Chapter 45

I tried writing a little from a girl's perspective (^_^;)

I would really appreciate your feedback and constructive criticism m(_ _)m

I would be happy if you could be specific m(_ _)m

Um, my name is Sukuna.

I only have the talent for fire magic.

I am a beast person with only that talent.

My village has had poor harvests for two consecutive years.

It should have been fine... It should have been fine!

But the lord took most of the harvest...

What should I do...

There's nothing I can do...

I have two younger sisters, and someone has to do the Miuri...

I heard that if you do the Miuri, you can never return to this house.

Moreover, they don't accept anyone under five years old.

Then, it has to be me.

And it was indeed me.

I cried.

I cried, saying I didn't want to.

My mother said,

"Since you're the older sister, I want you to work hard to protect your sisters."

I asked,

"If I do the Miuri, will my sisters be saved?"

My father said,

"Yes."

Then I said,

"Then I'll work hard."

I almost cried, but I tried not to.

The person who took me said,

"Recently, there have been many poor harvests in this area, so the number of Miuri has increased."

So, I will be sold to a distant place.

I asked,

"Will I really never see my parents again?"

The answer I got was, "Give up."

Even though I had given up, I cried.

Then I was hit because I was being noisy.

I had never been hit by my father before.

I cried softly, hugging my knees in a corner.

I couldn't see outside, so I didn't know how far we had gone.

The place I was taken to is apparently called the Orion Territory.

The person who led us said a few times,

"Recently, there has been an increase in slave auctions in this area."

Apparently, many people in this area are gentle, and there is a good chance of better treatment compared to other places.

Finally, we were taken to a building larger than any other house and handed over to a man.

He said,

"You are very fortunate to have come to this territory.

Many of the other territories are not as wealthy and peaceful."

He said,

"Polish yourself well."

I didn't really understand.

Polish myself?

But everyone else seemed motivated, so I decided to work hard too!

Then, within two months, some strange people came.

They were called Lord Rain.

When I first saw him, I almost fainted.

He was only two years old.

Apparently, he wanted a maid apprentice.

I thought it was impossible for me...

So I had given up.

But surprisingly, I was bought.

When we left the house, four knights followed us.

Two knights were in front of Lord Rain, and two more flanked me.

(What? What? Why, why? Me...)

I was surprised to be flanked by two knights when I saw a large, beautiful castle, like something from a fairy tale, right in front of me.

I couldn't think of anything.

I was just in a daze.

Then, the next moment,

"Open the gate!!"

I was startled back to my senses by the voice.

I didn't know if I was allowed to enter, so I kept looking at Lord Rain.

Lord Rain, noticing my gaze, said,

"Welcome to my home."

I was surprised again.

Then, it seemed someone called for Lord Rain, and we parted ways.

The maid who had been holding Lord Rain just now guided me and said,

"Your body seems clean, so please wipe your face and hands with this cloth.

Then, please change into these clothes."

She handed me a wet cloth and brought me a cute dress that fit me from among the dozens of clothes.

Finally, she said,

"Address Lord Rain with 'sama' and use polite language.

Answer questions honestly, and accept whatever is done to you."

I replied,

"Yes!"

I answered in a loud voice without thinking.

Then Lord Rain returned immediately.

He greeted me normally, despite his appearance.

"Hello, I'm Rain. I will be your master from today on.

Please take care of me."

"Ah!! I, I'm Sukuna.

P-Please take care of me."

I stumbled over my words, and my face turned a little red.

But I had practiced, so I had a bit of confidence.

After that, he asked me questions and suddenly asked if he could touch my ears.

It was the first time, so I was very surprised.

When I froze, the maid noticed and looked at me.

I hurriedly gave permission.

He even asked if I was okay with it.

Of course, I wasn't going to say no.

He touched my ears very gently.

While spending time like that, Lord Rain's mother returned.

After some conversation, just as I finished my self-introduction, the incident happened.

It turned out that Lord Rain was the heir to a duke's family.

I know the noble ranks because I was taught them many times in the slave house.

I was taught that the highest rank is duke.

That's not all.

Sophia-sama, a noble, was bowing and asking for my help.

Oh my, what a surprise.

Of course, I accepted!

I will absolutely not let Lord Rain do any magic incantations!

I don't know if I can use your feedback next time, but I'll try my best m(_ _)m