𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝟕𝟏: 𝐒𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐭 𝐌𝐞𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐚
For about ten days, we traveled through five villages and inn towns, purifying undead monsters along the way.
When we returned to the city of Gaillia, we had become somewhat famous.
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Well, not us, but Meisha.
She was hailed as the Holy Maiden who had saved the villages.
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It was just part of our job. But because Meisha is attractive, she became a hot topic.
With her golden hair, blue eyes, and a chest that never fails to draw men’s attention.
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Despite her elegant demeanor, she eats well and doesn’t shun dirty jokes, which makes her very approachable. She was already popular in the downtown area.
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But I worry about her attracting unwanted attention.
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Indeed.
Seeing her casually join men’s tables at the city’s tavern makes me anxious.
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Men are wolves, aren’t they?
Even as they laugh with a steak in their mouths, they’re sharpening their fangs, aren’t they?
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“In Lionel-san’s case, he’s not jealous of losing his lover, but a mother worrying about her daughter.”
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Jennifer laughed heartily.
We were giving the final report on the mission.
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Everything went smoothly, with no casualties in the village, among other formalities.
But the villages were within day-trip distance and their economic activities hadn’t stopped, so the rumors probably got there before we did.
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Still, reporting is crucial.
Moreover, these are the times to build a good relationship with the guild clerk, especially during successful mission reports.
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If you get along during these times, you’ll be prioritized for good assignments.
Many people underestimate networking, but it’s essential for navigating the world.
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Put yourself in their shoes. If you had a great job on hand, would you give it to someone you didn’t like or someone you’re usually friendly with?
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Clans that don’t get good jobs should reconsider their relationship with the Adventurer’s Guild.
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“I’m not her mother. I’m more like a father.”
“That’s even creepier. There’s only a seven-year difference between you and Meisha.”
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“A seven-year difference is significant. When they were blessed, I was already active as an adventurer.”
“Sure, but a seven-year age difference between a husband and wife isn’t unusual in society.”
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Ugh. . . . . . .
Why does she say things like that?
I try not to think about it.
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“Oh, and congratulations on the completion of the clan house.”
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Jennifer, who had chuckled after seeing my expression, abruptly changed the subject.
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“We’ve finally established a decent living environment.”
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I shrug my shoulders and get on board.
The thing about them is, I don’t want to think about them as men or women.
I’ve seen men ruin their careers by bringing love into their work.
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“It’s a shame we won’t be able to hang out as much anymore.”
“I guess so. When it was just a cabin, nobody thought anything of us spending time together.”
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[Hope] has also become famous.
It’s not good for guild staff to be seen as favoring a specific clan, so it’s not recommended to visit the clan house for fun.
It could lead to unnecessary prying.
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Back when we were living in a cabin, people probably felt sorry for us if we weren’t favored a little.
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“Besides, we’re likely to get busy soon.”
“. . . . . .Another war?”
“I hope it doesn’t come to that.”
“I really hope so. . . . . . . .”
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Jennifer’s face turned slightly somber.
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As expected, an envoy from Count Doros arrived at the Clan House within a couple of days.
They requested an audience with me and Meisha.
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“What could they possibly want with me?”
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After the envoy left, Meisha tilted her head in confusion.
She had never been involved in military discussions before, let alone summoned by Count Doros.
She didn’t understand why she was called.
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Of course, it was pointless to ask the messenger. He was merely carrying a message and wasn’t authorized to answer questions.
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“It’s just like with Asuka. They’re trying to exploit us politically.”
“Do you think they see any value in exploiting a priest?”
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This time, she tilted her head in the opposite direction.
She’s like one of those bobblehead dolls.
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Indeed, priests can be difficult to deal with.
From a political perspective, having a religious power backing you can be very inconvenient. In Meisha’s case, it’s the Supreme God Church. It has a widespread following and a large number of believers on this continent, making it a powerful organization.
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If they were to align themselves clumsily, the church would start interfering in politics.
That’s something Count Doros would want to avoid.
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“In other words, they want Meisha, the [Hope], not Meisha, the priest.”
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I shrug.
The one who saved the neighboring villages was Meisha, the Saint of [Hope]. They probably want to exploit that reputation.
From this, it’s possible to deduce the current situation in the Lintrite Kingdom.
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“So, it’s a situation of. . . . . . “
“I don’t understand complicated matters.”
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Interrupting my words, Meisha clings to my arm.
Her ample chest presses against me, causing a slight jolt in my heart. This is Jennifer’s fault for saying unnecessary things.
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“Whatever happens, Mama Nel will protect me, right?”
“Yeah, of course.”
“That’s all I need.”
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With that, she showed a radiant smile.
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