I Own A Brothel In Another World (Ch. 1-196)

Chapter 173 - The First Endurance Exam ❤

Back in a certain merchant's establishment...

After leaving Selina's, we slowly make our way through the streets while more actively looking around. It feels nice to be able to spot the change in people's behaviour, even if it's still minimal. Certainly, not everyone is happy about the new regulations, but what matters the most is that the previously oppressed side seems to have gotten better.

The road ahead is still incredibly long, but I ain't gonna lie, seeing your actions have a real impact on the world feels great.

I'm sure this has introduced a lot of new issues for Ross and plenty of other people, but there's no change without those. Someone will always be unhappy, even if just because things are getting different. Unfortunately, those people will have to deal with it. This time, the change is one of the best possible ones for everyone and their future.

Soon enough, our beautiful mansion enters our sight. From the outside, nothing much has changed in our absence. I don't recognize some of the flower and hedge formations in the front yard, but that's a minor thing. Plus, it's certainly not anything negative. It's a breath of fresh air instead. And seeing what kind of creative things our resident gardeners tend to come up with is always a pleasure.

Nevertheless, even though the manor itself doesn't look any different, it's more than obvious that the same thing can't be said about the inside. And by inside, I don't exactly mean the interiors but things my smart wives and other women in charge came up with in recent weeks.

There has been not a single time that I returned without some kind of a surprise awaiting me. Having in mind how many things we discussed before this campaign, there's no doubt that everyone went out of their way not just to fulfil all the goals they have set for themselves on that day but even to go a step ahead.

It's not just Siriga who is a workaholic. Somehow, when it comes to most of the girls living in the mansion, they turn into overachievers whenever they are doing anything for our little family. Or me specifically. I basically gave up on talking them out of it.

So, as we pass the luxurious gate and stroll down the paved path leading to the beautiful fountain statue before the entrance, I can't help but grow anxious. But, the good anxious. I'm partially excited, partially scared to learn what awaits me on the other side of the doors. I could technically prod the entire mansion for any surprises or ask anyone whose mind I can connect to, but that's rude and something I promised myself not to do.

Well, maybe this time it won't be anything much. That would be an unexpected surprise on its own. Having in mind how many scheming and teasing minxes joined our ranks recently, it's certainly a possibility.

Stopping in front of the main entrance, I take one more glance at my jelly companions and my aquatic mate, not finding any peculiarities in their expressions. Without further ado, I open the doors and step inside.

"Congratulations on the successful accomplishment of your mission and safe return, Leader!"

A chorus of voices instantly echoes around the entire reception hall and I flinch involuntarily. It's not some soft and sweet greeting but a mighty, thunderous exclamation that shakes the very air hanging in the spacious chamber. Almost like a hundred knights addressing the return of their general or king.

And, it actually doesn't look to be that far from it.

After the initial shock, getting stuck from the sudden yelling right at the doorstep, I take a glance at the source of the commotion and find two rows of figures dressed in matching armour and outfits. About a dozen people stand on both sides of the welcoming carpet with their backs straight, hands joined behind their waists, faces directed straight ahead, and generally holding themselves like some kind of valorous knightly order. Not a single person makes a move.