NOVEL NEXT Chapter 188: Misunderstanding!
Chapter 188 - Misunderstanding!
Excellent talent is always in demand, no matter where you go.
Gods in the lower world rely on their Familia.
The stronger their Familia, the more comfortable life becomes for the respective god.
Every Familia yearns to grow stronger, and that growth depends on outstanding individuals.
An adventurer with exceptional talent can elevate a Familia immensely.
Truly extraordinary adventurer might bring about sweeping changes in power and status.
Such prodigies are rare—trendsetters of their era—leaving a bold mark on history.
Whenever one appears, all Familias will do whatever it takes to snatch them, sometimes by any means necessary.
From Hestia's perspective, Mahiro has astonishing talent.
If his two rare skills were ever revealed, the major Familias in Orario would fight over him.
"Let it be," Mahiro said casually.
"I won't accept their invitations."
"Really?"
Hestia's face lit up as she gazed at Mahiro.
"It's true," he replied with a smile.
"But…but…" Hestia began, feeling more nervous than usual.
"It's just you and me in my Familia."
"I'm a powerless goddess. Without my arcanum, I can't help you in the dungeon. I'm not good at anything."
"I don't have Hephaestus's crafting talent or Artemis's hunting prowess. I'm basically a shut-in goddess who can't do much…"
Her voice grew quiet.
Though she once had grand ambitions before descending to the lower world, numerous setbacks have shaken her confidence.
"I know," Mahiro answered softly.
He chose Hestia's Familia because it was newly established, granting him greater freedom than a larger, more entrenched Familia would.
"But any god can grant a Falna. The ones who've been in Orario longer already have big Familias."
"They can offer far more resources and much better treatment than I can. You'd develop so much faster with them," Hestia said.
She couldn't help blaming herself for having so little to provide.
Even her appearance wasn't that unique among the many beautiful goddesses in Orario.
"Hestia, you're overthinking it."
"If I wanted to leave, I wouldn't have joined your Familia in the first place," Mahiro said, gently patting her head.
"But why did you want to make your status public?" Hestia asked, puzzled.
If Mahiro's skills became common knowledge, curious gods throughout Orario would chase him.
Some might even use underhanded means.
One rare skill alone would be enough to attract their attention; having two would be a full-blown spectacle.
"I'll level up really fast," Mahiro said with a quiet laugh.
"That's bound to raise suspicions."
"If those gods decide to grill you about why I'm growing so quickly, how would you respond?"
"I would never tell them!" Hestia declared firmly.
"They'll heap a lot of pressure on you."
"I don't care!" she snapped back without hesitation.
Mahiro smiled gently. "Just refusing to answer won't reassure them."
"They might suspect you used some illegal method to boost my strength. I don't want you facing that kind of accusation or strain."
"Mahiro-kun…"
Hestia's eyes gleamed with emotion.
She never expected he'd be willing to make his status public for her sake.
"So don't worry, Hestia," Mahiro said kindly.
"Even if my Status is revealed, it'll be all right."
"I can handle their pressure…" Hestia murmured faintly.
"Hestia, do you know why I chose you?" Mahiro asked.
"Huh?" Hestia tilted her head. "Is it because I'm a virgin goddess with a good reputation? That's what Eina told me."
"That's also why I changed my dress, and then you agreed to join."
"That might've been one reason," Mahiro admitted.
"But the bigger reason is that I genuinely believe in you. Do you understand?"
"You… believe in me?"
Hestia felt her cheeks flush.
Is he… confessing?
She knew that many gods did occasionally fall in love with their children, some even marrying them.
Countless legends told of gods vowing to continue their relationships across different lives.
Her mind swirled in excitement and confusion.
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