Danmachi Short stories

Orario's idol challenge (Part 1)

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In the dimly lit chamber beneath the Guild, the ancient god Ouranos listened intently as Fels concluded his report. The skeleton mage spoke with a sense of urgency, but also... Hesitation.

Fels: *Cough* Given the unrest in the city, I believe I've found a way to help calm the citizens' growing concerns.

Ouranos: And what is this... Idea of yours, Fels?

There was a short pause as Fels hesitated to say what was in his mind. 

Fels: An idol group...

Fels said after a short pause.

Ouranos: Pardon?

A few days later, rumors of Orario's first ever idol group began to spread like wildfire. Inside the Guild Hall, Bell stood frozen in place, his wide eyes glued to the bulletin board. His jaw hung slack in disbelief.

Bell: *Shocked* W-Why am I signed up for this...

His name, unmistakable and bold, sat on the list of those registered for Orario's inaugural idol auditions. The paper almost mocked him with its existence.

Next to him, Lili sighed before giving him a few comforting pats on the back, trying to ease his obvious distress.

Lili: It's because Hestia-sama thought it'd be a great idea for you to show Orario your charming side.

Her voice dropped into a sarcastic grumble as she mimicked Hestia's enthusiastic tone.

Before Bell could even process Lili's words, an arm suddenly wrapped around his shoulders. Startled, he turned toward the familiar voice, eyes wide.

???: Argonaut! Why do you look so nervous? This is exciting!

Lili: Ah! It's one of Loki-sama's weird Amazoness!

She shouted in a scare.

Bell: T-Tiona?!

Tiona: *Smirk* Hee-hee! Yup! And I'm not weird, you know!

She released Bell's shoulder, skipping with lightness in her step as she moved closer to the bulletin board. Her eyes sparkled with excitement as she scanned the names.

Tiona: This is going to be so much fun!

She said as she turned around to face Bell and Lili.

Lili: You're... you're going to participate too?

Tiona: Mhm! Loki-sama insisted! She said we should show the whole city who's the best. We'll all have such a great time together!"

Bell: *Nervous* W-We? Who's 'we'?

Tiona's grin only widened as she pointed toward the Guild entrance.

Tiona: Look over there.

Bell followed her finger, his heart sinking a little more when he saw Aiz, Lefiya, and, to his utter disbelief, Bete strolling into the Guild. Each of them looked somewhat out of place, especially Bete, who wore his usual scowl. Tiona waved energetically, catching their attention as they began walking toward her, unaware of Bell's rising anxiety.