Chapter 317

I took the backpack from the exhausted Seam. We went from the city gate to the trading shop, exchanged money, deposited money, and organized the cards in the Binder.

I listened to the sound of the pot boiling from beneath the rattling lid, waiting impatiently for it to be ready. I was hungry. You know, the scent of Miso wafted through the air—high-quality Miso.

Uranos was exhausted, and Meleoron looked as excited as I was.... Meanwhile, the seam was swollen quite badly. He didn't seem to like the fact that I had caught a giant Fugura at the end and that my catch was the best so far.

When I turned my eyes, Seam turned around and said, "Hmm!" I smiled bitterly, "Hahaha..."

"Sorry, Seam.

But I'm not in a competition, so isn't it fine?"

"Uranos calculated it, which is the same as winning the competition!"

"Uh... my fault?

But things like this are disgusting if you don't count them.

I'm keeping a book for Mom, you know?"

"Hmm, it's not Uranos's fault.

Thank you for managing the household ledger as always."

"Household register..."

"You've been winning the whole time!"

Surprisingly chaotic. I didn't mind. Seam was tired and hungry, so he must have been angry. If you want to beat me, work hard at Training every day.

... Somehow, Meleoron was alternately peeking at the strange-looking Uranos and me. When she noticed my gaze, she smiled.

"You two get along well, don't you?"

"... No way."

"?"

I don't know. Do you know Uranos?

Uranos had a cheating feeling when he woke up, "Well done."

"It's about time, it should be cool enough soon."

"Yo, Hot Pot Magistrate."

"Cheers."

Uranos replied to my joke with a bitter smile and opened the pot lid.

Bubble, bubble...

I couldn't help but want to clap my hands and say "Uh-hyo." I had it for lunch, but I wonder why hot pot looks so delicious?

"Hmm, hmm. Miso Hot Pot is so boring..."

"This might be my first time having a hot pot with Fugura instead of meat."

"I was a little worried when I heard Salmon Hot Pot, but the vegetables look really delicious!"

The ecstatic and tricky Uranos said curiously, seeming very happy, Meleoron.

Seeing this scene on an empty stomach was quite poisonous. I secretly swallowed my saliva.

"Let's eat quickly then."

"Oh!"

It was brought to the table with the lid on, so this was my first time seeing the inside of the pot, but it was another Japanese-style hot pot as good as sukiyaki. Uranos probably chose that kind of restaurant. Besides salmon, Chinese cabbage, radish, green onion, garland chrysanthemum, shiitake mushroom, enoki mushroom, shirataki, tofu...

"This is a local dish that can be eaten in the northern countries of Japan.

Besides Miso, milk and butter are added as a secret ingredient."

"Law."

"... Indeed, the broth and aroma are both mild."

"Also, the salmon is not regular salted salmon, but raw salmon.

The flavor of the salmon will persist, so..."

Uranos picked up the seasoning on the table and sprinkled it over the boiling salmon in the pot.

"Soothe it with Japanese pepper powder. Is this perfect?

We also have Salmon Roe, but you can use whatever you like."

I wondered how this worked, because there was a Container full of Salmon Roe outside the pot, but is it like this?

"How do you eat it?"

When Seam asked, Uranos smiled and said,

"You are really free.

You can put it on the ingredients in the pot and cook it lightly, or you can eat it with the ingredients in your own small Plate.

Yes, yes. I wonder if it would be good to put it on Gohan with salmon and have it as Oyakodon."

Oyakodon?... Ah, I see. Oyakodon with salmon and Salmon Roe! Great, any amount of drinks looks cool.

"Aisha, if the hot pot alone isn't enough, you can order whatever you want.

Add ingredients to the pot or cook individual dishes. This place has salmon dishes and so on.

Of course, everyone can ask for whatever they want."

You are generous, Uranos! Then, enjoy the salmon without hesitation. Hehe.

Salmon sashimi, teriyaki salmon, salmon mushroom pasta, fried salmon...

We also added two portions of ingredients to the Salmon Hot Pot and enjoyed the full salmon.

Especially the Salmon Porridge; it was funny to see Uranos yell at me for everyone to stop and add to the Collection. I really hated it, but it was funny because I ate it shyly. Cute.

After collective feeding made them laugh, they ate a delicacy called Salmon Ice Cream.

After a pleasant meal, we were in high spirits, walking through the Snowflake at night. Now I am on my way back to the Hot Spring Inn.... The payment was over thirty thousand, and Uranos's face was twitching, but I don't know.

On a night of Snowflake, the snow illuminated by streetlights reflected light here and there, and just as Uranos said, it was completely bright. Thanks to this, even with the snow piling up, I didn't have to worry about walking so much.

The backpack continued to be carried by me and Meleoron. I decided to let Seam focus on recovery. It must be because of the 'Hard' of those eyes; the aura has been severely worn down. I overexerted you by fishing.

"As expected, this fishing rod is stuck..."

What is it? 2 fishing rods. These were carried by Uranos, but of course, they are bulky. Gon carries them as a matter of course, but there isn't much other luggage, so it's not a problem. For us, continuing to carry such unsuitable luggage in a backpack is actually a Heavy burden.

"Wouldn't it be better to consult with Motarike as soon as possible?"

"Hmm..."

Uranos did not approve of Meleoron's proposal.

"Anyway, I have to call it out, so it's better to do it sooner."

"I think so too."

"..."

It's troublesome. I don't know what to say. Honestly, I'm worried."

I don't know if I hate it, but I can't avoid it. If you can't keep it, you have to think about what to do. Dealing with some luggage might hinder the capture. For those of us who don't have much time, this is a serious problem.

"Are you still fishing?"

"... Uh, well.

I failed to catch the golden Salmon Roe, so stopping here is a waste."

"Then can't you just throw away the fishing gear? You can't carry it with you every time you leave the Inn, so I think you have no choice, right?"

"... It would be easier if I left it, of course, but I feel like someone will see my feet.

I just have a bad premonition about it."

Uranos, you are a good person. So what do you think? Not just classmate Maochi, but classmate Bell will also intervene.

"Try talking once; if you can see your feet, you should quit.

You can't possibly avoid consulting at least once."

"... You understand.

I'll go listen today."

Uranos was finally interrupted by Meleoron's words. It seems he doesn't care that much either... It can't be helped, should I push this point again?

"Based on my own experience of completing missions alone, it is an advantage that there are many people cooperating with us in this Greed Island.

That is why I was able to reach the edge of clearing that Hame group.

The reason you were able to take down the Player Killer is probably because of your cooperation with other players."

"Ah, now that you mention it..."

"Well, understood. Rest assured, I will talk to you properly."

It seems he is finally a little excited. Good, good, good.

After returning to the Hot Spring Inn "YukinkonoYado", we temporarily unloaded our luggage in the room.

By the way, I also enjoyed a delicious Gohan after that.

This is a "Hot Spring". Bathing is nice... You can bathe many times a day.

The four of us moved, and Uranos carelessly tried to walk toward the men's bath—

Gah! Meleoron and I grabbed each of his arms.

"Hmm?

──Huh!?"

"Where are you going?"

"No, Uranos.

Did you walk to the wrong entrance?"

In front of our line of sight was a curtain with the mark of a Hot Spring drawn on it. This is the entrance to the Mixed Bath.

"Eh!?

Why!? It's already over!"

"What do you mean it's over?"

"Da...

Because that's a Mixed Bath? You wanted to diagnose me, so you came in together, right?

I don't need it anymore!"

"You said an event might happen, didn't you?"

"Yes, but I told you!

That's because it's random, because it happens somewhere during the day!

I'm already here today, so it doesn't matter!"

"Hehe, is that so?"

"By the way, Aisha, you don't like Mixed Bath, do you?"

"Hmm...

It's a bit embarrassing, but now that I think about it, it's really fun.

One or two people can always bathe together, but this is a good opportunity."

"Don't say nice things!

After all, creating memories is important, isn't it?"

"Wait a minute, what about my opinion!?"

"I'm fine."

"Yes, majority vote, seamless."

"Shh!! Why do you only betray me at times like this!?"

"I have been your enemy from the very beginning."

"Oh, I will become your enemy too."

"Wah!"

Niyanko cried.

In the changing room.

"Speaking of which.

You said the event would happen during the day, but when is the boundary of a day?"

"Ah.

I don't know the standards for the Mixed Bath event, but most in-game events start at midnight.

So, well, before I leave this Inn, I must go one more time..."

"Hehe. It's cute, after all."

"Now!?

Moo!"

I am going there to flirt. By getting along well.

Meleoron snuck away, so I snuck away.

Peeking.

"... Unconvinced!"

"Wait again!?"

"Hahaha!"

I laughed and pulled my face back, remembering the yellow wool pants wrapping Uranus's plump buttocks. This is why women's power, if there is no dad. Hmm.

"He is going to fight today."

"What are you going to fight with?"

"Both of them!!"

Hahahaha, I really couldn't stop laughing.

After finishing preparations, I opened the frosted glass door.

I watched the distant scenery while feeling the mixture of cold Wind and steam flowing into the changing room.

Different from what you see during the day, you can see the snow-covered mountains against the backdrop of the night sky. The Snowflake falling in the blink of an eye was still falling, slowly dropping into the open-air Hot Spring.

I walked quickly and caught the snow with my palm.... I like this atmosphere.

After washing, I went to the bathtub. Just like lunch, the three of us soaked in the bathtub together.

Sitting on the edge of the Hot Spring, I dipped my feet into the hot water. A childishness Emergence, and I tried to splash my legs.

"Oh."

The sisters made a strange sound for some reason.

"... What?"

"That's right, you.

I saw the art of living! I am so moved."

"Aisha, why are you so erotic?"

Hey Hila.... Mom, I kind of hate you. I don't want to give birth to such a beautiful girl. The effect of mom's breast milk probably has something to do with it, but it's just troublesome... all sorts of things.

"..."

I thought he was turning his head away, but Uranus was looking at me from a little distance away.

"Oh, Uranus is watching too."

Uranus turned her face away after being told by a pervert.

"After all, do you crave that kind of thing?"

"..."

"............ Excellent."

Feeling embarrassed for some reason, I threw my body into the bathtub. Of course, but you don't have to get used to this kind of thing. Ugh, I want a spirit that won't be shaken by this kind of thing...

Phew.... Hmm, a nice Hot Spring. Seeing the little Snowflake drift down is also great.

Inhale the steam to warm your slightly cold lungs. Get close to your siblings.

After watching me for a while, Meleoron tilted his head.

"Come to think of it, Aisha, what do you plan to do after this?

Are you going to play doctor again?"

"I won't! I wouldn't do that in the first place!

I'll give you a massage after I come out of the Hot Spring."

"I remember..."

Uranus blew bubbles in the bathtub. Hu-hu-hu, forgot what.

"That's right.

You said you would give me a full-body massage."

"Yes.

I will teach Seam how to do it."

A happy seam. Uranus blows bubbles, peeling away the whites of his eyes. Do you hate it that much?... Hmm, I don't like it.

For some reason, Uranus must be having a terrible day today, so let's take the massage seriously. To some extent.

We get out of the bathtub and start washing our bodies.

"Uranus, did you bring your shampoo?"

"Bring it!

This is why you didn't have to come!"

Grip tightly. Washing his hair is fun. Treatment and rinsing should be enough.

For some reason, Meleoron next to me is washing his short golden hair with a buzzing sound. The original hair quality doesn't seem very good, but it looks good because it has been taken care of. I am also curious about that tail curling and swaying behind my waist.

"Hmm? What's wrong?"

"... No, I was wondering if I should wash the seam."

"I want to do it, but somehow she doesn't like it. When I try to wash her hair.

I am refused to wash myself."

This one too. Well, today is the second time in the Hot Spring. Do I have to wash my hair thoroughly every time?

"Do you want to wash it too?"

"... I want to wash it."

"That's right. That's right.

... By the way, what if I said I wanted to wash your hair?"

"No."

"Ah, really?"

That is correct. You can't just wash your hair, right?... Uranus must have anticipated this too. Maybe there's a seam too.

I also wash my hair moderately and return to the bathtub early. It is night now, and it is snowing lightly, so it is cold.

"Hmm..."

Wiping my face with a splash. As I look at the white mountain range in the distance of the bathtub, Uranus also casts his gaze in that direction.

"The view is nice, isn't it?"

"Yes, that's right.

That Snow Mountain you can see is the one we are going to climb tomorrow."

"... Which mountain is that?"

"It is a mountain.

It seems there are many."

I see. There is a slope that is a bit steep, and I wonder how to climb it, but I probably won't climb that far.

"Do you know where it is?"

"Hm?

You mean you know where the acquisition event takes place?"

"Well."

"Isn't this a story that is easy to understand?

If you limit yourself to the Specified Pocket cards, the places you can get are random, so you don't know."

Hmm. This means.

"That is to say, outside of the Specified Pocket, there are cards that can be taken out."

"Like this.

You must carry various cards, which lead to items in the Specified Pocket.

I will tell you more about it tomorrow."

Ha... I realize again that this is a tough game. If there are not enough free pocket frames, I feel like I cannot play. Uranus used to play this kind of game alone.

"I played just fine alone."

Saying this, Uranus has a troubled look on his face.

"... Thinking about it again, maybe I was avoiding it. From a mature strategy.

If you really want to clear it, you have to find someone to cooperate with, or fight for it. If you play well, you will definitely run out of free pockets."

"... If you don't have friends to store cards, it's difficult."

"I wonder what I can do without it.

Even last time, I entrusted my cards to someone many times.

There is also the question of how to handle the large items you obtain..."

"What did you do after you got the items last time?"

When Sim asked, Uranus shrugged his smooth shoulders from the bath,

"Well, I disposed of it. I couldn't carry it alone.

In particular, I used to throw away commercial products and buy them when needed.

If I use the 'Hidden Property' in the Specified Pocket for a while, I can find a temporary hiding place."

"Yes, that's right.

Are you not planning to use it this time?"

"I think I said it before, but it can only be used by one person.

If anyone other than you enters the hiding place or talks about it, they will be forcibly kicked out.

... When you are there, you go out just because someone flew in with a Movement Spell."

Ah, is that so? It's too difficult to use. It doesn't fit our current situation at all; we have to use it without consultation.

"Well, you can't lie down.

That is why I also prioritize obtaining cards and researching effective event strategies.

I play inefficiently because I don't have enough Free Pocket..."

I smiled at Uranus, and Uranus sighed.

"Thanks to that, we are now able to capture it smoothly."

"Yes...

I think I was rewarded."

Uranus muttered in a low voice.

"But you used to take things easy when you should have been in a hurry.

Don't you feel the rush to clear it quickly?"

"Hmm...

My situation is different. In the past, I still had spare capacity, and I used it to my advantage.

Even if there was no time, I wouldn't rush to clear it."

"Why?"

"Because I know the game will continue even after I clear it.

I don't think a game of this scale would suddenly end just because someone cleared it once.

As far as I'm concerned, I just wanted to take my time researching these items, so I didn't mind someone else clearing it... That's what I thought."

Uranus sighed wearily again. But that plan has gone astray, right?

"Because I never thought I would be locked out...

It happened that I was outside, and I was very unlucky, but I had to wait for quite a while until the game restarted.

I wasn't sure if it would reopen, and I really felt uncomfortable."

"Ahaha..."

Sorry... I am really sorry.

"Ah, no.

Besides, Aisha is also fine, right? I'm just stupid."

"Come to think of it, I'm wondering.

Hasn't Aisha been noticed by other players?

If someone knew I was a clear player, I might resent you."

Meleoron raised a rather sharp point. Now...

"... As you know, I cannot benefit from the Movement Spell.

I hid for the first month, so I could barely move in terms of game strategy.

Therefore, as a result, almost no one would know that I am a clear player."

Because it was Riina who moved the table. That child might be hated by people, but since he is not here, you don't have to worry. It's hard to imagine falling behind someone in reality.

"Since Battera's bounty has disappeared, Tsezgera won't come back, and if I have to be careful, I guess it's the remnants of the Hame-gumi.

... Has Aisha ever been attacked by the Hame-gumi?

Well, when she was Together with Miss Leina."

"... I have."

"Then I cannot rule out the possibility that someone remembers you.

Considering that Aisha was selected once in the general election of the Hunter Association's president, it's highly likely that professional hunters belonging to the Hame-gumi will remember her.

Setting aside resentment, I cannot say that the news of Aisha being a clear player will never come out."

Ah, of course...

There is no end to the possibilities, but there is no reason to deny it...

"Well, anyway, the remnants of the Hame-gumi should be on guard.

It's no use worrying too much, but still, be careful."

"Yes..."

Really, that presidential election was superfluous... I don't think it will follow you.

"Ha...

I'll go up first."

I was a little tired, and I felt like I was getting hotter, so I decided to go up.

Uranus rolled his eyes. Thinking about it, I walked to the edge and lifted my body out of the bath. Ah, the cold air felt good on my fiery body.

I hummed a song while rubbing my hair with the Bath Towel wrapped around me. Haha, so refreshing...

──Sorry! I accidentally wrapped it with the Bath Towel...! And, this Bath Towel is Transparent, yabe!

Feeling the gazes of the three people behind me, I ran to the changing room at full speed. Ah, I was too relaxed, it's too embarrassing!

Splash! After the frosted glass door leading to the changing room closed, the three people in the bath were stunned.

"Hmm?

How could that child make such a silly mistake?"

"I am Aisha.

Even though I warned you to be erotic, you didn't pay attention, did you?"

When his siblings criticized him, Uranus blushed and turned blue.

"Hmph.

After all, that child's body is beautiful. Do you know what longing feels like?

But you have already gotten used to seeing Kekko, haven't you?

After all, that child's ice sculpture is actually able to be made so precisely."

"No, don't say any more..."

"It's too wonderful.

Even from behind, one can see Aisha's breasts clearly.

The ice sculpture made by Uranus is exactly the same size, isn't it?"

"Bababaka, stop Sim!"

"The buttocks are also very plump, aren't they?

Oh, it's always a pleasure to see you. No matter how many times I look at it, I never get tired of it.

Eh, what is that sensation?"

"Stop..."

Uranus sinks along with the bubbling. Right, I only said these things to tease you, and I have already talked about this kind of perversion.

"That damp black hair is also a work of art.

The whole thing is truly too beautiful. What is this magical balance?

But I am a pretty girl, and I don't know if I am aware of that."

"What?

Aisha, you don't know that you are cute?"

"I would understand, even if this person is like that herself.

But you really don't understand how people see you, do you?"

"Oh, perhaps that's so."

"Omara..."

Meleoron said gleefully: "Hmm."

"Why don't you teach her properly?

You are the same, except you have Wind blowing in strange places."

"Wait a moment.

What is that Boyayan thing?"

"I don't know.

... At most, I'll give a full-body massage while twisting and thinking."

"Wow!

Really, don't say any more, I forgot..."