Don’t Look for the Resurrected Villainess - Chapter 9

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Chapter 9

Well, from the Eagle’s perspective, it would be just a monster’s bite-sized snack, so we couldn’t become friends.

That Wyvern calling me sworn brother was just a strange case. Even if I knew other monsters, it was questionable whether they’d obediently help me like the Wyvern did.

I couldn’t trust any humans, so animals were indeed the best option. I should first decide on a definite destination, then inquire about animals that might be able to help.

I spread out the map for now. Deciding on a destination wasn’t difficult. I just had to aim for the most distant and secluded place possible.

But the problem was how to get there. Looking at the nearby geography, the vast majority was mountain ranges.

“To make contact with animals, I’ll have to enter the mountains first.”

I’d inevitably have to camp out. Then I couldn’t ignore the danger that would come to me if I failed to persuade wild animals in the mountains.

Just because communication was possible didn’t guarantee all animals would help me.

In the end, it meant I had to bring along minimal equipment to protect my safety.

“Would there be a magic tool shop in a countryside like this…?”

I thought money could solve everything, but when there’s nothing to buy with money, this becomes a problem too.

If only I hadn’t thrown away my bag due to the Holy Knights’ search in the previous city, the situation would have been better.

[Anelli, I have to go now. My children will be waiting.]

“Ah, I see.”

I was already feeling lost, and hearing that the Eagle was leaving made me even more troubled. I smiled and saw the Eagle off for now.

In densely wooded areas, it wouldn’t be easy to receive the Eagle’s help anyway, so there’d be no point in traveling together.

[I’ll introduce you to my children later! Anelli is my friend, after all.]

“Yes. Take good care of the children.”

I wonder when we’ll ever meet again… I gazed up at the Eagle soaring into the high sky.

I stood there blankly watching the Eagle’s retreating figure until it became a dot, then finally turned around.

I’m hungry. Even in a small rural village, there should be a restaurant, right?

It looked so shabby that I could hardly believe it was a restaurant and almost passed by.

If not for the bustling sounds and delicious food aromas coming from beyond the slightly open door, I wouldn’t have given it a second glance. After hesitating briefly, I boldly opened the door.

Along with food aromas came a mixture of all kinds of sweat and body odors rushing at me. The interior seemed poorly ventilated, with quite stuffy and hot air.

I knew I wasn’t in a position to complain about such things, but it was nauseating enough to make me forget my rising hunger.

The restaurants I frequented in the big city weren’t this bad. Come to think of it, those places catered to numerous tourists, so they had to be good.

This was truly an unexpected obstacle. Without realizing it, I was standing there covering my nose when I made eye contact with a server hurriedly passing by with food dishes.

I quickly lowered my hand, but it seemed they’d already seen my action. Judging by how they coldly turned their back without any greeting.

It was true that my rudeness was significant, having entered a restaurant and covered my nose. I couldn’t blame that person’s unfriendliness.

I looked around for an empty seat. About a dozen people were sitting close enough for their shoulders to touch at long wooden tables. From what I could tell, it seemed I’d have to share a table.

I’d face even worse situations in the future, so naturally I had to get used to this.

Ah, I still needed time. Neither when I was at the Temple nor when I left the Temple and went from lodging to lodging had I ever eaten at a restaurant like this.

“Excuse me, could I possibly get food to take away?”

I asked this thinking it would be better to eat alone in my cramped inn room. At least I could prevent the mishap of getting indigestion or being unable to overcome nausea and vomiting while eating.

“Take away?”

The staff member let out a hollow laugh as if they’d heard something ridiculous.

“I don’t know where you’re from, noble lady, but we don’t do that here.”

They didn’t even hide their mocking expression. While calling me a noble lady with words, they clearly didn’t feel the need to treat me as such.

It was probably because I was alone. If I were truly noble, I wouldn’t be wandering around alone like this.

“Then is there a bakery nearby…?”

“The neighborhood is small, so you won’t need directions. But even if you go to the bakery, would you be able to eat there? Flies get mixed into the dough there.”

Should I just go hungry?

I was seriously considering this when I noticed several farmers sitting inside the restaurant looking this way and whispering among themselves.

At the same time, I turned around without any greeting. I immediately rushed out of the restaurant and walked aimlessly down the street, hearing multiple footsteps behind me.

I tried to ignore them and quickened my pace, but I was soon caught up.

“Excuse me, wait a moment.”

“Why are you in such a hurry?”

There was a hint of laughter in the rough shout. Gritting my teeth, I turned to face them with feigned composure.

How much would it take to appease them? As I narrowed my eyes and scanned their faces, they frowned.

“You’re a young lady who really doesn’t suit this countryside.”

“If we escort her home, could we get a reward?”

“No matter how you look at it, her attitude screams wanted criminal, doesn’t it?”

My mouth went dry at their whispered words. It was fortunate they didn’t recognize my face right away, but at this rate, they might inquire about wanted posters and try to compare faces.

“My circumstances are none of your concern. Go on your way.”

“None of our concern? A person like you is a walking money bag, guaranteed.”

“Right, right. This good opportunity…”

The farmer couldn’t continue his words. It was because of a pitch-black shadow that suddenly jumped in. The thing that silently and swiftly leaped between me and the farmers was a large gray wolf.

“Ugh, what kind of beast is this?”

“It’s a wolf, isn’t it?”

Startled by the threatening presence of the wolf baring its teeth and growling, the farmers hesitated and stepped back. Of course, I was also frozen in surprise.

[Multiple individuals bullying one person! You can’t mistreat your own kind!]

I was surprised by the wolf’s incredibly righteous cry.

“Q-quickly call the vigilante group!”

“A wolf has come down to the village!”

The farmers who had been awkwardly keeping their distance seemed to realize the wolf wasn’t about to attack them immediately, and hurriedly turned and started running.

The wolf that had been glaring at them as they ran breathlessly turned its head toward me. Its black pupils held the wildness of nature.

The wolf bared its teeth.

[It’s dangerous to stray from the pack. Where is your leader?]

Oh, what an unexpected windfall. A righteous wolf!

Just as I was trying to suppress my inwardly surging excitement at this unexpected good fortune and was about to open my lips.

“Geez, I told you not to charge in recklessly!”

[I don’t deal with cowardly and weak males.]

Someone suddenly appeared in my field of vision. Tall with a slender build, he immediately bowed his head to me in apology.

“You must have been very startled, right? I’m sorry!”

Thanks to this, the first thing that caught my eye was his disheveled red hair. As if revealing he was living a wandering life, white dust was coating his wavy hair.

Perhaps expecting that I’d been frightened, he hurriedly rattled off excuses.

“I’m truly sorry. Don’t be alarmed, he looks a bit fierce but he doesn’t bite.”

He showed a harmless smile as if trying to reassure me.

Through his long bangs, I caught glimpses of vivid golden eyes appearing and disappearing. They seemed round yet with slightly upturned corners, just like cat eyes.

It was cat-like, but somehow felt gentle, like a dog-like cat, should I say?

…It felt like an insult, but there was no more fitting expression. With his shabby appearance added to it, he really gave off the vibe of a dog-like stray cat.

[To try to ignore a fellow creature’s danger. At this rate, you’ll never become a leader!]

“Hey, this person was startled!”

[Let go of me! You weak one! When will you finally grow into a proper male!]

“Don’t worry, he’s currently well-fed. He’s just acting up because he’s startled by the commotion.”

[To think such a weak male is in my pack! How shameful!]

I watched the wolf shaking its head wildly and the man who, despite being swayed by that force, was steadfastly holding onto the wolf’s head.

This man was the wolf’s guardian… or owner or subordinate, I wasn’t sure, but they were clearly companions.

And it seemed they definitely couldn’t communicate at all.

“You can let go of that hand.”

The man who had been swaying while clinging to the wolf looked up at me with difficulty. It didn’t seem like holding on like that would stop anything anyway.

“I’m not frightened. Thanks to that wolf, I avoided a dangerous situation.”

“…I-Is that so?”

[Foolish one! Haven’t you completely disheveled my fur!]

When the man let go, the wolf shook its body vigorously. Ah, I really want that wolf.

“You don’t seem to be a local resident…”

Unable to take my eyes off the wolf, I casually brought up the topic. Since it wouldn’t be good to let the man know I could communicate with the wolf, I wanted to create a situation where we could be alone if possible.

To do that, I’d have to get rid of this man first.

“Ah, yes. I’m just an ordinary adventurer.”

“Won’t you sell this wolf to me?”

“Pardon?”

The man, startled by my proposal, widened his eyes in surprise. I smiled at him and spoke in a deliberately generous tone.

“I really need such a brave wolf. I’ll pay whatever price you name.”

The man who had been looking at me with bewildered eyes gave an awkward laugh and glanced at the wolf.

“I’m sorry, but he’s not for sale.”

“I have the ability to pay whatever amount you ask.”

“No matter how much you offer, I won’t sell him.”

The man’s voice as he answered was quite firm. After frowning and staring at the man for a moment, I decided to change my target. Making direct eye contact with the wolf, I spoke to him kindly.

“I like you. Come with me. I’ll make sure you get fresh raw meat to eat every day.”

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