Chapter 29: The Priestess Aldina
Translated by Shufen
Unedited. Sorry!
This is bad. This is very bad.
This is normally impossible.
Why is this happening to ? It’s kind of funny how I’m only here to deliver bentos to Soniti-san and sohow end up in this situation.
After all, don’t you think it’s better if my existence was put to the side for Aldina-sama? So...for her to ask for while I make my bento delivery surprised . Why is she looking for ? Am I in the way of her? Is she is trying to eliminate the forr Priestess?
If it’s for that reason, that’ll explain the situation.
In that’s the case, will I be able to escape from Sotini-san?
However, the priests are familiar with magic. The female priests who were my companions were able to use magic. Sotini-san should probably be able to use magic too. She should have mastered many techniques that can probably stop .
I should wait and see what happen.
My right hand is still wearing the bracelet Ordias-sama gave .
I shouldn’t depend on the bracelet, but if sothing were to happen to , Ordias-sama would be alerted. He should be able to help . Right?
“Excuse .” (Sotini)
While I was thinking, we’ve arrived to Aldina-sama’s room.
It’s in the sa room as I’ve stayed in.
If you’re trying to capture , you shouldn’t have guided to Aldina-sama’s room. What are you waiting for?
“Aldina-sama, I’ve brought Haruka-san.” (Sotini)
As soon as Sotini-san open the door, a soft fragrance tickled my nose.
In the large room, there is an eye-catching carpet with a calm deep green pattern. The white walls also have a green pattern. When I was living in this room, it was a pretty pinkish atmosphere. This impression is totally different from that ti.
“I’m waiting. Co on in.” (Aldina)
Sitting on the chair, she stood up slowly as she invites us into the room.
There’s no doubt that this is the Aldina-sama who I saw previously at the parade. Today Aldina-sama is wearing a simple white dress with her soft golden hair sweep loosely to one side. She looks relaxed compared to that ti at the parade.
Geez...it’s really her.
When I see her up close, her beauty is much more prominent. I think that she is around the sa age as . Her face is small with pale skin and slender arms. Her height is considerably taller than who stands at 160 cm. Even so, she still a delicate beauty.
“I’m sorry for suddenly inviting you here.” (Aldina)
The person spoke to in a gentle voice with a dignified expression.
I looked around the room, but it seems like it’s unlikely for soldiers to be waiting for us.
If they’re not hiding in the closet, Aldina-sama would be the only person in this room.
“What are you standing for? Please sit down. I will prepare the tea.” (Aldina)
“Eh...” (Haruka)
Aldina-sama directed to a chair across from where I was sitting.
It’s uncommon for the Priestess and a simple commoner to be sitting together. I glance over to Sotini-san, who guided so far, for so help. She instead stood at the corner of the room like a statue. In this country, it is a tradition to be still and not speak in front of soone of higher status.
Since there’s no helping it, I sat down on the chair.
Soon a lady brought in tea. She imdiately left the room so there’s only the three of us together. Moreover, Sotini-san seems to have taken over a supervisory role with no intention of joining the conversation.
“You’re Haruka-san. I’m glad because I wanted to see you.” (Aldina)
“M-?” (Haruka)
“Yes, you are the one who delivers the delicious bento. Thank you so much for everything.” (Aldina)
Bento! An unexpected word jumped out Aldina-sama’s pretty lips. Perhaps the bento I delivered have been eaten by Aldina-sama. Well, that would be bad. What happens if you were poisoned? I sent a glance fill with criticism at Sotini-san. But, as usual, Sotini-san continues to be a statue.
“I’m surprised Aldina-sama had been able to eat it.” (Haruka)
What else should I say?
“Yes, I’m sorry.” (Aldina)
Aldina-sama laughed happily.
Oh, that smile is too lovely. If you can show a smile like that, all man will fall for you.
For example, even a sturdy solid knight would fall for that smile.
“After a long ti, I finally had a great al inside the city. Sotini-san heard about the good reputation of the bento that was being delivered to the royal palace so I arranged one to be sent to . I’m sorry if this sounds ridiculous.” (Aldina)
“No, that’s not ridiculous.” (Haruka)
It’s surprising that Aldina-sama has an interest in the taste of the common people. I’m not sure if this is the case.
“I’m no more than a young lady who had originally served God in a small rural church.” (Aldina)
Aldina-sama starts to talk about herself.
She was a very ordinary girl who was living in the countryside without any nobility. At ho, she has a father, a mother, and a little sister.
Aldina-sama, who was living in a very humble way, went to the church in the town and spent the day praying to God. However, Aldina-sama’s “power” drawn in the public’s eye. The “power” was in fact magic. It’s common for a person who excels in magic to beco either a magician or a priest.
At the ti, Aldina-sama said that the priest of the church said she has a good chance with either of them. Aldina-sama, who was used to spending ti at the church from a young age, chose to go down the path of priesthood without hesitation. She began as a priest’s assistant in the small town and began to climb up the stairs to the top with her rare magical power.
“I was surprised when I was suddenly chosen as the Priestess. I still continue to try my best since I’ve been chosen for the role. Every day I have to put in the effort to be a worthy person to be everyone’s ideal Priestess. I don’t have a lot of power so I feel sorry for those who is currently standing up for . But I have to work hard to inspire myself every day.” (Aldina)
Aldina-sama smiles weakly.
“It’s so hard to keep up with what’s going on in front of , so I just feel nostalgic about the past. This al was one of them. The al here is very nice and I am thankful. It reminds of the simple taste I used to have at my parent’s house. Sotini-san understood my feeling so she brought a bento from Haruka-san’s diner.” (Aldina)
The soft voice was directed to Sotini-san.
Sotini-san remind still, but I could tell her cheeks is slightly flushed.
“I was very impressed with the taste of the bento. It was delicious and nostalgic. It’s a mysterious feeling that warms from the bottom of my heart so I had to call for you.” (Aldina)
Is that all?
I secretly pat my heart to calm down.
Maybe she’s not lying to . It shouldn’t be profitable to have to make up such a lie. It looks like she didn’t realize my status as the forr Priestess. It was simply a matter of gratitude when she invited here.
Even so, it’s surprising that Aldina-sama was an ordinary town girl.
I didn’t know about Ardina-sama’s existence when I was the Priestess. If you’re a strong priest with status, they would’ve greeted at least once. Aldina-sama had climbed up those stairs herself and have finally beco the Priestess who stands at the top. If it is said in the language of the original world, would it be known as the Arican dream? * Is there any difference?
After listening to Aldina-sama’s personal story, I was tempted to support her.
I know her situation very well since I ca from a different world. I was lonely every day, but I cannot return. The people around just lift up high as the Priestess without seeing the real .
There’s definitely anxiety and impatience since no one can understand so it was smoldering in my heart.
Aldina-sama may have spent the sa day as with the sa thought.
Even so, she is still able to do her best. Aldina-sama is amazing.
Because I wouldn’t have been able to.
(I also wish I could do sothing for Aldina-sama.)
I felt strong, but it was clear that I could not support her.
Rather, my existence would only bring harm for Aldina-sama. It is said that Aldina-sama would be driven to a bad position if it made known that I’m the forr Priestess. I don’t have any power left so I don’t think that’ll be possible. I rather have Aldina-sama as the Priestess.
(Aldina-sama is trying to do her best.)
I don’t want to interfere.
The only thing I can do is to just disappear from this world.
(Oh, that’s right.)
The loneliness that Aldina-sama feels can be healed by soone.
For her sake, Sotini-san has prepared the bento for the common people for her. She shouldn’t feel lonely if there soone who cares for her. Aldina-sama seems to have a good relationship with her other companions.
And. There’s another person.
“Aldina-sama, I’m coming n.”
Suddenly, a sharp man’s voice appears in the room.
The door opens widely without waiting or Aldina-sama’s reply.
The one who ca in was Noel, who is currently Aldina-sama’s escort knight.
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* For those who may not know, the Arican dream is the idea that everyone has the freedom and equal opportunity to achieve their highest
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