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Death’s Daughter Chapter 109

Author: “FoodLovingPanda”

CHAPTER 109: NEGOTIATIONS

The outright refusal left all of them speechless and frozen in place. Something like this must be outrageous to even think about, especially since all the girls present were most likely begging Banbo to be added to his party and fawning over him all the time.

“What do you mean ‘no thanks’? Don’t you know already that I am the only A-rank adventurer in this area? Every single girl wants to be in my party. Even guys want to, although I don’t allow them.”

“Sorry, but I am a solo player. Also, getting A-rank is not that special to me. If I put in the effort, I could probably reach that within a week or two. So flashing your rank in front of me is useless.”

I do not know actually how long it would take me to reach A-rank, but if I visit all the towns and actively search for B and A rank requests, two weeks is realistic prediction. But I am in no hurry, so reaching it whenever is good as well. I have my whole life to pursue the promotion. I tried to leave once again, but just as before my path got blocked.

“I refuse to believe that you do not want to join me! Come with me on an A-rank quest and I will show you the might one person can have as a great adventurer.”

“I am still C-rank, I can’t accept A-rank requests.”

“You will be able to, if you are with me. Take it as a trial and decide later. If we complete it, you will have one completed A-rank request for your promotion.”

Now this is an interesting offer. The fact that I could get a free A-rank request and later use it to shorten the time for promotion is really tempting a deal. This person is finally speaking some sense.

“Okay, I will tag along with you. Do you already have a request wanting to be done, or are you planning to accept one soon?”

“Girls we did it, please give Naoko-chan a warm welcome. Tonight we will be throwing a party, so go and get her ready. There is no way a girl should be wearing such crude clothes.”

What the… it is not even noon yet and I still have reading to do. I also don’t have to get ready for anything and I definitely didn’t agree to join permanently. I only agreed for collaboration on a request. He also didn’t answer my question.

His party of dozens of women grabbed me and dragged me away, before I could voice out a single complaint. I felt completely helpless with all these girls around me. It was only later that night that I realized I could have used space magic to get away from everyone.

“Naoko-chan it must have been terrible going on all those requests and facing all the dangers alone.”

“Not at all.”

“Don’t worry, now that you are with Banbo-sama he will take good care of you and protect you. You will no longer have to fight. Isn’t that right girls?”

“Yes, true! Yes!”

“No, I don’t think that is what I…”

“Naoko-chan, just relax, we will prepare everything, you just need to stay calm.”

It was useless, they weren’t listening to me at all. No matter what I said, they kept on talking whatever they thought. Honestly what is the point in being an adventurer if you don’t experience any thrill and danger? Since they don’t want to fight they should have chosen a different career.

First I was dragged to the public bath where they made sure to scrub every single bit of my skin. Afterwards at the tailor’s, I felt like I was their doll to play with. Even at the restaurant they tried to feed me, but luckily I avoided that. And finally they dragged me to the place where they were staying at.

“Uwah, I saw it before, but I can’t help but admire how slender you are Naoko-chan. You should eat more or else you won’t be able to grow up big and strong like us. Come on, call me Onee-chan.”

How can they be so shameless? I am not some brat for heaven’s sake, so stop treating me like one. I tried to tell them several times, but all of their fussing I can’t speak out more than two words before being interrupted.

“I’ll do her hair, others need to paint her nails and dress her up. Also we need to do something about her hideous scar. I don’t want it to be seen at all.”

At this moment I truly became their doll. Twice I tried to escape and twice I failed. I gave up all hope and just allowed them to do whatever they needed to do. By the time it was over I was more exhausted then when I was fighting with monsters for days.

“Are you done? Can I go home now?”

“What are you talking about? The real fun is only starting now.”

Taking me by the arms, I was led by two girls from the house we were at towards the mansion down the street. Even before reaching the doors, I could hear the music coming from inside. How the hell were they able to organize all this in a single afternoon? I don’t know if I should be impressed or scared.

“Welcome my dearests, enjoy yourselves. Naoko-chan, please join me so I can introduce you to everyone here.”

Heaving a sigh I went over to where Banbo-san was. I should probably leave this place now that I am not locked down by the harem members, but the A-rank quest is really tempting to me. I just need to focus on that goal

“Naoko-chan tonight many people will come and visit. Even the Earl himself said so, but don’t worry, nobody will dare do anything to you. Just stay close to me and you will be able to make some good connections. You may not know this, but I hold a special title as an honorary noble.”

Meh, only an honorary noble title, he can’t even pass it down on his son. I already outrank him in a way he can’t even fanthom and here he is acting like he’s above me. But if the Earl is coming then I could use that to my advantage.

“Banbo-san, about the A-rank mission, can you tell me which one are you planning to take and when will you set out? I don’t really like surprises especially not ones where I might end up paying with my life.”

“That is unimportant right now. Tonight you are the star of the show and I want everyone to get to know you so how about a little game?”

I have a bad feeling about this.

“Actually, I don’t…”

“My dearest ladies and friends, here with me I have our newest addition, little Naoko-chan. I suggest we play a game of “I can guess” so give a round of applause for Naoko!”

Why does this keep happening?