I was Betrayed then Reincarnated as a Kitsune - Chapter 227: A Family Chat

Chapter 227: A Family Chat

[Luna POV]

Later in the day that we went to the shrine, I was alone with mom and dad.  Ana had kidnapped Velvet and Soleil, Mio went off to find a napping spot, and Skadi and Ophidia went somewhere.

“So, Luna, how have you been?” (Deacon)

“Good.  Busyish, but good.  I did get my seventh tail recently and I made progress on my tenth as well.” (Luna)

“Oh, what did it this time?” (Amagi)

“A fungus that, given enough time, would have probably taken over the entire elf forest.  And capturing a Erymanthean boar for the elven hunting festival for the other thing.” (Luna)

“Oh, that sounds exciting.” (Deacon)

“Well, as exciting as capturing a kraken sized boar can be.  Even if it only took like, a minute at most to do.” (Luna)

“I still would have liked to see that.  I participated in that festival once and it was quite fun.” (Deacon)

{Hey Luna, set up a domain.}

‘Ok.’

I snapped my fingers and a domain was set up.  Tamamo then appeared sitting next to me.  I moved immediately and moved myself closer to her side.

{Hello you two.  Nice to see you again.}

““Goddess Tamamo.””

{Still with the goddess in front?}

“Just a force of habit.” (Amagi)

{You former mortals and your habits.}

“Hahahaha.” (Deacon)

“So, is there anything you wanted to talk about?” (Amagi)

{Not really, I just felt like joining in on the family time.}

“Oooh, I like that.  Now, what about the two of you?  I know mom recently visited the capital, so how was that?” (Luna)

“What about me?” (Deacon)

“All you do is train.  Unless you can surprise me, then let mom talk.” (Luna)

Dad looked like he wanted to say something but immediately dropped it.

“Fufufu.  She got you there, Deacon.” (Amagi)

“Hmph.” (Deacon)

“Anyway, I did go to the capital recently.  I wanted a break from my normal day-to-day work, so I decided to go visit some old friends.” (Amagi)

“Sounds fun.  By the way, I befriended the twin princesses of our country.  Though I did have to explain my circumstances to them since one of them has a unique skill that sees through all illusions.” (Luna)

“Wait, really?” (Deacon)

“Yeah.” (Luna)

{If you’re worried about something, don’t be, those two are trustworthy.}

“It’s not that I was worried, I just didn’t know there was a unique skill like that.” (Deacon)

“Well, it might be a secret of the royal family for all I know, but still.” (Luna)

“Anyway, I also stopped by that shop where you bought that kimono that one time, Luna.  It was a nice place.  I got a few kimonos myself as well as some more casual clothing.” (Amagi)

{Oh, if only you could move domains, I’d love to go there with you as well.}

“Are there not places like that in the divine domain?” (Amagi)

{There are, but if I were to take Luna there, several things would happen.  One, we would be mobbed since Luna is a new face and her status as a demigod has spread.  Two, it would take too long to get there and back and we wouldn’t have enough time to ourselves.}

“Forgive me for asking if there is a reason, but why can’t Luna just spend several days in the divine domain?  I mean, she IS a demigod, so shouldn’t she be allowed to?” (Deacon)

“Dad, I already struggle to hold back from spending ridiculous amounts of time with Tamamo in one of my domains.  If I spent time in the divine domain, I don’t know how many years it would be before I came back to the mortal world.  That’s why.” (Luna)

“I see.” (Deacon)

{Sorry to keep interrupting you, Amagi.}

“I don’t mind.  It’s quite nice seeing the two of you all cuddly like that.” (Amagi)

I chuckled a little and hugged Tamamo’s arm.

“I agree.  I’m so happy that I got the ability to make domains.  I’ve been abusing it so much since I got it.” (Luna)

“I’d bet.  You must be making up for all those years you could only talk to each other, excluding the full moon of course.” (Amagi)

{It does feel like that, doesn’t it?}

“Eh, I just like spending time with you.” (Luna)

“Hmm.  Goddess Tamamo, forgive me for being presumptuous, but are your tails extra fluffy?” (Deacon)

{Yes.  Fenrir has been coming over somewhat often so her Authority of winter has been making my place a bit cold, so my tails have developed a winter coat.  The same would happen to all of you in the same circumstances.}

“Oh, I remember that happening one time when I was young.  I was practicing my ice magic over the course of a few months in the same room and it happened to me.  It was somewhat of a pain to deal with.” (Amagi)

“Hmmm.  I guess I should be lucky I barely ever practiced ice magic or my ice mist inside.” (Luna)

“Barely?” (Amagi)

“Before I turned five and still had very little mana, I would, but it didn’t make it cold enough for that to happen.” (Luna)

“What about now?  Have you tried getting a winter coat yet?” (Amagi)

“No.  I don’t plan on it while I still live in the mortal world.  Too much risk of corrupting people.” (Luna)

“Glad we don’t need to talk you out of that.” (Deacon)

{Now, now, Deacon.  Luna isn’t THAT unreasonable.}

“Thank you.  Finally someone on my side.” (Luna)

“Fufufu.  I was on your side as well, Luna.  I raised you to at least be considerate of the consequences of your actions after all.” (Amagi)

“Oh, if that was you, then what did I do for her?” (Deacon)

{““Physical training.””}

“…” (Deacon)

“Just kidding, you did a lot.  For example, you told me about wyverns.” (Luna)

“I did, didn’t I?” (Deacon)

“You really let that work on you?” (Amagi)

“I’ll take whatever I can get.” (Deacon)

{Ufufufu.  I’m looking forward to doing this more in the future.  It’s so much fun.}

“I look forward to it too.” (Luna)

“I have to say, I am enjoying this quite a bit as well.  Though I do also feel a bit complicated since you are both the goddess I worship AND my daughter-in-law.” (Amagi)

{I-I don’t know how to respond to that.  I mean, I’d be happy of you just treat me like a normal person, but I also know that isn’t really possible.  At least at the moment.  None of us know what exactly will happen in the next thousands of years after all.}

“True enough.” (Amagi)

“*Yawn*” (Deacon)

“Tired dad?” (Luna)

“A bit.  I haven’t really slept well recently for some reason.” (Deacon)

“I wonder why?” (Luna)

“No idea.  Though I have been doing more paperwork recently.” (Deacon)

“Mom, this is a big problem.” (Luna)

“Yes.  Maybe you haven’t been spending all of your energy so you can’t sleep.” (Amagi)

“Maybe so.  I need to find someone new to push it all off on.” (Deacon)

{What happened to the last person?}

“He retired.  He turned 200 this year, so it was time for him to.” (Deacon)

{Ah.  That person must have stuck it out in this job for a long time then.}

“Yeah.  He was around when my father was in charge.” (Deacon)

“Have any idea for a replacement?” (Luna)

“Yes actually.  That one guy whose arm was frozen off.  He’s improved to the best of his abilities and needs to do something else.  I might get him to try paperwork out.” (Deacon)

“No offence, but I kind of feel that that is in bad taste.  I mean, it can’t be easy to write with one hand.” (Luna)

“He’s surprisingly good at it.” (Deacon)

“Then go for it.” (Luna)

“I think I will.  But enough of that, I’m going to go and try to sleep.” (Deacon)

Dad got up and started to leave the room.

“Wait.” (Luna)

“Hmm?” (Deacon)

“Want to try a sleeping medicine I made?” (Luna)

“When did you start making medicine?” (Amagi)

“If I can make poison, why can’t I make medicine?  They are the same thing in a sense.” (Luna)

“Why not?” (Deacon)

I took out a small bottle from my inventory and handed it over to dad.

“Drink a small sip and you will be out until morning.” (Luna)

“Thanks.” (Deacon)

With that, dad left the room.

“What about you, mom?  Are you not tired yet?” (Luna)

“I am actually.  I’ve spent this whole week preparing the coming of age ceremonies for today.” (Amagi)

{I’m sorry I made such a stupid thing so long ago.}

“Don’t be sorry, it’s better than just sitting in this dusty room all day.” (Amagi)

{I still regret making that a ceremony.  It makes me cringe every time.}

“But I love your embarrassed side every time you bring it up, so I think it’s great.” (Luna)

{Luna.}

“Tamamo.” (Luna)

“And that is my cue to leave.  Good night, you two.” (Amagi)

Mom then quickly left the room leaving me and Tamamo alone.  The two of us looked at each other.

“Hey Tamamo, is it counted a blasphemy if I kiss you in your own shrine?”

{No.  Not at all.  In fact, it might be if you didn’t.}

“Well, we can’t have that, now can we?”

I immediately stole Tamamo’s lips with mine.

Chaos Realm:

Grey: Hello?

Atmos: No one home?

Grey: Guess not.

Atmos: Hmm.  Oh well.  Let’s see what Luna is up to.

Grey:…

Atmos: Oh, she’s just kissing Tamamo some more, boring.

Grey:…

Atmos: Hey Grey.

Grey: What?

Atmos: Want to go on a date?

Grey: Sure, we haven’t done that in a long time.

Atmos: Yay!