Reincarnated as a Dungeon Master, I Became Unstoppable by Doting on My Monsters—My Gorgeous Monsters Have Started to Conquer the World on Their Own! - Chapter 51: Celebration Party (Rosarosa's PoV)

As my friends and I eagerly anticipated our return home, we were greeted by a sea illuminated by pink neon lights. In the middle of the island stood a white palace, which, though seemingly hastily constructed, had the unmistakable air of a castle.

However, it would be troubling if it wasn’t hastily made. The design was so safe and uninteresting.

…It reminded me of something I’ve heard before.

“Isn’t this a love hotel?” 

Onii-chan’s teachings were vast and varied. Among them, Rosarosa recalled a piece of knowledge buried deep in the mountain of information.

Egrentine, our escort, replied in a melting voice, “Yes. The sea is under my jurisdiction as a member of the aquatic tribe! I wanted to create a design filled with love!”

…So that’s why the surrounding sea was lit with pink neon. It was typical of Egrentine, but Biondetta seemed to disagree.

“Wito-sama’s… Wito-sama’s dignity…”

Biondetta, clutching her glasses, visibly displayed her anger. Oh dear, we might have a meeting as soon as we return.

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“This is the new party room? Amazing!”

Eager to see Wito-sama, I and the others finally reached the room where the celebration would be held.

“Welcome back! Biondetta! Rosarosa!”

As soon as we opened the door, Onii-chan was there to greet us. He smiled warmly, happily informing everyone around of our return.

…I sighed in relief. Glad to see he still loves me. Being apart for so long was a first for us, and Rosarosa had been more worried than she realized about being forgotten.

“How was the new island?” Onii-chan asked cheerfully.

“It’s pretty good! I’d like to make it more suitable as Onii-chan’s base, though!”

“Yeah. We need to improve facilities other than the dungeon… But let’s not worry about that now! We celebrate Rosarosa and Biondetta! Also, Jacqueline-san has been called back by her Dungeon Master, so it’s a farewell party for her, too.”

Onii-chan spread his arms and smiled brightly, a signal that it was okay to cling to him. Hehe, my strategy of transforming into a girl to lower Onii-chan’s guard seems to be working as usual.

But just as I leaped to replenish her month-long deficit of Onii-chan, she was swiftly knocked to the ground by Biondetta, the fastest shrine maiden, from behind, subtly, of course.

“I’m back, Wito-kun! No way! You threw a party for us?”

Though grumpy outside, Biondetta rushed to Onii-chan with flushed cheeks, bending her face close to his.

She usually refers to him as Wito-sama outside, but when talking to him directly, she adopts a newlywed-like tone, a unique way of addressing him.

…Wait, what? Is Biondetta crying?

“I’m sorry. I’ve never been away from Wito-kun for a month… But knowing that you were thinking of me makes me so happy.”

Tears streaming down her face, Biondetta leaped into Onii-chan’s chest. He looked momentarily uncertain but eventually wrapped his arms around her and gently embraced her.

(Tch. Biondetta’s character change is too much… taking advantage of Onii-chan’s kindness.)

Oops, I mustn’t think like that! Fighting in front of Onii-chan will make me disliked!

But, at this rate, Biondetta-chan might steal all the spotlight. So, with a heart full of emotions, Rosarosa interrupted the two, embracing each other, and started her report.

“Onii-chan, I have something important to report!”

“Hm? What’s up?”

Onii-chan turned his face towards me, pulling it from Biondetta-chan’s head. Luckily, Biondetta was bending down. Otherwise, the view would have been rather unpleasant, thanks to her chest!

Is having a large chest the most efficient way to be loved by Onii-chan? Huh?

But if Biondetta-chan is the fastest shrine maiden, Rosarosa-chan is number one in occupying Onii-chan’s lap. I can’t afford to lose in grabbing Onii-chan’s attention.

Rosarosa decided to drop a bombshell.

“Listen, Onii-chan! Rosarosa became friends with a royal!”

“Huh? A royal? That’s impressive… Wait, a royal?”

“Yes! I happened to meet a girl named Ivurii in the dungeon, and she turned out to be a royal.”

“Not just ‘turned out’! Meeting a royal in such a medieval world… Weren’t you framed for anything?”

“No, no! She was a nice girl!”

…That day, Ivurii, who had witnessed Rosarosa and Biondetta’s passionate kiss, was revealed to be the daughter of the Nadinalesle royal family. We learned a lot from her…

Sensing that serious talk wasn’t possible in this position, Rosarosa emitted an aura indicating so, and Onii-chan released his hand from Biondetta’s back.

Just as planned.

“What did you talk about?”

“Hmm, where to start… Well, first off, we can cooperate with her! Ivurii-chan is strong, but she only has combat blessings. So, she’s being threatened since our work can’t go on without us.”

“Threatened… by whom?”

“Nikola Berumonto… I’ll report in detail later, but he’s the Dungeon Master trying to control the world from the shadows, as Nanaya-chan said.”

Hearing this, Onii-chan’s eyes narrowed sharply.

Our direct reason for returning was to establish a cooperative relationship with Ivurii, a local authority. This became the turning point for advancing our strategy to the next step.

“I see… When it’s time to attack the Nadinalesle tower seriously, I’ll come along.”

Onii-chan said seriously… This would be his first time venturing outside the dungeon for an attack. His bold statement instantly tensed the lively atmosphere of the venue.

“Wait a minute, please! That’s dangerous!”

Hezeru-chan interjected. Normally, Onii-chan would retort immediately, but before any argument could start, Jacqueline-chan cut in with her wheelchair.

“No, wait. It would be a great help if Wito-san came… Conversing as humans might be more effective in persuading the Dungeon Master… Ryuujo-sama.”

With that, all of Nanaya’s shrine maidens, including Rosarosa, glared at her… Although Onii-chan liked her, we had no reason to prioritize her situation over Onii-chan’s safety.

The contract didn’t include Wito’s participation.

But despite being glared at, Jacqueline didn’t lose her usual smile.

“Everyone, just as our lord, My Lord, has granted us freedom, he should be free to go out as well. If safety is a concern, then Hezeru and Delilah can accompany him. Of course, I’ll join too.”

Anima’s words quieted the room… But what was Jacqueline thinking?

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“Thank you, Anima-san. I wanted Wito-san to come to my dungeon.”

“I didn’t do anything… If your strategy is right, our lord, My Lord, will naturally choose that path. No matter how much we use our designer privileges to scheme secretly.”

“…Is that so? You’re coming too, right, Anima-san? Is that okay?”

“Yes. I’m the only one who should be there… The problem is you. Let me tell you, I won’t forgive any sudden changes in strategy or whims from you. I even want you to be whimsical.”

“Ahaha. If there’s a chance to improve the strategy, I won’t miss it.”

After concluding their secret talk between the doors, Jacqueline indulged in trivial chatter with Anima as if liberated from life’s burdens.