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I have been a secret agent for many years. And I, having completed various deadly missions through my career……am at my wits end for the first time.
But seriously how the hell did I get a daughter out of nowhere!?!?! Why is she calling me dad???
The black haired man with formal clothing consisting of a black blazer with a black tie, along with a black pants watched the small girl who was holding his hand.
'I wonder how this even happened? I have dated many girls but that was just for my missions on earth. And now in this world, I have worked as a spy but I can't recall anyone who I have gotten intimate with. Even on earth, I made sure that no problem would occur. So how?
‘Now that I take a closer look, it's an elf especially with silver hair. This confirms this child is not from earth, but from this world. '
While our secret agent was standing there with a small girl holding his hand, the crowd goers couldn't help but stare at them while passing. The stark contrast between their clothing was way apparent.
The black haired man asked the girl gently.
"Say little girl, who's your papa?" The girl just pointed at him.
'Wait but why???? And how???'
He asked again, 'and what's your papa's name?'
The silver haired girl smiled cutely and said ''Subaru Natsuki!! "
"And your mother's name?"
"Mother?" She asked cutely as she tilted her head.
"I mean your mama."
"Emilia Elior!!"
‘Hm Emilia Elior?...Elior, from the forest of Elior? The one in roswaal’s domain?? Is this another plot started by Roswaal? Or maybe somebody knows my secret identity and is trying to frame me in something? Well I still can't just leave a child alone. Well, I know, I may be placing myself into a trap. I have to be as cautious as possible.'
"I see, I see, do you know how mama looks?" He asked as he skillfully hid all his doubts and suspicions.
"Papa, have you hit your head or something!!?! You always praise and flirt with mama everyday and now you're asking how does mama look?!!" The girl scolded him like his mother."
‘I do what?? Seriously, what the hell is actually happening?!?!’
Oh yeah, I forgot to say but I had asked her name before, and her name was Chocorina. Really childish name if you ask me. Must be her mother.
Man, how did I get into this whole mess??
Well let's start from the beginning shall we?
I sighed, as I opened the fridge.
"Hey, Kazuma! Did you bring the cup noodles as well as groceries!!" I screamed across the hall.
"Huhh???!!" Kazuma said back as removed his headphones. My roommate replied.
"Can you repeat??" He said in his ever lazy tone.
"I said, did you brought the groceries!!?"
"Nahhh, I forgot while buying the latest volume of Re:Zero."
I just clicked my tongue. I Gave up.
"What are you making for the afternoon?"
"Nothing, I am feeling lazy and I want to complete the VN of Steins;Gate." I replied as I went to open my cupboard.
*Hm, cup noodles then?" Ayanokoji said, finally saying something. My third and final roomate. He said calmly without moving his eyes from his book. The only guy who wasn't a NEET among us.
"Hm? Going to buy groceries in a suit? Come on wear something casual man. like your tracksuit or something?" Kazuma said with his head on the couch facing me.
"Nah, it's better to be prepared anyways. Who knows maybe Godzilla will appear." I said with a chuckle as I put my tie.
"Ah yes, Godzilla vs John Wick." Kazuma said with a laugh.
"Doesn't matter, I am feeling as it would be better to wear this instead of that tracksuit. I've left that Subaru behind anyways."
"Yeah, yeah you're right." I didn't face Kazuma but I could feel as if he had an understanding smile.
"Well, then I am off. Wanna get something anyone?" I asked while wearing my shoes.
"Yeah bring me some Doritos!!" Kazuma said.
Ayanokoji added,"Icecream too, it's over."
"Gotcha, icecream for Kiyo.”
"Hey!! What about my chips!!”
“You said something??”
“No fair! What's up with this bias?!"
"That's cause, ayanokoji doesn't argue with me much." With this, I left out apartment.
As I walked, I started to wonder why I had worn this. This train of thought turned into how I turned into this Subaru.
It's been 8-9 years, huh? I walked pondering meaningless things about the past, while scanning my surroundings for any threat.
After walking for 10 minutes, I finally reached the store.
Picked the cup noodles, each with different flavours. Got the ice-cream and chips for my fellow roommates, and oh yeah they are also with me in my agent work.
And went to the manga and light novel section.
I scanned the shelf and
"Oh, insomniacs after school's last volume finally is here huh?" Well it's ending was good, i read it monthly so already read the last chapter. But opened it to see any new stuff. And got it, a special chapter featuring Shiromaru-senpai.
As I read the extra chapter. My eyes wandered to the window. Two couples were passing by holding hands.
I couldn't help but remember Shin and his girlfriend Lena. I am sure they must be on a date in Switzerland. Well, he deserves his vacation. I smiled.
I went to the counter and paid the money. Yeah maybe Kazuma was right, it garnered people attention towards me for a moment.
Well anyways, I exited the building and waited at the crossing. A sudden itch was felt in my eye. I did what a human would do, tried to remove it. After a while, I opened my eyes and sudden brightness made me squint it back.
After a moment of my eyes adjusting to the sudden change, i couldn't believed my eyes.
"N-no-no way! Wasn't it dark just a minute before. Where am I??!!" I already had my one hand grabbing my gun.
Eyes rapidly scanning the surroundings. My brain was quickly trying to find an answer. I had gone into a full panic mode.
What is this place?! Dragon carriages?! Demi-humans!? From this look of it doesn't look like modern day but mediaeval europe? Am I in some kind of simulation?!
Or is this an isekai?!!
Calm down, Subaru. Calm down. Take a deep breath.
Ok, let's first analyse our situation, shall we?
I walked around the town or whatever this place was.
My first conversation in this world was with a fruit seller.
"Hey brother, how much does these apples cost?"
"Oh you mean appas? Just 1 silver coin each."
"I see." So there's no problem in communication means no language barrier. But some terms are different in this world. Means others too. Now the only thing left is
"You take these?" I gave some cents which I had.
He examined the coin carefully and replied, "Hm, these aren't lugunican coins. Well, sorry brother, you can't use this currency in the kingdom of Lugunica." Returning them back.
"I see, well thanks for helping me out. I will be sure to buy some when I get the currency back." I smiled and put the coins back in my purse. And went ahead.
I was sitting in a alleyway. Noise of the crowd still could be heard.
What is this actually? Have I really been isekaid? Like where was the one who summoned me? I didn't even stepped in a portal. A goddess? A god? A magician? No one?
Is this even an isekai though? What if I'm in a dream world constructed by some organisation and they found a perfect target?
I looked at my gun.
Should I? ……No, no. Even if it's a dream. I don't know the risk of something happening to the real world.
I've thought about getting isekaid myself many times but as time passed those thoughts also went away despite still being a weeb. I have responsi….bilites. I have?
“No no, stop this train of thought, Subaru” I muttered as I gently slapped my face.
Well now my main priority here is to survive. Let's analyse the situation shall we?
Ok so the place I'm in is some city or capital considering the amount of people and a literal castle over there.
And my gear. Well quite good for survival, can't deny. Glad I picked this outfit instead of that tracksuit.
So what should I do now? Survive. Yeah that's it. It's something that I've done various times and as compared to surviving in a gunfight or in a forest. This place is too easy for me. Perfect
Just as I finished my monologue. I noticed three shadows appearing of various sizes.
“Has my eyesight gone bad?” I couldn't help but wonder. The three guys whose shadow appeared finally revealed themselves.
I understood who they were just by looking at their outfit and walking style. While it was bad to judge someone by their outfits, I had gotten a knack for it and most times I was right.
“Hey Old man, if you don't wanna get hurt. Give us everything you got. And we'll let you go away without any scars.” The middle one spoke. He was skinny and had his tongue prodding out like some lizard. With a piercing on it. I wondered if it hurted while getting those, for a second.
Wait a second, did this guy call me an old man?? I've not even reached my 30s yet.
A compulsory event in isekai huh?
“Yeah yeah do as he said.” The smallest one spoke up. He was the height of my waist. Quite short. Probably compensating his short height for the attitude and snugness.
“Fine, I'll do it. Let's not get into any fight shall we?” i said in as calm a tone as possible. Raising my hands up and putting down the plastic bag.
It's better to not get into any fights from the start. The middle one has two knives in his back, clearly visible. The big one looks quite strong, I don't know how strong people are in this world but it's best to believe that if I get a single hit I would be down. Also a money pouch? And the smallest one. While I can't see much, he probably has a knife somewhere.
“Oh he did as he said.” A small guy said surprised.
“Now, remove and give us your clothes and beg us for mercy.” The middle guy said.
Isn't that too much? I looked around to see if someone was going to help. While some crowd noticed from afar, they didn't bother to get in this mess.
Typical isekai I guess. I sighed.
“Well sorry, I ain't gonna do that.” I said.
“Well then prepare for some beating!”
“Trust me, you don't wanna get into this.” I chucked.
“See, didn't I tell you? Do not get into a fight. I was willing to negotiate peacefully but see?” I said boringly, while sitting on the fat guy. Knowing no one is listening, all have fainted.
“They seriously thought they could win with numbers? If they thought of me as nobles, wouldn't they know that nobles have some kind of training to protect themselves? Well at least some have
Now then, since you would have taken my belongings if I lost. I think it's fair to do the same. i took the two knives and took half of the money.
Well then, pick your fights carefully or just get some jobs. I said as he walked away.
After roaming around a bit. I reached again at the apple store or well the appa store for this world.
“Hey brother, didn't I tell you that I would buy one after getting this currency? Give me appa.” I said while giving a silver coin to the appa guy. And took one apple.
“It was nice to get in business with you.” The guy said.
“Yeah, same. By the way, what's your nice name sir?” i asked with a smile while taking a bite from the apple.
“Name is Kadomon. Kadomon Risch.”
“I'm Natsuki Subaru. Was nice to meet you.” Subaru said while walking away.
“Hmm, it's sweeter than the ones in Japan. Nice.” i muttered.
“Now then it's time to sell these.”, looking at the knives.
The black haired guy walked while finding a place where weapons were sold and brought.
“Ah, I found one.”
Entering into the shop, I noticed different kinds of weapons.
“Truly a mediaeval fantasy.” I muttered while looking around.
Different types of swords, spears, maces and many more. While I knew how to use some. i still prefer my reliable ol gun.
“Welcome, what would you like to buy sir?” An old man of nearly 60s said behind the counter.
“Ahh no no. I didn't come here to buy anything. I actually wanted to sell this.” i said as i placed the two stol- no won knives on the table.
“I see, let me check.” The old guy analysed the knives for a moment.
“Hm, at most 5 silver coins. What do you say?” The old man put down the knives.
5 appa huh? But seriously I still have no idea about the currency here properly so I don't know if he's fooling me or not. If I remember correctly, was 1 apple nearly 100 yen? So 500 Yen?
“You're putting the price right? Or are you scamming me?”
“They're already worn out, I'm being generous enough to give this much too.”
I sighed, knowing he was right. I had a thought about selling my knife, which I banished in an instant.
“Fine”
“Say kid, you're not from here are you?”
“Ah, yeah you guessed it right. I actually am a runaway from another neighbouring country. So I hope you aren't scamming me?” I covered it with a lie and a smile.
Is my poker face that easily catchable?
“Don't worry, despite how worn these are. I think this is as much as I can give.”
True, I do wonder how much daggers cost? I don't use them much
“Thank you ojisan. Uh by the way can I ask you a favour?” I asked.
“Sure as long as it's doable. Also I ain't giving a sword for these daggers by the way.” The old man smiled.
“Well, can you explain the currency to me?”
The old man laughed. “Ah, I'm not a banker, you know? But well, it's doable so listen.”
The old man explained and gave some explanation about the currency.
“I see, thanks. Also…” i paused while wondering if it's ok to ask.
“?”
“Nah nevermind. I might ask later. Thanks for the help. Sorry I didn't ask your name earlier, I'm Subaru Natsuki.”
“It's okay. I'm Arcus.”
We shook hands and I departed.
“I will visit again.” i said while leaving.
“Sure do. Next time buy something.”
“Yeah”
While walking,
“I guess not all people are bad in this land. I was quite sceptical wondering if I would be scammed. I still hoped I didn't.”
Now then, all that's left is to find an inn and a place to sleep.
So I walked around trying to find some alright inn that doesn't cost too much.
After walking like 2 hrs or something I finally reached one place. The sun had started to set. I had asked for like a dozen inns and some were quite costly like 2 times the amount I had for just one stay. And some were well, quite cheap but I didn't like those. I can't pinpoint what. The smell? The atmosphere?
I visited another one. The board said Resting corner. Not the most appealing name. But I was tired a bit and the food cooking smell attracted him a bit. It wasn't very crowded but not much empty either. An equilibrium as I liked.
I entered the building wondering how much would cost here. The outside and inside both were well maintained. The ground floor was entirely used for a lounge area and a counter. There was a stair leading to upper floors probably the rooms for staying.
“Welcome to our inn.” The owner welcomed. Another old guy in his 50s or something? Is this story only filled with old people?
“I wanted a room to stay overnight.”
“I see, How many people?” The old guy asked with a smile.
“Just one.”
Ok that would be 10 silver and 5 copper.”
“Can you do it for 9? You see, I'm a bit broke.”
“Hmm, well how about 19 silver for a two night stay?”
I pondered for a while.
“Ok. I'm fine with that.”
“It's a deal then.”
“Oh yeah, do you get food along with it?”
“A small extra amount. How about 21, food items along with lodging?”
“19.”
“I ain't lowering my price. It's already quite cheap as compared to other inns, especially considering our services.”
“20.”
The innkeeper paused for a moment. “Fine.” The innkeeper took out a book. “So what's your name?”
“Subaru Natsuki.”
“Ok well, here is the room key. It's on the 2nd floor, Room no. 21.”
“I'd like to pay half the amount now. Can I?”
“Sure, I don't mind.”
I kept the 10 silver I'd just got, on the table.
Our maid Lily will guide you to the room.
Just as the guy called the name, the girl appeared after a moment.
A girl with cat-like ears came in a maid dress. An old style one, maybe the anime’s maids had progressed more in japan. She had a tail. And had white shiny hair. A cat girl. Roughly a head smaller than me.
“Please follow me.” The girl said with a smile.
I followed along. The girl took me to the second floor and to the room.
“The room is quite bigger than I expected.” i muttered.
“If you need anything. Don't mind calling me.” The girl bowed and went away.
Well I actually thought she would say nya in the end. Fantasy disappointment. Subaru sighed.
After she leaved. I laid down on the bed.
“Not the most comfortable but not bad either.” I muttered as he felt the mattress.
Doesn't seem like this world has a demon king to defeat and considering my powers here which haven't changed a bit. I should just live a simple life for now. The only thing left is to get a job and know more about this world.
After lying for a while. I got up again and looked outside the window. It was getting dark. The shops nearby have started to close and the only light being the outside shops and restaurants which were open.
“I wonder what's for dinner?” I muttered while looking outside. While I still have the food I brought from my world. I really didn't want to eat them yet. Perhaps due to wanting to taste the food of this place or just a preservation habit?
“I wasted too much time today.” I muttered. I opened the coin pouch and began to count. 40 silver and 10 coppers huh? Maybe he was carrying for the whole group? I can live for around a week with this freely.
I wonder what job I should do. Should I resume my spy work? I can just live peacefully if I work in this inn. Or maybe somewhere near. Should I work as a chef? Or in a bakery? Maybe i can join in some weapon store? Anything is fine.
I feel lost yet I'm not sad. Wow what a feeling.
*Knock knock*
“Natsuki-san , dinner is ready. You can eat it at any time. Would you like to take it above or will you come at the lobby?”
“Yeah, I'd come at the lobby in a while.”
Let's go I guess to fill some stomach. As I proceeded down the stairs, the waft of food entered my nose. Sitting down on one of the empty tables. I waited. After some moments, one of the waiters appeared with the food.
“Sir, here's your food. Enjoy your food.”
“Ah thanks.”
Bread, and some soup huh? I wonder if they have rice here. Well better something than nothing I guess. I tasted the soup. It was better than expected. The bread was better than most breads you get at the convenience stores. Bakery perhaps?
After finishing my
dinner, i begin to go back to my room.
“Mr Natsuki, did you like the food?” The old man at the counter asked.
“Yeah, it was good. Thanks.”
“I'm glad about that. I hope you have a good night. “
I nodded. “Thanks you too.”
After that small talk I went to my room. After closing the door, I let myself fall on the bed. Within some moments after shutting my eyes. Sleep embraced me.