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Vol 19 Chapter 4
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Chapter 4 – Pent’s Feelings
I was a little confused by the delicate issue of what to wear when receiving a divine oracle from the gods, but I took the lead among the members and was able to receive my reward without incident. My reward was something like a shoulder massage ticket, so I feel like I got off cheap, but I think the opportunity to bathe with the goddess is priceless.
“Rimu, let’s pray in front of the statue of Creator God-sama.”
“Pray?”
Hmm. Rimu is smart, cute, strong, and the best, but he doesn’t really understand things like prayer or religion.
When I meet the gods, I’m alone, and otherwise, I rarely go to church, so it’s not surprising.
“Well, you go to the statue of God and thank him for his help. Then God will give you a reward, so you say ‘thank you’ again and go back. Can you do that?”
“…I can.”
“Good boy, Rimu. Now go ahead.”
“Yes.”
Rimu goes to the statue of God. His cute appearance makes me a little apprehensive about sending him on his first errand, but I’ll watch over him with a firm attitude. Well, Rimu is stronger than I am.
“Pent. After Rimu, it’s Pent’s turn, so let’s take a look together. You’ll learn how to do it, too.”
When I spoke to Pent, who was standing nearby, he nodded while hissing.
He’s grown a lot, and his level has gone up, so he’s smart too. If Rimu can show him how to pray, he’ll be able to do it properly.
Rimu stopped in front of the statue and didn’t move. I see; I’ve seen Claretta-san pray, but is that how slimes pray?
It’s a little surreal.
Rimu isn’t a sacrifice, you know?
A warm light enveloped Rimu. I see, so that’s what it looks like when you receive a divine oracle or blessing. It glows for a while, so does it glow when you receive a blessing?
After he finished his prayer, Rimu came toward me slowly and steadily.
Rimu can move quickly and jump around, and he can even fly with his wings, but he usually prefers to move slowly and stay on the ground.
The only time he jumps around quickly is when he’s eating. Well, that’s okay because he’s cute.
“Rimu, did you pray well?”
“I did. I was praised.”
It seems that he was praised by God.
“That’s great, Rimu. Let’s check your status.”
“Okay.”
What kind of blessing did Rimu receive from the gods?
Hmm? The blessing of the Holy God (very small)?
Does this mean that Rimu received very little of the Holy God-sama’s blessing? The reason it’s so small is probably because it’s bound by the rules of the gods. If he were any bigger, it would be a violation of the rules.
I’ve only ever greeted Holy God-sama.
I think he was a gentle old man who kept his distance from the physically active gods.
The effect of Holy God-sama’s blessing (very small) is… I guess it’s like when you get a little better at handling holy attributes, the effects of the attributes also increase a little. It’s like Holy God-sama gave Rimu something blessed.
I wonder how much “a little” is, but I’ve heard that they can only give out pathetic things, so I guess I can’t expect much.
“Wataru, how was it?”
While I was thinking about the blessing Rimu had received, the women had gathered around, looking very interested.
“Let’s see, what Rimu received was a very small blessing from the Holy God-sama.”
“Wow, how wonderful!”
Oh, Claretta-san lost her cool.
“Claretta, please calm down. Even if it is a blessing, it is a very small one, so you can’t expect it to have much effect.”
“What are you talking about? Receiving a blessing from the gods is something that only happens in history! Even if it is small, it is a wonderful proof that the gods have recognized you! Besides, the Holy God-sama is a great god who is said to be a retainer god of the God of Light-sama!”
Listening to the excited Claretta-san, it seems that there is a big difference in perception between humans and God.
…Could it be that since the ban on interference from the lower world, blessings have become a violation of the rules, and they are no longer given unless something extraordinary happens?
But from the gods’ point of view, a small blessing is just a bonus that doesn’t violate the rules. But from a human’s point of view, even though it’s tiny, it’s a blessing from the gods that rarely happens, so it’s an accomplishment that would make Claretta-san go crazy with joy.
…The difference in perception is frightening. Well, since the positions of the gods and humans are very different, there are bound to be misunderstandings like this.
If I hide my status, it won’t be such a problem, and if I’m happy that the reward was worth more than I thought… is that okay?
Well, basically, my ship is the activity area, so I can do whatever I want.
But what are the ‘Retainer Gods’? I’ve never heard of them, but is there such a thing as a god’s rank?
From the way the gods behave on the luxury liner, there doesn’t seem to be much of a hierarchy between them, except for Creator God-sama, but is that just a difference in how humans and gods perceive things?
For now, I’ll just continue to pet Rimu.
“Speaking of which, what kind of blessing did Wataru receive? Perhaps the blessing of Creator God-sama?”
While I was imagining the hierarchy of the gods, Alessia-san asked me an unnecessary question.
Wait, can’t I say that I got a ticket to bathe with the goddess in a micro bikini?
“I’m sorry, I really want to talk to you, but we can’t keep the gods waiting. Pent, it’s time for you to pray.”
For now, I’ll just make up a story about Pent praying. What should I do? Should I lie and say that I got a blessing from the Creator God-sama?
It seems like it’s going to get complicated later.
If I lie here, I think I’ll have to prove that I have Creator God-sama’s blessing in terms of religion.
I’ll just try to fake it somehow.
I think about how to fake it while I see Pent off.
…I don’t know. I’ll just play it as it comes. For now, I’ll just concentrate on Pent’s prayer.
Pent moves smoothly in front of the statue of the God, curls up and bows his head. His body has grown to a certain extent, but his movements still look a bit childish.
Come to think of it, the adult sea serpent was much larger than Pent is now. He hasn’t been born that long, and even though he has grown a little, he is still a child.
I watched Pent closely, and he started to move. Huh? He hasn’t been wrapped in light yet, so has he failed in his prayer?
“…Pray…”
A thought flies from Pent, who has returned to my side.
“Well, I guess I should pray, right?”
Could it be that he didn’t understand what God said?
“…Yes…”
I don’t really understand, but it seems like I should pray. I go to the statue of God and pray.
“It has been a long time since I beat up the Creator God. I’m grateful to you, Wataru.”
As I prayed, the voice of Sea God-sama echoed in my mind. It seems that the God who rewards Pent is the Sea God-sama. Is it because of the connection with the sea?
“Sea God-sama, it’s been a long time. Was there something wrong with Pent’s prayer?
Maybe it was too soon for Pent to deal with the gods. If it offended them, it would be my role as Pent’s master to apologize. I’m afraid.
“No, the little one made no mistakes. He just asked for a rather difficult favor.”
The words of Sea God-sama, who seemed troubled but also somewhat amused, reached my mind.
“Well, I’m not really sure, but Pent made a request to the Sea God-sama?”
We were just supposed to get a reward from the God… is that a bit inappropriate?
It’s not good to make requests to the gods… well, I make all kinds of shameless requests… but hey, has Pent become like me?
“Hmm. He asked for a cute favor with all his might. It seems that the little one is sad that his time with you people is decreasing as he gets bigger. He asked to make himself smaller, but giving him that much ability would be beyond the limit.”
Not good. I’m going to cry.
I thought I was being considerate because he’s gotten bigger and he’s not good on land, but it seems I’ve made him feel lonely.
I’m mostly disqualified.
“I am sorry, Sea God-sama. If it’s possible, I’d like to grant Pent’s wish.”
I can’t let Sea God-sama break the rules, but the fact that I was called here means that there must be a way.
Maybe I should give up my reward and give Pent the reward for two people? If that’s the case, I can’t help but give it up with a heavy heart.
I’ll probably cry my eyes out, but when I think about how lonely Pent must feel, I can bear it… I’d like to keep at least one ticket each, but I can bear it. I’ll definitely cry, though.
“Hmm. I can see how you feel, but there is a way.”
Please ignore this desperation.
“I beg you.”
“First, let Annemarie go home to the Queen. They both work hard, but mother and daughter should see each other from time to time.”
Hmm? I think the conversation suddenly took a turn. But, well, there is no reason to oppose little Princess Annemarie’s return home.
“I understand.”
“So, what are you going to do to help the Mermaid Kingdom?”
“Um, Sea God-sama, what about Pent?”
That’s completely off-topic, isn’t it? I know he’s a caring god, but I want him to think about Pent right now.
“Well, don’t be impatient. There are sacred treasures in the Mermaid Kingdom that I gave them.”
…There are other sacred treasures besides the Sea God-sama’s sacred treasure and the sacred treasure of the ring that transforms into a mermaid?
“Originally, these were sacred treasures used to shrink the friends of large mermaids, such as whales and dolphins, so there are a reasonable number of them. If they can be of use to the Mermaid Kingdom, I will allow them to be given to you.”
When the Sea God-sama was still able to interfere with the lower world, I can easily imagine a scene where the mermaids would ask to invite their friends to their homes, and the Sea God-sama would readily give them the sacred treasure.
Well, if it means that Pent won’t be lonely, then I will be grateful and thankful.
“Thank you, Sea God-sama.”
When I get back, I’ll pick up Princess Annemarie and go to the Mermaid Kingdom. I’m also curious to see what happened to the Mermaid Kingdom, and that sounds like fun.
“Hmm. Oh, I’ll give him a reward, so let the little one pray again.”
“What? Isn’t the reward to get the sacred treasure?”
“Hmm? That was just advice. Don’t worry, I won’t be stingy with the reward.”
I don’t know, but I feel like it’s a bit presumptuous to think like that when receiving a reward, but I think the Sea God-sama needs to be a bit stricter.
“Thank you.”
I won’t say it, though.
Pent also prayed again and successfully received Sea God-sama’s blessing (very small). I also found out how to make his body smaller, so this was a great opportunity for Pent.
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