Outside the window, the rain was pouring down.
Large raindrops pounded incessantly against the eaves, making a continuous sound.
The gloomy sky shrouded the earth, as if the whole world was immersed in a long rain curtain.
On the bed, Rudeus was still immersed in the depths of his dream.
Suddenly, I felt a warm and moist sensation sweeping across my face.
The feeling was soft, yet tinged with an indescribable strangeness.
" Eris... stop it... uh..."
He mumbled something in a daze.
But the next second, a thought suddenly flashed through my mind.
wrong!
Where did Eris get such a big tongue?
Almost instantly, Rudeus snapped back to reality and opened his eyes wide.
What came into view was a huge white dog's head.
Those bright, jewel-like eyes were staring at me intently, their gaze filled with affection and joy.
" Sacred Beast?"
He paused for a moment, then instinctively called out its name.
The giant white dog in front of him seemed to understand the young man's voice and immediately wagged its tail excitedly, the huge tail sweeping across the ground with a "thump, thump" sound.
"Woof!"
A joyful shout echoed throughout the room.
The next moment, the other two people in the room were also awakened.
To be precise, there was only one person.
Because Rujierd had already sat up, his eyes warily scanning his surroundings.
"Huh--What...?"
Eris rubbed her eyes and sat up sleepily.
She was just about to complain when she turned her head and saw the giant white dog in front of her, and she instantly perked up.
"Ah! It's a big dog!"
She exclaimed in surprise.
"Shouldn't it be staying in the temple? How did it get here?"
As soon as she finished speaking, Eris got out of bed without hesitation.
The next moment, she pounced on the Sacred Beast like a red lightning bolt, plunging directly into its soft, fluffy white fur.
Half of his body was buried.
"So soft... so comfortable..."
Eris hugged the Sacred Beast's neck, a satisfied smile on her face.
Seeing this, Rudeus roughly understood what had happened.
I should know why now.
Rudeus got out of bed and looked at Rujierd beside him.
"Let's go, let's go see the chieftain together."
"They must be anxious right now because they can't find the Sacred Beast."
At the clan chief's house.
When Rudeus appeared with the Sacred Beast, the entire room fell silent instantly.
All the beastmen focused their gazes on the Sacred Beast, their eyes filled with awe and excitement.
You mean...?
Chieftain Gustav looked at the Sacred Beast before him, then at Rudeus, his tone filled with disbelief.
" The Sacred Beast beast... came to your side on its own initiative?"
"That's true."
Rudeus nodded.
Upon hearing the other party's reply, Gustav's body trembled slightly.
Then, his eyes gradually became excited.
"That's right..."
"That's it..."
"You are the legendary savior!"
His voice rose a few decibels with excitement.
However, the people standing by looked at each other in bewilderment, clearly not understanding why the clan leader was so agitated.
"Chief."
Rudeus looked at him and asked:
"You say I am a savior of the world, could you elaborate?"
"Certainly."
Gustav took a deep breath, calmed himself, and then slowly said:
"This is an ancient tradition that has been passed down for thousands of years."
"Rumor has it that when the Sacred Beast reappears, it signifies that the world is about to face a catastrophe that could change the course of history."
"And the Sacred Beast will choose its companion and save the world together."
"And eighteen years ago, Sacred Beast suddenly appeared in the world... The world is likely about to change drastically..."
"So... the Sacred Beast is almost 18 years old?"
"That's indeed correct. The age can be counted from the time the Sacred Beast was born; it's now 18 years old," Gustav explained.
Some people were puzzled as to why Rudeus had asked such an unimportant question.
"Who passed it down?" Rujierd, who had been silent all along, suddenly asked.
His voice was deep, yet it drew everyone's attention to the issue.
Gustav's expression was solemn.
" The First Beast God -- Giga."
The words had barely left his mouth.
The expressions on everyone's faces changed slightly.
They didn't know who " Giga " was.
However, they all understood what the words " First Beast God " meant.
Those were the original founders of a race.
It is an existence that all members of the tribe will remember, revere, and forever look up to.
Rudeus paused for a moment, then slowly began to speak:
"The reason I am able to bear the name ' Primordial God ' is also due to the guidance of some ancient god."
"In the near future, the world will face an apocalyptic catastrophe."
"And my mission is to prevent all of that from happening."
"Nip disaster in the bud before it truly strikes."
His voice wasn't loud.
But every word clearly reached everyone's ears.
Eris stared at me blankly.
She didn't say anything.
As she watched my retreating figure, a complex and inexplicable emotion welled up within her.
The boy who once traveled and adventured with her now shoulders the mission of saving the world.
" Rudeus..."
She murmured softly.
On the other side...
Gustav slowly stood up, his expression solemn.
" Primordial God Genshin."
"If you ever need any help from our clan in the future, please don't hesitate to ask."
"Our clan will do everything in its power."
Just then...
Several women with animal ears entered the room carrying various kinds of food.
The sumptuous dishes emitted an enticing aroma, quickly dispelling the previous somber atmosphere.
"Alright, alright, the food is all ready."
Gustav greeted everyone with a smile.
"Please try our tribe's special cuisine."
Eris immediately perked up at the mention of food.
She picked up a chair and was the first to sit at the dining table.
The others also took their seats.
The two little girls with animal ears quickly sat down next to Rudeus, as if vying for his attention.
Looking at their adorable appearance, Rudeus couldn't help but smile.
"Is this your daughter?"
Rudeus looked at Gyes.
"Ah, yes."
Gyes nodded with a smile.
"She is my youngest daughter, Minitona."
"The other child is Tersena, the second daughter of the Adoldia Clan."
"Although we belong to different branches, we both belong to the Doldia Royal Family."
"The two sides have been allied for generations, living together in this village, so their relationship has always been very close."
"I see."
Rudeus nodded and looked at the two children.
"However, they are all very brave children."
"I heard from other rescued children that while they were imprisoned, it was these children who constantly encouraged and comforted everyone, helping them all to persevere."
"Oh? Really? Hahaha..."
Gyes paused for a moment, then burst into laughter.
" Tersena... I'm not too sure."
"But my daughter..."
"She's usually quite a mischievous little girl."
"Daddy~~!"
Minitona immediately puffed out her cheeks and retorted indignantly.
That look made you want to laugh.
Rudeus reached out and gently patted her head.
"I believe she has the potential to become an excellent swordsman."
"Should we consider having her learn swordsmanship from Eris?"
" Primordial God Impact, you flatter me."
Gyes quickly said.
"However, if she is truly interested in learning, then I'll have to trouble you Primordial God Impact."
I want to learn!
Minitona immediately raised her little hand.
"I want to be as amazing as my brother!"
"Hmph~"
Eris raised an eyebrow, a sly smile playing on her lips.
"Learning swordsmanship from me will be very tough, you know."
You might suffer a lot.
"I'm not afraid!"
Minitona clenched her fists.
"As long as I can become stronger, I'm not afraid of anything!"
At this moment, Tersena, who was sitting next to her, hesitated for a moment and whispered:
"That..."
"I want to become stronger too..."
"Oh?"
Rudeus looked at her.
"Do you want to become stronger too? Then come and learn magic from me."
"I can arrange a crash course for you to become an Advanced Rank mage."
"Hmm... I should be able to graduate in about seven days."
"What?"
Gyes was completely stunned.
"Original, Primordial God- sama..."
"Are you kidding me?"
"Seven days..."
"You mean you can make Tersena Advanced Rank mage in just seven days?"
"Certainly."
Rudeus smiled and nodded.
"This is not a difficult thing for me."
" Rudeus!"
Eris suddenly spoke.
"Then I will train this little guy into Advanced Swordsman within seven days!"
Rudeus glanced at her.
"Oh?"
"If you can really do that..."
"Then my body is yours to do as you please~"
"You said it!"
Eris's eyes lit up.
"No taking it back!"
A gentleman's word is as good as his bond.
"Hey! Hey! Hey!"
Just then...
A complaining voice suddenly came from outside the door.
"You guys, you didn't even invite us to dinner?"
Elinalise, Talhand, and Roxy walked in.
Seeing that everyone was already seated around the dining table, the two of them immediately showed an awkward expression.
Now that everyone is here.
"I'm laughing, "Gustav said.
"Then let's officially begin our meal."