When Chris slapped me and walked away, I could see that her whole face was covered with a scarlet tint of embarrassment. This, of course, could have been a great result if I also didn't have a red mark on my cheek for a completely different reason. Actually, it wasn't very difficult to predict such a reaction, but I still didn't expect that I would get slapped in the face and that it would be so painful. In any case, I also have another gift left, which Vanir also initially gave me. It was he who was the real present for this girl's birthday, and the panties that I had already given her only served as an addition.
Maybe I shouldn't have given you underwear first, but I thought it would be fun. It's a pity Chris didn't have the same train of thought. In any case, do not despair, I will always have the opportunity to make another gift... However, we will have to take advantage of this opportunity today.
But that's how I still have a lot of free time until the end of the day, and the birthday girl herself should cool down a little after my unexpected gift. I also heard Vanir laughing in the background, apparently enjoying the emotions that Chris was radiating.
– Onii-sama, are you here too?
Suddenly, I heard the gentle and soft voice of a young princess not far from me. It was a girl whom I considered my dear imouto. She was dressed in simple clothes, covered with a cloak. It seems that she wanted to portray herself as an ordinary girl, not belonging to the upper class. But what was she doing here?
– Iris, I'm surprised too. Why are you here?
– Uh... a... I'm not Iris, I am... Alice! Yes, just the daughter of a tailor from the capital!
I can see she's faking it right now, but what's the point? Wiz and Vanir know exactly who she is. In any case, she slightly had to brush her cloak and golden curls from the white snow... Wait... Snow? I directed my gaze out the window and noticed that snowflakes were falling from the sky right now, which was just wonderful.
Snow is the best time for visits, because you can stay at home for days or even weeks without going outside. That's what I'm going to do after this day, I'm going to stay at home and sleep. Should I call Iris to my place? Then we can wrap up in a blanket and play games together, after which I will tell her interesting stories at night so that she sleeps the sweet sleep of a baby.
– I understand. Well, girl from the capital, I'm glad to see you, so I invite such a gorgeous young lady to my mansion for a cup of tea with entertainment.
Her eyes widened slightly when I said something like that. She clearly hesitated and was not sure what she wanted to say, but after about five seconds, her gaze became more steadfast, confident and beautiful.
– Of course, onii-sama. If a fairy tale hero like you, who defeated the Demon King, invites me to his mansion, then I simply have no way to refuse.
A gentle smile appeared on her face, after which I couldn't resist stroking her head a little. My sister was a little surprised at first, but after a couple of seconds she only began to actively reach out to my dominant hand to get a well-deserved caress. For some reason, her cheeks started to turn a little red, although I didn't do anything that would cause this to happen. Hmm, this is all very suspicious, isn't it?
Anyway, I'm not a Lolicon, so I shouldn't think about such things. But it should be noted that, unlike Megumin, Iris grows and becomes taller, and her breasts... Well, I think it has increased a little, but just a little, so everything is fine.
– Onii-sama, what kind of gift this is? Is this for me?
Iris, as a respected girl and my dear sister, made a very quick and almost correct guess. Unfortunately or fortunately, this gift should not have belonged to her.
– Not really. You will not receive your gift until the New Year, and this one is for someone who has a birthday today.
There is not much time left until the New Year. As usual, I plan to spend this time alone, but at the same time I don't mind taking Iris to my place at all. She would be a wonderful addition to me.
– Birthday? Are you really talking about Chris-nee-san?
– Yes, but she has already received her gift from me, and this one is for someone else. Just don't tell anyone about this, okay?
– I don't quite understand, onii-sama, but don't worry, no one will know anything.
I patted my little sister on the head and smiled at her. She smiled back at me and began to pet me like a cat while I continued to stroke her. I also thought now that sooner or later I would have to give the gift to Eris. But how to do it?
If I have missed Chris now, it means that I will not get to her Divine form in any way. The only option for me is death, isn't it?
Huh... Okay, I'm kidding. I left a teleport point there specifically for such cases. I can be there any time I want. Of course, I didn't put this point there just so that I could conveniently spy on my beloved Goddess at any time.
Anyway, I decided I could try my luck now. Even if Eris doesn't want to see me, my luck parameter remains very high. That's why I patted Iris on the head once more and told her to head to my house, where I'll be back soon. I myself teleported to a strange place in Heaven.
The bright atmosphere of the Visa shop was quickly replaced for me by a dim room with a chessboard instead of a floor. I could almost see the throne in front of me, where the Goddess usually sat, but now there was some other girl there.
She had short white hair and charming scarlet eyes. She was currently engrossed in a book. Apparently, this reading was much more interesting than me, since she hadn't managed to notice me so far. I didn't want to distract her from her reading, but my job right now was to find Eris!
– Hey, sorry to bother you...
I tried to start the conversation gently, but...
– AAAAAAAAA!
She screamed and threw her book at me. It wasn't hard to dodge, but seeing such a strong fright on her face actually hurts my heart.
– Who are you?!
She hid behind a small throne and looked at me with her burning scarlet gaze. I could only stare back at her, hoping she wouldn't want to throw anything else at me.
– Sato Kazuma. I actually came here to find Eris.
– ... Kazuma? Are you the one who defeated the Demon King?
– Sort of.
– ... That's how...
It seems that my fame has even reached the Heavenly Kingdom. Well, this discovery makes me even more proud of myself. Hehe.
– You're dead, aren't you? Eris-sama said that you only come here on such occasions.
– Nope. I'm just looking for Eris.
Even though I managed not to show it on my face, deep down my heart got a strong crack. Eris has literally humiliated me, I am very sad. My ego is almost at zero.
– … So you're not dead?
– No.
– Then... How did you end up here?!
She started talking to me in raised tones, thinking about something bad. I have no idea what came to her mind, but it's definitely not good.
– What's the difference? Where is Eris?
– I won't tell you anything, you blasphemer!
Suddenly, this strange girl started acting like an unapproachable tsun-tsun, but I shouldn't have given up. After all, even a drop of male pride and strength is enough to calm down this type of woman.
– Then it's time for me to show my manhood and prove that you're the only blasphemer here!
– Wh-what?
– Tremble before my..!
My hands touched the belt, after which I slowly and very frankly began to take off my pants.
– NO! Eris-sama will be back soon! Just please stop!
Crying like a little girl, she began to pray to her Goddess right here so that she would return as soon as possible. I also hoped that Eris would be back soon. Maybe at least she would like to see Kazuma Jr?
TimeSkip-chan
It's been a while. I've been thinking about whether to use theft on this girl or not. Basically, as long as she's sitting still in the corner and crying, I shouldn't do it. Or should I take off my pants next time?
At that moment, Eris returned. She appeared in this world, sitting on her throne. I could only watch with fascinated eyes how beautiful she was in the rays of the magical Divine glow. Although Eris is always beautiful, unless, of course, she's mad at me.
– Hi, Eris.
– K-Kazuma..?
She was very surprised that I was already here. But her expression soon quickly changed to a slight malice. Apparently, the fact that I recently disappointed her with a birthday present played a role here.
– What are you doing here?
Cold blood..!
– Calm down, I came in peace. Did you really think that I had only one gift?
At the same time, I held my hand in the direction of the other girl, thereby threatening her with my Noble Thief spells. She must not be allowed to interfere with the conversation.
– What...?
– Remember, Vanir gave me two gifts.
– ... Aah.. So what? Did you come up with some kind of holy nonsense again?
– Hey, those panties weren't a stupid idea!
– Of course it was!
It may have seemed silly to her, but I thought it was a cool and quite worthy gift. Not only are these underwear of the best quality, but they also cannot be stolen!
– Ahem, ahem... In any case, my second gift is much more interesting, I can assure you.
But now was not the time to argue with her. The main thing now is to give her second birthday present.
– And what is it?
– Come to me.
Instead of answering the question, I called Eris over to me. She came up to me reluctantly and quite willingly at the same time. When the Goddess of Fortune appeared right in front of me, I was ready to give her a gift. She stretched out her right hand towards me to take the box.
– Nah, give me your left hand.
– Left..?
Unfortunately, I did not come up with this procedure. I didn't know why the left hand was needed in such cases, but come what may.
– Hey, you, come here. You will be a witness.
I called that crying angel-baby over to us. However, Eris began to have some suspicions about me.
– Kazuma, if this is some kind of brazen trick...
– I swear to you, it's not even close.
After assuring Eris that everything was fine, I waited until she stretched out her left hand in my direction. I only had to turn her soft palm over so that it looked down, after which it remained only to spread those delicate fingers slightly between each other.
She looked at me strangely because she didn't understand the meaning of my actions. Although everything was pretty simple here. I also knelt down in front of her and took a small gift box out of my pocket. Not the best thing for gifts of this kind, but it will do.
– K-Kazuma?
– Eris...
I slowly began to speak and simultaneously opened the box, taking out a small ring of golden-silver color. It was a magical item that Vanir had obtained for me in one of the distant dungeons. It would have been wiser to give it to Chris, but I felt a completely different feeling from that, and perhaps Eris too. That's why it's better to present such a gift to her personally.
– He...
– Will you marry me?
At that moment, time almost stopped around me. I could see the eyes of the two girls in this place widen in surprise. Eris even opened her mouth, trying to say something, but instead of words, there was only a stream of air created by her breathing.
Her beautiful blue eyes sparkled, and clear drops of salty liquid gushed out of her sockets. Goddesses also know how to cry, just like ordinary people, this truth has been known to me for a very long time.
– Kazuma...
I didn't say anything, trying not to spoil the moment. It wasn't clear to me exactly what kind of emotions Eris was experiencing and how strong they were at the moment, but it seemed to be something of a positive nature.
– I agree!
The next second, she rushed at me, wrapping my fragile male body in her Divine embrace.