Case 187: Prelude to a disaster.

Case 187: Prelude to a disaster.

Spring is here.

The blistering cold that didn't affect us too much is now replaced by a warm atmosphere, and it doesn't snow anymore. It has been close to seven months since we first arrived in this world. Everyone else and I are more or less used to living in the modern world, though as elves, we occasionally visit forests to replenish our energy.

We have been told that today, the morning cooking show I did with Emy will finally be aired on national television. Sitting together with fellow participants of this trial in my room, we are now waiting for it in front of the TV.

Noticing Liana is swiping her phone intently, I curiously poke her side.

''What are you watching?''

She keeps her eyes still and replies. ''News. At this point, a few outlets have picked up on the porn thing already.''

''Oh, really?''

Admittedly, uploading those videos onto the internet is exceptionally addicting. One, my most embarrassing states are being watched by hundreds of thousands of people, adding a feeling similar to exhibitionism into it, and two, I get to show the manifestation of our love, that being lovemaking, to everyone.

I have to start looking for alternatives once we get out of here. I'm not giving up on this incredible experience.

''It's not only Sylvie.'' Liana continues. ''They've pinpointed me, the lizard, and Anna as well, based on the fact that we raid together and our appearances match.''

Hearing that, Sariel and Anna just react lukewarmly. I guess they don't care.

''Wait, are they going to speculate on Emy and Tina as well?'' I ask.

''They have, just not confirmed.'' Liana shrugs.

"Emy is probably fine, but will it affect Tina...?" I look over at my redheaded lover.

Tina has indeed been blowing up recently, gaining over a ton of fans, and is the number one rising star of the industry. If she were to be seen with me and they connected the dots...

''Well? This is certainly interesting.'' Sariel says with her usual smile.

''Yeah, I'm curious as to what monsters will appear in it.'' I reply.

''It's been a while since we had this kind of thing to play with~!'' Liana stretches out excitedly.

Then, Emy suddenly pinches my cheek lightly, turning my attention to her.

''I want to go as well.'' She says.

Raids can indeed prolong for an extended period, and food becomes an irreplaceable part of them as time goes on. Having Emy there to cook for us will be beyond ideal, not to mention that she is probably stronger than most hunters out there.

''Sure, why not?'' I press my cheek against her palm. ''Oh, how about you, Tina?''

''I'll also go.'' Tina replies. ''I'm afraid I'll get rusty at this rate.''

So we'll all be joining it. Neat.

As the days pass, this particular gate, which is subsequently named B-95, is receiving increasing coverage, and the whole country is panicking over it.

By the way, I don't even know what country this is. It's not Japan, Everwood, or Aragon. I don't even know its name. I guess this mess is too hard to name.

Either way, this gate has managed to garner even international interest due to just how stupidly large it is. While the government is actively trying to hire hunters outside of the country, some have voluntarily come over to fight for the rewards they can reap from this.

Exactly three days after the emergency news aired, we are currently gathered inside the hunter HQ with every key hunter in this raid. There are an estimated a hundred of them here, each on the ranks of high A to S or even higher.

For whatever reason, we got the seats exactly opposite the huge screen at the super large table, so now we look like the boss of all this. I like it, but others clearly don't.

Just slap your egos down, idiots. Learn the art of submission like I did, and you'll be loved by dommy mommies!

Nevertheless, after waiting for about fifteen minutes, a professional-looking dude enters the room and the briefing starts.