Chapter 23 - Flame Princess
Sarah, who had become completely beautiful thanks to the power of divine water, looked exactly like Silphy due to being twins. However, Sarah had a unique hair color with fiery garnet red and orange mesh.
By the way, I didn't pay much attention to it when I rescued her, but Sarah is currently completely naked.
Normally, one would feel awkward and not know where to look—something like stealing glances—but I have a clear memory of the moment when she was safe and secure. I won't engage in such embarrassing behavior.
Besides, this is a medical procedure, so there's nothing shady about it. I need to make sure everything is fine in case there are any abnormalities.
Since I couldn't call Silphy, I'll just make the excuse that there was no other way.
For the time being, I'll take out spare clothes and a coat to dress Sarah. Girls wearing men's clothing are quite charming.
Sarah, still naked, opens her eyes with a snap.
Oh, her eyes are indeed burning garnet red—I shouldn't be impressed by that now. If I keep looking at her naked, I'll be seen as a suspicious person. I make an effort to calmly hand the clothes to Sarah.
"Jii..." Sarah says while staring at me fixedly. You're quite an interesting girl.
And then, instead of accepting the clothes I offered her, she wraps her arms around my neck while still naked, embraces me while still naked, and gives me a passionate kiss... while still naked. I repeated it three times because it's an important point.
"Thank you for saving me. My lord," she says.
Huh, you're using that honorific too? Is it some kind of trend between the two of you?
[Name] Sarah Garland (Female)
[Race] Elf
[Age] 37
[Status] Second princess of the sacred Garland Kingdom
[Occupation] Spirit User
[Condition] Good
[Level] 77
[Health] 3968
[Mana] 9777
[Attack] 2536
[Defense] 2183
[Agility] 4405
[Intelligence] 8997
[Luck] 90
[Skills] Spirit Magic (Fire), Advanced Fire Magic, Spirit Language, Passionate Healing, Etiquette (Level 10)
[Blessings] Blessing of the Spirits (Beloved by the spirits)
Ignoring my dumbfounded state, Sarah continues.
"We sisters are connected even when we're apart. When we're close, we even share memories and status."
Indeed, Sarah's status is the same as Silphy's. She also knew that Silphy was here and that I had rescued her.
"That's why... I'm in love with you, my lord. These burning feelings will never fade away."
Doesn't the context seem strange? What does that have to do with anything?
"No, I'm really happy, but for now, should you put on some clothes?"
"Eh? No way. I want to stay like this a little longer..."
Sara hugged me tightly. Damn, why wasn't I wearing lighter clothes...
"Um... Lord, it's a bit too stimulating for me..."
When I turned around, Silphy had turned as red as a boiled octopus and was standing there trembling with embarrassment. I see, they must have shared the experience.
Even though they're twins, their personalities are quite different.
"Come on, Sara, put on your clothes quickly. The other adventurers will be here soon."
"Okay, my lord. I don't want anyone other than you to see me naked."
Sara reluctantly put on her clothes. They didn't fit properly, so she seemed to have trouble walking.
"Come on, hop on."
I crouched down, showing my back to Sara.
"Yeah!"
Sara happily climbed onto my back.
"Um... Lord, my legs aren't fully healed yet..."
"Well, I guess it can't be helped. Come here."
I picked up Silphy with one hand. Her blushing face and trembling were adorable.
When we left the place, I made eye contact with Klaus. Hey, Klaus, stop looking at me with those lukewarm eyes! It's all your fault in the first place.
***
(My Lord, just a little longer. Please stay safe.)
Chloe's party was currently taking a short break.
Since leaving Primera, they had been flying here at a reasonable speed, but as expected of an A-class adventurer party, everyone was keeping up without falling behind.
Chloe felt impatient, but she understood the importance of resting her body properly.
"Chloe-chan, are you worried about Kakeru?"
The one who spoke up was Catalina, the leader with rabbit ears.
Chloe's party, consisting of rabbit-eared and cat-tailed members, was an unusual party composed of two female leaders and four male members. The leaders got along well and often acted together, so it could be said that they were almost the same party. However, due to the irreconcilable differences in values between the rabbit faction and the cat faction, they formed separate parties.
"I'm more interested in the charming guy who can make Chloe-chan look like this than in orcs, you know."
Cecilia, the leader of the Cat-tailed Brigade, interjected.
"Since my master is quite extraordinary, I don't think there's any need to worry. However, if there are any captured women, my master will definitely not overlook them..."
"I see... Your master seems like a very kind person. I understand why you would be concerned."
"Well, if we slaughter those orcs, everything will be resolved. Guys, let's get going soon."
"...Cecilia, we're not bandits, you know..."
After finishing their break, Chloe and the others resumed their journey. By the time the sun set, they arrived at their destination.
From here on, it would be the territory of the orcs, so everyone tightened their focus and wore serious expressions.
"Listen up, our target is the Orc General. Once we crush its head, the horde will be scattered. Let's go all out!"
"Chloe-chan, please check for the presence of captured women. If your master is found, you can join up with him."
"Understood. Good luck... Wait a moment, I smell something."
"What's wrong, Chloe-chan? Hm? Something's coming! It's the presence of a considerably large and powerful monster."
Everyone readied their weapons and prepared for battle.
"Wait! It's an ally. It's my master's summoned beast."
Chloe hurriedly stepped forward.
"A summoned beast? Can your master command monsters?"
"Yes, it's Rabi. It's safe for him to come out."
Pushing aside the forest foliage, a huge rabbit the size of a cow appeared.
"Whoa, it's huge! I've never seen such a big rabbit before."
"Ah, so cute! Chloe-chan, can I touch it? Can I fluff its fur?"
Catarina, her eyes sparkling with hearts, clung to Rabi with a blissful expression.
"Oh well, of all things, it had to be a giant rabbit. Looks like Catarina won't be of any use..."
Everyone watched with wry smiles as Catarina fluffed Rabi.
In a resigned manner, Rabi began walking with Catarina still on its back.
"Chloe-chan, I'm joining your master's party too. Our interests seem to align, and I can freely fluff... "
"...I refuse."
"An immediate answer?! That's so unfair."
(Rabi coming to pick us up means our master is safe. That's a relief...)
Chloe and the others followed Rabi, venturing into the dark forest.