I’m an Appraiser, But What the Heck is a [Divine Eye]? ~I Want to Live Freely as the World’s Best Beginner Class~ - Episode 252: Hot Springs, Hospitality, and Trouble 50

Episode 252: Hot Springs, Hospitality, and Trouble 50

The sounds of battle that had echoed outside the walls left the citizens of Granzawall buzzing with speculation. 

When Alicia appeared to announce that the issue had been resolved, they all calmly returned to their daily lives as if nothing had happened. 

Watching this, Akagi gave a playful whistle. 

Oddly, it didn’t feel unpleasant; it was clear that this was her way of showing appreciation. 

………So this is what she’s really like. 

“Hey, Mihiro~? What are you staring at~?” 

“I was just surprised by how different your personality is from what I expected.” 

“Different how~?” 

“Shy and a little bashful?” 

“…How about I sock you one, just once~?” 

“Why?! No way that’s okay!” 

“Haha! I’m kidding, obviously~!” 

Yeah, no, not funny—just one punch would be the end of me! 

As Akagi laughed brightly, she seemed to be fitting in here seamlessly. 

Alicia didn’t seem particularly concerned, but there was one person who couldn’t let it go. 

“…Hey, handsome over there~? You’ve been glaring at me this whole time. What’s the deal~?” 

“Hmph!” 

It was Vil-san. 

It seemed he was still upset about the killing intent Akagi had directed at Alicia earlier. 

While his anger was understandable—his loyalty to Alicia was unwavering—getting worked up when his master had already forgiven the matter felt out of line. 

Alicia gave him a slightly exasperated look, while Ryan-san stood beside her with an apologetic expression. 

…………..Vil-san’s definitely getting a lecture for this later. 

“This is my residence.” 

“Oh~. Not bad for a manor~.” 

“Did you have a larger one, Akagi-san?” 

“Of course not~. I was just assigned a room inside the castle~.” 

Akagi strolled into the grounds with an air of entitlement. It prompted Vil-san to try and speak up again. But Ryan-san grabbed and tugged his ear before he could. 

“Ow, ow, ow!?” 

“You need to cool your head a bit. Alicia-sama, I’ll take him back to the barracks for now.” 

“Thank you, Ryan-san.” 

“Hold on, Captain! What about Alicia-sama’s protection?!” 

“Haruka-sama and her team are here for that. Now, excuse us.” 

“Fine! I get it, just let go of my ear, Captain!” 

With Vil-san’s ear firmly in Ryan-san’s grasp, the two left the manor grounds. We followed shortly after. 

“—Oh? That was quick. Welcome back.” 

“…Huh?” 

Glenn greeted us upon our arrival. But for some reason, Akagi let out a startled cry. 

Her expression…….. hmm, it’s like she’s suddenly a blushing maiden or something. 

“And who might this be?” 

“Um, well, I-I’m Akagi Ena…” 

“Akagi, Ena…….. Oh! Wait, but if you’re here, that means…” 

“W-We made up! I’ll be in your care from now on!” 

““““““…Ehhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!?”””””” 

This abrupt change in demeanor left us all dumbfounded and exasperated. 

Completely unaware of our reactions, Akagi seemed entirely preoccupied with Glenn. 

“Great! If you’ve reconciled, will you be discussing something now? I’ll prepare some tea, so please wait. Sister, could you show Akagi-san around?” 

“P-Pleased to meet you, Sister!” 

“Wha!? Since when am I your sister!?” 

“From now on! Let’s go!” 

“Uh, wait—someone help me! Maki-san, everyone!” 

With a sparkling smile, Akagi grabbed Alicia’s arm. And Alicia turned to us for help. 

…….Sorry, Alicia. I can’t do anything. 

And judging by everyone else’s silence, no one else is planning to, either. 

…….Good luck, Alicia.