I love time travel the most!

As Kobayashi watched her alluring swaying figure, he couldn't help but furrow his brow.

What exactly did that gaze mean?

Chapter 197 Ari Seizes the Future

Following Freya's footsteps, the group forcefully bypassed the guards' armrests and entered the Oasis Mansion, like stars surrounding the moon.

As they walked in, everyone gasped in surprise.

The mansion, with its reflective white floors, walls inlaid with various gemstones, and surrounded by lush greenery, exudes luxury, nobility, and opulence. And now, it belongs to a goddess whose beauty, power, and demeanor perfectly match—Freya.

"What are you waiting for? Bring out all the food and drinks you have!"

The goddess, with the air of a natural superior, issued commands and directed the still-dazed businessmen, including Boffman.

She then swayed her body and climbed to the top by herself.

He walked down a long corridor, past an indoor fountain, and arrived at a platform several steps higher than the floor. He plopped down on a sofa, rested his hands on the armrests, and watched as the people below devoured the food that Boffman and his companions had brought them.

The former slaves, exhausted both physically and mentally from managing the war, felt hungry once they relaxed and began to wolf down their food.

But their uncharacteristic behavior didn't make them look bad; instead, it made people genuinely happy for them.

Because this is a celebration of the love of life.

In contrast, Boffman and his men, having bought all the slaves, were swamped with manpower. Their massive mobilization of manpower and the clearing out of all food and drink in the market threw the entire town into disarray.

The first thing this goddess did after buying the mansion was to feed the slaves she had bought.

It's less a good deed and more a matter of basic morality. After all, the beauty of the goddess of beauty stems not only from her well-known appearance but also from the character she embodies, befitting her supreme status.

"I remember a philosopher saying that the greatest use of money is not for self-gratification, but for sharing with others. Do you agree, Kobayashi?"

"........."

"If one of my close friends heard me say this, he would definitely scoff at it."

"........."

Freya looked at Kobayashi beside her.

Although his expression did not change significantly, the tense and oppressive atmosphere gradually dissipated. However, when the goddess tried to probe him with words, he remained silent.

It seems that this child (Kobayashi) is not simply kind, but rather someone who can still maintain kindness even after knowing the evil side of the world.

What an outstanding child.

Unfortunately, the inside was already in complete chaos.

At this moment, a beautiful woman with wheat-colored skin, with a fascinated look in her eyes, walked forward carrying a plate of various fruits and respectfully knelt on one knee before the goddess of beauty.

"Lady Freya, please use it!"

"Oh, thank you."

Freya smiled, picked a grape, and popped it into her mouth.

She wasn't the only one; all the handsome men and beautiful women who were bought and sold based on this kind of demand served Freya.

Kobayashi was almost pushed off the stage by their eagerness.

This was not due to coercion or seduction, but rather a spontaneous act born of deepest respect and loyalty to the beautiful goddess who rescued them.

Harem? Reverse harem?

They're all so young!

Being served by handsome men and beautiful women at the same time is a luxurious dream that ordinary people would like to realize at least once in their lives; it is truly the ultimate luxury.

Kobayashi frowned and stepped back behind the crowd.

Two children squeezed in, but they were not blamed, because they too were grateful to the goddess and offered their loyalty.

"Goddess Freya, thank you for saving us!"

Such frank gratitude perfectly represents the feelings of all former slaves.

Then--

"Please let us join your clan!"

Their innocent request was naturally intended to repay the goddess who saved them.

But no.

Although the only condition for joining Freya's Familia is that it depends on the goddess's mood, the atmosphere of the Familia is that even if a person is very talented, they may become a stepping stone for others. If immature children are thrown into it, they will definitely be eliminated and will surely have a miserable end.

Therefore, Freya refused.

Then, seeing their disappointed expressions, she said that if they could grow strong enough to make the seeds blossom and crystallize, then the goddess would gladly accept them.

Freya is a goddess who never breaks her word, even verbal agreements.

Then, starting with the children, the adults also vied to make the request. Freya treated the others the same way, assuring them that she would take them in as non-combat members, but would not grant them divine blood.

In short, it's about the relationship between God and believers.

Even though they were treated differently, their loyalty to Freya remained unwavering.

"I see, I see, that's a good method, I've really learned something."

Xiaolin muttered to herself, pinching her chin.

In general, it brings hope in times of crisis, inspiring gratitude and a pledge of loyalty.

But unlike her own crude methods of establishing a theocracy and orphanages, Freya, with her rich experience, employed more refined and sophisticated methods, and was better at winning people's hearts. Even with her good looks, her style and methods were the most important factors.

Xiaolin believes he has grasped the essence of it and will try to do the same in the future if given the opportunity.

"...Are you listening?"

The goddess's complaints rang in my ears.

Kobayashi snapped out of her daze and realized that Freya wasn't talking to her, but was instead blaming Boffman, who was exhausted and looked extremely haggard.

"Yes, yes! Goddess Freya!"

Only then did Boffman realize how difficult it was to stay by Freya's side.

but--

"Goddess Freya, not only the merchant guild, but even I am willing to devote myself to you. Therefore, when you achieve your goal, I hope I will be fortunate enough to receive your [favor]... Duhe, duhehe!"

At this moment, Boffman stared intently at Freya's beautiful legs, panting heavily as if he could smell the goddess's fragrance, while letting out a strange laugh.

This is his real purpose.

There are always some people who are so ungrateful as to expect a "reward," Freya sighed in disappointment.

It's my turn to appear.

As Kobayashi was thinking this, before he could make a move, four figures appeared silently.

"What do you want, black pig!"

"Want to be castrated, you black pig!"

"I'll gouge your eyes out, you black pig!"

"That damned black pig!"

They were the Lilliputian quadruplets.

While hurling insults, they worked together in perfect unison, kicking Boffman to the ground and pinning him down, his limbs making strange noises, like a black pig waiting to be slaughtered.

"Oh, you guys are here?" Freya said, echoing Kobayashi's question.

"We are thoroughly investigating whether there are any assassins or other unscrupulous individuals hiding inside," the leading dwarf replied, giving Kobayashi a dangerous glare.

No, it's the quadruplets staring at Kobayashi.

It's unclear whether they're blaming me for being an incompetent guard who didn't thoroughly search the mansion, or if they're jealous of my harmonious relationship with the goddess Freya and want to teach me a lesson.

as predicted.

“A black pig like him, harboring such unrealistic ambitions, has no right to stay by the side of the goddess Freya. Please wait a moment while we teach him a lesson.”

"We can't let him die, because we need someone to be our guide and our wallet."

"As ordered."

Following the goddess's instructions, the four dwarfs forcibly dragged Boffman away, and they did so all the way.

As he left, he glared at Kobayashi, feeling as if Kobayashi was hinting at something.

"Goddess Freya?! Please save me, save me!!!" Boffman cried out desperately for help, but the goddess waved her hand and responded with a smile, as if telling him to enjoy himself.

The other slaves were terrified at the sight, breaking out in a cold sweat.

It's not hard to imagine what fate awaited Boffman after he was taken away. So they put all their clever requests aside and decided to simply thank Freya.

At the end of the thanks, the girl with black hair, purple eyes, and brown skin appeared. She was the girl Freya had chosen, and perhaps the companion the goddess of beauty was seeking on this journey.

Freya's mood improved significantly after seeing Ari.

"You came."

"...Thank you for saving my life."

Ari looked very nervous and said the same words of thanks as the others. Her right hand instinctively wanted to place on her chest and kneel down, but she suddenly stopped halfway and bowed in an awkward but proper way.

The girl is not simple.

Freya narrowed her eyes slightly upon seeing this, but asked in a relaxed tone, "Ari, are you feeling alright?"

"Thanks to you, I'm much better now..."

In contrast, Ari's way of speaking was inexplicably unnatural, as if she was wary of something.

Little did they know, they had already been exposed.

However, Freya found all of this very amusing, and her smile deepened as she lifted Ari's chin and brought her in front of her.

The two were so close that their lips would accidentally touch.

Freya's divine silver eyes stared directly at Ari, her lips moving slightly as she exhaled a mesmerizing fragrance, speaking with endless allure: