Danmachi Short stories

Zeus and Hera (Part 24)

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As Meteria led Bell inside the grand manor, they swiftly moved through the lavishly decorated corridors until they reached the hall inside the manor. The moment they stepped in, Bell's eyes widened at the sight before him, a sea of people, all dressed in various different garments that  lit the soft glow of the chandeliers.

The hum of conversation filled the air, but as they entered, the room seemed to subtly shift. A wave of curious glances turned toward Bell, accompanied by the occasional darting glance from the elegantly dressed women. As they saw who it was the entered, many of them quickly walked over to Bell and Meteria who was behind him.

"How did it go, young master? Did you show those girls from the Astrea Familia how we do things here in the Hera Familia?"

One of the women called out, her voice playful but filled with genuine curiosity.

Bell: *Smile* They taught me a lot!

Another woman leaned forward, her brows knitting with concern. 

"Please tell me you weren't hurt?" 

She asked, her tone edged with worry.

Bell shook his head quickly, eager to reassure her.

Bell: No, I was really careful! And I remembered everything that Papa, Galatea-nee, and Aunty taught me!

A chorus of relieved chuckles and affectionate giggles rippled through the crowd. 

"Ehehehe! I'm glad to hear that!" 

The woman replied, a warm smile spreading across her face.

But as more people began to gather around Bell, their excitement growing, Meteria sensed the crowd's energy becoming overwhelming. With a swift, graceful movement, she stepped forward and gently lifted Bell into her arms.

Meteria: Sorry, ladies, but Bell has somewhere to be.

She offered a polite but firm smile, her tone calm as she spoke. Meteria held Bell close, her arms gently wrapping around him as she began to move away, her posture shielding him from the eager crowd with a quiet confidence.

"Aww, already? Let us spend a little more time with Bell!" 

One of the women called out, her voice tinged with disappointment.

"Yeah! We hardly get to see the young master anymore. Please!" 

Another chimed in, a pleading note in her voice.

Meteria paused for a moment and turned her head back, a soft chuckle escaping her lips. 

Meteria: *Chuckle* Some other time, ladies. You'll get your chance.

She continued on her way, leaving behind a group of women with pouty expressions and murmurs of disappointment, their eyes following Bell until he disappeared from view.

"Mou so unfair"

One muttered under her breath.

"I wanted to at least hug him"