Hunters Keep Coming To My House - Chapter 131

Chapter 131

Kingkk!

Kwaaaack!

Kwaa.

A yard of just the right size, neither too small nor too big, was filled with cuteness. 

A baby fox was digging its belly and wagging its tail cutely, while a baby griffin proudly flaunted its charm by flapping its wings.

In the center of it all, Arvani waved his front paw with a truly annoyed expression.

But the kids didn’t give up.

Kwaa!!

Kwaaack!

Wasn’t it that they started circling fiercely around Arvani, who was sitting heavily on his bottom? Thanks to that, Arvani had no choice but to grit his teeth, make a fierce expression, and jump up from his seat.

Hoping the kids would get scared and leave him alone.

However, thinking Arvani was finally going to play with them, the kids cheered even more.

The baby fox even started puffing its head on Arvani’s head, while the baby griffin put Arvani’s front paw in its mouth and whimpered.

In response, Arvani eventually expelled a burst of blue mana, pushing the kids away.

Startled by the cold mana, the kids quickly ran to their guardian. They began to tell their guardian about Arvani’s behavior, seeming sorrowful.

…Right beside me.

Kwaa! Kwaaangg…!

“Lulu. It’s not nice to treat a friend you just met like that.”

Kwangg….

“Your friend seems bewildered.”

Kweeeng…

The baby fox named Lulu drooped its ears and tail, sobbing softly. It was a crying sound full of sadness that could be felt by the guardian.

I sighed as I watched Anna and Lulu.

‘…What are the chances? Seriously.’

How can Ellie’s friend be a Tamer?

Is the world trying to help me, or is it a bet on who can surprise me first?

Sighing deeply, I stared at Anna intently.

This situation arose about 10 minutes ago during our conversation.

About 10 minutes ago.

“My child was very curious about you, Ms. Yeon-oh.”

As I looked dumbfounded at Anna, who was saying incomprehensible words, she smiled awkwardly and began to explain in detail.

“Sorry, I jumped to the conclusion without explaining properly. So, the reason my child wanted to see Ms. Yeon-oh… is because I’m a Tamer.”

“…A Tamer?”

“Yes. I only tame C-level monsters and Earth animals, though.”

Ah, I used to be a zookeeper before I awakened.

I could understand the emotion I felt earlier from Anna’s slight smile. It was because I was being pressured by her aura.

‘…She’s the kind of person who can make a beast listen to her.’

That’s why I naturally had to lower my aura.

…Anna, this person is amazing, isn’t she?

As I looked at her with surprise, Anna covered her mouth with her hand. Then something black peeked out from her sleeve.

“This is one of the kids who came with me right now. As soon as he met Yeon-oh, he went crazy saying how much he missed her.”

“…Me, me?”

“Even though my kids are very fond of people, I’ve never seen them react as much as he did.”

“…Ah.”

“Did you gain such a skill? Or is it your natural disposition?”

I almost answered the question asked in a gentle voice without even realizing it. Seeing me hesitating, Anna seemed to realize her mistake and made an embarrassed expression.

“Sorry, I tend to ask a lot of questions to people I’m interested in. Oh, but could you say hi to our kid?”

“Ah… Sure, saying hi shouldn’t be too difficult.”

“Thank you. Our kid will be really happy. His name is Calsedoni, and he’s a Black Mamba.”

“…What?”

What? The Black Mamba I know?

As my surprised eyes widened, Anna took out the child from her sleeve. Then the smooth black scales revealed the attractive Black Mamba.

‘Calsedoni’ showed me innocent eyes. Silently, Calsedoni, who had come right in front of me, climbed onto my arm. Soon, Calsedoni, who touched my arm, wrapped around it with its black tongue sticking out as if claiming it.

Seeing me frozen with the cold touch of the scales, Anna made a very satisfied expression. Leaning her cheek on one hand, she lightly touched the flushed excitement that had risen.

“It suits you so well. Ah, it’s nice.”

“… “

“Calsedoni is quiet, so he won’t speak out of turn. He doesn’t want to get scolded by me. Oh, can I introduce another kid? I’ll show you the one in the yard. He’ll be a very good friend with Yeon-oh’s kids.”

After saying that, Anna headed towards the small bag carefully placed at the entrance. She picked up the bag slowly and then went out to the yard like a housewife.

…Leaving Calsedoni on my arm.

No, should I take this kid with me?

I was about to call Anna, but she was already engrossed in the yard. To be precise, she was talking to Boom-ba and Boom-ba’s child in the yard.

Oh my, there are such cute kids in the world! The day I see a griffin up close in my life……

Anna’s admiration flowed through the living room window, which was not completely closed.

It seemed that Anna was a huge animal lover. Seeing this, I understood why Anna and Ellie became friends.

They both showed enthusiasm for their interests.

Knowing that I couldn’t stop her in that state, I decided to navigate this obstacle on my own. Yes, this Black Mamba Calsedoni that has taken over my arm……

“…Hey, Calsedoni. Can you let go of my arm?”

Hiss, just then.

“…I can’t understand what you’re saying at all…”

Swoosh, just then.

…I’m not even Harry Potter having a conversation with a snake, damn it.

Eventually, I had no choice but to go to Anna with one arm given up. Fortunately, all this time, Calsedoni hadn’t opened its mouth. It just tightened its grip on my hand so much that blood couldn’t flow, immobilizing itself.

I couldn’t understand why it liked me so much, but well, once I got used to the cold touch of its scales, it was okay.

So, when I came out into the yard, the scene from earlier unfolded before me.

And now.

“Lulu really likes Arvani and that kid.”

“That’s right. Arvain seems annoyed, but luckily, he gets along well with Boom-ba’s kid.”

“Yes, really. I’m so glad.”

Anna gazed at Boom-ba and her kid with a blissful expression. With eyes dripping with honey,

Then she turned to me and looked at me with deep, meaningful eyes.

“I envy you so much, Ms. Yeon-oh.”

“…Me?”

“How did you manage to tame such beautiful creatures? I saw your video, Ms. Yeon-oh. When I first watched that video, I thought someone had cut out my heart. The creatures I dreamed of appeared in the video.”

“…Ah.”

“As a Tamer, dragons are beings I want to tame, you know? Of course, my abilities fall far short, but… It’s an unavoidable desire. But Ms. Yeon-oh, you managed not only Arvani but also the griffin. You’re truly amazing.”

As she suddenly began to confide in me, I blinked my eyes in confusion. What should my response be here?

Option 1: ‘Haha, I’m pretty good, aren’t I?’ If I respond like this, it’s as good as picking a fight with the other person.

Option 2: ‘Oh, it’s nothing. I think you, Anna, are more amazing.’ If I reply like this, she’ll deny it and then probably praise me again.

So, what’s the appropriate action for me here?

The answer is…

“…Haha.”

Just laugh it off. Neither denying nor affirming anything. Just no reaction at all. Then she’ll handle it well on her own.

Well, I should worry that the atmosphere might get awkward… But Anna and I only just met today, so there was no awkwardness to speak of.

It means there are no side effects. While internally praising myself for my best reaction, Anna smiled kindly and spoke up.

“I’m sorry. I got ahead of myself. I should’ve said this after we got to know each other a bit more…”

“…Well… Okay.”

“You’re not denying it. You seem like a great person, just as Ellie said. That’s why I feel even more sorry.”

…Why are you so sorry? I envy others and all that too. People grow and evolve while… doing that.

“…Is that so?”

I chuckled and nodded. Then I waved my hand to Lulu on her lap. Lulu perked up its ears and quickly ran over to Boom-ba’s kid.

Unlike its owner, Lulu was shy around strangers. As I had this thought, Anna’s mumbling voice reached me.

“Ms. Yeon-oh is a very nice person.”

“Ahaha, thank you.”

“So, would you mind dozing off for a moment?”

With her words, I felt a tingling sensation in my arm.