Three Companion Services 1/2

Mist swirled in the forest, and the bushes connecting the path rustled softly.

A moment later, two figures, one large and one small, emerged from the depths of the cave and arrived at a clear body of water.

"So, this is your home?"

"Now, why did you invite me here? Can't you at least explain why?"

Samael shrunk the Nymphs Daphne, who was sitting on his shoulder, to about three inches in size, pinched her wings, and lifted her down.

The small building in front, mainly composed of trees, vines, and stones, adorned with flowers and plants, and decorated with seashells and gemstones, has a distinct flavor of the Ziehan School and Rococo style.

I don't know what got into this girl, but she insisted on inviting him to her house today. As for the specific reason, she kept stammering and wouldn't say it on the way.

This left the ancient snake completely bewildered and quite puzzled.

"Ugh, you're so long-winded, go inside, go inside!"

Having broken free from Samael's grasp, amidst the flickering light, Nymphs of normal size appeared.

Daphne went around behind the ancient snake, muttering something as she pushed and shoved the guest into the hut.

"Wait, I can do it myself. Your door is so small, you're going to bump into it! You're going to bump into it!"

As the snake was forced to move forward, it quickly lowered its body and shrank its head, speechless at the sight of the rough and unruly little Nymph.

If it weren't for the fact that you helped me out, I would have hung you up and whipped you to death with a rattan cane!

Samael's face darkened, and before entering the door, he didn't forget to give Daphne a soft reminder.

"It's settled then, this is the final condition. Don't bother me all the time in the future."

"Fine, fine, you stingy thing! Anyway, your place isn't fun at all!"

Daphne, who had a mischievous streak, pushed Samael by the back and used all her strength to lure the guest into her home.

Upon entering, the room, which had been Magecraft expanded, was even more spacious and expansive than expected.

Some strange and unusual flowers and plants, the skeletons of magical beasts, and the shells of aquatic creatures were all placed in various places by Daphne, who had a slight hoarding habit, as decorations.

The fledgling that the girl just got yesterday is now in a rattan cage in front of the window, drinking from the spring and chewing on tender meat, and its condition has improved considerably.

Further inside, a small bed with a soft plant base and petals covering the top is faintly visible through the doorway.

In conclusion, the internal structure perfectly matches the racial preferences of Nymphs: fresh, self-assured, and beautiful.

As soon as Daphne sat down on the rustic rattan chair, she chattered excitedly towards the kitchen where her mother was preparing the meal, as if she wanted to take credit.

"Cousin, cousin, I've caught this guy."

Cousin? Is anyone else at home?

Just as Samael was filled with doubt, a goddess with an elegant demeanor, dressed in a light brown gauze dress and blindfolded, walked gracefully towards him, carrying tea and wild fruit.

After politely nodding to each other, the three took their seats, and the goddess exuded a serene and solemn aura.

Even Daphne, who is usually a bit of a wild child, sat obediently next to the Blonde Goddess, with her hands on her knees, like a docile baby.

At that moment, the girl looked at the Blonde Goddess with sparkling eyes, full of admiration and longing, clearly having already regarded her as a role model to be close to and emulate.

The ancient snake picked up a cup of tea, took a small sip, and the refreshing and sweet taste blossomed on the tip of its tongue, flowing down its throat and surging through its limbs and bones.

Samael looked down at the light cup between his fingers, made of a trumpet-shaped flower with a slender tube. The nectar inside was probably a mixture of nectar and dew.

It seems that even in the primitive age of gods, there was no shortage of ways to enjoy life.

Immediately, his thoughts returned to normal, and the ancient snake smiled and asked.

"Excuse me..."

"Astraea, just call me by my name."

The Blonde Goddess smiled gently and responded.

Astraea? That name... it sounds vaguely familiar, but I feel like I've heard it somewhere before.

Samael twirled the flower-shaped teacup, a hint of confusion unconsciously creeping into his eyes, and his brow furrowing slightly.

However, neither the old nor the new Ten Main Gods seem to have this name?

In the end...

"Samael? Samael!"

Just as the ancient serpent was lost in thought, a series of increasingly loud shouts came from beside him, instantly waking him up.

"Astraea is talking to you! Tch, how rude!"

The Nymphs Daphne, with her hands on her hips, stood up and leaned close to his ear, her expression slightly displeased.

"Excuse me, is there something wrong?"

Astraea gently tugged at Daphne beside her, pulling the indignant girl back to her original position, and turned to Samael, asking curiously.

"It's nothing, it's a beautiful name, it means 'stars,' right?"

The ancient snake snapped out of its daze, smiled apologetically, and banished the distracting thoughts from its mind. It sat upright, deciding not to dwell on the name.

It's important to understand that even in the technologically advanced era of the Greek World, figuring out the pantheon of gods and memorizing the names of the corresponding mythological figures was an incredibly difficult task.

He wasn't a professional expert in Greek theology, and with so much time having passed, it's inevitable that he would have overlooked some things.

Since it's not a core entity related to my plans, like the old or new Ten Main Gods, then forget about it.

Besides, the relatives recommended by Daphne shouldn't have any major malicious intent.

Even so, the rather cautious Samael still paid a little more attention, and after slightly organizing his thoughts, he opened his mouth to ask.

"So, you're looking for me? Is there anything I can do to help?"

It was clear that it wasn't Daphne who wanted to bring him here from near the cave, but Astraea.

The Star Goddess nodded subtly, bent down and took out a wooden board divided into squares, stained with black paint, from under the table. In the two open boxes, there were also chess pieces carved with the outlines of black.

"I'm sorry, Daphne might be a bit impatient; I didn't explain things clearly on the way."

"I just think this game is very interesting and I want to learn more about its Rules."

Chess...

He made this little gadget on the spot to get rid of that brat.

So it turns out it was all about playing chess.

Samael's lips twitched inwardly, speechless, and he felt a sense of relief.

After all, what major risks could there be in something like this?

The corresponding chess pieces were all given the names and appearances of existing monsters, making it more like a game of animal chess that retains the basic Rules than chess.

Samael took the Black Faction pieces and began to explain and arrange them. While Astraea got up to go back into the house, he took off his veil and gazed at the Nymphs beside her.

"By the way, didn't I already teach you the general Rules?"

Daphne's face stiffened, and her expression immediately fell.

"Astraea is too amazing. After three rounds, I kept losing, and she kept asking me a bunch of Rules details. It wasn't fun at all."

"You're the one who created this, how would I know?"

Samael chuckled and rolled his eyes.

"So you sold me out?"

"Isn't it just that you're the only one with a high skill level?"

Daphne, slightly embarrassed and ingratiating, then took the fledgling eagle out of the cage and sneaked to the door.

"Hey! This is your home, where are you going?"

Samael looked bewildered, the chess piece in his hand frozen in mid-air.

"Playing chess is boring! I made a promise with Krina to go find food for these children!"

Daphne darted out of the room as if fleeing, rushing towards Bidunlin without looking back.

So you dragged me here just to be a shield for your cousin so you could go out and have fun?

The ancient serpent stared at the wide-open door and Daphne, who had long since vanished, speechless.

Well, the so-called "three companions" must mean accompanying someone to eat, drink, and play.

Inside the room, Samael gazed at the surging waves that squeezed into his eyes across the room, his expression solemn as he sat upright.

And... staring straight ahead!