Chapter 2312: After the Birthday Party

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Despite the stomachache so intense it felt as though it might bore a hole right through her, thanks to the Provisional Blessing of the Goddess of Life, her body was brimming with vitality, so much so that she hardly felt any fatigue from the party at all Still, she couldnt help but think So even a Blessing cant touch psychological stomachaches as she stepped through her personal transfer gate.

Thereupon, she was standing in front of a familiar residence, the estate of Hamilton Marquisdom. Glancing up at the sky, she saw the sun still high above.

(Although I spent a fair amount of time in that world, just as I was told beforehand, almost no time has passed here upon my return. The sheer power of the Gods never ceases to astonish me.)

She had arrived a day early for Kaitos birthday party, but when she pulled out her watch to check the time, it was 10 in the morning on the day after she had left the Hamilton estate. The numbers made no sense when compared to how much time she had spent in the other world, but since this was the doing of Gods capable of creating worlds, a realm far beyond the bounds of common sense, Eris didnt dwell on it and simply stepped inside.

[Welcome home, Milady.]

[Yes, Ive just returned. Wheres Father and Mother?]

[Theyre waiting in the room at the back. Please, allow me to guide you.]

After a brief exchange with the maid who greeted her at the entrance, Eris followed her into the house, heading to the room where her parents were waiting. Eris had informed them in advance that she would be attending Kaitos birthday party, and both of them had cleared their schedules today so they could promptly receive her report or discuss any concerns upon her return.

[Father, Mother, Ive returned.]

[Ah, welcome back Good work guiding her here. You may leave now. From this point on, no one is to enter this room unless the matter is of the utmost importance.]

After lightly acknowledging Eris greeting, Marquis Hamilton dismissed the maid and activated a magic tool on the table to ensure their conversation would not be overheard.

Then, looking at Eriss expression his own twisted into one of clear unease.

[What kind of look is that, my daughter? It was as if youve braved countless life-or-death trials.]

[It doesnt look like things went off without a hitch. Wed better brace ourselves for what were about to hear]

Of course, both the Marquis and his wife had hoped that Eris would return having peacefully and uneventfully completed the party but judging from the look on her face, it was obvious she had something significant to report or discuss, which immediately made their expressions stiffen.

[Im not sure where to begin so Ill start with what I believe is most important. Though Im still struggling to wrap my head around it myself I received the Provisional Blessing of the God of Life, Life-sama.]

[…]

[…]

An indescribable silence fell over the room. The Marquis and his wife were frozen in shock, their minds unable to catch up with the words Eris had just spoken.

Still, perhaps befitting his role as the current Prime Minister, the Marquis managed to recover from his confusion after a short pause and opened his mouth.

[H- How did that happen? Did something happen like during the previous Six Kings Festival?]

[No, unlike the first Six Kings Festival, where the Blessing was granted to everyone, this one was given to me personally In fact, I was even granted permission to refer to Life-sama by name, and she expressed a desire to continue meeting with me periodically in the future.]

[W- Wait a moment Why!? How could this happen? What kind of situation could possibly lead to you speaking directly with the God of Life?]

[Well, you see]

The daughter who had gone off to attend Kaitos birthday party had somehow returned with the Provisional Blessing of a Supreme God. Naturally, Marquis Hamilton couldnt possibly remain calm.

Faced with her obviously bewildered parents, Eris began explaining the circumstances in as much detail and as carefully as she could.

[I see Given those conditions, it would indeed make you the most suitable candidate]

[Yes. I believe part of the reason is simply that there are very few Humans Kaito-sama is acquainted with residing within the Archlesia Empire. But beyond that for some reason, it seems Kaito-sama holds me in very high regard. And that high opinion of his seems to influence the first impressions others have of me far more than I couldve imagined.]

[Does that mean Miyama Kaito-sama has such a keen eye for people? Well, considering hes built such an extensive network of connections, and even the Gods place their trust in his judgment, its certainly a believable conclusion but, um are you absolutely sure that Miyama Kaito-sama hasnt shown any indication of desiring you in that way?]

Though she accepted the significant weight of Kaitos high opinion, Marchioness Hamilton still gently asked Eris for clarification.

[At the very least, from our conversations, Ive never gotten that impression. He definitely holds me in high regard as a friend he finds easy to talk to, but Ive never sensed any intent or feelings from him that go beyond that.]

[A mental compatibility then In any case, we ought to reconsider our position as well. At the very least, we need to acknowledge that Miyama Kaito-sama holds Eris in higher esteem than we had assumed. If we dont, we risk making missteps in unexpected ways.]

It was undoubtedly a fortunate turn of events, but at the same time, also a deeply stressful onePerhaps it was only natural that not just Eris, but both her parents as well, unconsciously placed a hand over their stomachs.

Stomachache Master : [Full combo, don! One more hit for the heck of it, don!]

Serious-senpai : [Seriously, have mercy already Stop with the Eris -] Hamilton Marquis couple chain stomachache combo Poor souls.]