After our duel with my father, one day passed. And now, I, accompanied by Princess Alice, walk around the city of Dares. Initially, I wanted to go alone, because my sisters were busy with training, but as soon as Alice found out that I was going for a walk, she immediately ran to me and asked me to take a walk with her, because without escort, they would not let her into the city. After all the above words, her face turned red again and I, mentally grinning, agreed and now, we are walking around the aristocratic area.
- Alice, are there any beautiful places that you can visit? - Turning to the girl who was walking with me by the hand, I asked.
Hearing my voice, Alice, blushing, lowered her head and answered with a timid voice.
- Near the church of the Goddess of Creation of Aria, there is a very large and beautiful park. There is even a small pond with fish.
Having heard about such a wonderful place and that there is a church nearby, I immediately remembered the last words of the Goddess. "If you want to talk to me, visit any church that worships me and offer a prayer." - Remembering the words of the Goddess Aria, I immediately answered Alice.
- Great, then let's go there! But first, I want to visit the church and offer a prayer to the Goddess Aria. - I looked at Alice and, smiling, added. "Please lead me."
- Good! It's not far, we'll get there fast! - raising her head and looking forward, she quickly walked toward the church.
When I reached the right place, I repeated after Alice, crossed myself three times and asking the Goddess for permission, went inside the capital's church. Inside, we were met by a beautifully decorated prayer hall, in which there were three or four dozen benches facing the small tribune, which the Archbishop or his assistants usually spoke with their speeches and prayers.
Having walked along the benches on which people sat, I, along with Alice, went to the large glass icon on which the Goddesses were depicted and began to pray. Since I did not know how to do it correctly, I simply repeated after Alice, and mentally hoped that it would give a ride.
- Oh Goddess Aria, watching me, I appeal to you, ask, hear my prayer, and lead me on the right path. - Having said this, I began to mentally pray that this would work.
- Boy, why did you turn to me? - Hearing the voice of a woman who sent me to this world, I opened my eyes.
I was in the white room, in the same one into which I got after my death on Earth ...
- You said that if I pray, I can talk to you. - With a shrug, I honestly answered her question.
- So you decided to check my words? - Looking at me with a smile, she asked.
- Partly, yes, but to be honest, I also wanted to get answers to some questions. - Having said this, I got to my feet, and going to her, I sat on the next chair.
- To questions means ... Hm, I think you deserve to get answers to a couple of your questions. - Having said this, she poured tea into a cup and pushed it toward me.
- Why did you send me to this world!? - The first of several dozen questions that interest me very much, I have been thinking about this for several years.
- I told you when we first met ... - Having said that, she took a sip of tea, and putting the cup on the table, continued," I want you to help this world. I watched you all the time, and I'm very glad that you do. For fourteen years, you have created several new dishes and products, thereby increasing the amount of food that ordinary people can eat . In addition, you introduced one of the reforms of your old world, rotation of the crop rotation ... Thus, you saved hundreds of lives from starvation, and also satisfied your needs. - Having said this, she smiled softly and continued . - But also, you saved about a hundred girls from goblins, I am very glad that I chose you!
- Although I do not like this answer, I will ask another question." What do people mean by saying that I am the Messenger of the Gods who will cleanse this world from the undead? - Having taken a sip of tea, I asked .
- Every now and then the boy , then it means .. . The people of this world have been praying for help for ten years, and the fact that you came gave them hope. There are three castles in the north of your continent. Each of these castles has its own ruler. The High Lichs, the former generals of the God of Evil, who subjugated hundreds of thousands of souls of ordinary people and monsters, are now threatening the entire Western Continent. - Having said this, she poured more tea and putting the kettle back, took a sip of tea , and then continued . - People of this world are afraid. They are afraid that sooner or later, a hundred thousandth undead army will appear on the threshold of their city and destroy everything they cherish. And those people who can survive will be forced to fight for their lives, against their own relatives and friends. What do you think, through what humanity will fall, if the Higher Lychee, at this very moment send all its soldiers to the people !? - Asked this question, he took another sip .
- With the current powers of the people, I think for ten years. - For a second thoughtfully I answered.
- I also think so, but given the fact that people will not run away, but will fight to the end! - Focusing on the last couple of words, she put the cup on the table and waved her hand, showing me the Northern Mountains. " This is the castle of one of the High Lichs, what do you think, how many undead are gathered here?"
Looking closer, I noticed that all the neighborhoods are filled with undead - monsters, people, demons, beastmen, elves, gnomes, orcs and a bunch of other races gathered in one place.
- But why don't they decompose like ordinary corpses? - Having asked this, I looked at them closer. Not a single monster or person is decomposing, it feels like they were killed only yesterday.
- This is the magic of the Supreme Personality; it restrains the souls of the dead in the body of the undead and gives it a grain of its mana, thereby supporting the state of their body. Therefore, only the magic of light, which cleanses organisms from foreign influences and acts on the undead. Well, of course, no one forbids burning corpses with fire, or tearing their heads off. Having done one of these actions, the undead will also cease to move and die a final death. - Having finished her tea, she looked straight into my eyes, as if asking if I understood or not.
- I understand, then I will ask the last question. Why did the Angels decide to subdue all six races? - nodding, I asked, finishing my tea.
- Ho ho, a good question I won't answer." You will know everything yourself if you get to the Primordial Mainland. On it you will find all the answers that interest you! And now, the time for questions is over. - having said this, she snapped her fingers. - But it's so simple I won't let you go, keep a present for the victory over your father.
「Received quest from the Goddess of Creation Aria
Get to the center of the Primordial Mainland and visit the capital of Angels
Reward:
Answers on questions
100. 000 . 000 Experience
750. 0 0 0 Credits 」
「Received quest from the Goddess of Creation Aria
Destroy the three Supreme Persons who terrorize the people of the Western Continent
Reward:
10.000.000 Experience
50. 000 Credits
??? 」
「Received quest from the Goddess of Creation Aria
Talk to the Goddess
Reward:
Divine Skills Set - Temporarily Blocked. 」
- The conversation is over , I hope that you at least help people destroy one of the Highest Liches, thereby making their life easier . - Having said this, Aria clapped her hands and , like last time, my eyelids began to get heavier and I woke up already in church.
- Esh, are you done? - Alice asked me, which I had already finished praying and getting to my feet, looked at me.
- Yes, yes, I finished, let's go for a walk? - Quickly getting to my feet, I closed the system messages that I received the award and continued my date with Alice.
Leaving the church, we headed to the park, which was located right behind it. Beautiful green clearings with flowers and trees greeted us. Following the path that leads to a small pond, we watched as children four to five years old rush about in the park, while their parents, sitting on small bedding, smile at them and take out their dinners. By the way, Alice also brought along a small basket of food, and when I suggested that she carry it, she quickly nodded her head and said .
- I myself wanted this, so I have to carry it! - Deciding not to argue with the girl, I simply nodded my head.
Having reached a small pond, we walked along its shore and following one of the old traditions, made a wish and threw pebbles at it. I made the simplest desire, namely
"Please, let my family always be healthy!" - Having made this wish, I looked at Alice, who, clutching a pebble to her chest and closing her eyes, was thinking about something. As soon as she finished she blushed and threw a pebble at the entrance.
- What did you make Esh? - Taking a basket of food and turning to me , Alice asked me .
- So if I tell you, then my desire will not come true. - Taking her hand, I answered.
- Ah, you're right! - Again blushing, she took my hand, and we headed to a small tree.
Going to a tree, Alice spread a small litter and began to get food that she had previously put in a basket. A few sloppy sandwiches and iced black tea. By the appearance of sandwiches, I can say with confidence that it was Princess Alice who made them .
Taking his portion, and saying . - Bon appetit ! - I bit off a piece.
"Hah, she over salt." - I thought to myself, but said out loud something completely different - What delicious sandwiches ! Mmm ... - Praising them, I took another bite and washed it down with cold tea.
- T-true !? - Hearing my praise, she blushed again and asked me again.
- Yes, very tasty, I like it . - Smiling, I said, having finished one of the sandwiches.
- II am very glad . - Head down, so that I did not see the paint on her face, she took her portion and began to dine. Either not noticing that she had salted them, or deciding to keep silent, we just dined in silence, watching how small children ran around the pond.
Having lunch and collecting our things, we headed to the other end of the park, which went to the gate leading to the shopping area. Having reached the gate, the guard saw us, quickly bowed and asked
- Mr. Esh, Madame First Princess, are you going to the shopping area? - Asked one of the guards, who was responsible for allowing civilians to enter the aristocracy.
- Yes, we want to take a little walk . - I answered .
- Do you need escort ? - Looking at me, and then at Alice, he asked his question.
- No, I can handle it myself if someone dares to attack Alice . - Smiling at him, I answered honestly .
- Ahem, well, please do not delay, the gate closes after dinner! - Having warned us about the time of closing the gate, the guard let us pass .
Coming into the shopping district, the first thing I saw was a small area on which there were about ten cells with slaves of different races and sexes. Deciding not to linger here, I went with Alice to the central square of the shopping district. When I reached her, I gave Alice a silver coin and said that if you throw her into a fountain and make a wish, it could come true! Hearing my words, Alice pressed a silver coin to her chest, like a stone by that lake, and closing her eyes began to think. I, an enigma in another desire, namely ...
- Please give me a little brother! - To the inul coin in the fountain. As soon as I did this, another coin fell into the fountain , followed by mine - it was Alice, who, smiling, took my hand and led me to the entertainment area . By that time, I had no idea that this fountain, in the middle of the shopping district, people would call. - "The Fountain Blessed by the Holy Swordsman and the Holy Virgin." - And they will even make up the legend that if a couple in love comes here at noon and makes a wish, while throwing a silver coin into the fountain, they will forever remain together.
Having reached the district with entertainment , Alice and I began to go shopping. Most often in clothes shops , the people who saw us that day thought that we were already engaged and even called in to our shops, guaranteeing a good discount in honor of this event . But we politely refused and continued to talk nicely, walking around the area.
After going through a dozen clothing stores, we stopped at the largest jewelry store .
- Let's go into it. - Turning to Alice, I said.
- Do you want to go to the jewelry store? - Looking at me, and squeezing my hand a little harder, she asked.
- Yes, I'm very interested in what kind of jewelry there is . - I honestly answered and taking her hand went to the entrance to the store.
As soon as I opened the door, the bell rang and the seller came to us.
- Children? What did you forget in this store? This is not the place to play ! - A merchant turned to us, but as soon as he came closer and saw customers, he quickly bowed and began to apologize . - Ah, please, young master, first princess, I did not mean to be rude to you!" - He began to apologize.
I simply ignoring him, with a gesture asked him to get up and asked him where to find the goods I was interested in.
- Where are your necklaces? - Looking at him, I asked.
Rising, the merchant threw a quick look at me, and then at the princess, and smiling, led us into the depths of the store, to a shop window with first-class necklaces.
- Please, Mr. Young, this first showcase contains the best work of jewelry artists. The most exquisite works from all over the Western continent are collected on this shelf! - The seller said, and opening the window, removed the spell from the barrier, and taking from the shelf a small necklace with three blood-red stones , he began to talk about it . - This is one of the best necklaces that the great master made from the trade republic of Efras. The necklace is made of white gold and decorated with three upscale rubies, please try on Madame First Princess. - Having said this, he handed it to Alice, so that she tried it on. Taking the necklace, she put it on her neck and looked at herself in the mirror , she said .
- What a beautiful one! - Her reaction is the same as any other girl, if she were in her place.
However, I necklace had no taste, so I once again take a look l in the window and seeing the necklace with blue stones and asked the seller .
- What is this necklace? - Pointing at the necklace with a finger, the seller's eyes widened and he whispered so that he would hear only me answer .
- Young Master, this is a necklace with seven blue diamonds, I'm afraid even you can't afford it. - Having said this, he did not forget to mention the price - It costs fifty coins of white gold !
Hearing the price, I thought for a second, and then turned to the seller . - This is not a problem, if I like it, then I will get it . - Having said this, the merchant asked the princess to remove the necklace with blood-red stones, and putting it back, he took out another one. A necklace with seven blue diamonds was in my hands, I asked Alice to turn and hold her hair, put this necklace on her. As soon as she turned to face me, I realized why I was paying so much money. This necklace matches perfectly with her brooch and bracelet.
- I take it! - I said right away, as soon as she turned .
- As you wish the Young Master. - Bowing, said the seller.
Asking Alice to look at herself in the mirror, I opened my inventory and pulled out fifty white gold coins. These coins are for me a penny, I earned much more by selling cottage cheese and cheese, as well as several of my other inventions. Having received the money, the merchant smiled and congratulated us, offering to choose something else.
- Congratulations on your engagement, young master, Princess!" If you wish, I can show you my best collection of wedding rings! - After his words, Alice, who was already standing next to me, turned into a tomato and began to say some kind of confusion .
- En-engagem-engagement, I-I-with Esh, En-eng-engaged ...
Mentally grinning , I corrected the merchant . - We are not engaged! - Having said that, the merchant's face quickly changed .
- But, all the people on the streets say otherwise ... Ahem, I understand, please forgive me Young Master and Princess, I made hasty conclusions based on rumors. Bowing once more, he apologized.
- It's all right. - Again with a gesture asking him to rise, I said. - Thank you for selling us such a quality product. - Thanking him, I went back to the palace with Alice.