Chapter 164 : Terminus Est

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"Ahh~ my Champion, your food is delicious."

"I'm glad you like it, Hestia."

Eating with a huge smile on her face, Hestia thought living here wouldn't be so bad, considering Yuki's food was tastier than what they served at Hephaestus' house.

"Master, it's delicious~"

"Hm! It will always be a pleasure to cook for you, Est."

With a huge smile, Yuki touched Est's cheek, now puffed up from the food, and wearing a beautiful white dress she had created with spiritual power.

[Grr~]

Mana, seeing this, only growled in displeasure, as the women eyeing her man had increased too much.

Yuki, hearing this, sighed. Mana's jealousy was too much, but fortunately, he had Inori, who acted as a restraint for Mana. After all, she didn't mind Yuki being surrounded by women; she had resigned herself to her fate and even considered talking to La Folia again to convince Mana.

(How did things end up like this?)

With a wicked smile, Hestia looked at her children, especially at Inori, the troublesome girl who didn't hesitate to attack her yesterday. She really wanted to know where Yuki found this girl.

Meanwhile, Yuki only recalled what happened a few minutes ago.

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Gnashing her teeth, Mana didn't argue with Inori anymore. She couldn't win against her other 'self.' Turning her gaze, she faced Est, who was still naked, tilting her head with an expressionless face.

[Who are you?]

"#$&#*$"

[What?!]

Opening her mouth in confusion, Mana couldn't understand what the little one had just said.

"What's wrong, Mana? Any issues?"

Yuki, seeing Mana a bit calmer, asked.

"No... I don't understand what she's saying."

However, Inori answered instead, unable to comprehend the girl's words just like Mana.

This, of course, made Yuki frowned because, unlike both of them, he could hear Est's words clearly.

"Est... My formal name can't be pronounced by humans."

After a brief pause, Est tilted her head, looking at Mana. This woman seemed interesting to her; the change in personality and her beauty were something Est saw for the first time.

"So, call me Est."

"Understood... Wait, how can I understand your name?"

"Because the Master is different; the Master is the Master."

Though Yuki didn't know what Est meant by this, he just frowned. After all, he still considered himself human. But for this girl, he was different.

[Next question, what are you doing in our bed? And why are you naked?!]

Feeling a headache, Mana moved to the next question, which was also the most important.

"Because I belong to the Master..."

Blinking innocently, Est replied while turning her head to look at Yuki.

"I thought the Master would like it if I presented myself in this form... Although I can't show him my bare legs."

"No, the stockings aren't powerful enough to cover your important parts. It even makes it more erotic, so it's better if you take them off."

Raising a hand, Yuki didn't understand the thought process the girl in front of him had, but he couldn't deny that he liked it.

"Master wants to see my bare legs?!... Pervert."

"Why are you embarrassed about that?!"

Blushing, Est covered her body, fearing that Yuki would jump on her. This left Yuki wide-eyed since Est misunderstood his words.

[You!.. Thieving cat!]

Watching their flirting, a vein bulged on Mana's forehead. She wanted to kill that girl right now and tie up Yuki, who had been unfaithful with this girl. Unfortunately, Inori didn't allow it.

"Haaa~ Good morning... What's with the noise?"

Yawning, Hestia stretched her arms, at the same time observing the morning drama. After all, with so much noise, it would be strange if she didn't wake up.

"Eh? A spirit?"

Opening her eyes in shock, Hestia looked at Est, who just tilted her head.

"Spirit.. Spirit... I understand now. Are you the spirit of the sword?"

Recalling his reward, Yuki understood everything. He had made a contract with the Spirit of the Sword. However, due to all the chaos in the city, Yuki had forgotten about her.

"Yes, I am your contracted spirit... Master."

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Sighing again, Yuki looked at the women now enjoying their meal. His problems were increasing.

(I guess I have to work harder.)

However, that didn't discourage Yuki. For him, this was a blessing, a life where he would never be bored.

(This girl is strong.)

Looking at Est, Yuki was somewhat surprised. She had stopped Inori's Singing Sword attack with her bare hands, something even he wouldn't dare to do. He knew how strong that sword was, especially now that Inori had become a perfect Eva. Yet, this girl managed to stop her attack.

"What's wrong, Est?"

But, like Yuki, Est was also looking at him.

"Master... You are a very interesting person."

"Interesting?"

Blinking in confusion, Yuki couldn't help but ask. Est, like him, was a 'Spirit,' so Yuki wanted to know more about her, her strength, and how different they were from each other.

"Yes, I am very drawn to you... I think I like you."

However, for Est, her interest was different. She had been sleeping inside his body and liked it a lot. It was so warm, so bright; she felt peace, so much so that she didn't mind continuing to sleep. The other beings sleeping inside him also welcomed her, sharing their space for her to join the family. That's why she was sure.

She had found her home...

At the same time, she was also interested in the man in front of her. He was special...

The light he carried took her hand, guiding her along a path of warmth and peace.

(I found it... The world didn't lie.)

Remembering her previous world, Est's eyes lit up as she got lost in her thoughts.

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**Spirit World**

Deep in a forest, a sword was sealed.

This sword was the strongest Sword Spirit of all, who had been sleeping for a thousand years, hoping never to wake up. After all, she was cursed.

Despite being a sword that killed the Demon King, she sealed herself so that no one else could find her and suffer from her curse.

This sword was Est, who slept deeply until one day her sleep was disturbed.

*Ring

[The World is watching you.]

[Demon Slayer... Do you want to go back Home? Do you want to see the world again? Do you want to meet your true Master? The Champion wishes to wield you!]

[You, the most powerful of the Sword Spirits! Are you worthy to accompany the Champion in his noble fight to save the world? Do you want to be his companion?]

[Yes] [No]

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TN: huehuehue aren't I generous posting so many chapters? Praise me more mortals

Yes it's definitely not because I am bored and rereading

Also just noticed we've reached 169 chapters should i just stop posting don't wanna ruin such a perfect number 😢