by Fujino Omori
I’m dying, I’m really dying!?
“Bell-kun.”
My body could not help but shudder.
Just when I felt a gentle voice scratching my ear, a small and soft hand was already placed onto my shoulders.
Towards the breath right behind me, I held back my tears and timidly turned around.
Kami-sama’s smile was overflowing with love.
“——So cute.”
“UWAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!”
Kami-sama, you idiot ————————!?
“Uuuu……”
“Hey, how long do you plan to crouch down like that?’
I held my knees and groaned in the corner.
I, who had fallen straight from heaven to hell, had deep wounds. This may be an injury that will never heal in a lifetime. It may remain like this inside my heart.
With my back to her, I listened to Kami-sama’s words as I continued to leak hot tears.
“Shouldn’t it be about time to cheer up? Isn’t that quite good, you only wanted to be a hero. It is quite uncommon to see such a pure “Child” like you.”
“There is no persuasive power when you’re saying these words with a grin, Kami-sama!?”
Especially the part when you say “Child”, I could feel a strong malicious intent!
My loudly shouted cry echoed in the underground room. My mental balance was already in danger!
With a wry smile, Kami-sama touched my back and said “If it’s about hurting you, then I apologize”. Once I imagined Kami-sama, with an appearance of a young girl comforting me, it made me feel like a completely useless guy and I became even more depressed.
“Is it already alright?”
“Yes, kind of……”
Shortly after, I finally stood up again. No, truthfully, I had not cheered up yet and there was not even the slightest improvement at all.
Holding back my brain that seems to fall apart the instant I relax it, I picked up the paper that I threw onto the floor and re-read the
It was the same with
“Kami-sama, do you know what kind of skill this is?”
“Ah, it is hard to easily make a conclusion. It seems that it is the type that is always activated……An active action, in other words, when Bell-kun is conscious of his own actions, maybe it will show a certain effect?”
“A conscious action……?”
“Simply put, it is a spontaneous action such as attacking.”
“Under these circumstances, would it also have an effect on counter-attacking?” ——Kami-sama added another sentence.
Ah? It seems like I understand, yet it also seems like I do not understand.
Impossible. With my head, it is impossible to see through the nature of this skill.
“Mmm, then you can only try hard in a real battle to find out. Although this is a quite irresponsible for me to say it.”
“It doesn’t matter, please don’t worry about it. After all, this is my
In the end, about the Skill, we could only temporary wait and observe for a conclusion.
While I was still holding futile thoughts, I once again looked at the paper.
Although I was clueless about the skill itself, but about this
No, it should be more appropriate to say that it remains in my memories.
That is a myth where a boy with no special skills headed to rescue a princess kidnapped by a Bull Monster.
The protagonist was often deceived, he did not even know that he was deceived. The story advanced in a slightly ridiculous manner, then, the protagonist finally reached where the monster was located. In the end, it seems like he was saved by the princess-sama who was waiting to be rescued?
Even compared to the other hero stories, it was also a hero story that was quite modest.
Probably, it was originally a comedy-like story, but to me, who was reading the picture book when I was young, my lips had bent into a “へ” shape. It was simply uncool……
My grandfather who claims that he likes this story says “This guy becomes more amazing later on” and laughs. Compared to that, I would pout and say “This story is already finished”. ——This memory, even now, I still remember.
Recalling my childhood memories at the most unexpected places made me a bit surprised.
“Sorry, Bell-kun. It is almost time for me to leave.”
“Eh? Kami-sama you have work today?”
I had just floated up from my sea of memories, what greeted me was Kami-sama’s sudden message of leaving.
I had believed that today was a rest day for work, so I casually asked back.
“Today is the date organized for the once in three months
“
“Ah ah, yes. It is a gathering of the Gods that are bored……in order to decide the title of the
The title ——After I heard these words, I strained my shoulders.
The title of Aizu-san was
In essence, these titles are born through the conversation of Gods during the God’s Meeting.
Kami-sama will also go to this type of meeting, this means that……
“Because Bell-kun had become a Lv. 2, I am also permitted to sit in the final seat. I’m afraid that today, your title will be decided.”
As expected!
Kami-sama’s words confirmed my expectations. Feelings of excitement had already surged through my body who knows how many times.
“WA,WAA,WAAA! In other words, I can also get a title like Aizu-san!?”
“……It seems that you are quite elated.”
“That is, of course!”
Thinking of title, it could be said to be the other name of an Adventurer!
Only people who
And, more importantly……!
“No matter which one, the titles that the Gods decided are all so refined, and so cool, isn’t it!
“…………Ahhh, so that’s what it is.”
I said this out in glee ——Kami-sama’s originally surprised expression suddenly changed into the one with a powerless smile.
Specifically, it was a very pitiful smile. Kami-sama seems so distant.
Huh, strange?
Why am I also being overlooked by Kami-sama with an even warmer gaze than earlier……?
“Perhaps. It is still too early for the Lower World people……”
“Eh……W…What is that about……”
“No, nothing at all. One day, Bell-kun will also understand.”
Leaving behind profound words, Kami-sama silently began her preparations.
The God’s divine will are directly confronting each other, a meeting conducted in a heavy atmosphere ——That is what I have heard……?
“Then, I’m off.”
“O…Okay!”
Kami-sama, who finished her preparations, turned around in front of the door.
That figure seems like a warrior that was resolved for death, I could not help but increase my tone.
In the end, Kami-sama stared at me and with an deci
ded expression, she said,
“Bell-kun, even if I have to drink muddy water, I will win a decent title for you……!”
For you……………! Kami-sama left these promised words.
Bang, the door of the headquarters was closed.
To Kami-sama, who was extremely motivated and was even showing a figure with the resolve of dying, I could only watch in sweat as she left.
× × ×
God’s Meeting, originally it was only a planned gathering of some of the Gods because they were too bored.
When Gods had built up their territory and their factions’ strength up to a certain extent, they will forget that they have lived for the hard work and enter a depressed state. When they have leisure time, they suddenly thought of assembling their companions from the same home and discuss about trivial matters to pass the time.
Although generally speaking, it was just a simply a joyful conversation, but more importantly, it created an occasion to gather the Gods with unrestrained personalities together at a set date and set location.
Soon, with the increase in Gods participating, the size of the meeting had gradually expanded and following the advancing generations, the purpose of it had also changed. The normal, common conversation had turned into sharing of information and the contents, in which they exchanged opinions, was not only just related to
Although it is only in name, but the outside world had speculated that the advisory body, God’s Meeting, still had some power and its influence would affect the Adventurers.
The naming of a title was also one part of it. It seems like it is already something common.
“There seems to be many children that
“Ahhh, I heard that there was a large harvest. It really makes one look forward to it.”
The venue of the God’s Meeting was located at the skyscraper in the center of the city. On the 30th floor.
The alterations carried out were almost completely accounted by this floor’s wide space. The walls that were originally there were completely destroyed, thick and long pillars lined up neatly side by side and supported the ceiling. Inside the vast space, there was only a large round table located in the center by itself. Other furniture were completely absent. The outside walls were surrounded by a huge glass wall and it completely covered the 30th floor’s space.
Because the ceiling was abnormally high up, it seems like a floating temple in the sky.
“The Gods that showed up here also increased by a lot”
“Hehe, the amount of guys disappearing are also a lot”
Even if it was a rough count, the amount of Gods that sat down around the round table at regular intervals was more than 30. In other words, members worthy of the name High-Class Adventurer——Lv.2 or higher Adventurers, there were only this many
The faces of the attendees were also different. There were male Gods, whose lips are in a 一 shape and could not conceal their nervous appearance. There was also a mysterious existence that was wearing a huge elephant mask. Moreover, a silver-haired Goddess was currently resting her eyes with a smile, waiting for the meeting to begin.
It was different than the
“You seem unexpectedly calm?”
“Originally, there should be no reason to be nervous, right?”
As Hestia responded, she looked at the red-haired, red-eyed Goddess, Hephaestus sitting next to her.
Letting her red hair, that was shining brightly with a sheen, flow down her back, she was wearing a loose shirt and black long pants. A figure with seemingly male clothes, plus her original beauty, her whole body exuded a charm that captured the eyes of others regardless of sex.
The Goddess, who was wearing an eyepatch, slowly shrugged.
“I thought that you would be more nervous. Just like the usual waning appearance.”
“……If I could change the current situation, no matter how many times I will still show it to you. However, revealing that kind of appearance would only make the surrounding Gods enjoy it even more, right?”
“Speaking of which, that is true……”
While Hestia felt Hephaestus’s wry smile with her shoulders, several gazes mercilessly stabbed towards her cheek. The Gods, who were the origin of those gazes, made it clear to her that they viewed her as a moth that flew into a flame and revealed an annoyed smile. They did not plan on hiding their intentions.
Even if it were not Hestia, one would be able to easily see through their thoughts. Towards what can be described as a miraculous rise of a weak
“I’ll say this beforehand, don’t expect me to speak. In front of the majority rules system, my opinion is only one vote.”
“I understand.”
Just when Hestia’s voice held some anxiety, a prolonged voice sounded out: “Well, let’s begin ——”.
The noise surrounding the round table suddenly calmed down. The person, who spoke out, shook her red hair and stood up.
“The N Thousandth God’s Meeting officially begins, this time, the MC 1 will be done by me, Loki! I look forward to working with you!”
“YEAH ——!”——Along with the cries of cheers, thunderous applause also came. The scene could be described as a grand occasion that has never been seen before.
Loki, who had her red hair tied back, turned her narrow eyes into a smiling shape while raising her hand.
Hestia stared at her, who was far away from her position, and angrily muttered.
“Why is Loki the MC?”
“It seems like she volunteered herself? I heard that it was because of the
“Hmph, what a useless person.”
Hestia could not help but curse her due to the hostile relationship between them.
It was unknown whether she was aware of her resentment, but Loki only used her narrow eyes to glance in Hestia’s direction, as if she was saying “I’ll ignore it right now” and continued to do her duties.
Looking at her, who was different and did not immediately enter in a conflict with her, Hestia revealed a slightly surprised expression.
“Okay, let’s begin neatly. First, let’s exchange intelligence, are there any interesting stories to report ——?”
“HEREHERE! Soma-kun seems to have received the guild’s warning and has his only one interest taken away!”
“WHAT DID YOU SAY ————————————————!”
“Hey, what was Soma’s interest?” “I don’t know.”
“Ah ——, could it be something that Eina did……”
“A story about a lone God (Soma) actually appeared!”
“Then what, what happened next!?”
“It seems like he was holding his knees in the corner of the room, motionless!”
“I WANT TO SEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!”
“I’ll go comfort Soma-kun a bit!”
“Hey.” “Let’s go full of vigor to pour salt on his wounds.”
“Sorry. I apologize for interrupting your topic, but there is a crucial matter ——The Kingdom seems to be making preparations on attacking Orario.”
“That was really sudden.”
“Speaking of which, it is the God of War (Ares)2.
“It should be about time that we do something to that idiotic God, right? To be honest, it is actually quite annoying.”
“Why can that Goddess build that kind of faith inside that country?”
“It must be that personality which makes one impossible to hate her. The chi
ldren seem to like that kind.”
“Because her appearance stands above others. It is able to match the
“Even though her head is filled with muscle.”
From nonsense content to serious conversation, the topics interweave around the round table slowly, and leisurely changed constantly.
Maintaining a relaxed atmosphere, the Gods would casually let out various topics or go along with other people’s opinion.
Facing the scene without any order, although she had anticipated it a long time ago, Hestia, who was participating in the God’s Meeting for the first time, still revealed a fed up expression.
Although it was not impossible for her to recall, even recalling back her expression was difficult. ——“Okay, quiet down!” —— The MC called out and the surrounding sounds disappeared as if it were all a lie.
“Okay. In conclusion, we should be more concerned about the Kingdom over there. We will also report it to the guild. Anyways, since it is that grandpa Uranus 3 , he probably also has gathered some unique intelligence. The
“Understood.”
Loki presented the intelligence from the meeting in a concise summary, only focusing on the key points. God’s Meeting isn’t only a gathering of Gods of Orario’s main
After this, Loki also continued to calmly push forward the meeting. After confirming that majority of topics have been reported……She clapped her hands and lifted the corner of her mouth.
“Then, let’s begin the next part. Beginning the naming process.”
Tension filled the air.
With Loki’s speech as the lead, the numerous Gods, who have had their mouths closed so far, changed their expressions. Hestia was also one of the people who held back and did not say anything.
The other Gods were filled with wicked smiles.
The Gods that were part of the regular group for God’s Meeting, “It’s time to watch a good show” let out evil smiles.