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Alfia: *Glare* What in the world is this?!
Zeus: Geh! A-Alfia! T-That's not what it looks like...
As the sun set over Orario, casting a warm glow over the grand city, Alfia stood at the entrance to the Hera Familia's manor, holding two sets of books in her hand while glaring at Zeus.
Alfia: *Glare* I found this... these dirty books in Bell's bag! Don't tell me you don't know anything about this, you perverted old man!
Zeus: I-It's for his future! Yes! Yes! Eventually, Bell's going to have to learn how to have se-
Alfia: Gospel
With one word, Zeus was sent flying to the grassy ground of the garden, a dozen feet away from where he was standing a few seconds earlier.
As Zeus lay on the ground unconscious, Alfia turned around, closing the door behind her.
Alfia: Tsk! A terrible influence.
Cynthia: Is everything alright, Alfia-sama?
Hearing the commotion at the front door, Cynthia, a member of the Hera Familia, came running to the scene, only to see Alfia close the door behind her.
Alfia: In fact, no. There's a massive piece of trash outside. Be useful and clean it up, would you.
Cynthia: Y-Yes!
She quickly rushed outside, leaving Alfia alone.
Alfia: *To think he would secretly place this in Bell's bag, t-this dirty books!*
As she reached her room, she closed the door behind her and curiously looked at the books Zeus hid in Bell's bag.
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Knock Knock
Meteria: Sister? It's dinner time. You haven't come out from your room for quite a while now. Is everything okay?
The clock had ticked away a few hours since Alfia retreated to her room, and the aroma of dinner was evident through the air, signaling that dinner time had come. But even with dinner ready, Alfia still hadn't come out of her room. Concerned, Meteria began to knock on Alfia's door, but with no response. Growing more worried, she continued to knock, hoping to elicit a response from her sister.
Meteria: Alfia?
Still met with silence, Meteria hesitated for a moment, her concern deepening. She slowly turned the doorknob to the room, but before she could open it, the door opened, revealing Alfia with a shook face.
Meteria: A-Alfia, what's wrong?! And what's that smell? It's like something burned in here.
When Meteria saw the look in Alfia's eyes, her worries increased, and she grabbed Alfia's hands for comfort.
Alfia: Sorry about that, something caught fire, but I managed to take care of it. No need to worry.
Despite Alfia's attempt to reassure her, Meteria could sense something more beneath the surface.
Meteria: Your face tells me otherwise. Do we need to see a doctor?
Alfia: N-No... Sorry. It's just a bit under the weather, nothing a simple rest can't solve.
Meteria studied Alfia's face, not entirely convinced.
Meteria: Are you sure? Maybe you should stay in your room and rest.
Alfia: T-There's no need. Come on, let's go have dinner.
Meteria's worried expression persisted, her protective instincts kicking in. However, with Alfia insisting, Meteria reluctantly nodded, and together, they began to walk towards the dining room.
Meteria: Well, if you say so...
As they moved through the hallway, Meteria couldn't shake the unease in her gut. Searching for a way to divert Alfia's attention from whatever was troubling her, Meteria recalled a small detail that might bring some comfort.
Meteria: Oh, by the way, Bell invited a friend over for dinner! Isn't that great!
She said with a smile.
Her plan worked as Alfia showed a soft smile as she heard Bell's name. Curious about the friend Bell brought over, Alfia asked and said-
Alfia: Hm? A friend?
Meteria: *Smile* Yes! She seems like a really nice girl. Can't wait for you to meet her.
Alfia: *Smile* Oh, that's nice. So he brought a..... Come again?
Meteria: *Smile* Mhm, seems like she's from the far east. A lovely girl. We've been chatting for a while now, actually.
Alfia: H-Huh?
At that moment, they arrived at the dining room, where Bell and a girl Alfia had never met were happily chatting. What caught Alfia's attention almost instantly was the features of the far eastern girl.
Alfia: *T-That hair, how can she even see with that hair of hers? I-It's just like... T-Those filthy books!*
Meteria: Sister?
Alfia: M-Meteria! T-That girl is dangerous! A menace! Don't let her get close to Bell!
Meteria: W-What?
Alfia: I-I've read about this! T-Those kinds of people! T-Those that hide their eyes behind her hair!
Meteria: A-Alfia?!
The sudden panic in Alfia's face scared Meteria. She couldn't fathom why Alfia looked terrified and on the verge of panic.
Meteria: Explain everything.
Alfia took a deep breath, attempting to compose herself. After calming herself down,
Alfia: Come.
Meteria: E-Eh, wait!
She grabbed Meteria's arm and led her into the hallway, away from the eyes of Bell and his friend.
Alfia: Listen, I... read a book. It said that people like those, the ones that cover their eyes with their hair... they have lecherous thoughts! A-And... they'll do the thing anytime they could!
Meteria: Thing? What thing?
Alfia: *Blush* T-The thing...
Meteria: Again, what thing?
Alfia: *Blush* S-Se... procreation.
Meteria looked at Alfia in a scrutinizing way for a few seconds before she let out a sigh.
Meteria: *Sighs* And where did you even read about such an absurd thing?
Alfia: *Blush* I-It was...
Meteria: Well?
Alfia: *Blush* I saw it from a book Zeus tried to give Bell! I-I saw it all!
Meteria's eyes widened in surprise, processing the unexpected source of Alfia's anxiety. The hallway seemed to shrink around them as Alfia continued to explain, her cheeks aflame with embarrassment. Meteria couldn't help but feel a mix of disbelief and amusement at the situation, though she maintained a composed demeanor.
Meteria: Alfia, I'm only going to say this once, so listen. Even with all your experience and power, sometimes you're an idiot.
Alfia: I-Idiot?!
Meteria: You're overreacting. That's just some silly book; don't connect it to real life.
Alfia: B-But-
Meteria: Now, straighten up and calm yourself. It's important to be presentable when meeting new people.
Alfia: R-Right...
After a tense pause, Alfia took a deep breath, her eyes reflecting a mix of embarrassment and frustration. She adjusted her disheveled clothes and walked alongside Meteria to meet Bell's friend.
As they entered the dining room, the warm glow of candlelight illuminated the elegant setting. Bell and Chigusa immediately noticed them approaching, their expressions transitioning from curiosity to respect as they stood up.
Bell: *Smile* Mother, you're back! And aunty, hello!
Alfia managed a half-smile in return, her earlier frustration gone as she was trying to maintain a good attitude in front of Bell.
Alfia: Mhm, hello Bell... And girl.
Chigusa: H-Hello, Miss Alfia... I-I'm Chigusa, a friend of Bell.
The air in the room carried palpable tension, but Meteria, ever the matriarch, gracefully diffused it with a composed demeanor.
Meteria: Let's all sit down and enjoy dinner now, shall we?
The aroma of the carefully prepared dishes wafted through the air, offering a distraction from the lingering awkwardness. As everyone sat down, they all happily began eating the delicious food in front of them.
While everyone was enjoying eating, Meteria thought it was a good chance to start a conversation, so she looked at Chigusa and asked.
Meteria: *Smile* So Chigusa, where were we on our talk earlier?
Chigusa: Y-You were asking about the far east...
Bell: You don't have to be nervous, Chigusa.
Meteria: *Chuckle* Bell's right. Think of this as any dinner you would have with your Familia.
Chigusa: R-Right...
As she said that, she glanced over to Alfia and noticed the woman's strong gaze towards her.
Chigusa: *W-Why is she l-looking at me like t-that?! D-Did I do something wrong? I-I'm scared...*
Alfia: *Those b-books, that dirty old man tried to give Bell, they also came from the far east, coincidence? I think not! I see through your lies young girl... But too bad for you, I'll protect Bell with my life!*
Chigusa's heart raced as she was caught in the glare of Alfia. Her initial fear was palpable, evident in the tremble of her voice as she spoke.
Chigusa: *Hieeee!!! I-I'm scared!*
Meteria: Sister, your eyes, please.
Alfia: Apologies... Tell me, girl, I don't think I've heard which Familia you're from.
Chigusa: I-I'm f-from the Takemikazuchi F-Familia...
Alfia's interest was piqued. Her sharp gaze scrutinized Chigusa as she continued the conversation.
Alfia: Hoh? That small Familia that started out recently? I heard one of their members recently leveled up, would that be you?
Chigusa, nervously twirling a strand of her hair, shook her head.
Chigusa: N-No, that was my friend Mikoto.
Alfia: I see. Tell me, I've been curious, why is your hair like that? Surely it hinders you from seeing properly.
Chigusa, surprisingly composed, responded.
Chigusa: N-No, actually.
Bell, the ever-supportive companion, couldn't help but interject with admiration.
Bell: *Smile* Aunty, she's actually a really good archer, maybe the best I've ever seen!
Chigusa: *Blush*
The revelation of Chigusa's talent brought a subtle blush to her cheeks, a detail that didn't escape the keen observation of Meteria and Alfia, with the twin sisters having totally different reactions.
Meteria: *Smirk* Tell me, are you single, Chigusa?
Chigusa, caught off guard, blushed deeper.
Chigusa: *Blush* E-Eh?!
Bell: *Blush* Mother! You're making Chigusa uncomfortable!
Alfia: *Glare* Perhaps we call it an early night? I wouldn't want this young lady to be hurt walking alone at night.
Alfia, displaying a more stern demeanor, suggested a change in the direction of the conversation.
With a playful smile, Meteria said-
Meteria: *Smile* Nonsense, sister. Bell, I'm just curious.
Bell: But you're making her uncomfortable, Mother.
Meteria: Hmph! Fine, I'll stop.............For now.
Bell: *Sighs* Chigusa, I'm sorry about Mother. Sometimes she can be a bit.......Much.
Meteria: *Pout* Am not!
Chigusa: *Blush* I-It's alright...
Alfia, sensing the discomfort, changed her line of questioning, addressing Chigusa with a more personal inquiry.
Alfia: Girl, tell me.........Are you interested in someone right now?
Bell: *Blush* Aunty, not you too!
Maintaining her composed demeanor, Alfia defended her question.
Alfia: It's a very normal question, Bell...
Meteria: Now you're speaking my language!
Chigusa, flustered, managed to stammer out a response.
Chigusa: *Blush* I-I'm n-not...
The atmosphere in the room remained charged with a mix of curiosity, protectiveness, and a hint of mischief, making for a memorable encounter in the halls of the Familia.
Alfia: *Glare* You wouldn't happen to be interested in my beloved nephew, would you?
Meteria: Oh! So direct! I like your style, sister!
Chigusa: *Blush* H-Huh?
Bell: *Blush* I-I think Auntie's right! It's getting late. L-Let's go, Chigusa, I'll walk you home.
Chigusa: *Blush* Yes, please...
Bell grabbed Chigusa's hand, and without waiting for Meteria or Alfia's response, the two ran out of the dining room, leaving the two adults alone.
Meteria: *Chuckle* That was fun. I wanna do it again! Seeing girls be charmed by my boy makes me so proud.
Alfia: I still don't trust her. I'll be following them to make sure she doesn't try anything funny with Bell.
Meteria: W-Wait, sister, let them be. I say those books you read are really affecting you.
Alfia: Tsk! This is all that stupid old man's fault!
Hera: What old man?
Suddenly, out of nowhere, the goddess of the Familia arrived, seeing the angry Alfia.
Alfia: That damned Zeus! Hera! He placed dirty books in Bell's bag, hoping he would read them! If it wasn't for me, Bell's pure mind would have been corrupted!
Hera's face changed from one of curiosity to one of anger.
Hera: Hoh? Is that right... Well, if you'll excuse me... I have some hunting to do.
Alfia: Wait, I'll join. This all started because of that old useless man!
Hera: Feel free. The more, the merrier. Meteria, are you coming with us?
Instead of responding right away, Meteria let out a smile towards her goddess and sister.
Meteria: He tried to corrupt my baby's mind. No one can do that. You two go on ahead. I'll........Prepare something for him tomorrow.........I sure hope heaven has space for him
She said the last part in a whisper.
Hera: R-Right.....Let's go, Alfia.
Alfia: Tonight, I hunt a deity.
End
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