[ Kaori! ]

A Little boy ran toward the Hero party while yelling out Kaori's name.

[ Welcome back Kaori! It's nice to see you again, when you're not here everything seems boring. You didn't get hurt? are you okay? ] Kaori can see a dog tail wagging behind this boy for some reason, even though he's human.

Of course not only Kaori, the rest of the students were also back from their excursion. Some were annoyed that this kid completely ignore their existence.

[ Prince Lundel, we're back. It's nice to see you too. ] Kaori said with an elegant bow while clutching the hem of her robe.

Lundel S. B Heiligh was the prince of Heiligh Kingdom. A 10 years old boy with blonde hair and blue eyes.

He's infatuated with Kaori the day they were summoned. But he's still a little kid so Kaori thought of him that he'd just grown attached to her. She can't imagine that his feeling ran deeper that that. As a result she treat him like her own little brother.

[ Muhh... You know, fighting doesn't suit you, and there's no need for you to fight. In my power I can get you a safer place to work with! How about it!? ] Lundel says with a bright smile.

[ For example? ] Kaori tilted her head slightly. That cute reaction makes Lundel blushed. Kaori thought that, he's like a dog hungry for attention from his owner.

[ W-well... How about being my personal maid...? ] Lundel scratched his red cheek when he said that.

[ Thank you for you concern, but I'm a priest your Highness, so… ]

[ Then… how about working on the Hospital? There's no need for you to expose yourself in danger and fight at the frontline in the Labyrinth. ]

The kingdom had a state-run hospital in the capital. It was located right next to the palace. It was quite obvious that he wasn't really worried about Kaori's safety. Lundel merely wanted to keep her close to him. Unfortunately, Kaori was too dense to realize that.

[ But pince Lundel. Only on the front line I can heal the injured right away. Thank you for being worried about me, but I'm going to keep fighting. ] Kaori says while bowing apologetically.

Lundel pouted when he didn't manage to. convince Kaori no matter what. Then in that timing that the idiot bundle of justice joined in their conversation and poured oil on the flame.

[ Don't worry your Highness. As Kaori's childhood friend, I won't let any harm get into her. I promise that I will protect her in any situation. ] Kouki said with a dazzling smile. Unfortunately that only makes that prince more worried. Lundel glared at Kouki that says "Don't lay a finger on my woman as long as I'm around. I won't let anyone else have Kaori" The hero and the healer. They really seem like a dream couple.

Lundel's glare grew stern. He treated Kouki as his sworn enemy. To his childish mind, he thought that this two were already lovers.

[ You! How can you call yourself a man If you have to bring Kaori to such dangerous place!? I won't lose, I'll show you I'm better man than you! ] Lundel bit his lips and his fist were clutched tightly.

[ Uhmm…. ] Kaori stared at Lundel in confusion. Kouki stared at him blankly, and Shizuku who was watching the scene to unfold just sighed at her dense friends.

[ Lundel. You can't be like that in front of everyone, you know? ]

Hearing that voice that was very familiar, Lundel turned around and saw the Princess of this Kingdom, Liliana S. B Heiligh.

Liliana was a beautiful girl has a blonde hair and blue eyes. She's only fourteen yet she's emanating an aura fitting for a queen. Her personality added with her appearance makes her popular throughout the whole Kingdom. Despite her position, she's kind with common folks, maids, and servant which makes her unforgettable.

[ Onee-sama… but- ]

[ No buts. They're working so hard for our sake, but you're ignoring their resolve to fight and trying keep Kaori here… Don't you think that you're being immature. ]

[ Aww..b-but- ]

[ Lundel? ]

[ Ohh.. I just remember that I have to do something, bye!.. ] Lundel says while dashing off as fast as he could.

[ Kaori, Kouki I'm sorry for my brother's attitude, he must have caused you great troubles. ] Liliana bowed deeply as she apologize to them. Her long blonde hair fell gracefully over her shoulders.

[ It's fine really, you don't have to apologize Lily. ] Kaori says while she urge Liliana to raised her head.

[ Yeah, it's no problem at all, Lily. I don't know why's he like that to me, but if I did something that he didn't like I should be apologizing. ] Kouki said with a warm smile.

Liliana actually didn't like the idea of asking a group of children who were unrelated to their circumstances to fight for their war. That's why she always did her best to support the Hero party for everything they need. She became friendly with them not long after the student gets summoned, she's particularly close with Kaori and Shizuku and not long after they'd drop the formalities and calling each other by nicknames.

[ That's unnecessary Kouki, Lundel is wild sometimes. Anyway welcome back everyone, good work out there. I've read all of the reports sent by Meld, and that's quite impressive. ] Liliana smiled warmly at them. Though they're used seeing beauties like Kaori and Shizuku in their class, They were still flustered by Liliana's charm and an aura of a royalty.

Hiyama's gang was already beet red and some of the girls are blushing slightly. They would never encounter a person like this on there previous lives which make things more overwhelming. It's quite strange that Kaori and Shizuku could normally talk with her like she's just one of their friend.

[ Thanks Lily, Your smile alone blow away all of our exhaustion, I'm happy to see you doing well. ] Kouki's cliché line like this combine with his dazzling smile was what make all of the girls on school fall for him, but he's dense to noticed the after effect of his own actions.

[ Eh-? Er… Uhmmm. ] Since she's a princess, she already receives such compliments and has gotten used to it. Liliana were smart enough to discern one persons intention behind their words and attitude toward her.

Which was why, she knows that Kouki sincerely meant every single word he says. She doesn't received such sincere compliments except from her own family, so she wasn't used to a wholeheartedly praise. She blushed and try to think of a way to reply. It's because of her expression like this makes her popular.

Shizuku just sighed behind Kouki. It's because she already know him for too long that she understood even when someone told him, he wouldn't get it.

[ Uhmm Thank you Lily for everything you'd done for us. Since you already read the reports Meld sent, you must came here to welcome him right? ] Liliana's composure returned and directed her gaze at Shizuku.

[ Yes. I'm really glad he's still alive. How about you Kaori? Are you happy now seeing him again? ] Liliana turned to Kaori with a teasing grin, which makes Kaori blushed.

[ Yeah I'm happy…. Although… ] Kaori looked behind her and saw Hajime who was walking with Yue holding each others hand.

When Hajime smelled the food on the bustling street, he left the carriage with Yue without asking anyone. Kouki and the others gets confused on Hajime's sudden action but they realize it when he approaches one of the street vendor. Kaori really want to join them but Shizuku stop her before she even has a chance to ask them.

Hajime walked past them without greeting or even gazing up on Liliana like he owned the place. Which made the guards angry and stopped him from his tracks.

Only the High officials such as Nobles, Royalty, and the Church were aware of Hajime's appearance yet. That's why none of the guards or servants will be able to recognize him now, which was why Liliana picked them up for clarification. She normally welcomed the Hero Party so this ain't really new for everyone.

[ Hey you! Who do you think you are Ignoring her Highness like that, aAA!? ] The woman standing behind Liliana which was one her personal guards pointed her sword against Hajime. He keeps chewing while holding a pseudo Hotdog on his left hand and looking at this girl like she's just a fly.

[ You dare! That kind of attitude is- ] Before she can even finished her sentence Liliana approach her to calm her down.

[ Ma- ma-. Calm down for now. He's actually who we're waiting for. So be calm and inform to other guards about this, okay? ]

[ You mean He's!? ….I apologize for the bother!... As you wish your Highness. ] The woman bowed to Hajime and Liliana before she draw near to the guards who was eyeing Hajime dangerously and explained the situation.

[ Uhmm… You're Nagumo-san right? Welcome back… You've change a lot. If Meld hasn't informed me before hand, I won't be able to recognize you at all. ] Liliana smiled warmly on Hajime, the fact that tears were gathering on the corner of her eyes express how happy she was knowing her friend's crush was still alive. That expression was what makes Liliana memorable, there's no way for someone who have seen her even once, would be able to forget her-

[ Who are you? ] Hajime was just eating while Liliana, the Princess were talking to him happily. He swallowed his food and give his unexpected reply nonchalantly.

[ Eh-? ] Liliana's smile froze and most of the students was dumbfounded by Hajime's reply.

Liliana wasn't used being forgotten, not only she's a royalty, her personality and appearance was what makes her memorable.

[ What do you mean "who she is"? She's the princess you know Nagumo! ] Kouki glared at Hajime. Liliana laughed awkwardly on Hajime's attitude that she hasn't seen before.

Actually Liliana had already talked or interviewed everyone during their stay here on the capital. She asked them their opinions regarding their mission or their needs so that they can provide it for them. Her conversation with Hajime was one of many she can't forget. Instead of Liliana, he's the one asking a lot of questions regarding this world, which at the end she understood, that Hajime was the most mature among them. His demise also brings sadness to her mostly because, she can't bear the guilt building up inside her and when she saw Kaori who seems to be acting normal, she also tried not to noticed her grief and act nicely.

[ It's fine Kouki Aha-ahaha. It seem like I'm getting ahead of myself. I'll reintroduced myself, I'm the Princess of Heiligh Kingdom... Liliana S. B Heiligh. ] Liliana clutched the hem of her dress and bowed elegantly. Kouki and the others already seen it many times, but still their heart skipped a beat on Liliana's elegance. Surely even Hajime should-

[ Ahh! You're a princess. Otsukare.. ] Hajime hit his palm with his fist *pon* like he just remembered something. Yue beside him were still eating while looking on Liliana's troubled expression.

Hajime thought that he might be able to stack up information from the princess, but he can't risk getting caught by God's followers. So for starters he'll act as friendly(lol) as possible.

[ Aha-hahah. You seem to be doing well. I can't bear to see Kaori sad you know, and I'm glad you two reunited... ] Liliana's composure didn't crumble in front of Hajime who were looking at her with cold eyes with crossed out arms.

His rudeness annoyed all of the guard, though they are already aware of this person's identity, they still won't tolerate that kind of attitude toward the princess. Plus he's the rumored "incompetent", they pretty much have an idea what his worth was.

[ *sigh* Just tell me what you want already. I still have lots of stuffs to do tomorrow, so if you'll excuse me I'll take my leave. ] Hajime turn on his heel and continued walking, but before he can even take a step Kaori clung to his left arm and pleaded.

[ Hajime-kun! Don't act rudely in front of Lily. She did a lot for us you know. ] Kaori puffed out her cheeks and looked at Hajime's cold eyes.

[ Nagumo! Have you already forgotten that she's one of our benefactor after arriving on this world! The least you can do is be polite to her! ] Kouki glared at Hajime while he unconsciously tried to peel off Kaori from his arm. It looks like Kouki doesn't like Kaori touching other man.

Shizuku behind them who were massaging her temple approach Liliana and explained all of her thoughts regarding Hajime.

[ Lily... I'm sorry about Nagumo-kun. He's like that when we got reunited, and he always refused to talk everything what happened to him so we really don't have any idea what he's gone through to became like that. ] Shizuku clasped Liliana shoulder while looking at the direction of Kouki who was reprimanding Hajime.

[ It's fine really. Seeing that he lost an arm and an eye. Looks like he suffered a lot, and even indirectly. That' s hardly our fault, so I can't really blame him if he's like that to me. ] Liliana looked sadly at Hajime.

Hajime ignored Kouki and talked to Liliana regardless of the hateful stare directed to him.

[ Tell me already... what do you want? ] Hajime says while yawning.

He can hear the guards whispering to each other and looking at him disgustingly. Even though they're already aware that Hajime was one of the Gods Apostle, they still thought that he's the same worthless guy before. His rudeness only added heat to their hatred.

[ Ohh... nothing really... I-I'm here to inform you that my father wants to talk with you the day after Aiko-sama's arrival. ] Liliana talk to Hajime without directly looking at his cold eyes.

[ Is that all?... Welp I'm gonna go now. I'll use the same room, okay... See ya... ]

Before Hajime could turned around, suddenly something warm press on his back, and found himself being hug from behind. He gets surprised when he looked behind to see who was hugging him while whispering [ I'm so Glad... ] repeatedly, it was a beautiful woman with a shoulder length chestnut colored hair, Sonobe Yuka. She was hugging him tightly with all her strength as if he will vanish if she let go of him. Behind her was the stay home group which consist of Nana Miyazaki, Taeko Sugawara, Atsushi Tamai, Akita Nimura, and Noburu Aikawa. It looks like they rush here as soon as they heard about their arrival. Everyone was here to welcome the whole party of course, but their main reason was to see their classmates who should have died, still alive.

The stay home group was the group of students who have given up after Hajime's presumed death and decided not to fight anymore. Thanks to Aiko's influence they weren't forced to fight or kicked out of the palace, but since they weren't functioning as intended, most of the nobles were treating them as free loaders, some were also targeting the girls as wife candidate, so they can't really live peacefully even away from the frontline.

After learning Hajime's survival, everyone feels like a huge weight lifted off their chest. Liliana was the one who brought them the news regarding Hajime, and their reaction were priceless, especially Yuka who started crying in relief and hugged Liliana tightly. Yuka was one of the most affected from that incident, she hardly ever talked to anyone ever since, even her best friends starts worrying about her condition, so looking at her actions now spoke truly what she feels right now.

[ Ahh! ... I-I'm sorry... I-I w-was't.. Uhmm... It's... uuuu.. ] After of what it feels like eternity for Yuka, she snapped back to reality and let go of Hajime. Red as a tomato, she tried to explain herself from everyone but she can't, and only ended up fidgeting restlessly.

Hajime and Yue took a glance at her and left without saying anything. Yuka looked sadly on his back until he's nowhere to be seen. She seems like a "bother" for him was what she saw on his eyes.

[ Yukachi that was a bold move you know... hehehe. ] Nana says in teasing tone.

[ This was on my mind for a while now. As I thought, you have a crush on Nagu- ] Taeko followed up while smiling mischievously.

[ You're wrong!!... I-I'm just g-glad that he's fine! That's all! ] Yuka cut off Nana before she could finish her sentence. But it seems she acted too late.

[ Yuka-chan... What was that just now?... ] Kaori grasped Yuka's shoulder with a smile that doesn't reach her eyes.

[ N-n-n-no... you got it all wrong. I'm just h-happy you know... weren't you the same? ] Yuka could see something behind Kaori. Something nobody hasn't seen before from this girl that was overflowing with an aura of kindness.

[ *sigh* I understand you. Even back then I want hug him... but that girl... *sigh* Anyway... Yuka-chan, everyone we're back. ] Kaori's emotions were all over the place, hatred, jealousy, happiness, and confusion was all she felt from recalling that memory. She returned to herself and greeted everyone else happily.

Everyone too just remembered what they were here for, so they welcome the party wholeheartedly. Because of Hajime's survival, they seem more lively than the last time the Hero party saw them.

[ Uhmm.. K-Kaori... w-was that really Nagumo-kun? Looks like something were missing... ] Yuka talked worriedly.

[ You thought so too huh?... If only he'll tell me what happened down there, I might be able to help him... *sigh* ] Kaori said sadly while looking at the direction where Hajime walk through.

[ There you go again, spoiling him too much. Do you think he acts haughty cause you tolerate him too much, Kaori? ] Kouki walked near Kaori and asked.

[ What are you saying Kouki-kun. I didn't spoil him. ]

[ You're paying too much attention to him, of course he'll think you'll be his ally no matter what. ]

[ *sigh* Yes, yes... Stop that already. Let's go to our room and and take some rest. It will be dinner soon, we can talk to him as much while eating together, you know. ] Shizuku let out an exasperated sigh and walk first than the others.

[ Maybe I'll join you too. I need to have a word with him as well...Then, see you later. ] Liliana said while giving instructions to Helina, her personal maid, to prepare for the feast. Might as well throw a party to celebrate his survival.


That night. Everyone were lively talking with each other about their previous excursions and achievements. At first everyone in stay home group was in awe, but since they had the same story, the pace of their conversation was so fast that they already ran out of topic to talked about. They are still waiting for Liliana, Hajime and Yue. Suzu, who was the most enthusiastic, start telling them about Hajime happily.

[ Suzu is so excited what kind of Artifacts, Nagumo-kun will make for us. ]

[ Maybe, the reason he stayed on Haraud was for materials. ] Nagayama followed up.

[ Huh? But I didn't see him carrying anything though. ] Ryutaro replied in confusion.

[ Hahaha. Maybe he has an Artifact to hide his items. That make sense though, where did he get that motorcycle in firs- ] Shizuki joined the conversation.

[ He has an Motorcycle!! ] The motorcycle enthusiast Noboru spoke up, a quiver of excitement on his voice.

[ K-keep it down Noboru-kun. ]

[ S-sorry... ]

[ ii na. Suzu want to ride it too... Shizushizu what it feels like riding it? ]

[ !? W-what are you saying Suzu. I-its nothing, I guess the w-wind was pleasant, that's all. ] Shizuku answered embarrassingly.

[ Ehh- then why are you blushing at that time? You were also apologizing for some reason. ] Kaori asked recalling Shizuku's side that's quite rare.

All of the students focus on her, waiting for an answer, but the door open and Liliana come in with a sad expression. She let out a sigh and greeted everyone on the table.

[ Good evening everyone. Seems like Nagumo-san won't join us today. ] Liliana says dejectedly.

[ What!? Why!? ] Kaori shot out of her seat and yelled.

[ Well I went to his room today and asked if there's something he needs, he gave me a list of ores he needs and went back inside of his room. Of course I invited him for tonight's dinner but he refused and instead requested for his food to be brought to his room. *sigh* ] Liliana took a seat next to Kaori and Shizuku. All of the maids presents already set up the table the time Liliana arrive, so the food was already in front of them but nobody was eating yet.

[ That Nagumo... locking himself in his room again. ] Kouki says angrily.

[ M-maybe he hates us? After everything we did to him, he probably doesn't think too highly of us... ] Yuka said while looking at her food sadly.

[ W-what do you mean by that Yuka-chan. Did any of you do something bad to Hajime-kun. ] Kaori spoke with a hint of anger on her tone.

Everyone averted their gaze away from Kaori except Kouki and Ryutaro who was the most clueless on what Hajime has gone through. Shizuku were just looking at Kaori with guilty looking eyes, she's pretty much aware on Hajime's situation after all, but Shizuku can't bring that up and decided to pacified Kaori.

[ Kaori... It's fine... That might not be the case. ]

[ Then why!? Why is he avoiding us!? Why is he avoiding me? Why!? ]

[ Maybe... it has something to do on that day... ] Suzu said shivering in fear after recalling that moment.

[ You mean... That day he fell... ] Nagayama spoke hesitantly. The fear on his eyes were plain for everyone to see, he probably don't to want recall that memory, no one does.

[ Wha-? But that's pretty much his fault. Even though he's weak, he acts heroic without telling us! ] Nakano shouted.

[ Yeah, it's Amanogawa who saved us. Even if he didn't do anything all of us can get out of their alive! ] Saito joined.

A unpleasant silence descended on the room, everyone looked at Saito and Nakano disgustingly, but that silence atmosphere wash off suddenly when someone threw a cup of water on Nakano face and this time, a strange atmosphere descended. Yuka get up from her seat and threw a knife in front of Saito, which pierced his food on the table.

[ WHAT IS YOUR PROBLEM! HE SACRIFICED HIMSELF FOR US ON THAT TIME. *sobs* He saved us... He saved me. I was about to be killed by traum soldiers at that time... I resigned to my fate and my life start flashing through my eyes... But he, the weakest among us... HE SAVED ME! ] Yuka starts crying grasping the chest part of her clothes. It looks like she's enduring something painful, her eyes was full of regrets, anger and sadness.

[ *sobs* I can't forget him after that. He's no different from the rest of us, he's scared at that time, and yet he chose to fight... not because he wants to save us all, but because he wants to survive... That gives me enough courage and fought for myself too, so I could repay him someday ... But... I can't do anything for him, I lost my chance... Yet here you are insulting him! WHAT IS YOUR PROBLEM! HUH!? ] Yuka continued speaking. Her tears flowed non stop, and her best friends approached her trying to calm her down.

[ Yukacchi is right! Nagumochi wasn't at fault. He should have survived that time, but because of our carelessness... We... we. ] Nana was also half crying. She hasn't seen Yuka too act like this so she's pretty much surprised rather than sad.

[ Who threw that fireball anyway? ] Ryutaro asked without reading the mood. It's already an unspoken rule that nobody would bring that topic again.

[ If I recall, it's a fireball wasn't it? ] Kaori spoke with anger on her tone.

[ Kaori. We already talked about this. We all know that it's an accident, accident happens anytime, anywhere. So you don't have to be angry about this. ] Kouki said trying to console Kaori. He truly believes that it was a simple accident, cause he himself were afraid. That one of his so called comrades was a traitor.

[ I doubt that. As simple as a fireball, losing control to it was pretty much idiotic. You should study more how magic works here Kouki. ] Shizuku says angrily. She wants to investigate it before but since she has not enough evidence, and she didn't want to raise any suspicion among her classmates and cause a problem, she abandoned the investigation halfway through.

[ That reminds me... Hiyama-kun. Did you have anything to do with that fireball? ] Shizuku's tone was serious, and her eyes was ready to see through all of his answers.

Hiyama who was sweating suspiciously since the topic started, looked at everyone and started shaking. Everyone was looking at his direction now, but he thinks fast and decided to avoid the question.

[ W-what are you saying Yaegashi-san... Y-you heard Shirasaki-san, it's a fireball, wind is my highest affinity... w-what makes you think that it was me? ] Hiyama spoke haltingly, cold sweat traced down from his forehead.

[ That's true... but that doesn't mean you can't cast other spells as simple as fireballs right? ]

[ Like I said. W-what are saying Y-yaegashi-san. W-why are you suspecting me of all people? ]

[ When we brought this topic when we're still in the labyrinth, Nagumo-kun looked at you like he knows something. I don't know your reasons why you did that, but you had alot of records harassing him. So you're pretty much the suspect. ] Shizuku says in serious tone while releasing an intimidating aura directed at Hiyama. She puts her hands on her blade, ready to take down Hiyama once the truth were revealed.

[ I admit... I admit. T-that it was my fault we fall on that trap, but that doesn't mean I got something to do on what happen to Nagumo. ] Hiyama's clothes was already sweaty, even though it's cold and fresh breeze flow through the window.

[ Hiyama-kun... If... if you're telling the truth then it's fine. But I won't tolerate anyone who would insult Hajime-kun like that! I won't forgive those who belittle his sacrifices, the least you can do is to appreciate his efforts and none of you can't even do that!? I HATE ALL OF YOU! *sobs* I.. hate you... but the one who I hate the most... ] Kaori paused to control her overflowing hatred mostly directed to her classmates, but also-

[ Is myself... ] to herself. She hates her powerlessness at that time, she can't even fulfil her promise to him. Shallow words left her nothing but empty heart, regrets were still lingering to her expression, she won't forgive herself for failing him.

Shizuku consoled her best friend and glared at Hiyama's group. This time though, the retarded lump of justice joined, worsening the situation.

[ Kaori's really kind. You shouldn't burden yourself for what happened to him, remember what Meld said? he decided to do it by himself and we can't do anything about it. So stop fighting already okay? Guys... we're comrades in arms, we can't let such a trivial stuffs ruined this team. past is past, and now we know he's still alive we must train harder with him to avoid accident like this, right? ] Kouki said with a warm smile and getle voice, not even aware of what he had done.

[ Yeah! We can do better this time. We already defeated that behemoth and even reached 75th floor. Kouki's right, what he lack was training, and this time we will force him to train with us no matter what! ] Ryutaro says cheerfully while pumping up his fist.

A painful silence descended to the dining room, they all looked at Kouki like he was a corrupt politician who had an audacity to run again. Yuka who had dried up her tears suddenly stand up from her seat. Her eyes were hidden with her bangs, she lifted up her right hand which holding a knife, but before she could do what she must, Liliana who was interrupted multiple times since the beginning yelled and attracted everyone's attention.

[ Actually!... Actually, Nagumo-san said it himself that he doesn't hate anyone?... I guess. ] Liliana said with an awkward smile while averting her gaze away from everyone.

Most of the students let out a sigh of relief, but suddenly noticed something.

[ Liliana-san, what do you mean by that? ] Nana asked, slightly titled her head in confusion.

[ We-well... how do I say this?... Uhmm... When I asked him if he hates everyone. He didn't face me when he said "I don't", so I didn't know what he feels on that, but the tone of his voice... was... hmm. I-is he really him, K-Kaori? ] Liliana who was sweating for some reason, questioned Kaori with unsteady voice.

[ W-what do you mean Lilly? ] Kaori who also finished wiping her tears, questioned Liliana back. But she knows exactly what Liliana meant by that, she's also full of doubts, but because of their chat under the moonlight in Haraud, she was convinced after seeing his nostalgic expressions.

[ N-no nothing, come on now let's eat... *clap* Prepare another meal for Saito-san and someone please get some towels for Nakano-san... Now everyone let's eat and take a rest. We have plenty of time to talk to Nagumo-san, so put aside him for now and, enjoy the food! ] Liliana wiped her sweat and talked with everyone with a cheerful smile. The students looked at each other awkwardly, they shrugged their shoulders and decided to ignore the unpleasant atmosphere and fill their stomach.

The Students finished their meals and headout to their rooms without complaints. Most of them was still worried but like Liliana said... they have plenty of time. They take a rest to their heart's content knowing one of their classmates survives, they have no idea... what monster lurking inside him.


This happens during students dinner. Dark corrider that was only lightened by luminous stone, a woman wearing maid outfit was walking through carrying a tray filled with food enough for two people. She seems reluctant to her job for some reason and keeps mumbling to herself.

[ *sigh* Why do I have to be assigned on him again, what a pain. ] Her reasons behind her reluctant attitude come to light.

[ I swear, if he looked at me again with an eyes of critic from somewhere, I... Grrr! If only he wasn't a God's Apostle, I would beat him to pulp. If only he died, my job would be less pain in the ass... *sigh* I would rather serve Kouki-sama instead of that bootlicking trash, I wish I could see his manliness today just for once so I could have a decent sleep. ] She was the personal maid assigned on Hajime since his first two weeks on the capital. Almost all of the Nobles and Servants loathed his existence, added with how even the Church and the Royals treated him fan up their aversion towards him.

The maid reach the room provided for Hajime, and stand still in front of the door. She let out a few frustrated sigh and formed a lovely smile. She knocked twice and not long after someone open the door. What she saw resulted for her mind to go blank.

[ Ahh. It's you again huh. Long time no see... anyway, come in before my companion finished taking a bath. Set the food on the table then you may leave... ] Hajime said while busily wiping his white hair with the provided towel.

The Guy in front of the maid was definitely a different person, she thought. She doubled checked the adjacent rooms for confirmation but his words only confirms his identity.

Hajime just finished taking a bath before the maid knocked through their door. He only fetch a single towel to cover up his bottom, and only left his upper body on display. His well toned body suprised this maid to the point her mind stop functioning. Six pack abs, rock hard chest, and enlarged biceps...he's overflowing with manliness, the water droplets that was flowing through his muscles only makes him hotter, adding his glowing right eye, artificial left arm and white hair, makes him more mysterious which piqued the maid's interest.

Blushing red until her ears, she set up the table while stealing glances at Hajime's figure who was busy wiping up himself. She almost spilled some, cause of her nervousness, after the time and effort she finished the job without a problem, and faced Hajime once more with crimson cheeks, waiting for anything he orders... anything.

Hajime who wasn't as dense as the resident Hero, already guess what the maids feels, He quietly opened up the door and gestured her to leave, he only stares at her with emotion less eyes and let out a sigh. Which scares out the maid and she hurriedly tottered out of the room.

Rumours about Hajime spread among the maids. Which resulted on a fight among them of who would serve him next. His popularity also reached the students, which makes some envied and some were left with their curiosity. Kaori who was the most intrigued among everyone swear to herself that she must see it no matter what.