Danmachi: The Sign In System!

Chapter 72 - Meeting Loki

"Huh?"

Orsted, mid-conversation with Tione and Tiona, paused and turned around.

Who would say something so easily misunderstood in public?

Seeing it was Lefiya, he wasn't surprised.

'My aura must draw elves in, making them feel at ease. That's why she spoke without thinking,' Orsted thought, observing Lefiya's expression.

"Lefiya, what's wrong?" Tione asked, concerned.

She and Tiona, noticing Lefiya's odd behavior, were taken aback.

Tiona watched the girl with equal worry.

Shy Lefiya, saying such a thing in public with that demeanor?

Something was off.

At Tiona's voice, Lefiya snapped out of her trance, the soothing aura fading.

Realizing her outburst, her cheeks flushed crimson.

Covering her face, she bolted away in embarrassment.

"Lefiya!" Tiona shouted, chasing after her.

"Sorry, Orsted, we'll catch up another time," Tione said, bidding him farewell before following her sister.

Orsted: "..."

Watching the three disappear, he was momentarily speechless.

"Not bad, kid. You got Lefiya blushing," a playful voice called from behind.

Orsted turned to see Loki, in a shirt and cropped pants, sauntering toward him with a grin.

"Goddess Loki," he greeted with a slight nod.

Though Loki and Hestia bickered constantly, Orsted showed her respect.

"Up close, you're practically perfect."

"No wonder Tiona said you outshine the male gods," Loki said, stroking her chin as she eyed him from every angle, clearly impressed.

"Thank you," Orsted replied with a polite smile.

"Eh, you're handsome, but guys aren't my thing," Loki said with a shrug, heading toward where the Hiryute sisters had gone.

Orsted's eyes twitched.

'I'm not your type? Well, you aren't either—flat as a board.'

Just then, Loki spun around, startling him.

He worried she'd sensed his thoughts.

But Loki only smirked and offered a warning.

"Watch your back. Someone's got their eye on you."

With that, she strolled off.

Orsted wasn't shocked.

He'd just met the person Loki meant—Freya.

Still, thinking ahead, unease churned within him.

Freya's attention was no small matter.

Her charm was nearly inescapable.

The only way to break free would be to send her back to Tenkai, but that was impossible.

No mortal, save a god, could resist her allure.

Orsted hadn't confronted her earlier for that reason.

If he'd tried, her charm might've ensnared him, turning him into her thrall on the spot.

Perhaps Bell, with his Liaris Freese, could resist her.

But Bell was nowhere to be found.

And even if he appeared, there was no guarantee he'd awaken that skill again.

For now, Freya seemed untouchable.

"Orsted!" Eina's voice broke his thoughts.

Turning, he saw her running toward him.

Her guild uniform was restrictive, but Eina's figure still moved gracefully, catching Orsted's eye for a moment.

"Phew, thank you so much, Orsted," Eina said, catching her breath as she reached him.

"No problem. I'm part of Orario—it's my duty to help," Orsted replied with a smile.

"I'm heading to meet Hestia and the others for the monster show. Want to join us, Eina?" he offered.

"Oh, I'd love to, but I still have to maintain order after the monster breakout," Eina said, shaking her head with an apologetic smile.

"Fair enough," Orsted said, nodding.

"I'll go find Hestia and the others then."

As he turned to leave, Eina called out.

"Orsted, wait! I'm busy today, but I'll be free soon."

He paused, puzzled. "Oh?"

"So, if you're up for it, let's watch the monster show together tomorrow," Eina said, her cheeks tinting pink as she spoke earnestly.

"Tomorrow?" Orsted hesitated, then offered,

"How about the day after? I should be free then."

"Perfect! It's a deal—the day after tomorrow," Eina said, her face lighting up with a delighted smile.

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