Soon, the two arrived at Tsubaki's estate.
They walked in directly, and for August, who visited here frequently, it was already quite familiar.
As for Ais, she had never been here before and curiously looked around.
Without going anywhere else, August led Ais straight to the blacksmith at the back.
Inside, Tsubaki was tirelessly forging a sword, but each strike only caused minimal forging progress.
Considering this was Tsubaki, a Level 5 adventurer, it indicated that the material she was working with was by no means simple.
"Why did you come so early today?"
Hearing the door, Tsubaki stopped her work, wiped the sweat off her face, and asked.
However, when she turned around, she saw someone else besides August, someone she knew.
"Ais? Why did you come here?"
"August said you have a sword with the 'indestructible' property, so he brought me here."
"Oh? So it's for that sword."
In an instant, Tsubaki's gaze, potent enough to kill August, fell upon him.
Unlike Ais, Tsubaki was an experienced person in the ways of the world and immediately saw through August's intentions.
This scoundrel clearly wanted to enjoy the benefits of both worlds.
"Don't get excited. You two are sisters now and will live together for the rest of your lives."
"Who wants to spend the rest of my life with you?"
Tsubaki blushed slightly, shrugged off her face, but didn't pursue it further.
August, seeing this, breathed a sigh of relief. Fortunately, Tsubaki wasn't a petty woman, otherwise, it could have been troublesome.
Although Orario had no explicit rules about monogamy, most adventurers would find one wife.
Of course, marriage itself was rare in Orario.
People lived day by day, not knowing when they might die, so in Orario, having friends was common, but married couples were rare.
Moreover, a significant portion of the population turned to the Entertainment District to fulfill their needs.
"Ais, come here."
"What's wrong?"
Ais walked over, still unaware of August's 'well-intentioned' efforts.
"Do you know what relationship I have with this scoundrel?"
"What relationship?"
"The same relationship as you."
As soon as these words were spoken, Ais suddenly stopped and then looked at August.
August didn't conceal anything, nodding towards Ais.
In that instant, Ais's heart trembled. At that moment, it felt as if the sky were collapsing.
Her body softened, almost collapsing.
"Ais~"
Tsubaki quickly supported Ais, preventing her from falling.
August wanted to approach, but Tsubaki pushed him away. Now, August was a genuine scoundrel.
"Ais, are you okay?"
"..."
No response. Ais's gaze became sad and dim.
"Ais, I admit I'm not a good man. I'm flirtatious, but you're my woman forever. And, I won't lie to you, including having other women besides you."
August's words made Ais lift her head, and the two stared at each other for a long time without saying a word.
Tsubaki, holding Ais, looked at August with a speechless expression. Clearly, he was a playboy, but he somehow looked like a great person who had done something significant.
"You won't abandon me, right?"
Ais stood up, hugging August in front of her, slowly uttering these words.
"Of course, never."
August also hugged Ais, making a promise to her.
Ais held onto August tightly, as if afraid he would disappear in the next moment.
Tsubaki, on the side, knew that Ais had moved sincerely. Ais had genuinely regarded August as the other half of her life.
How many times had the young Ais, who had lost her parents, transformed from an innocent child into someone obsessed with strength?
In her childhood, Ais was like a drawn sword, making it impossible for anyone to approach.
Now, August was equivalent to her parents, the only family she had left.
If she lost August, it would be like a replay of the past, a terrifying torment for Ais.
Sighing in her heart, Tsubaki could only say that Ais had been moved like this because of that scoundrel August.
A few minutes later, Ais regained her composure, accepting the impact of everything.
However, in her gaze towards Tsubaki, there was a subtle change.
Tsubaki also noticed that the look was one reserved for family.
Ais considered Tsubaki as family because she, like Ais, was one of August's women.
"Ais, come over."
"Okay~"
Ais obediently went over. She was not unfamiliar with Tsubaki, they had known each other since childhood.
"I didn't expect this scoundrel to bewitch you like this."
"August is very good."
"Yes, he's very good. A real little cabbage, sold for a few coins."
While saying this, the affection in Tsubaki's eyes was evident.
"Come with me. I originally considered that sword as a collection. After all, it's one of my masterpieces. However, if it's for you, then take it."
"Thank you~"
"Alright, come here."
Then, led by Tsubaki, the three entered a special room.
This wasn't the finished product storage room where August had been before, but another space. The shelves here were exquisitely made, clearly customized.
On these shelves were some weapons and equipment, not many in total.
These were all Tsubaki's masterpieces that she was most proud of, which she hadn't sold but kept at home.
On a shelf in the corner was a slender sword, entirely silver.
"I forged this sword two years ago. It's made entirely of Mithril and is definitely one of my strongest works. Now it's yours."
"What's this sword called?"
"The Mithril Sword."
Ais nodded, looking at her new weapon with joy on her face.
On the side, August was speechless. A weapon forged from Mithril was named the Mithril Sword? Wasn't that too casual?
"Wait, Ais and I are going to the Dungeon later. If possible, I hope you can join us."
"Hmm? What's going on?"
"God Goibniu told me about the location of a Mithril mine. Since I'm clueless about this, I need someone knowledgeable."
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