Chapter 2309: After the Birthday Party

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To begin with, the question arises, why did Life decide to approach Eris in the first place? The reason goes all the way back to the moment when Kaito was receiving gifts in the parallel worlds.

When Kaito received his gifts, he had some spare time, so he made small talk with each person to a certain extent, and Life also chatted with him in a similar way.

[Still, I feel that having more opportunities to attend events involving those outside the God Realm is a good thing. At the same time, its made me painfully aware of my own immaturity.]

[Wasnt it after the White God Festival that the Gods started interacting more with the Human Realm and Demon Realm? I think its a good thing, but yeah, the shift in environment must be a bit overwhelming, right?]

[Yes, though its still only in relative terms compared to before, more people have begun to broaden their perspectives beyond the God Realm. I myself had the chance to reference Human Realm festivals during the White God Festival and realized just how narrow my outlook was. That in itself isnt a problem. Immaturity is something to be ashamed of, yes, but I believe that expanding ones horizons like this is the kind of growth that Shallow Vernal-sama wishes to see in us. Still I cant help but feel a little anxious when I compare myself to the God of Time and Space and God of Fate. I feel like Ive fallen far behind.]

[You mean compared to Chronois-san and Fate-san? Just out of curiosity, what makes you feel that way, Life-san?]

Before they realized it, the conversation had turned into something like a consultation with Kaito, who waited attentively for Lifes reply. Life went quiet, seemingly organizing her thoughts, before she finally began to speak.

[Indeed. God of Fate is, needless to say, the one who grew the most among us Supreme Gods, and there were many times during the White God Festival when I felt I couldnt match the depth of her thinking. As for the God of Time and Space, I thought we were somewhat similar, but she is quite close to Lilia Albert, and it seems her ties to the Human Realm are deeper than mine. Especially when it was decided that we would reference Human Realm festivals for the White God Festival, I didnt really have anyone I could talk to about that kind of thing The only Human I had any real connection to was the Emperor of the Archlesia Empire, the country I oversee. I realized that was a problem I needed to address.]

[Ah, I see. So basically, youd like to make more acquaintances among the Humans?]

[Exactly. Its a bit tricky given my position as a Supreme God, but like God of Time and Space, I do think it would be beneficial to have a close relationship with certain individuals among the Humans. Do you know anyone suitable, Miyama-san?]

[Hmmm, do you have any preferences or conditions?]

Hearing Life say she wanted to connect with more Humans, Kaito found the intent to be a very good one. If he could help in any way, he wanted to.

[Lets see. Ideally, someone who lives in Archlesia Empire would be best. Symphonia is the country under the care of God of Time and Space, and Hydra is under God of Fate Its not that Im forbidden from interacting with their residents, but there are certain considerations and precautions Id have to take. It would be easier if they were from the country Im responsible for.]

[Got it. If were talking about people from Archlesia Empire, the first names that come to mind are Amel-san and Eris-san. I do know a few others, but considering youd be interacting with them, theyd probably need to be someone of fairly high status]

If it were just about being a Human resident of Archlesia Empire, people like Chapel or Anne would qualify, but when it came to dealing with a Supreme God, a certain level of status was necessary. With that in mind, the names that came to Kaito were Amel, the leader of the Wingeds, or Eris, heir to a marquisdom.

[Fumu Amel was the leader of the Wingeds, correct? The Wingeds are known for their strong faith, so my presence might make them feel too self-conscious. And this Eris person is?]

[Errr, you remember that time when Shiro-san and Eden-san were glaring at each other? The woman with dark indigo hair who was standing behind me at the time, does that ring a bell?]

[Yes, I remember. The one with the air of a noblewoman, yes?]

[Shes the heir to the Hamilton Marquisdom.]

[Hamilton Marquisdom If I recall correctly, theyre one of the four great noble houses of Archlesia Empire, and currently hold the position of Prime Minister. I see, considering the God of Time and Spaces ties with Duchess Lilia, building a connection with Eris might indeed be appropriate for me. By the way, Miyama-san, whats your impression of this Lady Eris?]

Prompted by Kaitos words, Life developed an interest in Eris and went on to ask for Kaitos personal impression of her. She also held Kaitos insight into people in high regard and was eager to hear what he thought.

[Eris-san is incredibly kind and a really good person. Shes probably quite intelligent and knowledgeable, so shes really good at naturally stepping in and supporting the conversation. Shes also very sincere and trustworthy as a person.]

[If shes someone you rate that highly, Miyama-san, then Id very much like to speak with her at least once.]

[Sure, Ill introduce you if the opportunity comes up.]

At the time, Kaitos assumption was simply to explain to Eris that Life wished to interact more with Humans, and then introduce Life while being present himself.

However, what Kaito didnt anticipate was that Life was unexpectedly quick to act. Seeing that Eris herself was present at the party, Life decided to directly approach her and initiate contact on her own.

That slight misalignment in expectations would, quite ironically, end up causing Eris a considerable amount of stomachache.

Serious-senpai : [She usually gives off the impression of being sleepy and inactive, but when Kaito visited the God Realm, she immediately decided to accompany him. When she found out Kaito was interested in the God of Fertility, she summoned her right away. And when Epsilon used Taboo Magic, she instantly moved to deal with it herself Lifes actually the type who acts the moment something crosses her mind, isnt she]