Underground Doctor Chapter 30: Those on the Move Part 1

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~Dirk’s Perspective~

　Early in the morning, I saw Carl moaning at the inn in Burg.

“I feel sick…” (Carl)

“You really…” (Tryst)

　Tryst holds her head in disgust.

　Bud and Dirk chuckled.

　Last night, Carl drank a lot. Probably because he saw signs that the conversation was going to be good.

　I couldn’t say anything back because I was also caught by it and Bud also participated.

“But it was good, Dirk-san. The daughter of a former acquaintance is the lord here.” (Bud)

“That’s right. I couldn’t meet Bernice herself. But she seems to be doing well.” (Dirk)

“I mean, since they knew Dirk-san, does that mean you guys were in a party or something?” (Bud)

“Yeah. She’s a great rival and comrade. Her only flaw is that she’s too popular…” (Dirk)

　When I said that, I indulged in a bit of reminiscing, feeling nostalgic.

“Di-Dirk-san. Is she a beautiful woman? No, she’s definitely a beautiful woman! I’m sure she was quite popular then. I want to meet her.” (Carl)

　Carl, who was moaning a while ago, stood up and looked at me with glittering eyes.

　He changed after listening to the conversation.

　It was as if the groggy state he had just been in had miraculously disappeared.

　Bud and Tryst look at him thinking, “This idiot…”

“Yes, She’s a beautiful woman. But she’s scary…” (Dirk)

“What? Why do you say it while looking away?” (Carl)

　I suddenly remember some unpleasant memories.

　Bud and Tryst decided not to dig further.

　However, Carl, who can’t read the air, is curious and asks for more.

“But she’s married and already has children, so I really envy her husband.” (Carl)

“Well, she doesn’t have a husband.” (Dirk)

“What the hell does that mean!!” (Carl)

　Carl was flabbergasted and instantly lost in his imagination.

　He’s already deep in the delusion, him living in paradise-like newlywed life with a woman he has not seen yet.

　Then, he puts his hand on his chin and declares in a serious face.

“I also have a chance…” (Carl)

“No, you should stop, Carl. Rather, I don’t recommend going through it.” (Dirk)

“Why is that?” (Carl)

“Bernice broke up when she had a child after marrying a man who matched her abilities…” (Dirk)

“What?” (Carl)

　He opened his mouth to ask and listen over and over again, several times.

　I gave the same explanation each time.

　Yes, as an adventurer, Bernice did that because she wanted her child to have the best skills and to be successful on the same path as hers.

“That’s quite child-like.” (Carl)

“No, she’s pretty selfish. Rather, it seems that… *sigh*.” (Dirk)

　Carl stopped listening to me, who can only sigh.

　As if he had sensed my feelings, he said he would not be involved.

“We’re not going to waste time here, I’m going to see the healer.” (Dirk)

“I agree.” (Carl)

“You’re right, Tryst. Let’s get ready and get out of here.” (Bud)

“Yes, sir!” (Tryst)

　Everyone was soon prepared and went to Watra, who was living in the middle of the mountain area in Burg.

~Kaoru’s Perspective~

　The sun was rising and the weather was pleasant.

　After work, Alicia and I pulled Luna-san and her daughter Niu out of the house and went to the beach.

　The 1-year-old Niu was held by Luna-san and lays down with Alicia.

　The scene was so funny that we could almost complete the kanji of river. [T/N: Here’s the kanji for river “川”.]

“Oh, the weather is nice.”

“Yes, it’s warm.” (Alicia)

　I laughed when I saw the three lying down on the blanket.

　Niu is looking quite sleepy.

“Thank you very much, Kaoru-san.” (Luna)

“Hmm? About what?”

“Thank you for helping Dirk.” (Luna)

　Luna bowed deeply.

　I keep telling her to stop doing that.

　It was a little embarrassing.

　Alicia giggled as she looks here.

“This time, I can go to Burg as well. Until recently, I couldn’t let him go alone.” (Luna)

“It’s far away. I’m likely to get in the way.”

“That’s one thing, but if we send an escort of explorers, the system of labyrinth diving on this island will be disrupted and monsters may appear. If that happens, the village will be attacked. I believe that Kaoru-san is doing a good job of keeping everyone moving.” (Luna)

“It’s not that big of a deal.”

“Ufufu, well, I will still do.” (Luna)

　I scratched my head bashfully, realizing she is someone with good intuition.

　Alicia didn’t say anything but looked quite happy instead.

“Luna-san, you need a change of scenery or you’ll break down. It’s a good thing you’re in such a nice place.” (Alicia)

“That’s true. I’ve been so busy with my daughter and Dirk that I’ve hardly seen the island like this, so it’s quite refreshing.” (Luna)

　That said, Luna laughed.

“After that, if Dirk has good news, I might change my mind.”

“Let’s go without rushing. Haste makes waste.” (Luna)

“Yes, let’s wait leisurely.”

“”Kyu~♪”” (Pink Rabbis)

“?”

“…” (Alicia)

　I looked at the two Pink Rabbis on Alicia’s head.

　Alicia quickly turns her eyes away.

　Luna was also surprised and stared at Pink Rabbis on Alicia’s head.

　Alicia imitated Pink Rabbi’s mewls while fidgeting and sweating.

“Kyu, Kyu ~” (Alicia)

　It’s a futile action that is too painful to watch.

　The pitch of her voice is clearly lower than that of the Pink Rabbis.

　I had told her to keep it under wraps because it would be a big problem if they were found out, and now they were out.

　Normally, the Pink Rabbi doesn’t move at all, like a stuffed animal, but only today it is behaving like this.

　Luna gives Pink Rabbi a searing gaze.

　Then, perhaps unable to bear her gaze, it jumped down from Alicia’s head and moved quickly to my shoulder.

　It must have understood that this was the safest place to be.

　After all, it’s smart.

　Luna was surprised and amazed to see a real Pink Rabbi.

“Eh? It’s real!? Why is it here?” (Luna)

“What? Have you never seen one before?”

“No, I never have.” (Luna)

“I’m unsure why. Haven’t you been adventuring in various places all your life?”

“I’ve never seen this creature since I was born!” (Luna)

　Luna was very excited.

　Kaoru thinks that women like pink rabbits.

　Kaoru can’t help it, she doesn’t know its value.

　Sometimes there is so much money at stake getting one, that it is even considered a rich man’s pet.

“Kaoru-san, please share your happiness. It is said that you will become happy just by getting it to sit on your head.” (Luna)

“No, I don’t want to be told that… If you try to touch it, I’ll be scared and run away, so will resist touching it?”

“Yes.” (Luna)

　Luna nods with a face bursting with excitement.

“”Kyu~ kyu~!”” (Pink Rabbis)

　The two were squeaking cheerfully.

　It’s annoying because they are really close to my ears.

　I caught the two on my shoulders. Then I placed them on Luna and Niu’s heads.

　As soon as I put it on their head, Luna’s expression collapses.

　Alicia looks at Kaoru with a proud face.

　Like she’s saying that this is the power of the Pink Rabbis.

　I ignored Alicia, and watched closely, wondering if the Pink Rabbis would use their [Super Luck Attraction – Happy Burst].

　Niu was still too young to know what she would do.

　In case of emergency, I thought I had to take the creature away, but I didn’t have to worry about that.

　Niu slept soundly.

　Pink Rabbi on top of Niu’s shoulder also curls up.

“Oh, they forgave them in an instant. They didn’t forgive me as fast!” (Alicia)

　Alicia was so shocked she collapsed on all fours as she wailed.

　I pretended I hadn’t noticed and looked at the Pink Rabbi, who was on top of Luna.

　There seemed to be nothing wrong with it either.

　Somehow, Alicia recovered from her shock.

“It is said that if Pink Rabbi rides on your head, good luck will come to you. So I’m sure it will work out for both of you.” (Luna)

“The opposite is also true …”

“It is said that those who have a bad heart will suffer disasters. Those who have a pure heart will receive miracles. So it’s okay.” (Luna)

“Alicia had a pot that fell on her, it’s not a disaster.”

“Well, Kaoru-sama, you promised you won’t tell!” (Alicia)

“Oops, I carelessly said it… My bad.”

“Waa. How terrible. You’re terrible Kaoru-sama.” (Alicia)

　Kaoru obviously deliberately said it.

　Making Alicia smack Kaoru.

　Her face turned bright red.

　Seeing such a scene, Luna laughed.

“Well, don’t think too deeply. Isn’t it meaningless if you ask the Pink Rabbi to do something you can figure out with your own strength?”

“Well, that’s right. What I am doing… makes it seem that I don’t believe in Dirk.” (Luna)

　Luna also smiled, and then it was time for lunch.

　It was a lunchbox that Alicia and I had prepared for the occasion.

　We all each took a portion and ate it together.

　It was a rather lively lunch.