“Griseo, where did you run off to?
You didn’t get hurt, did you?” Looking at the Griseo who had just been brought back, FrostNova frowned slightly and asked with concern.
Only heaven knew how she had felt when she returned to wake the child up after judging enough time had passed, only to find an empty room.
Fortunately, nothing had happened…
“I’m fine…
I just got a little lost.
Don’t worry, Yelena.” Hearing this, Griseo stood on her tiptoes and gave FrostNova a comforting hug.
“Mm꒪꒫꒪)…
I also met a Sister Mudrock with a very special color.
She was the one who brought me back.” “It’s good that you’re okay…
This time was my oversight.
I should’ve left someone by the house.
Sorry.” Faced with the little Loli’s reassurance, FrostNova’s body stiffened slightly for a moment before she gently patted her back and spoke softly.
“This isn’t Yelena’s fault…
I won’t make you worry next time.” “…” The Snowpriests nearby waited until their Big Sis and Griseo finished talking before speaking up again.
“Wait, Little Griseo, what did you call the person who brought you back just now?
Sister?” The Yeti asking the question recalled Mudrock’s towering figure in the distance earlier and began doubting reality.
“With that Sarkaz’s height and the way she’s dressed, shouldn’t she be a man?” “Mm…
She’s a sister.” Hearing the Snowpriests’ complaints, Griseo blinked with a subtle expression and answered.
Honestly, if she hadn’t played the game before crossing over, she might not have been able to tell Mudrock’s gender either.
After all, if any girl put on such heavy armor and had her voice lowered by a faceplate, it would be hard to identify her gender!
Especially since Mudrock also used her Originium Arts to fill the empty spaces inside the armor.
Making it completely impossible to tell that the person inside was actually much smaller than the suit itself…
“She really is a sister?!
Isn’t that…
a little too imposing?” “Haha…
maybe Sarkaz are just different from us.
After all, Patriot is huge too…” “…” After receiving confirmation from Griseo once again, most of the Snowpriests still found it hard to believe.
However, faced with the little Loli’s innocent gaze, they could only laugh awkwardly and accept it.
After this small episode, Griseo had breakfast and was then brought by FrostNova to see Talulah and Alina.
After all, Miss White Rabbit had promised Alina the previous night that she would personally bring Griseo back today.
“Mm…
Good morning, Mama Alina, and Tal-rua…” Looking at the two women discussing something inside the room, Griseo, holding FrostNova’s hand, waved at them lightly.
“Tal-r…
rua…
What kind of title is that?” Talulah had originally intended to properly return the greeting, right until she heard that strange form of address…
“You little rascal, can’t you just call me Big Sister properly?” Seeing her friend’s depressed expression, Alina couldn’t help covering her mouth and laughing before walking over to Griseo.
“Good morning, Little Griseo.
How did you sleep last night?” “Very well…” Griseo nodded lightly, then seemed to remember something and extended an invitation.
“The time is about right.
I might be going back now.
Mama Alina…
would you like to come visit my place?” “Why are you suddenly leaving?
Did that Fairy Lady contact you?” Hearing Griseo’s sudden words, Alina froze for a moment before gently rubbing her head and asking.
Not only Alina, but the other two present reacted similarly.
Of course, since they had never seen it firsthand, Talulah and FrostNova also felt a trace of curiosity.
Faced with Alina’s question, Griseo neither nodded nor shook her head.
She simply explained softly, “If I stay away too long…
Mama Aponia will worry.” Hearing this unfamiliar name, Alina was briefly stunned again, but quickly understood.
“I see.
That’s true.
If I had such a cute child as Little Griseo, I’d be worried about you being out alone too.” “So…
would you like to come sit for a while?” As Griseo finished speaking, a familiar Doorway quietly appeared in the room.
And as the door slowly opened, a small pink figure flew out, accompanied by an enthusiastic voice.
“Wow~ There are so many cute girls here~ It looks like Griseo has been making lots of friends while she’s been out.” “Allow me to introduce myself!
I’m Fairy Ely from the Fairy Kingdom!
Thank you for taking care of Little Griseo yesterday.” After flying out of the Odd Jobs Shop, Fairy Ely happily circled around everyone once before introducing herself, then returned smiling to Griseo’s side.
Unfortunately, aside from Alina, who had already experienced this before, most of the group’s attention was focused on the suddenly appearing door and the scene beyond it, which looked completely out of place inside the wooden house.
“Hey!
Why is nobody responding to someone as adorable as me?
That’s terribly rude~” Only after Fairy Ely complained a second time did Talulah and FrostNova finally snap out of their daze and respond.
“Ah, sorry.
I got distracted.
My name is Talulah, Alina’s friend.
It’s a pleasure to meet you, Miss Fairy.” “Yelena is my name.
I’m also pleased to meet you.” “That’s more like it.” After hearing their responses, Fairy Ely placed her hands on her hips and huffed lightly before continuing.
“Since you two cute girls are so curious, why not come visit?” “I’m sure Griseo would welcome you too, right?” “Mm꒪꒫꒪).” Receiving a look from her System, Griseo cooperatively nodded her little head.
And so, through a combination of coaxing, persuasion, and their own curiosity, Talulah and FrostNova ultimately accepted Griseo’s invitation.
With the shop door open, the three of them entered the Odd Jobs Shop and spent some time chatting with Fairy Ely and Griseo.
However, all three of them tacitly agreed not to stay too long.
On one hand, they still didn’t fully trust whatever existence stood behind Griseo.
On the other hand, they genuinely had many responsibilities to attend to.
Finally, when it was time to part ways, Griseo not only reminded them about her promise regarding the paintings, but also gave FrostNova a Flame-Chaser coin as a separate gift, making it easier for her to come find her if she ever needed anything.
★ ★ ★ T/N: If you spot mistranslation, do tell me!
★ ★ ★ Shilling time!