Language

‘Ah… Last night was truly splendid.’

The snowy plains were still littered with the corpses of monsters.

The festival of slaughter with Belez was nothing short of perfect.

Especially since I even obtained Michel’s trait!

『  ★   【Lycoris】   Thanatos Crown    LV152    3rd    ♀

  【Attributes】

  HP : 1,564/1,564 + (714,206)

  MP : 1,126/1,464

  Attack Power : 1,564

  Magic Power : 1,464

  Defense : 1,464

  Magic Resistance : 1,464

  Agility : 0

  【Skills】

   「Detection LV9」  「Crimson Apocalypse」  「Frost Block LV7」  「Photosynthesis LV6」  「Deadly Poison LV2」  「Black Root Eruption LV3」  「Pollen Release LV7」  「Pollen – Allure LV8」  「Pain Resistance LV4」  「Unconscious Action LV8」 「Pollen – Paralysis LV3」 「Pollen – Healing LV4」 「Pollen – Hemorrhage LV3」 「Pollen – Corrosion LV1」 「Pollen – Decay LV2」 「Delicious Nectar LV2」 「Nectar – Will LV5」 「Red Mist LV4」 「Red Moon」 「Intimidation LV1」

  【Traits】 

  [Inferno Stigma]  [Michel’s Encouragement]  [Demon Charm]  [Frostia’s Beloved Plant] [Blood Delicacy] [Michel’s Flower] 』

I let Belez have the last hit, but just by drinking the blood, I leveled up by 12 levels.

Many of the skills also leveled up, and the nectar evolved into delicious nectar.

Yes, it must be tastier now.

Also, after the ritual, I acquired a new skill.

『 「Intimidation」

  – Psychologically overwhelms the target. 』

How audacious!

As soon as I used it on Belez, seeing them flinch from the intimidation was very satisfying.

It’s great how I keep getting such cool skills.

Red Mist, Red Moon, Intimidation…

Is the Master smitten with me?

‘Hehehe.’

While dreaming of forbidden love, a butterfly drank some nectar and blushed.

A bug blushing? How absurd.

‘Don’t peek!’

These creatures seem smarter than when I first saw them…

Especially after last night’s ritual, Belez’s level has increased significantly.

They were around level 30 before, but now they’re about level 50.

It’s understandable, considering we hunted thousands of monsters.

‘Should I observe Belez?’

The Isis Flies fluttered nearby.

Except for the butterfly still blushing.

The sound has already become familiar.

At first, I thought it was disgusting…

But now, my feelings have changed.

‘Let’s see…’

A Crystal Beetle with a shimmering carapace was rolling in the snow.

It looked like it was making a snowman.

Seeing this, it was hard to believe it was a monster.

‘Butterfly… Oh…’

A Frost Moss with wings adorned with ice crystals was creating something with ice.

It looked as serious as an artist.

‘What are you doing…?’

Frost Hornets with ice stingers were threatening each other.

Perhaps a queen bee contest?

Someone might get killed…

Wait, no.

It’s just training…

‘Ants… Wow…’

Hyperborean Ants, resembling snowflakes, were marching in perfect formation.

Seeing their disciplined appearance made my heart swell with emotion.

Yes! My Royal Guard is among them!

Now, to check the new recruits, I noticed something on the radar.

‘Hm? What is it?’

Multiple traces were moving at the edge of the radar.

They were still far, so I couldn’t see clearly.

But this wasn’t the trace of a monster.

‘Could it be… humans!?’

My heart raced.

It’s my first time seeing a human!

Well, not the first time, since I saw the Master’s human form.

But this is a real human!

『 ☆☆ 【Brian】 Human LV41 』 『 ☆☆ 【Kevin】 Human LV36 』 『 ☆☆ 【Marianne】 Human LV38 』 『 ☆☆☆ 【Arthur】 Human LV96 』 『 ☆☆ 【Rian】 Human LV85 』 『 ☆☆ 【Oldin】 Human LV88 』 『 ☆☆☆ 【Hawin】 Human LV92 』

‘Level 96!? My hero was only level 83!’

Was my hero pathetic?

‘Did I see them in the game…?’

I racked my brain to remember.

But they were unfamiliar faces.

Since I only focused on 5-star heroes, the lower ones were neglected.

‘I should have checked them…’

But they might not have appeared in the game at all.

‘Huh…’

Marianne was wearing a cleric’s robe.

The holy tablet around her neck sparkled, indicating she was a follower of Michel!

‘A follower of Michel! A comrade in blood!’

My excitement was short-lived as Belez began to exude killing intent.

‘No! Absolutely not!’

I quickly fed the butterflies nectar.

‘You must not touch those humans! Especially her, she’s a follower of Michel!’

After receiving the command, Belez’s killing intent subsided.

Phew, that was close.

The humans approached, and soon they arrived at the area filled with corpses.

Their expressions froze instantly.

‘What’s wrong? Are you that scared?’

Their faces were filled with terror at the sight of Belez.

I couldn’t understand why.

They’re so cute…

The humans’ expressions grew even more rigid.

Something had to be done.

‘Ah! I can learn their language!’

It was frustrating not being able to communicate.

Though I could convey my will through nectar, it was one-way.

‘They can teach me!’

‘Aides! Bring those humans here!’

The Isis Flies elegantly fluttered around the humans.

My butterflies understood perfectly.

Then, Rian drew her bow at the butterflies.

‘Hah! Does she want to die!?’

Before I could act, Belez unleashed their killing intent.

The humans, overwhelmed, calmed down and followed the butterflies to me.

“□□…” “□□…”

What’s this?

The humans stared at me with blank faces.

Are they mesmerized by my stunning beauty?

“□□… Michel□□… □□ □□ Michel□□ □□□□□.”

Huh?

Michel?

“□□□!?” “□?” “□?”

“□□□□ □□□□.” “□ □□□ Michel□□ □□□□ □□□□.”

Marianne spoke, and the other humans gasped.

What’s wrong?

They can’t believe that I sensed Michel’s presence?

‘I’m as devout as they come!’

Having two of Michel’s traits makes me a true saintess!

‘They need to be punished for their insolence!’

I released the intimidating aura.

The humans’ faces turned pale, and their bodies trembled.

Especially Hawin’s clattering sword was quite musical.

Seeing their fearful expressions, I felt how powerful I had become.

‘Know your place!’

They calmed down, so I fed them nectar to convey my will.

Now, focus…

‘Language! Teach me!’

I didn’t want these pathetic creatures to sully me, so I created plenty of nectar without touching them.

‘Okay, eat now.’

I extended a root and pointed to the nectar.

Oldin, like an old wizard, began explaining elaborately.

Ahh!

Do I look like I’m feeding them something weird?

It’s just delicious nectar!

『 「Delicious Nectar」」

  – Creates even more delicious nectar. 』

See?

Recognizing my anger, Belez threatened the humans.

Wow.

They understood without eating the nectar.

Perhaps our bond has deepened.

The humans calmed down.

Well, except Marianne, who stepped forward and prayed.

‘Fellow followers of Michel, behave!’

I felt underestimated.

When I first saw her, I decided to spare her life.

But she doesn’t trust me at all.

‘Sigh.’

Marianne, who ate the nectar, had a blissful expression.

The others, too, ate and looked the same.

But the will wasn’t conveyed?

Why are they just savoring it!

The humans’ expressions suddenly changed.

They looked shocked and perplexed.

‘Don’t you want to learn to speak, flowers?’

After all, they were once human.

Do they know how frustrating it is not to understand the Master’s words?

The humans looked at each other and started talking.

Perhaps discussing how to teach me.

“□□□□ □□□…”

More unintelligible words.

Wait a moment.

Belez is acting strangely.

‘Hm?’

They were all tilting their heads, trying to understand the humans’ words.

As if… attempting to comprehend.

“□□ Michel□□ □□…”

Huh?

An Isis Fly fluttered its wings slightly.

Did it recognize the word “Michel”?

‘You… Could it be…’

I created a drop of nectar, and the butterfly approached.

And conveyed the will.

The butterfly… smiled.

How can a bug smile?

I saw it.

That creature definitely smirked!

‘Have you understood human language all along!?’

Several butterflies approached to drink the nectar.

Flicking their wings shyly, I was certain.

No way!

I was so frustrated all this time…

My aides, my dear butterflies…!

‘Traitors!’

The butterflies fled immediately.

Come back!

“□□□…”

The humans looked at me with confusion.

Ah, right.

Now’s not the time for this.

‘Hmph.’

Being shamed in front of the bugs was embarrassing.

Still, I realized something important.

If the butterflies can do it, so can I!

‘Let’s try again.’

I turned to Marianne.

As a follower of Michel, she’d teach me well.

Marianne opened her mouth again.

This time, she pointed to the holy tablet around her neck.

And spoke slowly, enunciating each word.

“Ma-ri-an-neu.” 

Huh?

“Marianne.” 

No, I already know your names from the status window!

That’s not what I need!

I pointed to the sky with a root.

“□-□.”

‘Hm?’

“Sky.”

Again!

“Sky.”

Marianne, like me, pointed to the sky and spoke clearly.

Then she pointed to the white snow at our feet.

“Snow.”

Aha!

A word!

That’s what I wanted!

Perhaps “sky” and “snow” will match!

The flower petals sparkled with anticipation.

Belez leaned in, eager.

Our first words…

Finally, I’m learning the language of this world!

My heart, though imaginary, raced with excitement.

Perhaps now I can understand the Master’s words as well!

Ah… How I’ve longed for this moment…!