First day of work. Intimate talk.

The day at "Hostess of Fertility" went on as usual, drunken and insolent visitors were thrown out the door, the rest were having a good time. The only variable was the young man in the cat mask. Although he did a good job, it was clear that the teenager was a novice in this matter.

- Mia, do you have a new addition? And even an ordinary man hiding his face. You know, a waiter is a salesman, and he should look like one.

- It's up to me to decide who works in my bar, especially since the guy does a very good job. Despite the fact that this is his first day, there is not a single mistake or incident. Moreover, his manners are impeccable, although the social aspect clearly suffers.

- Yes, but just look at him. Looks around, tense most of the time, reacts sharply to sounds. If it weren't for his age, I would say that he is a war veteran with PTSD and clearly needs help.

- Greg... Just shut up.

- But...

- I said shut up, WE are his help.

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The time was approaching evening; a certain part of the bar had remained empty for some time. Until at a certain moment the red-haired goddess entered the door.

The entire main family members followed her. "Nine hell" Riveria Ljos Alf,

"Braver" Finn Daimne,

"Elgarm" Gareth Landrock,

"Sword Princess" Ais Wallenstein,

"Crusher" Tiona Hiryute,

"Jormungand" Tione Hiryute

and Crowley's already familiar "Fenris" Bete Loga.

Walking deeper into the establishment, Loki found a new face among the workers, more like a mask. For some reason, this man evoked a feeling of recognition in the goddess.

- Miya, let a newcomer serve us today!

A bar owner looked at the teenager in question. He nodded in response

- *Sigh* Okay, but keep in mind that this is his first day, try not to burden him too much.

Another couple of minutes passed before the adventurers took their places.

A couple of waiters headed to the Loki familia table. Crowley and Ryuu, who by lot had the honor of serving today's guests. With a bow, she opened evening

- You already know my name, Cheshire Crowley will help me today. Don't worry, we have prepared for your arrival.

- Crowley?!

The red-haired goddess screamed. And she leaned closer to the hunter, almost touching his mask with her face.

- We haven't seen each other for literally several days, why are you wearing a mask now? Of course, you are not very handsome, but no one dares to call you ugly.

The waiter answered without making any sudden movements.

- A lot has happened, because of which I have to hide my face, don't take it as an insult. Miss Riveria, good to see you.

The green-haired elf nodded slightly in response. Suddenly a mocking voice rang out

- Crowley? Is this the same guy who came to our estate without any skills in hopes of joining the family? Another weakling!

- Bete! Shut up!

Although from the outside it seemed that the rest of the family were stopping the werewolf, but there was no real action, the adventurers seemed to silently accept his point of view.

- Never! Look at him, he realized that he was not suitable for the role of an adventurer and got a job as a waiter in a bar! A truly pathetic weakling with no fortitude.

The werewolf's words didn't seem to sit well with the bar staff, but before anyone could object, Crowley did it himself. Bowing, he replied

- Mr. Loga, although your words are rude, I know that you say this with good intentions. Perhaps fate played a cruel joke on you?

- Cruel joke?!

Bethe tried to jump up, but was held in place by his older comrades.

- What do you know?! I hear that you are an aristocrat, born with a golden spoon in you ass.

The captain of the family, Finn silenced his subordinate.

- I apologize for his behavior, it will not happen again.

- It's not worth it. Yes, I really am an aristocrat, but my family died in a fire, and my original title was lost.

After which I found a new family and two titles at once. As a result, I had to kill with my own hands the man whom I considered my adoptive father. I had to leave the queen whom I swore to serve, whom I fell in love with after a long time, whose relatives I also had to kill. So tell me, Bethe Loga, do I really know nothing?

The bar fell silent for several minutes.

- Don't feel sorry for me, this is not the worst thing that happened in my life. Now I work here and for Freya's family, and I'm really happy.

Looking around, the hunter saw motionless people .

- *Sigh* I ask you to forgive my behavior, let's continue the evening. Make your order.

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*Loki POV*

- Goddess, was he telling the truth? - Tiona's voice was heard from the quiet table.

- Yes, and it's scary. The last time I saw him, he said that he was no fighter, and now he is ready to face Bethe without a shadow of a doubt. Before we leave, we will all ask for forgiveness, especially you, Bethe.

- Yes...

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Despite what had happened, Loki's family's celebration went well. The accumulated grievances did not prevent all participants in a banquet from getting positive emotions.

- Your turkey, can I help with anything else?

- Smile! Come to me! - Drunken goddess called the hunter to her.

- I want to know more about you. Let's play a game, my family asks you three questions, which you answer, and then you ask questions to any of us. You can only cancel once. Agree?

- Agree.

-Great! Guys come here!

After explaining the situation to each of them, Loki decided to start questioning.

- Before we begin, I want to mention that I am a fairly well-read person and your questions do not necessarily have to concern me and my story, I ask the same from you. Now, let's start.

The first question went to Tiona

- You said that you fell in love with the queen, I'm interested in how this happened. Was everything like in a fairy tale? Did you save her from monsters?

It was invisible behind the mask, but the hunter's smile widened joyfully.

-*Hahhahaa* You could say this, I ended up in the castle for personal reasons. It just so happened that at that moment he was attacked by a group of very bad people. And in order to spend time alone, I had to end them.

After the battle, I entered the queen's chambers and she immediately demanded to bend the knee. However, I don't experience any difficulties with this even now. As a result, we made a deal.

She allows me to use her library, and in return I help with her goal. After a long time we became close and started spending more and more time together. Unfortunately at some moment I had to leave.

- Target? Why did you have to leave? Is she alone now? What about deal?

The incompleteness of history seemed to worry amazon.

- Miss Tiona, I've already told you quite a lot. To get more detailed answers, you will have to spend another try.

- Nooooooo!

The second question went to Ais.

- You said that you defeated many people. What kind of weapon are you using?

- Good question, informative. Once upon a time, my adoptive father Gehrman created a special type of weapon called a trick weapon, its main feature is the ability to transform, usually they have 2 forms. I used a cane-whip, one of his first inventions. I also use long-range weapons named Evelyn and a whole set of arcane tools, things that can create magic.

- Can you show them?

- Of course, but only cane and Evelyn. Wait a minute, I'll be soon.

While waiter went to get the weapon, the remaining family members decided who would get the last question. Loki and Riveria won.

The teenager came out with a weapon in both hands, which he placed on the table. - Here, take a look.

The adventurers seemed very interested.

- This is a cane... But with sharp edges, a sword? Then what does the second form look like?

Taking the blade into his right hand, Crowley shook the weapon, after which it split into segments. Everyone's eyes lit up.

- Cool!

Let's wrap this up for now, last question?

The goddess's face took on a serious expression for the first time.

- Bete said that he had seen you before, which raised a question for me. How many have you killed?

The room froze.

- I'll skip this question, Loki. I hope we won't be returning to him soon. Since I didn't answer this question, I'll answer the next two.

- Okay then, Riveria.

- You mentioned some arcane tools, can you tell us about them?

- There are many of them, I'll tell you about 2. The first is a small hammer that allows you to summon a series of powerful lightning bolts in a straight line in front of the caster. The damage is colossal. The second is a bell, when ringing it, surrounding people and caster himself heal the wounds received. Almost instantly.

- And how much magic does it waste?

- The price for using these things is not magic at all, Miss Riveria, you will have to pay with blood and your own sanity. Last question, please.

The last question went to Beta.

- Do you know how to correct the mistakes of the past?

- Mistakes of the past? What do you mean?

- Is it possible to bring the dead back to life?

- A very dishonest question, Mr. Loga, information has value depending on the need. But answer is "No"

The Red Haired Goddess's eyes widened, but almost no one noticed. Almost, the blue-eyed elf seemed to understand something. And this realization came as a shock.

- I understand, thanks for the answer. And sorry for my words today.

- Like I said, I don't hold a grudge against you. Let's leave my questions for next time. It's already late. We are closing.

- Okay, we're leaving.

Loki's family stood up and walked out. But it seemed the goddess was in no hurry. - Go without me, I want to talk to Mia.

Left alone, Loki asked the question that interested her.

- Method of resurrection.... You lied, which means you know something. But this is impossible, even the gods are not capable of bringing the dead back to life

- Godess, there really is a way, but believe me, if this someone died a long time ago, then the consequences of "resurrection" are truly terrible, the very soul of this creature will suffer in eternal torment awaiting release.

However, if a person died recently or some significant part of him remains, then the consequences can be avoided. But you know about reincarnation, the soul of a living being will be snatched out and put into old body.

Do you think it's worth it?

- No, I don't.

- Exactly, go home now.

- Let me ask you last question. What happened to you?

- A Nightmare. And I don't think I want to leave it.