52 – Housemates
[Hugh!!]
“I did something wrong, didn’t I? “I’m sorry, aren’t you sorry?”
[I didn’t do anything wrong! You didn’t lie!]
“That’s the problem.”
[Ugh! hehehe!]
I held Piyi upside down and shook it off.
But since he didn’t show any signs of remorse, this time they started torturing him by tickling him here and there.
I wanted to give a more certain punishment, but considering the given situation, this was the limit.
The tree spirit’s small body could not be manipulated carelessly, and the claim that it had not lied was also true.
[Pugh! Woohehehe!]
“Beep. “What on earth were you thinking?”
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[Oh, Kaa was going to find out anyway! I just advanced it a little bit!]
“There is a set order to everything. We must also maintain etiquette between people. Quickly apologize to Kaa. “I will also apologize.”
[Wow!]
The reason I scolded Piyi was largely because I didn’t have the dignity to face Kaa.
Conducting marriage talks in a place where the parties are not present could be a huge disgrace to someone.
I was concerned about that, so I tried to slowly resolve my relationship with Kaa, but the situation ended up becoming sudden due to Piyi’s explosive remarks.
If it were Kaa, I think he would forgive her and tell her not to worry, but before that, he would have to apologize for this rudeness.
I held Piyi, who was writhing from tickling, in front of Kaa.
I didn’t think Piyi would admit to her mistake, so I was planning to apologize to Kaa, even if I had to force it.
At that time, Piyi in my hand took a moment to catch her breath and shouted.
[So, wishing rights!]
“What?”
[The wish ticket I got last time! I’ll use that, so just skip it!]
“Why do you ask me to forgive you when you blame Kaa?”
[Profit! Then don’t use the wish ticket! Just kill me, you bastards!]
Just quietly apologizing would go a long way, but this guy seems really tired.
Anyway, it’s a wish right. Are you talking about the one I gave away after pruning? Even though it was a long time ago, I still remember it.
“It’s okay, just bow your head.”
[Trees do not bend!]
“Break it?”
[…] ….]
I pressed Piy’s head and lowered my head as well.
Then she offered her sincere apology to Kaa, who was standing right in front of her.
Kaa was still frozen, her face as red as hers.
“I’m sorry, Kaa. It’s true that I talked to your mother like that. But we had no intention of taking you lightly. “I just want you to know that I didn’t mean to make fun of you.”
[Ugh… I’m sorry too.]
Kaa, who had been frozen by our apples, quietly lifted her head.
She then covered her new blush by hugging her tail.
I guess I felt quite embarrassed about the current situation.
Pi and I let out an awkward laugh at such a cute appearance.
Fortunately, he didn’t seem angry, but since he was that embarrassed, I ended up feeling embarrassed as well.
At that time, Kaa, who was whining while covering her face, lowered her tail slightly and spoke.
“Gu, there’s no need to ask for forgiveness from me… Because you too must have been swayed by her mother’s words….”
Because what Kaa said was true, she nodded her head slightly.
She continued as she neatly trimmed her furry tail.
“So don’t pay attention to what her mother said. “She has always been very affectionate, so I guess she was trying to force her love for her daughter.”
Fortunately, Kaa did not blame us.
Considering how incredibly embarrassing it was, it was a fairly gentle forgiveness.
Seeing that, I nodded and sighed.
At that time, Piyi seemed suspicious about something and hesitated before speaking.
[Ji, are you really forgiving me? Rua said that your way to get married was blocked by Gaul? Is it okay if she can’t get married?]
“Ugh! Did your mother even say that? My path to marriage has already been blocked for a long time! “It’s not your fault that I can’t find a partner!”
[Really? Then this guy doesn’t have to take responsibility for you?]
“…… Um, can you be a little more careful about saying things like that? “If I’m mistaken, what on earth are you doing?”
[Oh… It looks like you don’t like it? Then, let’s keep it like this with Gaul─ Eup! Huh?]
Again. Also. I can’t come to my senses and am teasing you again.
I covered Piy’s mouth and sighed.
Seeing us like that, Kaa’s face turned red again.
Then she lowered her head and muttered in a hushed voice.
“Chae, if I ask you to take responsibility, will you take responsibility?”
It was a small voice, but it was heard clearly.
Then I lowered my head and looked at Kaa’s expression.
My gaze meets the blue eyes looking up at me.
It seemed like there was a hint of anticipation mixed in the gaze that was intertwined for a moment.
No matter how clueless you are. No matter how embarrassing it is. If you’re a man, you shouldn’t react like a brat like that.
I took a deep breath and composed myself.
Then she softly opened her mouth towards Kaa.
“Okay. “If you say that, you will be held accountable.”
At my words, Kaa shrugged her shoulders and opened her eyes wide.
I looked directly into her eyes and continued her words.
It was a bit sudden and had the potential to be cringy, but I felt like I had to end the relationship right now.
“And, even if I’m not told to take responsibility, I’ll try my best. “I will do my best to protect the city, and I will do my best to show it’s best.”
“… ….”
“Kaa. You are a wonderful and good girl. There is no man who would turn down a woman like that who shows affection. And before I am a druid, I am a man.”
“Uh. Well, that….”
“Ah. But I’m not really confessing this, so don’t feel pressured. There is no need to answer hastily or treat me awkwardly in the future. “You know what I mean?”
“Huh? Huh. Oh, I see….”
If you like it, I like it too.
To such a naked and direct expression of affection, Kaa nodded her head and gave a small reply.
Judging from the way her tail fur stood up, it seemed like she had goosebumps all over her body.
I said there was no need to be awkward, but seeing that reaction makes me feel like I won’t be able to have a normal conversation for a while.
As I was laughing a little while looking at her like that, Kaa, who had been fiddling with her tail, turned around and spoke.
“Okay, then I guess I’ll just go! “Return the warriors Evie took earlier as soon as the mission is over!”
“Okay, okay. “I just need to move the materials I’ve saved, so it will be over quickly.”
“Mmm! Well, I’ll see you later! “I’m busy so I guess you’ll excuse me!”
Kaa bid her farewell and began to walk away with her stiff movements.
It seemed like she chose a temporary retreat to avoid feeling awkward.
At that time, she shouted at Piiga Kaa, who had been giggling and listening to the conversation so far.
[Kaaya! Your mom told me to come quickly because she was cooking something delicious!]
It seemed like she was planning on teasing Kaa one last time as he was leaving.
Originally, I would have stopped them from teasing me, but there’s nothing better than telling a joke to relieve the awkwardness.
I held up the beeper to tell him what to say.
Kaa, who took the bait towards Piyi, showed doubts.
“Hmm? I have to patrol to prevent the nocturnal monsters from nesting. “I think I’ll be late returning home.”
[So you can’t eat dinner at home?]
“Maybe so. There will also be work to do to heal the wounded. But is something going on? “I don’t know why we’re talking about dinner.”
[Huh? No, nothing happened!]
I realized what Piyi was trying to say and shook my head.
Perhaps sensing something ominous about my appearance, Kaa stopped her steps and stared at us.
Should I stop it now?
As I quietly looked down while thinking this, Piyi, who made eye contact with me, smiled mischievously and continued talking.
[Then we will eat dinner together first! Still, we can eat breakfast together, right?]
“Hmm?”
[We live under the same roof, so we can get along at that level.]
“What does that mean? “You live under the same roof?”
[Huh? We’re living at your house starting today? I did not know?]
“How should I know that!!”
Kaa, who was clearly caught by Piyi’s prank, approached in stride and turned up the heat.
She didn’t stop him because she thought she could resolve the awkwardness, but she felt like the situation had somehow become more serious.
I sighed and hid Pii from Kaa.
Then, facing her directly, she softly opened her mouth.
“Kaaya. I won’t catch you. “I’m just going to sleep.”
“Now, you’re just going to sleep? “What on earth are you talking about!”
Ah. I made the mistake of saying that I would only sleep there.
“I said the wrong thing just now. Don’t run away. “It’s really a mistake.”
Kaa slowly took a step back from her and began to move away from me little by little.
As she approached to clear up the misunderstanding and explain the situation, somehow she only seemed to get further and further away.
‘This has become annoying.’
That thought suddenly occurred to me.
“Why do you keep chasing me?”
“That’s because you keep running away!”
It was a long time later that Kaa convinced us to live together.