Hey everyone,

We are now at least to give one more chapter, before the WarGames start. It will be cut into various parts and may end up jumping around. A lot of things will happen in the fights, so hope you guys can handle a number of chapters jumping around or needing some chapters to cut up for the next one or so.

Until then, enjoy this chapter

Disclaimer: I don't own Danmachi nor the Characters

Chapter 3: Calm Before the Storm
Mikoto was laying on a spare bedroll and looked up at the sky. She never expected in her life to be in a War Games, let alone helping out with another Familia. She always assumed that she would grow up, find a nice man in life while helping out the orphanage back in the East, and move on.

She at first had a crush on her own god, and desired him. She wanted him as a lover. She saw his kindness, his strength and resolve was what made her have that crush.

However, she began to see what kind of god he is. It seems that no matter how much she tries to show she is interested more than what was done, it doesn't faze him. She even tried to say how much she loved him, but he took it as a father and daughter, not a lover.

She wished she knew what to do.

"Trouble in paradise?"

She turned to see Aura.

"You could say that."

"Heh….who is it?"

"My god, Take."

"Ah….you love your god more than anything."

She nodded as she looked back at the sky.

"I recall a member of my former familia that saw this one girl wanting the attention of another god. I was somewhat guilty of it as well. It wasn't until Bell basically exposed who he was. Thanks to her telling me this, and of course, showing some evidence convinced me that he isn't worth it."

The Eastern girl heard her "Yeah, but mine isn't like that."

The elf girl shook her head "I have seen Take, and it seems he is more interested in talking to other girls than one girl."

She sighed. Mikoto knew she was right. Each time she would try to ask for dates or anything like that, he takes it as an outing as a father and daughter. She hated it.

The elf woman smiled and then said "Ah. Can I give you some advice?"

She turned to look at the elf woman and nodded.

"Find someone else." She simply said.

She snorted "Find someone else? Right. Like that's easy to do."

"I'm being serious. You're a beautiful woman, with amazing talent and pretty strong. You are also a great person just by hanging out with you for a while."

"Yeah…but I wanted Take." she whined a little.

She shook her head, hearing what MIkoto said was more childish. "But the problem is that Take is too focused on other things. Plus, you did say you met him when you were very young in the orphanage, right?"

Mikoto wished it wasn't the case. But she was right.

"That's the other problem. He sees you as his daughter. To him, it is something he can't just do. I know it frustrates you, but that is how he sees you no matter what."

She frowned upon hearing that. She didn't want him to see her like that. She was pushing on the image of a woman, who wanted her god. Sadly, reality hit her in the head. It won't happen. She wished he would notice her differently.

"I know you tried to find any kind of hope, but we both know it won't happen."

Mikoto had one more point with Bell and the goddesses he was with "And how do you explain Hestia, Artemis, and the other goddesses?"

Aura smiled hearing that "That all falls on Bell. He somehow is able to charm them. From what I heard, those two goddesses refuse to be near gods as they were not worth it in the Heavens." She then looked at Mikoto "But the moment they met Bell, they fell in love with him. Whether it is his looks, his behavior, or anything, they fell in love and wanted to be with him."

She then went next to her and said "I am considering being with him. Just need to go out with him. And maybe you should try him out."

Mikoto looked in surprise "What?"

"You heard me. He might even notice you and like you. Of course, after today's training, I noticed how you enjoyed the way his body was in yours. Even though you may seem focused, your eyes told you otherwise."

She looked at her in disbelief. She was about to deny it, but stopped herself. Each time Bell held her, it was her breast or her butt, but different parts of her body. She enjoyed the moments of grinding each other and how he smelled.

She also remembers the few times she would see him shirtless. He seems to have developed a little bit of muscle. It showed he is getting more defined on it, not over the top.

A part of her was already used to seeing some bodies of men shirtless, but something about Bell was different.

Something wanting to touch it.

"I…I…I…" Her face turned red.

The elf woman patted Mikoto's head and said "Just think about it."

She got up and left Mikoto.

The Eastern woman thought about it. She did think Bell was an amazing guy and managed to beat the odds no matter what. Plus, he seemed cute.

Maybe she could talk about going on a date with him and see where it goes. If it works out, maybe know him better.

Just maybe.

Hostess of Fertility
Anya and Lunor were checking on the supplies, making sure they had enough drinks and food for the Wargames.

"I mew believe we have enough of the drinks, meow." She placed the paper down.

"All is accounted for." Lunor nodded

After finishing the count, they sat down for a break.

"So, I have to ask myself this Anya. Why didn't you join the Wargames?" She was curious about it. After all, Anya was pretty strong in her own right.

Anya knew that question was going to come up. She did her best to dodge the question of who's familia she belonged to. She was able to change the subject and moved on to other things. She would get nervous talking about it.

She knew, sooner or later it would come.

There is no excuse for her this time.

"I was part of the Freya Familia."

Lunoir was shocked to hear that. "Eh?!"

She then continued "Myeah. When I was with big brother and mewself part of the Freya familia, I tried to keep up with big brother, Allen. But….I just couldn't keep up with him. I…" few tears were coming out "I tried to….but then big brother chose Freya over me…."

Lunoir went to hug her. She was surprised how this girl, clumsy, naive Anya was part of an elite familia.

"Because of that, I was abandoned and went with Mama Mia. Meow." She began to cry.

"There, there. I guess I can see why you are not allowed to join Bell." She patted her back, allowing her to cry.

"I wanted to help my boyfriend, mew. But I think it is best if I just cheer for him, and hope he wins, meow."

"I spoke to my goddess, but told me not to. She said that Bell has it under control. He already has an ace in the hole in this fight."

"I hope he wins, so we can all celebrate. Meow…"

Chloe entered and saw both girls hugging one another "What got into your kitten, meow?"

Lunor responded "She explained why she didn't get into Wargames. And what about you? How come you haven't got yourself involved in it."

Chloe sat down and replied "That mew bring nothing but problems with my Familia, and well, let's say the cat will be out of the bag, meow."

"I see….that bad."

She nodded. "Rather not cause two countries to go at each other, meow."

She was glad Ryuu was able to go in it, and hoped it would be enough for the victory.

"Are the counts finished?" The girls turned to see Syr coming inside of the room. She was wiping her hands on a cloth and smiled.

"Yep. All accounted for, mew." Anya answered

"Good. I know the War Games will keep us busy, but we just hope that Hestia Familia wins."

Chloe agreed "I know. But we have to be as unbiased as possible, meow."

Lunor pointed it out "Easy for you to say. I know a number of our patrons tend to go to the Entertainment District either before or after eating. But then a few of them do like Hestia's Familia."

Syr said "I know Lunor, but let's give the customers something to enjoy."

The girls nodded and went back to work, before Mama Mia started trying to figure out what was going.

Mama Mia was with Noelle, who was helping put the table clothes on each of the tables.

"Is this good, Mama Mia?" She finished another table.

She looked over and nodded, "You are getting better and better."

She smiled happily. She loved helping the place and her mom. She heard her dad was going to deal with a problem, while her big brother will rescue a princess. She thought her brother was brave, considering how Eli would train and go to the Dungeons with her uncles.

She hoped her brother would be okay, but her dad told her that he will be watched by Uncle Ottarl.

She did like her uncles and her aunts. Particularly Aunty Heith, when she tries out different clothing and learns how to use her abilities. Heith was overjoyed on not only learning she is a Spirit, but training her abilities. She saw a lot of potential and would make her stronger.

Flashback
Heith was happy to see how well Noelle's healing ability is going. "Very good, little one."

She gave a big smile that would brighten the room.

The red haired woman asked "Now, why would you like to be an adventurer?"

She had her fists closed and had a determined look "I want to protect my big brother. He is awesome and I want to make sure he is healed and ready to fight!"

She giggled seeing how determined she is. Freya watched on, proud of her daughter.

"Well of course. It isn't just healing you have to learn, but also to be able to defend yourself with other monsters. Be ready to learn."

"Yes aunty Heith."

It made her very happy hearing that. Who knew Freya would start raising a cute child like this, particularly how she found her. Either way, learning how a Spirit like her would grow and learn would be something she can't wait to see.

"Now, let's head to the weapon room and see which weapon would be suited you."

She held her hand and they left the place.

Freya smiled seeing this. She has seen how Ottarl grew to be a strong fighter. Now she will see how much her daughter will grow

End Flashback

Noelle then went to work on the other tables. While still thinking about how awesome her and her brother would be going in the Dungeons.

While she will provide support, he will be in the front lines.

She also remembered another girl that wanted to join them one day from the Orphanage. A girl named Fina, who was willing to provide range cover for Eli.

She hoped her brother would be well, when he does rescue the princess. Although something did got her to ask herself. Can she be a princess too? An adventurer and a princess?

"Mama Mia?"

"Mmm?"

"Can….can adventurers be a princess too?"
She smiled and responded "Well, we do have a Sword Princess named Ais, so i don't see why not."

She smiled happily hearing that "I just want one day, if it becomes difficult for my big brother to save me, like a princess just in case, or sees me as one."

She chuckled "I am sure he will save you. However, I need you to be a strong adventurer one day, if you want that."

The little girl nodded and went back to work.

Mama Mia smiled at this. She saw the other girls returning and sighed to herself "That rabbit managed to get all of my waiters in their hearts. If he manages to get May, then I will applaude him. However, the girl is too focused on her cooking."

A part of her knew that May could be part of the rabbit's growing girls. Then again, if having numerous children running around and maybe working at the restaurant one day, won't be such a bad thing.

For now though, she will keep an eye out.

Ganesha's Palace
Hashana was finishing his mediation and looked at his new battle armor. He touched the armor and nodded. He then went over to his weapon. His large blade has kept him alive and has grown along side with him.

"Well, looks like we are going to have our toughest battle. We have been through one fight to another. We have faced death and came out stronger. We have faced Evilus so many times, and yet we are standing. And now, we are going to our first WarGames. We will fight against that toad bitch one more time. You better help me out, and keep strong until this battle is over."

He then heard a knock.

"Enter."

He saw Ganesha coming in, surprising him.

"Ganesha went to see you, Hashana."

He smiled "Thank you, Lord Ganesha."

"Nervous?"

"I am. Although unlike facing Evilus, I am more excited at what I am going to face."

He then felt a hand giving a clap on his shoulder "If Ganesha had a son like you, Ganesha would be proud of you."

He smiled, almost teary. "Thank you."

"Now, remember. Kick ass and then celebrate hard!"

"Yes I will, Lord Ganesha!"

Both then headbutted each other.

Outside of the room, the captain of the Ganesha familia shook her head. "Men…"

Although the antics seem to be more just them being silly, she can't help but care for them. She will hope that Hashana comes back alive and well. The man fought and worked hard to get where he is.

To be continued

A/N: Yeah, the chapter isn't that long, but there isn't much to cover. I do believe we may start the WarGames.

Now, I will cut up each part into bits and pieces, just for the sake of not overwhelming myself on what needs to be covered on one point and the other. Plus, I will try to push each character that needs to be expanded if necessary.

I do hope you all enjoyed it. Take care.

Next Chapter: Night before WarGames and the WarGames! Don't miss it.