Chapter 3: After the battle
(Ryoto's pov)
Karen: "4...3...2...1..."
I gritted my teeth for the incoming pain.
Ryoto: "Gogh!"
When I got the eyes, it wasn't as bad as I was feeling now, but I still felt my muscles expanding and compressing themselves. It was strange that my whole body going through a significant change is less painful than just my eyes, but they are God's eyes after all. It still left me without energy, though.
I felt slight tingling in the back of my head. Was that a spider-sense?
Lala: "Ryoto! Are you alright?"
Lala launched herself into me, crashing into me in the process. She then proceeded to shake me as hard as she could.
Lala: "Are you alright? What happened? Why were you in pain?"
Ryoto: "St-op sha-king me."
She really is strong. I have Spider-man's physique and still feel sick by her shaking.
Lala let go of me.
Ryoto: "Everything is okay. I'm not used to using my eyes, so it took more of me than I expected. If I rest for a bit, I'll recover."
Lala: "Really?"
Ryoto: "Really, really."
I patted her head.
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*PING*
*NEW TITLE ACQUIRED*
Title: "Headpats Beginner"
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I'll ask Karen about it later.
Ryoto: "I'm a little ashamed to ask, but can you help me return home. I don't think I can go back on my own."
I couldn't even stand up by myself.
Lala: "Sure!"
We went back to my room without saying anything, but it didn't feel awkward. It just felt... right.
In the room, I finally sat on the bed. I recovered enough to at least walk, but I still need a whole night of sleep to be at 100%... or that's what I feel. I'm not an expert, and I've never been in a similar situation, but my recovery rate is slightly increased, so I'm hoping for it.
Lala: "Hey, Ryoto."
Ryoto: "Yes?"
Lala: "Thank you. I'm happy that you saved me, but you should also think about yourself more."
I waved my hand.
Zastin: "Fufu... I went through-"
As Zastin went through his speech, I leaned towards Lala and whispered.
Ryoto: "Who is this guy?"
I, of course, knew who he was, but it would be strange for me to have this information.
Lala: "His name is Zastin, and he is servant and guardian of Devilukean royalty."
Zastin: "...but! This is it!! Lala-sama, come back to planet Deviluke with me!!"
Lala: "Nyeeeeeh!! I won't go back. I have a reason not to!!"
Zastin: "What is your reason."
Lala pointed at me.
Lala: "I...! I fell in love with this guy here, Ryoto!! So I'll marry Ryoto and live with him on Earth!"
Zastin: "..."
Zastin's eyes were cold for a moment, but it quickly changed.
Zastin: "I see, so that's how it is. I was wondering about it when I heard the report from my men. They said that an earthling tried to rescue Lala-sama but... they were defeated by a... creature in mostly white clothes that tried to... I shouldn't say it before Lala-sama."
When he started talking about his men, he clenched his fist hard. They probably will be looking for the said creature, but it won't be possible to find him. Mil-tan is not on this Earth after all, but the memory will be with them forever.
Lala: "Now that you know, go back and tell daddy! I'll never go back, nor will I meet any future husband candidates!!"
Zastin: "No, it's not that simple. I, Zastin, have received an order from the king of Deviluke to take you back... I won't be able to face the king if I go home after approving the marriage of a suspicious earthling and Lala-sama."
Lala: "Then what can we do?"
Lala asked, still hoping to convince Zastin.
Zastin: "Please stay back Lala-sama."
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*PING*
*NEW QUEST*
Mission: "Duel for the hand of the princess"
Objective 1: Defeat Zastin in battle.
Reward: "300 SP, Gate of Babylon."
Failure: "You'll try to Rickroll at any possible occasion.
Duration of punishment: One week.
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At that moment, my spider-sense started going crazy.
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