Yuuki, Guts and I were in the dungeon. It was the day after Yuuki had taken us to his family's grave. After she finished crying I took her home. We had just killed a group of monsters on the seventh floor. The end of the day was approaching. Or at least the end for Yuuki. Usually Guts and I would go back to the dungeon afterwards so we could hunt monsters in the tenth and eleventh floor.
So we started to go back up into the dungeon. Once we got up there we swapped stones and gave part of the Valis to Yuuki so she could live. And we separated at the entrance of the dungeon.
"Good evening, Yuuki. See you tomorrow for our morning training, at the same place and at the same time. "I said to her.
" Very well Ashborn. Let's do this, be careful in the dungeon. "Then she comes up to me with a blow and puts a kiss on my cheek. "It's to thank you yesterday. You don't know how much your words touched me. And it freed me from a weight I didn't even know I had. I can never thank you enough, Ashborn. "she smiles at me before she leaves.
I stood there, a little dazed by what had just happened. And as I turned around to go back to the dungeon. I saw Guts giving me a slightly mocking look. "I advise you to keep your mouth shut Guts. If you don't want to get into trouble. »
"I didn't say anything, Ashborn. You need to calm down a bit. "He said to me but I could feel in his voice that he was being ironic. And so we went back inside the dungeon. But as we walked down the stairs I couldn't help thinking that something was watching us.
"Guts, do you feel the same as I do? "I say I stop in the middle of the seventh floor.
"Yeah captain. We're not alone. "he says as he pulls his sword out of its scabbard.
"I know you're here, there's no need to hide. "I'm talking out loud. And it only took a few seconds for someone to come out of the corner. And came towards us with his arms up in the air.
"We relax, I'm not here to fight. "He's talking, I think I remember him. He's a level one adventurer. He is one of a group of six people who are all level one if I remember correctly.
"Why were you following us. "I answer as Guts puts his sword on his shoulder.
"I just wanted to see the promising new adventurers who have made it down to the eleventh floor in less than two months. You didn't see that you were attracting more and more attention among the Level 1 adventurers " It's true that now that he says it. I notice that sometimes we get strange looks of the others.
"Well, now that you've seen us. I would ask you to leave. "I said, my completely serious voice.
"Good, good, I'm leaving. Maybe we'll see each other again some other time. "And it was with these words that he left.
"I think this guy didn't tell us what he really wanted with us, Captain. "Guts tells me.
"I completely agree with you, Guts. "I'm talking and as we go on as if nothing had happened. My thoughts were busy with this meeting.
I know that this adventurer and his group have a bad reputation. I have heard more than one adventurer talk about them and it was never good.
I think the most likely cause why he is following us is that he wanted to evaluate us. He wanted to know how many monsters we were killing, and therefore how many magic stones we were collecting. To know if we are value preys.
Maybe he told us the truth. That he just wanted to see what we looked like in battle. But the case of an adventurer being killed in the dungeon by other adventurers happens more often than we think. And I'm going to trust my instincts, which tell me that this person doesn't mean any good to me and my Familia.
The rest of our descent into the dungeon went well. And after staying another two hours, we set off again. So we swapped stones and as we left the guild. I saw a long white coat that was not unfamiliar to me.
I couldn't see her face. The hood of her white coat was hiding her. So I don't know if it was really her or not. So I stopped to observe what she would do. Guts looked at me, probably wondering why I stopped all of a sudden.
"An problem Ashborn." He asked me to observe me.
"I think I saw a person of interest. But I'm not sure, I'm going to stay for a while to observe her. Go home, tell Lady Amaterasu I'll be back a little later. "I told him, continuing to observe the person I suspect is not originally from this world.
"You are sure, Captain. "He asked me for confirmation. And I nod.
"Very good, but don't stay out too late. You wouldn't want to worry our goddess unnecessarily. "I nod at him again as he leaves. Continuing to observe this person, I see her going go to reception.
But I can see as soon as something seems to be wrong. I don't know why, but the man at the front desk seems to react badly to her. And he starts hurling insults at her that are barely veiled. I decided to intervene at that moment.
"Well, there's no need to be so aggressive with this young woman. I wonder what's going on here." So I say, I'm getting close to both of them.
"If I were you, I wouldn't get involved in what's going on here. And above all, I would avoid getting close to her." He said to me and I could feel the disdain coming from him when he was talking about her.
"I apologize for coming here. I didn't mean to disturb you." The hooded girl spoke and this led to the exit. I couldn't help but give the man a black look before I set off in pursuit of the girl. I saw her passing quickly through the crowd. So I caught up with him.
"Excuse me. I wanted to ask you what happened there." I said it as she turned around to look at me. She bowed to me.
"I'm sorry I bothered you with my stories. But I don't think you should stay with me." She spoke as she stood up. But I stop her again.
"I'm sorry to stop you again but I can't help but be curious. Why you try to keep people away from you. "I asked her and then she took me by the hand and took me to an alley with no one around. She turned towards me and took the hood off her coat. And that's when I got my confirmation. Long silver hair, amethyst eyes. And the ears that I recognise belong to the half-elves. I looked at her and all I saw in those eyes was sadness and acceptance. As if she expected to show her appearance, she show me why I shouldn't be with her.
I think that in this world too. She was bullied because of her appearance. But I don't see why that would be the case. Is there a Satella here as well. I think you have understood it but in front of me stood Emilia from the anime Re:Zero. She was a character that I liked very much, I think that to discriminate against her because she looks like a person who caused problems 400 years ago, completely stupid.
"I'm sorry, but apart from a beautiful young woman, I don't see anything special. I don't see how, that should answer my question of why, I should stay away from you. "She looked at me as if I had said the most surprising thing she had ever heard.
She said, "I am half elf," as she showed me those ears.
"That's what I thought I saw. And what if it was?" She looks at me, with more and more surprise in her eyes.
"I have silver hair, amethyst eyes. And I'm half elf," she repeats.
"Honestly, I don't see why it's a problem. Do you mind if we talk about it, I know a nice place to stay. "I think my last sentence surprised her too much. She looked at me as if I had grown a second head. She accepted my proposal anyway. But as we headed back on the road to the hostess of fertility. I saw that she put her hood back on.
After we arrived, we took a table. I only came to the establishment a few times. And this was the first time I saw her. Syr Flova. I don't feel safe with her around. I know that she has a connection with the Freya Familia. Especially with Freya herself. I know that Freya has one eye on me. That's why I don't feel reassured with her around.
We then placed an order. And when our order arrived, she was still wearing her hoodie. "You should take off your hood. You'd probably be more comfortable. "I said to her. She looked up at me. I can see the indecision in these movements, before she slowly takes the hood off her head.
For a few seconds he can't get anything past her. Then everyone in the room started looking towards us. Especially at her. After I had given them all a black look. They all went back to their conversation. Even though they were still keeping an eye on us. Especially Mia who didn't want any problems in her establishment, so she observed that nobody was trying anything.
"Well I didn't expect such a reaction. "I say with a smile on my face. She looks at me with a pained face.
"I'm sorry for drawing attention to us. "She says and lowers her head.
I laugh at that before I answer. "Don't worry, it's okay. Even though I wonder why he's looking at you like that. "She looks at me surprised.
"You don't know Satella's story." She says and I shake my head. She was surprised by my lack of information.
"I know I may be asking a bit too much. But you wouldn't mind telling me her story. "I ask her. I saw her hesitate before starting to answer.
"She was an adventurer who lived over 100 years ago. She was the most powerful adventurer of her time. But apparently she went mad with her power. She killed the members of her Familia. Then she attacked the whole city. It took months before the other adventurers were able to defeat her. But the damage had already been done. She had attacked the city, but also the surrounding countries. Her memory has remained engraved in the world's memory. "I understand, it was pretty much the same story as in her home world.
The story of the people who were sent to this world never changed much from their lives in their old world. Guts was a mercenary before I recruited him. Yuuki had health problems with her family. Emilia was discriminated against because of her appearance.
"Let me guess. She was a half elf with silver hair and amethyst eyes. "I saw her nodding her head towards me.
"So, let me tell you something. I think it's completely stupid that you are being pushed aside by society, because you look like someone who caused a disaster over a hundred years ago. All the people who despise you because of your appearance are idiots and people whose opinions you shouldn't care about. "I said to her and I think it's the first time someone has ever said that to her. Or at least a stranger she's just met.
"I didn't introduce myself. Ashborn, captain of the Amaterasu Familia. Nice to meet you. "I said to her when I presented my hand.
She looked at my hand before she took it. "Emilia, my name is Emilia. "I smile at her again.
"As I said. Nice to meet you, Emilia. If you don't mind me asking. What brings you to Orario? "I ask her, hoping that the superior being has given me an opportunity in his story to recruit her.
"I came here to become an adventurer. My aunt, the person who raised me was an adventurer. She told me it was the best time of her life. She had friends and had adventures with them in the dungeon. She wanted me to have this experience and she convinced me to go to Orario. "She smiles as she talks about her aunt. But her smile soon disappeared.
"But when I arrived in Orario. That's when things started to go wrong. Already in my village I was getting black looks sometimes, but here. When I went to the guild to get information on how to become an adventuress. The person at the reception desk insulted me. I have been back there several times since then. But I never got any other results. What you saw today was only my last attempt. »
"I'm sorry to hear that. If you want I can help you. "I said to her with a smile. She looked at me, shocked that I offered to help.
"You know, usually people insult those close to me too. Saying he should get away from the half devil. I wouldn't want to cause you any trouble. "I laugh before I shake my head.
"Don't worry about me. I've decided to help you, so that's what I'm going to do. "I'm saying, reassuring her, that I don't care what people think.
"So if you want to become an adventurer, you'll have to join a Familia. All you have to do is find a Familia that wants you. "I say, drinking from my beer.
"The problem is that I've already tried. I've been to different Families. They all turned me down. They told me that they didn't want a problem with me joining their Familia. That's why I went to the guild. I wanted to know where I could find a Familia that would accept me. "She said, and I gave her a big smile.
"They are a bunch of idiots. If you want I can let you join my Familia. You look like a competent person to me. And I think I have a good feeling about whether a person has potential or not. "I said to her and smiled as I saw her looking at me.
"You're sure, I'm half elf. I have silver hair. I tend to push people away because of my resemblance to Satella. "I smile at her as I stand up.
"Don't worry, I've got it all figured out. And even with that I'm still offering you to join my Familia. "I pay the bill and reach out my hand to her. She took my hand after a moment's hesitation. Then we went to my house.
"You think the members of your Familia will agree with your choice. I mean, they might not want me. "She told me that she was following me through the streets when she put her hood back on.
"I don't think so. My goddess is not like that. She is a good person and the best goddess I could have had. And she trusts me with the people I want in our Familia. Guts is not the type to worry about appearances or where people come from. And Yuuki also doesn't care about that kind of thing. She wants to get to know people so she can make her own judgement. "I told her as we approached my house. The sun was starting to fall.
"Here we are. "I said and moved closer to the door. I enter the house and am greeted by Lady Amaterasu. "Here you are again, Ashborn. And I see you are not alone. I have the feeling that every time you come home too late. You bring a new person home." She sighs before continuing.
" I am the goddess Amaterasu, the goddess of Ashborn. It is a pleasure to meet you. "She welcomes Emilia. I smile and told her.
"Her name is Emilia and she would like to join our Familia. "Then I said that I pushed Emilia to stand in front of me. She takes off her hood before she introduces herself. Like me Lady Amaterasu did not react to her appearance. I had no doubt that Lady Amaterasu would not care about such things.
"Hello, as Ashborn said. My name is Emilia and I am pleased to meet you too. I want to be an adventuress but all the Familias I wanted to join did not want me. "I can see her bowing her head a little at this. But Lady Amaerasu took her head and lifted it up.
"I can see why he would do that. You look like Satella. But I can assure you that no one in my Familia will judge you for it. So if you want, you can join my Familia. "She smiles at him. And Emilia smiled back at him, even though I could see moisture in those eyes.
"Thank you for letting me join your Familia. "I laughed and smiled at her.
"Don't worry about it. We are the ones who are happy to welcome you. "I said then Lady Amaterasu took her to her room to give her the Falna. After a few minutes. Emilia returned with Lady Amaterasu. I saw that Lady Amaterasu looked happy but at the same time preoccupied. I could ask her later why.
I am on my way to Emilia. "Welcome to our Familia, Emilia. "I smile at her and she smiles back at me. Then I walk into the living room where Guts was taking care of his sword. "Guts, this is the fourth members of our Familia. "Guts looks at Emilia and says to me.
"Another woman. Yuuki wasn't enough for you. You are going to seduce her too. "He says to me with a mocking look. I'm still not used to this side of him. Whereas with all the people who are not part of our Familia, he has a cold and distant personality. With us he has a completely different one.
Emilia blushed at these words as she hid her face. Lady Amaterasu didn't seem very happy with the insinuation either. I gave him a black look. "We'll see tomorrow morning if you still say the same thing. "And I leave with a smile on my face. Leaving him worried about tomorrow's fight. Maybe he should have kept quiet.
"My name is Emilia. I hope we can get along. "She spoke with Guts and he turned his head towards her.
"Guts" he just answered her. I tell him he's like that with all the people he doesn't know. But he just needs to get to know you a little better. And after that, I moved on to another problem.
"Emilia, you have a place to live in the city. "I ask her and I see her shaking her head.
"I was staying at the hostel, but soon I wouldn't be able to pay for it. He makes me pay three times the normal price to stay. And this is the best offer I could find in the different hostels in the town I went to. "I frown at the thought of what I would do if I ran into this guy.
"Well, there's no room here. But there are rooms available at Yuuki home. She doesn't live too far from here. I'll show you the way. "And after that we went to Yuuki's place.
I could see that during our trip to Yuuki's house. She had put her hood back on. I walked up to her and took it off. She looked at me surprised. Wondering why I was doing this.
"You don't need to hide like a criminal. From now on you are part of my Familia. And I don't allow anyone to attack my Familia. You don't need to hide anymore. From now on you are under my protection. "I tell her as I go on my way. But I could feel her gaze on me.
I saw how people looked at her. Then an adventurer, drunk with what I could see. It approached us. From his equipment I could tell that he was probably level 1.
"Well" he said. "A half elf with silver hair. you have no shame to sho" He didn't have time to finish his sentence before I threw my fist in his face. He collapsed to the ground a few metres away. He must have fainted on the spot because he didn't get up.
"Nobody insults a member of my family. Come on, Emilia, Yuuki's house is further away. "I say and as she follows me I can see her look down.
"I'm sorry, if I hadn't been there. It wouldn't have happened. "She says to me.
I smile at her. "Don't worry, don't worry. You don't have to apologize for the attitude of these assholes. And next time I'd be happier if you said thank you, than to apologize. "I turn around and smile at her. She was shocked by my words before she smiled back at me. And believe me, Emilia had one of the most beautiful smiles I have ever seen.
We arrived at Yuuki's house after that and I knocked on her door. I heard movement inside. Then I saw her open the door. She was surprised to see me. "Ashborn it's you, what are you doing here at this hour. Something has happened. "Then I pointed to Emilia.
"Yuuki, this is Emilia. She is the fourth member of our Familia. Emilia is Yuuki" Yuuki looks at Emilia and gives her a big smile.
"Welcome to our familia, Emilia. I'm glad I'm no longer the only girl in the group exploring the dungeon. "Emilia was surprised at how positive she was.
"I too am happy to join you. "She smiled back. Then I turn to Yuuki.
"Emilia doesn't have a place to live in the city. I was wondering if you would mind if you let her live with you. "I asked her and immediately. She steps aside to let us in.
"Of course I don't mind. I would be happy if someone else lived with me in this house. I would feel less lonely. "After that Emilia and I came in. After some further discussion. I left to go.
"Thank you again for welcoming her into your home, Yuuki. I'll come tomorrow to pick you up for the morning training. "I said to her on his doorstep.
"Don't think about it. She's part of our Familia. And we support each other when we are in a Familia. But I would like to let you know something. "She got serious when she said that. And a serious Yuuki was rare.
"I think someone was following me when I went home earlier. "And immediately my face took on a serious expression too. If there's one thing I don't joke about. It is the safety of the members of my Familia.
"We too were followed when we returned to the dungeon with Guts. I don't think it was a coincidence. If I am correct, it was a group that saw that we were bringing money and planned to rob us. I can't be sure that's it, but it's the most likely option. "I say to her and turn around to leave and tell her one last thing.
"From now on we'll have to be careful in the dungeon. And Yuuki, you're not going back alone. And you wait for me to come and get you in the morning. And until this situation resolves itself. I want us all to be careful. "I told her before I left I was waving at her.
"See you tomorrow, Ashborn. "She said to me, and after that. She closed the door.
POV Emilia
I didn't expect this day to go so well for me. So much so that I wonder if I deserve to feel such joy. In the beginning it was just like a normal day. I hid my face to avoid being noticed. I went to the guild to try and get some new information. I hoped it wouldn't be the same person at the reception.
But unfortunately, it was. I went anyway. But the result was no different from the last few times. And then he arrived. At first I thought he would be like all the others. But I was surprised that he stood up for me. But seeing that he was going to have problems with the guild staff. I decided to leave.
But he surprised me again by following me. I tried to push him away, because I didn't want him to get into trouble by being seen with me. But then he offered to help me again. So I did what I know might push him away for good. I showed him my appearance.
His reaction was extraordinary. Because there was none. He looked at me as if he didn't see the problem. And after that came his invitation to drink something and then to join his Familia.
I don't know why I trust him so much. It's just that inside me, I know I can trust him. I wouldn't know how to explain it. He introduced me to the rest of his familia. And to my surprise. None of them reacted negatively to me. And now I was at Yuuki's house, the third member of the Familia.
"I'm going to introduce you to your room and follow me. "She told me as we were going upstairs.
I was about to apologize for imposing myself before I remembered Ashborn's words. "Thank you for putting me up. I don't know where else I would sleep. »
"Oh don't worry about that. We are part of the same Familia now. So we have to help each other. I'm curious, how did you join the Familia. "She asks me.
"It was Ashborn who came to see me. I was having problems with a member of the guild and he tried to help me. Then we talked and I told him that I was looking to become an adventurer but nobody wanted me. I am used to being pushed away because of my appearance. But Ashborn didn't. He didn't even hesitate for a second before he offered me to join his Familia. "I say thinking about Ashborn.
"It all feels familiar. My story is pretty much the same. I was looking to be an adventurer but nobody wanted me. Then I ran into Ashborn and Guts while he's was training. He spotted me and offered me a training fight and then I joined his Familia. Ashborn is a really good person. He recently helped me to solve a personal problem that had been tormenting me for a long time. I can never thank him enough for what he has done for me. "She talks to me and opens a door. It's true that Ashborn seemed like a nice person to me. But I could also see that he was defensive towards the members of his Familia. He fought for me, even though we only knew each other since today.
"This will be your room. Make yourself at home. "I could see that it was a simple room with a bed and a chest of drawers.
"I don't know why, but the first time I saw Ashborn. There was a little voice inside telling me that I could trust him. "She said, and I was surprised because I too had a voice telling me the same thing.
"It's the same for me. When he offered me to join his Familia. My heart told me that he was someone I could trust. "I answered her and she smiled at me.
"I think it's a sign of destiny. Ashborn was probably the best encounter in my life so far. Maybe it will be for you too. "She says to me and turns to leave.
"I think you should go to sleep. Our captain wants us to get up early for training. So good night Emilia" she says as she closes the door.
"Good night too Yuuki," I say. And so that ended my first day in Amaterasu Familia.
POV Ashborn
I was in Lady Amaterasu's room. We were there to discuss our new member. I saw that Lady Amaterasu was worried about something.
"What is it, Lady Amaterasu? Is there a problem with Emilia ? "I asked her, as she was updating my status in passing. She didn't answer me, but just handed me a sheet of paper. That was Emilia's status.
Emilia
LV 1
STR: I0
VIT: I0
DEX : I0
IGA: I0
MAG: I0
Magic :
Ice Brand Arts
Skill :
I see what worried her. It's the fact that Emilia has magic. It's true that it could become embarrassing when the other Familia find out. Then there is also the fact of Emilia's appearance. This might make some Families want to recruit her, but not all of them. Some will be to affraid of her. I already had enough to do with Freya. But now I have to deal with all those who want to recruit Emilia into their Familia.
It's going to be difficult. But I refuse to let anyone take a member of my Familia away from me against their will. I am the captain of my Familia. I must lead and protect them. I just need more time. I will have to pass level 2 in a short time.
"Don't worry Lady Amaterasu. I will protect our Familia from all those who want to harm us. If any Familias think they can take a member from us, they will have to deal with me. "I said to her, and one could only find seriousness and determination in my tone.
"So I am counting on you Ashborn. You know that I trust you with everything. So far you have fulfilled your promise. Thanks to you I had three wonderful children. Even though I haven't talked to Emilia much. I can tell that she is a pure soul. So protect her. And protect our Familia. "She hugs me after that. And I couldn't help but blush at our closeness.
Timeskip Three days.
So it's been three days since Emilia joined our Familia. The first day we did the basic things. Buying some protective gear and joining the guild. We didn't need to buy her a weapon because her magic, Ice Brand Arts. Is a magic that allows the creation of ice weapons. And I must say that they were probably better than the steel weapons we had. His magic also allowed her to project these ice weapons.
Her use of magic in being a brand new adventuress attracted attention. But most of the Familia was repelled by her appearance. He didn't want to have Satella's reincarnation in their Familia, as thay say. But I don't think it will repel all the Familia. I pay attention to all those who try to approach her to recruit her.
With the group that followed three days ago. We were very careful in the dungeon. They were going to come one day. It's my instinct that tells me. And as always my instincts proved to be right. We were coming up from the dungeon to the surface. When on the fifth floor we saw a group of six surrounding us.
"Well what have we got here. A group of new adventurers descending so low into the dungeon. You know it's dangerous, if you want in exchange for all your magic stones. We can protect you until you get out. "He says and immediately everyone in my group took out these weapons.
"I think we can take care of ourselves. So please let us pass. "I said in a deadly serious tone. And that's when they too drew their weapons.
"Think carefully about what you are doing. You have all been adventurers for only two months for the oldest among you. And three days for the youngest. We may be level 1 but we've been adventurers for more than a year. So I advise you to give us everything you have, before it ends badly for you and your group. You wouldn't want anything bad to happen to those two pretty girls with you, would you? "My face becomes completely empty before I answer her.
"If I can give you some advice too. It's to not threaten someone else's familia. "I say and before he can even react. With my AGI SS statistic. I ran into him and before he could even do anything. I stuck my sword in his leg. He screams in pain as his eyes widen in front of my speed. He falls to the ground as he drops his spear.
"Guts, Yuuki. Stay in defence in front of Emilia. I'll take the offense. "I say and immediately afterwards. They are placed on either side of Emilia. They are right that she only has three days of experience as an adventurer. While we were putting in our defensive formation. The guy next to me who was close to the guy who was talking to us. Decided to swing his axe at me with an insult.
I dodged his blow and I hit him in the face, pulling him back a few steps. Then I kicked him in the chest. Kicking him to the ground as well, I think I broke his rib cage. Meanwhile, an approach of Guts armed with a sword and a shield was approaching. And another approached Yuuki, this one armed with a sword. The two others were archers, they were behind their leader while he was talking. So they were the closest to me. So they shot at me with their arrows. I took one in the arm and the other in the shoulder and I took a step backwards.
But before I could even counterattack. I saw two ice swords crashing into their torso. And they fell to the ground. I turned to Emilia who had her hands outstretched towards them. And a troubled look in her eyes.
After that Yuuki managed to beat the swordsman who was facing her. He probably had the best basic abilities. But he didn't have the incredible talent that Yuuki had. Guts had sent the guy flying into the wall by hitting his shield with all his strength. The shield and probably the arm he was holding was crushed.
We regrouped after that. Emilia had come to her senses a little and removed the arrows stuck in me. Then I drank a healing potion. Feeling my wounds close I sighed with relief. All the enemy group was around us, on the ground and moaning. I could hear monsters coming. I grab their potions so thay can't heal the injuries.
"Come on, let's go." I said, I'm starting to leave. Guts followed me without saying anything else. But I could see that Emilia and Yuuki were having doubts.
"I hear the monsters coming. If you leave them like that. They don't stand a chance." Yuuki says to me, I sigh and turn to her.
"Do you have any idea what they would have done, if we had lost. What they would have done to you and Emilia. I don't think I'm a bad person. I don't do bad things for no reason. But them, do you think we are their first victims. How many people before us have they attacked and robbed. I don't think this kind of person changes, I don't want to have the death of an innocent person on my conscience if I save them and he kills again." Then I say that I get close to them and hug them.
"You are the dearest thing in this world to me. I will not allow anyone to threaten or hurt you. If we save them, they will not take defeat kindly. They will come back and probably with more people." Then I say, I finish hugging them.
"Come on. "I say to them and we went back up to the surface.
"You've made the right choice. "Guts says to me as we were coming to the surface. I turn to the girls with their heads down. "I wonder. "I said and walked over to the guild to exchange our stones. After that we all went back to our respective houses. After telling Lady Amaterasu what happened, she was very worried about us. I reassured her by telling her that it was all over. So we went to bed after this exhausting day. But I couldn't sleep, so I got up and went to Yuuki's house.
I knocked on her door, I thought she would be asleep but I was wrong. She quickly opened the door for me. I could see Emilia behind her. "I can come in. "I asked her and she nodded her head.
"I'm sorry about what happened today. I'm sorry that I forced you to make this choice. "They looked up at me and Emilia spoke.
"It's not your fault, Ashborn. You had our best interests in mind. In fact, the fact that you are so protective of us. I can't help but be happy about it. The only person who was ever protective of me was my aunt. I never had anyone else." Emilia says to me as she puts her head on my shoulder.
"It's the same for me. It's just, it's the first time I've ever fought a life or death battle with men. It has almost nothing to do with our training fights. "Then she puts her head on my other shoulder.
"To tell the truth. I don't feel anything that I let those people die. They threatened you with something worse than death. And I was beside myself after that. I think that's what bothers me the most. The fact that even afterwards, I don't feel anything special. Beside than I am happy that you are safety." I say and they come closer to me. We fell asleep in that position. And I swore to myself that I would never let anything happen to them.
AN: This is chapter four. I hope you enjoyed it. And so Emilia entered the Familia. We could see how far Ashborn was willing to go to defend his Familia. I hope the fight scene was interesting. They were all level 1. but they were expecting to fight Rookies who have never fought another human before. They were surprised. For the next member's clue. She wields a halberd.