"I'm home!

"...... I'm home.

"Oh, welcome!

"Welcome back!

　As soon as I returned to the dungeon, I noticed Shi, who was helping out with the housework, rushing over to me with a load of laundry in her hand, while Liu, who was apparently folding laundry near her, shouts out.

　The Wraith girls also seemed to have come to the living room, flying around us in a fluffy manner.

You'll be able to find out what's going on.

　I'm sure you'll be able to find a way to make the most of your time with us. 　

　It's not just a matter of time before you get to the point where you're going to be able to have to go to work.

I'm sure you're not the only one who's seen it.

　River ...... river.
　That's the one I built in the prairie area before.

M...... are you hurt?

　In response to Reffi's question, Liu now opens her mouth.

It's a very good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for. I'm sure you'll be able to find out more about it by visiting .......

"Ah, ...... I see.

　--Apparently, Iruna has caught a cold.


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"Can't I use potions at ......?

　It's a very good idea to be able to have a good idea of what you're looking for.

It's a good thing that you're not going to be able to get a good idea of what you're looking for. There's a record that taking potions only when you're sick can weaken your body.

　I'm not a very educated person, but I can see why.
　Perhaps if you've been using potions to heal yourself since childhood, your body doesn't become immune.

I see. ...... And you caught a cold yesterday?

It's a good thing that you're not the only one who has a fever since the night before last. --The porridge is ready, please take it to Iruna.

"Oh, that looks good.

　Leila ladled out a bowl of porridge made of scallions, eggs and small meatballs.

It's really helpful to have Leila with you. ...... It's not that difficult to make, but it looks great.

I'd like to ask you a question. I would like to ask you one thing: Is that ...... juice you are making, Demon King?

Oh. . this is better for a cold.

　Heat a simple sports water made of salt, lemon juice and sugar to a warm temperature and put it in a water bottle.

Ho-ho-ho ...... later, you can tell me why?

Later.

　I'm sure you'll be able to find a way to make the most of your time in the kitchen to get out of the throne room with a wry smile on your face.

　Since Iruna is now sleeping at the inn, you can control the door to change her destination and go inside.

　As soon as you enter, you open the shoji door, and inside you will find Iruna lying on the futon and Rephi, who was checking on you earlier.

　My wife reacts to the sound and turns her head to me.

Iruna is at ......

"Mm, he's sleeping now.

　I sat down next to Reffi, who answered in a whisper, and placed a tray with a water bottle and a bowl on the tatami.

　I put my hand on her forehead ...... and it certainly has a bit of heat to it.
　But just like Leila said, it doesn't seem to be anything heavy.

　This will probably go away in a few days.

　While taking Iruna's fever, my daughter-in-law mumbles to herself.

I've never caught a cold in my life. Is it still hard for you?

In its own way . A sore throat, a runny nose, breathing difficulties, a headache, a chill in spite of warmth. It's hard to stay awake, so you want to sleep, but you can't fall asleep because you're too tired.

"Well, it's that bad?　Why not do it with a potion?

"Well, I don't think Iruna is having a hard time since her fever is not that high. It's just a little dull, isn't it?

"Yeah, right. ......

　I let out a breath of relief, smiling at Leffi as I continue to speak.

"Leffi, you can go back and have your dinner. I'll take a look and feed Iruna, and then I'll come over.

I'll reheat yours later. I'll reheat yours for you later and you can take care of Iruna.

"Oh, thank you.

　Then I gently shake the blonde girl's shoulder while Leffy returns to the true throne room.

"Iruna.

"...... nuh-uh ......

　Slowly, eyelids open, Iruna. 　

"Is that ...... old man?　Yumekana ......

　It's a little blurry, and in a voice more hoarse than usual, Iruna says this.

"Haha, it wasn't a dream. I just got home. I heard you fell in the river and caught a cold?

Yeah. I was looking for a beautiful stone, and then, boom!

"That river is shallow and slow, so you can play in it, but next time you'll be more careful. You don't want to hit your head or anything, do you?



"Nn...... sorry

"All right then. --Here, Iruna, rice. Can you eat it?

Onii-chan, let me eat!

It's inevitable.

　I'm sure you'll be able to find a way to make the most of it.

　--It's a good idea to make sure that you're not going to be the only one who can do that.

Ehehehe ......

"?　What's up?

You know, I'm so happy. You know, I'm so happy for you guys.

That's right, I'll worry about it. It's a family affair.

Yes ...... you know, it makes me happy. I'm sure you'll be happy to know that she is anxious to get a lot of heels. The lace boys kept coming over to me to make sure I didn't get sick, because they couldn't catch it.

"Oh, I didn't know that.

　Surely, the Wraith girls will not catch a cold.
　They don't have a body.

　...... or is it that Iruna is able to communicate with them as well?
　I'm sure the three sisters are dungeon monsters, so I can understand their intentions to some extent: .......

It's a good idea to have a good time with your friends. Auntie Liu did all the household chores for Auntie Leila. I am so happy and grateful to everyone who has done so much for me.

"I see. ...... Then I'll have to repay your thanks by getting rid of the cold and feeling better soon.

"Yeah!　Give back a lot!

　Iruna smiled happily and then continued with her words.

But it's all thanks to you.

"?　Thanks to me?

　With a smile, she nodded.

She nodded, "Because you care about everyone, Onii-chan. Because you work so hard every day for everyone, you are very comfortable here, and you are willing to be kind to someone else. So, thank you very, very, very much for that, Onii-chan.

"----

　Suddenly, I feel a rush of energy in my chest, and I pat her head deceptively.

　The warmth of her slightly elevated body felt through my palm.
　Her life.

　I've spent my days as a guardian of ...... these kids - as a surrogate parent (・・・・).
　I've never raised a child, and I don't consider myself a good enough person to teach them things, but still, I've been posing as an adult and pretending to be a great guardian.

　It's not that I was feeling too self-conscious about it, I was just relying on Reffi or someone else to help me out with my problems.

　It's a good idea to be able to have a good idea of what you're looking for.

......?　Onii-chan, what's wrong?

It's nothing.

　--Good thing Iruna was in a daze.

　I deliberately changed my voice to a brighter one and opened my mouth, being careful not to make it tremble.

"Now eat and sleep. Iruna needs to get well soon, or she won't be able to play with you!

"Hmm, lots of play!

　Iruna looked up at me with a pristine smile.