第１８８３堀：お世話と襲撃の結果 (Part1)
**Chapter 1883: The Aftermath of Care and Assault**
**Side: Labyris**
"Hmm. So, Orelia and the others have become so competent that there’s no room left for us to intervene."
"That is indeed a grave situation."
To begin with, the topic raised at our meeting was that Orelia and her team had become so efficient that we were no longer able to attend to Yuki as much as we used to.
"Er, isn't there something else we should be prioritizing?"
"““No.””"
We immediately shot down Yuki’s suggestion.
Well, if there were truly something more urgent, we would prioritize that, but now is not the time, and lately, we’ve been busier than ever.
In the midst of all that, the fact that our interactions with Yuki—our source of healing—are decreasing is a matter that directly affects our motivation.
"Give it up, Yuki. I share their opinion. That said, it’s not as if Orelia and the others are doing anything wrong. Please understand that."
"Ah, yes. I understand."
"It’s difficult, isn't it? Being with Yuki-sama is so healing~"
"I know what you mean. It’s just so comforting."
We all nodded in agreement with the three of them.
They understand.
It’s proof of just how capable those three have become.
Yuki is our healing, too.
"I agree with that sentiment wholeheartedly, but I cannot simply leave the tea and care to the wives during a formal meeting like this..."
"Well, that’s true. This meeting is being led by Yuki, after all. Having us wait on him would make it feel like a lack of preparation."
It does make you wonder what the point of being the organizer is.
I can certainly understand that perspective.
"However, we are all family here, so couldn't we just work something out?"
Yes, just as Eris said.
It would be one thing if there were outsiders present, but today’s meeting is strictly among family, so no one is going to complain about that.
"That’s true. Then, when it’s just us, how about we decide beforehand who will be handling the care?"
"I agree. I’m with Shera on this."
Shera and Dressa followed Eris’s lead, offering their support to the proposal.
"Dressa, you too?"
"That goes without saying. I don't dislike Yuki, and I want to have time to be with him. That said, Orelia and the others handle the basics, and at home, he usually does things for himself, doesn't he?"
That’s true.
Just as Dressa said, I thought Yuki would show us his sloppy side and let us pamper him at home, but he normally does what he can for himself.
"Dressa-san is right. Yuki-sama basically does everything on his own."
"Exactly. We can't even offer our devoted care. Yuki should be more decadent. In fact, he’s the one who usually ends up taking care of us."
Everyone nodded at Samantha and Cleena’s words.
That’s exactly it.
Yuki always treasures us, so he ends up looking after us in so many ways.
Well, perhaps it stems from when we first encountered Weed—or rather, Earth’s culture—and he patiently taught us everything from scratch because we didn't know what to do.
That history plays a part, but I think Yuki is just naturally someone who loves to take care of others.
"Well, you didn't know anything about Weed, or Earth, so I had no choice but to teach you. Besides, you don't need to rely on Seraria and the others for everything; you can just press the button on that pot to get hot water."
Saying that, Yuki walked to the corner of the room to pour some hot water.
"Normally, one would leave such things to the servants," Seraria said, and we all nodded in agreement.
"That’s right. Yuki-sama, it’s troubling when you move around on your own."
"We will take care of you~"
"Yes, please leave it to us."
Exactly. From the perspective of Orelia and the others, who serve as his attendants, it’s as if their jobs are being stolen.
"No, I’ll ask when I need to. Now, can we finally get to the main topic of the meeting?"
"You’re blatantly changing the subject, aren't you? Fine. But from now on, you’ll behave yourself when it’s just us. Understood?"
"Well... I suppose that much is fine. Now, the reason I gathered everyone remaining in Weed is to discuss the matter of seizing the Clearstream Church in the capital of the Kingdom of Giadana."
As he said this, Prol immediately activated the monitor, and an image appeared.
It showed people who looked like members of the church flying through the air.
"““Hm?””"
We all voiced our confusion at the sight.
Meanwhile, the members who likely knew the context closed their eyes and rubbed their temples.
"Ah—I’m sure you have many questions, but this is footage from when Archbishop Dodona of the Clear Church, the King of Giadana, and Prime Minister Daeda visited under the guise of a diplomatic call to liberate the captured demi-humans."
"A 'visit'? That looks like an all-out assault to me."
"Indeed. We heard from Viria and the others that Archbishop Dodona was a very capable person, but..."
Yes, as Shera said, Viria’s report mentioned that despite the difference in strength, she was a rare talent capable of precise instruction, but she looks like a pure physical attacker to me.
Someone closer to Seraria or Jessica.
"I feel like I'm being stared at."
"I wonder why that is?"
Seraria and Jessica tilted their heads, but that’s likely because they know exactly why.
"Regarding that, her own explanation was that if evil is being committed, it’s faster to secure the evidence so the victims can be rescued immediately rather than wasting time on dialogue. Well, we didn't coordinate the specifics of her methods, and there were indeed people who wouldn't have survived if the rescue had been delayed, so she isn't wrong. Anyway, putting that aside, let's move on."
Right.
There’s no use dwelling on the fact that Archbishop Dodona is unexpectedly boisterous; we need to hear the results.
"And as I said, while Archbishop Dodona was causing a scene, the captured demi-humans were secured by the knights brought by the King of Giadana, as well as Viria’s team and the medical corps led by Enora. They provided first aid and began the transfer."
Footage of the demi-humans played, but this...
To be honest, it wasn't a pleasant sight.
It was the kind of thing you’d hesitate to show children.
Suddenly, I glanced at Rushi, who was standing to the side.
I had been wondering why Rushi, who should have been with the medical research team at the fortress in the southern part of the New Continent, was here, but seeing this, I understood—though at the same time, I felt it was something she shouldn't have to see.
Just as I was wondering what to say to her...
"...Rushi, what is the condition of the patients?"
In the silence, Rurua spoke up.
Her voice was quiet, but it was clear she was suppressing her rage.