Chapter 446

"Anyway, we're just a widow and her orphan, we've waited for so many years, we're used to it by now..."

Lamaline could even get serious for long, she started tormenting Maria again.

That strange smile remained on his face.

It seemed like they were deliberately trying to make Maria feel awkward and unsure of what to do.

This made Maria, who had finally managed to adjust her mood, feel guilty again.

Fortunately, the Doll beside them spoke up at the right moment.

"But this is only temporary, ma'am..."

The Doll smiled with narrowed eyes, showing no fear in the face of this person who could be definitively identified as the new mistress of Yharnam.

Perhaps you will become Yharnam's master in the future.

But now!

Yharnam has only one moon!

That's Lady Maria!

I, the Doll, obey no one but Maria's commands!

Time always rewards the patient...

The Doll chuckled softly as it stood beside Maria.

Her words seemed to be telling Lamaline to keep waiting.

Lamaline also squinted.

She was indeed surprised when she encountered the Doll on the street.

But she soon realized that the Doll in front of her was not Maria.

Now that she has seen the relationship between Maria and the Doll, she has vaguely sensed something, but she is not flustered.

"That's true... there's really no rush these next few days..."

"Um."

Maria lowered her eyes, unsure how long it would take her to fulfill her promise.

However, there were still some things she was curious about.

"You're much more lively now..."

"Um."

When this matter was brought up, Lamaline became slightly more serious.

She chuckled softly, looking at Maria in front of her.

"Although Kazdel ultimately did not last long, the lives of the Sarkaz have indeed improved considerably."

"At least, for the Banshees, they no longer need to live as warily as they used to."

"Um?"

Maria was still somewhat confused.

But Lamaline was standing to the side, suddenly spoke up.

"Since you're unwilling to meet with Aifanier directly... how about we have dinner together tonight?"

"Perfect timing, today is also a festival of family reunion in the Yan..."

Lamaline squinted and spoke with a smile.

After Maria nodded slightly.

If it's just a meal...

It shouldn't be anything serious, right?

Perhaps because of the holiday, or perhaps because there weren't many people there, the gathering was almost entirely attended by the operators who remained on Rhodes Island and Maria's entire team.

It was less of a family gathering and more of a party between Rhodes Island and Yharnam.

At this moment, the large group of members split into two sides...

On the left is the Yharnam group, led by the Doll, and consisting of the Yeti Squad, the Snowfield Guerrillas Shieldguards, and Penguin Logistics.

On the right is the Rhodes Island team, led by Amiya and others, which brings together various races and factions.

Kal'tsit is not included.

She doesn't really like overly noisy atmospheres.

Soon, with arrangements made by both leaders, both sides gradually became busy.

Although everyone was told upon arrival that this was a joyful family gathering.

But once they arrived, many people sensed that something was amiss.

And the reason for this odd situation...

These were naturally the few people who came from the main seats.

Maria sat on the left, with only Ceobe and the Doll beside her.

On the other side were Lamaline and Logos.

Above are an embarrassed Amiya and a Doctor with a "when are we eating?" look on his face.

Below them were two teams of Deep Sea Hunters, their eyes fixed intently on Maria.

He was also muttering certain words from time to time.

Although everyone couldn't hear very clearly because of the distance.

But you can also hear a few strange words.

[Teacher][Mom][Like]

Everyone sat there quietly, without exchanging words or saying anything.

The atmosphere suddenly became excessively eerie.

Those around noticed the strangeness and wisely kept their distance.

This awkward atmosphere lasted for an unknown amount of time before being broken by a soft laugh from Lamaline.

"Oh dear... there's no need for such formality on this holiday. After all, everyone around this table... is family, bound by blood."

Lamaline spoke, her tone gradually became more subtle.

Just as she had said before, she knew that Maria had been preparing to do something big... As a beneficiary of Maria's blood, she also knew that Maria's blood could indeed be used as strategic reserve equipment in a certain sense.

But...

Isn't this a lot?

I finally accepted the idea of millet, and now two more have popped up?

Still looking at you like that?

What exactly is your relationship?!

"..."

Maria didn't reply, but silently turned her head and rubbed the Ceobe beside her.

How is she supposed to explain this?

She can't explain this herself!

Even she herself didn't know what her purpose was in creating the Deep Sea Hunters.

Rather than speaking carelessly and making things complicated and out of control, it's better to choose silence.

This evasive attitude made Lamaline a little sullen.

But she didn't say much in the end, and just waited quietly for the food to be served before quietly starting to eat.

The atmosphere turned silent and awkward again.

Even the youngest, Amiya, sensed something was amiss, but the Doctor, oblivious, continued eating.

While Kal'tsit is away, I need to make sure I show off my food!

When she comes back later, I won't get to eat anything!

"Doctor..."

Amiya watched the Doctor wolf down his food, knowing the reason but feeling somewhat helpless.

Seeing that the other person suddenly choked, they carefully helped them to the side.

After swallowing a mouthful of cold water, the Doctor let out a long sigh of relief.

"Phew~ I'm alive again~"

"Doctor..."

The little black rabbit looked at the other with a hint of helplessness.

After a long silence, she carefully tugged at the Doctor's sleeve.

"What exactly happened between Ms. Maria and Miss Lamaline?"

Amiya didn't know much about what had happened in the past, but even so, she sensed that the atmosphere at the dinner table was becoming increasingly awkward.

Especially the Doll Girl and Lady Lamaline, their subtle gazes made Amiya feel afraid.

The Doctor tilted his head when he heard what the little girl said.

Fortunately, although she lost many memories of her past, her brain was not completely destroyed.

After thinking for a while, she also waved.

"It seems that... Maria was once the queen of the Banshees?"

"Huh?"

Amiya was taken aback, seemingly finding it somewhat difficult to understand.

Princess?

Whose queen?

"Lamaline's?"

The Doctor's tone was so natural, but the little rabbit beside him suddenly blushed.

She quickly tugged at the Doctor's sleeve and cautiously began to speak.

"Doctor! You can't talk about people like that!"

The little girl stood with her hands on her hips, earnestly admonishing her older guardian.

But the Doctor also looked aggrieved.

But... I didn't lie!

"Lady Lamaline and Lady Maria are both women, so how can they have the title of princess?"

Why can't we have it?

The Doctor was even more puzzled.

She looked at the little girl in front of her, her face flushed, and shook her head slightly. She reached out and gripped the girl's shoulder tightly.

"Amiya..."

"Huh?"

"As a person, you should have a broad mind... and the same goes for a rabbit."

"Doctor, you're talking nonsense again... Do you need some sanity potion?"

Amiya glanced at the Doctor, her face also flushed, looking somewhat helpless.

Regardless, she ultimately accepted what the Doctor had told her for the time being.