Yari no Yuusha no Yarinaoshi - Chapter 432

432 Peeping

“Come to think of it, how high has your level grown Father-in-law?” (Motoyasu)
“I’ve gotten to Level 38. I’ve also strengthened the shield with a considerable amount of materials. Plus, I utilized the Weapon Copy ability we discussed before while we were waiting for you here, so I’ve probably gotten considerably stronger right?” (Naofumi)

We casually conversed as we removed our clothes for the bath.
Hum… As for my impression on Father-in-law’s body, thinking back on the initial loop, he had no small amount of muscle about his body.
That Father-in-law should have been about Level 100 however, so that could only be expected.

“To a certain extent, there are also various things to learn about skills, right? As is, it’s kind of frightening how there’s no reference attached to skill power. Especially considering my actual combat experience is nonexistent.” (Naofumi)
“A respectable modesty, but Father-in-law is always reliable.” (Motoyasu)
“Well… I think I’m honestly nervous. Just having a high level can give you a big head, but not actually matter much in real combat or something. At least, that’s one of my experiences with net games.” (Naofumi)

“If I recall, you were a rather famous guild master, right?” (Motoyasu)
“Ah, is that something I mentioned in the future? Yeah, I lead a guild that was about the third largest on the server.” (Naofumi)
“That so.” (Motoyasu)
“But really, what does that have to do with being here? Well, I suppose leaders of big groups have to read up on things like assaults and retreats, or giving simple commands and managing logistics, but all the same it’s not likely those things just work the same when you’re in a different world.” (Naofumi)
“What are you saying? Upon the foundation of Father-in-law’s experience, you have accomplished many great exploits for those suffering in this world!” (Motoyasu)

Compared to my unenlightened self, the group of heroes that paid no attention to the damage to the surroundings and focused solely on the Wave Boss and fissure, Father-in-law thought of any means possible to reduce the number of victims.
Thanks to that, there turned out to be little damage.
I even heard that Father-in-law, in the middle of a hostile Melromark, gathered and commanded volunteer soldiers to minimize damages.

In the various battles afterwards, Father-in-law definitely made full use of his experience with guild battles.
I am aware that this Motoyasu was only able to draw out his true strength thanks to Father-in-law’s instruction.
That is why I am certain that Father-in-law’s extraordinary wit will appear before us again.

“S… Sure. Geez, it’s weird, or should I say Motoyasu-kun’s testimony feels suspicious… Can I really lead people? You don’t want to entrust that with someone else?” (Naofumi)

Father-in-law’s skepticism runs deep.
This is definitely the man full of concern I remember.

“I haven’t a single doubt about it.” (Motoyasu)
“Well, if Motoyasu-kun has that much faith, but… That aside however, I keep thinking that I don’t really understand my specialist partner. I wonder if the things I heard from games will be helpful in practice…” (Naofumi)
“Kitamura~, back wash~” (Kou)
“Yes, yes, I know.” (Motoyasu)

Since Kou demanded a scrub, I began washing his back.
With scrupulous care, his wings… and the crooks of his wings are coated in bubbles as I wash off the accumulated dirt with soap.
Fine work like this went hand in hand with Filorials.
An unfortunate principle of this is that I cleaned not only those like Midori and Kou, but also took care of Kuu and Marin’s sort once they exited the bath.

“It tickle~s” (Kou)
“Now now, sit still” (Motoyasu)
“Yup! Iwatani should also come get a back wash~” (Kou)
“That’s right, huh” (Motoyasu)

With those words, in the midst of a pleasant backwashing, Sakura-chan appears, climbing over the hedge in her Filorial Queen form.

“Wait! Sakura! That way is the men’s bath!” (Eclair)

Eclair’s voice echo’s across.

“Naofumi~” (Sakura)
“Ah, Sakura-chan… You came?” (Naofumi)
“Let’s bathe together~” (Sakura)
“Ah, right, right. Ms. Eclair, Sakura-chan came over, what should I do?” (Naofumi)

Father-in-law called out to Eclair.
Eclair sounded somewhat troubled with Yuki-chan at that moment however.

“Why am I the only one not allowed to go to Motoyasu?!” (Yuki)
“You’re not allowed because you aren’t allowed! Sakura, listen to Sir Iwatani and return immediately.” (Eclair)
“I also wish to enter the bath alongside Motoyasu!” (Yuki)

Father-in-law soothed Sakura-chan as the dialogue unfolded across the hedge.

“Since that’s how it is, hurry on back to the women’s bath alright?” (Naofumi)
“Eh~… Naofumi should come to the women’s bath too then~” (Sakura)
“Huh?! Wa-wait!” (Naofumi)

With Father-in-law over her shoulders, Sakura-chan proceeded to leap right across to the women’s bath.

“S-sir Iwatani! What are you doing entering the women’s bath!” (Eclair)
“It’s not my fault! Sakura-chan just arbitrarily gave me a ride over here.” (Naofumi)
“Yup. Sakura wants to enter the bath with Naofumi~” (Sakura)
“That’s not allowed! Hurry and put Sir Iwatani back in the men’s bathing area!” (Eclair)
“Aww~…” (Sakura)
“Sir Iwatani, since you’re desperately shielding your eyes with your hand, I won’t question you, but be careful.” (Eclair)
“G-got it.” (Naofumi)

Sakura-chan immediately crossed over the hedge with Father-in-law in tow.
Father-in-law is as one would expect.
I wonder what became of Yuki?

“I am still not finished speaking!” (Yuki)

It seems Yuki-chan is still objecting against Eclair.
Nevertheless, she uses such a pleasant voice.

“Yuki-chan, I will come over to the women’s bath for a peek in just a bit.” (Motoyasu)
“Sir Kitamura!” (Eclair)

Eclair seems to be letting off quite the displeasure for some reason.
Though I don’t understand why.

“A girl’s appeal increases when she is peeked upon. Since the effectiveness of this method decreases if it is openly known, there is also a certain enjoyment to the anticipation.” (Motoyasu)
“… I understand! I, in order to confer the best view to Motoyasu, will wash and wait!… And then, when I’m seen, my glamour will rise more than anyone else’s, right?” (Yuki)
“T-that’s right, so can you calm down, Yuki…” (Eclair)

Eclair’s voice shrank down.
Sakura-chan, taking care of Father-in-law, also reluctantly returned.

“Heheh. In displaying her body, Sakura haw reduced the appeal boosting effects she could have had. Take this as a learning experience on why it’s bad to enter the men’s bath.” (Yuki)
“Huh~? Sakura is Sakura, so entering the bather with Naofumi and Motoyasu is expected.” (Sakura)
“What is this even… At any rate, you two make sure to properly soak up to your shoulders after you’ve washed.” (Eclair)
“Al~right”

And with that, it seems Yuki and Sakura quietly began washing.
After a few minutes, Father-in-law’s slightly red face shows and an anxiousness towards the direction of the women’s bath.

“So~ warm~, the water is great~… Zzz…” (Sakura)
“Sakura, don’t sleep in the bath!” (Eclair)

A soft thump echoed across to us.

“Ow~…” (Sakura)
“Even if you can’t sink in that form, it’s not an intelligent decision!” (Eclair)

Eclair sounds slightly like a mother-in-law in the distance.
For whatever reason, it reminds me of my sister-in-law.
I wonder what she’s up to right now.

“Ah, this is troubling for Ms. Eclair as well…” (Naofumi)
“Now then, it’s approaching peeking time, hm.” (Motoyasu)
“Motoyasu-kun, do you seriously intend to peep?” (Naofumi)
“Certainly. In particular because I promised Yuki-chan.” (Motoyasu)

“I know you’re not the sort to quit when someone says quit, but I think it would be better to stop… I think it would be enough if you just told Yuki-chan you saw her later.” (Naofumi)
“Father-in-law, lying is most definitely wrong!” (Motoyasu)
“No, but, isn’t creating a justification like that for peeping also wrong…” (Naofumi)
“Come now, Kou, become my foothold.” (Motoyasu)
“Will I get something if I become your foothold?” (Kou)
“I’ll pet your head!” (Motoyasu)
“Then Kou is gonna be a foothold!” (Kou)
“This is only getting worse!” (Naofumi)

Father-in-law interjected, but in accordance with my request, Kou proffered the back of his Filorial King form.

“Come, Father-in-law should also look.” (Motoyasu)

As I recall, I remember never seeing the pleasure garden called the women’s bath with with Father-in-law.
Father-in-law fundamentally disliked women after all.
I suppose that’s one of the discrepancies of this loop.

“Whoa! S-stop–” (Naofumi)

At my words, Kou took hold of Father-in-law’s body.
With this, we’ll be able to cross over the hedge and see the women’s bath.
Or such was the plan, as Eclair’s face unexpectedly appeared.

“Sir Kitamura… I would like you to consider public morals. Do you understand that your peeping could hurt a woman’s feelings?” (Eclair)
“There’s no problem. For this Motoyasu, there isn’t any particular malicious intent in peeking at the women’s bath.” (Motoyasu)
“… Haa. Certainly, if Sir Kitamura keeps silent to present an honorable front… There may not be many women that would hold discomfort at being seen. However, in the end it’s the principle of the matter!”
“Ms. Eclair! Sorry! I’m not looking!” (Naofumi)

It appears Father-in-law is once more covering his eyes with both hands.
It’s a shy, honourable appearance, but he won’t grow as a man at this rate.
Just as a woman’s appeal increases from being seen, a man refines himself by seeing!