“I can see Aotake Village!”
From Rei's back, Rose could see a village surrounded by mountains. Yes, Rose and the others return to Alhatross from Dwipa. Prince Jatayu is coming with them to conclude an information exchange treaty with Lord Dalgodas. Naturally, since it's the prince's party, they are accompanied by several bodyguards, soldiers, and luggage carriers.
The village seen from above is beautiful. It was a picturesque landscape, surrounded by forests and mountains, with lakes and waterfalls here and there. The place stands alone amid nature.
Rose and the others landed near the village entrance. Naturally, this caused an uproar, and even the security forces and the Black Ops. were dispatched. However, when they saw Miraiya, Rinka, Darga, and Yanagi, they changed their attitude and turned to greeting mode.
While waiting for the carriage and reception preparations, Rose and the others decided to stay at the village entrance for a while. During that time, luggage was unloaded, and those who would go with Jatayu to meet Dalgodas were selected. All but the chosen ones were to wait outside the village. In exchange, they will be provided with a place to rest and meals, the guard captain said.
After waiting for a while, a carriage came from the village. Miraiya and Jatayu were to ride in the front carriage. The second carriage was occupied by Rinka and one of Jatayu's bodyguards, and the third carriage was occupied by Rose, Yanagi, Darga, and Moi. In addition, several wagons for baggage also arrived.
The carriage slowly enters the village while looking at the nostalgic scenery. When Rose saw this scene a year ago, she remembered when she left it and felt very nostalgic. Rose at that time and Rose now are so different. Rose doesn't know if anyone will remember her. In fact, she doesn't know much about the village since she's only lived there for a few months after she woke up. However, she's sure the rumors about her have spread this far.
Especially rumor about a glowing monster girl rained blood on the capital.
Yanagi remained silent the entire time. Rose doesn't know what he's thinking. Maybe he was concerned about the rumors, thought Rose. Yanagi held Rose's hand to keep her from getting lost somewhere.
The carriage arrived at the mansion and stopped at the main gate. Jatayu wears a colorful necklace and has a cloth draped over his shoulders. Although he wears Dwipa's traditional costume and is naked from the waist up, he looks great in this outfit. He looked very dignified and looked like a prince, thought Rose. When Miraiya also tried to get off the carriage, Jatayu took her hand like a gentleman and helped her get off the carriage. Miraiya was also beautifully dressed, and anyone who saw her looked breathtakingly beautiful. Rinka and the bodyguard immediately disembark and enter the mansion surrounding Jatayu and Miraiya. The two greeted Dalgodas and Frey who were on their way.
Rose and the others also got down and greeted each other in turn. Frey looked at Rose and held her as her tears fell.
"Mother, I’m home."
"Welcome back, Rose. You've grown up."
"Yes, I am."
"Tell me more about it later. Welcome back, Yanagi."
While Frey said that, she smiled.
"I’m home, Mother."
Yanagi bowed politely to Frey. He seemed aloof, Rose thought. However, this is a form of etiquette. Dalgodas went inside with Jatayu and Miraiya first. Moi and Darga greeted Frey and entered the mansion with Rose and the others.
Rose and the others were told to wait in the living room inside the mansion. Rinka and Jatayu's bodyguard Fereza are already sitting there. Dalgodas, Miraiya, and Jatayu are having a quick discussion in the lord's office. Since it was a sudden visit, there was an urgency. Frey is sitting next to Rose, patting her head. She was such a kind mother, Rose thought. Sometimes she would order her maids to serve tea and pastries. Fereza also answered Frey's questions while drinking tea, and ate some delicious baked goods.
After about an hour, the meeting ended and Jatayu and Miraiya came out. It seems that Jatayu will be staying in a VIP room tonight. Due to her work, Miraiya will live in Dalgodas's mansion for a few months. Fereza and Yanagi will stay in guest rooms.
Next, Rose, Yanagi, Moi, and Darga entered Dalgodas' office. Rose thought he was still a big father and always looked scary. Rose looks at Dalgodas and thinks his beard makes him look even more frightening.
After greeting them on their return, Rose and Yanagi were ordered to sit on the sofa in the office. Darga submitted a petition for Moi and hoped Dalgodas would permit his engagement.
"So, are you going to get engaged to Moi, the maid, there, Darga?"
"Yes, Sir."
"Hmm."
Dalgodas looked at Moi and sighed.
"No. I won't approve of your engagement. I won't permit you."
"Lord Dalgodas!"
Darga couldn't help but let out a voice with a surprised look on his face. Moi had her head down and looked very worried.
"Yanagi, call the head chef and your mother. They need to come right away!"
"Yes, Sir."
Yanagi went out of the room and gave orders to a nearby servant. After a while, the head chef came rushing in from the kitchen. Frey entered the room with Yanagi. Meanwhile, Dalgodas is writing something on paper.
"Alright, both of you come here. Seti and Yanagi will be your witnesses."
Dalgodas once again ordered Darga and Moi to come to the front.
"Darga, I do not accept your engagement, but I recognize you and Moi as husband and wife. Write your names here!"
"Are they getting married?"
Rose couldn't help but cry out.
"Yes, we're in the middle of a wedding ceremony. Stay there and watch quietly!"
"Yes, I'm sorry."
Rose reluctantly nodded.
"Yanagi, write your name here, then Seti, you write next to it."
When Dalgodas said this, Yanagi and Seti all nodded.
"Yes, Sir."
"Hahaha, I’m so happy."
Yanagi and Seti immediately wrote their names.
"Frey."
"Yes, dear."
"I left Moi's bridal costume up to you. There will be the Prince's banquet at dinnertime tonight. And I'm planning to hold a wedding banquet for these two. Seti, I know it will be difficult to prepare a sudden banquet, but I entrust you."
Frey nodded and smiled.
"Please leave it to me! Bwahahahahaha, I'm so happy to feel so happy after such a long time!"
Seti laughed and he nodded.
"Frey, Moi's clothes should be loose-fitting. Don't make them too tight. I'll send Darga to you after this, so I asked for his clothes, too."
"Aaah! Yes!"
Frey's face looked like she understood something. Then, Frey took Moi and left the room. The head chef also left the room and immediately went to the kitchen.
"Darga, register Moi as your spouse tomorrow."
"Yes...um..."
"What?"
"Why did I suddenly get married?"
Darga didn't seem to understand what had happened.
"Once you got engaged, what were you planning to do?"
"I was planning to work as a guard for a while to earn money, but..."
"You idiot!!!!!"
It came out. That thunder... Rose was shocked.
"Listen, Darga. That's why you're a half-human. Even though I keep saying it, don't you understand?!"
"What...?"
Darga, a level 8 warrior, looks like a small child in front of Dalgodas.
"Moi is harboring your child!"
"Eh!"
Darga blinked.
"What will happen if you, the one closest to her, don't notice? That means you're a half-human!"
"Yes, Sir. I'm sorry, Sir."
"Think about what will happen if you just go to another town and Moi’s belly grows and your child is born!"
"Yes..."
Darga blinked and nodded.
"If you are not married or have her registered as your spouse, when anything happens to you, you are the one who knows best what will happen to your children. Do not give any shit to your children! Do you understand?!"
"Yes, Sir. I'm sorry, Sir."
Darga nodded. Darga had no idea that Moi was pregnant.
"It's fine if you understand. Alright, Darga. What are you going to do now?"
"For the sake of my children, I'm thinking of finding a new job. Before that, I have to find a place to live."
"I'll give you a place to live. There's an old guard captain's mansion, but no one lives there now. I'll give it to you. Later, I'll send the servants to clean it. This is a wedding present from me. And also the bare minimum daily necessities will be provided, too."
"Thank you, Sir!"
Dalgodas gave Darga a bold wedding present.
"By the way, Darga."
"Yes, Sir."
"Why don't you settle down in the village? Will you share your knowledge with the younger generation?"
"What do you mean?"
"In the village, there is a vacant position for a level 5 or above trainer who wants to be a mercenary or an escort guard. The salary is not as high as a mercenary job, but I wanted you to be in the village for the sake of the children who will be born. I think it's better."
"Yes, Sir. I'll do it."
"Good."
Dalgodas smiled and nodded.
"Thank you, Sir!"
"Also, I would like to thank you for educating Rose, protecting her, and caring for her. Originally, I was supposed to do it, but I had no choice but to entrust it to you. I received a monthly report from Miraiya and left it to you and Moi. I really thought it was great. I appreciate it."
"No, it's a wasteful word. It was my duty so I just had to fulfill it."
Darga shook his head.
"And also you did hard work in the capital and Dwipa country. I heard everything from Miraiya and Prince Jatayu. Well done."
"Yes, Sir."
"Then, now you should go to Frey's place. Prepare the costumes for the wedding reception."
"Yes, thank you, Sir. Please excuse me."
Darga left the room with a happy face. Dalgodas clapped his hands and one of his servants appeared. He ordered the servant to consult with the chief maid regarding the cleaning of the former guard chief's mansion and providing some household supplies. The servant bowed his head and left the room.