Konjiki no Moji Tsukai

Translated by Yoraikun

Konjiki no Wordmaster Chapter 48: His Sister, the Maid

I didnt plan to do it for this series, but perhaps I should once again take up character dialogue annotations due to majority vote.

Konjiki no Wordmaster Chapter 48: His Sister, the Maid.

Let me introduce you. This is my older sister. (Arnold)

Rubbing his right cheek after getting hit, Arnold introduces the girl.

Like Id be satisfied with such an apathetic introduction! (Sistah)

With a whack on the head, the girl made some distance between her and Arnold.

T-that hurt! (Arnold)

Youre supposed to be an adventurer, arent you!? Do you want to get whacked? (Sister)

Arnold wanted to retort that he had already been whacked, but saying as such would merely make her do it again, so he held back his words.

U-um (Soldier)

The soldier tries to butt in with apologetic expressions. Arnolds sister raises her hand, and answers them.

Ah, these kids are fine. This one is my fool of a brother, and the other two seem to be with him. Please let them through. (Sister)

Is that true!? If thats the case, then we cant complain. Go ahead. (Soldier)

With a smile, the soldier ushered the group inside.

(The Old Mans sister She seems to have quite a bit of trust here.)

Otherwise, her words would never have let others enter the dwellings of royalty during times of war. No, even if the country were not at war, getting in shouldnt have been this easy. Even so, by her order, the group easily entered. The trust placed in her must have been considerable.

What they entered was a space like a small dining hall. There were three wooden tables, and a counter with a kitchen area behind it. Hiiros group took their seats at the various chairs enclosing the tables.

Ill get you something cold. Stay put for a second. (Sister)

She gave a bright smile, and walked towards the kitchen. Hiiro continued observing her.

She had the same blue hair as Arnold, but unlike his short-cut hair, hers was long and neat. Her facial features werent bad, and her height was on the higher end. She had a thin and soft-looking tail swinging back and forth behind her.

She was worthy of being called a beauty. But a maid that smokes tobacco as she works is a little bit off.

But one thing that did catch Hiiros interest was the top of her head.

( Theres nothing there.)

Just like Arnold, she had no ears. Noticing where Hiiros attention was directed, Arnold gave a bitter smile.

So you noticed? (Arnold)

Noticed what? (Hiiro)

He had no intention of prying into it, so he played dumb. However contrary to Hiiros expectations, Arnold continued.

Dont misunderstand. Sister isnt a former slave or anything. (Arnold)

Hiiros eyebrows twitched. He was sure that Arnold lost his ears upon becoming a slave to the human race. He though that she had lost her ears under similar circumstance.

But his thoughts were immediately refuted. This made Hiiro mildly curious, but he didnt speak up.

Hey, thanks for waiting. (Sister)

Arnolds sister came carrying a tray of glasses, the number of which was that of the number of people present.

Its Pashion specialty Schwartz. (Sister)

(TL: Its written as specialty, pronounced phonetically as Schwartz)

It was a clear, sky-blue drink. Looking closely, many bubbles rose and formed within the liquid. Could this possibly be

( Its cider.)

It truly was. A so-called carbonated drink. Hiiro never thought he would be able to put such a thing into his mouth after being transported to this world, so he was delightfully shocked.

Making a pleasant gulping sound, he downed the glass in one swig. It was perfectly carbonated, and the feeling of it going down his throat was quite pleasant.

Oh, you drink well! I have more, so drink all you want. (Sister)

She showed her teeth as she laughed happily.

Hit me. (Hiiro)

Saying that, Hiiro held out his glass. Muir also seemed to be enjoying it as she drained her cup.

After bringing a refill for Hiiro, Arnolds sister lowered herself into a chair. She took the cigarette out, and held it in her hand as she blew out a stream of smoke.

First is that I guess. Could you tell me about those kids, Arnold? (Sister)

Yeah, this ridiculously cute apple of my eye, that pulls at the strings of all of our hearts is the lovely Muir Castrea. (Arnold)

Arnolds eyes sparkles as he points at Muir.

M-my name is Muir! Its a pleasure working with you, Uncles sister! (Muir)

Haha, you can call me Raive, Muir. Nice meeting you. (Raive)

Ah, yes Raive-san. (Muir)

She embarrassingly fidgets as she stares at the woman in front of her. Live lets out a laugh

Ahaha, whats this? This childs really cute, isnt she!? Where didja pick her up, Arnold? (Raive)

She speaks as she heartily pats Muirs head. Following the motion of her hand, Muirs head shook from side to side. However, Raive didnt seem to notice it at all.

By the way, Arnold, what was with that introduction? When did you become a Lolicon? (Raive)

Youre wrong! Muir is my daughter! Though our blood isnt connected, were father and child! (Arnold)

Even Arnolds sister conferred with Hiiro. This was enough to depress Arnold considerably, so he began speaking rapidly.

Ah, so thats it? I thought that, due to your lack of popularity, you kidnapped someones cute daughter, toreap your crop after raising her exactly to your preferences. (Raive)

Who the hell do you think I am!? Theres no way I would do that! Do you really think of your cute younger brother as such a person!? (Arnold)

Arnold took severe mental damage from his sisters words. Seeing Arnold hang his shoulders, Raive let out another spout of smoke, and hit him on the back.

Geho! Geho! What are you doing!? (Arnold) (TL: Sound of coughing)

Go on. Whos the other one? (Raive)

Hmm? Ah, that guy. Hes Hiiro Okamura. (Arnold)

T-that was quite a simple introduction. (Raive)

Raives smile cramps for a moment. She considered whether the two were on bad terms, but deduced that they were not.

But he sure is quiet. He hasnt been saying anything for a while, but is he alright? (Raive)

Hiiro was wholeheartedly drinking his cider. His expression didnt really show it, but he truly was in heaven. He was celebrating his fated reunion with soda.

(Fumu, if they mixed fruits or berries into it)

As his head filled with thoughts of soda applications, he unintentionally let out smile. Seeing this, Raive asks Arnold once more.

Is that child alright? Hes started smiling for some reason. (Raive)

Y-yeah, he sometimes does that. Just leave him be. (Arnold)

I-is that so? By the way, you suddenly left, and came back just as abruptly. And with companions at that. You better not be planning to go to war, right? (Raive)

Her gentle eyes suddenly became sharp.

N-no, youre wrong. Its true that I was curious about the war, but I didnt come back to join it. I came here to get master to train someone. (Arnold)

Hmmm, so did you get permission? (Raive)

Yeah, Ill be under her care along with Muir. (Arnold)

Hm? What about that Hiiro kid? (Raive)

Ah, that guys going to go on a journey after about a week. (Arnold)

Is that so? (Raive)

Until then, I thought I would show him around the city. Since I was here, I also decided to drop by and see you. (Arnold)

A fist came into contact with Arnolds skull once more.

O-ow! (Arnold)

Quiet down, and endure it! (Raive)

By the way, how are things going on your end? (Arnold)

According to Raive, she had been working here as a maid for a number of years. Contrary to her appearance and personality, she worked diligently and made it up the ranks to Head Maid.

The King was quite fond of the meals she made, and happily ate them. She had heard of the war, but did not participate in it.

Its not that she couldnt fight, but she obstinately stood by her position as not to.

She became a maid because she wished to make people happy. She didnt want to use her powers to harm anyone after all this time.

Thats why she felt great relief upon learning that Arnold did not come to go to war. He wasnt the best brother, but he was still precious family. She didnt want him to be taken away by the war.

Did you know about it, Raive? (Arnold)

About what? (Raive)

The war is over. (Arnold)

The cigarette dropped from her mouth onto the floor. She hastily picks it up, and puts it into an ashtray-like fixture. But her eyes remained open wide.

W-what are you saying? (Raive)

I understand your reaction. But this is information from master. (Arnold)

Is this for real? (Raive)

She was still half in doubt, but Rarashiks information was quite reliable.

Yeah, it seems both sides suffered no casualties. They should be returning soon. (Arnold)

At that time, a large noise sounded out. Everyone turned their attention to its source.

I-is that true?

Standing there was the first princess, who was held from battle. The princess, Kuclear.