Chapter 217: Chapter 218: Molumolu Land (4)

Elizabeth yearned to become Naru’s closest friend.She dedicated herself to practicing Molumolu battles, hoping to bond with Naru.

“Once Naru is reborn, I’ll become her perfect Molumolu battle partner!”

Though overshadowed by Tywin, Elizabeth was a natural prodigy who excelled academically at Graham Academy.Her relentless dedication to Molumolu battles eventually earned her the title of strongest among the Four Heavenly Kings.

“I am Elizabeth, mightiest of the Four Heavenly Kings! Tywin, I understand you better than you know yourself! Every weakness, every habit… I know them all! You can’t defeat me! Go forth, Naruru!”

━Naruru-.

Elizabeth’s Molumolu had jet black fur.It was average in size.While it appeared ordinary at first glance, Tywin remained cautious.After all, she’d heard that every Molumolu belonging to the 「Four Heavenly Kings」 was a 「Rare Molumolu」.

There had to be a compelling reason why such an ordinary-looking Molumolu held the position of strongest among the Four Heavenly Kings.As Tywin carefully studied Elizabeth’s Naruru, Elizabeth clicked her tongue in disapproval.

“Tywin, you’re deep in thought, aren’t you? Your eyebrows are twitching in that peculiar way! Others might miss it, but I who despise you can tell!”“……”“Now Naruru! Use Endless Slaughter!”

━Naruru…!

Naruru’s black fur bristled like needles.The attack transformed into a terrifying force that could devastate the world as it rushed toward Ingingi. If it connected, Ingingi’s HP could take devastating damage.

Tywin called out.

“Ingingi, evade!”

Drawing on countless battles from throughout the day, Ingingi leaped skyward.Pop—As if anticipating this exact moment, Elizabeth shouted.

“Tywin, your strategy of letting opponents strike first and analyzing their moves won’t work here! Naruru, Shadow Step!”

━Naruru…!

Pop—Elizabeth’s Molumolu pressed down on Ingingi’s shadow with precision.Suddenly, Ingingi, who had been floating gracefully, crashed helplessly to the ground.It was as if a vital point had been struck perfectly.

‘…What kind of technique could this be?’

While Tywin processed this development, Elizabeth read her thoughts like an open book.As the person who most desperately wanted to defeat Tywin, Elizabeth had studied everything about her opponent.

“You’re wondering about this technique, aren’t you! It’s a Naru attribute move! My Molumolu Naruru is the world’s only Naru attribute Molumolu!”

A Naru attribute Molumolu─.Tywin struggled to comprehend this revelation.Yet she knew Molumolu was the deity of innocence, born from children’s dreams and hopes.

Tywin understood this better than anyone.After all, she had completed the Molumolu experiment by placing her precious first ‘doll’ into the Molumolu tank during its final phase.Tywin was a genuine Molumolu expert.But even with all her expertise, she found herself trapped in this predicament.

“Tywin, victory is mine! I’m truly Naru’s best friend!”

Elizabeth proclaimed her triumph with absolute certainty.Just as Naruru prepared to pounce on Ingingi─.

Swoosh—Tywin retrieved something from her pocket.It was a strawberry.The 「Dream Strawberry」 she had picked from this dreamland, saving it in case she needed it for Naru.

“Since you’re Naru attribute, you must share her love of strawberries, right? Though Naru can’t taste them anymore, you should still be able to enjoy them.”

━Meow.

Instead of attacking Ingingi, Naruru approached Tywin curiously.It delicately ate the strawberry from her hand.All fighting spirit instantly vanished.Elizabeth could hardly believe her eyes.

“How did you know Naruru loves strawberries?!”“It seems I’ve won this battle. Now that I’ve defeated the Four Heavenly Kings, show me to the ★Molumolu Master★. I can feel this dream approaching its end.”

Children could only remain in Molumolu Land for a limited time.Only while sleeping.Tywin sensed morning drawing near.Her princess-like internal clock would surely wake her at 7 AM sharp.If she woke empty-handed, her adoptive parents would surely worry.

‘I didn’t come here just to play. I have a duty to check on Naru and the children’s wellbeing and report back to their parents.’

Tywin was quite the conscientious girl.She refused to disappoint those waiting for her in the waking world.Perhaps sensing her unwavering resolve?

“Go!”

Elizabeth cleared the path.Soon the 「Dream Castle」 doors opened with a groan.The castle where three sisters were said to dwell.As Tywin boarded the elevator heading upward, Clank— Clank— sounds of winding metal accompanied her rising view.

Finally, Tywin reached the castle’s summit, soaring as high as the clouds themselves.The castle’s peak featured a garden filled with beautiful flower beds, centered around an enchanting mansion.That mansion bore an uncanny resemblance to Tywin’s own cluttered home.

“Ah-.”

Just then, someone sketching in the garden noticed Tywin. She had pink hair and appeared to be around Tywin’s age.

“Tywin!”

Hina greeted her joyfully.She rushed over and embraced Tywin warmly.Nearby, Cecily, who had been crafting a crown from woven flowers, looked up at Tywin.

“Tywin, what brings you here?”“……”

Instead of answering, Tywin carefully studied Hina and Cecily’s appearances. They looked exactly as she remembered them.Though she had half-expected to find them as one-year-old babies, that wasn’t the case.Perhaps because Molumolu Land existed as a soul realm in another dimension, it didn’t need to reflect reality.

Tywin asked.

“Where’s Naru? I came to meet the ★Molumolu Master★.”

She had battled countless challengers, collected badges, and finally triumphed over the Four Heavenly Kings to reach this lofty tower.Only the ★Molumolu Master★ remained.

Hina and Cecily glanced toward a particular spot in the garden.Following their gaze, Tywin spotted a girl standing proudly atop a rock, a tablecloth billowing behind her like a cape.It was Naru, the black-haired girl.

“Naru!”“Wow, holy shh…! Tywin!”

Relief flooded through Tywin at seeing Naru in good health.Though she couldn’t help feeling a touch of anger.

“Naru! Everyone’s worried because you weren’t born on your birthday! Your father is especially concerned! Don’t you miss your parents?”“Mwehehe…, if you want to talk to this Naru, you’ll have to win a Molumolu battle first! Right now, I’m here as the ★Molumolu Master★!”

Pop—Naru’s Molumolu bounded onto the flower-covered field.

━Meow.

Naru’s Molumolu appeared utterly ordinary.It was simply named ‘Molumolu’.Yet this Molumolu was extraordinary.The origin point of all Molumolu.Both the goal and ideal that all Molumolu aspired to reach.The Molumolu known by the title 「The One」.This was Naru’s Molumolu.

“Go! Molumolu!”@@novelbin@@

━Growl!“I suppose there’s no choice… Go, Ingingi!”

━Ingyaing!

The two special Molumolu sized each other up.Their fur began to bristle.As if neither could accept the other’s presence.As if determined to prove which was truly the greatest Molumolu.

Pop—

Finally, the two Molumolu lunged at each other.Just when everyone expected an intense battle─.

━Meow.━Ingingyaing.

The two Molumolu shared warmth while nuzzling each other. This greeting showed the deep friendship between Molumolu.Rather than fight, they chose to embrace.

“Wow, holy shh…! Tywin’s Molumolu must be deeply connected to Naru’s Molumolu! They chose to hug instead of fight! They’re family Molumolu!”

Indeed.Tywin’s Molumolu shared an identical nature with Naru’s Molumolu 「The One」. This stemmed from Tywin’s wishes being deeply involved in Molumolu’s creation.

“So what about the match…?”

Hina wondered.Cecily provided the answer.

“It’s a draw.”

And so the battle to determine the Molumolu Master ended in a stalemate.Tywin felt slightly lost.She had hoped winning would let her question Naru properly.

That’s when Naru rushed toward Tywin.Mimicking their Molumolu, she wrapped Tywin in a tight embrace.

“Tywin! Nice to see you! I’ve missed you!”“Naru, everyone’s worried since you didn’t arrive on your birthday. Don’t you miss your parents?”“Of course I do! But Naru needs to stay somewhere safer for now! And about my parents… I miss them but… it’s okay! Because Tywin is here! Tywin is our sister!”

Squeeze—Naru hugged Tywin even tighter.Then she called out.

“Tywin, please watch over Mom and Dad! Since you’re our family, protect everyone until we can be born together. And someday, we’ll definitely determine the true Molumolu Master!”

Woong—Tywin’s body began to glow.She could feel herself awakening from the dream.

# # #

When Tywin opened her eyes, morning sunlight streamed warmly through her window.It was a peaceful morning.Tywin felt unusually refreshed.

“Ty, did you sleep well?”

As she slipped on her shoes and entered the hallway, Brigitte asked.That’s when Tywin realized she had forgotten something crucial.

“Um… about Naru and the children…”

What dream did I have─.Try as she might, Tywin couldn’t recall anything about last night’s dream. She only remembered it being chaotic yet fluffy, warm and gentle.This left Tywin in an awkward position.

“…I’m sorry. I was supposed to check how Naru and the children were doing…”

Tywin felt deeply conscious of her failure.Brigitte recognized this as typical hesitation from an adopted child.

‘We usually get along so well. But Tywin has such depth and never wants to disappoint adults.’

Swoosh—Brigitte pulled Tywin into a hug.

“Don’t worry about it. I’m just glad you slept well! Save your apologies for when you’ve truly done something wrong. But what’s this? Black fur? Molumolu fur?”

Brigitte noticed something on Tywin’s shoulder.It was black and long, like fur.Though similar to Molumolu fur, it was longer and somehow nostalgic.

Swoosh—Brigitte gently caressed her belly. Then she spoke to Tywin.

“Your siblings might be quite the handful sometimes. Tywin, I hope you’ll guide them well as their big sister. Okay?”

NodTywin nodded with determination.

‘When the children arrive, I’ll be the best big sister possible.’

And on September 1st.Tywin finally became a real big sister.Three children entered the world simultaneously.As if they had planned to arrive together all along!