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Okay, it's time for Toto the hero's party...

to begin it's first excursion!

Move out!

So much energy first thing in the morning...

Um, do we need to prepare anything?

Not a thing! Tents and sleeping bags and such were all bought yesterday.

So much luggage! When did you get all this?

It's a bit of a burden, but I'm sure you can handle it, Hero Boy.

Sure.

Where are we headed, then, Lady Goa?

First up, a little backwater called Ani!

It's not too close or far, making it the perfect first destination!

It's like our adventure is finally beginning!

I'm so excited!

Oh, Ciel. You're actually enjoying this.

And what will be our goal?

I mean, we're not going just to go, are we?

That's our sharp little Mone!

As much as I did want to just travel farther than usual,

I found the perfect quest, too!

And this is it!

Securing and transporting some merchandise!

Where did that come from?

We'll be carrying this for a few days.

Yikes...

It seems like... a lot.

It is! And it's heavy, which is why no one wanted to take the job.

I can see why.

But that just means it pays better!

Well, everyone, let's get on our way.

Right!

The Shy Hero and the Costumed Princesses

The Shy Hero and the Costumed Princesses

So, how long of a journey is this going to be?

Three days in a hurry, about four at a leisurely pace, I think.

On that note... Sir Hero, you need to stay conscious the entire time!

You may not realize this,

but every time you're knocked out, I've been using magic to carry you.

You have?!

Given that we're also carrying the delivery,

having to lift it for a long period of time is asking a lot, even with magic.

Does weight make it more difficult?

That should be obvious.

The amount of mana expended to move a speck of dust

versus something heavier naturally varies.

I-I'll do my best.

I'm counting on you, Sir Hero.

What did I just say?!

And you're out!

Let's get a move on.

Were you really looking forward to this that much?

It's so cute!

Oh, you are dead! Dead! Dead!

Hey! Hero Boy is not a weapon!

Get back here!

Day 2

Since we didn't make much progress yesterday, let's try a little harder.

I'm so sorry for the loss of time, everyone.

Yesterday was, in part, my fault.

That's right! Don't worry about it too much.

I want a damn cigarette!

Should we take a break, Anemone?

You've seemed down for a while.

It's quite all right, Sir Hero. Don't mind me.

What am I gonna do? The bathroom excuse isn't gonna cut it in the middle of nowhere.

She wants a cigarette.

Down to one option!

Sir Hero!

Would you mind letting me borrow your rugged arm?

All right! Time for a smoke break!

We're doing this again today?!

Between you passing out and the breaks, we aren't making good time.

I'm sorry.

It's okay! It's not your fault, Hero Boy.

Marshmallows!

I roasted some!

You sure as hell look like you're enjoying this.

Here you are, Sir Hero!

Oh, thank you.

It's yummy!

It really is.

Might I have one?

If you insist. But only because it's a special occasion!

Thank you so much.

We might not be making any progress...

But does it matter when you're having fun?

Hey there, missy. How about you hand over the stuff you're carrying?

Wow, a bandit!

Tell me, what're you gonna do if I don't?

Sell the lot of you off to some degenerate trafficker.

Oh, that does sound like fun!

But... these three being sold off and belonging to someone else

doesn't suit me.

That being the case, here you go. It's all yours.

If you can actually handle it.

You might be acting tough, but you're scared!

And that's the best you can do while using a skill? Seems rough!

Sh-Shut your mouth! O-Or maybe I can shut it for you first—

What is this?

Getting dizzy...

Too bad for you.

I placed some powerful hallucinogens around the box.

Not that it worked on Hero Boy.

And the others saw it coming and had countermeasures ready.

This trip is turning out to be so much fun!

I'm not letting anyone else take them.

Everyone in this party is mine to toy with!

Good morning, Hero Boy.

I-I'm sorry! I didn't wake up to switch out for the watch!

Oh, it's fine. You were probably tired since it's your first excursion.

Did anything happen?

Not at all!

Miss Goa...

Once we get through these woods, we'll be at the town!

Then you can put all that stuff down!

Okay.

Are you hungry already?

I'm sorry.

That said, we don't really have enough food left.

We'll have to see what we can find.

I'm tired from keeping watch last night, so...

And I'm a priest, so I could never take a life.

Wait, then...

Go on, Ciel!

You and Hero Boy will be getting our dinner for tonight!

Fish up a big one, 'kay?

That...

That sounds like so much fu—I mean...

That doesn't sound like fun at all! Why would I ever...

That settles it!

You seem to be enjoying yourself, Ciel.

N-Not really! I've never fantasized about this at all!

Okay.

Killing the hero should the opportunity arise. Being surrounded by enemies.

I will never forget the true nature of this situation.

Uuuuugh

Fishing sucks.

How is this any fun?!

W-Well...

I demand a refund of my anticipation!

It's definitely kind of dull if you can't catch anything.

But it's not like you can force the fish to bite... wait!

Ciel, I'm going to see if I can dive in and catch some.

Oh, a good idea. I'll cast a spell to make you heavier

so that you'll have an easier time in the water.

I appreciate that.

About a ton sounds right.

You'll never be able to surface...

Wh-What are you doing?! There's a lady present!

Oh, sorry. It's just my overshirt.

Hurry up and get those fish already.

Right.

Off I go!

Gravity.

So, how's that, Sir Hero?

I got one, Ciel!

Sir Hero, this is a monster. An inedible one.

Oh, no! I thought it was just a big, tasty-looking fish...

He doesn't even notice a one-ton difference, eh?

Wait...

I feel like I'm forgetting something...

Get back! When this monster is stranded on land, it—

Are you okay, Ciel?

With everything that's happening, this day feels like it's cursed.

I guess there's no harm at this point, so I'll try diving, too!

Ciel?!

Sir Hero!

Our party consists of enemies.

Realizing that...

if I enjoy the journey just a little...

Surely there's no harm.

Smells tasty!

I love spit-roasted fish! Is this your first time having some, Ciel?

Well, yes...

Here you are.

It's good. Something about catching it yourself makes it even better.

Listen well, Lady Ciel.

As a member of the royalty, it is your duty

to only eat luxurious meals in a suitably refined fashion.

Make no noise. Do not open your mouth wide. Sit up straight.

Now, once more.

It's so good!

I guess a little drinking would be all right.

I had a feeling you'd brought some!

Seconds, please!

Oh, sure.

And here we are, Hero Boy. A job well done!

Right. Thank you.

I know I was a bit of a nuisance during the trip.

Well, we made it here, so all's well that ends well.

Hero Boy and I will go turn the delivery in.

Why don't you two go clothes shopping?

Why clothes?

Well, Ani is famous for apparel markets,

so you can get cute, stylish outfits at great prices!

What do you think, Anemone?

Why, that should be obvious!

Being able to smoke whenever you want is the best!

I imagined as much.

What's your problem? I'm not sharing.

I wasn't going to ask for one.

Good work.

It's a real relief. This was a quest that wasn't getting any takers...

Considering how heavy it was, I can see why.

We used to get these kinds of deliveries from De Foori,

but it's been hard to get in contact with the town lately.

Really?

I wonder if something happened.

Isn't today your turn?

Aren't you going to make an attempt?

Nah. I'm just gonna scope things out for now.

I'm tired from the trip. I'll take a shot later if I feel like it.

I could do it for you, if you like.

That's rich. You've been slacking this whole time.

I've been brainstorming some new ideas.

Point is...

It's not like we have to take a crack at him just 'cause our turn rolls around.

I suppose that's true.

That said...

Let's not drag this out too long, either.

The sooner he's dead, the better. Agreed?

In other words, you'd rather this journey not be a particularly long one?

Exactly. What kinda hit takes a whole year of prep work?

I really doubt anyone other than the hero

would like this bizarre journey to take very long.

You know what?! I think I'll kill you all and put an end to it right now!

Eek, how scary!

I know. Why don't we all go shopping today?

We can explore some of those new ideas you mentioned!

Here we are.

Where were you two? I thought you'd be here already.

We were just discussing the future of our journey at a café.

Sir Hero! I am quite upset with you!

I-I'm sorry!

Hero Boy, apologize after you know why.

Sorry.

You seem to lose consciousness no matter what clothing I wear.

There's no telling how many years it'll take us

to reach the Demon Lord's castle at this rate!

Hard to believe she's the same woman who was puffing away seconds ago.

Ha-rumph! Harrumph!

Which is why I think you should choose some clothes for me.

Are you done yet?

Look... I know what the idea is, but...

This is unacceptable! I require a bare minimum level of fashion, damn it!

I'm sorry! So sorry!

In that case, what would be your idea of the bare minimum?

Why don't you show us?

Very good, then.

First, you need maneuverability!

That flappy outfit I usually wear is, frankly, out of the question!

And flashy, eye-catching colors are no good!

I want a mature look, with a monotone core.

Yes, something like this!

What do you think, Sir Hero?

She looks like an assassin.

That's an assassin, all right.

Great! I think it looks wonderful on you!

Even if it makes her look like an assassin.

That settles it, then!

S-Sure.

I'm so glad!

Wait, why?!

That smile of yours is downright sinful, Mone!

I think I've grasped the points that Sir Hero was aiming for.

It's just a matter of covering her skin and face.

I see!

Leave this to me.

I'll ensure you have a cute outfit!

Cute! So cute! Wow!

I don't think I'll need to worry about this one.

It's so fluffy! And cute!

The scary part is that CIel is doing this with no ill intent.

How dare you?!

But isn't Lady Goa the one with the most dangerous usual outfit?

How?

And she has no self-awareness, either.

Here I am!

But why?!

Can't blame him.

You have no idea what you're doing.

This is what you oughta go with!

I'll be sure to teach you in great... detail.

That's no good at all.

This is much better!

Boing, boing!

Who wants to hit up a theme park?

So cute!

Let's all do that! Let's all wear matching outfits!

What?!

Yeah!

Hero Boy, Hero Boy!

How about this?

No exposure, and our faces are partially hidden!

You do have a point. It's still a little nerve-wracking...

But I don't think I'll be knocked out by these.

I don't know if I can travel in this, though...

Then leave it to Goa!

H-Here I am.

Wh-What do you think?

I arranged it with Mone's tastes in mind,

while also keeping the amount of skin down.

It is a lovely outfit, albeit not something I'm used to wearing.

It looks cute! It's supposed to be from a foreign country.

I'm sure it's fine. Let's pay and be on our way.

Could it be any more obvious how bored she is?

It's pretty conservative, and the shades hide a bit of her face, right?

R-Right. I think it really suits her.

Kinda...

Not knocking him out is kinda... in its own way...

frustrating.

Oh, my, Mone! You're adorable!

What was the point of all this?

Toto fell unconscious anyway

And you ultimately ended up in your usual outfit.

Yes. Sir Hero will just have to get used to it.

Isn't that right, Sir Hero?

R-Right!

What was the point, then? We're just going to continue as we have been.

I...

Oh, it's fine.

I'm going to try hard to stop passing out!

I'm not sure that'd be a good idea.

I mean, you know...

Um... huh?

That could pose certain difficulties.

I suppose keeping things as-is really is for the best.

Women are hard to understand.

Do you have enough love in your life?!

Um, this is the fortress city of De Foori, isn't it?

Wrong! This is the city of love and peace, De Foori!

Huh?

Question!

Between a chair, a potato, and a dog, which do you choose?

Is this some psychology quiz?

Oh, where the answer is supposed to reveal some kind of insight?

Where the chair represents authority or something?

The potato's food, so it probably represents wealth.

What could the dog be?

It's not... love, is it?

That makes sense.

You're all wrong! And it's not a psych quiz, anyway.

Then what is it?

A chair to sit on, a potato to fill your tummy, and a cute pupper!

Which one does Hero Boy remind you of?

Then it was a psychology quiz after all!

The Shy Hero and the Town of Mad Love