Mediator Oshiras Listens to Emis Story and Finally Loses It and Screams
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Emi-san.
Mediator Oshiras called out to the girl sitting on his left, paying utmost attention to make his voice as gentle and kind as he always does so as not to frighten the child.
This girl, who had been continuing to eat Mekena Sandwiches with an attitude of not caring about the adults conversations unfolding in the room until then, properly responded to the voice directed at her.
Turning around with her cheeks puffed out with Mekena Sandwiches, the girl stared intently at Oshiras.
Those deep, black eyes, from which no emotion could be read, were directed at Oshiras.
Receiving that gaze, Oshiras was a little scared.
Why?
Perhaps it was because of the prejudice against black hair and black eyes that he couldnt shake off no matter how much he tried to.
Or perhaps it was because of that beauty, which was not diminished at all despite her cheeks being puffed out.
The conclusion was probably both of those.
And more than that.
Because there was pressure in that girls gaze.
At this time, Oshiras couldnt put into words and understand what that pressure was, what its true nature was.
It was, so to speak, a manifestation of the strength of her will.
The way she defined herself, shaped by the way she had lived her life up to that point.
Oshiras was overwhelmed by that unwavering way of being.
What?
Questioning Oshiras, who had called out to her but couldnt continue speaking, Emi prompted him to go on.
Ah, oh, sorry. Um, Emi-san. I would like to hear your opinion as well, but
Coming back to his senses, Oshiras began the conversation while stammering.
First of all, this discussion is to decide your guardian the person who will newly become your caregiver. Is that alright with you?
Huh, is that so?
Even though there was such a big commotion around her, this girl, didnt she listen to anything that had been said so far?
Upon hearing those words, Oshiras was amazed beyond exasperation and somehow felt impressed.
Rather.
Emi-san what were you told when you were brought to this place today?
They said theyd give me Mekena Sandwiches, so sit there.
Oshiras glanced at Arcus.
Arcus quickly looked away.
Next, Oshiras glanced at Lairine.
Lairine was smiling creepily
Oshiras quickly looked away.
Well, anyway, thats how it is. At this point, Arcus-san and Lairine-san over there have volunteered to be your guardian, your new parent. This discussion is to decide whose daughter you should become, Emi-san.
Oshiras explained the current situation again for Emi, who hadnt been listening to the story.
Shes a child.
Its often the case that they cant understand the story in one go.
Oshiras doesnt mind repeating the explanation.
I dont need parents.
And after Oshirass explanation, what leaked from Emis mouth was that single sentence.
Oshiras unintentionally froze.
And the Parirot couple, who had been silently listening to the story up to this point.
Hey! You shouldnt say things like that!
On the other hand, Arcus immediately reacted to that single sentence.
Family is warm, happy, and something thats definitely better to have! Sure, Emi-chan might not have good memories of her parents, but
Saying that, Arcus glared at Rana for a moment.
Rana kept her head down.
Then, your uncle will make lots of fun memories for you from now on! Right, Emi-chan! Lets become a family with your uncle!
Arcus stood up vigorously, leaned over the table with both hands, and appealed to Emi like that.
In response, Emi didnt budge an inch.
Expressionlessly, unimpressed, she said this.
I dont want to.
Why!?
Clattering his armor loudly, Arcus slipped and fell on both hands!
Raising his face with a thud, there were even faint tears in his eyes.
Of course, theres a reason.
Tossing the last piece of Mekena Sandwich remaining on the plate into her mouth, Emi continued speaking while munching.
First, I dont like your face.
Face
After making such a fuss up to this point, the reason for being rejected is his face
Oshiras didnt particularly like Arcus as a person, but he thought this development was too cruel
He felt sorry for him
And more than anything, youre weak.
Huh?
Up until now, Arcus had been talking to Emi as a kind uncle, but at this single sentence, he cursed.
You know, Emi-chan your uncle, despite how he looks, is a top-class adventurer. Im quite strong.
Weak. Weaker than me.
Arcus was smiling.
However, it was a strained smile.
His voice was low and slightly trembling.
Completely unbothered by Arcuss state, Emi continued speaking.
The most important condition to become my parent. That is
It was declared without hesitation, clearly.
To be stronger than me!
Oshiras was dumbfounded.
If youre not strong, you wont be acknowledged as a parent?
What kind of savage family is that?
For Oshiras, who was born into a very ordinary family in an ordinary farming village and grew up peacefully, it was a form of family that was impossible to understand.
But!
G-Guhaha, guhahahaha! Then, Emi-chan! If you fight me and I win, youll acknowledge me as your parent!?
For this man named Arcus, that condition seemed to sit well with him to some extent!
Laughing fiercely, he stood up vigorously with a clatter and began releasing intense Intimidation towards Emi!
Huh? You wanna do this, old man?
In response, Emi also began releasing Intimidation, not backing down!
They were completely picking a fight!
Ufufu, ufufufu!
The crazy woman was also releasing Intimidation for some unknown reason!
For some unknown reason!
Now, inside this conference room, the Intimidation of these three people was clashing, creating a strange atmosphere.
The table and windows were shaking even though there was no earthquake, and hair was fluttering even though there was no wind!
The Parirot couple were trembling while clinging to each other, and Oshiras also turned pale!
Hey, Mediator-san.
Y-Yes!
Being called out by the cra- Lairine in such an atmosphere, Oshiras unintentionally responded in a shrill voice.
That being the case, why dont we do this? If we fight Emi-chan and win, we can become her guardian, how about that? Could you prepare the documents in that form? Dont you think this is good? What do you all think?
Lairine looked around the room.
Bring it on!
Theres no way Id lose to an old man like this.
Arcus and Emi, who were glaring at each other, seemed to have no objections.
The Parirot couple were just trembling and didnt say a word of complaint.
Confirming that, Lairine grinned!
Then, with everyone in agreement, the discussion is over!
Saying that, Lairine walked up to the large window of the room, her heels clicking.
And she opened it with all her might!
Whoosh!
The cold winter wind from outside blew in all at once, sweeping away the stagnant air in the room!
You can sign the documents after the match
With her magnificent golden hair that reached her waist fluttering, Lairine shouted while pointing her thumb outside!
Now! Go outside!
Uoooh!!!
In response, the two idiots whose tension had risen jumped out the window!
A little behind the two, Lairine also jumped out in the same way.
Even though this is the third floor!!
Mediator Oshiras and the Parirot couple, who were left behind, were simply speechless.
In the room that had become completely quiet, only the sound of the winter wind blowing in from the open window echoed emptily.
Amidst that, Mediator Oshiras stood up silently.
He slowly approached the window, put his hand on the window frame, and then
DO WHATEVER YOU WANT!!!
Screaming that, he closed the window with a slam.
The end of Arc 14 Middle Part 1.
Please wait until the posting of Part 2.