I'm a Goddess to Be Devoured by the Protagonist - Chapter 30

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Episode 30
This dungeon was, in simple terms, a Jump Map. Here, a Jump Map referred to a location that required repeatedly jumping to clear.
—Aaaahhh!
Toing~
Someone fell from the sky. Fortunately, Toing Mushrooms were scattered everywhere, so there were no injuries.
Upon seeing the fallen person, a familiar voice seemed to echo from somewhere.
‘Primordial Village! I’ve finally arrived, Pika—chu! Pika—pika!’
—Should I climb over there?
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—Understood.
Sirius fell several times at first. The Jump Map, which he was encountering for what was likely the first time in his life, proved no simple challenge for him either.
But he had a skill. He stepped on mushrooms and supplemented his movement with the Wing Flapping Skill, increasing the precision of where his feet landed.
—Is that an angel?
No. That is a Rare Species called Sirius.
The onlookers gaped in amazement at Sirius, who wielded such a graceful skill.
In the meantime, Sirius climbed swiftly to the summit.
—I have to admit, that’s enviable.
An adventurer who had barely failed to reach the top spoke with a voice tinged with longing.
Before Sirius gleamed a Golden Deer Rump Mushroom, shimmering invitingly.
As if urging him to take it at once.
Sirius obliged, plucking the mushroom.
And he did not descend immediately. Beyond the resilient mushrooms below and the Golden Deer Rump Mushroom, there were many others growing here.
We had come to this place because we needed one particular mushroom.
Its name was the Bubble Bubble Mushroom. Shortened, it became the “Bubble” mushroom.
In the original work, it was the mushroom that villains were said to have harvested here—a detail that left readers of “This Journey” disappointed.
Of course, I would take the Golden Deer Rump Mushroom as well.
To use as a restorative tonic.
Sirius scanned his surroundings. He was searching for a mushroom matching the characteristics I had written in the mission.
Fortunately, it was not difficult to find. There was something like blue foam on one of the trees.
—Is this the mushroom in question?
[‘The Audient Who Draws Diagonals’ confirms affirmatively.]
Sirius carefully harvested the Bubble Bubble Mushroom and placed it in his Inventory.
There we go! Now I can prepare for what’s to come in the future.
But Sirius’s actions did not end there. He also harvested the cute and charming mushroom beside it that looked unmistakably like a Poison Mushroom, placing it too in his Inventory.
[‘The Audient Who Draws Diagonals’ raises doubts about your actions.]
—It may be needed at some point.
What use could a Poison Mushroom possibly have? Only one: feeding it to someone.
I could only hope there would be no such need.
Toing~
Descending from the summit proved painless. The ground below remained carpeted with Toing Mushrooms.
The mushrooms were so resilient that he could leap down directly from above without harm.
—Hey, won’t you sell me that Deer Rump Mushroom?
—Out of my way! Sell it to me! I’ll pay double what that guy offers!
—Handsome! Give me that mushroom!
As Sirius descended from the summit, people crowded around him. The Golden Deer Rump Mushroom was tremendously popular.
They said that eating it was extraordinarily delicious, that the taste was unforgettable.
Perhaps I should have him eat it with Vega later.
Sirius managed to cut through the throng and exit the dungeon, though the crowd’s interest in the Golden Deer Rump Mushroom continued outside as well.
No way! Turn back! This is Sirius’s tonic!
Only when they arrived at the Inn did the mushroom-obsessed admirers finally fall from view.
That evening, Sirius and Vega enjoyed an excellent dinner prepared with the Golden Deer Rump Mushroom.
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Besides mushroom gathering, there was one more matter to attend to in this village.
Knights on horseback passed along the road. I deliberately positioned Sirius to cross their path.
—Excuse me, you there. Do you have a moment?
Upon spotting Sirius, one of the knights widened his eyes in disbelief before approaching and asking. His tone was remarkably courteous—more so than a noble typically showed to a commoner.
—I never imagined I’d encounter such beauty in a place like this.
It was because he had come face-to-face with the Rare Species known as Sirius.
—If you have time, could you lend me a hand?
—What task would you have me assist with?
My younger brother’s marriage is already arranged, and he thinks he can get married without even managing himself properly. I need to flatten that nose of his, so to speak. For that, I need someone like you. Well, a person of your caliber.
He trailed off upon seeing Sirius’s face. There was no need for further words—his features could be explained in a single phrase: strikingly handsome.
Of course. I can do far worse than flatten it. I could cave it in quite nicely, actually.
So here’s what I need: come to a party in two days. Arrive at our family’s Mansion during the day, and tell them that I, Regulus, extended the invitation. I’ll have you properly prepared for the occasion.
Understood, sir.
Regulus gave Sirius the location of his Mansion, and the two parted ways.
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You kept me from attending parties all this time just to bring some commoner along?
Don’t say it like that. This man is our guest.
Hmph. Some guest.
Regulus’s younger brother had a terrible disposition. He hurled insults at Sirius, whom he was meeting for the first time.
I had to hold myself back. The man across from me was nobility.
One misstep in a noble’s sight, and they send assassins. It happened exactly like that in <The Traversing Journey>.
I had to forcibly restrain my hand from sending a Mission.
This way, if you please.
The servant gestured politely to Sirius, who followed his lead into a chamber.
It was a dressing room. Beautiful garments hung in display all around.
The servant moved with practiced efficiency, selecting an outfit that suited Sirius and dressing him in it.
[‘The Wishful Listener Who Draws Angles’ marvels at this.]
The entire ensemble was white fabric with gold accents as the focal color—it suited Sirius extraordinarily well. It was a different impression entirely from the uniform he wore day-to-day.
The hair that normally covered his forehead was now swept back with elegant flair. He looked every inch the noble youth.
If Sirius had grown up without complications, this would be what he resembled.
How do I look?
Sirius asked from before the mirror. Since his eyes were gazing into empty space, it was clear he was speaking to me.
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I see.
Unfamiliar with his refined appearance, Sirius bent and straightened his arms several times experimentally.
Did you perhaps… see anything?
[ ( ᐛ )? ]
I mean, me. Without clothes.
What was he asking?
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I sent a head-shaking emoticon repeatedly. Throughout Sirius’s change of clothes, all I saw was white squares.
[‘The Wishful Listener Who Draws Angles’ assures you that such things are naturally obscured, so don’t worry.]
I understand.
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I couldn’t fathom why he’d suddenly asked such a question. Until now, he’d shown no concern for such matters.
Still, I’m relieved the misunderstanding has been cleared up.
Shall we go?
Sirius followed the servant’s lead once more.
I wondered where they were headed, but it turned out to be the front of the carriage house. There were two carriages in total; Regulus’s younger brother was already seated in the one in front.
Regulus was already inside the second carriage that Sirius was meant to board.
Oh, you were already striking, but dressed up like this you’re even more impressive! More noble-looking than I am, and I’m actual nobility!
Regulus gazed at Sirius and offered endless praise. I found myself silently nodding in agreement with his admiration.
The carriage came to a halt soon enough. The destination hadn’t been far.
Now all you need to do is enter the Party Venue with me.
The moment Sirius appeared at the Party Venue, the ladies’ eyes sparkled. They began to edge gradually toward him.
Regulus’s younger brother, needless to say, received no attention from anyone.
So he’s a commoner adventurer, they say.
Really? Not nobility?
Go talk to him!
Ugh, how embarrassing. You go first.
The ladies huddled and whispered among themselves, then pushed one of them forward.
Ahem. What’s your name?
Sirius, ma’am.
Where are you from?
-I come from a small, nameless village.
It was a lie, though—one that came from nowhere. Sirius had been born and raised in the Capital.
But he couldn’t very well tell them the truth.
-What do you like?
-……It’s a secret.
-Ooh! A secret~
The ladies gazed at Sirius as though he were some adorable rare creature. Regulus’s brother watched the spectacle unfold with an expression of utter disbelief.
-Ladies! I’m here too! Won’t you pay attention to me……!?
-Ugh! What’s that smell!
At someone’s remark, the ladies began to drift away from Regulus’s brother.
-A smell? That’s just my cologne!
-I don’t think that’s it…….
Someone had spoken the truth.
Regulus’s brother’s face flushed crimson, then pale. He seemed uncertain whether to scowl at the lady who’d spoken honestly or to shrink in shame at the realization of his own odor.

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