A crossover anime/manga series, starting with Kaguya's fiancé.

Eina didn't finish her sentence, but her meaning was clear.

"Secondly, the Astrea Familia has recently risen to prominence."

She pointed to the poster on the wall that had been plastered all over the city.

"They are the symbol of justice and the most coveted clan among all adventurers in the city. However, they are currently busy preparing for their wedding, and the number of people applying to join the clan has filled the entire block, so they may not have time to accept newlyweds for the time being."

Dongtang Daohua nodded in understanding.

She came here not to pursue fame or fortune.

Rather, it was to find a way back.

Seeing that she had a lukewarm reaction, Eina recommended several other mid-tier clans, including the Hephaestus clan, which was famous for its forging, but Touka politely declined them all.

Eina was in a bit of a dilemma.

Although the woman in front of me did not display her abilities, her composure was far from that of an ordinary newcomer.

But her requirements were very vague.

She pondered for a moment, then suddenly thought of something.

"Perhaps... there is another option."

Eina pulled out a slightly worn file from the bottom.

"They are not large, and you could even say they are somewhat...poor. But the atmosphere within the clan is excellent, and the members are like family. Their chief deity is also a god from the Far East, who is very upright and deeply trusted by the members."

"Takemikazuchi clan".

"Buzz!"

It felt as if an electric current was passing through Toudou Touka's mind.

Takemikazuchi.

She knew that name all too well.

That was the ultimate secret of her swordsmanship, which she had not yet fully mastered.

It is the strongest move that resonates with lightning deep within her soul, and it is called Takemikazuchi.

This is the god I'm most familiar with since I inexplicably came into this world.

The glasses on her nose couldn't seem to conceal the sudden gleam in her eyes.

She interrupted Eina, who was about to continue her introduction, by leaning forward slightly.

"This is it."

"We want to join the Takemikazuchi Kinka."

Eina was stunned.

She had prepared a whole speech, ready to introduce several other smaller families with better conditions.

But the other party made a decision after hearing only one name.

It happened so fast that it caught her off guard.

“Miss Toudou Touka,” Eina tried to confirm, “the Takemikazuchi Familia is currently…in a poor economic situation, and the resources they can provide are limited. With your abilities, you certainly have better options…”

"no need."

Toudou Touka stood up and bowed slightly to Eina.

"My decision will not change. Please tell me the address of Takemikazuchi."

Eina stopped trying to persuade her.

"I understand."

She nodded and began writing on the document; "This is the location of the Takemikazuchi clan's residence. If you need anything, come to the guild to find me anytime."

"Thank you." After receiving the address, Toudou Touka politely thanked him and left with Welf.

...

The residence of the Astrea Familia

Alexandra stood with her hands on her hips, directing several hired helpers as they set up the long table for the wedding.

Lyra and Isca argued over the color of a ribbon, with one insisting on using the black that Kaguya represented, while the other believed that the wedding must be pure white.

The effects of 50 million fares were immediate.

Lynn's fatigue has completely disappeared, and she has basically recovered.

He was basking in the sun by the window when he happened to see Kaguya and Ryu sitting on a bench under a tree.

Liu was holding a list, seemingly checking the names of the guests.

Kaguya simply sat quietly, her gaze drifting towards the busy figures in the distance.

"You just entrusted the wedding decorations to Alexie like that?" Liu's voice was soft, but it reached Lynn's ears clearly. "The things she chose may not suit your taste."

Upon hearing this, Kaguya's lips curled into a very faint smile.

That smile no longer held its usual sharpness, but rather a gentle warmth that had settled in.

"It doesn't matter."

"I've never thought about these things. I've never thought about getting married."

She paused, her gaze seemingly passing through the noisy courtyard and landing on some unseen place.

"It's unbelievable, I'm getting married the day after tomorrow. Now that I think about it, the most important thing about a wedding is the 'people'."

"The person who will become my husband in the future is the most important."

Liu nodded, seemingly understanding but not quite.

She put down the list and thought of the traditions of her race;

"When we elves have a wedding, we must have the most beautiful flower crown."

"It is woven from many different kinds of flowers, and the wedding venue will be covered with flowers."

Kaguya's eyes flickered, as if some memory had been stirred.

She muttered to herself unconsciously.

"Flowers..."

"My favorite is the moonflower."

"However, Orario didn't."

Liu stopped moving; "Moonflower? Those small white flowers that shimmer in the sunlight?"

Kaguya looked at her with some surprise; "You knew?"

“Yes.” Ryu nodded. “When I first arrived in Orario, I came from the east. I saw that flower in the forest of Bio Valley.”

“Bio Valley?” Kaguya frowned. “The Bio Valley where the black dragon scales are kept?”

101. Don't mention taking a bath again. (53 Book Club)

Bio Valley.

Legend has it that the scales that mercenary king Albert lost during his battle with the fairy Aria against the black dragon fell to that spot.

But over the years, many people have searched for it, yet found nothing.

In addition, there were some monsters that roamed the valley before the Tower of Babel existed, but because there were many adventurers searching for them, many of the monsters were eliminated.

In the core area alone, there are several powerful monsters.

Ryu nodded. "Yes, it's the valley where the black dragon scales are stored."

Kaguya shook her head;

"It's too far."

"The round trip will take at least three days. Everyone's injuries have just healed, and there are still many things to prepare. Let's forget about it."

She stood up, patted the wrinkles off her clothes, and regained her usual capable demeanor.

"Let's not talk about this anymore. I'm going to check on that idiot Layla."

Liu watched her departing figure without saying anything more.

Lynn, leaning against the window, listened to every word of the conversation.

……

After a long while, Ryu was alone sorting through the gifts brought by the guests.

A figure appeared silently beside her.

“Liu”.

Liu turned around and saw it was Lynn.

"I want to go to the Bio Valley."

Ryu's pupils contracted slightly. She glanced around and lowered her voice.

"You were eavesdropping on our conversation?"

Lynn showed no embarrassment whatsoever; on the contrary, she appeared self-righteous.

"You've seen my body, and I've seen yours. It's just a few words, it's nothing."

He took a step forward, closing the distance between them; "And that wasn't eavesdropping, I just happened to overhear it."

A blush crept onto Liu's cheeks, and she turned her head away. "Don't mention taking a bath again."

“That’s not important.” Lynn’s voice became serious. “Take me to Bio Valley.”

“It’s too late,” Liu retorted immediately. “The wedding is the day after tomorrow.”

Lynn's lips curled up. "The flying mounts of the Ganesha Familia, remember them?"

"Rent the fastest one, and you can make a round trip in a day."

"There's definitely enough time."