Black haired wise man Chiyuki

　We return to our base, the Kingdom of Eldo, in the empty ship of the goddess Ishtia.
　In Silone's bedroom in the Eldo Royal Palace are Rage, Sahoko, Reno and Nao, and Kyoka, Kaya, Ishtia and one of her attendants.
　Everyone is looking at the fallen Sirone with concern.

'What's going on here, Goddess Ishtia?　What happened to Mr. Cyrone?

　I say to Ishtia.
　Ishtia, the goddess of love and beauty, is one of the gods of Elyos.
　She governs love, dancing, and good fortune.
　Those who believe in her are dancers, prostitutes, philanthropists, and thieves.
　For some reason she is here with me.

I'll call you Ishta. I'll call you Chiyuki in return. I'm sure you'll be able to find out what's going on. Isn't that right, Pistis?

　Ishtia asks the boy beside her.
　The boy appears to be an ordinary human.
　However, his true identity is a god race and he has lived as long as Ishtia.
　The boy god's name is Pistis.
　He is a god of stealing with six fingers on both hands and feet and is a subordinate god to the goddess Ishtia.
　This god Pistis has a rather interesting mythology.
　Once, Ishtia wanted a necklace that belonged to the blacksmith god Heybos.
　However, Heibos refused to give the necklace to Ischthia.
　When Pistis learned of this, he stole the necklace from Heybos and gave it to Ishtia.
　Naturally, Heybos complained about this to the god-king, Odis.
　Odis, as God King, told Ishtia to return the necklace to him, but Ishtia laid her head down and refused to give it back.
　Ishtia's words were these.

Such a beautiful necklace is only valuable when it is worn by a beautiful woman like me. Heivos would only put it away in the treasure room, it is a waste of money. Therefore, what Pistis did was justified and I will not return the necklace.

　When he said that, Ishtia went back to her palace.
　Apparently, Odis and Heybos couldn't keep their mouths open when they heard these words of Ishtia.
　From this myth, it is the doctrine of the thieves who are followers of Pistis that stealing is permissible if you do it for the goddess Ishtia.
　Well, it is common to dedicate a percentage of the stolen money to the temple of Ishtia, but it is also said that paying tribute to a prostitute or dropping money at a gambling den is also allowed to steal.

I'm sure of it. I'm sure of it, Mr. Ishtia. If this lady was fighting with Guiltal just before, it's more natural to think that the tail of the poison grazed her body without her realizing it. And I don't think she would have died if it was Gilthal's poison.
It's true!

　Rage is closing in on Pistis.
　He has a serious look on his face.
　He must be really worried about Syrone.
　He doesn't look in that direction even though Ishtia is at his side.
　If my companions are in trouble and I'm delirious with the big-breasted beauty, as expected, I'll be angry.

I'm sure you're right. But I don't specialize in poison, so I don't know.

　Pistis scratched her cheeks as if she were in trouble.
　Syrone didn't have the effect of Sahoko's healing magic on him.
　Perhaps it could only be detoxified in a special way.
　In response to our trouble, Ishtia said that Pistis, a well-informed person, might know something about it. We called him.

'So, is there any way to cure it?
'Hmmm. I think you should ask the lady at Phanacare about this. Even though I'm the expert, I'm not a specialist in the healing arts.
'Then call Fanacare!
"Calm down, Raige. It's okay. Fana and Totona are already on the move. You know that Toles is being poisoned by Guiltal's poison. I'll ask them to share the antidote with you.

　When Ishtia said that, we put on a reassuring face.
　Come to think of it, it seems that the God of War, Toles, was also there, and he fought with Guiltal and fell to his poison.

''By the way, don't you need to inform that person?

　Kyouka, who had the same worried look on her face, suddenly says.

'Kyouka-san?　Who is that man?

　Reno asks curiously.
　I don't know. Who is that person?

'Of course it's about Mr. Kroki. I'm sure he'll be worried when he finds out that Mr. Cyrone has fallen ill.

　We look at each other at Kyouka's words.
　Kuroki is Shirone's childhood friend, the Dark Knight.
　He has a knot in his heart for Shirone. So it would be better to tell him if you can.
　But he's with the Demon King now.
　Wouldn't it be impossible to tell him?

'No, miss!　He's dangerous!　You shouldn't go near it!

　Kaya suddenly shouts out.

'Danger? Mr. Kuroki?　Kaya, what's going on? That man was so sweet!　Even Kaya can't be heard of!

　Kyoka scolds Kaya.
　We are amazed at how Kyouka looks at her.
　It's rare for Kyouka to contradict Kaya's opinion.
　And we didn't expect Kyouka to show Kaya such a look.

'Didn't you notice, Miss?　That one is hiding a beast in his body. You should never approach him.
'The Beast? I'm not so sure. It seemed very gentlemanly, though?
'Yeee! No! Miss! That one's eyes are the very definition of a beast when he looks at the Lady's bosom! I don't want to! Don't go near it!

　Kaya says to Kyoka like a spoiled child.
　Everyone is surprised by this.

“What’s wrong?　Mr. Kaya?　It doesn't look like the usual Kaya.

　Sahoko rolls her eyes.

'I'm really surprised. I never thought the always calm Kaya-san would be like that: ......
You're right, Reno. This is a surprise.

　I feel the same way.
　Kaya is usually so calm and collected, but it's rare to see her like this.

What's wrong with you?　Kaya? It's like going back in time.

　Kyoka is also surprised to see me roll my eyes.
　We don't know what Kaya used to be like.
　I hear it was very different in the past than it is now, but was it like it is now?

'You must not go near it! Men are foul beasts! Master Rage! It feels especially dangerous from that one! Don't go near it!

　Kaya says, looking at Sahoko.
　Sahoko's belly is growing.
　He has a Rage child. I honestly want to tell her what she's doing, but she's holding back because it's what Sahoko wanted, too.
　Nevertheless, Kaya doesn't seem to be pulling back. She closes in on Kyoka, giving him a string of faults as she comes up with.
　Kyouka is in a state of disarray from Kaya's swordplay.
　And what does it mean to be a beast?
　From what Cyrone said, he seemed to have a quiet personality.
　Or is he only quiet in front of Sirone, and is he really a violent character?

Kyoka. If he doesn't wake up, at least we can find an antidote. He won't have to know. He's just going to worry himself silly.

　Rage breaks in between the two and convinces Kyouka to join him.

'So ....... If that's what your brother says. Maybe you're right.'

　Kyouka still doesn't seem to be convinced by what Kaya says, but she puts the scene to rest by listening to what Rage says.

'Well, now we're done talking. Now then, Ishtia. Can you take care of the antidote for me?
Yes, of course. Chiyuki. I'll ask Fana-chan for help.

　Ishtia smiled lustily as she said this.




*Totna, the goddess of knowledge and books

　In the Heavenly Palace of Elyos, in the private quarters of the Goddess Queen, my mother, my sister, Lena, and I are there.

'Well assembled, my daughters.

　My mother, Feria, looks at us and says.
　My sister and I, of course, were raised by our mother, but Raina was raised by our mother. Therefore, to my mother, Raina is also her daughter-in-law.
　The three sisters of the heavenly realm. That's what they are sometimes called.

Now, about Thor, Fana. What can you tell us about him?
Yes, Mother. Regarding Thor, his body is motionless and he continues to sleep, but he is not in a life-threatening condition. However, he was poisoned from the front, so we don't know when he will wake up.

　My sister says sadly.
　''The Scorpion God Guiltal's poison is not that powerful among the poisons possessed by the divine race.
　If a lower-ranked race were to receive it, they would die, but if it's a god race, they won't die.
　A god with a resistance to poison would only be able to slow down his body a little.
　However, if you are not resistant to poison, or if you are hit in a bad spot, your body could become numb and unable to move for a long time.
　And his older brother Toles had been hit head on by Guiltal's poison.
　As a result, he still can't get up.

'Fana. What happened to the antidote?　Why don't you use it?
'That's it, Mother. I don't have enough ingredients for a potion to antidote Guiltal's poison. As soon as we have it, we can go to .......

　My mother lets out a sigh at my sister's words.

'I see. ....... What am I missing? Fana?
''Sah ......, it's the Scorpion God's poison. That's what it said in my master's materials.

　My mother's eyebrows twitch in displeasure when she says her sister is her teacher.
　The master she refers to is the great witch Herkert, who serves the Demon King Modes.
　Originally, my sister's knowledge of medicine and herbs was left to Elios by Herkert.
　My sister was apprenticed to Herkert for a short time.
　My mother did not like that.
　My mother hates the Demon King, who inherited the power of Nargol, the god of destruction, more than anything else.
　Before I was born.
　I heard that she was about to be killed by Nargol.
　She managed to survive by hiding in the shadows, but when her father, Odis, ran to her, she was shaking with fear.
　Ever since then, my mother has been Nargol-phobic.
　And she is equally afraid of the Demon King, who inherited his power.
　The goddess of Elyos hates the Demon King partly because of her ugly appearance, but also because of her mother, who stands at the top of the goddess' list.

'Phanakea. If it's the Scorpion God's poison, does that mean you need Gilthar's poison?

　Raina asks.

'No, Raina. It doesn't have to be Guiltal, but anyone with the same poison.'
'Yes ....... Then who would be there?

　All of us in the room think about it.
　And then it occurred to me that I had an idea.

'Bruul. Guiltal's sister must live in Gypseal.

　All eyes are on me as I say this.

'Is that true?　Tona?

　I nodded to my mother.

'Definitely. I'm sure.'

　Giltal's sister, Bruul, lives in Gypseal.
　She must have been more mature than her brother.

'I see. ....... You're Gilthar's sister? I don't feel comfortable asking the help of anyone other than those from Elyos, but it can't be helped. I shall ask for your help.
'But, Lady Feria. That would be a problem. The Gypseal is beyond our power. Will Bruul be willing to lend a hand?
You're right, Lena. 'Yes, that's true, Raina, but the Gypsies are in good hands with Ishti. The other option is to ask Heybos, but I don't know if he'll work. So we'll ask Ishti.

　My mother says wittily.
　Is it going to be that easy?
　I think of those who control the Gypsies.
　I'm not such a sweetheart. He could be asked to do hard things in exchange for poison.
　If that's the case, I think it would be better to rely on the Demon King.
　However, my mother doesn't seem to have that idea.
　It would be better for Gypseal than the Demon King.

''Speaking of which, Mother. Master Ishtia wanted an antidote. Uh, ......, I heard that the brave men of light need it for everything.

　My sister looks at Raina and says apologetically.

'You mean the brave man of light, Rage?　Why would Raige need the antidote?　And why is Lady Ishtia with Rage? What do you mean?

　Raina tilts her head.

'I don't know, Raina. But I did hear that a fellow swordsman of the Brave of Light was struck down by Guiltal's poison.
A swordsman, maybe it's Shirone!

　Raina is suddenly surprised by a loud voice.
　Is it just my imagination that she felt a little happy?

Calm down. Raina. I know it bothers you that Ishti is with your brave men, but bear with me now, Raina.
'I'm sorry. Lady Feriah.

　Raina bows to her mother.

'Well, Fana. Contact Ishti to get the Scorpion God's poison.
'Yes. Mother.

　With that, my sister turns to leave the room.

'Wait, Fanakea,'
What's going on?　Raina?
'If you want to contact Ishtia-sama, I'll go. And I'd like to see how Rage and the others are doing.

　Raina's face appears to be smiling as she says this.
　What does that mean?

Oh, yeah. Then do me a favor.
Yeah, I'm on it. Phanacare.

　With that, Raina leaves the room.

'Well, let's let Ishti take care of the rest.

　My mom seems to think this is going to work out okay.
　But I don't think it's going to work out that well.
　Couldn't I talk to my mentor about this?
　I think of something convenient.
　If my sister is a disciple of the great witch Herkert, then I am a disciple of the Demon King's vizier, Lugus.
　Perhaps my master, who is probably the most knowledgeable person in the world, could teach me a good method.
　Unlike my sister, my master and I are still in contact with each other.
　Besides, Nargol has Kuroki.
　Perhaps we can meet.
　I was thinking about this even though my brother was in a difficult situation.