Chapter 22 Black Ghost

I advanced past Uluru Hill toward the Gamur Wasteland. This kind of expedition journey was familiar now.

But it was also a bit of a shame. If only I had a ride.

’Isn’t there a horse that runs as fast as a motorcycle? Ha, I should search the territory later to see if there are any rides.’

Actually, I preferred walking everywhere. The original Lucian did.

This was also due to Aunt’s training.

To train oneself by traveling long distances back and forth without relying on a ride.

Aunt, you truly are a constructive person. But I find this time boring.

On the way, I passed rivers and crossed several ridges. Even so, I didn’t get tired.

Given the nature of this mission, I must have been given plenty of time again.

It’s truly a boring time, but who do I have with me?

"What is?"

"Goddess, if it’s not rude, could I hear why humans betrayed you?"

If she knows the reason, that is. Humans are mortals. In comparison, gods are transcendent, immortal beings.

Their ways of thinking are polar opposites. The gap would be greater than between a man and a woman.

However, the reason I was asking this was because it seemed strange no matter how I thought about it.

According to history, I had never seen records of humans betraying the Goddess.

This was content I hadn’t seen in the game or the original world setting.

For humanity to dare abandon a god. How could that be?

Isis was silent. Was it a sensitive issue after all?

Thud, thud, thud.

Crossing the stepping stones, I threw pebbles toward the river. They skipped nicely across the water, bouncing lightly.

"Ooh-cha, you don’t have to tell me. I just want Goddess to be comfortable."

Right, whatever the matter. I just wished for Goddess to be comfortable.

"Oh... really?"

After hearing her answer, I scratched my cheek. Memories that disappeared with her power.

So this is what she meant when she said she could easily deal with the Lord and his subordinates during our first meeting.

’That must be incredibly uncomfortable. She’s a goddess, yet she lost her power and her memories are incomplete. Living day by day might be a continuous torment.’

Then Isis asked me.

"Haha, is there a need to ask for permission? Do as you wish, Goddess."

At my answer, the Goddess popped out in front of my eyes. It felt somewhat like a magical girl.

It felt like I hadn’t seen her in a long time. Isis was still exuding that unique arrogant yet elegant aura of a goddess.

"Humph, well... have you been well?"

"What kind of greeting is that? Hahat. I’ve been well! You know, right?"

"Tsk, I know! Don’t you humans ask for greetings like this?"

"To try to learn and understand the ways of mortals. I am deeply grateful."

Showing respect, I lowered my head. Then Isis crossed her arms and snorted.

"Humph, that’s right. Know that it is an honor, Apostle."

Damn it, that cuteness is a foul. No matter how I think about it, Goddess seems to be the best.

We walked like that. To meet the Black Ghost.

I subtly turned my head. Isis’s ample breasts naturally swayed with every step she took.

Beyond the sheer fabric, I could see a faint glow from her womb tattoo.

Even so, I didn’t get an erection. Strangely, she was calm.

"Still, you are the only one who thinks of me, Apostle."

"Well, isn’t that obvious? I’m the only one who knows Goddess has awakened."

"No, actually, there might be more."

"...More? Who?"

Who else is there? Ah, since she’s a goddess, maybe she has family too?

"I don’t remember either, but if a god has messengers or errand-runners, who would they be?"

’Like angels? Now that I think about it, she’s a goddess, but doesn’t she have priests or subordinates?’

If I think about it, I haven’t heard any talk of priests or followers who serve Isis.

Huh, that’s strange. Isis hesitated for a moment, then shook her head.

"I think I might have had family too, but my memories are faint."

"You don’t need to force yourself to remember. I will try harder. As I grow more, I will be of help to Goddess."

At my words, the Goddess stopped. She, who had been quietly gazing at me, suddenly hugged me tightly.

"Ha?!"

"Haa-eung♥ Even if you are my Apostle, to be so dignified and manly! I am a blessed Goddess!"

Two large, firm masses of flesh pressed against chest.

Even so, it wasn’t painful, but happy. I felt like I would go to heaven even if I suffocated to death with her boobs.

Then Isis let me go.

"Humph, don’t misunderstand. It’s natural. I, I hugged you, it was just, um, just...."

"I wish Goddess to be happy."

At my words, the Goddess looked at me as if surprised. After seeming to think for a moment, she smiled sweetly.

"As I said before, if you become stronger, I will regain my power and memories accordingly."

"Yes, that’s why I always vow to do my best. Because Goddess’s happiness is my happiness!"

A flush of blood instantly rushed to Isis’s face. Meaning she blushed.

We moved forward again. She, who had been silent for a moment, turned her head.

"Humph, I know such things without you saying them! Your lust is also my lust. You foolish Apostle!"

What the hell is she saying? Is she doing this on purpose?

She’s too lovely. Damn it, I want to knock her down right now and shove my dick into her firm pussy.

’So lovely. Goddess Mama is the truth, after all!’

I unconsciously drooled. As we ascended the gentle hill, finally, a mansion could be seen below.

Its size was quite large. It looked larger than our Lord’s mansion.

"So that’s it."

There was just one mansion all alone in the forest. It somehow created a disharmony with the surrounding forest environment.

Since it hadn’t been maintained for a long time, vines covered it in places, and the roof was broken in parts.

Not just an abandoned house, but like a haunted house, it was very hideous.

"I can’t believe anyone lives there. Does a ghost really live there?"

"Huhu, then I shall exorcise it. Just a mere minor ghost!"

I liked the Goddess’s spirited appearance. Isis looked down at the mansion and evaluated it.

"Anyway, it’s crude."

"It probably wasn’t like that originally. Still, if two people lived there, wouldn’t it be cozy? Haha."

"Two, two people? Who do you want to live with... to say that?!"

The Goddess, pretending not to show it, was very flustered. Should I tease her a little?

"With Aunt. I have to be filial, right?"

At my answer, Isis blinked for a moment, then turned her back to me.

"Humph, idiot, fool, monkey!"

I hugged her from behind.

"Hehehe, of course, I’d live with Goddess! You were surprised, weren’t you?"

"Tsk, it’s obvious you’re making up words in a hurry."

"No, I’m not! Later, when I become independent from my aunt, I’ll build a house with Goddess in a place like that and spend all day having sex. I think that’s what love and happiness are!"

At my words, the Goddess’s entire body temperature began to rise. And she trembled.

"Ugh, ugh... I shall go!"

Isis spiritualizing again. Oh, is she really sulking?

’I’ll be waiting.’

Then her voice was heard.

’Ah, cute. Teasing Goddess Mama is the most fun. It’s thrilling!’

It was too much of a contrast to her fierce appearance during our first meeting. Perhaps that’s what being a god is like.

If you don’t know them, they’re intimidating, but once you get close and know them, they’re friendlier than anyone.

I went down. I thought it was time for silence, but then.

"Yes?"

"Oh, that’s interesting? Yes, I understand. My Goddess!"

It was quite a sudden remark. So there was a temple after all.

’Does she want to show me something? Cute. Sex there?.’

As I approached the mansion, I saw a shattered carriage, and scattered white bones, whether human or animal, lay around.

Several boxes were broken, and the food inside was emitting a rotten stench. It was gruesome in many ways.

’The smell is really foul.’

Now, this is important. Why did Lewia specifically tell me to drive out the beast-kin here?

’Isn’t there something important in this vicinity, or in the mansion?’

Just in case, I searched the surroundings. While searching near the carriage, as I cleared away some white bones, a ledger appeared.

I examined it and was surprised.

’This is the ledger of the Lord of the neighboring territory? Huh, what is this?’

I couldn’t believe my eyes. The contents were entirely about everything from drugs to human trafficking, and even collusion with bandit groups.

Looking down at the ledger, I clicked my tongue.

’What the, according to the setting, the Lord of the neighboring territory is a diligent and sincere person, unlike our Lord. Why is something like this here? It doesn’t look manipulated.’

There’s no reason to manipulate something like this. But is the Lord of the neighboring territory really such a person?

On every crime, the Lord’s seal was stamped. This was undeniable.

’Wow, there’s no one to trust in this world. Trash bastard.’

’No. Even if I die right now, I trust Goddess for sure!’

I immediately put the ledger into my ring.

’This is a jackpot. I can do something with this, can’t I? Something useful. Hehe.’

Even I thought I was smiling quite slyly. But a question arose.

This is truly important. It was the secret shame of a Lord of an entire territory.

’Why haven’t they recovered this yet? Isn’t it incredibly important?’

Even in reality, if a scandal like this breaks out, that politician or celebrity would be as good as socially buried.

But the Lord couldn’t possibly not know this, right? Why did they leave it neglected?

Looking at the white bones around, it seemed quite some time had passed since this happened. The fact that it was left neglected even after time passed means?

’They must have been unable to recover it even if they wanted to.’

Chraaak...

I heard a presence outside. As I pulled myself out of the carriage, a bronze-skinned woman with rabbit ears was gazing at me.

Wild, black hair splayed in all directions, a style with some hair tied up, slightly long side hair.

Well-tanned skin beauty, and jewel-like orange eyes.

By her firm yet thin clothes, even her ample breasts, whose lines were fully revealed.

She looked quite wild and open. Moreover, her perked-up rabbit ears were charming. Enough to make me want to touch them.

However, I couldn’t look at her lustfully. Instead, I was horrified.

’They said there was a Black Ghost, is it really that woman? It seems certain.’

Near her solar plexus, three lights were visible. Meaning she was a Runner Late-stage.

Unconsciously, I clenched my hand.

’If such a sensitive ledger were to become known to the world, nothing good would come of it, and the reason they still haven’t recovered this is because of

that!’

Only then did I discover there were more corpses scattered around. Did these corpses starve to death here?

No. They must have been killed by someone.

The Black Ghost grinned. Her pure white teeth were charmingly revealed.

"Heehee, a human has appeared again?! And quite a beauty, aren’t you? Still, since you’re a male, I’ll eat you well!"

"What the hell are you talking about. There are many people who are uncomfortable because you’re here, you know? Please move aside. Let’s end this gently."

"Get lost. If you don’t like it, prove it with your skill. Kiddo."

"Skill?"

"Yeah, who knows? If you beat me, this Black Ghost might even have sex with you? Hehe!"

This is a complete crazy bitch. Drawing my sword, I pointed it at the Black Ghost.

"Alright, I’ll make you swoon."

With my sword in hand, I charged at her.