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In the home of one of the wealthiest and most powerful Familia's in the worlds, the Hera Familia. One of their most prominent and powerful members, Alfia was seated opposite to her goddess Hera.
Hera: Do you get what I'm saying Alfia? Trying to check out Bell's potential lovers are good and all. But tying them up and leaving them in a barrel is a no go. Meteria's been pushy about it recently.
Alfia: If they weren't so idiotic and would stop trembling every time I approach them, then maybe I wouldn't have tied them up in the first place.
Hera and Alfia were both at the goddesses office. Alfia was called there because she has recently been reported tying up certain women that are interested in a certain rabbit, and leaving them in barrels to be rescued later.
Hera: *Sighs* I understand, I get it. We both want only the best for Bell, and honestly his not making it easy.
Alfia: Tell me about it.
Hera: With his cute face, and his fluffy hair, and that personality of his that just magnetizes women. It's like every woman he encounters in the dungeon ends up falling for him.
Alfia: You do understand! See it's hard! Bell woos every woman he encounters and I just want to make sure they're right for him!
Hera: A-Alright calm down now...
Alfia: *Sighs* But sister says we should give all of them a fair chance. Well I say only the best, most beautiful, most powerful, most responsible should even be given up for consideration!
Hera: That's a really high standard your looking for.
Alfia: Tsk!
*Knock* *Knock*
A knock on the door interrupted the conversation between Alfia and Hera, but it did give the goddess an opportunity to temporarily change the subject and relieve Alfia of her annoyance.
Hera: Enter!
The moment she said those words, the door gently opened and one of Bell's maids and guardians, Violet entered. She quickly closed the door behind her before turning to the goddess and bowing in a respectful manner.
Violet: Good day Hera-sama, Alfia-sama. Hera-sama, the girl has been prepped and is ready, she's outside as we speak.
Those words made Hera let out a small smirk while leaving Alfia confused.
Hera: Send her in.
Violet: At once.
The maid then left the room again, leaving Hera and Alfia alone.
Alfia: Are you expecting someone?
With a sly smirk, Hera said-
Hera: *Smirk* You see, that foolish Soma owed me some valis, so he's repaying his debt by lending me one of his children.
A foreboding feeling settled in Alfia's gut as she whispered to herself-
Alfia: I have a bad feeling about this...
The door swung open once more, revealing Violet, accompanied by a timid girl with chestnut colored hair, dressed in a maid outfit similar to Violet's attire.
Violet: I have brought her, Hera-sama.
Hera: *Smile* Good you may leave now Violet.
After doing a short bow, Violet took her leave closing the door behind her.
Hera: Remind me, your name... It's Lili, am I right?
Lili: *Nervous* K-Kami-sama is right, I-I'm Lili Arde...
Hera: Very good...
Alfia: I don't see why you have to bring that girl here.
She said, voicing out her concerns
Hera: This is the way Soma's paying me back, and I intend to make full use of it.
Alfia: Just make sure it doesn't bother Bell in any way.
Hera: Of course.
Just as the conversation seems to have ended, the door flung open abruptly, revealing a boy with white hair and intense red eyes, Bell.
Bell: Grandmother! Aunty!
Bell exclaimed with worry, and a hint of anger
Alfia: Bell? Is something wrong?
Bell: I heard grandmother brought someone in today. Then I heard the name, and I noticed-
Before she could finish his words, Lili interrupted, rushing over to hide behind Bell.
Lili: Bell-sama!
Hera and Alfia were caught off guard, looking at the girl's actions towards Bell, it became evident they knew each other
Hera: Bell... You know this girl?
Bell nodded, his eyes reflecting both concern and determination.
Bell: Yes, grandmother. She's one of the few people outside our Familia that I go into the dungeon with. I can't believe you and aunty would make her work for you like that!
Alfia: I-I wasn't even a part of-
Hera: I didn't know she was-
Alfia and Hera attempted to explain themselves simultaneously, but Bell, resolutely, cut them off.
Bell: I'll be paying Soma-sama's debt to you grandmother. Let's go, Lili.
Lili, relieved to have Bell's support could only nod in agreement.
As Bell left the room, leading Lili away from the tense atmosphere, the door closed, leaving Hera and Alfia to reflect on the unexpected turn of events.
Alfia: *Glare* You see what you did. Because of you, Bell is mad at me, and I wasn't even aware of this!
Hera: *That sly Soma. He purposely sent me Lili knowing she was friends with Bell!*
While she was in her own thoughts, Alfia stood up from her chair prompting Hera to ask-
Hera: You leaving?
Alfia: I want to know about the relationship between that girl and Bell. And I can't bear him being angry with me, especially when I wasn't even involved.
Her frustration was palpable as Alfia shot her goddess a sharp glare, hoping Hera could understand the weight of her emotions.
Hera: Hey, I didn't know either. But if you're going to check on the girl, just make sure you don't stick her in a barrel. I don't want Bell getting more mad at us as it is.
Alfia: Tsk! You're the reason my beloved nephew is mad at me.
Hera: I love you too...
As Hera was left alone in her office, she couldn't help but think-
Hera: *That Alfia, she's probably going to be troubled that Bell's mad at her. Knowing her, she's going to be looking for a way to get back on Bell's good side, fufufufu~*
Meanwhile, in another part of the Hera manor, Lili was nervously seated in a chair with Bell standing beside her.
Bell: I'm sorry about my aunty and grandmother, Lili.
Lili: I-It's no problem at all, Bell-sama. Soma-sama was the one who chose me to work here when he owed Hera-sama, so I don't blame Hera-sama about this.
Bell: But still.......Ah yeah, here!
He handed her some food, a small gesture of kindness amidst confusion and tension.
"Hey, who's that girl beside Bell-sama?"
"Is he serving her food?! Who is that girl?"
"I saw Violet bring that girl over earlier."
"Do you think........She's Bell-sama's...........girl!"
"HYAAAAAA"
A distance away from Bell and Lili, numerous women were looking at the situation, careful as to not be spotted by Lili and Bell. Unbeknownst to Bell and Lili, numerous rumors began to immediately spread around the manor like wildfire.
In the beautiful gardens of the Hera manor, Meteria was peacefully seated, enjoying the warm radiance of the sun with a cup of tea, surrounded by fresh flowers and beautiful scenery.
Meteria: *Smile* *What a beautiful day it is today, I sense something interesting is going to happen soon*
While she was enjoying the beautiful view, a couple of women from the Hera Familia walked past Meteria, their hushed conversation piquing her curiosity.
"I heard the young master is with a girl! Here! In the manor!"
"Eh, really? And Alfia-sama is alright with it?!"
"Let's go see right now!"
"What gossip!"
Meteria: *There's a new girl over? This is interesting. Time to check it out!*
She gently placed down the tea in her hands as she stood up with a smile on her face, her curiosity adding an extra layer of excitement to the unfolding drama.
Meteria: *Smile* This should be interesting...
While that was happening, Alfia has been discreetly peeking through the conversation of Bell and Lili, her curiosity getting the better of her. Lili and Bell were seated, their laughter resonating through the air, creating an atmosphere of closeness that piqued Alfia's interest.
Alfia: *They seem to be having a good time... What could they possibly be discussing?*
Deciding to maintain her secrecy, she made a mental note to keep her presence hidden, after all, she didn't want Bell to catch her spying.
Unbeknownst to Alfia, Lili leaned in, a slight blush coloring her cheeks as she said-
Lili: *Blush* Uhm... Bell-sama, is that-
Without even turning his head Bell sighed, and said-
Bell: *Sighs* I know. I'll go talk to her.
As Bell stood up, Alfia swiftly retreated to conceal herself, careful not to make a sound. However, Bell's perceptiveness surprised her.
Bell: *Smirk* Aunty... I know you're there,
He said, with a hint of amusement in his voice.
Caught off guard with being caught, Alfia revealed herself.
Alfia: B-Bell. W-What a surprise!
With a nonchalant look and a hint of doubt, Bell said-
Bell: Surprise..... sure let's go with that. Do you want to come in?
Alfia: N-No.... I-I don't want to disturb your talk with your.......friend.
He immediately noticed the doubt and hesitation in Alfia's eyes. But before Bell could speak about it Alfia spoke and said-
Alfia: *Teary eyed* B-Bell..........Your not mad at aunty now are you? I wasn't even aware she was coming...
Her eyes looked watery, and to Bell it looked like she was ready to break down depending on his answer.
Bell: Don't worry, I understand. And I can never be mad at aunty!
Those words immediately changed Alfia's aura as she let out a big smile
Alfia: *Smile* Really?!
Bell: Of course!
With a short pause Bell said-
Bell: Do you....... Really not wanna come in and join us?
Alfia: N-No thank you........... I-I was just passing by and thought it was the perfect opportunity to fix our misunderstanding.
Bell: *Smirk* But you've been watching us since earlier.
He pointed out, a playful glint in his eyes, and a smirk on his face.
Alfia: W-What ever do you mean?!
Panic set in for Alfia, realizing she had been discovered. Just as she felt cornered, she was rescued by the arrival of a certain someone.
Meteria: *Smirk* What seems to be happening here?
Bell: M-Mother?
Alfia: M-Meteria?
Meteria: *Smile* Your one and only!
Her arrival surprised not only Alfia but Bell as well, as neither of them detected her presence.
Meteria's focus didn't linger on Bell or Alfia for long as she gracefully noticed the figure of the seated girl just a few feet away from her.
Spotting the girl, Meteria walked past the still-confused Bell and the stammering Alfia with an enigmatic smile gracing her lips.
Meteria: *Smile* My, aren't you adorable!
Bell: M-Mother, this is Lili-
Before he could finish, Meteria placed a finger in front of Bell's lips.
Meteria: *Smile* Shhh, Bell. Let the girl introduce herself... Isn't that right?
She said looking back at the seated girl.
Lili: M-My name is Lili Arde, miss...
Meteria: *Smile* What a beautiful name for a pretty girl like yourself...
Lili: *Blush* P-Pretty?!
Meteria: Mhm... I must say I'm a bit disappointed Bell hasn't introduced a charming girl like you to me yet~
Bell: *Blush* M-Mother, we're not like that!
Meteria: What! A girl as charming as this, and you haven't asked her out?! I say you should claim her while you have the chance! A girl as charming as this is always in high demand.
Lili: *Blush* *That's what I said*
Alfia, who had been silently observing the entire time, finally spoke up.
Alfia: S-Sister, I don't think you should pressure them.
Meteria: Oh, hush, you sneaky sister of mine.
Alfia: *Blush* I-I am not!
Meteria: Anyways!
She then grabbed a chair and positioned herself in front of Lili before taking a seat.
Meteria: *Smirk* Now, spill everything about you and my boy!
Lili: *Blush* E-Eh?!
Bell: *Blush* Mother, please stop!
Meteria: Hmph! Fine...
Bell: *Sighs* Thank you.
Meteria: *Smile* Instead, why don't I share with Lili here the time when you cried because of the thunder outside when you were young.
Bell: *Blush* Mother!
Lili: Eh? Bell-sama scared of a little lightning?
When Lili said those words, a mischievous glint formed in Meteria's eyes as she let out a smirk.
Meteria: *Smirk* Oh? Bell-sama? There's a story I want to know about? Apart from the girls here in our Familia, no one else calls my boy that. So, spill it, Lili.
Alfia: *She was waiting for that, smart*
Lili: *Blush* U-Uhm... Lili calls Bell-sama, Bell-sama because...
Meteria: *Smile* Because?!
She said excitedly placing her arms below her chin
Lili: *Blush* Lili can't say!
Meteria: *Sighs* I see, what a shame...
She said as she placed one of her hands in her cheek in a disappointed manner.
Bell: *Blush* Mother, please stop asking Lili questions like that!
Meteria: Sister...
Alfia: Hm?
Meteria: Would you be a dear and close the door? I want to know every juicy detail I can get.
Alfia nodded and discreetly closed the door, leaving Bell and Lili to face the impending interrogation. As the door closed, Meteria couldn't help but add with a wicked grin-
Meteria: *Smirk* And remember, no secrets allowed in this love story!
End
Omake
Meteria: Sister! How many times do i have to say, stop putting the girls interested in Bell in a barrel!
Alfia: Tsk! I'll try..........But its going to be harder to stuff them in other things.
Meteria: That's not what I meant!
She said in a semi loud voice. Her tone filled with displeasure.
Alfia: They keep running away from me when i want to talk to them. If they just stop running I wouldn't have to tie them up...
Meteria: Were you only going to talk to them?
She said looking at her sister in a scrutinizing way.
Alfia: Hm........If it helps.........I wasn't going to kill them.
With a deep sigh, Meteria placed her hand on her forehead as she closed her eyes and said-
Meteria: *Sighs* Those poor girls.
End
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