Chapter 91

I thought the mansion had burned down completely, but it seemed there was no major damage. About 20% of it was in ruins, but it hadn’t burned. It seems it wasn’t a fire after all.

Passing through the well-mannered Western-style garden while riding Goo-chan, I arrived to see many people. It seemed there were no fatalities.

"Someone, the bleeding won’t stop!"

"Help me, please!"

"With this wound, it’s over…"

A maid crying and holding her shoulder, a guard crouched on the ground, and a butler covered in blood, on the verge of death. It was a chaotic scene, not a good environment for a young girl to be in.

Well, it seems we made it in time. It’s okay, it’s okay. As long as there’s 1 HP left, it’s okay. Even if a civilian’s heart has stopped, it’s still okay.

While others were screaming at the tragic scene, one person was calmly patting her flat chest. The young girl, who was oblivious to the reproachful atmosphere, was relieved because she was a healer. She could heal without worrying about the atmosphere.

"I am Haya no Mihane!"

'Range Minor Healing II'

Stepping in as the pitcher, Haya no Mihane. Today, I’m here to relieve. With a clear and crisp tone, I greeted everyone and immediately cast healing magic on those lying on the ground, unable to move. Her silver hair fluttered with the activation of the magic, and the light illuminated her young and beautiful face. A fantastical scene unfolded as a pure white magic circle enveloped those with severe injuries.

With a gentle light, everyone’s wounds began to heal. People with torn bellies and shoulders ripped open, likely from a fatal blow of wind magic, were gradually recovering.

"Heal… What happened?"

"Wait, my body… Huh?"

"Was it just a dream?"

People with severe injuries stood up, looking puzzled. Good, the healing magic worked in time.

Riding Goo-chan, I waved my hands and greeted everyone, then used healing magic on those with minor injuries.

'Range Minor Healing II'

'Range Minor Healing II'

'Range Minor Healing II'

I haven’t used any MP in this battle, so I can be generous. This is Haya no Mihane’s greeting.

Magic circles covered the people who had collapsed, and the light of magic healed those who were injured. Even the guards, covered in blood and on the verge of death, had their wounds sealed, though the lost blood couldn’t be restored, their appearance returned to normal. I wonder what’s going on here? These people, whose HP hasn’t recovered much, would they die if they fell or stubbed their toe? I can’t verify it, and I don’t want to.

'Range Minor Healing II'

'Range Minor Healing II'

'Range Minor Healing II'

I’ll keep using healing magic and heal everyone.

"Hello everyone, I’m Haya no Mihane. I’m in the fourth grade!"

The maid who was crying and screaming about the bleeding had returned to normal. People who were almost dead were back to their original state. It seems no one had their head torn off or suffered fatal injuries. Good, good. There are a few people without arms, but I’ll heal them when I level up as a priest.

"Healing magic… This is healing magic…"

"I’m back to life! It’s a miracle!"

People were in a daze, touching their bodies to confirm, or hugging those who were severely injured, tears streaming down their faces. They seemed to be realizing the power of healing magic.

"Hello. I’m Haya no Mihane, 10 years old. I’ll do my best as the head of the household, so please take care of me! I’m from a training background!"

Everyone was looking at Mihane, so I waved my hands and greeted them back. I’m glad you’re all better. I wonder if anyone will point out that I’m the pitcher.

"I’m glad we could help the severely injured."

Tilting her head cutely, Mihane smiled and spoke to the guards.

"You’re showing us the power of healing magic."

"Yeah… Can you even revive the dead…?"

"Those people were alive, right? If we had been a little later, it would have been dangerous! I’m glad the healing magic worked in time!"

Mihane explained to the tense-looking Kongo and Martini, making sure they understood. Priests can’t use resurrection magic. Those people were just severely injured.

"What, as long as there’s a body temperature? I’d like to know how it’s different from resurrection magic."

"Unbelievable. This is healing magic. …We have to protect her with our lives, right?"

Kongo shrugged and was amazed, while Martini, thinking that if you can come back from the dead, you have to protect her with your life, looked terrified.

"If your head is crushed to pieces, healing magic won’t work, so don’t push it. You don’t have to risk your life."

This is simply healing magic. It’s a game mechanic, but I don’t think it’s much different from the healing magic in this world. The saint girl can use the same magic, right?

She can probably use much more powerful healing magic than Mihane. After all, she’s the heroine of the novel. She can heal the main characters with a few taps and a quick awakening, a cheat character.

"Thank you, Mihane-sama!"

"This is our new head!"

"We’ll clean up immediately!"

"Your clothes are in tatters!"

"Please come to your room."

The servants, charmed by Mihane’s adorable smile, rushed to lead her to her room.

"Thank you! My parents will come later, so please take care of them!"

Responding cheerfully, Mihane jumped off Goo-chan. The hard ground felt… didn’t feel?

"Unya?"

The vision wobbled, and her body tilted. The fatigue from the battle earlier hit her young body all at once. The battle was over, so the novel’s setting had returned.

"I shouldn’t have taken much damage…"

True, her HP had dropped to a dangerous level, but it had been healed. Just being on the brink of death, and the fatigue was overwhelming. Her body felt several times heavier, and her consciousness was falling into darkness.

Mihane, who had jumped off Goo-chan, collapsed and fell asleep.

"Trouble! Bring a healer over here!"

"She’s collapsing right in front of us!"

"Miss! To the bed, quickly!"

People around her were panicking like a comedy. It’s okay, it’s okay, she’s still young… Goodnight.

When she woke up, she was in a bed.

A fluffy feather bed. The touch was smooth, soft, and warm, and Mihane thought drowsily that it felt good. Maybe she could sleep a bit more.

She brushed her hair away from her face and thought hazily. It seemed she had been laid in a bed.

"A canopy bed. Amazing."

A canopy bed, like the ones in anime for rich girls. For some reason, the canopy seemed unnecessary when you actually slept in it. It felt like something might be on top of it, which was scary.

"Unya. Where am I?"

She touched the soft pillow, which felt like it would swallow her head, and looked around. It was pitch dark. The outside, visible through the gaps in the thick curtains, was covered in darkness. It must be midnight.

The surroundings were elegantly decorated. The furniture had an antique feel and seemed expensive, and the vases and paintings were at a level that Mihane didn’t want to touch. They looked expensive.

The overall decor was tasteful and elegant, but the lack of fluorescent lights on the ceiling was noticeable. Maybe they used magic items to light up. Mihane, a curious 10-year-old girl, wanted to light a lamp.

"It’s better not to turn on the lights, Miss?"

"Good morning, Frigg."

Mihane got out of bed, stretched, and yawned. She smiled and looked at the corner of the room with her ice-blue eyes.

"Good morning, Miss. You’ve been sleeping for quite a while. It’s already 1 AM."

From the corner of the room, Frigg, a beautiful goddess with flowing golden hair, appeared without making a sound. Even in the dark, her movements were smooth, and her eerie smile suited her perfectly. She was wearing a maid’s uniform.

"It’s that late already. Hmm, this is my biggest weakness. If I keep falling asleep after battles, I might be caught off guard one day."

"If you’re pushed to the brink of death, that’s what happens. It’s a common trope in novels. The protagonist, after a battle, collapses from fatigue and injuries. Isn’t that right?"

"True… It’s a common trope. I need to be careful. So, what’s the situation?"

Mihane was wearing a rabbit-patterned pajama. Her smooth skin was clean, with no mud or blood.

"The highest level of security is in place, and we’re investigating Zephyrus’s whereabouts. Your parents are having a serious discussion. They look regretful, but they’re talking to that old man Fudo."

"Instead of harboring resentment, they decided to seek help for my safety. My parents are truly admirable. Despite the harsh treatment, they’re consulting with Fudo for my sake. It’s a sign of strong love, and I’m happy."

"You should be careful with that old man. He’s already trying to assert his dominance by teaching you about the noble society to prevent such things from happening."

"I’ll leave that to my parents. The mysterious investor and Uncle Toga will help too."

More importantly, Mihane narrowed her ice-blue eyes and became serious.

"Have you found Zephyrus’s hideout?"

"Yes, it’s already been discovered. Heh heh, a hideout can’t be completely hidden, especially from a keen-eyed information broker. Criminals who try to hide will inevitably seek out information, so we just need to follow their trail."

"Keen-eyed information broker… You must have a talent for managing information brokers, right?"

"People’s loyalty can be bought with money and their lives. Especially for information brokers whose identities are known."

Frigg winked. Indeed, information brokers whose faces are known might pledge loyalty. If she has such exceptional skills, praising Frigg might be appropriate. After all, she hasn’t shown her face.

"Shall we go see Zephyrus again?"

Mihane got out of bed and tapped her item box to change her equipment.

Putting on her usual robe, she smiled and took out her weapon.

"I want the artifact of the 'Anemoi.' Especially the one that creates clones. With that, I can have a clone Mihane who goes to bed and a 'Loki' who walks at night, and they won’t be connected."

"True. I agree. Odin is already on standby."

Nodding at Frigg’s agreement, Mihane’s expression turned serious. After changing her job in 'My Room,' she was ready to go.

"You tried to kill my parents, Zephyrus. I won’t wait for a random encounter. I’ll make you leave here, and it’s time for 'Loki' to make his move."

With intense anger in her heart, Mihane smiled like a bird of prey, ready to finish her last task of the day.