Ch. 1: A Meeting in the Forest
Kingdom of Veritia in the Land of Beastmen, Month of Shadow…-
Wrapped in a warm light that filtered through the trees, I continued to walk on the path to the castle.
What a beautiful forest…
Going a little further, I saw a butler and Vairy waiting for me.
Elderly Butler: "Welcome Lady OO."
The butler was smiling, a kind look on his face, but in contrast, Vairy had a grim expression.
Vairy: "I didn't ask you to come! This guy's the one who sent the invite."
Elderly Butler: "You awoke Lord Vairy for us. We must repay you."
Vairy: "…did you fight the yumekui?"
Vairy looked dubious as he asked.
OO: "Uh…yes…"
Vairy: "I don't believe it. Just look at you."
I felt myself grow a little saddened as he expressed his displeasure. Then…
Vairy: "Ah, no…! It's just you're so short and tiny…I'm just kinda surprised."
Vairy panicked, his eyes darting around.
…is he worried because I didn't say anything?
Vairy: "F…Fine!! You can stay, but only for a little bit. Then you have to leave right away! And…thanks…for waking me up.
Vairy grumbled his thanks, then turned on his heel towards the castle.
…is it really alright for me to intrude?
Vairy: "Don't stand there spacing out! Let's go!"
OO: "Ah, right!"
I gave a bow to the butler, then chased after Vairy, seeing his broad back as he walked away.
The butler stood there, watching us leave.
Elderly Butler: "…perhaps Lady OO can break Lord Vairy's curse…"