The Human Saint Is Bored, So I Was Summoned To Another World

For the rest of our journey, it was peaceful.

"…"

Fen is a town to the northwest of Kamran, which is in turn, is a city located at the southern border of the kingdom of Nerfes. It is actually the capital of the Rubinforth fief, which is under the authority of the family of Her Holiness.

From the Holy Palatial Gardens, we rode for one 'long sleep' west to a dense forest where we got ambushed. Exhausted from the incident, and to give time for our guards to call for additional troops back at the palatial gardens, we rested for another full 'long sleep' on a spot not too far from the battle site.

After taking that unplanned break, we then turned north at a river junction with the intention of reaching a certain mountain pass. We managed to cover that part of the journey for another yet one 'long sleep'.

Next, for a series of three 'long sleeps', we traversed the mountain pass to get to the city of Kamram (I'd like to visit here some time again in the near future). And then, after a final one 'long sleep', we're finally able to see the borders that marked the entrance to the land of the Rubinforths.

Our journey took seven 'long sleeps'—or days, in Earth's time reckoning.

And by this time, I think Her Fluffy Holiness has had enough.

"UEEEERRRRGGHHH!!!"

"For some odd reason, you're a creature of speed and agility, yet you're surprisingly sick of motion." Her Holiness commented the moment Her Fluffy Holiness vomited on the road side. Of course, we had to stop the convoy to let her relieve herself.

"Oh yeah? I may be prone to motion-sickness, but at least, my figure is still as seductive as ever…unlike some fat saint that I know…" the Beastman Saint countered.

"Why…w-well, it's fine. I know that my fatness can be remedied anytime. However, once a rejected fan, one will always be a rejected fan…"

"R-rejected?! Aren't you one as well, by someone you love as well?"

I can see sparks flying around those two holy women, and I can't help but to feel nervous. Shouldn't they be separated by now? I mean, those words sure have deeper meanings to it…

"Uh…are they okay, Lily? Should I stop them?" I asked the Head Maid.

"Don't worry, it's normal when those two are together. They may sound like they're fighting, but actually they're the best of friends…" Lily explained while she was cooking our lunch. "So best that I'm getting the feeling I'm getting left out…hahahahaha…"

I'm surrounded by crazy women…

Honestly, with the exception of that bandit incident, it's a good thing we're travelling in an inconspicuous carriage. Lily had planned this beforehand; she might've thought that the Saint's vacation would be severely hampered by her adoring crowd if we travel on Her Holiness' official carriage. The guards shed their flashy armor, and the maids wore their usual 'commoner' clothing. Heck, if someone were to see us, they'd think we're just part of an entourage of an aristocrat travelling to Nerfes.

Anyway, I think the only 'official time' that we had is when we were met by a delegate of King Rambo and Sir Simon near the border and silently welcomed us to their kingdom.

I guess this is the work of those letters that Lily sent ahead of us…

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Ah, anyway, we ate our lunch by the roadside. The Marquise Monfort and her regiment was with us throughout the entire journey after the bandit incident, never going as far as ten paces from the Saint's carriage. She only broke off from our convoy when we reached the outskirts of the Rubinforth fief. It seems that the Captain of the Paladin Corps had an appointment with King Rambo because of what happened earlier into our travel.

Meanwhile, our coach driver had estimated that it would only be a half-sleep's distance from where we are right now, up to the actual town proper of Fen. Although still eye-catching, our group was eventually passed on by travelling peasants, and some important-looking people (but not aristocrats).

Secrecy really has its benefits. By the looks of it, I think we'll finally arrive at our destination safe and unmolested.

However, when the maids who were with us began packing our belongings to resume our last leg of the journey, I saw the leader of the first guard squad Dame Sasha Atkins coming back together with other women from their patrol. It seems they have something urgent to tell the Head Maid.

"Oh, Dame Atkins!" Lily greeted them, seemingly concerned at their hurried arrival. "Is there anything up ahead?"

"Yes." was the Dame's curt reply, as always.

"What is it?"

"People."

"Huh?"

"Sudden increase."

"Of?"

"Numbers."

"You mean to say that you noticed the sudden increase of travelers in this road to Fen?"

"Yes."

I was listening to them, and honestly, I can't help but to be in awe with the Head Maid. To think that she's able to decipher this girl's odd way of speech? That's something. I'm starting to see Princess Lily in a 'superwoman'-like light.

"That's weird." Lily was deeply troubled. "Did you hear any rumors about our arrival from some roadside villages up ahead?"

"None."

"Maybe it's just coincidence. I mean, Fen is a resort town anyway. Of course, there'll be a lot of tourists." Lily tried to hide her anxiety. "Alright, thanks for your hard work, Dame Atkins. You may return to your duties."

Dame Atkins then curtsied together with her soldiers and went back to her patrol.

Then I heard Lily murmured, "This isn't good."

"What is 'not good', Lily?" I asked.

"Well, it's the very reason why I sent ahead letters to the leaders of the towns we're passing through in this journey. I asked them to keep secret of Her Holiness' arrival. Otherwise, if even a rumor leaks out, I'm sure there would be a great ruckus and Maddie's vacation would be ruined by her devotees. And if Dame Atkins say that there's an unusual increase in incoming traffic to Fen, it could only mean that they somehow knew that someone important is coming."

It was then I realized the gravity of the situation. "You're right. Having her devotees around in this vacation would render Her Holiness' break virtually useless. Got any ideas on solving this one?"

"Actually, I was about to ask you as well, Mister Kuro…"

"Hmm? What seems to be the problem guys?"

We almost screamed in surprise when we heard Her Holiness' voice coming from behind us.

"Oh…so there's an unusual increase in the numbers of travelers inbound for Fen?" Her Holiness had already read our minds before we could even speak. "The answer is simple; they could've known that we're coming now, Lily."

Lily and I both fell silent, unable to say anything to the Human Saint.

"Ah, don't worry about that." Her Holiness nonchalantly said, "I know the person who did that, and this leak isn't anyone's fault."

"Err…" I broke my silence, "Your Holiness, who is this person that would be willing to put you in this situation?"

The Human Saint suddenly smiled sardonically, "Oh, you'll see once we arrive there, Kuro…"

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And yes, just like what Her Holiness said, once our convoy appeared in the eyes of the locals of Fen, there was a huge jubilation. Children cheered, and the a.d.u.l.ts joined them as well. Some began to shout Her Holiness' name while waving her symbol—the ankh. Flowers began to be thrown towards us, and others removed their robes and put those down on our pathway…

Wait, is this the 'Jerusalem Triumphal Entry'?

"Ugh…this is a disaster…" Lily shook her head in dismay.

"AHAHAHAHA! I really love it when humans see you, Maddie!" Her Fluffy Holiness is the only one genuinely excited by the crowd. "They look so happy to embrace you so tight your bones would break!"

However, Her Holiness paid no heed to the Beastman Saint's remark. Instead, I saw her having a pissed-off expression, and was murmuring, "Tch…this is that old geezer's fault."

I pretended not to hear that.

It was really chaotic, and it began to put a strain on everyone in our group. Even though we're almost here at our destination, we can't move on that fast on the small streets of the town, and we're even more impeded by the jubilant mob.

Heck, everyone just wants a rest…Who the hell leaked the information about Her Holiness anyway?

Finally, I think the Beastman Saint has had enough. She did enjoy the crowd, but well, she's quite s.e.n.s.i.t.i.v.e when the need for it arises. And, seeing that it has been bothering us, or more importantly, it's distressing the Human Saint, Her Fluffy Holiness took control of the situation.

"!!!"

She opened the door of the carriage we're in and, with surprising agility, climbed to the roof. There she stood proudly as her ears and tails swayed with the shaking of our coach. The crowd was stunned at the sight of the beautiful beastwoman, and immediately recognized her as the Beastman Saint. Everyone suddenly fell quiet.

Wasting no time and after chanting a spell, Her Fluffy Holiness then declared, "THOSE WHO DARE TO BLOCK OUR WAY WOULD INCUR THE WRATH OF THE HEAVENS LEST THEY DESIST!"

I think everyone heard that loud and clear. I do as well; she spoke as if she was just right beside me, even though she's atop the roof of our carriage. And visibly so, because the unruly mob suddenly became as obedient as a sheep and moved aside to let us pass quietly. Of course, the paladin guards as well as the Fen militia were relieved; they almost got overwhelmed.

The Human Saint winked at me. "Ruro's ability lies at the fact that she can control the wind. As a result, she can cause her voice to be heard everywhere she wished." She explained, as if she already knew that I was curious about what just happened.

What a convenient skill…

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Anyway, I thought our troubles are over by then. The people graciously let us pass and the journey to the Rubinforth estate was nothing else but pleasant from that point onwards. But when we reached the gate of the aristocrat's manor, everyone heard a loud and long trumpet blast.

Lily stared at Her Holiness, "Isn't it the horn of your father's entourage, Maddie?"

"Indeed, it is." However, the Human Saint remained unmoved with a stoic expression. It seems to me that she really is having a rocky relationship with her father…

"Well, not necessarily 'pleased'." Her Fluffy Holiness spoke to answer my thoughts, "It's more like, Maddie's going 'Uhh…Here we go again.'."

"Hmm? Her Holiness has a feud with her father?" I can't help myself but ask. I turned to her, and was surprised that Her Holiness was already staring at me.

"You'll get what the Great White Wolf means sooner than you think, Kuro." Her Holiness told me.

Why do you guys keep on hiding things from me instead of just answering right away? I'm starting to get annoyed, but well…why do I care anyway? I just got dragged into this vacation thing, anyway!

"Well, if we tell you right away, there would be no suspense into this stupid story, don't you think?" Her Holiness replied.

Huh?! What are you saying?

"Nothing."

Then Lily ordered the carriage to stop at a wide clearing just a few distances away from the manor. The guards who rode before us then moved aside as another coach—an elegant one, appeared and out from it, a man was helped down by a butler.

Oh, good lord…here comes the asshole from the Seasonal Mass…

As usual, Her Holiness' father had a stern but dignified look on his face. He is flanked by two servants as he walked towards us. Several other men were following him; all were wearing flashy armor and carrying bright flags. In contrast, our group could be mistaken for some ragtag band of commoners with two aristocrats leading them.

"I've arrived, father." Much to my surprise, Her Holiness bowed before her old man. Well, you can't blame me. Ever since I came here, they gave me an impression that being a Saint is the highest existence available for a mortal. I'm kind of pleased that for some reason, people of Chersea still look up to their elders even though their existence is almost equal to that of gods.

"Welcome to Fen, Your Holiness!" The father welcomed his holy daughter in a dignified, official manner. "I hope you had a pleasant trip."

"I do. Thank you for your concern."

Everyone became silent as both the Saint and her father seemed to be eyeing on each other for a few moments. And then…

"BIG SIS, WELCOME BACK!"

Two kids with striking silver hair—a young boy and girl, suddenly appeared from the other carriage and ran at full speed towards Her Holiness. The Saint smiled and quickly spread her arms as if to welcome them, and both jumped at her for a big embrace—

"BUH—"

"!!!"

Or so I thought.

"Geez, what are you doing old man?!" the boy snapped at the Saint's father. The old guy prevented the kids from getting near their sister by yanking at their clothes. Naturally, with that kind speed at which they run, they would stumble and eventually, fall down.

"William, Sophia, is that the proper way to give a welcome to Her Holiness?"

Wow, this guy must be a party-pooper.

Realizing their mistake, the two children straightened up, dusted their clothes, and returned to their old, aristocratic selves. They stood behind their father and bowed in reverence before their sister.

"Welcome to Fen, Your Holiness!" they formally greeted her.

You know, I honestly think I'm watching a strange scene.

And then, another round of silence followed. Is this the Chersean custom? They have a lot of time to waste, I guess?

"Maddie!" The old man suddenly softened up on his tough expression and began to dramatically run towards his daughter. There were some tears that were being shed as he made his way to her.

"Papa!" Likewise, the daughter also broke into a dramatic run and they were to meet at the middle of the road between the carriages.

The kids just watch them with a sardonic expression. I bet they're kind of pissed right now because, hell, they did the same thing earlier and they got an earful from their father. I would think of the same, too.

Honestly, what the hell am I watching? Some sort of awkward reunion movie?

"MADDIE!"

"PAPA!"

"MAAADDDDIIIIEEE—OUUUEEEERGGGGHHH!!!"

"Oh my! The Duke suddenly vomited again!" The Saint was quick to step aside to avoid her father's incoming disgusting goo.

Yeah, what the hell did just happen?

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Duke Albert Matthew Marcus Sidney Rubinforth, Duke of Rubinforth and Chief Senator of the Council of Royal Ministers. One of the most influential and powerful politicians in the Kingdom of Nerfes, and also, in the entire world inhabited by humans. He is widely-known for his dedication to his duties, as well as his staunchly reactionary views towards the relationship between nobles and commoners. His sobriquet, 'Iron Senator', is the proof of his stubbornness in defending and proclaiming his views. To the people of Nerfes, his voice is equal to the voice of god—which is, coincidentally, happened to be his daughter.

Or so I heard…

"…"

But yeah, with all those impressive titles and tall stories, the Duke of Rubinforth that I'm looking at right now is far from those. For all that they say about him, I think there are a few ironies.

For one, I could tell that the Duke was way too doting towards his daughter. I mean, what the heck, just look at those banners that were hanging at the manor…

'Welcome home, Maddie!'

'Papa's waiting for his little baby!'

'Bow down before my holy daughter, peasants!'

Honestly, how far would this man go to show his contempt for others? Just because his daughter is the Saint, he's showing to everyone how superior his family is…

"…"

Now I'm getting the idea that the reason why everyone here at Fen knew about Her Holiness' arrival is because of those banners and streamers. Like what?! Baby?! You call your daughter 'Baby' at that age?! That's freaking creepy and awkward!

And second, though he may try to make himself appear to be tough, the Duke is currently being tended to since Her Holiness appeared; he began vomiting the moment they came too close to each other.

"Err…i-is your father okay, Your Holiness?" I worriedly asked the Saint as she just stood aside and was reduced to staring at her old man from a considerable distance.

"Don't worry too much about him; he's fine." she quipped.

He doesn't look fine to me, though.

"You worry too much, Master!" Her Fluffy Holiness seconded.

Come on guys! The old dude is getting paler and paler by the minute! How about you, Lily?

My eyes turned to the Head Maid, but she also kept her unusual distance. She also carried on her duties like a normal maid should. The paladin guards didn't even care. His other children also maintained their aloof expressions. The only ones who were actually doing something are the Duke's own guards, however, they're just fanning him like he's hot or something…

What the hell, guys? That isn't how you administer first aid to a collapsed man!

I looked around to look for water for him to drink. However, everyone's busy unloading and unpacking things; no one's bothering to help.

"Pah! You're too noisy and fussy, young man!" I suddenly heard the gruff voice of the sick fellow behind me. I turned and was surprised to see that he's recovered from being deathly pale to a healthy pink. He's now standing on his feet too!

That was quick!

"Told you Papa is alright." the Saint nonchalantly commented.

Wha—how?!

Her Fluffy Holiness chuckled, "How come you didn't notice, Master? You're supposed to be a sharp person!"

Well, you girls did keep your weird distance from him, even if the Duke seems like he's about to die.

"That's correct, though only 'half-correct', I'd say."

"What do you mean?"

"Haa…" Her Holiness then let out a long, exhausted sigh. "Papa has inherited the 'Curse of the House of Rubinforth'."

"Hah? A curse?"

"Yes, it began with my ancestor, the great knight Jimmy Nee Rubinforth." the Human Saint explained, "As you may have heard from Ruro, he's allergic to big b.r.e.a.s.ts."

What—

"And my father has the same curse passed down on him."

Oh, so that 'common enemy' that the two Saints were telling me before is…

"It's because the Duke and his ancestors before him hates big b.r.e.a.s.ts."

I'm really surrounded by idiots.