Chapter 11.

(POV Megumi)

My husband really likes to pose. What's even stranger is that this poor child is eating it up like every word spoken was gold. It strangely reminded me of a starving dog whose eyes would sparkle the moment it saw a pile of bones on the side of the road.

Is this child actually really stupid? Or did my husband really say something profound earlier?

No matter how I looked at it, dearest husband clearly pulled those words out of his ass. Though it would be rude of me as his wife to point it out and interfere between the relationship of two men. Hah, being a good and loving wife can be more difficult than I expected. I could only shake my head while I wondered if things were really alright as they were.

I'm really not getting any younger though. I kind of rushed into matters of marriage after I found him without really getting to know him. But he is probably the only one I can marry in this lifetime. My name may be translated as goddess of fortune; however, the harsh reality is that I am a goddess of calamity.

Looking over at dearest husband, a bright light still radiated in all directions away from him. The light given off by him represents an immense wealth of fortune. When I first discovered the vast aura of fortune within his world, surprisingly enough the source of the overwhelming fortune that triggered my sneeze was this adorable husband. A big reason why I was adamant on saving him was because of this. Of course, only I can see this aura of fortune.

Dearest husband may very well be the most fortunate man in existence. His light shines and illuminates this entire realm. Although born as a goddess of calamity, I was luckily born with such a rare ability to identify the light of fortune and misfortune. Not even my father is aware I have such an ability.

Lately an aura of great misfortune had built up around father. The only way I could think of to overcome the possible calamity that may befall father was to counteract the overwhelming misfortune with great fortune. I volunteered to find potential disciples for father with these thoughts in mind. Initially my objective was to gather the most fortunate individuals I could find and have them surround my father in hopes that it could curb the calamity.

During my search I was lucky enough to stumble upon this endless fountain of eternal fortune, my husband. Just how many grandmothers did he help cross the street in his previous life to have such an overabundance of fortune as a mere mortal? He's like a male prostitute flashing it about everywhere he goes. As a goddess of calamity how can I keep my self away from all that fortune?

I even find myself losing my self control wishing to pounce on husband to bask in his good fortune. It's so bad that I end up coming across as a thirsty mistreated wife asking for some loving. I can only curse my fate being born as a goddess of calamity. I even worry about what would happen if I suddenly ran into someone with a fortune stronger than this husband of mine. Would I suddenly jump ship like some cheap whore? It's worrying you know! I'm married now! I can't have thoughts of cheating on my dearest husband! I am a faithful little wife after all. But… if husband were to cheat… would it be fine if I did too?

I could only shake my head strongly to disperse these sinful and treacherous thoughts. What is this little wife thinking? Husband has such a beautiful and considerate wife, how can he dare cheat on this wife of his?

If he were to cheat, he he.

I would like to meet the woman that dared touch what is mine. Don't misunderstand me, I'm not the psychotic type. I wouldn't really harm them if they dared touch husband. However, he he, I'm not nice enough to let them live. Don't worry I won't harm their chances to reincarnate. I'm not that heartless.

If husband saw the smile on my face right now, I'm sure he could die happy once again. Though f he knew what I was really thinking, I really wonder how he would react. Would he be scared? Would he still like me? I wonder if he likes woman with a slightly loose screw? Really, what type of woman does husband like? Hmm. This deserves some heavy research.

Maybe I can ask daddy for some insight seeing as he read his memory before.

More importantly though.

The most important question is...

Does he have an ex?!

Also, what about his family? I haven't even introduced myself yet. We must definitely find some time to pay a visit. Even if they are mortals, greeting ones in-laws is a must. Ah, forgive this unfilial daughter in law of yours my unknown mother and father-in-law. Hah, so many things to do and so little time considering they are mere mortals.

Ah! I almost completely forgot, daddy. I somehow got so far off track my original thoughts. Being a daughter and a wife is such a difficult task.

Somewhere far, far away.

I was not aware of it, but a certain father had an ugly expression and started crying for some unknown unspeakable reason.

Upon father meeting my husband I did manage to prove my theory that fortune could overcome father's calamity. When father was face to face with my husband, the misfortune surrounding father weakened significantly. Upon seeing that, I steeled my resolve and I was determined to marry this big fish and keep him tightly wrapped around my little finger.

I do feel slightly guilty that just being near me saps away at his fortune, but when he is by my side it neutralizes my powers as a goddess of calamity. It feels like I am using him just for his fortune and it breaks my heart a bit every time I think about it.

It's like I'm a cheap prostitute only after his wealth. Once that wealth runs out, we may end up going our separate ways. I fear that I may bring harm to him if he is unable to counteract the calamities brought about by me if his fortune ran out. I can only pray that his fortune does not wane. If such eternal fortune truly existed I could die happy and content. I may be using husband with my own motives in mind but I truly don't want dearest husband to be endangered because of me.

Therefore, in return, I will give my everything to him to make up for my sinful ways. Be it my heart, body, or soul I will inevitably lay it all bare in repentance for lusting after his wealth. Am I a cheap person for acting in such a way?

I can only hope and pray dearest husband will be accepting of the filthy me if I were to ever reveal the truth to him. At first it was for my selfishness but interacting with husband has been rather joyful.

I can't remember the last time I laughed as much as I have since meeting dearest husband. Really, how does he forget to breathe every time he looks at me directly? Also, dear husband of mine, don't think I haven't noticed the trick you have adopted lately. You make it appear as though you are looking directly in my eyes, but in reality you are looking far off behind me in fear of forgetting to breathe. Is it that shocking to see a beauty or are you really that much of a dimwit? Teasing you is far too much fun my dear husband. If you make such cute reactions I cannot help but grow fond and want to tease you even more.

His posing is actually quite cute you know. If I were to describe it, it would be like watching your child try to act the role of a desolate king in a play. It would make you want to laugh and pull the adorable thing into a deep embrace.

While I was distracted with a torrent of different thoughts in my mind; several minutes had passed without a single word spoken, my husband who was blankly staring at a wall with a profound look finally broke his silence.

"Child… don't dare think the sect is your wall. It… the sect that is… is merely a single block in that wall. If you believe the wall is so simple, you will be in a for a rude awakening."

"Your true goal is not the sect... or the top of the wall that represents this realm… but rather… what is beyond it."

"The wall you see in front of you now is only the foot of the mountain before your true test. This realm is your wall and the beyond is your mountain, child. Whether you can reach the peak of that mountain will depend on your own strength. It may be hard to understand the concept of what a realm entails, so for now just think of it as the world you live in."

"The most difficult step for you may not even be climbing that first wall. Rather it may be the descent into the unknown. Taking that leap of fate jumping off the wall that you once thought was the peak to reach to the lowest section of the mountain on the other side."

"Child, will you have the guts to make that jump? That in itself may be the biggest obstacle you will face."

"After all child, complacency is the enemy of all progress."

My husband said this like a sage who had walked an unimaginable distance in life. He had disinterested far off eyes like it was a mere passing whim that he spoke of such matters.

I could hardly believe my eyes; because, if I did not know my husband was a mere mortal I might have been hoodwinked myself. I may have foolishly believed he was an existence truly standing at the peak looking down from the high up mountain he spoke of.

Unknowingly my heart beat sped up a little and a slight blush grew on my face. I felt slightly embarrassed that even I would fall for such lines. If it was this bad for me, I could only wonder what impact his words would cause to the poor naive child.

Looking at the child once more, his eyes were sparkling like he had found out about a whole new world. It was like he was a frog who emerged from the bottom of a well as his horizons were broadened while he peered at the new unfamiliar surroundings.

His breathing sped up and his injured body trembled slightly. I could tell at this point, this child was a goner. I could see the devoted look of worship he had in his eyes as he stared at my husband's back.

My husband said in a deep voice filled with majesty "little wife, come. It is time to take our leave. Child we shall see each other around if fate allows it. Considering we shall be joining the sect for a short time, if our affinity is good we will definitely cross paths again."

Stinky hoodwinking husband, leaving at the the peak of your speech after suckering the kid in.

Husband flicked his robe as he walked over to me. He wrapped his arm around my waist and rested my head upon his shoulder. He pulled me along while I was wrapped in the left portion of his robe as we walked away.

Husband, if you take the lead like this all the time I might just fall for you, you know. If that happens I won't be responsible if you die from exhaustion when darkness falls.

As we walked together like this, the sun cast a long shadow backwards in the direction of the child. I'm sure it painted a picture perfect memory that would forever be etched into his mind.

This husband of mine really likes to act grand in the silliest ways. Purposely picking the direction of the setting sun, even calculating your exit to this extent.

After we were far away enough and the child was out of sight, I felt a bit restless. My instincts screamed to tease my husband kicked in like I was suffering withdrawal.

I looked with upturned eyes towards my dearest husband with a slight mischievous smile on my face. I was half a head shorter than him so I tiptoed and bit onto his ear lobe lightly while I blew out a breath of hot air into his ear.

"Darling husband how long do you intend to put on your act?" I asked him in a flirtatious tone.

"My fairy wife if you do things like that I really may die from shock. Please give some warning in advance so I can prepare my feeble little heart."

"Why not just die a few more times?" I rolled my eyes and interlocked my left hand with his which held firmly onto my waist. I held onto his robe with my right and then peacefully rested my head back on his shoulder.

"I will admit your posing was slightly attractive this time darling husband. I'll give you a free pass this time." I flashed him a smile and decided to let my cheeky little husband freely take advantage of this delicate waist of mine this one time only.