𝐊𝐢𝐝’𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧
Kid was getting irritated.
The Demon of 『Lust』Florentia hasn’t come. Even after Nisrok called again, he couldn’t get in touch with her.
They probably didn’t expect the Ogre to be defeated. Knowing that Nisrok and Leivinia have been swayed by humans, they seem to be avoiding careless contact.
Kid was walking through the town beneath the castle, visibly frustrated.
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“. . . . . .Tch.”
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He couldn’t stop clicking his tongue.
Thinking of having a drink, he entered a nearby bar and ordered a drink at the counter.
The bar master was polishing a glass.
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“Scotch. And whatever you have for snacks.”
“Alright.”
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Amber-colored liquid was steadily poured into a glass with round ice.
The snack was cheese and nuts. He wanted something sweet but didn’t specify.
Kid takes a sip from his rock glass.
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“. . . . . .”
“Sir. . . . . .something happened?”
“Huh?. . . . . .Well, sort of.”
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As the bar master polished a glass, he spoke to Kid.
There was no point in taking it out on the master here. Kid finished his scotch and asked for another.
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“You have a good drink pace.”
“Thanks.”
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The master poured another scotch for Kid.
Kid rarely gets drunk. Since becoming a ‘Parasitic type,’ not only has Kid’s body become robust, but he’s also become resistant to injuries, illnesses, and even alcohol.
So, he drinks strong alcohol and gets just a little tipsy. Kid liked that feeling.
The master tried to engage in conversation.
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“Have you heard about the S-class story from Asgard Summoning Academy?”
“Yeah. . . . . .I know.”
“It’s amazing. A fifteen-year-old named Albero Rushout surpassed twenty-one summoners. He was honored for his achievements in demon subjugation and was awarded a medal and title.”
“. . . . . .”
“Twenty-one summoners, and a title surpassing them. . . . . .Albero Rushout, the 『Joker』! Wow. . . . . .impressive for a kid.”
“He’s not a kid. Not to me.”
“Huh?”
“He’s strong. Tch. . . . . .I’m not even sure I could win against him now. Damn, things turned out just like he said. Maybe it’s my turn to surpass him next.”
“W, Whoa, you know Albero Rushout?”
“Yeah, kinda. . . . . .”
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Kid places a gold coin on the counter.
It’s a lot, but he doesn’t seem to want any change and gets up to leave.
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“Hey, your change!”
“Don’t need it. Consider it a thanks for the good talk.”
“Good talk?. . . . . .Wait, have I seen you. . . . . .Oh!”
“Thanks for the drink. I’ll be back.”
“Hey, are you! The S-class. . . . . .”
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Before the master could say anything more, Kid left the bar.
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◇◇◇◇◇◇
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Albero・Rushout was reading a book in his dormitory room.
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“Sigh. . . . . .”
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More than a month had passed since Ogre’s invasion.
Albero・Rushout had become overly famous.
He received a medal, a reward, and even a title of 『Joker』 from the king.
And as the country began to calm down, he was swamped with interview requests. Last time, he was held back at the school gates, but this time, reporters managed to sneak into the premises.
Thus, the school decided to hold a press conference. They asked for patience until then.
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“A press conference. . . . . .What should I talk about?”
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The venue for the press conference was the largest newspaper company in Asgard Kingdom, named “Yggdrasil.”
There, he had to answer questions about the demon subjugation and himself. It was a tedious task.
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“Hey! Are you there?”
“Hmm. . . . . .What is it, Leivinia?”
“It’s mealtime! Come on, hurry up!”
“Alright, alright.”
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The demon of 『Envy』, Leivinia, entered his room without knocking.
Leivinia, who was now being taken care of in this dormitory, had a changed appearance.
Her white hair turned black, her tan skin turned pale, the horns disappeared, and she was dressed in cute clothes.
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Nisrok did the same, changing his appearance to blend in with humans.
This was due to the efforts of one of the twenty-one summoners, “Lover” Empusa, the number one makeup artist in Asgard Kingdom. Albero could only be grateful to Garnet, who had arranged for Empusa’s help. Apparently, Leivinia’s disguise was modeled after “Albero・Rushout’s younger sister.” Nisrok’s disguise was similar.
Everyone, including Kid, was gathered in the dining hall.
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“You’re late! It’s going to get cold.”
“Sorry, Ashe. So, let’s eat.”
“Albero, I also helped peel the vegetables, you know?”
“Ah, the way Ojou-sama peeled the potatoes was quite disastrous.”
“Haha. I helped out too.”
“Nisrok, wake up!”
“Huh?! Ugh. . . . . .Little sis, wake me up gently.”
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Ashe was visibly annoyed, Lapis puffed her chest out, Kid teased, and Ridelle smiled wryly.
Leivinia was kicking a sleeping Nisrok on the sofa.
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“Fufu. This is fun.”
“Yeah. . . . . .it’s gotten lively here.”
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Yorha was there, as always.
Albero sat next to Yorha.
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“Let’s eat.”
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As Albero said that, everyone started eating.
It was a noisy yet enjoyable meal. Remembering his former F-class, Albero laughed.
For now, he could forget the upcoming press conference and simply enjoy the moment.
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