As a result of the vote, it was decided to hide the death of Apollo from the residents of Orario. Each god was also asked to be extra careful until the circumstances were clarified.
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* Cafe near Amphitheatron *
Loki and Freya met in their usual place.
- How can you not understand, HE is dangerous. Throughout history, gods have died more than once at the hands of madmen, but even if their souls were torn apart, in the end they had the opportunity to return. And because of him, one of us disappeared forever.
The silver-eyed goddess rolled her eyes.
- Loki, dear. Crowley won't hurt a fly unless provoked. He doesn't even touch a monsters in the dungeon, as long as it doesn't involve protecting people important to him. I understand that he once scared you a lot, but can you say that Apollo's death is a tragedy?
- Of course not, he was such an asshole. But still...
- Then I think we'll postpone this conversation until next time.
...
*Hostess of Fertility*
In the evening, visitors to the tavern observed an unusual picture. The always collected and serious waiter in a cat mask was now walking around the hall in a relaxed manner. At the same time, he was quietly humming some song.
Bayu bayushki bayu...
ne lozhisya na krayu....
pridet seren'kiy volchok....
i ukusit za bochok...
Stunned, Ryuu approached him.
- Mr. Crowley, this is the first time I have seen you in such a state of mind and what is this beautiful melody that you sing?
- Ah, my favorite elf in the world. I was finally able to have some real fun. And the sounds coming from my mouth are a lullaby, my mother sang it in difficult times for me.
Ryuu blushed deeply - My favorite...
- By the way, do you know where Bell is? I heard that they were recruiting for a family, I thought they would come to celebrate.
- Recruiting? Yes, many wanted to join Hestia, especially considering the restored estate, but when everyone found out about their debt to the Hephaestus family... In general, there are still 4 of them.
Suddenly, the hunter heard interesting information out of the corner of his ear.
- I heard right now Little Rookie is running away from the Ishtar family throughout the pleasure district, I did not expect that this boy was interested in something like that.
- And he looks so shy...
The hunter's eyes darted to Ryuu standing next to him.
- It seems to me or...
- I hope not.
...
* Pleasure district, Ishtar's room*
Hermes was in the room, who brought the parcel and Ishtar.
- Tell me, why do you need the item in the box?
- I don't think that a courier should look into other people's parcels. But since you're wondering... For the war with Freya's family. And I would be grateful if you told me about her weaknesses. Perhaps that white-haired boy?
- *Hahahhah* If I didn't know the truth, I would say the same thing. Freya is interested in the boy just as much as I am, or even less. There is another man whom she cares deeply about, but your family does not have the strength to grab him.
On the other hand, the adventurer Smiley is known to have mentored Bell and cared for him greatly.
- Do you mean that if I grab the boy, that man will find me, and this bitch will come after him?
- Exactly. But be careful, Crowley scares even me.
After the conversation was finished, the goddess of beauty took off her clothes and went to Hermes. - W-w-wait!
...
Hermes stumbled into the bar with tears in his eyes.
- Mia, contact Lady Freya, I urgently need to give her a message.
- It's not so easy to contact the goddess at the first request of such a dubious person as you.
- I know, but Ishtar is going to lure Crowley out by capturing Bell.
Syr came out of the next room with an angry smile.
- Mister Hermes, how did it happen that Ishtar found out about the goddess's sympathy for this gloomy man?
- It's my fault! I delivered her a package and was enchanted, I have no forgiveness.
...........
* Dungeon, middle floors *
The Hestia family party killed monsters with double zeal. The reason for this was Hermes, who told Bell and Mikoto that instead of another conflict between familias, there was an option with the ransom of a prostitute.
Why did they need a prostitute? The fact is that once upon a time the Takemikazuchi family lived in the East, far from Orario. When Mikoto was a child, there was a noble family nearby, of which Sanjouno Haruhime was a part. A Renard girl known for her gentle nature and dreaminess. For a long time they were friends, but when the Takemikazuchi family left for Orario, their connection was severed.
After a long time, it turned out that Haruhime was deceived and sold as a slave to the Ishtar family.
Who would have thought that right now this prostitute is not so far from Bell's group, casting enhancement magic on her family's Amazons.
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* Hearth Mansion *
In the conference room, all the members of the Takemikazuchi family and Hestia were gathered here. A meeting took place. As a result of the discussion, it turned out that the Ishtar family were going to sacrifice Haruhime using the death stone. Hearing the news, Hestia decided to take action.
- Lili, go and ask Mr. Crowley for help, we are going to rescue them.
........ .........
The hunter galloped along the roofs of the city towards the "Red district" until he saw his kidnapped friends sitting in a narrow street.
Both their faces showed sadness and there were tears in their eyes.
He immediately found himself next to them.
- I'm very glad that you are both alive, but may I ask how you managed to escape? And why are you so upset?
- *Whine* Mr. Crowley, thank you for coming here, we wanted to save someone. But she believes that because of her actions, she does not deserve to be saved.
- Oh, Lili has already told your story. Sitting here motionless when your friend is in danger. Doesn't look like you at all. Are you afraid of the consequences? Or do you think that a prostitute does not deserve to be saved?
- We don't think so! It's just...
- You don't have the confidence to risk everything to save someone who didn't even ask for it.
- Yes...
- I understand. How many times have I told you that you are too innocent. From now on, act more selfishly. And don't worry, I will take upon myself all the problems that arise and a goddess. Do you have a plan?