A New Life

Chapter 6

Master Naofumi had a bad reaction to the chainmail so we decided to come back later to Mister Erhard’s shop after checking out “Hourglass of the Dragon’s Era”. We have never heard of it, but every church has one, and it tells you when the next wave is going to happen. But suddenly, Master Naofumi’s stomach was growling.

“I-It wasn’t me!” Raph denied.

“Nope, it was me. Even though nothing has a taste to it, I still get hungry.” Master Naofumi explained. Raph and I glanced at each other.

“Probably it will get better.” I added hoping to take away this negative atmosphere.

“Yeah, let’s go to that restaurant from last time!” Raph agreed, dragging the both of us. 

Turns out that didn’t quite go as planned. The food didn’t have a taste for him. Also Raph got all flustered at being treated as a child again, but we all know she wanted that kids meal. That was funny.

We went back to Mister Erhard’s to get Master Naofumi new armor, and saw Master Naofumi’s smile. A happy small smile, with no darkness anywhere to be found. I swear I was ready to swoon, so handsome. I quickly snapped out of it as soon as we arrived at the church Mister Erhard told us about.

We entered the church and some sisters showed us the hourglass. “How much time do we have left until the next wave?” Raph asked.

“About twenty minutes.” Master Naofumi answered.

“We don’t have a to-” I was cut off.

“Ew, no.” A familiar voice yelled.

“If it isn’t the great criminal Shield Hero, himself!” Another voice continued. Turning around, it was the princess Mel, the Lance Hero, and their group. They began to degrade and insult our Master Naofumi. 

I began to grab some of my thinner senbons, “Are they friends of yours? Lord Naofu-” Raph stopped herself after looking at our master’s angry face. 

“You came to see the Hourglass of the Dragon’s era, too, huh?” 

Mel began screaming at us for not answering, Raph began to physically shield our master from them. I was ready to make a quick escape for us and cause some serious damage along the way. But master Naofumi stopped me before I could, grabbing my hand and not letting go. 

I let Raph deal with that spoiled princess, while I tried to calm Master Naofumi down. Suddenly, we heard the Lance hero try to recruit my baby. The only thing that stopped me from attacking the flirt, was Master Naofumi’s hand. 

“I-I’m afraid I am already with Lord Naofumi.” Raph replied, Master Naofumi and I had a face of disgust on our face. He had so many women with him, and now he’s flirting with a child? Disgusting.

“With Naofumi?! That’s not a good idea If you’re with a guy like him, everything you are will be in danger-” The Lance Hero’s response was cut off by Master Naofumi snapping and getting in the other hero’s face. And I was behind Master Naofumi ready to attack. “Something wrong? I’m just telling the truth. The only thing you’ll be able to do during the wave is protect yourself as much as you can and watch while I’m out there fighting to my utmost!” The pervert insulted. 

The Lance Hero began to bring up a certain rumor, “We’re leaving Raphtalia! Harry!” Master Naofumi stormed out of the church, I guess they didn’t notice me, but when I passed the Lance Hero he was surprised at my presence. I glared at him before following Raph and Master Naofumi. 

We were in the field where balloon monsters normally spawn. I had a feeling why we were here, when a balloon monster showed up and he began to punch it. He warned us away so he could let out his frustration. 

“Lord Naofumi? What did they mean by rumor?” Raph asked, I was really hoping she wouldn’t have to ask that question, but that pervert had to show his face. 

Master Naofumi was quiet for a second, “I don’t want to talk about it.” 

Raphtalia looked at me for answers, but I shook my head, “Not my story to tell. You understand that.” She was disappointed, but understood.

Eventually, he calmed down enough for us to head back to the city.