Chapter 236

Chapter 239: Explode! Normies!!! (Please Subscribe!)

Incidentally, that night Izay did not return to Twilight Manor.

Instead, he naturally stayed at the Adimi House.

The girls of Artemis Familia were already used to Izay staying over.

After all, this kind of thing happened quite often, right?

Even though he was a member of another Familia, he would occasionally stay over at the Adimi House, so they even prepared a room specifically for him.

Everyone in this Familia trusted him and didn’t bother with any precautions.

However, while they weren’t bothered, the Goddess herself clearly had something to say about it.

“Wait… after what happened during the day, you’re here again tonight?!”

In the master bedroom on the second floor, feeling the restless movements beneath the blanket, Artemis’ pale cheeks flushed red.

“Didn’t you say, Lady Artemis, that studying is best done at night?” Izay replied as if it were completely normal.

“That’s…!” Artemis seethed with embarrassment but couldn’t think of a proper rebuttal.

Because she had indeed said that during the day.

“Do you even realize how much of a jerk you’re being right now?”

“Uh… probably?”

Ultimately, her body betrayed her intentions. Between half-hearted resistance and reluctant acceptance, the Goddess still bestowed her blessing under the cover of night.

…

The next morning, when sunlight squeezed through the cracks between the tightly shut windows and curtains into the room, Izay finally emerged from beneath the blankets.

Upon waking, his first action was to touch his waist.

He felt an unfamiliar void…

This blessing was truly potent; its effects had faded after such a long duration.

Sigh…

He couldn’t take much more of this…

“I guess I need some goji berries.” Izay muttered to himself, half-joking.

Of course, it wouldn’t come to that.

With his recovery abilities, a bit of rest would suffice—after all, he practically carried around a portable spring on his person.

Before leaving the room, he made sure to tuck Artemis back in properly.

Taking advantage of the early morning, Izay headed to the kitchen to prepare breakfast as usual.

The living room was still quiet; since they no longer had to endure the hardships of sleeping rough like before, Lanti and the others slept until they naturally woke up.

There was no way they’d wake up early unless forced.

Not long after, Letsha also descended from upstairs.

Often responsible for preparing breakfast for the members, the cooking skills of the group leader were quite impressive.

But she looked like she hadn’t slept well, with obvious dark circles under her eyes.

“Good morning, Letsha. Didn’t sleep well last night? You look exhausted,” Izay greeted her with a small smile.

Which earned him a glare.

The group leader huffed, “Our soundproofing might be good, but I’m a second-tier Adventurer, and my room is right next to Lady Artemis’!”

She had heard faint, cat-like murmurs throughout the night.

How could she possibly sleep?

Letsha now glared at Izay with eyes full of reproach.

“Ahh, haha…” Izay immediately understood what she meant and scratched his head sheepishly. “Ahem… I’ll be more careful next time.”

So, there she was, lodging a complaint against the perpetrator who kept her awake all night.

Even Izay couldn’t help but feel a little awkward.

While promising to be more cautious next time, he sped up his breakfast preparations.

Artemis endured another exhausting night but still managed to get up and eat breakfast before heading back to bed.

To prevent a repeat performance, this time she locked all the doors and windows, leaving no chance for a certain someone.

She only returned to sleep peacefully afterward.

Izay found this somewhat amusing.

…

Later, after bidding farewell to Letsha and the others, Izay prepared to return to Twilight Manor.

On the way, he remembered Loki’s spying on his date yesterday, which brought back a headache.

That guy’s ulterior motives were crystal clear to Izay.

And since he hadn’t gone home last night, who knows what sort of teasing awaited him?

In reality, though, regarding Loki’s side of things…

The relationship between Izay and Artemis was already semi-public knowledge; only the final layer of pretense remained unbroken.

After all, Izay had never intentionally hidden this fact from anyone.

Especially after defeating Andarius and settling down in Orario, Izay frequently spent nights away.

Given Loki’s sharpness, she must have already suspected something.

Still, gossip was inevitable due to her nature.

“Sigh, we’ll see how it goes.”

Having mentally prepared himself for the situation, Izay returned to the mansion.

And just as expected.

Early in the morning, in the garden, Loki was strolling with a smug grin, looking exceptionally pleased with herself, chuckling mischievously.

Something good must have happened…

But that didn’t distract her attention for long.

As soon as Izay entered the front courtyard, she quickly approached.

“Heheheh… Izay, my boy～ you’ve been playing hooky, haven’t you～” Loki’s expression was utterly suggestive.

Izay rolled his eyes irritably, “Don’t talk like that, Loki. It’s gross.”

“Oh, I saw everything! So this is the kind of relationship you two have.”

“This isn’t the first time you’ve said that. I’m fully aware, so please don’t bring it up again.”

“Hmm, you’re right…”

It was during the incident where he obtained a new Skill, wasn’t it? After recalling briefly, Loki nodded.

But soon, her tone shifted.

“Ugh! Why aren’t you embarrassed?! I’m teasing you here!”

“Hmph～! As long as you’re not embarrassed, then I certainly won’t be!”

It boiled down to having thick skin.

Knowing the truth behind the saying ‘shamelessness conquers all,’ Izay’s defense sometimes reached absurd heights.

“Who are you calling shameless, huh, Izay!”

“To have seduced a Goddess—something even I couldn’t accomplish!”

“Damn it, how enviable!”

“Explode! Normies!!!”

Suddenly feeling her defenses crumble, Loki began muttering nonsense under her breath, blah blah blah…

Beside them, Izay smiled gently, watching her as if offering silent comfort.

Anqi, passing by with a box of weapon materials, twitched her furry ears slightly and glanced at Izay questioningly.

“It’s fine, Loki seems to be having one of her episodes. I’m keeping an eye on her,” Izay explained to the cat-eared girl.

“Oh～” Her gaze became understanding.

Anqi nodded and quietly left.

One of the Loki Familia Living Guidelines: When the deity acts up, female members should keep their distance to avoid collateral damage.

“Ahhh! Anqi-chan! Izay, you’re badmouthing me again!”

“Now, now, I said it right in front of you…”

“Unforgivable! If that’s the case, then today only one of us can survive! Draw your blade!”

Loki began searching for a weapon nearby.

“Wake up, Loki! Times have changed. Look at my gun (Kesai).”

Grass (a type of plant).

Damn this Space Magic!

For the first time, Loki realized that having overly talented children wasn’t always a good thing.

……… Riviria Mini-Theater ③ ………

“Mwahaha…”

A certain Goddess emitted an evil laugh.

“For reference, Loki, what’s with that outfit?”

Riviria, suppressing her wavering tone with a cool voice, furrowed her brows as she asked.

At that moment, she was wearing a monk’s robe woven from premium silk, resembling a floor-length dress. Only her delicate neck was wrapped in a golden lace collar, covering her elegant clavicle.

Her cap differed from the norm, wrapped in a long cloth extending to her waist.

Monastic robes were usually black, yet hers was azure blue, with every corner embroidered intricately in gold or white, causing one to marvel at the craftsmanship.

Her emerald green hair was neatly combed into a long ponytail falling in front of her.

It was almost like—

“A nun serving the Deity, of course～!”

Loki excitedly proclaimed.

Ignoring Riviria’s sighs, Loki couldn’t stop smiling as she thought about her next plan.