Erina's Apartment!
Living room.
A crimson light flickered.
Ayato had finished granting the Balance Breaker.
At the same time!
The long sword at Shigure's waist shone brightly.
The clothes on her body fluttered, turning completely crimson.
"She... awakened her Balance Breaker?"
"So fast?"
A complex look appeared in Erina and the others' eyes.
Although she had heard before...
That some among the servant companions could awaken their Balance Breakers instantly...
This was her first time seeing it with her own eyes.
"It's a Special-type Balance Breaker?"
Ayato stroked his chin, his eyes flickering. "Shigure, what is your ability?"
Hearing this, Shigure snapped out of it and immediately responded, "Reporting to Master."
"My Balance Breaker is called 'Myriad Divine Arms.'"
"Any weapon held in my hand can be transformed into a divine weapon, and some weapons will be bestowed with different attributes."
Ayato nodded. "Not bad. A Balance Breaker very suited to you."
"Thank you for your blessing, Master."
Shigure showed a smile.
She was a master of swords and weapons.
Such a Balance Breaker was as if tailor-made for her.
"Although you specialize in martial arts, you can't neglect magic."
Ayato took out a magic book and handed it to her. "At the very least, you need to master the magic in this book."
"As for your Balance Breaker, take some time to visit the Healing World. With your ability, you should be able to master a few more Imperial Arms."
"Healing... World?"
Shigure looked confused.
She felt like she couldn't understand.
Instinctively, she looked at Miu.
"It's like this."
Seeing this, Miu immediately explained. "The Healing World is another world; the name was given by Master."
"Among other things, there are special weapons called Imperial Arm, and besides..."
After listening to Miu's words, a strange light appeared in Shigure's eyes.
She should say, as expected of the King?
Beyond what was revealed on the surface...
He even had other worlds under his control.
And not just one other world.
Mysterious Imperial Arm, powerful mechanical suits, potions that grant immortality...
Now!
She deeply understood.
This servant group was far more exaggerated than she had imagined.
After Miu finished speaking, Ayato said, "You'll have plenty of time to understand the specifics later."
"Before that, I will bestow upon you the power of a Blessing."
"Blessing? What's that?"
Shigure was eager to try.
"First, stand up from the floor. This is inconvenient."
"Okay."
As soon as Shigure stood up, she saw Ayato's eyes, like rubies, right in front of her face.
The King... was this close?
Was it a special ceremony for Blessings?
A flicker of doubt appeared in her eyes.
"Mmph..."
Shigure's eyes widened.
Her hands and feet became flustered.
Something was surging inside her body.
Was this... the power of a Blessing?
After a long moment.
Ayato released Shigure.
Seeing this!
Erina and Hisako exchanged glances, then immediately hugged Ayato's arms from left and right.
"Master, we have prepared new dishes waiting for your tasting." x2.
The corner of Ayato's mouth curled up.
He greatly anticipated their cooking.
Then!
Ayato led the two towards the kitchen.
"Miu, are they very skilled at cooking?"
"Yes."
Miu said instinctively, "They are both students of Totsuki Academy."
"I see. Then let's go taste it too."
"Um, it's better not to."
"Why?"
"Because... well..."
Miu's face flushed, her words faltering.
Even if she hadn't eaten pork, she had seen pigs run.
During this time...
She had gained some sensitivity to certain things.
"Why are you acting so strange? What's going on? You should..."
Shigure stopped mid-sentence.
Not far away, indescribable sounds rang out.
Her face instantly flushed bright red.
No wonder...
Miu was acting that way.
This servant group was indeed somewhat...
Shigure took a deep breath, then asked curiously, "Miu, have you climbed into the King's bed yet?"
Miu: "..."
This... was way too direct.
She hesitated, looking a bit restless.
Looks like she hasn't.
Seeing Miu like this, Shigure patted her head.
Indeed, this silly child still couldn't let go.
It was said that this King had many servants.
If she wasn't more proactive, being one step slow would mean being slow at every step.
A thoughtful look appeared in her eyes.