Blessings and Curses [BL]

The Woman [Part 四]

After Ares got dressed, he followed the smell of food. As soon as he stepped into the tent, he was greeted by cheers and applause. Hyousuke gestured to Ares.

“Let me introduce to you my newly appointed right-hand man,” Hyousuke gestured at him, “Ares!”

There was another round of applause. Ares was lost in confusion, but before Ares could communicate anything, Hyousuke started again.

“There is another person I would like to introduce. Meet our newest member, Asuka!” Hyousuke pointed to the person beside him. Asuka was dressed just like how all the soldiers were. The other soldiers were not just cheering, but also whistling at Asuka.

Ares took another look at Asuka. She’s a woman! Ares thought, then glanced at Hyousuke. He looks absolutely smitten.

With a huge grin, Hyousuke turned to Ares, “What do you think of her, Ares?”

Ares didn’t want to answer and hesitantly said, “She’s pretty… I suppose.”

Hyousuke slapped Ares’ back. “That’s the spirit, Ares!”

***

After a tiring day of reconnaissance, night finally fell. At the dining tent, everyone was getting drunk. Ares watched over them condescendingly.

Pathetic humans, he thought.

He hadn’t killed them because of Hyousuke’s words this morning. Those words echoed through his head all day. Just the thought of being his right-hand man made Ares feel embarrassed.

There was a burst of laughter. Hyousuke was getting drunk with his comrades. Ares left the tent to get some fresh air. He caught sight of Asuka, who seemed to be quite vigilant of her surroundings.

~To be continued