Chapter 224

Walking in front, Uranus had a gloomy expression. Princess, princess, princess—the result of constant teasing was that he was finally barely able to sleep from the bitterness, and he walked through the city in silence.

The three of us exchanged glances and followed him for a bit.

Ironically, when you look at him from behind, he looks like a princess... Uranus's swaying cherry-colored hair complemented the city landscape where cherry blossoms were blooming in disarray. Wouldn't it be perfect if I wore a trench coat? I don't want to say it, because I think if I say it, I won't be able to talk to you.

"Hey, Princess.

I can't find the Department Store, where is it?"

Meleoron considered a plan and asked a meaningful question.... I have been calling her Princess.

Uranus did not turn around, pointing to a building diagonally opposite.

"... Most of the buildings here are one-story wooden structures; there isn't an expensive Department Store like in other cities, but there is a small yet large shopping center, and the same products as a Department Store are sold there. Hey."

Uranus said this in one breath with an toneless voice, then lowered his hand.

"... Sister, hang in there."

"Don't tell everyone, Shim. I know.

That is why I should say it here."

I think Meleoron made a mistake in how to use Ryu... I think he used too much force when swinging with full power. What made you do that?

Even so, Uranus is popular, adults are not. Stupid, too childish. However, I am still young.

Well, although she doesn't like it, it is our fault for constantly teasing her and saying things like cute or pretty, but... I am completely in a bad mood.

Hmm. Can't be helped...

"I will chat with you for a while, so please keep an eye on the situation.

... Also, please stop calling me Princess."

"Yes."

"I understand, but... hmm."

If they were left behind, it would be a problem. Uranus hated him so much that he stopped normal communication. If you fail, you will have problems in the future.

I quickened my pace and stood beside Uranus.

"Can we talk?"

"... Yeah. What?"

He wouldn't even turn his face toward me. A very suspicious voice.... Sorry. It was me.

"That...

Sorry for calling you Princess. I didn't think you would hate me so much."

"..."

Showing me a profile with puffed-up cheeks.... Sorry, I want to poke my cheeks and say "punipunihime." If you make a face like that, you never know what kind of eyes you will see, this person.

"That's right...

Uranus's hair color, right?

In our eyes, we can see the hair color and the surrounding cherry blossoms together, and we think it suits us well.

That is why when I call her 'Princess,' she seems to fit."

"..."

"............"

The expression softened a bit, and the mouth relaxed. Probably. I am happy when my hair is complimented. You are so cute.

As I stared at it, Uranus turned around and let out a breath.

"You can do whatever you want...

I'll be there soon. I think it's just around the corner."

Uranus walked toward a cherry tree, which was planted at a complex Branch of the road at the end of a narrow alley, in an unnatural position. As if welcoming the falling petals, I placed my palm on it and displayed it.

"317: Double Cherry Blossoms"

Rank H Card, Limit ∞

After blooming once on a tall cherry tree, it blooms again.

Rare pink petals.

"Heh..."

Of course, it blooms with a mix of single and double petals. Double cherry blossoms, huh?

"Take another one.

Okay, two more? I think it's right here."

Uranus started walking without hesitation. While I waited to pick up the petals, Meleoron whispered.

"... Aisha.

His mood seems much better, is he okay now?"

"Yeah... maybe.

But please don't call me."

"Well, that's fine.

... But. Being called Princess doesn't make her happy because she's shy, does it?"

I don't think so either...

"Even so, being teased is not a pleasant thing.

Let's not put unnecessary effort into this."

It wasn't long before we started acting together. It's a good idea to make it too familiar.

"I hate it, I hate it, I love you too?"

Regarding Seam's unsettling remarks, I looked at Meleoron suspiciously.

"Huh, why are you looking at me like that?"

"...... I think you're the one who instilled this into Seam."

"No, hey.

That's wet clothes. That kind of thing—"

"Mm-hmm, big sister says.

... Uranus seems to find it interesting when you touch his body, even if he doesn't like it."

I don't understand why Uranus looks happy while making this perverted chameleon look even more suspicious. Playing with friends is really fun.... That said, Meleoron's excessive fondling of me is unacceptable.

I grabbed the last falling petal and put the card into the Binder. We trotted toward Uranus, who was waiting for us a little further ahead.

Uranus planted the ": Daiyama Cherry" tree in a place easily overlooked and ignored. After learning the target from his sharp eyes, we arrived at what should be the last cherry blossom park.

It's just... there are too many people here. There might be over 100 books. It's very time-consuming...

We split up, and for a while now, everyone has been investigating in a mess.

A gust of Wind blew. The petals that had fallen to the ground were also swept up, and the field of vision was dyed the color of cherry blossoms. Wow, the sand and dust are also terrible. When you reflexively cover your face with your hands—

Good!

Husband. Did the petal that happened to hit my palm turn into a card?

": Happiness"

Rank H Card limit ∞

Pale pink petals double-blooming on a tall cherry tree

Origin of the name unknown

Hmm?

…………Over there? Isn't this it?

Check your Binder.... Yes. This is one I haven't collected yet. Are you lucky?

Hm? I mean—

No! I wanted two, but if I happen to get one, I don't know where to find them!

Kuh, everyone is in a separate place. I have to find it.

Hmm, tall cherry blossom, double-layered, light red... just a hint would be better. Where are you?

After some searching, I found a cherry tree that met the criteria. Even so, it's not certain it's this tree. Even for cherry blossoms with the same card text, there may be subtle differences in color.

Place the fallen petal on my palm. —I did it! The appearance of "Happiness"!

"Everyone! I found it!"

"Okke30 comparison!

Shall we go get the gift then?"

"Ah, is cherry blossom viewing over just like that?"

"Hey, just me, I didn't find it."

The siblings complained.... No, I found it, but I seem to have been stingy.

Uranus looked at them,

"I don't mind coming back to see the cherry blossoms. You can come anytime.

It just so happened that Meleoron wasn't found. First of all, all I have to do is remember the location."

After saying that, he looked at me again. A smile hung on the corner of his mouth,

"How should I put it, it seems to be Aisa."

He walked away without further explanation. Meleoron and Seam tilted their heads in confusion.

... I wonder if he meant to say that I found "Happiness".

If I had to say it... I would like to say I hope one of you finds me.

Located in the north of Sakura City is a large Buddhist temple.

Usually in such places, the interior of the building is forbidden to the public, but since it is a game, it seems you can enter at will. Yes... that's fine.

Uranus talked to the monk in the auditorium, and the exaggerated performance began to speak in a bad way.

This Sakura temple has a history of hundreds of years—

The wood flower god enshrined in the main hall is this flower, passed down from generation to generation—

This is from our ancestors' coat pine tree, it's very tragic—

My wife lost her loved ones, my daughter was sick...

At the very least, be surrounded by the cherry blossoms of this city, peace of mind—

With a sour voice, Uranus continued to kneel in front of the talking monk.

Uranus's hands were always moving. Keeping the Binder open. I might have already written down the text of the cherry blossom card. Efficient use of time is his typical characteristic, but combined with the content of his speech, it's very frustrating. I'm sure you're listening... otherwise I wouldn't be able to write it down.

"—So, can you collect all the cherry blossoms in this town?"

"Oh, okay."

"I see... can you accept it? Thank you.

Then, I beg of you."

When the story ended, Uranus was not in a place where he could take cards out of the Binder. Ah, have you finished writing all 30 memos? The shorthand is amazing.... No atmosphere.

"Yes, 30 cherry blossoms."

"Oh, thank you...

So this is the promised item. I don't need it anymore..."

The monk took something wrapped in cloth from his bosom and handed it to Uranos. Good! And organized it.

"176: Mad Garnet"

C-Rank Card, limit 45.

It is said to drive the owner mad.

Garnet-like bright red eyes.

No special effect on the mind.

I don't think so; the magical power of this gem cannot be underestimated.

Uranos showed us the card in the Binder.

"Now...

To get another one, I must start over and listen to that story."

We groaned.

If it's the first time, it's hard to hear the exact same story again... even in terms of content.

"... Yeah. Let's decide with Rock, Paper, Scissors."

As expected, Meleoron opposed my proposal.

"Aisha, you."

"So don't cheat.

Isn't this a fair game of Rock, Paper, Scissors?"

"... You know. My hand. Look, it has three Fingers, right?

Scissors, Scissors are hard to pull off. Do you understand? That feeling—"

"It's fine, let's all go.

Yes, it's terrible at the start, Rock, Paper, Scissors—"

Uranos extended his hand steadily, Sim hurried to extend his hand. Meleoron extended his hand while saying "Hey."

Meleoron brought out Scissors and threw a set.

"You f***ed me!!"

"That's right, do you think this is self-destruction?"

"I think this is also self-destruction. You're an idiot, aren't you?"

"Little sister, you're an idiot."

"Ahhhhh!!"

Forgive the seams. Well, the reason I'm always getting hit is because my daily behavior is terrible. Give up.

Meleoron talked to the monk while waiting. We watched from afar outside the auditorium, half-smiling.... Amen. One mile.

As an exchange for the second garnet, we took the dead-eyed Meleoron and rested at Sakurajaya again.... Only tea. It's sad, but I'm not the only one who can ask for food. Cool.

"Come to think of it, doesn't Eril have other designated pocket events?"

Looking up at the weeping cherry blossoms, I asked the relaxed Uranos.

"Hmm.

Of course there are. But...

Either way, the event won't end inside Eril."

"Looks like it's going to be tough again."

"The blue plastic related to the garnet is the same, but it's difficult because it's a campaign that requires walking around."

"... Then, what is the card?"

Meleoron asked with half-open eyes. I haven't fully recovered yet. Are you okay?

"Hmm...

You could say it, but I won't do that, okay?

There are two designated pockets, one of which is—"

Uranos stopped and stared at me. Yes? I mean, this makes sense.

"... One is 'Postcard to the Dead'.

It is an S-Rank Card."

"──!"

Oh my god, is it here... did the acquisition event happen?

"Do you know, Uranos? How to get it?"

"Yeah, come on.

It would be great if it were the same as before the cleanup.

Is it wrong to do it now? The efficiency isn't very high."

"Fine, tell me how to get it.

Don't waste your time."

Meleoron pecked at me as if I felt better. Uranos was reluctant.

"Easier said than done, really...

Well. In this Eril, a character asked me to deliver a letter.

The direction is written on the address, and when you deliver it, you are asked to take the letter to the next address.

That's how I was forced to go deliver letters to the backyard of the island...

The final destination after a dozen deliveries was Eril again. But even when I returned, there was no character name written on the address."

"If you find it, you will get a Postcard to the Dead."

Wow... It seems very hard to know the general situation of such an event, but finding it out from an unknown state seems to take a lot of time. It is S-Rank, so this is natural.

"Since there are many delivery destinations that cannot be spelled out, we must go through quite dangerous roads.

Most importantly, I don't have time to obtain a card. Events that can be obtained by defeating tough monsters are still much easier."

"Is that so..."

"Even if I know, it is difficult to shorten the time."

"If you don't know everything, you have to start by asking questions, so this is no joke."

Probably... The premise of an S-Rank event is doing what I did in Soufravi. It's troublesome anyway... If there is only one person, it is even more so.

"The other one is 'Picking'.

It is A-Rank, but there is only one chance every 10 days, so it is easy to compete with other players."

"Pah.

What is it like?"

Interesting Meleoron.... I wonder. Would you say this person is good at begging? For some reason, I got help from a stranger, Uranus, so maybe that is the benefit of it.

It feels like listening to a story while looking at cherry blossoms. Stay strong, you two.

He did not fail to notice the Ken of the two, but Uranus answered dutifully.

"We will participate in the road race from Otania to this Eril after this.

The event is held on the 7th, 17th, and 27th of every month, and you can get it by participating in and winning the 200km race. Basically, game characters on bicycles and motorcycles participate in it.

Just like a monthly tournament, other players can also participate, so the difficulty of obtaining it changes from time to time."

"Is this a road race...

Wouldn't it be bad if I didn't always get on a vehicle?"

"No, you can participate on foot.

Even if I run, I can win, so if Aisha participates, it should be an easy victory. Of course, it is impossible now."

"Uh, well..."

"Aisha sprinting with all her might might be faster, even with the 'Postcard to the Dead' beforehand.

No matter how many spells you use to move, if you cannot fly directly to your destination, it will take time."

"Hm?

As expected, I think it would be faster for Uranus to use Mobile Magic."

"As long as I maintain my stamina.

Even if I use movement-type Magic, in short, there is still a considerable distance.

Right now, I cannot run at full speed for several hours. Whether it is your breath or your body, it will make sounds."

My expression was a bit vague,

"..."

"It seems the conditions are not good after all. Is this also the effect of the Nen being put on?"

Uranus responded to my point with a "Hu" sound.

"Yes... This is part of it. I was tired yesterday.

It is hard when my aura weakens and I cannot do what I used to be able to do.

... Honestly, the hardest part is losing my mind. It is tiring just to think about it, and my memory is getting worse."

Honestly, "Hm? I wanted to say that setting aside his physical ability, I feel that his mental ability and memory are not something an ordinary person can compare to, let alone an ordinary person. No, I am not too familiar either..."

Uranus looked up at the sky,

"Not to mention Aisha, if I compare our strength directly, I would lose to Meleoron...

If I continue to get weaker at this rate, I think I will soon lose to Seam."

"Don't say such lonely things.

You will get fixed, right?"

When I looked, they were looking at Uranus. I looked at his hair like looking at a flower.

Thinking about it, Uranus smiled lightly.

"Of course.

That is why I am here now."

"Yes, yes.

Princess Cherry Blossom looks good when she smiles."

"... Seam.

You, are you still pulling that story?"

Uranus smiled bitterly and stood up: "Yo." When combing his hair,

"Well, everyone.

We have finished our strategy, so let's move on to the next city."