Chapter 181: The Monster Feria, Artemis Arrives!
Feeling all the eyes falling on him, along with the emotions mixed inside them, Ethan felt a little helpless.
Freya smiled as she looked at him. This time, she was almost announcing to everyone that Ethan was the person she favored and adored.
Usually, to avoid trouble, Freya hid herself as much as possible. But now, she wanted everyone to know about her relationship with Ethan.
A goddess and a human in love, together with Ethan's excellence, might even become a beautiful tale passed down by people.
As for Haruhime and Paimon, they were directly ignored. After all, their "fame" was much smaller.
People loved gossip no matter the world, and this other world was no different.
Because the Monster Feria itself was crowded, the matter between Freya and Ethan spread almost instantly.
And as the rumor passed from mouth to mouth, it only grew more intense.
"Freya, I didn't expect you to come this time!"
In the Monster Feria arena, Ganesha looked at Freya in surprise.
In past years, Freya had never attended the Monster Feria. Now that she had personally come, it was probably just like the rumors said. It was because of this young man.
Looking at Ethan beside her, Ganesha could not help feeling admiration.
Sometimes, first impressions were very important. Ganesha had heard Ethan's name countless times, and he had always been curious about him.
The Monster Feria's true purpose was to reduce humanity's fear of monsters. Its original goal was also for the sake of the Xenos, though the results were not very good.
Ganesha was also one of the few gods in Orario who knew about the Xenos.
From the great god Ouranos, Ganesha had heard Ethan's name several times. Ouranos had even said that Ethan might be the hero of this era, and the hope of the future.
At the same time, the flying dragons used to travel to the Large Tree Sea secret realm had also been provided by Ganesha.
Not long ago, from Hermes after he returned to Orario, Ganesha learned what had happened in the Large Tree Sea secret realm.
An ancient monster had revived from the distant past and even devoured the goddess Artemis.
Originally, according to the plan, Ethan would use Orion's Arrow to kill Artemis and save the world, though the price would be the fall of a goddess.
However, Ethan broke through that only hope. Not only did he defeat the ancient monster, he even saved Artemis.
Such a "miracle" could only belong to a hero.
Because of that, Ganesha had admired Ethan for a long time.
"Hello, I am Ganesha!"
"Ganesha-sama, I'm Ethan Starfall. It's a pleasure to meet you."
Facing Ganesha, Ethan showed his respect. After all, in Orario, the Ganesha Familia played a role similar to the "police."
Ganesha himself was also a good god who was close to humanity. Although he often acted strangely, he was still a god worthy of respect.
"Ethan, I've heard your name again and again. From Hermes, from Ouranos, and even at Denatus."
"For the sake of your title, Freya even suppressed the gods."
"My title?"
At the mention of his "title," Ethan's expression stiffened slightly.
He did not want that awful title at all.
"Beloved Pet of the Goddess of Beauty." Was that a normal title? Anyone who did not know better would think he was Freya's pet.
Was he being kept by her?
Well… technically, he really had been.
Although Ethan no longer needed it now, he had indeed started out by relying on Freya's support.
"Ganesha-sama, let's skip this topic."
"Hahaha! It's fine. It's only a title. Being loved by the Goddess of Beauty is something countless people can only envy."
Ganesha spoke in a bright, hearty voice, his large hand repeatedly patting Ethan's shoulder.
If someone who did not know them saw this, they might think the two of them were close friends.
And Ganesha was telling the truth. Even male gods found it extremely difficult to gain Freya's attention, let alone anything more.
"Ethan!"
"Hm?"
Just as Ganesha and Ethan were talking, a voice came from behind them.
Ethan and Ganesha both turned to look, and then they saw an incredibly beautiful figure walking over.
She wore an elegant pale-purple dress, with the pure white stockings Ethan had given her covering her legs. A pair of gemstone earrings shone brightly beneath the sunlight.
"Artemis?"
Looking at this goddess who now looked like an "elegant princess," even Ganesha froze.
Was this really the Goddess of the Hunt he knew? Since when had her personality changed?
"Ah, it's Ganesha. It really has been a long time."
"Y-Yes, it has been a long time."
Her voice was soft and gentle, and even her tone carried a trace of grace.
Now Ganesha was even more shocked.
Was this really Artemis?
Back in heaven, Artemis had been famously fierce. Who knew how many male gods she had beaten up?
She especially hated men, and when she attacked, she basically went as far as she could without killing them.
As Hermes's friend, Ganesha had seen Hermes's miserable state countless times.
"Artemis, why are you here?"
"What? Am I not allowed to be here?"
The moment she said that, a sour feeling instantly spread into the air.
"You can. Of course you can."
Ethan quickly answered. This was a life-or-death question, so he did not dare speak carelessly.
"Hmph."
Artemis looked at Ethan. In a lover's eyes, even an ordinary outfit could look perfect.
He was only wearing simple casual clothes, but in Artemis's eyes, he looked dazzling.
"Speaking of which, Artemis, you look very different today."
"What? Does it not look good?"
As she spoke, Artemis spun once in front of Ethan, letting him see her entire outfit.
"No. You're very beautiful. Today's Artemis is the most beautiful."
"At least you know how to speak."
Artemis was very pleased by her lover's praise.
However, Ganesha at the side was already too shocked to know what to say.
He looked at Artemis, then at Ethan, completely unable to express the shock in his heart.
The Goddess of Beauty Freya, who charmed all things, and the proud, pure Moon Goddess had both fallen for Ethan, a mere human.
What was wrong with this world?
Tap, tap, tap.
At that moment, a crisp sound of footsteps rang out.
A goddess wearing a blue cheongsam walked over, perfectly showing what "charm" meant.
If she did not come now, her beloved pet might be stolen away.
Two goddesses, both top-level goddesses, began their clash on this stage.
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