The beast tamer exiled from the hero’s party and the cat eared girl from the strongest race meet

Chapter 291: Girl wet in the rain

(TL:By Rafael,valhallatls.blogspot.com)

It was unfortunate weather today.

It wasn't pouring rain, but it has been raining steadily since morning without letting up.

On a day like this, I'd like to relax at home, but unfortunately, that's not possible.

We've run out of seasoning, so I have to go buy some.

"Rain, where are you going?"

"Are you going out? Is it somewhere fun?"

Kanade and Luna, who were lounging on the living room sofa, looked at me.

"I'm going shopping. We ran out of seasoning."

"Then let's also buy ingredients for today's dinner. I prefer fish!"

"I prefer vegetables!"

"Consult with Tina, our chef, about that."

Since Tina is our head chef, I can't decide on the menu. Tina is kind, so as long as it's not too unreasonable, she usually accommodates requests.

"Are you okay going alone? Should I come with you?"

"It's just seasoning, so it's fine to go alone. It's raining, so Kanade and Luna, please relax at home."

"I don't like rain..."

"What, Kanade, are you not good with rain?"

"Cats don't like getting wet."

"But you're okay with baths?"

"I like baths because they're warm and comfortable."

"I don't quite understand..."

Watching their interaction, I feel somewhat heartened.

It feels like peaceful everyday life is returning.

"Okay, I'm off."

"Take care!"

"Be safe on your way."

With their farewells, I left the house.

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Walking through the rainy streets with an umbrella,

Since it's raining, there are few open street stalls.

I had to go to the shops instead, but in return, I was able to get some high-quality seasoning.

"While I'm at it, should I buy some sweets as souvenirs?"

I think about wanting to see everyone's happy faces.

Since I'm not sure if the street stalls are open...

I'll try going to a dessert shop that offers takeout.

Since the dessert shop is on the street lined with shops, I was able to move quickly.

Due to the rain, there were few customers, and my order was quickly taken.

With a buttercream sandwich for each person in hand, I left the shop.

I hope everyone will be pleased.

Since Luna likes sweets, she'll surely eat them with a smile.

Nina also seems happy...

"Hmm?"

While thinking about everyone, I suddenly noticed a figure on a narrow street off the main street.

Despite the rain, they weren't using an umbrella.

Instead, they were completely covered from head to toe in what looked like a robe.

"What's that...?"

It's not a familiar face.

Although they're covered in a robe and hard to identify, they're definitely a stranger.

Yet... for some reason, I'm curious.

I can't take my eyes off that person...

I just can't seem to leave this place.

"...Should I try saying something?"

Perhaps this is some kind of fate.

Thinking so, I approached the person in the robe and gently offered my umbrella.

"If you stand here without using an umbrella, you'll get wet and catch a cold."

"...?"

The robe trembled slightly.

Did they tilt their head?

"What were you doing?"

"...Looking for someone."

They said in a small voice.

It was a very beautiful voice.

A clear voice like a bell...

Listening to it, it might sound exaggerated, but it felt like my heart was being cleansed.

Also, judging from the voice, they're probably a girl.

A bit younger than me... maybe?

It's just a judgment based on their voice, so I can't say for sure, but that's the impression I got.

"If you're looking for someone, it's better to check the adventurer's guild or the inns rather than staying here."

"I got lost."

I see.

So that's why they were lost in confusion here.

"Um..."

I could guide them like this...

But before that, it seems like it would be better to do something about their wet robe.

If they stay like this, they'll catch a cold.

"I'll guide you."

"Really?"

"Yeah, but first, it would be better to do something about your wet robe. How about coming to my place? It's nearby."

...Wait a minute?

Isn't this starting to sound like I'm hitting on them?

If I do something like this, I might make her wary...

"Hm."

The girl in the robe nodded slightly.

It seems like she trusts me.

"Um..."

"What's wrong?"

"Oh, it's nothing. Anyway, shall we go?"

Taking the girl in the robe home.

"I'm back!"

I called out, but there was no particular response.

Kanade and Luna were in the living room before we left, but I couldn't find them either.

Maybe they're taking a nap.

"Come on in."

"Thank you for having me."

The girl in the robe entered the house without hesitation.

What if I were a bad person? What would she do?

She seems defenseless or rather unguarded...

I'm starting to worry about her.

"Achoo!"

The girl in the robe sneezed.

"Are you okay?"

"Yeah, I'm fine. Just a little cold."

"Anyway, you should change. Also, would you like to take a bath?"

"Do you have a bath?"

"It'll take a little while to fill the tub."

"Thank you."

Is it okay for her to take a bath...?

She doesn't talk much, so I'm sometimes unsure how to judge what's appropriate.

"Oh, Rain-sama."

Tina appeared from the back.

"Welcome back. How did it go with the seasoning?"

"Here you go."

I handed the bag of seasoning to Tina.

"Thanks. Hey, what about that girl?"

"She was lost and getting wet in the rain, so I..."

"Don't go picking up people like cats and dogs."

"Sorry."

"Well, it's typical of Rain-sama."

"Can you take care of her change of clothes?"

"Sure thing."

Tina disappeared into the back.

The girl in the robe looked wide-eyed at Tina's departure.

"That... was that a ghost?"

"Yeah. But she's an important companion of mine."

"A ghost... as a companion? Is it possible?"

"Anyway, let's take care of that robe first."

I took the girl to the changing room.

"This is the changing room, and the bath is back there. Just wait a moment."

I moved to the bathroom and started filling the tub with water.

It should be full in about 10 minutes.

"If you wait a little, the tub will be full... huh!?"

When I returned to the changing room from the bathroom...

There was a naked girl.

At her feet was the wet robe.

The naked girl must be the one inside the robe.

"Wait... you're undressing while I'm still here!?"

"Hm, it's okay."

"It's not okay! Seriously..."

Suddenly, my gaze was fixed on her head.

Two small horns were protruding from just above her forehead.

Those were... the mark of the strongest race, the 'Oni Tribe.'

TL Note-  Harem member+1....

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