Chapter 75: Three Sisters
"Welcome back, big brother!!"
Arisa embraced me as I descended from Flugel.
"Huh? W-what's going on... My Lord Brother?"
"My Lord Brother... What does this mean?"
Chloe and Mizuha trembled and panicked as if they hadn't expected it.
Well... I hadn't explained it to them, but why are they so shaken?
Afterward, I briefly explained Arisa to everyone. And...
"Everyone, allow me to introduce my brother, Kakeru's sister, Arisa. Nice to meet you!"
Arisa bowed to the members.
"If she's your sister, then she's our sister too!"
"She's my sister too, in a way."
"Someday, I'll be your big sister too..."
"I... I wanted a little sister just like her!"
It seems like Liselotte-sama casually joined in. But more importantly...
"..." "..."
Chloe and Mizuha had scary expressions and had been silent since earlier. I want them to get along with Arisa, but...
"My Lord Brother, which one of us, Arisa and I, is older?"
After a moment of silence, Chloe spoke as if she had made up her mind.
"Oh, uh, Chloe is a few days older."
"In that case, from today, Arisa is my My Lord Sister."
My Lord Sister... That doesn't make any sense. Well, I guess it's good that they accepted her?
"Then, I will address Arisa as Big Sister Arisa."
It seems like both of them were worried about how to address Arisa. What needless anxiety.
"Big brother, I never thought I'd have such wonderful big sisters and a little sister..."
Arisa seemed happy too, which is great. She was apparently an only child in this world.
But Arisa, there are still a few others in Primeria I need to tell you about... I hope she doesn't hate me for it.
***
That night, we stayed at the finest hotel in Fisteria. Haha, we have money! Order whatever you like, everyone.
The room assignments for the night were: I had a room to myself, and everyone else shared a room. There must be a lot to talk about, so I hope they get along well.
I'm not lonely, you know? I have Mikoto-san with me.
I summoned Death Size and communicated with Mikoto-san. We talk every night, but I still can't wait to see her.
"Kakeru! I just wanted to hear your voice!! Yeah, today, something unpleasant happened..."
(Ugh... She doesn't seem like the same person who cut ties with the prince and others! Am I going to hear more lovey-dovey stuff...)
Mikoto sighed inwardly. Kakeru doesn't know about Mikoto's existence, and Mikoto can't participate in the conversation, so she can only listen to a one-sided conversation. It's unbearable.
"Yeah... I met Arisa. I'm glad. Oh, and I can't go into details, but the people who are important to Kakeru are safe for now. Focus on what's in front of you."
(Ugh, Mikoto-san, aren't you too lenient with Kakeru-san? You don't give me any advice!)
"Yeah, the hero is working hard, risking his life. Huh? What kind of girl is she? She's cuter than me, hardworking, obedient, a bit like Kakeru..."
(Stop it, Mikoto-san, don't set the bar so high!)
"I see... I really want to meet the hero soon. I also want to thank him, and protect this beloved world. Thank you..."
"...It'll be okay. You'll meet him eventually. I think he'll understand Kakeru's feelings."
"...I hope so. Well then, goodnight, Mikoto-san. I love you."
"Goodnight, I love you too."
"...Mikoto? You really are a crybaby... That's a relief."
"...Yes, I'll do my best... Sniff..."
***
The next morning, at the Fisteria Guild, I reported last night's incident to Guild Master Beltran.
"I never expected things to turn out like this... Damn it, they did as they pleased in my city!!"
Guild Master pounded his desk vigorously.
"At least, what happened in this city is partly my responsibility. Including Arisa's situation, I'm grateful but... the real trouble begins now, Guild Master. It's likely to involve the entire country, so leave the troublesome stuff to us."
"I understand. Leave that to you. Also, please convey my regards to Lady Liselotte. We might need her cooperation in the future."
"Understood, Lord Beltran. I'll make sure to inform my father."
Today, Lady Liselette was back in her original formal attire after her appearance as a town girl until yesterday. I couldn't help but be captivated by her beautiful and dignified appearance.
"Guild Master, may I ask one thing?"
"Hm? What is it, Arisa? Weren't you supposed to have a day off today?"
"I've been in your care for a long time. I'm moving to Primeria, so could you please write a letter of introduction to my lord brother?"
"Huh? Ah, Arisa, you're moving..."
"I reunited with my long-lost brother, so we'll be living together. Right, big brother?"
"Uh, yeah, sorry, Guild Master. That's the situation..."
I hadn't told anyone, but I had planned for this.
"Ha... Well, I guess it can't be helped! I'll write a letter of introduction for you, even though it's painful for our guild."
I'm sorry about this. I ended up poaching the guild's star employee.
"Then, Lady Liselotte and I will go to the capital, so everyone, please return to Primeria in Flugel."
We could instantly teleport to the capital, Budol, where Harpy Queen Tsubasa was already waiting. Of course, returning would be just as quick.
Our other harpies were already dispatched to various places for investigations.
"My Lord Brother, if you go alone, won't more women be added?"
"It doesn't matter, Chloe. Darling is used to having one or many women around him. It's as natural as breathing!"
Chloe and Eva wanted to protest against such an accusation, but it was mostly true, so they couldn't say anything.
"Hehe, don't worry. I won't let anyone get close to my knight!"
Lady Liselette is dependable and charming.
"My Lord, please leave Arisa to us."
"My Lord, please come back soon."
As everyone saw us off, we headed to the unknown capital, Budol.
"Huh? Are we supposed to hug to teleport? W-well, I guess it can't be helped. Hold me tight, okay!!"
Lady Liselette blushed as she scolded me. She's as graceful as ever. Or rather, is she just clumsy?
I felt Lady Liselette's soft touch as we teleported to Harpy Queen Tsubasa's location in the capital.