Chapter 310

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“You two… what did you do in my room? You’ve been here for so long!?”

The voice came from Loki, who had excitedly run around the Central Tower and returned to her Divine Room.

The crimson-haired goddess couldn’t believe it. She had gone all the way around the outside of the Central Tower, and these two were still in her Divine Room!

What improper things could they possibly be doing!?

Izay (inner thoughts): “Loki, would you believe us if we said we just hugged and did nothing else?”

Clearly, Loki wouldn’t buy it.

At that moment, she was suspiciously eyeing Ais’s slightly flushed face and the air of secrecy the young woman couldn’t hide.

It was glaringly obvious that something had happened that she didn’t know about!

“Hmm, Loki, you’re overthinking this. Ais was just upset about my ability values and I was comforting her, that’s all – nothing happened~ Now we’re heading to the dining hall for food~”

Unlike Ais, Izay had developed an unshakable front through similar situations, calmly explaining himself without a hint of nervousness.

Back at the Adimi House, he’d faced the teasing gazes of more than a dozen girls and never faltered. What could one Loki possibly do?

She could do nothing!

“Um… that’s how it is.”

Half-hidden behind Izay, Ais nodded in agreement with his words.

Loki’s expression shifted subtly. “But I still feel like there’s something fishy going on between the two of you.”

“Eh…… how could that be!? Think about it, what could have possibly happened in such a short time?”

“Kissing – !”

Without hesitation, Loki gave her firm response, eyes unwavering.

To be honest, she was half-right. When Ais had let go earlier, there was indeed that kind of atmosphere, and they almost reached that point.

However, Loki returned at just the “right” moment. Hearing footsteps, the two quickly demonstrated the speed of Level 6 adventurers, instantly pretending everything was fine and getting ready to leave.

Only to be caught red-handed by Loki, resulting in the scene above akin to catching someone in the act.

But that’s beside the point.

Even if it were true, as long as neither Izay nor Ais admitted it, it would never be proven. Loki would have no way of observing or knowing about it.

In short, denying it completely was the best course of action~

Both Izay and Ais were thinking the same thing.

Facing Loki’s persistent questioning, the two tacitly agreed to keep the truth hidden.

“Ais-chan~ Did Izay do anything to you while in my room?”

“… Izay comforted me.”

“Just that? Nothing else happened?”

“… Yes.”

“Are you sure it’s really true!?”

“… Loki, you’re so annoying.”

Loki followed Izay and Ais, who were heading to the dining hall, and the noisy atmosphere continued. Even after reaching the dining hall, it only intensified.

The Amazon sisters causing a ruckus, Haruhi and Refia shyly inching closer, Raul and the others stirring up trouble only to be reprimanded by Bert, and a group of female faction members more excited than usual upon seeing Ais…

The morning dining hall erupted in unprecedented noise.

……

After breakfast finally ended, the faction leaders gathered in the leader’s office.

“Congratulations, Ais, for reaching the Lv.6 domain.”

“… Thank you.”

Finn offered his congratulations to the girl who entered the office together with him.

“Ais has reached Lv.6 too, time flies by so fast.”

“Isn’t growth a good thing? Regardless of whether the time is fast or slow, fairies always like to wax poetic.”

“After this, I actually agree with the old man’s thoughts, teacher.”

Following Finn, Riviria, Gress, and Izay took turns conversing.

In the room adorned with a large bookshelf and a warm fireplace, Finn sat behind the desk, Gress had a special large wooden chair, while Izay, Ais, and Riviria leaned against the nearby bookcase.

Of course, Loki was present too. The crimson-haired goddess sat on Finn’s desk, intentionally teasing with ill intent.

“Finn, you guys need to step it up now. Being surpassed by the new generation as seasoned leaders will surely damage your reputations, won’t it?”

“That might actually be something worth celebrating~”

Unfortunately, the Halfling Tribe Leader had known her for over a decade, his resistance to the goddess’s trash talk was already maxed out, completely unaffected by her provocation.

The other two were similar, pretending not to hear her words with their eyes closed.

“Tsk, Finn, sometimes you’re just too serious. It’s no fun at all.”

“Thank you for the compliment, it’s intentional~”

“NANI——!? Is this also part of your plan, Finn!?”

Izay leaned against the bookcase, looking up at the Magic Stone chandelier on the ceiling, gently bumping the books behind him with the back of his head, patiently waiting for Loki to finish her trash talk.

Beside him, Ais blinked her eyes, confused and showing a bewildered expression.

Weren’t they supposed to discuss the future activities of the faction? Why hasn’t it started yet?

Finally, as if reacting to Ais’s unspoken question, Loki put away her smile.

“Let’s start the activity meeting this time. It’s mainly about the new colored Magic Stones and the next expedition.”

“And by the way, where are Tione, Tiona, and Raul? They’re officers too, they should at least attend this kind of meeting, right?”

After announcing the theme, Loki began complaining.

“Tione and Tiona went to find a place to practice sparring. Bert, as expected, probably headed towards the Babel Tower.” Izay replied helplessly.

“These three have been spurred on by Ais…”

“An unconventional boost in morale?”

Finn and Gress asked and answered each other, while Riviria rubbed her forehead.

“Let’s set them aside for now and notify them later.”

“That’s true. We still need to hold the meeting, so let’s exchange detailed information.”

Loki casually crossed her legs and informed everyone.

As the theme suggested, they had gathered this time to discuss the new species of monsters and the upcoming expedition.

For now, the expedition only had its date set, preparations would still take a few more days. What truly needed discussion were the new species of monsters.

Recently, these creatures seemed to have targeted Loki Familia one after another, continuously posing security threats to everyone.

Whether it was the venomous worms, man-eating flowers, female types, or the red-haired beast tamer and the gem fetus, they were all related to the new species of monsters, all unprecedented new enemies (things).

Loki and her companions needed to reassess their approach and strategies when dealing with these entities.

Especially that red-haired beast tamer.

Not only was her origin mysterious, but her combat power was unprecedentedly at Level 6, which required particular attention.

After all, defeating her was one thing, but that doesn’t mean they could let their guard down against her.

How terrifying would it be if a Level 6 adventurer were to launch a surprise attack?

There’s a saying: We’re not afraid of thieves stealing, but of thieves having designs on us.

One can steal for a thousand days, but can one guard against theft for a thousand days?

They must uncover her origins and find a way to deal with her!