Diary of Guarding Monster Girls

"In any case, just treat it as a harmless pet for now. There shouldn't be any major issues."

Since the other party is already cooperating so well and there's no sense of malice, we can temporarily treat it as a "neutral" to "friendly" unit.

"So... what should I call it?"

After realizing that it wasn't some "illegitimate egg," Fremay's affection for the giant egg noticeably increased.

"I don't know either."

Herbert, on my side, was visibly unhappy as he pouted and grumbled, "I already gave it a nice name, but it didn't like it!"

Sigh, no taste at all!

What's wrong with "Zhang Pu Ai Ge"?

Isn't it nice sounding?

Not only does it sound good, but there's also a unique cleverness in that name!

"Heh heh."

Although Fremay didn't ask what name Herbert had given it, she imagined it couldn't be anything serious.

"But still, it needs a name, right?"

Herbert spread his hands helplessly, "We probably don't need to worry about it for now. It seems unwilling to communicate with anyone other than me."

"On the way back, Sofia tried to converse with it a few times upon my arrival, but it didn't respond at all."

The other party completely ignored Sofia's inquiries—not just with indifference but total disregard.

Herbert even felt a sense of "disdain" and "pride" emanating from the egg.

"I suppose it wouldn't be much different for you, so just leave it alone for now..."

While Herbert spoke helplessly, Fremay's voice suddenly interrupted him quirkily, "Hold on a minute, Herbert, are you sure it ignores everyone else?"

"I'm sure, why... hmm?"

Herbert was saying, when he suddenly blinked, a little uncertain.

In his surprised gaze, the priestess he had paid special attention to earlier was cautiously making her way to the water's edge.

Contrary to its previous rejection, the giant egg actively approached the shore, getting closer.

The girl named Yunier squatted by the spring, tentatively reached out her hand, and gently touched the eggshell.

The giant egg did not resist her actions but instead calmed down, allowing her gentle caress.

The human and the egg remained silent, seemingly feeling each other's presence.

Eh?

Weren't you a cold and aloof egg?

What's going on here?

Why is it discriminating against our Sofia!!?

Anger! Shiver!

Herbert turned his head and saw, as expected, Sofia looking somewhat despondent with her head down.

Ignored, huh.

"So, what's going on here? Why does it treat her differently?"

Herbert looked at Yunier, thoughts flickering through his mind.

"My dear Ice and Snow Goddess, how much effort did you put into sending this person to me?"

Just to keep an eye on me?

That can't be right!

If you're worried, just descend once more yourself?

You came last time, so one more time wouldn't hurt.

Who exactly is this Yunier?

Could she be a Divine Favorer?

Aren't you worried she'll cause trouble?

Even with Herbert's boldness, he didn't dare imagine Yunier's status being any higher.

After all, who would have thought... requesting a little help would result in someone sending their "mother" over?

Unthinkable, totally unthinkable!

Others take your "mother" captive! Why are you sending "mother" here!!?

...

"Yunier, come here for a moment."

When Yunier finally left the shoreline, Herbert beckoned her over.

"Oh?"

The girl skipped to Herbert's side, beaming with youthful energy.

"Big brother, what's up?"

Wow, so dazzling!

Herbert almost got his eyes burned by the overly radiant youthfulness, squinting his eyes, shaking his head with a smile, "Nothing, just wanted to ask you something."

"Oh!"

"Were you communicating with it just now?"

"Yes!"

Yunier nodded enthusiastically and smiled, "Belinda is very friendly and likes it here very much."

"Wait, Belinda? Is that its name?"

Yunier proudly puffed out her nearly non-existent chest, bragging, "I gave it that name! It really likes it!"

Herbert blinked, not expecting their relationship to be closer than he imagined.

You guys just met, how have you already reached name-giving terms?

Is my name choice not acceptable!?

My sincere effort, totally misplaced!

"Big brother? Is there a problem?"

"No, nothing."

Herbert snapped back, shaking his head, and regained composure, smiling:

"It's fine. Since Belinda is willing to communicate with you, you're in charge of looking after it. If it has any needs, just tell Sofia directly."

He was initially worried about the egg getting along with others and intended to appoint someone to take care of it specifically.

Now it's good; someone voluntarily took on this task.

"Sure~"

Yunier nodded readily, suddenly curious, "Big brother, are you leaving?"

"Yes."

Herbert smiled and said softly, "I'm going to leave for a while. You all will be responsible for guarding the Elda Territory in the meantime."

After he finished speaking, he noticed Yunier looking at him with a hint of regret.

Just as he felt puzzled, the girl smiled and brought up another matter.

"Oh, right! Big brother! Joanna asked me to tell you that the old man has been healed."

Oh!

I almost forgot about before leaving; it turns out there's still Steven!