaking, a voice interrupted her.
"stop--!"
Loki immediately hugged Aisi's waist and looked at Roland warily: "You brat, you want to become a hero. If you don't have money, I can help you. If you don't have equipment, I can ask other familiar gods to help you build it. But Only our Aisitan, don’t even think about it!”
"thump--!"
Before Loki could finish his words, Ais had already punished his main god with a ruthless iron fist. With his divine power sealed, Loki suffered such a heavy blow. Loki suddenly collapsed like a salted fish and was beaten by Ais. Carrying it with one hand like luggage.
"Thank you so much for your hard work."
"Um……"
Ais also nodded, recognizing Roland's words. Even though she knew that Loki was very kind to her, she would let this weird god take advantage of him once he gave in. Therefore, even though he was the main god, Loki was still in the family. There is quite a lack of dignity in his daily actions.
Although she seemed to want to say something more, looking at the crowd gradually gathering around her, Ais finally just said a simple goodbye and left quickly with Loki.
And after her figure completely disappeared, Esther also spoke in an ethereal voice.
"That girl has a deep connection with the spirits."
The elves in Esther's words are exactly the fairies in the words of adventurers in this world.
"Ah..." Roland nodded clearly, "Who said she is the descendant of a fairy? There is nothing we can do about it."
"Heir?"
Esther, who had always been expressionless, suddenly raised his head and looked up at Roland with a curious expression.
"Can fairies also have heirs?"
Fairies are pure creatures, often composed of a single element. Therefore, this race has no ability to reproduce.
"I'm not very clear about the process, but after all, it's the fairy responsible for delivering miracles. If this happens, it's not impossible. Just like Esther always thought that she would never be contracted again. Same thing, didn’t you also meet me?”
Esther looked at Roland thoughtfully, then raised her young and pretty face to look at him.
"Then, can Esther also have children with his master?"
"Eh?"
Roland's face froze, he looked at Esther intently, and finally gave a helpless smile.
"At least we have to wait until we really find that method. Although I have similar technology, it is not mature. But why does Esther think so?"
"Because this is proof that Esther belongs to the master," Esther's voice was still clear when mentioning this matter, but a blush appeared on her cold face unconsciously.
"Ester is the sword that belongs to the master, and is the owner's possession. There are both fairy and human blood in that girl's body. This is the best proof of the eternal contract between master and slave."
"Then just wait with hope, Esther."
As if coaxing a child, Roland put his hand on her silky silver hair and stroked it gently.
"Well……"
Although he didn't seem satisfied with Roland's answer, Esther, who had his head pressed, still narrowed his eyes and lowered his head in satisfaction.
Very easy to handle...
Roland looked at Esther with a smile and looked around casually.
Because a large section of the guild, which was a symbol of order, had been chopped off, there were already dark groups of adventurers outside blocking all the exits and tentatively looking inside the guild.
As Roland's deeds became more and more outrageous, no member of the family dared to be the first to try and invite Roland.
Even the receptionist who re-entered the guild and began to take stock of the mess could only look at Roland with awe, but did not dare to get close.
But Roland didn't seem to realize what he had done. He held Esther and greeted Eina familiarly.
"Miss Eina, you're back. I'm so sorry for destroying the guild like this."
"Anyway, the Loki Familia has assumed all responsibilities and compensation," Aina said, still a little embarrassed.
"It's all because of my mistake that you were involuntarily exposed to the public. It's obvious that you don't intend to join the Familia. Now, I'm afraid it will be difficult to avoid those gods..."
"It doesn't matter, I changed my mind."
Roland didn't care at all, "Going to the dungeon without favor is just a means, not an end. Now, I have received the sight of the gods and the awe of the adventurers. Naturally, this moment is the same as the other moment."
"If that's the case...Loki-sama is planning to gather familiar gods for a gathering tonight. She specifically asked me to send you this invitation if you want to choose a family."
——
"Is this here?"
Roland looked at the invitation in his hand. There was nothing in it, only a place name.
—Mistress of plenty.
This is a very ordinary-looking, two-story tavern. Second only to Happy Street, it is a good place to relieve stress. There are many such buildings in Orario, and it is also the place where most information is circulated and transmitted.
But to be favored by the Loki Familia, this tavern naturally has its own characteristics.
"welcome."
Roland opened the door and entered the store. He just came out from the counter, holding several exaggerated wine glasses in one hand. The aunt who looked like she was in her forties greeted her skillfully. When she saw Roland, her eyes flashed. Congeal.
"The scheduled guests have arrived and are ready to clear the place."
"No, Aunt Mia!"
When the regular customers who shared tables with each other heard the news, they subconsciously complained, but what they received was an unceremonious reply from the female shopkeeper.
"This is a party hosted by the Loki Familia, and only Lord Gods will attend. Except for special distinguished guests, everyone else should be more self-conscious."
"oh……"
Seeing the black-haired, red-eyed Roland, and the exquisite Esther, combined with today's rumors, the regulars would naturally not get into trouble with this kind of thing, and walked out complaining.
"It turns out it's him...There's nothing we can do about it."
"He is a sword hero after all... My god ran out excitedly when he heard the news."
Sword Hero?
Roland, who unceremoniously found a chair and sat down, was stunned for a moment when he heard the chatter of the guests who were walking out.
"Is it weird?"
The shopkeeper who put the wine glass came over and said with a smile: "Your name has been spread all over Orario, the sword hero with the fairy spirit. To be honest, if the Loki family members hadn't recognized that sword hero, I’m afraid many people still refuse to believe the authenticity of Ji’s defeat.”
"So, great hero, I welcome you to come to my tavern. What would you like to order?"
Roland turned his attention to the store. As the customers left, several pretty shop assistants dressed in Victorian-era maid dresses also gathered together. They stuck their heads out curiously and were looking at her.
"The word condescension is still funny coming from the mouth of level 6. They are obviously adventurers of level 4 or above. Instead of going to the dungeon to make a name for themselves, they come here to work? Your brain circuit is still different from the guys I met before. It’s so similar.”
The female shopkeeper whose old story was revealed stiffened and laughed.
"As expected of a sword hero, we have great eyesight. However, we are just a group of guys who have retired to stay together. How can we compare with a rising star like you who is destined to achieve a great career?"
"It's really unconvincing. It's okay for you guys to be the main force. There aren't many Familia in Orario that are stronger than you."
"It's just a coincidence... Moreover, I am not looking for special people with unspeakable secrets to take in. For example, the waitress in our store is a real ordinary person, Xi'er, here to entertain this hero!"
Aunt Mia said hello, and a charming voice came over.
The girl holding a tray walked out of the back kitchen of the store and looked at Roland in confusion. She had long dull but shiny light gray hair, matching eyes, and skin as fair and delicate as cream. A natural beauty and cuteness that makes her look like the girl next door.
"This one is even more heavyweight..."
Roland twitched the corner of his mouth, raised his head, and the crimson color in his pupils flashed away.
She walked lightly, quickly glanced at Esther next to Roland, came to Roland, and showed a friendly smile.
"Guest, what do you want?"
(End of chapter)
