Lingo Bookverse

  Chapter 283: Canal Town {TL: By Creed} The weather was, unfortunately, rainy. But despite that, we managed to reach the city as planned. A massive river flowed through its center, dividing the city into north and south. Smaller waterways also ran throughout the town. The City of Water. That was what this place— Aquareite —was called. “Still, this rain is terrible.” As we entered the city, the downpour grew even heavier. The wind picked up too, and umbrellas were useless. We had to rely on our cloaks to shield ourselves from the rain. “Could it be that a storm is coming...?” “The carriage has to cross to the other side of the river first, right?” “Yes, but...” Sofia looked up at the dark, rain-filled sky and sighed. “In this weather, I doubt any ferries are running to the other side.” “We should probably look for an inn first.” Both Sofia and I felt our spirits sink. Meanwhile— “Kyaa~♪” “Woof woof!” Aisha and Snow were having the time of their lives. It w...

  Chapter 282: To the Royal Capital {TL: By Creed} The next morning. We decided to leave the beast-people village just after sunrise. I felt bad because Aisha looked sleepy, but I wanted to put some distance between us while it was still daylight. “Thank you for everything.” “No — we’re the ones who should thank you for all the help; we truly appreciate it.” I shook Claudia’s hand. I also shook hands with the village elder and other beast-people who had come to see us off. “Please take care of the princess and the divine beast.” Surprisingly — or rather, unexpectedly — Claudia and the others didn’t oppose our taking the two of them with us. It seemed they had their own thoughts about it, but they didn’t voice them; they respected our decision. No — perhaps they were respecting Aisha and Snow’s decision. They wanted the two of them to be with us, and they’d seemed to have understood Aisha and Snow’s wishes. There might be trouble later. Because I thought that, I wa...

  Chapter 281: Together tonight {TL: By Creed} “Aisha and Snow… about them.” After making up, we started talking about the two of them. “I think I’ll take them with us, just like Sofia said.” “Um… is that okay? I thought Fate had his own reasons.” “Yeah, that’s true. I thought it would be safer if they stayed hidden in the village.” “Then why?” “…Maybe because Sofia was the one who cared about the two of them more.” Until Licorice pointed it out to me, I had completely forgotten about Aisha and Snow. I was only thinking about myself. But Sofia was different. Without anyone telling her to, she naturally cared about the two of them. Even when she was arguing with me, she ended up putting them first. That difference felt huge to me. “…That’s why I think Sofia’s opinion is the right one.” “…Do you really think so?” “You don’t have to look so anxious about it.” “To tell the truth… I think Fate’s idea has a point too. It’s like both are right. So, whether it’s right...

  Chapter 280: Reconciliation {TL: By Creed} The first thing I need to think about is Aisha and Snow. Something so obvious, and yet I had forgotten… And now, remembering it… It feels like being struck by lightning. “Fate, Sofia, stop thinking only about yourselves. Aren’t those girls your family? Then pull yourselves together!” “…Yeah, you’re right.” I couldn’t argue back at all. It was completely my fault. While we were fighting, Aisha and Snow must have been so anxious. Now that I think back, I feel like their smiles had disappeared. And it was because of me. “Ugh… I feel so pathetic. I promised myself I’d do my best for the two of them, and yet…” “Well, no one’s perfect.” Licorice’s voice softened a little. “Unlike the invincible super fairy Licorice-chan, humans are supposed to make mistakes. What happened this time… it can’t be helped, right?” “But…” “Come on, don’t sulk there. If you understand it was a mistake, then a little regret is enough. What matters is ...

  Chapter 279: The First Fight {TL: By Creed} The next morning. "……" "……" Only the clinking of dishes echoed through the room. Up until yesterday, we had been eating delicious meals while chatting about all sorts of things… But today, silence. Nothing but silence. And the cause of that… was us. "…Hmph." "…Hmph." My eyes met Sofia’s, and immediately we looked away. She did the same. Snorting unhappily, she ignored me. What kind of attitude is that? Isn’t that a bit much? "Uh, um…" Caught between our quarrel, Claudia-san flustered nervously… "Uu…" "Whine…" Aisha and Snow had no energy. Seeing the two of them looking like that made my heart ache. I wanted them to smile again right away. I wanted that, but… "…Hmph." "…Hmph." Make up with Sofia? When it was her stubborn way of thinking that caused all this? Should we take Aisha and Snow with us to the capital? Or should we h...

  Chapter 278: What's behind the scenes? {TL: By Creed} The hideout of the Dawn Alliance is in the royal capital? “Eh, is that for real?” “I can’t say for certain, but at the very least, that man didn’t seem to be lying.” “I can vouch for that as well. After everything that happened, it would be impossible for him to stay quiet… no, never mind.” What did they do…? “The Dawn Alliance is like a terrorist organization, right? They talk about taking revenge on humans… Is it really possible for such a group to have a base in the royal capital?” “It’s not entirely impossible. As the saying goes, sometimes the darkest place is right under the lighthouse. It could be deliberate, placing a hideout in the royal capital.” That doesn’t sound plausible. The Dawn Alliance has repeatedly carried out bold, audacious actions in the past. Considering that, Sofia’s theory could make sense. “Perhaps there’s a reason for them having a base in the royal capital.” “What do you mean by that…?” ...

  Chapter 277: Nest Location {TL: By Creed} After that, the interrogation of the prisoners took place. The ones in charge were Sofia, Claudia, and several beastkin. I decided to wait outside. I wasn’t suited for that sort of thing… Besides, I needed to look after Aisha and Snow, who had worked so hard to help construct the barrier. So, I let them play to their hearts’ content, just as they wished. And then, evening came. “Aisha, Snow. It’s about time we head back.” “Eeh—” “Oof…” The two of them still hadn’t played enough, and their faces showed their dissatisfaction. “The sun’s already setting. And if you keep playing, dinner will end up being late.” “Dinner!” “Woof!” Their complaints vanished in an instant, replaced by sparkling eyes. Those two were very simple and straightforward. “What’s on the menu tonight?” “If I remember right, I heard it was venison steak, but… wait, Sofia!?” Before I realized it, Sofia was standing there. I hadn’t noticed her at all…...