Raising My Trash Ability into a Broken SSS+ Rank Skill Chapter 558 The Coffin
Previously on Raising My Trash Ability into a Broken SSS+ Rank Skill...
The group examined the coffin, though they remained uncertain about the specific energy source required to power it.
"Since she is currently out of danger, we can afford to take things a bit more slowly," Vritra remarked quietly, though he still intended to complete all preparations before her awakening.
"Indeed, she will likely emerge in less than a week..." Vanessa added.
After storing the coffin away, the group gathered for a meal, realizing several days had passed since they last ate.
While their current Cultivation levels meant they didn't require sustenance, they still felt a strong craving for a delicious meal.
Diana gave the order for various delicacies to be prepared with the utmost haste.
"Shitless and Onest are arriving at the Yate realm shortly. I’ve summoned them to hand over the two items I retrieved from Divine," Vritra mentioned while taking a walk with his wives.
"Who are those two?" Teresa asked curiously.
"Onest is a thief, and Shitless is... well, he’s a monk," Vritra explained. Now that the pair had nearly finished their assigned tasks, they could begin their true training.
"I see," Teresa murmured, her interest fading as they reached the dining area.
Vritra pulled out a chair for Teresa to assist her in sitting, then performed the same gesture for Fiona.
Before long, a series of steaming, fragrant dishes were served at the table.
They conversed while eating, and Teresa finally had the opportunity to meet Vanessa, Vritra’s mother.
With the exception of Fiona, Teresa quickly grew comfortable with all the wives, forming a particularly close bond with Yasmine and Vanessa.
Once the meal concluded, Vritra made plans to return to the Yate realm for the time being, where he would also persist in his search for the necessary energy source.
Vanessa, Maeve, and Diana chose to remain behind, intending to utilize their various networks to find alternative methods for securing a body for Yennefer.
"Oracle's physical form was destroyed during the conflict, wasn't it? Does he have a host body now?" Vritra suddenly inquired as they headed toward the exit.
"Yes, Master, he currently possesses a body," Maeve confirmed.
"Good..." It appeared he would need to infiltrate the Golden Moon's headquarters sooner than anticipated; perhaps he could find his answer there.
"We should go to their base together," Vanessa suggested, as she also harbored a deep resentment toward that organization.
Vritra gave a nod of agreement, though his immediate destination remained the Yate realm rather than the base.
He had been absent for over ten days, and he was uneasy about what might have transpired during his time away.
He was especially concerned about the factions that had been pressuring or trying to recruit Teresa; he had no intention of letting his family be harassed.
Furthermore, he needed to rendezvous with Shitless and Onest at that location.
As evening had already fallen, he resolved to depart the following morning.
"We’ll go see Oracle tomorrow. I’m curious to see his expression when he lays eyes on me," Vritra said with a smirk. With Yennefer safe, he no longer feared revealing his identity.
Just as before, Fiona, Yasmine, and Teresa took to the skies alongside Vritra.
"Doesn't your kingdom require your presence?" Vritra asked his red-haired wife, noting how she had been away for so long without a hint of concern.
"No, they'll manage," Fiona answered. None would dare step out of line while she was gone.
As they flew back while chatting, Yasmine received an update from the Dragon Kingdom.
"Hubby, I need to head there for a few hours... I can also check if there are any records regarding that energy source," the dragoness proposed.
"Alright," Vritra nodded, watching as Yasmine sped off into the horizon.
He had grown so accustomed to her company that he felt her absence the moment she left.
After watching the sky for a moment, the remaining three continued their flight back.
...
When they arrived outside the Yate realm, a massive crowd was found congregating at the entrance.
These were the various individuals seeking Teresa's craftsmanship or hoping to force her into their service.
Vritra prepared to enter, but his eyes caught two figures at the rear of the mob.
Shitless and Onest had arrived, but they were being blocked from entering like the others.
The pair noticed him a moment later. Shitless began to smile, but before a word could be exchanged, Vritra swept the two men and Bullo into his dimensional book.
The group then passed into the Yate realm and flew toward the palace.
Gunter was pacing anxiously outside the palace gates, his expression filled with stress.
"We've returned," Vritra called out, while Fiona had already activated her concealment.
"Art!! Where on earth have you two been? I was terrified you'd been snatched away! It's been over ten days..." Gunter sighed heavily, rubbing his temples to soothe a growing headache.
The endless stream of assassins and uninvited guests had pushed him to his limit.
"My apologies, we were delayed elsewhere, but we are unharmed," Vritra replied, his mood quite bright.
He would be reunited with Yennefer very soon.
"Go see your mother first. She’s been so worried she’s hardly eaten," Gunter sighed once more.
Vritra nodded and went with Teresa to visit Aya. After reassuring her, they stepped back outside.
"What's the plan for that crowd?" Gunter asked, scratching his head as he thought of the people outside the realm.
"Simply inform them that Tess will not be fulfilling any requests. Tell them all to clear out immediately," Vritra stated.
Such a move would surely create enemies for the Yate family, but Vritra was unconcerned; they lacked the power to do anything about it.
"Understood. Also, the number of intruders sneaking in has spiked, but... we keep finding nothing but their corpses. Do you know why?"
Gunter feared a dangerous killer had breached their walls, even if they were only targeting trespassers.
"Yes, that's someone working under me. Don't let it worry you."
After a bit more conversation, Gunter turned his attention to Teresa.
"You're comfortable here, right? If anything bothers you, just speak to Art or me. Don't stress over anything else and just enjoy your life," Gunter said, wishing he had a daughter of his own.
"Yes, Father," Teresa replied softly.
Gunter finally departed, leaving the three of them alone.
Vritra walked to an open area, cast a protective barrier around them, and finally released the three from his book.
Muoooo!
Bullo was overjoyed to see Vritra again, rushing forward to lean into Vritra’s touch as he patted its head.
"We meet again!" Shitless cried out, though he was puzzled by why his bull was so affectionate toward Vritra.
"Hey Vritra, congratulations on the new marriage," Onest remarked, shaking his head in disbelief.
He scanned the area, noticing Fiona and the heavily veiled Teresa.
"Thanks. Regardless, I have gifts for both of you," Vritra said, producing two items.
He handed the metal bell to Shitless and the map to Onest, explaining the method to bolster their power using these relics.
"This isn't some dangerous or cursed stuff, is it?" Onest asked with a suspicious look, recalling their previous encounters.
"Certainly not. Go test it for yourselves. If you aren't interested in getting stronger, then feel free to ignore it," Vritra said, shrugging.
"W-won't it be painful to hit it?" Shitless asked, despite his desire to improve his physical defense.
"That's for you to decide," Vritra answered.
The two thought it over for a moment, realizing this was for their benefit, and decided to accept the challenge.
"Fine, we'll head out then. I'm starting my practice right away," Shitless declared with newfound resolve, before adding:
"Thank you, Piti— I mean, Sir Vritra."
❖❖❖