Chapter 27 – 27 – Recognition
Each time, one more foot was taken out.
It felt like my soul was being torn in half, one by one. I don’t know how long it has been since I ejaculated until I passed out, five times in a row…
I began to think that there might really be such a thing as fortune telling in the world. To be honest, I thought it was just made up for fun.
In the end, Eshen had to get off the boat carrying me.
“I feel like my balls are gone…”
“Like the people of Bitserk? What are you going to do from now on?”
Upon returning, the sky over Lagertha Port was extremely cheerful.
It was as if the past struggles and crises and the worries of the residents who had become women were left behind in the gloomy clouds far away.
Of course, I am not worried about the people of Bisserk that I left behind.
Even before we got off, the newsletter on the bottom of the harbor contained a story about donations to the affected areas.
The citizens of Bisserk have had trouble working on ships due to a sudden force in the sky turning them all into women.
However, it is a hopeful story in which citizens of various kingdoms step forward to provide subsidies and labor.
The world is moving busily. People are helping each other. So perhaps it is not time to be discouraged yet.
He wrapped his arms around Eshen’s back tightly while carrying him on his back. I can feel Eshen’s tail wagging happily.
Meanwhile, Kris Tansen of the Mitra party appears to have had his qualifications revoked.
The Hero Party Alliance must have sent someone to the port, and they are already screaming and begging for it.
That mistake is by no means light. If he had been in the regular army, he might have been put to death.
By not sharing information, they put themselves at risk of annihilation, and by being hostile to their allies, they attempted to sell them out to demons.
What would have happened if we all really died and only our children returned alive? Perhaps the truth is buried out there.
“They say the director had the rare aptitude for [Clairvoyance]. He must have figured out everything with his penetrating eyes. Moreover, since all the witnesses have returned safely, there is no way out for Christensen.”
Florica, another paladin standing next to us, muttered calmly.
The supervisor had the aptitude for clairvoyance. Suddenly, a shiver ran down my spine.
I have to thank Goddess Ishtar. It seems that thanks to his blessing, our clairvoyant didn’t discover our play.
In the distance, while Christ Stansen was being dragged away by the priests, Florica, with her bandages wrapped around her, lowered her head.
“But the punishment will be from the Church of Mithras, not from the laws of the kingdom or the regulations of the party alliance.”
“Huh. Then what happens?”
“Even though your rank will be reduced more than before, you will not be punished as much as for trying to take your life.”
“But it would be shameful, wouldn’t it?”
Paladin Florica smiled weakly at me.
“It would be a shame. Just like I did.”
Unlike Christansen, Florica said she was not stripped of her party membership.
The Party Federation took the circumstances into consideration. The reason Florica kept the information secret was because she was silenced due to her politically disadvantageous position.
The worst was avoided, but he still looked despondent. My self-esteem seems to have been greatly diminished.
Well, didn’t many people almost die? If you are an upright person, you should have a good mind.
“The church might kick me out because of this. The mission was nominally a success, but the people who supported our expedition lost too much this time.”
“Oh my.”
“But rather, I feel relieved. If I am kicked out of the hierarchy of ordination, I plan to wander the world in the future. Free from the politics of the church and the scheming battles between my father and the bishops. I will do what I can to help people wherever I go. To help and find the Mithra within me.”
Still, I guess I still have a conscience.
Florica extended her hand to us. I held out her hand and shook it.
On behalf of Monica, who is still cowering at the symbol of Mithra, and Eshen, who is smiling with an expression telling him to get out of the way before he gets hit.
“I’m glad you reflected, but I couldn’t bring myself to forgive you.”
“···Okay.”
“It is true that I am still angry, and more than anything, it seems that the Paladin himself is not ready to accept forgiveness.”
“Me? How do I prepare to accept forgiveness?”
“That depends on each person’s mindset. You will know when the time comes. I hope we can meet again when you become someone who can confidently atone.”
“I don’t know what you’re talking about, but I hope so too. May the straight and righteous sunlight shine on your path.”
Florica looked awkward the whole time shaking hands.
We were like a sandwich. Eshen carries me lightly like a Tigris, and the sister rests lightly on my back with the ability of a [Porter].
It’s a bit burdensome because you’re stuck in the middle. But it wasn’t unfortunate.
Because it’s stuck between the scent of Eshen’s neck and the sister’s breasts.
I may be an asshole, but I don’t mind dying like this.
Florica seemed to be seriously considering my words. She, of course, looked away from our insincere appearance and glared at the ground.
“···If I still have a chance.”
Not sure where she had left her Order’s armor, the hooded Florica trudged out into the crowd beyond the harbor. She belatedly ignores the voices of the paladins looking for Florica.
“Open the way, Mithra.”
“Priest Florica-! Where are you-!”
“This is the bishop’s order! Find them immediately!”
Their troubles are not limited to finding missing party members.
The paladins had to carry not only the piles of luggage that the golems had to carry, but also the golems that were damaged due to being wet from the violent storm.
To be honest, the sight of them grumbling in one way or another is truly reprehensible. Contrary to what people think, golems may not be able to replace porters.
Although this is still just my wish.
The person who appeared behind him was none other than Captain Tomko, the hero and leader of the handgun party.
He is the one who shot down the most succubi a few days ago. Even more than Eshen, who was promoted with the highest rating.
This shows the skills of a girl.
“How does it feel to be a super fighter, kid?”
Eshen answered with a bright smile.
Captain Tomko, who nodded kindly, took off his captain’s hat and bowed to Sister Monica, who had contributed to resolving the situation.
And finally, he narrowed his eyes and glared at me, who was avoiding his gaze.
“You’re carrying the porter like a piece of luggage.”
“This guy’s motion sickness suddenly got worse.”
Eshen, who was carrying me, grinned with an unusually greasy face.
The sister who was riding on my back also bowed with a smile on her tired face, as if she was physically achy.
···I feel like I’m breaking into a cold sweat. I’m sure he wouldn’t have been caught.
Traces of discharge on the bed were conveniently removed through Sister Monica’s prayers.
Shit. The sister must have been nervous too. Sweat is beading on her huge chest. Thanks to this, I can feel the back of my head getting wet.
It would be a great moment if Captain Tomko wasn’t staring intently into my eyes.
“You’re seasick. Didn’t you get a good rest in the cabin?”
Tomko’s smelly cavity gets closer and closer.
“How about our party borrow you for a month? It could completely erase that motion sickness.”
“···Thank you very much for the honorable offer. However, you must inquire with the party leader about renting party members. It has not been long since I signed the contract…”
“So, ‘Tan Bantai’? Son of Ignitar?”
The crossdressing headband artifact is apparently still wrapped around my head.
I got goosebumps and could barely suppress my hand trying to touch it.
After humbly looking away, I slowly looked at Captain Tomko again. Trying to keep an unfazed expression.
“Well, my name is Lan, Captain.”
“There was a time when a four-year-old boy tried to pummel me in the mouth. You won’t remember, ‘Tan.'”
“···My name is Ran? What do you mean…”
“That too, when I was introduced to you in front of your mother. That woman was a very great warrior. The fact that her name was not widely known to the world made me want to beat my heart and lament. But here you are.”
···There is no use in hiding it. I didn’t come to question you, but I came with confidence. The author knows that I am a man.
But anyway, why say something like that? I gritted my teeth and glared at Tomko.
‘But what about you’? Okay. My late mother had the Hero trait. She was strong, honest, and respected. She keeps a lot of things secret about where she was and what she did, so even I don’t know much about her.
Compared to that, I-
“I think he’s made a pretty good party member, even if he’s still a little worse than that. I can proudly say Ignitar’s son. He’s done very well.”
···This guy has a knack for hitting breaking balls.
Eshen’s stiff ears softened. Thankfully, I think he was as moved as I was.
“Hey, old man. It’s rude to talk like that to confuse people. It’s like cursing someone else’s mother.”
“To be honest, I resisted swearing. Thanks to that guy and your party, I came back alive.”
Tomko wrinkled his nose.
“So, don’t ask why or how the son of Ignitar endures the humiliating indignity of being a crossdresser. If that’s her personal preference, it can’t be helped.”
“···············”
The sister whispered anxiously on behalf of me, who had nothing to say.
“Um, Captain. Is there anyone who noticed this-“
“No one but me, who saw this guy once when she was young. Rest assured, she will keep her mouth shut. No word will leak out anywhere.”
Tomko took out a handgun pistol from his arms and smiled sinisterly.
“If it leaks, we can use this to stop it.”
···It’s reassuring.
“Are you talking to me too, Captain? If I make a joke, you’re going to send me away with a bullet in my head? Then you shouldn’t have said anything to me in the first place. I really resent that.”
A young pirate with a cheerful voice walked over and joined in, his ship’s rope wrapped around his shoulder.
“So, this porter is the crossdresser you were talking about?”
Eshen glared at Tomko. With eyes that say, ‘What the fuck are you doing?’
Tomko, who was suddenly treated as a soft-spoken person, avoided eye contact as if he had nothing to say.
“Of course, we can’t tell the navigator to join in. We can’t sink the ship.”
···It’s really fun. Now I wonder how many people will notice me cross-dressing.
The blue-haired young man looked at me with a grin, and Eshen grabbed his hand as he tried to pull his cheek.
He looks a lot like Tomko, but he doesn’t have the vicious hooked nose like his father.
On the contrary, he is very handsome. I’d believe it if she said she was a girl…
For a moment.
“A cross-dressing woman?”
“Correct answer. Isn’t it funny, Tan Bantai? Our sailors say, ‘I recognize women amazingly,’ but they don’t know my identity right next to me. You recognized me at a glance.”
It seems like people in similar situations have something in common.
I suddenly got goosebumps and quickly looked around. We are talking to each other in soft voices, but we never know when our listening ears will pass by us.
But Tomko’s daughter giggled and she pretended to tap me on the shoulder.
“I can’t hear it, I can’t hear it. My mother is a siren. It’s no use keeping that kind of talk between us.”
···What are you imprisoning? I can’t tell if it’s a joke or not.
Meanwhile, Tomko’s cross-dressing daughter, who was still single, pulled out her own dagger from its sheath and held it out.
The hilt of her dagger was adorned with a braid of her blue hair. Blue hair just like Tomko’s daughter’s.
“What is this?”
“It’s a sword imbued with a spell that sings the Siren’s song. It’s lethal enough to just pull out without swinging. If you’re in a hurry, use it.”
“Is it an artifact? Why would I give that to-“
“It’s my repayment for saving you. As a man, I like you so it’s like showing my affection for you. I heard that after seeing a rare person, you develop a desire to be exclusive.”
At those words, Eshen’s hand flew up as if firing. Much faster than my hand unconsciously trying to pick up the sheath.
As Eshen roughly snatched her dagger, Tomko’s daughter glared at Eshen, retrieving her numb hand from the collision.
She smiled as Eshen twitched the corner of her mouth.
“Will you write well?”
Tomko’s daughter, who had stopped, glanced behind her. Her trusty ally, Captain Tomko, left for the ship a little while ago.
But when she turned around and looked at Eshen again, her expression did not show that she wanted to ask her father for her help.
He looked like he was glad his father didn’t hear it.
“This is fun. I’ll see you at ‘your party.'”
“Our party? What do you mean?”
“There is a superstition that it is bad luck for a woman to board a warship or pirate ship. Have you heard?”
Tomko’s daughter laughed, twisting her blue hair.
“So, the rule is that only men are allowed on board our party. That’s why it’s very frustrating for me. I have to cover my chest with a bandage. I have to not be seen using the bathroom. I have to get rid of the smell…”
“So what should I do?”
“If I were caught by my colleagues, I would have had my stomach beat up. So I decided to talk to my father. I was wondering if I could switch to your party for a year or two. You guys look like so much fun.”
Oh my god.
Leaving Eshen on high alert, Tomko’s daughter grinned and disappeared into the crowd of handgun parties.
“Sister. I think we may need to put up a united front someday.”
“···A united front?”
“That’s not a bitch that’s going to ‘share’ a man. That’s a bitch that’s going to ‘hog’ a man.”
What on earth is happening to my destiny?
