The Warrior of Love

Ritsuka sighed and looked at the others with a questioning look.

Jiang Liu shrugged: "You are the master, I listen to you."

Tsuda was the next to speak. He smiled and said, "I was planning to come to Edo, even though there are evil spirits living there. Maybe I'll find something more valuable than the swallow I cut that day."

The group of people walked into Edo Castle, some nervously, some calmly, and some eagerly.

Unexpectedly, Jiang Liu and his companions did not see monsters running rampant or humans wailing everywhere. On the contrary, Edo Castle could be described as "prosperous" and "peaceful".

As if it was isolated from the outside world, the people here neither looked fearful of monsters nor discussed monsters in conversation. The hustle and bustle of traffic was just like that of an ordinary prosperous city.

"What's going on?" Ritsuka tilted his head, seeming quite confused.

The group was prepared to start fighting as soon as they entered the city, but after entering and finding this situation, they were a little at a loss. Standing on the crowded street, they didn't know where to go for a moment.

"Ah, are these guests lost?"

A cheerful and lovely voice came, drawing the four people's attention to a grand hotel that looked quite old.

Under the sign in front of the gate stood a petite, childish-looking girl in a kimono.

"If you have nowhere to go, could you consider staying at my hotel?"

Chapter 113: The Lady Owner of Red Sparrow Pavilion and Ah Rong

Although the hotel looks a bit old, it does not smell decayed. Instead, it is filled with a faint scent of gardenia. The ancient wooden structure makes people feel comfortable physically and mentally, and they relax unconsciously.

Unlike the evil spirit that permeated the city, there was incredibly no evil atmosphere inside the inn, as if it was independent of Edo.

The environment is good, there is no danger, the petite lady boss is also very enthusiastic, and she is a legal loli (crossed out)——

And he didn't care about Jiang Liu and the others' strange clothes. Living here seemed to be a good choice. However...

"Ah? The guests have no money?"

The young proprietress had short hair that reached her ears, but she had a long strand of hair behind her head that looked like a bird's tail feathers. It swayed as she walked, and people couldn't help but draw their attention to her.

She said in surprise: "My Red Sparrow Pavilion is not a scam. Don't be fooled by its exaggerated appearance. It is actually no more expensive than other hotels."

"Well, that's great, but..." Ritsuka scratched his head, "I really don't have a penny on me."

Mashu nodded sheepishly, and the two girls made it clear that they were poor.

There is no way around it. After all, they have always camped or stayed in local residents' homes at various singularities and have never considered the issue of money. In addition, Chaldea does not have the ability to prepare currencies that circulate in different eras and regions.

Precious metals such as gold and silver can be used in most cases...but Ritsuka doesn't have any on him.

Lixiang looked at Jiang Liu for help, but all he got was a helpless smile.

Jiang Liu is not a poor guy, but all the Bailey and gold he saved are placed in the world of "One Piece"...

Now the only equipment he has is an Undead Sword and a piece of armor, nothing else. But he can't sell his equipment.

As for Tsuda...are we supposed to expect a guy who previously lived a reclusive life to suddenly come up with money?

"It's over, it looks like we have to sleep on the streets now." Ritsuka sighed in disappointment. She had originally wanted to experience the services of this old-fashioned hotel.

"Sleeping on the streets?"

The young lady boss seemed a little sensitive to this word, and said anxiously: "How can you sleep on the street? This is absolutely not allowed! In this city, you must stay in your room at night!"

She was so excited that her face turned red: "It doesn't matter if you don't have money, just stay at my hotel. You can use your work to get three meals a day!"

"Oh, is it okay?" Ritsuka asked in surprise.

However, Tsuda sensed the hidden meaning in the proprietress's words: "Can't sleep outdoors? Will there be a curfew in this city at night?"

"Curfew? That's about right." The young lady boss nodded vigorously. "In short, just don't go out at night."

"Well... that's it, thank you for taking me in, Madam Boss."

"Great! Recently, we have received many more guests. I was worried about the lack of staff. Your arrival is a great help. Don't worry, the staff meals are delicious."

"My name is Fujimaru Ritsuka, please take care of me!"

"Um, please take care of me. I'm Mash Kyrielight."

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The young proprietress turned and led Ritsuka and Mashu up to the second floor of the hotel, while Jiangliu and Tsuda fell behind.

"Mr. Yuanshan, did you notice?"

"Ah..." Jiang Liu nodded, "That lady boss can't be wrong."

"Well, she's definitely a master with a sword!"

Tsuda smiled and said, "It seems that this hotel is not simple."

When the group stepped onto the second floor, Mashu had just stood firm when she saw a flash of white light rushing towards them.

Enemy attack?

Before she could react, the white light had already crashed into Mashu's arms. The familiar soft and warm touch made Mashu subconsciously relax.

"Fu!"

The little white animal had fluffy fur, and it moved freely against Mashu's chest as if to say, "Ah, I really miss this feeling."

And Mashu only then recognized the lascivious attacker: "Fu-Fufu-san?!"

"Ah, it's Fufu!"

Li Xiang also screamed: "No wonder I felt like something was missing... I was wondering why you were so obedient this time and didn't follow us. So you just didn't want to go with us?"

The one with two little paws hanging on Mashu's chest is none other than Chaldea's mysterious pet, Fou.

I just don't know why Fu Fu, who always acted with Mashu and the others, appeared alone in Edo Castle this time.

"Huh? Do you know this little guy?" the young proprietress said in surprise.

However, the proprietress herself is also a "little girl". Her height is no different from that of a girl of twelve or thirteen years old, and her mature tone makes her look somewhat cute.

"This little guy suddenly appeared in my hotel a few days ago. He appeared in the kitchen, guest rooms, and bathroom... He came and went without a trace, causing great trouble to the guests."

"T-Thoroughly sorry!"

Mashu bowed and apologized on the spot, and said uneasily: "Our Fufu has caused you trouble. I'm so sorry!"

"Well, seeing how sincere you are, I am embarrassed to say anything." The young lady boss said with a smile, "And this little guy is very popular with the female guests. Although it is inappropriate to keep an animal in the hotel, it has inexplicably increased its popularity."

"Because Fufu is very cute - if you only look at her appearance." Ritsuka ruffled Fufu's fluffy hair and said involuntarily, "I also want to become a little animal like Fufu and be hugged by all kinds of cute girls..."

"senior!"

"Eh? Did I say anything?"

"Fu-chan? Where are you? Come out quickly, there are delicious snacks!"

As the pleasant sound got closer, a slender figure appeared from the corner of the corridor and bumped into Jiang Liu and his group.

“So it’s here!”

The girl in a gorgeous kimono ran over. Fu Fu's ears twitched and she turned to look at the girl. She kicked her legs and jumped into her arms, then rubbed... rubbed -

"Hehe, you little naughty boy." The girl felt a little itchy because of Fu Fu's hair and couldn't help laughing.

"Hey, who are you?"

Only then did she notice that Ritsuka, Jiang Liu and the others tilted their heads.

"Could it be that... you know Fu-chan?"

"It's the owner." Ritsuka corrected, "But just now, I decided to throw this guy away."

"Senior?" Mashu looked at Ritsuka in confusion.

Li Xiang was so angry: "How enviable!"

Jiang Liu & Mashu: "..."

"Hmm?" The kimono girl didn't understand, so she just smiled and said, "I think you are a very interesting person, Miss."

"Ritsuka." The young lady extended her hand. "Have you been taking care of Fufu during this period? Thank you."

"It doesn't matter. After all, Fu-chan is so cute--"

He shook hands with Ritsuka using the unaccustomed "Western" etiquette, and the girl introduced herself with a smile.

"Just call me Arong, that's what everyone calls me."

Chapter 114: The Erotic Painter and the Red Yama

"Oh, Miss Arong is looking for her father?"

At dinner time, in a private room, Jiang Liu and his group were chatting with a kimono girl they had just met.

"Yes, my father is a well-known painter, and I have been influenced by him since I was a child and embarked on this artistic path. Half a month ago, I went out to collect materials, but when I returned to Edo, I found that my father had left home and I couldn't find him anywhere.

My family said this was a normal thing, but I felt like this was different...

The city is dangerous enough, even my father would not leave at this time, so I came out to search, and in order to avoid the "night", I will stay in this "Redbird Pavilion" when I can't go home in time."

The girl who calls herself "Arong" is very beautiful, with delicate and elegant facial features and soft and fluffy black hair. Her kimono is quite fancy but not boring. I don't know if it's because she is an artist, but her whole aura is light and airy.

In Jiang Liu's opinion, Lixiang is already a very beautiful woman, but Arong is not inferior. It can only be said that they each have their own strengths.

After finishing his story, A Rong picked up a piece of sashimi with chopsticks.

"Hmm, this saury sashimi tastes really delicious, and the wasabi seasoning is just right... It turns out that living in "Kunari-tei" is the right thing to do. You can't eat such delicious food anywhere else."

“This miso soup tastes really good too.”

Tsuda closed his eyes contentedly. "This is my first time staying here, but the taste of the soup gives me a nostalgic feeling. It's like I've tasted it in a distant memory."

"Hmm, it has a very gentle taste." Ritsuka smiled a little sadly, "It reminds me of my mother's cooking... warm."

Jiang Liu glanced at Lixiang, his lips tightened, but he said nothing and just enjoyed his dinner.

"I really have to thank the Red Sparrow boss lady."

After the meal, Mashu thanked the young proprietress who came to clean up the utensils.

"Not only did they take us in, but they also treated us to such delicious food."

"Nothing, Mash."

With striking red hair and eye color, the little girl's appearance is extremely outstanding. She is a very special individual in Edo Castle where the streets are full of people with black hair and black eyes. But for some reason, Ritsuka and others did not find it strange, as if this was a very normal thing.

"Even if they are eating for free, they are still my guests until they get angry and ask for the money. So I will naturally offer them the best hospitality. In addition, from tomorrow on, you will be responsible for the work in the hotel, so please be prepared!"

“I always feel like the boss lady suddenly becomes serious when it comes to work!”

"Chirp?"

“Ah, sorry…” The lady boss scratched her head sheepishly, “When I get excited, I tend to have strange habits of speaking… I don’t know why, but it’s been like this for a long time.”

"No need to apologize, it sounds cute, just like a little bird." Ritsuka reached out and touched the proprietress's head.

“Well, don’t underestimate me… Oh… It feels so good… Chu… Don’t treat me like a child, I’m very powerful Chu——”

This child is so cute - I don’t know if it’s an illusion, but Ritsuka’s breathing seems to have quickened.

"Working at a hotel... ah, I see. You too... you must be mentally prepared, or you will be in for a lot of trouble."

Ah Rong scratched his cheek and said, "I even wanted to run away at that time."

"Actually, he ran away." The young lady boss regained her dignity from being trained, her eyes were subtle, "But he was caught by my maid."

"Maid-sama?"

"Does Ms. Arong also work at the Red Sparrow Pavilion?"

Ritsuka and Mashu have different focuses.

Ah Rong said with a bit of embarrassment: "There's nothing we can do. After all, the serious paintings can't be sold... Although the sales of erotic paintings are good, it's during this period after all, and no one would care about this."

"Erotic Palace..." Mashu blushed, "Come to think of it, it can indeed be considered a form of art."

"Don't underestimate pornographic paintings. If you look at them with an obscene eye, that's the viewer's own problem. We painters don't create for this purpose. The beauty of the human body is not inferior to the beauty of nature, and it can better test a creator's brushstrokes and brushwork."

As she spoke, Ah Rong's face suddenly turned red. "Of course, I am also a young girl, and I have felt embarrassed before, especially when many outsiders mistakenly think that I am of bad character. Those sellers are also people with dirty intentions, which really ruins my paintings."

"But even so, I still have to sell the paintings, even if the buyer is someone who doesn't understand romance. It's really sad, but there's nothing I can do about it."