落とし穴外伝：冬のお休み (Part2)
"W-we won't freeze to death, will we?"
Fiora and the others were uniformly surprised. Indeed, this "snow frolic" was held specifically for these members, to facilitate smooth interactions with the goddesses. And as for the goddesses who were their counterparts...
"Alright, first we're going to make a giant snowman! I saw it on TV the other day, the one about 'making a giant snowman.'"
"That sounds wonderful~. We were completely in a supporting role at this year's snow festival, weren't we? Let's do our best~."
"Understood! Let's make a big one!"
"...Huh? A snowman? What's that?"
With the exception of one person, they were all, as expected, at peak excitement and eager to play to their heart's content. And amidst all that, Senal, the sole person who looked as if he'd been dragged to another world, would naturally adapt if left to Luna and the others.
...Anyway.
"Kirika."
"Yes!"
"Keep a close eye to make sure those idiots don't do anything reckless. And while you're at it, support Orelia and the others."
"Understood."
This time, Kirika was to devote herself to being the liaison between Orelia and the goddesses. In this area, there was only us, and all my wives were gathered, so Kirika and the others didn't need protection.
"Will it really work?" Seraria asked, gazing anxiously at Fiora and the others.
Normally, it's almost impossible for people of vastly different social statuses to become friends. Their upbringing and environments are fundamentally different, and especially for those of lower standing, incurring the displeasure of those above them can sometimes even be a matter of life and death.
But...
"I really hate saying things like this, but it will work out. Absolutely." He declared.
"Oh, how unusual for you to state something so definitively." Seraria was surprised, as if she had seen something rare.
She knew well that "nothing is absolute" was his creed. However, regarding this matter, unusually for him, he was confident. No, he was certain.
"Because Hairen is there."
"...Ah."
When he stated the reason, Seraria also narrowed her eyes, whether exasperated or convinced. Indeed, "Hairen." Hairen, who was originally human and had adventured with Souta and the others—that air-headed Hairen—was among them. Completely unrelated to following instructions, or acting logically and rationally, her intuition was not to be underestimated. She could precisely worm her way into people's hearts. In a good way, that is. Only when it came to "making friends," she had a remarkable talent.
Besides...
"Furthermore, even without Hairen, I believe there are almost no obstacles to begin with. Those goddesses weren't exactly living as nobles."
"Now that you mention it, you're right. In fact, they all lived simple lives."
"So, their values aren't drastically different. Well, speaking of Luna, she has 'Earth sensibilities,' so I'm a bit worried, but..."
"Luna, too, is surprisingly approachable. I'm not too worried."
Seraria also seemed to share his opinion, shrugging as if to say, "It'll be fine." That Luna couldn't possibly know anything like restraint. Well, she probably dislikes people who simply worship her to have their wishes granted, but Fiora and the others are my companions. Rather, she'll try to become friends and set up all sorts of schemes. Therefore, treating them harshly or ignoring them is out of the question. Above all, he had already told the goddesses to get along with Fiora and the others. They would surely take that into account and act accordingly.
"Alright, those playing outside, change in your rooms and gather in this lobby at 10 o'clock."
"Yes!" they chorused.
And so, the winter holiday began.