Xingtie, started with a guitar, and made a living by singing

"Do you need our help with wedding planning?"

Although he knew it was a bit strange to say this, the other party answered many of his questions and showed goodwill, so Dan Heng considered doing something within his ability.

After all, it seems that the forest people really don't have enough manpower.

"Ah, thank you for your kindness, but it's just that the forest has been a bit restless lately. Everyone's out watching the fun, so it's so quiet."

"Is it because of that river-breaking thing?"

"Yes."

The forest man wearing a shining helmet showed a slightly worried expression.

"Although I previously told the princess not to worry about this matter, to be honest, facing such a legend, we are not sure we can fully understand its whereabouts. If it really does run into the princess or the territory where our tribe lives, how to deal with it will be a problem."

"We will assist the Mori people then."

Dan Heng couldn't guarantee anything about the others, but if monsters attacked, he wouldn't stand idly by.

After receiving his promise, the forest man wearing the shining helmet was stunned for a moment, and then showed a more satisfied expression.

"You are indeed a man of responsibility. I believe the princess trusts you for this reason, which is why she has entrusted you with the responsibility of captain of the guard."

"……Um."

Even Dan Heng couldn't help but lose focus when he thought of the true form of a certain green badminton.

"By the way, although it may be a bit presumptuous to say this, we are now companions sitting at the same table. Can you tell me if there is anyone you like?"

The forest man wearing a shining helmet had a gossipy expression that was somewhat inconsistent with his appearance.

"Someone you like? Who do you mean?"

Dan Heng didn't think of the ambiguous topic at first. He gave people the impression that he was a guy who was insulated from things like love, but for people in this world.

A man like him who has both good looks and ability and can realize his potential at any time must have no shortage of beautiful women throwing themselves at him.

Even from the critical perspective of the forest people, having such a partner is enough to spend thousands of years with a smile on one's face.

So, the forest man in the shining helmet spoke frankly, "It's my wife. Do you have anyone you admire and want to marry?"

Such gossip apparently piqued the interest of some of the Mori staff. Anyone who has reached marriageable age and is being pressured by their elders to get married often harbors the illusion that "it's not that I don't want to date, it's that I haven't met the right person."

And Dan Heng meets this standard no matter how you look at it.

Dan Heng was a little surprised by this. Although he didn't show it on his face and still looked like a cold and handsome guy, there was indeed a ripple in his heart.

He actually didn't recognize his own emotional needs. Although he had always received a lot of care from everyone in the train crew, when it came to choosing someone to accompany him for the rest of his life, it seemed...

The figures of my companions naturally emerged in my mind.

He certainly didn't establish relationships with his companions for this purpose, nor was he a promiscuous person. It was simply that, when he thought of the people who might accompany him for the rest of his life, he couldn't find anyone else besides the friends he met on the train.

Perhaps there were such people in the past, but there certainly aren't any now.

After thinking seriously for a long time, Dan Heng shook his head and replied, "I haven't thought about it."

The forest leader who had been waiting for him for a long time was not impatient at all, but rather a little happy.

"Really? You can take some more time to think about it. There's no need to rush to tell me."

"I am very sure."

"I see. It seems I was worrying too much. Earlier, seeing you getting along so well with your companions, I was a little worried that bringing up this topic might be offensive. But now it seems that even if I bring it up, I don't have to worry about being stabbed in the neck by a jealous woman in the middle of the night."

The Morito in the shining helmet smiled.

"In this way, I can safely introduce you to the marriageable girls in the village—"

"...?"

Before Danheng understood the situation, the forest leader, who looked like an elderly "male mother" who was worried that her daughter would not be able to get married, began to introduce herself.

This even included his sister, or perhaps he made so many dumplings just for this little bit of vinegar.

It is obvious that this brother, who takes good care of his sister-in-law and even works as hard for her as a father, has completely opened up after meeting the right person.

Although he ended with "I don't know who that rebellious long-eared girl looks like?", considering that his wife is his sister-in-law's elder sister, this statement inevitably has some meaning of "pointing fingers at the mulberry tree and cursing the locust tree", so he hurriedly clarified.

"No, there's no need to be vague. To be frank, it's just like me, with a weird personality."

"From the perspective of a brother and a husband, you are very competent."

"Really? I thought so too... But lately I've been worried about when to bring up the idea of ​​having a child with her. After all, having one within a few hundred years is really a bit too indecent, isn't it?"

As the men's topics gradually shifted, the girls also started a pleasant discussion.

Beep, beep, beep, beep. Water rushed down in response, splashing white waves. It didn't flow on the ground, wasn't exposed to the sun, but flowed straight up through the roots of the trees to the sky. These waters came from underground rivers.

After going down the stairs from the Jialan Hall, there is another Jialan, a stone cave with a neat shape that has been carved by flowing water for thousands and tens of thousands of years.

I'm so tired, so alone

The limestone has been carved into perfect stalactite caves by water, with stalagmites that rival the size of a jungle and stalactites hanging from the ceiling like branches.

Like a forest made of stone, the river flows through here, and the waterfall rushes down from here, forming a deep and dark lake.

In the past, Nashida would never have stepped into this seemingly deep lake.

This has nothing to do with "Barbatos" and is entirely taken from "Wendy"'s own wishes.

For those who would rather avoid going into the river, there is no reason to take risks themselves, except to watch people fishing or participate in certain water activities.

However, this lake was different from most lakes she knew. Its surface was shimmering with a faint, thin golden-green glow.

It's not the lake water itself that's glowing, but the carpet-like moss that covers the lake bottom.

For a girl like March Seven, being unable to even speak is exactly what this means.

And Xing was seeing this dreamlike scene, she even wanted to dive to the bottom of the lake to touch them.

However, in comparison——

At this moment, Nashida, who was held tightly in the arms of the elf archer like a child, attracted most of her attention.

Due to the humidity underground and the fact that no one was open with each other, they covered it up with towels and the like, but the feeling of being exposed by the curves of the body being outlined by the water was too strong.

Especially since she already had some improper thoughts, her skin seemed to get hot.

In order to prevent others from noticing anything unusual, Xing followed the others and soaked in the lake.

When you touch the water with your toes, the unique coldness of the Yongquan Spring immediately stimulates your skin, and then reduces the intentional heat a lot, turning it into a kind of comfort.

"It's warmer than expected."

Xing whispered softly.

"After all, it's bathing water. If it were freezing cold, it would definitely be excluded, right?"

San Yueqi swam happily in the lake. Although this was somewhat against the "rules", there were only girls as close as best friends here, and no outsiders. Secular rules had to give way to the beautiful girls.

She even stepped on the moss excitedly, thinking it would be slippery, but unexpectedly her feet were firmly supported.

That's right. Unlike what it looks like on the surface, this is actually deep enough for a girl to stand up and stick her head out.

Of course, for Nashida, who is the size of a child, she would never make any more attempts without someone to accompany her for safety reasons.

especially--

"Although it's indeed warmer than well water, I'd better skip the cold showers next time."

Feeling the illusion that the cold water was gradually warming up, Nashida pursed her lips, dipped the part below her nose into the lake, and blew bubbles like a goldfish.

Considering that it would be troublesome to wash off if it got wet, the girl tied her hair into a bun, which made her look particularly cute and playful.

The fairy archer seemed to be amused by her appearance, and his laughter as loud as a silver bell never stopped.

Only after her slender waist was pinched did she stop her offensive behavior and beg for mercy.

Naturally, March 7th would not sit idly by and join in the fun, with a clear direction.

She launched a fierce attack on Nashida, but was soon attacked by Xing. Later, they leaned against each other, although they had no intention of doing so.

But Nashida did feel hollowed out—

After Xing snatched the "hug right" from the fairy archer, he now half-rested his head on her, looking very lazy.

March 7th, on the other hand, said with some nostalgia.

"Come to think of it, it seems we've already had quite a few adventures here."

"Are you thinking about Uncle Yang and Ji Zi?"

Xing asked back.

"Well... I'd be lying if I said I didn't want to, but I can't always rely on everyone, right?"

March Seventh imitated Nashida's previous behavior, immersing his face in the lake and blowing bubbles, as if he wanted to spit out all his troubles.

Most girls of this age look like this.

Nashida, her cheeks slightly pink from the lake water, listened to the low sound of water coming from the river after everyone quieted down.

However, when it became quiet, I felt something was wrong.

It's normal for the water surface to have waves, but the frequency seems a little wrong?

Boom boom.

The sound of something giant walking past could be heard from the upper levels of the cave, and Sanyueqi seemed startled and exclaimed, "Wow, is this place going to collapse?!"

"No matter what, let's leave first."

Princess Star picked up Nashida and moved quickly, and even the fairy archer emerged from the lake with his agile and light limbs.

She did not panic, but immediately grabbed a towel to cover her body, then took March 7's hand and ran out.

Meanwhile, the upper level.

A gigantic creature roared, shaking the air.

"MOOOKKEEEEEL!"

Chapter 144: The Mori Princess

——Let’s go back a moment.

In the dormitory, Mimiya was preparing a change of clothes for Nashida. Although everyone wanted to invite her before, she refused on the grounds that the guards needed to be on standby at all times.

The reason why he gave up such a tempting option of taking a bath with the princess, apart from his duty as a guard, was indeed due to some ulterior motives.

I want to personally pick out a nice piece of clothing for Nashida.

In her hometown, this is something that only people with close relationships like family would do.

Unlike that stupid Star Wind Girl, she wasn't the type who liked to get close to someone to confirm their feelings.

Rather, they are the type that prefers to reflect a certain "old married couple" feeling in the small details of life.

Because of this, Mimiya is currently struggling over whether to let Nashida wear a traditional forest dress or more fashionable human textiles.

But before that, the style of underwear should also be considered, right?

"Well, this one is very suitable, and that one is also very suitable. I always feel that no matter which clothes Lady Nashida wears, she will look very cute."

Mimiya fell into a very excited mental state, and things happened at this time that she would never encounter under normal circumstances.

cough.

She didn't even notice the person who cleared his throat until he stood in front of the door.

"...As a guard, it's not commendable to mess up the room of the person you serve."

Needless to say, this person, whose voice of blame almost sounds like singing, has ears as slender as bamboo leaves.

Her long hair was as gorgeous as a star-studded Milky Way, her eyes were the color of warm, fine gold, and her limbs, clad in a silver silk dress, were white and slender, strong and long.

The breasts pushed upward from the inside of the clothes are like a symbol of fullness and full of kindness.

Her hair was adorned with a crown of flowers, and her expression was so peaceful and gentle that no one could feel any disrespect for her.

It can be said that this is a beauty that even painters have no idea where to start. Her beauty is so extraordinary that it is difficult to depict with mortal brushstrokes.