I was Betrayed then Reincarnated as a Kitsune

Chapter 226: Returning Home Once Again

[Luna POV]

A few days after an exciting night with Tamamo, we were preparing to head out.  We had said our goodbyes to Lia, Dia, and Cres and were waiting for the princesses, Zeke, and Shana.

Hmm.  They are taking a while, arent they? (Luna)

Big sis, allow me to speak some common sense.  This is normal, all we do is throw everything in your inventory and were done.  Normal people and people that dont have space magic dont do that. (Soleil)

Not to mention that the space magic inventory is limited to the amount of mana one can use. (Ophidia)

Ugh.  This world spoils me too much.  Ive become so used to having an inventory that I forgot such a simple thing. (Luna)

{Its alright Luna, that just means you run on a different kind of common sense.  As for the world spoiling you, Ill spoil you even more if you want.}

Ill never not accept that.  Especially if it goes both ways since I enjoy spoiling you as much as you do me. (Luna)

As I flirted with Tamamo, the party we were waiting for arrived.  They were in two separate carriages from their respective countries.

Ophidia, mind taking the second carriage? (Luna)

Not at all, master. (Ophidia)

I moved to get on the Celestia Kingdom carriage and Ophidia moved to the Beast Kingdom carriage.

We head to Celestia first, then the Beast Kingdom.  Everyone get ready. (Luna)

Do you want to go to the castle grounds, or outside the city, master? (Ophidia)

Castle grounds for Celestia, a little outside the city for the Beast Kingdom since Ive never visited the castle there. (Luna)

Alright. (Ophidia)

Once everyone was settled, we teleported.  The landing was a little rough due to the different terrain, but nothing too bad.  I looked outside of the carriage I was in to see if Ophidia had any trouble but it didnt seem like it.  We all got out of the carriages.

Thank you for this, Luna.  Ill have father get you the payment in a bit. (Pneuma)

Dont worry about it right now, since you all insisted on paying me, Ill come and collect it later. (Luna)

Ill hold you to that, so you better not just be making an excuse to not collect it. (Pneuma)

Tch.  Fine, I really will be back then. (Luna)

Why are you so averse to us paying you for this? (Zeke)

Because we already have too much money.  Like, so much that we could buy out probably every shop here and still have too much left over. (Luna)

Wait really!? (Pneuma)

Yeah.  I mean, we dont really ever spend that much and we just keep accumulating it.  I have considered donating it to places anonymously, but I will wait for that when Im closer to ascending. (Luna)

Hmm.  Then do you want your payment to be donated to somewhere anyway?  I mean, if we just add to the already large pile, then by the time you ascend, the economy of the continent will probably be mostly yours. (Zeke)

Thats probably for the best.  Just donate it to wherever you think is best and treat that as my payment then. (Luna)

We said a few more things before we moved over to the other carriage to leave.

See you guys again at some point, and tell Drome I said hello. (Luna)

We all waved at each other and we teleported away again.  This time, we ended up near one of the forests close to the capital Savanna.

Ah home, its been so long. (Selene)

Yeah, but then again, you havent really missed much, sis.  The only big things were an undead attack and big brothers wedding. (Selena)

Hey, I regret missing the wedding.  It just would have taken me too long to come back before it started. (Selene)

I know, I was just giving you a hard time since its fun messing with you. (Selena)

Geez.  Luna, help me out here. (Selene)

Cant.  Im the same way, when I see someone that is fun to mess with, I go for it.  Im not doing that right now since your twin is already doing so. (Luna)

For the record, she is not lying.  Big sis does this to all of us regularly. (Soleil)

Indeed. (Velvet)

I just cant win, can I? (Selene)

Youll get used to it nya. (Mio)

Really? (Selene)

Youll need to nya. (Mio)

Then Ill do my best. (Selene)

Selena, that means you need to up your game as well. (Luna)

Indeed. (Selena)

Luna, dont encourage her.  Ive given up on you, but I dont want other people becoming closer to someone like Atmos. (Skadi)

Why did you give up on me?  Im still not THAT bad. (Luna)

Ok, yeah, that was a bit harsh.  But still, dont encourage it. (Skadi)

Fine, I wont encourage it too much. (Luna)

And thats how you do it. (Skadi)

I see.  Thank you, Miss Skadi. (Selene)

No problem. (Skadi)

Soon after this small conversation, we entered the capital.  After a little more time, we got to the castle gates and were met with a small group of people with Lobo in the lead.  When he saw me and my party get out of the carriage, some understanding flashes across his face.

I was wondering why I was told a royal carriage was seen entering the city.  Turns out it was Lady Luna bringing my two daughters home early. (Lobo)

Eh, just felt like helping out some friends. (Luna)

And again, thanks for this, Luna. (Selene)

No problem. (Luna)

What about payment?  How much is this going to cost us? (Lobo)

I discussed it with these two already, just talk with them about it. (Luna)

Alright.  Will you be staying here for any amount of time? (Lobo)

No, were heading to the shrine after this, though we will be in the country for some time. (Luna)

Alright.  Mind if I call all of you if something needing S-rank adventurers comes up? (Lobo)

I mean, as far as I know, we are the only ones here at the moment, so sure. (Luna)

Alright.  See you some time then. (Lobo)

Come and visit sometime Luna, everyone. (Selene)

Indeed.  We will look forward to it. (Selena)

We waved at them before teleporting away once more.  This time, we arrived in front of the shrine.

{Not teleporting to your room this time?}

Nah, too many people. (Luna)

{Fair.}

We headed inside.  Walking around the shrine I noticed how there werent many people around.

I wonder where all the shrine staff are, they shouldnt be preparing for new year this early. (Luna)

I dont know either.  Maybe there is a coming of age ceremony today? (Soleil)

Possibly.  Tamamo, do you know anything? (Luna)

She didnt respond.

Well, Tamamo isnt saying anything, so that might be it. (Luna)

Thats as good a confirmation as any, I suppose. (Velvet)

We walked until we got to the residential part of the shrine where we first headed toward moms office just in case something else was going on.  When we got there, all we found was dad.  When we entered the room, he looked up from whatever he was doing.

Oh, what a pleasant surprise. (Deacon)

Hey dad.  Where is mom, Ana, and the rest of the shrine staff? (Luna)

Several coming of age ceremonies are today, so they are taking care of that. (Deacon)

Figured.  Just making triple sure. (Luna)

And to what do we own the pleasure of all you coming here today? (Deacon)

Were here for the new year.  We just decided to get here early. (Soleil)

Ah.  Wait, why do I have a bad feeling about this? (Deacon)

No idea. (Luna)

{Im back for now.}

Oh, Tamamo.  How was it? (Luna)

{Just as cringy as I made it before.  I really regret younger mes actions when making this ceremony up.}

Goddess Tamamo, what exactly does Luna have planned for the new year? (Deacon)

{Just spending time with me and a few others, why?}

Oh dear. (Deacon)

It wont be that bad, itll just be a small get together. (Skadi)

Skadi, when Luna is involved, is it ever just small? (Deacon)

Yes, for the most part. (Skadi)

Velvet? (Deacon)

What are you asking me for?  Ive gotten used to whatever Luna does being anything but small for normal people. (Velvet)

Oh, so youve finally gave in. (Deacon)

Pretty much.  Its more fun and enjoyable that way. (Velvet)

Just then mom and Ana came into the room.

Oh, welcome home. (Amagi)

Hey mom, Ana. (Luna)

(Ana)

Ana was looking at Soleil and Velvet and squinting her eyes.  She then gave Soleil a thumbs up and Soleil repeated the gesture.  Mom and dad just tilted their heads in confusion before moving on.

So, whats up? (Amagi)

Just here for the new year. (Luna)

Dont be fooled, she has planned some get together and I dont think it will be a normal one. (Deacon)

Luna. (Amagi)

What?  All I was going to invite was the people from last new year with the addition of Fenrir so she and Mio can see each other. (Luna)

And I thank you for that nya. (Mio)

Just ask and Ill set up a domain for the two of you. (Luna)

Nya. (Mio)

*Sigh* (Amagi)

Oh dont worry, all of you are invited as well.  I wont leave my family out of it. (Luna)

!!! (Ana)

Whats wrong mom? (Soleil)

D-does that mean I will be meeting even more gods? (Ana)

Naturally. (Skadi)

I dont know if this feeling Im feeling is excitement or dread. (Ana)

Why would it be dread?  Theyre all nice people. (Luna)

{Luna, just let her feel what she feels, shell get used to it eventually.  She has to.}

Fair enough. (Luna)

Chaos Realm:

Order: Is Soleil's mother going to be alright?

Yeah.  Like Tamamo said, she'll need to get used to this before too long, so Luna is just helping her out.

Order: Ok.  Though I am surprised that Luna's parents aren't just as shocked.

They are, they just hide it better than Ana.

Order: I see.  Anyway, want to go on another boat trip?

Sounds fun, let's go.