We soon arrived at the arena as an coachman girl notify us.
She was definitely a boob, as I confirmed when she smiled with flushed cheeks and bowed my head lightly to her as we disembarked.
I knew that as soon as I saw it, I could confidently give a drumbeat of confidence.
"Hah ...... awesome ......"
In front of us is a huge entrance that can accommodate more than 10 people at the same time.
And then there is the huge circular structure.
It looks like a reproduction of the Colosseum in Italy.
I have never seen the real thing, so I can't say for sure, but I imagine it is something like that.
"It's big ......"
"Wow......"
"Lord, there are food stalls lined up outside!"
"First, we have to join Hayato and the others."
“Yes.”
Well, Hayato mentioned that once inside, the paths would be divided between the general public and the nobles.
So he said he would be waiting for me at the end of the entrance on the nobles' side.
“Let's just go inside, shall we?"
“Yes, I think so. Still, there are a lot of people here. ......"
“Yes. I guess people look forward to big events like this."
“For the common people, it's a valuable entertainment! I also get excited about festivals and big events!"
Indeed, Renge is right, it does seem to raise a sense of elation in my heart.
Uplifting? Excited? While suppressing my feelings of excitement, I feel that my feet are moving a little faster than usual.
But the crowds are making it impossible for me to do so.
"The aisle for nobles is this way!"
The large entrance is divided into left and right at its center, with the more crowded right entrance for the general public and the less crowded left entrance for the nobles, and there seems to be knights guiding the visitors in the center.
I guess they are trying to keep the nobles from getting lost in the crowd with the general public.
And walking on such an empty path, naturally, we receive stares from the general public.
“Their stares are piercing, ......, or rather, oddly, I feel like they're staring at me. ......”
“Of course. Everyone here is a slave to Lord."
Come to think of it, they have slave crests and collars on them,.......
Then, inevitably, after seeing them, they look at me.......
“And some of them probably know us. We're well-known adventurers, after all."
“Wendy's evil boobs are to blame, too. Men really like fat."
"What do you mean by 'evil boobs' ......?"
The most important thing to remember is that fat is not the same as belly fat.
As if! It's different!
“Evil boobs that only bewitch men.”
“Oh my, my boobs only bewitch Master, you know? They're for master only.”
“Mmm. It's hard to beat."
"Yes, of course. I don't need other men's eyes and evaluations. If Master likes it, that's more than enough for me."
“Of course I like it, but I don't like it when other men look at her ill-mannered.”
"In that case, why don't I do it this way?”
Wendy hugs my arms as she says this.
She may be trying to hide those big breasts, but for a man, breasts that change shape by pressing against his arms can only be an attraction.
More to the point, I can clearly see the pressure of their gazes getting stronger.
“Look, Aina-san. The other side is open, so this is your chance. We have an agreement, and I will provide support.”
“Oh, ......, but in public......"
"Too late. If you are unaware of the fact that that one moment of hesitation can make all the difference between victory and defeat, you will be insufficient for the opponent."
“Yeah, Aina. I can't lose to you!"
Saying all that, there is a jolt on the other side.
I guessed that either Shiro or Solte had charged at me.
“Oh, White. I'm not going to give up this place just because we've formed alliance, right?
“No, I don't care. I'll go this way."
Then she climbed up on my back side and sat on the back of my neck with her legs out from my shoulders.
"Lord & Combine."
"SHIRO! It's not polite to climb on top of Master in public!"
"Lord, no?"
"I don't mind. Just don't get violent."
"Master, you shouldn't spoil her so much!"
“You're just jealous because Wendy can never get on top.”
“ No, I don't envy you. Besides, I'm already on ......."
"Wendy, stop."
No more than that.
I take a good look around and see signs of murderous intent, blood tears and grinding of teeth.
I can't look anywhere but ahead anymore!
“Ugh, I'm going to be treated like some sort of punchline again if I don't do this. ...... I think that Solte is the right person for this kind of thing. ......"
"I can't help it. Renge, the first one wins in this world."
"In this case, I'm going to have to hug from the front."
"I think I'm going to be crushed."
“Uh-uh! I'm in a tight situation!
That being said, .......
And it would be weird if she clung to me from the front. ......
Don't cling to my neck.
Don't get your legs entangled in my waist!
It's hard to walk. ......
“Oh, Itsuki-san! Over here ......, you're looking awesome again .......”
I'd like to ask if that's referring to my current situation or the way people in the general public queue are looking at me, or both, but yeah. I don't need to ask, I know what you're talking about.
“Look, get off for a moment ...... nobles' seats means we may be walking in front of other nobles, and that could be rude.”
“Hmmm......... Is Shiro good?"
“No. Why did you think it was okay for Shiro?"
“I thought she'd be forgiven if she was childlike. ......"
I don't understand, but not this time. ......
Near Hayato, there's no telling what kind of opponent might come along.
“Ha ha ...... Well, let's head over then, shall we?" "Everyone else is getting ready in their seats.”
"Preparation? Aren't you just going to sit down?"
“The general seating is like that, but the noble seats are a little more special. ...... Well, you'll see when you get there.”
"Then, let's go"
We were heading to the seats Hayato had prepared for us, with the gazes of the general public on our backs.
And what awaited us when we arrived was an amazing sight.......
“Oh, is this what it looks like?”
"Yes, well, it seems that this is what the ...... nobility wanted, or rather, what their selfishness resulted in."
The first thing that surprised me when I found my seat was that the chairs were familiar sofas.
There were two sets of sofas, with a small circular desk in between.
The space between them was quite large, with a small circular desk and a carpet.
Moreover, all the compartments were organized, and although I was at the front of the room, when I looked up at the back, it seemed that every room was divided in the same way.
“Please use this area. And you can watch the games while you eat the food you bought from the food stalls here."
"I see. ...... It's kind of like watching TV at home. ......"
"The aristocrats didn't want to sit on the ground, so they had sofas prepared, and after seeking convenience, they decided to allow people to bring their own."
"So this is the sofa from Hayato's place after all."
"That's right. We have magic bag so it was easy to get it done....... "
I looked behind Hayato as he said this and saw several men carrying sofas.
Next to them, a man who appeared to be an aristocrat was standing by, and the people around him were busy laying carpets and carrying in desks.
Looking at the collars on the necks of the busy people and the backs of their hands, they must be slaves of that aristocrat, because they have slave crests.
“Even though he's an aristocrat, he doesn't have a magic bag?”
“I guess he has a magic bag, but not all of magic bag to store a sofa that size......”
Oh, I see.
So that's how it is.
I knew magic bags are important.
I'm glad I acquired space magic.
"Okay, so what do we do ...... still have time before we start?"
"Yes, we do. The general admission has not been completed yet, so I think we have some time."
"Well then, shall we go and chill at one of the food stalls?"
“Oh, in that case, we'll just get our own.”
"I'm sure we can do that. We'll at least do that."
“Oh, yeah? Then can you get us something to snack on and something to drink?"
“Sure! I'll get you something tasty!"
When I gave them the money and the magic bag and asked them to go shopping, Hayato and Shiro were talking secretly with their hands on each other as if they were having a secret conversation.
“Lord, Shiro's going to go shopping too. I'm worried about the three of them."
"No, even the three of them can do the shopping......"
I think you're underestimating them too much.
In addition, they are much more mature than Shiro......
“But, Master? I think Shiro would like something to eat too.”
“Hmm......... I see. Then I'll give you some more money."
The first thing I did was to give Shiro some more gold coins, which she held tightly in her hand.
"I'm off then!
“Have a good trip. Don't fall down and drop it."
“Nn!”
After Shiro replied, she took the mysterious bag and went after Aina and the others.
"And what are you up to?"
After seeing Shiro off, I asked Hayato and Wendy, who I assume know the truth of the matter.
"Haha, I can't tell you anything ......."
"From me, too: ....... I'm sure Shiro will tell you later!"
“Huh, well, that's fine.”
I still don't know what's in that bag, but it's not me who is somehow unaware of the developments.
As I was thinking about this, a man appeared beside Hayato.
“Excuse me, Lord Hayato. How are you today?"
"Ah, Mr. Triton. It's been a while."
“Yes. It has been a long time. I'm sorry to disturb you, but who would you like to bet on this time?"
"Well, may I see the list of contestants?"
"Of course. Guest over there is welcome to join us."
“Oh, thank you.”
What I received was a list of participants in this year's preliminary round and the results of the groupings.
There were 40 participants, 10 per group, which means that only 4 of them would be able to participate in the finals.
I guess today's betting is to guess the four who will make it to the finals.
The list of names, characteristics, and fighting styles of each player were written on it.
I guess I should put the names aside for a moment and look at the fighting style and comments by this writer.
'She seems to be a power type with a big body.'
'Amatsukuni's beautiful girl swordsman. If it's one-on-one, she's ......'
'She may look like a pretty lady, but she's an accomplished store owner in my knowledge.'
'Can that big belly of his do okay? Can you move?'
The book contained a wide variety of evaluations, such for example.
At the end, there was a small note that said, 'This is based solely on the author's own judgment and prejudice, and is not based on fact.'
The comments section alone was interesting enough for me to continue reading, but the last one caught my attention.
'She is a girl with a very small body. But she is a contestant from the Hero Recommendation. Will it be lucky or unlucky? ......”
.......
Well, her name is .......
‘Shiro ze Mask'
Soooo. .............
“Please clarify whether you intend to hide or not!”
I suppose I'll have no choice but to poke it in!
So that's it!
Is that a mask in that bag?
A mask that Wendy just had made for her?
I mean, why did she keep it a secret from me ......?
“Uh, ......, is there something wrong with ......?”
"No, sorry. ...... a little.”
Triton-san, the gambling merchant, looked at me wonderingly, but I'm sorry.
I'm sorry. I must have looked emotionally unstable .......
"Um, ......, can I ask you a few questions?'
"Yes, I do. Of course, I would be happy to explain to you about the participants."
Triton-san was so normal that it was as if he had forgotten about my strange behavior just a few minutes ago.
This person must be a good person.
"Um, this player here..."
“Oh, it's a recommendation slot from Lord Hayato, so you may know ......?”
I glanced at Hayato, and he averted his gaze.
'Um, well, I'll change the question, can I bet on my relatives?"
"Yes, of course. Only one person is allowed in the qualifying round."
“Can I bet on this Mask ze Shiro, even though Hayato recommended this guy?”
“To be honest, I was worried about it, but some people don't want to bet on a girl with a small body, so I think that if it is limited to one person, people tend to choose a solid candidate."
"But there is Mii who is from last time, isn't there?"
"Yes. However small bodies are at a disadvantage in the battle royale format and this time there are some well-known local adventurers participating, so they seem to be the most popular. "
"I see......"
“From the way you talk, I'd say that person is quite strong?”
“It is strong,....... Maybe even stronger than Mii......"
“Stronger than Mii-sama? It's a bit too much...... She was a little girl, even smaller than Mii-sama, right?"
“I don't know, I've never really tried it before. But Shiro is strong. ......"
Oh, she said Shiro.
I called her Mask ze Shiro, in case anyone was wondering.
Hayato's smiling bitterly, and Wendy's smile is hard.
“Hmmm, good thing I left the ...... evaluation one way or the other. ......”
“By the way, how does the multiplier work?”
“If somebody moves up from the qualifying rounds to the finals, they double the stake, and for every win in the finals, they get half of what they wagered.”
“Oh. But what about the bets for the finals?"
"That's different. There are two types of bets in the finals: who will come in first place and who will come in third place."
“If, for example, this Mask ze Shiro enters the finals, can I bet on who will finish in first place or third place?"
"Yes, of course. There will be a separate wager, but of course you can bet on it."
"I see. By the way, what is the maximum bet?"
“Up to 10 million Nors, but you can bet from 10,000 Nors."
That's quite a lot of money. ......
Well, since we're here, since Shiro is going to be there, let's bet on her.
“Then I'll bet 10 million Nors on this Mask ze Shiro."
“Yes, sir. Please take this betting slip."
In exchange for the money, I was given a metal plate.
It is numbered and inscribed with an inscription of the creator.
[Betting slips - An iron plate that only gambling merchants authorized by the kingdom are allowed to make.
Reproduction or manipulation is a felony. Created by Triton.]
It's been a while since I've appraised it, and it appears to be a betting-only tag.
And the creator's name is Triton, could it be that this guy can use alchemy?
Well, alchemy is just a skill, and just because someone has alchemy skills doesn't mean he has to be an alchemist.
"Please remember to bring it with you and I will pay you according to the results if you come to me at the entrance after match. Also, please be aware that no reproduction or modification is allowed."
"I understand. I will try not to forget."
Triton, the betting merchant, finishes his deal with me and starts talking with Hayato next.
Apparently Hayato is also betting on Shiro, well, it's only natural...…
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