NOVEL WEB Chapter 414
“Today’s mountain hike ends here.”
“Is this an igloo? It looks cute!”
Millia crouched in front of the igloo entrance, peering inside. Since there was no light source inside, it must have been dark. I conjured a small flame in my palm and tossed it into the igloo.
“It’s spacious…”
“I plan to expand it, so step back, Millia.”
“Okay!”
As Millia moved back, I immediately used a skill to triple the size of the igloo. It may not sound like much, but it was originally big enough for three or four people to sleep comfortably, so this was quite a generous expansion.
Beyond this, the ground would be too weak to support further growth.
Of course, I could completely redo the ground, but I didn’t feel the need to go that far to expand the igloo. After all, it would only be a temporary memory.
“Johann, Johann! Can I go in?”
“Be careful; the floor might be slippery.”
“Okay!”
“Contractor! I want to go too!”
“Go ahead. Just keep an eye on Millia.”
The former student council president was more fragile than expected. Millia, being the weakest among us, was best paired with Rue to act as a meat shield.
After all, Rue could also pull her up with tentacles in case of emergencies.
“Hehe, Millia is lively.”
“She must be happy. This is the long-awaited snow mountain trip, after all.”
“I’m glad I can sleep in a house made of ice.”
Karina gave me a subtle glance. She had seemed quiet the entire way up, but perhaps that was just an act. I scratched my head and met her gaze.
“I wonder when our saintess became such a pervert.”
“It’s natural for a wife to seduce her husband.”
Is that so?
Seeing all the wives nod in agreement, I guess it must be true. I half-pretended to be convinced and turned my body.
“Well then, let’s head into the igloo.”
“Yes!”
We followed Millia and Rue into the massive igloo.
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“It’s warm~”
Millia stretched her hands toward the brazier in the middle of the igloo, speaking in a voice soaked with exhaustion. I guess the hike was a bit tough for her.
Should I have carried her the whole way?
“Wow, this is a real ice house! Uncle, can I scratch it a bit?”
“Of course.”
I permitted Viola’s inquisitive curiosity and looked down at Sif, who was trembling and clinging to me. It seemed she really hated the cold and refused to let go.
“Ugh… it’s cold…”
Should I infuse her with the power of the Phoenix? A tiny amount of energy calmed her trembling.
“It’s warm…”
“Sit by the fire.”
“Hey, I’m just going to stretch a bit.”
“Go ahead.”
“What’s with the cold response?”
When did she start acting so spoiled? I gently pressed my lips against Renny’s forehead, who was glancing at me with a slightly sulky face, and said.
“Be careful and come back, Renny.”
“I-I wasn’t asking for this…”
I’m starting to lose track of Renny’s standards for embarrassment. Why is she shy about kissing but not about sex?
“Renny, is kissing that embarrassing?”
“Um, I guess I’m more used to being naked than that…”
“It’s surprising that someone who had me as their first experience would say that.”
“B-but it’s true! How should I put it, public displays of affection make me a bit nervous…”
Oh, I see.
“Take care.”
“Uh-huh…”
Renny left the igloo with a strange expression. I watched her go before taking a seat among my wives gathered around the fire.
As I sat cross-legged, Karina, Sif, and Elisa each settled between my legs.
I found myself naturally supporting the weight of three wives with just my legs, but it wasn’t too difficult. I wrapped my arms around Elisa and Karina’s waists and gazed at the crackling flames.
“It’s warm…”
“Johann, you can touch me wherever you like.”
“Shouldn’t that be more like you want me to touch you?”
Are you seriously a succubus?
She was always trying to suck my energy at any chance she got. I gently patted Elisa’s head, who looked like she might strip at any moment, and said.
“Didn’t we enjoy ourselves enough yesterday? I’d like to take it easy today.”
“Alright…”
“Hehe, Johann, don’t forget about me!”
“I wouldn’t forget our saintess. I’ll make sure you’re fully satisfied.”
“Me too…”
“Okay, okay.”
“Me too!”
“Of course.”
“Uncle, me too…”
“Contractor! I want to try too!”
“Not with you…”
Why are you trying to sneak in? I gave Rue a light thump on the forehead as she gleamed at me.
“Ow!”
“Stop talking nonsense.”
Don’t start getting weird like the others. Six is already a lot.
“I don’t think having one more changes anything…”
“Do I look like someone who would do that with Rue?”
I wouldn’t even consider it with Rue. I didn’t want to let that curiosity lead to her first experience.
“Tch. How petty.”
Even if she pouted, I had no intention of relenting. I turned my gaze from the puffed-up Rue and looked at Karina, who, with a relaxed smile proving she was the first wife, lightly kissed my cheek when our eyes met.
“Hehe… Johann is too popular for his own good.”
“I only need to be popular with you all.”
“Don’t say that. Johann’s a hero, which is why you’re so popular, right?”
That’s true.
It would be odd if I saved the world and wasn’t celebrated as a hero.
I fiddled with Karina’s hair and spoke.
“I suppose it’s time to prepare the meal. Can you help me?”
“Of course.”
“I’ll help too!”
“I want to… feel the warmth of the fire…”
“I’ll help too!”
“Me too.”
I wonder when Renny would come back. We stood up from our spots and began preparing the meal.
We took out pots, filled them with snow to create water, chopped vegetables and meat, tossed them into the stew, sprinkled in some spices, and stirred.
“Uncle, how long should I stir?”
“Stir until a harmonious smell arises.”
“Johann, isn’t there a bit too much?”
“…We’re not the only ones eating, you know.”
“Really?”
I shrugged at Karina’s comment and pointed at the entrance.
“It seems like someone is starting to arrive.”
“Ah, hello…”
“Wendy.”
“…Ah!”
What’s with that surprised expression? I was openly hiking up the mountain, after all. I saw Wendy’s stunned face and said.
“Sit in the empty seat, Wendigo.”
“Is it okay for me to sit?”
“I’ve made enough for you too, so it’s fine.”
“Human… or should I say God?”
Isn’t this the one who yelled about not wanting to become a slave? I scratched my head at the look of admiration Wendy was giving me.
“Johann, who is that woman…?”
“That’s just a transformation, don’t be fooled.”
“Hehe. It looks delicious~”
Wendigo quickly dropped her disguise and returned to a small furball. At that moment, the women melted.
“She’s so cute!”
“So adorable!”
“Is it like a puppy?”
“Right! Come here!”
Millia cleared a spot beside her and called for Wendigo, patting the ground with her palm. Millia, who loved cute things, seemed completely taken by Wendigo.
“Yummy food, yum~”
Wendigo nestled next to Millia, humming happily. Naturally, all the women’s gazes turned toward the little furball next to Millia.
It seemed Wendigo was delighted by the delicious food, humming an unidentifiable tune, then realized she was being watched and looked around.
“Why is everyone looking at me?”
“Wendigo, do you want to sit on my lap?”
“Lap?”
“I mean here.”
Millia explained by patting her knee. Wendigo quickly jumped onto Millia’s lap and looked up at her.
It was an adorable sight that was bound to charm anyone who loves cute things.
“She’s so cute!”
“Wendigo, do you want to come with us?”
“Where are we going?”
“We’re going to reach the summit and then travel!”
“Travel? Like going to places full of water and ones with volcanoes?”
“Exactly!”
“That sounds fun! I want to go!”
And just like that, Wendigo decided to join, regardless of my intentions.
…Well, as long as my wives like it, it’s fine by me.
Having one more pet isn’t going to cause any problems.