Me, a priest? How could that be!

Chapter 161 Letter

"Oh, miss, you've already done so much? No matter how you look at it, it's done perfectly. Your technique of cleaning the floor with a mop is an art form; it's such a waste that you're an adventurer."

"As expected of the hot spring owner, she has excellent taste! But I'm sorry, I can't quit my job as an adventurer, because everyone needs me as the high priest!"

Aqua said this with great pride.

The hot spring owner fell into deep thought. After all, it was a higher-level job, yet he was working at a hot spring inn. There must be some important reason for it. Moreover, he had helped solve the hot spring's problem, so he should be paid more.

He knew for a moment that it was Aqua who had saved the town, and as someone who made a living from a hot spring inn, he naturally wouldn't forget this kindness.

Aqua left the hot spring inn after receiving her wages.

She stretched out a big yawn.

"This job is really great! Working and earning money like this makes me feel alive! Okay, let me see how much I'm paid today! Wow, the pay is so much! In that case, I'll take a little break before I go back."

When Aqua saw that the wages were higher than expected, her mind started to wander again; she really wanted to drink some sparkling wine to relieve the day's fatigue. But soon, she shook her head.

No, no!

This means we'll be broke again!

I need to plan how to use this money carefully, otherwise Charlotte will laugh at me again.

I'll save it for now. I need to work hard to save money for a while, so I won't drink bubble tea for a bit. I also need to do some missions. I need to be patient a little longer until the Demon King's army officers distribute their bounties.

However, there is also this saying in the doctrines of Axis: "You need not endure. Drink when you want to drink, eat when you want to eat, for you may not be able to eat the same things tomorrow!"

As the goddess of the Axis religion, how can I allow the doctrines to be distorted! For the sake of my followers, I cannot tolerate this!

Aqua clenched her fist and said cheerfully, "Then let's use this money to buy a drink right away! Drinking sparkling wine after work is the ultimate enjoyment! Oh, and since this is a rare opportunity, let's invite Charlotte and the others too!"

"Hey! Since you've decided to save money, you better hold back!"

"—Charlotte?"

When she saw Charlotte walk out from the side, she blinked strangely, then, as if she had just realized something, said, "Were you worried about me, so you followed me?"

"—Yes, I'm worried you'll do something stupid."

"Here we go again. If you're worried about me, just say so directly. Why are you being so sneaky?"

Aqua said this with a chuckle.

This guy—

Her self-esteem is so high that it makes you want to slap her.

"By the way, Charlotte, what about us?"

"Go."

"I haven't said it yet."

"Aren't we going for drinks? Let's go, it's on me."

"See, I told you to be more honest."

"Too verbose."

Aqua ran up happily and grabbed Charlotte's arm—even though the cloak shoved her, she hugged him tightly.

evening.

Although the Adventurers' Guild in Alcanredia is different from the guild in Axel, it is just as lively and full of the atmosphere of adventurers, making people feel very relaxed.

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"Well then, I'll perform my next move! Flowers, birds, wind, and moon!!"

"Wow! That's amazing! That rainbow, so beautiful it's like it's cleansing your soul, is incredible no matter when you see it!!"

"That's awesome!! Show us a few more tricks!"

"A few more moves! A few more moves! A few more moves!" N

The adventurers rose up in protest.

"I'm getting excited too!" Aqua said, stepping onto a table in the center of the crowd and flashing a big smile. "Today, I'll show you my special trick—watch me!"

Her talent is unmatched.

Cecily was incredibly adoring, constantly chanting things like "Aqua-sama is the best."

The other adventurers were also amazed.

One of the adventurers couldn't help but shout, "Hey, how did you even do that?!"

"I can't tell you the technique, this is the goddess's true secret weapon!!"

I had absolutely no idea why she was so proud.

The people sitting in the corner also looked somewhat helpless.

Huihui exclaimed, "They're practically street performers! People keep throwing tips at them."

"Yeah, if we collect them all, it should be enough to pay for tonight's drinks, right?" Darkness couldn't help but sigh.

It's practically like paying for incense.

From this perspective, she certainly has the look of a goddess.

However, Aqua also livened up the atmosphere, which Charlotte and the others found quite enjoyable.

After a while, Aqua returned from the crowd, seemingly satisfied. Wiping the sweat from her brow, she said, "How was it? My performance was pretty good, wasn't it? I guess that's increased the number of people who see me as a follower of the goddess quite a bit now."

"That's hard to say—"

Charlotte twitched her lips. After all, this guy had a precedent to follow; those people might think Aqua was a crazy woman. Besides, it was impossible for a goddess to be taken seriously because of her talent performance—even if Aqua's talent was extraordinary.

Kazuma Sato leaned closer and said, "Never mind all that for now. Just accept everyone's kindness tonight and use the tips to pay for the drinks."

"You shallow otaku really don't understand anything. How many times do I have to tell you before you understand?" Aqua frowned in dissatisfaction, crossing her arms as if lecturing. "Performing isn't something you do when asked; it's something you do willingly, guided by your soul! Besides, I'm a goddess, you know. I wouldn't do anything that makes me look like a comedian!"

"oh oh----"

Kazuma Sato seemed to have been persuaded.

That's true. In the end, a goddess wouldn't perform any special talents, nor would she work part-time—wait, she does all those things, doesn't she!?

Wiz smiled warmly and said, "Thank you, Lady Aqua, for inviting me to the party."

"It's okay, it's okay."

Aqua waved her hand to indicate that she didn't mind. Ever since Wiz displayed his incredible power and almost single-handedly defeated Hans, her attitude towards the Lich Girl had softened considerably.

Let's not talk about that now.

Aqua gestured to everyone, raising her glass and saying, "We haven't toasted yet! Come on, raise your glasses!"

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Cheers! "5

The group's glasses clinked in mid-air.

Yes, since Aqua is unwilling, Charlotte and the others will not force her. After all, Aqua is a goddess and has her own pride.

Thinking this, Charlotte, after leaving the guild late at night, exclaimed, "Ugh!"

Aqua was vomiting uncontrollably, and looking utterly miserable, she clung to Charlotte, pleading, "P-please, Charlotte, carry me back—"

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"Yes, yes—"

I don't know what makes her a goddess.

Just as Charlotte was feeling speechless, the union's counter staff hurriedly chased after her.

"Mr. Sinphonia, Mr. Sinphonia!"

"No, don't call me by that name!"

Charlotte shuddered.

Huihui muttered softly, "Charlotte has turned into Darkness."

"This is different!" Darkness argued vehemently.

That's enough, you two, stop making things worse!

"Ahem." Charlotte coughed. "What's wrong? We should have paid for our drinks properly—"

"No, it's not about the money for the drinks. Actually, the atmosphere was too good just now, so there wasn't a chance. In fact, there's a letter from Mr. Sinphonia." The union employee handed over an envelope.

"letter?"

Charlotte raised an eyebrow curiously. He was already uneasy when he took the envelope with the Sinphonia family's wax seal, and his expression changed drastically when he carefully read the contents of the letter.

"Charlotte, what's wrong? You look so pale."

"What did the letter say?"

"I hope nothing bad has happened."

The group quickly inquired.

"I, I mean everyone—should we go somewhere else to have some fun?"

Charlotte said this with a long face.