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The Branded Female Fencer CH 28

Author:Hermit Category:urban Update time:2023-01-03 14:50:21

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When Peaceful Times Cease to Exist : A New Ally, Part 6 — Proposal

「I wonder what should I say to the little ones…」

After the decision was made to take Fenna back to her village, Lisa was alone in her thoughts.

If it were true, she would have liked to spend a day with the children and then say farewell, but considering Fenna’s situation, it was obvious that they should leave as soon as possible.

If Fenna wasn’t feeling well, she thought they could stay another night, but Miliazar’s recovery was amazing, and indeed, her near-death wound was almost completely healed.

She’s sure that Miliazar was right and that Fenna’s strength would be back by tomorrow morning.

「I can never be too good.」

「Did you say something」

The two of them are on their way back to Lisa’s house to hand over the children to Miliazar, in anticipation of their early departure.

「I was wondering what I should say to the little ones.

Lisa had been careful not to lie ot them but…」

「It couldn’t be helped, sooner or later the farewells will come.

It’s the same when theh grow up.

It may have been too sudden, though.」

「Lisa may be okay with it, but the little ones are not old enough to understand it.」

「That’s true…」

In the end, the two of them arrived at the house without coming to any conclusion.

Even though the house was rented and shabby, it always made her feel at home when she opened the door, but now Lisa’s mind was in a dark depression.

「I’m back… Well, everyone’s asleep.

It’s late at night.」

「Nnhn… Lisa-nee, welcome back…」

But when Lisa entered the house, Jake came out of the kitchen, rubbing his eyes sleepily.

He was probably waiting alone for Lisa to come home.

「Jake, you’re a bad boy for still being up.」

「Ehh, you see.

There’s something i wanted to tell you while the others were sleeping…」

Jake rummaged through a cupboard for something.

Something in a pouch was making a jangling sound.

「Lisa-nee, do you know what this is」

「This… this is money.

And if it weighs this much, isn’t that a lot of money Jake, how in the world did you get all this money No way!」

The thought of what Miliazar had told her came to Lisa’s mind.

What did the child do to save so much money A bad feeling comes to Lisa’s mind.

However, Jake, perhaps sensing Lisa’s intentions, was quick to shake his head and deny it.

「I didn’t do anything to worry you, Lisa-nee.

I worked.

I delivered mail and light packages.

I also did some shoeshining.

It was hard to ask for help at my age, though.」

「Why Was Lisa’s income not enough」

Lisa raises her voice unusually.

For her part, sbe has been working herself to the bone to earn the money.

She has decided how to make ends meet, so there is no way she can afford to be short.

She was desperate to make ends meet, at least until her children grew up, but where did she go wrong in her calculations

Jake remained calm in the face of Lisa’s anger at her inadequacy.

「Nn–Nhn.

That was good enough, you know」

「Then why Jake isn’t old enough to work yet!」

「But, Lisa-nee, you’ve been working since you were six.

I’m ten-years old, you know That’s why I can work too!」

「!」

If someone asked him, he’s probably right.

It was the day after she had picked up Jake that Lisa had visited the guild in order to somehow turn the power she had awakened into gold.

To be honest for Lisa, the idea of using the sensor’s ability to do evil had never crossed her mind.

But for the sake of those younger than her, she didn’t want to do anything bad.

She was also afraid of what her upbringing would think if they found out that she had been raised with the money she had raised from ber evil deeds.

But there was no denying that’s six year-old Lisa had to play a few tricks to be allowed to work at the guild.

Whether he knew Lisa’s thoughts or not, Jake began to rattle off words that he must have thought over and over again.

「We know, we can live off the money Lisa-nee makes, you know We can live in a house with a roof over our heads.

Sure, we don’t have a mom or dad, we don’t go to school, and we rarely get toys to play with, but I’m sure we’re very lucky.

But what about you, Lisa-nee」

「What do you mean」

Lisa didn’t understand the question and asked back.

「You work all the time, Lisa-nee.

Do you remember the last time you had a day off I’ve been counting the days you’ve been working, and I don’t know if it’s bigger than 99, but you’ve already exceeded that number a long time ago.」

「…Yes, I see.」

「That’s right, so this is my way pf thanking you.

You should take some time off.

It took half a year to make this much money, but I’m going to make a lot more someday and make it easier for you, Lisa-nee! After all, I’m a man!」

「Jake…」

How can a boy who is merely an orphan with no particular education or skills earn more money than Lisa, who is ranked high in the guild It may be just a childish fantasy.

But Lisa couldn’t remember the last time she had such a fantasy.

She was now aware of the fact that she had been busy with her daily life that she had stopped thinking about her future.

Lisa thought back when was the last time she had a dream.

Wasn’t it those days that she spent with her parents without worries Didn’t she ever think that she would like to build a happy family

If Jake can have a dream, does that mean that he is now a source of comfort to them Lisa’s heart was filled with warmth as she felt that everything she had done had been rewarded, including Jake’s thoughtfulness.

And Lisa cried without even knowing it, She hadn’t cried when her father left her or when her mother had committed suicide.

She thought that she was incapable of crying.

At least, she was not in a position to cry.

But now, there was someone who was willing to do something for her for free.

She had never been so happy.

「(I see, so these are tears of joy, huh All that hard work was not in vain…)」

Jake, who was oblivious to Lisa’s excitement, was too busy talking about herself to notice him.

「So, you know… if… if, you know If I can make enough money to protect Lisa-nee… will you marry me」

「……..Eh」

The sudden words stopped Lisa’s tears of joy, and she turned her unguarded, surprised face to Jake.

It’s not an unpleasant look, but it’s not something that she want to make in front of Alfiris and the others.

「(…Just now, just what did he say to Lisa This kid, did he just ask to marry me)」

As a sign of denial, Lisa shook her head and checked again.

Lisa thought it was just another one of Jake’s jokes.

「Jake, what did you say just now Don’t make too much fun of Lisa.」

「D–Don’t make me say it twice! I really want to marry you!」

「…..Haa.」

「Wha—What the hell That’s your answer!!」

Jake started to get flustered, probably because he didn’t expect the answer.

But, on the surface, Lisa was trying to act as if she didn’t feel anything, but inside she was panicking.

Apparently, Jake was serious.

Lisa never thought that he would just skip the whole「I like you」and「We’re going out」thing and suddenly propose to her.

And it was from a boy who had been wetting his bed a while ago.

Lisa’s mind went completely blank as she couldn’t realize what was going on.

Behind her, Miliazar was trying her best to hold back a laugh that was so threatening she twist her abdominal muscles.

Lisa could sense that he was sweating and shaking a little, as if he was holding back too much.

「Jake.

You, did you what’s the meaning of marriage 」

「It’s alright, only Lisa-nee will be in my eyes!」

「Lisa, is called a monster by her own parents.」

「That doesn’t matter! Lisa-nee is Lisa-nee!」

「Lisa may be good for you now, but by the time you’re older, you may have found a better woman than Lisa.」

「That may be so, but… I’ve already decided that I’m going to protect Lisa-nee for tbe rest of my life!」

Apparently, Jake was not going to back down, but it sounded like a child’s indulgence.

So, Lisa thought, to give him a challenge too.

She thought that Jake would give up.

「…Listen, Jake.

If you want to marry Lisa, there’s something you have to promise me.」

「What is it」

「Lisa only wants to marry a good man.

If you want to make money, you have to amke enough to buy the most expensive house in town.

Can you do that」

「I will!」

「It’s not enough to have money.

Lisa likes a strong man.

Even if the Archfiend attacks, she doesn’t want a man who can’t protect her by himself.

But of course, dying is out of tbe question.

Can you promise me that even if the Archfiend’s army attacks and all the people flee, you will fight to protect Lisa and win」

「Of course!」

「Appearance is also important.

I don’t like someone to be taller than 5’9″.

I also don’t like muscular men.

You need to be supple, yet smart.

What do you think」

「If that’s what you want, Lisa-nee, I’ll become like that.」

「Not yet.

Power is also important.

We are orphans, and no one will accept us without status.

You shall become a knight and a general in some kingdoms.」

「I don’t want to be so petty by being just a general! I’ll even build a kingdom for my Lisa-nee!」

Lisa was troubled by these words.

She couldn’t think of any more excuses.

He seemed to be in a straight line so far, and yet he answered all the impossible questions immediately.

The last one seemed to hit home especially hard for Lisa.

He was just a kid, so he probably didn’t have any idea of the practicalities of the situation, but she was very moved to see the boy who had said that he would even prepare a country for her alone.

「Lisa is blind, but I’m sure Jake is looking at me with a serious gaze.

Even though ge was ten years old, he had look in his eyes that was so straightforward and sincere that a woman couldn’t help but be attracted to him… For the first time, I might have regretted my own blindness.」

Lisa closed her eyes and looked down, but then she raised her head as if she had made up her mind.

「So, Jake, do you see me」

「I’m looking at you! I have been, I am, and I will be!」

「I see… Then here is Lisa’s reply.

Close your eyes.

Don’t open them until I say so.」

「」

She made sure Jake closes his eyes, put her hands on his face and gently kissed him on the lips.

She could see that Jake stiffened instantly, as if he was petrified.

Lisa could easily imagine that her own face was probably bright red as well.

After all, her cheeks were so hot.

She didn’t want Jake to see her like this.

Their lips were pressed together for about ten seconds.

It felt as if they had been doing it all night, but it was probably just her heart’s desire, and in reality, it had only been for a moment.

Apparently, a part of Lisa’s head had gone numb as well.

Stunned, she let go of his lips and gave Jake a gentle hug.

「Listen, Jake… Lisa is going on a trip.

You will be taken care of by the sister behind me.

She may be a little flabby, uneven, and lacking in sex appeal, but she is a trustworthy human being… Learn under her.

Then you’ll become a great man and come for me.

When you do, do the same thing you’re doing now.

But when that times comes, don’t just kiss me, kiss me along with your vows…」

「Yes…… I will!」

Jake replied empathically.

「(Children are so simple… And Lisa is a child as well, huh But maybe it’s okay to be so simple when it comes to feelings of love for someone.)」

Lisa naturally had a smile on her face.

But at tbte same time, she felt sorry.

She have to leave her children at a time like this.

「Please forgive Lisa for leaving you on this trip… I really should have told you this much earlier.」

「It’s fine, it’s my turn now.

I will take good care of them.

So don’t worry about anything.」

People grow up so fast.

Jake, who Lisa had thought was just a child, was about to become an adult before she knew it.

He and Lisa were still children, but Lisa was thrilled that she had even taught Jake to use the toilet.

「(This looks promising… in 10 years, he might become a really great person and come for Lisa.

Regardless, she will accept his proposal.

But until then, Lisa will have to work hard to become a great woman as well.)」

Lisa was rather unsure if she would be more suitable for Jake, but she convinced herse by deciding to improve herself.

After all, there was still time.

「Jake… Thank you.」

「It’s fine, don’t mind it.」

「Are you sure you don’t want to hear anything more You’re not worried」

「Just write to me from time to time, that’s all.

Just don’t cheat on me with anyone else, okay」

「…You’re getting carried away, Jake.」

She put his head between her two fist and grinded it.

Apparently, Jake was quite elated with the success of his proposal.

But Lisa had the same feeling inside.

「Ouch, ouch! Lisa-nee, stop it!」

「Well, let’s leave it at that, shall we But how should we explain this to the othee children」

「Don’t worry, I’ve explained to everyone what to do in case if emergency.

『If Lisa-nee finds something she wants to do, I won’t stop her.』 Well, Milche might be reluctant, though.

By the way, if I’m gone, Nelly is next.

When Nelly is gone, Ruth will be in charge next.」

「You thought that far ahead…」

It seemed that the children were much stronger than Lisa had thought they would be.

She was sure that they would be able to support each other even if she was no longer there.

Except, of course, for their real life means.

At that moment, Milche walked over to her, rubbing her sleepy eyes.

「Nnhnn Lisa-nee, Jake… What are you doing…」

「Milche, you’re awake.

Come on, it’s okay.

Let’s go sleep over there, okay」

「I want Lisa-nee to hold meeee~」

「I’ll be right there later… Jaje, please take Milche first.」

「Un.

Make sure she gets a good hug later, okay.」

「Yes, I will.」

Jake took Milche and went to the bedroom.

And when they were alone, Miliazar started laughing loudly as if she had finally lost her patience.

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