Dungeon ni Deai wo Motomeru no wa Machigatteiru Darou ka - Volume 03

by Fujino Omori

  “Ah, yes. This is the child that I mentioned before……”

  “I…I am called Liliruca Arde. N…Nice to met you.”

  Towards the gaze that was thrown to her, Lili hurriedly stood up from her chair and bowed.

  Hestia coming here was what she had proposed by herself.

  Her intentions were clear. That is, she wanted to use her own eyes to confirm the Supporter that had a relationship with her own ’s member.

  If she was not fancied by the Goddess, Lili and Bell’s team would likely be forced to disband. Lili, who understood this point in advance, had a nervous expression towards Hestia.

  However, at this time, Bell seemed to have remembered something and muttered “ah”.

  “This is not good. I did not prepare a chair for Kami-sama……”

  “……! What, don’t worry about it! There are so many customers, there should not be a spare chair right? Okay, after Bell-kun sits down, let me sit on your lap!”

  “Ahaha, Kami-sama can also make such a joke. Please wait, I’ll make a request this to a person from this shop.”

  Bell smiled and left. An innocent and pure child’s smile.

  Hanging on the side, Hestia temporarily stopped her actions. Then her twintails shrunk instantly.

  Towards the sad atmosphere that floated around, Lili could not conceal her puzzled expression.

  “……I…Isn’t this for the best. In the beginning, I planned to exclude Bell, there is no problem at all.”

  “Ha, ha.”

  With a slightly stiff cheeks that were dyed crimson, Hestia sat on Bell’s seat.

  Lili also imitated and sat down.

  “Then, let’s end this quickly. That child will return swiftly. There is no need for self-introductions, right? You probably already heard about me from Bell-kun?”

  “Y…Yes.”

  When Lili had noticed that the topic’s initiative was already stolen away from the very beginning, it was already slightly late.

  Even compared to Lili, who was a hobbit and looked young, Hestia was not inferior in terms of innocence and loveliness. It really was wavering between a young girl and a young child.

  However, on the contrary, it was because of that imbalance that placed further emphasis on her overly perfect appearance.

  It was not only adorable, but it also gives of an awe-inspiring feeling. As if it was looking at body that had two contradictory beautiful appearance being present.

  Bathed by the sunlight that passed through the parasols, the pitched-black smooth hair looked a little more glamorous.

  “Let me hear the truth. Supporter-kun, will you still continue to be petty?”

  “??“

  Towards this blunt inquiry that directly questioned the core of the problem, Lili was shaken.

  Hestia’s expressions and eye remained the same. Only that the divinity beside her had rapidly increased.

  Lili knew that she was being probed. Everything was completely seen through.

  There was no stronger evidence than her name not being called out. Considering everything that she did to Bell, this was natural. First, she had to determine whether she could trust this hobbit.

  Thus, Lili had to tell the truth without any lies.

  “I won’t. Lili had already been helped by Bell-sama. I already do not want to do anything that betrays that person.”

  Their sight intersected. Both sides did not have any means to look away. The surrounding bustling sound gradually faded away.

  In front of a God, you cannot lie.

  She did not know where she heard this sentence, but it was true. Lili understood that from the Goddess’s eyes, which seem to see through everything, in front of her.

  As long as she wanted to, she could probably see through all the lies from the people of the Lower World.

  “……Yes, I understand. That sentence I will tentatively believe it.”

  The longest time period for Lili had just ended.

  While she was holding back the impulse from releasing the accumulated air in her lungs out, she slowly relaxed the strength of her shoulders.

  “Supporter-kun, I care deeply about Bell. To the extent that even if I have to place my eyes into the ocean, I will still not feel any pain. As my first dependent, I do not wish to lose him. That is my heartfelt truth.

  Hestia took an interval to breath, then she continued.

  Lili was caught off guard, and she quickly made a listening position.

  “Inquiring about you from Bell-kun was to understand your situation. Of course, I will also include your thieving activities.”

  “……”

  “I have never thought of sympathizing with you, after all, since everything had ended. Thus I will not say anything overboard……Only.”

  The next part was the main topic, it seems like Hestia had accumulated her advantage for the following words.

  “If you make the same mistakes again, and you put that child at risk again……I will not easily let you go.”

  ??Lili’s body became stiff.

  In that instant, she did not even remember how to breathe.

  I forgot. The girl in front of her, was an existence known as that surpassed the humans.

  Towards the superior existence that have the power to completely turn this city into dust instantly, Lili had completely forgotten this fact because she took too much for granted.

  Her deep blue eyes pierced through her and her heart began to stir and twist together. Since she was supported by her unwavering will, Lili stared directly in front and opened her mouth.

  “……Lili swears. She will not do such things again. Whether it is for Bell-sama or to Hestia-sama……But more important, is to Lili herself.”

  In the street that knew nothing about the situation, the cheerful atmosphere continued to flow.

  Towards the time that the two of them silently looked at each other, Hestia closed her eyes and declared the end.

  She, pa pa, blinked her eyes as if she was sending out a gaze that was saying . On Lili’s side, she finally could not hold it any longer and she released her strength. It seems like she was about to topple down onto the table any moment.

  Hestia, who was repeated being told by her, placed her arms to hold up her voluptuous chest in silence. She frowned all of a sudden. After demonstrating that they lack nothing, she issued out a cornered moan. Lili felt that the atmosphere was bad and curled up her body.

  “……Supporter-kun, I’ll directly say it.”

  “Y…Yes.”

  “I hate you. I hope that you will not pester Bell-kun.”

  “!”

  While Lili opened her eyes, she continued to speak.

  “That is obvious. Ever since I heard the details about the situation, my impression of you is the worst. You used Bell’s nice personality to deceive him on the whim, and now you simply wanted to get involved with him by just turning your wrist. What kind of purpose do you have, you evil thieving cat.”

  Due to , the animal ears, that were born, suddenly shuddered.

  Although the argument was subtly justified, but it feels that something was wrong. Lili thought while she sweated.

  “In the end, what have you been doing in the first place? You showed such a gloomy expression from the beginning. Look at it, won’t it cause this side to also become depressed.”

  It was almost as if she had said that looking at your face, I do not even have the appetite to eat.

  Hestia’s eyes became even sharper, and her words still did not end.

  “In general, you must have considered about Bell-kun’s feelings, right?”

  “!”

  “Why do I know? Fueh, because it was a similar face to mine when I stand in front of a mirror. Ahhhhh, this is really annoying, I do not want you to stay beside Bell-kun at all!”

  Finally, a formless fluctuation began to rise behind Hestia.

  Looking at the surrounding guests widening their eyes and su
ddenly pulling away, Lili felt that she was about to cry.

  “You have been helped by the gentle Bell-kun, and said that you will turn a new leaf. In the end, you will use that child’s gentleness and get him involve in trouble again next time, right?”

  “!?”

  “That child obviously did not request you to do anything, but you are already overwhelmed by guiltiness. If you let me say it, that is simply acting like a spoiled child. What a nasty person, you.”

  Hestia’s speech gradually became more sinister.

  After waiting for her gaze to stabilize, she watched the petite Hobbit that was not able to even sob.

  “If that’s the case, I’ll fulfill your request. I’ll replace Bell-kun to acquit you. I’ll tell you in advance that you do not have the right to refuse. Just like , it is just fine if you are to be proud.”

  Fuahh, Hestia, who issued this nasal sound, leaned back onto the chair.

  Aside from nodding stiffly, there was nothing that the apprehensive Lili could do. No that is incorrect, why not say that since this was declared by her, who was Bell’s Main Goddess, she did not know what kind of mood to have.

  Lili anxiously waited for the next moment.

  On Hestia’s side, she was clenching her teeth, Gugigi, while revealing a painful expression……Shortly after, she sighed and the words accompanied with it poured out.

  “Please take care of Bell-kun.”

  “……Eh?”

  She could not help but leak out a “Busu” strange sound, Hestia continued to speak.

  “First, this is not for you. I have heard many things from that child and I’ve become more and more worried about him. Rather, I am convinced……that he would eventually be cheated, this kind of feeling.”

  “……”

  “So I can only request you. Please be careful to not let anything suspicious get wrapped up to him. In short, you are responsible to follow him.”

  This time, Lili was really surprised. Her thoughts stirred as if she wanted to say something, yet she could not open her mouth.

  Because she was not permitted to reply by those eyes in front of her.

  “In the end, I originally did not intend to use arrogant words such as judging you. Even if it is the Gods right now, they will not play this kind of thing. Just forget about your guilt, whether you forgive yourself or not, it is your own problem.”

  Do not ask Bell to help you search for this type of thing, Hestia said with a powerful tone.

  “I feel that I owe that child a lot, so until I feel satisfied, I will continue to repay my debt of gratitude. This is also obviously natural. That is sincerity, but there are also limits. If you wish to turn over a new leaf, then use your actions to prove it.

  The words she said all at once had finally concluded here.

  Listening to the intentions of the somewhat bitter Goddess, Lili dropped her head.

  The Goddess Hestia gave Lili a chance. It was even to the extent of deep compassion.

  She was very generous. At the same time, she was also a God.

  What she had said out just now was probably the true feelings that she could not conceal. Basically, she still permitted Lili to stay around Bell’s side.

  Giving compassion to everyone, and requesting her to protect him.

  While Lili was thankful to that warmth, she stared at Hestia and bowed down toward her.

  Between the two of them, it seems like the spring-water that originated from the forest was silently flowing out.

  “Sorry, I’ve made you wait so long!”

  “……I’ll allow you to join the team. That child’s protection is up to you. Although I said that, do not do anything exceeding what is proper.”

  “Ha?”

  Towards the dreary warning of Hestia that broke the silence, Lili was stunned.

  Before she could ask about the true meaning, Bell came back holding a chair. Towards Bell, who was constantly apologizing and could not make any comment, Hestia only took his arm and pulled him to her side.

  “??What”

  “Kami-sama……?”

  “Then once again……Nice to meet you, Supporter-kun. Looks like MY Bell-kun had bothered you.”

  Hestia had emphasized on the . It seems that the surrounding atmosphere had completely changed, just like a tiger that was guarding her own territory. She used her eyes to convey the meaning of if you dare to attack, I’ll eat you.

  Towards Hestia, who had her contained her cheeks from twitching, Lili was surprised.

  She is a God. She was a divinely being, an noble existence that was worthy of reverence.

  However on top of that, she was still a child.

  No, it was better to say?? An enemy.

  Lili’s head was filled with a wave of anger towards her, who pulled Bell’s arm to her side, and specially drew the line in front of Bell as revenge.

  Although Lili also had feelings similar to loyalty to her, but this was another matter.

  Pashi! She used both her hands to pull the other arm of Bell over.

  Towards the sharp glare of Hestia that was filled with malicious intent, Lili directly sent it back.

  “There is no such thing. I had always made Bell-sama, who treated Lili gently, worry instead.”

  “……”

  On one side, it was a young girl. On the other side, it was also a young girl.

  Upholding an innocent and cute child-like appearance, both of them revealed their women’s face and stared at each other.

  Between them, who were both unable to reach the floor while sitting on a chair, Bachibachi, sparks were flying around.

  (K…Kami-sama AHHHHHHHH!?)

  Due to his arm being squeezed by the twin valleys in this very situation, Bell did not even know what was happening in front of him. He was in extreme panic.

  In the skirmish between the petite individuals, the Goddess won.

  “Ku, she indeed lives up as a God-sama……! Looks like her boobs are not only a decoration……!”

  “Do you have something you want to say, Supporter-kun……?”

  “About that, Lili. The matter about the future……”

  After the battle, Bell began to speak.

  Each sat back onto their respective chairs once they calmed down. This time, it was Lili’s golden eyes that looked amazed as she stared at him.

  “Lili right now, her headquarters……Do you have a place to live yet?”

  “Yes. Although it was not just for a day or two, I had always been changing between inns.”

  Looking at Lili, who did not reveal embarrassed smile, Bell secretly hinted towards Hestia.

  Although she still let out a sound as if she was unwilling, but she did nod her head.

  “Lili, if you don’t mind……do you want to come to our headquarters?”

  “……Eh?”

  “Why not say, why don’t you join ? Although only Kami-sama and I are in it.”

  Lili already cannot return to , even Bell knew this.

  Then why not just simply be straightforward, he thought. Compared to letting her live by herself, why not accept her over. Rather, this was Bell’s wish.

  Hestia, who had already seen through Lili, did not object, the only thing that was left was for Lili to nod.

  “……Hestia-sama, is this okay? Isn’t Hestia-sama, to Lili……”

  “Fu, Fuah……Don’t be mistaken, okay? Even if it is a person that I hate, letting a child without a home alone is related to my very existence. Until you find work, I can temporarily take care of you.

  Towards the red-faced Goddess, who was not being truthful, Bell could only let out a wry smile.

  After Lili let out a warm smile towards this scene, she slowly shook her head.

  “I am extremely grateful, Bell-sama, Hestia-sama. Just having this, Lili feels that it is enough.

  “Eh……W…Why?”

  “Lili feels uneased if Lili continues to indulge in the gen
tleness from the two of you……After all, Lili is still a member of the ”

  Revealing a faint smile towards the dumbfounded Bell, she stretched her hand beyond her back.

  Towards her back that was probably still engraved by her , Hestia frowned.

  “Lili, who is still a member of cannot go to Bell-sama’s headquarters. If the fact that Lili had entered Bell-sama’s headquarters is exposed, then it will bring unnecessary trouble to the two of you. Lili absolutely cannot tolerate such a thing to happen.”

  “T…Towards that kind of thing, I……”

  Bell, who refused to give up, attempted to persuade her, but he seemed to have remembered something and closed his mouth.

  This was not a single person’s problem. There was indeed a possibility of dragging in the entire Familia.

  Bell painfully closed his eyes, and then he looked at Hestia, who was thinking about something.

  “Supporter-kun, the condition for leaving , no, is leaving banned? Did your Main God say anything?”

  “Although Soma-sama did not express anything about it clearly……But probably, a large amount of money is necessary.

  “Money, is it……”

  Following the amount of members, money was another resource that the overwhelmingly lack.

  Although Bell had made remarkable progress towards the situation in the dungeon, and they had earned far more than a month ago, but after all, it was still half-baked. At most, they could only bring out around 100, 000 Varisu.

  Moreover, even if the two of them had the ability to pay off the fee for leaving the Familia, Lili will also never accept it.

  “Then, leaving the is such a troubling thing……? From the people that I know, there are people who have left a ……”

  “It depends on the Main God. If there is an God that is willing to accept the application, then there are also Gods that ignore it.”

  Leaving a , not only will it bring trouble to the person that was leaving, but it will also bring trouble to the other that they were leaving for. The best example was disclosing information.

  No matter how indulgent the God was, only the ones that manage their factions minimally will do it. In most cases, the Gods hate members leaving.