Youth, Going back with a little girl

Rag-like clothes and partially wrecked shoes. That and a silver bracelet One that seemed more fitting for an adult, as it was too big for her seemed to be the only things that she was wore.

When Dale buried Latinas father, he searched the body hoping for some sort of identification. He hoped that at the very least, the kid could hold on to just a single memento from her actual parent but, absolutely nothing could be found.

Hmm If i let Latina walk the day would totally end.

Cant be helped

Latina didnt act violently and stayed put in Dales arms.

Latina was so delicately light that I unintentionally let that out.

When they had first met he held onto a dangerous thought, but theres no reason to express it.

Nothing on her i guess we should hurry on back

After Dale quickly casted earth magic to confirm the direction, they hurriedly walked towards the district.

The district that Dale was currently using as a base was called Kreuz. Like its name says, its a little crooked but, this district which is in the shape of a cross, is a important position for the traffic from the harbour to the imperial city. As well as it being near a habitat zone for magical beasts, it is also a gathering zone for ruffians who survive with only their skill calling themselves adventurers.

A city where goods and people gather, second city of the country of Rabando. That is the district known as Kreuz.

That plot of lands properties as well as their tolerance for travellers are Kreuzs specialities.

Thus Kreuz became known for being composed of mainly travellers.

The district of Kreuz was being surrounded by a thick wall. There were gates at each of the compass direction, with guards stationed at each. Everyone pays a toll there so they can enter inside.

After seeing Dale, the guard, who was an acquaintance, made a face like Oh my.

Ahh What the? Whats wrong with that kid? Demon race

I took care of her in the forest. It seems like she was separated from her parents by death. Ive become her guardian, so theres no problem right?

Uh huh

The guard let Dale pass after just that, and focused on the next group.

The guards reaction was just as Dale expected. He knew that the reputation he had established had that level of power.

Leaving the southern gate, was the are where the common folk reside and the shops targeted at travellers were next to each other.

First of all we have no use for the noble district situated in the elevated areas of the north, nor the residential ward for the high class in the west. At most we might go to the east where the markets, shops and working class gather.

The country of Rabando, has established that Afumaru to be their god, which is why they value the colour red.

For example the walls of the buildings standing side by side, such as various colours painted with plaster and paint were peeling, revealing the gray stone walls, however almost all the roofs were vivid red.

Its been said that this is, a Shinto prayer for the sake of the building itself receiving gods protection, as well as an appeal to the gods who are in the High Heavens that their humble servants are right here.

If youre talking about the lower ends of town, the streets are full of energy.

In Dales arms was Latina who truly couldnt calm down, turning her gaze every here and there.

Well go see the streets next time alright?

*** Dale

Amongst the human race, the most spoken language is the one from the Western Continent thus it is a necessity, Dale thought as he continued with his strides.

He proceeded smoothly at his own pace.

Eventually Dales feet stopped, in front a single storey shop.

It was the shop which functions as both bar and inn known as the [Dancing Ocelot Pavilion].

When Dale turned around and headed for the back, he peeked into the shop from the rear entrance.

Ohh. Dale, youre back wait, what is that?

Well Ill into more detail later but I picked her up.

Kenneth who splendidly placed the finished dish onto a plate, made an even more troubled face at Dales response.

I any case, can i use the bath?

After receiving Kenneths consent, Dale opened the door on the small house provided opposite the back entrance.

There, stone tiles were spread around where a bathtub was installed.

Dale poured his magic power into the heat and water Magic tool next to the bathtub. While confirming the temperature, he filled the bathtub with hot water

The bathing area of The Dancing Ocelots, was a place for adventurers where, regardless of when they come back from their requests, could use the hot water. Similar to Dale from a few days back, the number of adventurers returning in critical conditions isnt low.

Dale took off his coat, and after placing his sword, gauntlets, and other belongings to the side, called for Latina.

After some beckoning, Latina stood next to Dale.

When Dale was trying to help take Latinas clothes off, she resisted at first.

Ah Shes a girl, just as i thought

He thought it was something like that from the voice and clothes, but couldnt come to a conclusion until he had confidence. He rinses her hair and pathetic, bony body with hot water. The water in the bathtub immediately becomes completely black.

The bath bubbled up once the soap was added to the tub. And along with Latinas dirts and oils, he washes her hair thats become like a rope.

Making another bath, while Dale was washing Latinas hair, he suddenly realises.

(Huh? This kid, ehh. doesnt she have the qualities of a beauty?)

Latinas hair, which was watched countless times, recovered a silver radiance.

Her ribcage was sticking out, she pitifully lost weight but, thatll likely recover from here on out. The demon race, was originally a tenacious type of race after all.

Because her face appears worn out too, only her eyes were standing out right now but, Latinas facial features which had the dirt cleaned off was quite arranged. Her cheeks had a trace of roundness, once her complexion is better shell probably become a charming little girl.

(Ahh this, itll be bad to wake up to, its becoming even harder now to find a reason to throw her away.)

For those who think about children in the wrong way, she would be a considerable trophy.

(I decided to be involved but am I prepared for it?)

Dale muttered that in his heart.