Girl Hero: Revenge on Goblins!
Chapter 184: D67. Weather Forecast

Chapter 184: D67. Weather Forecast

"What should we do now..."

Faced with the Hero’s request for help, the Cruising Bishop pondered slightly.

For a moment, all sorts of ideas spun through his mind.

As an outstanding bishop who achieved Third Ascension at a young age and was informed of the Saintess’s Divine Prophecy, he naturally had many strategies to counteract the prophecy issue and was actually involved in the countermeasures.

But if we’re talking about the most convenient and quick method right now—

"As long as you change your appearance, change the color of your hair, you won’t have to worry about it for the time being, right?"

The Cruising Bishop spoke out with an extremely simple suggestion.

[Hero’s Acceptance (30+Acceptance, 30-70 RGB, 70+ Anchor)]

D100=d100(84)=84

’Hair dye?’

Hearing the Cruising Bishop’s proposal, the Hero couldn’t help but blink.

The Cruising Bishop nodded.

"Of course, this is just a temporary measure after all, as the other side won’t easily give up.

"Unless you can defeat the Nightmare Sage, or Miss Hero masters the ability to shield from prophecies, being completely locked by repeated prophecies is just a matter of time."

If placed entirely under the Church’s protection, perhaps disturbances could also be avoided, but the Cruising Bishop didn’t voice this thought.

Even if it wasn’t her right now, any hero wouldn’t accept such a protection proposal.

"But after all, this is our human domain, as long as we buy enough time, whether it’s leaving the border or mastering the relevant ability to shield prophecies, there are many methods available.

"In the end, the unreachable Nightmare Sage will also have to give up, since its existence has been exposed, we will naturally not allow it to act recklessly.

"Of course, while you’re staying in the border, we will also continuously counter the other party’s prediction magic until your safety is ensured."

The Cruising Bishop smiled slightly.

"Please rest assured, Miss Hero, whether it’s our Church or the Kingdom, neither will stand by idly in the face of the evil demons outside the domain, protecting the people is our duty after all.

"This doesn’t change because you’re a hero, in fact, since you’re an immature hero, there’s even more reason to lend a helping hand.

"—What the gods will not do, we shall do.

"This saying of substitution is also a quite popular concept within the Church."

The Cruising Bishop’s cheerful expression contained a peculiar vigor.

Persuaded by this vigor, the Hero nodded, accepting the Cruising Bishop’s proposal, and then wrote down a new question.

’I understand, thank you, Bishop.’

’So, what color do you think I should dye my hair?’

Then, the previously solemn expression instantly dissipated, and the Cruising Bishop’s eyes lit up.

—To be able to decide the Saintess’s hair color, what a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that must be considered carefully!

Somehow, the bishop who had been serious just before suddenly became strange again, making the Hero a bit uneasy, twisting slightly and revealing a wary expression.

"Ahem, I lost my composure, so—"

Taking a deep breath slowly, the Cruising Bishop, nervous yet expectant, gave his suggestion.

"How about this color?"

[Anchor Result: Hair color that changes with the sky.]

[Border alchemy and enchantment technology gives 84+10=94]

[Kingdom hair dye technology (Anchor+30)]

D94+30=d94(90)+30=120

[ Determined success, the Hero gained a Magic Potion: Weather Forecast Dye Rank 5]

→☆→☆→☆→✧←★←★←★←

"Please be sure to try this—"

What the Cruising Bishop took out like a treasured item was a box of exquisite hair dye.

[Weather Forecast Dye Rank 5 Treasure]

The latest product developed at the border, that even the Kingdom’s nobles haven’t tried.

Combining enchantment technology and magic potion crafting, it’s the culmination of the kingdom’s hair dye technology breakthrough.

This hair dye can attract the natural dissipating magic power of the body and resonate with the atmospheric magic element, allowing the hair color to change with the weather.

The color change will automatically select the closest to nature hues, presenting the most suitable appearance, even during prolonged rainy weather, it can display a color akin to landscape ink paintings.

It’s hard to imagine who would come up with making such a thing, and even succeeded.

[Effect: During hair dye time, gives the user +10 Charm]

Highly eager to reveal the researcher’s name: "The setting sun over a long river, the splendid stars! The majestic and colorful weather changes are now all within my beautiful long hair! Oh ho ho, oh ho ho ho ho!"

[Dye time: (Days, critical success for semi-permanent, effect can be turned off at will)]

D100+60=d100(51)+60=111

→☆→☆→☆→✧←★←★←★←

In this magic-element-permeated world, pure and clear colors often denote noble existence.

The nature of magic elements is mixed, ever-changing, though humans cannot absorb and utilize it as magic creatures do, they are still constantly influenced by their surroundings during their growth.

And the most easily influenced part is undoubtedly the non-flesh hair, and the world-reflecting pupils.

Ordinary civilians’ hair and pupils are usually dark and tinged with different colors, while ancient noble lineages often possess pure hair and eye colors.

Though whether the color is pure does not affect individual strength, as times have changed, the method of judging high and low based on color is no longer accepted, and several emerging noble factions may not all have pure colors.

But long-held beliefs are not so easily overturned.

Like the Count and the little girl with their perfectly unblemished black hair, even if no one knows their identity, they can receive honorable treatment in most situations.

Although eye color isn’t easily changed, it’s not the case for hair color.

As a side of this culture, the Kingdom’s hair dye industry arose accordingly.

Many emerging nobles opt to dye their hair more purely before attending banquets, and it’s also popular among commoners.

Thus, nearly every barbershop in the kingdom offers dyeing services, with some shops solely offering them.

Although initially it was about making hair color more pure, it was, to speak bluntly, a form of vanity.

But no matter the trade, once on track, it will naturally begin to exceed its original definition.

Pursuing brighter, more complex, more challenging, ever-changing colors—

And the ultimate result is the enchanting potion that resembled icy mist in a bottle before the Hero—the Weather Forecast Dye.

In a sense, allowing everyone to change their hair color at will, rather than it being an innate class indicator, is also a sign of progress for the kingdom.

’It seems expensive, how much does it cost?’

However, the bottle that was clearly no ordinary item, exuding a magical aura, made the Hero slightly hesitant.

She had never dyed her hair, but knew this probably wouldn’t be cheap.

"Free!"

The Cruising Bishop said firmly.

"Miss Hero, no, Lord Hero, I’ll honestly confess my desire—I want to use this potion on someone worthy of it at any cost.

"Just like a precious sword to a hero, a fine bird to a good saddle, this is not only to help you but also a personal longing of mine: I wish to dye your beautiful hair with the changing weather through my own hands—please satisfy this desire of mine!"

Without reservation, bold and righteous, the Cruising Bishop’s words momentarily paused the Hero’s pen in the air.

The Gleaming Scale Serpent raised its head, its slit snake eyes cast a cold gaze towards the Cruising Bishop, fangs barely visible in its flickering tongue.

1. Bishop, you need to take better care of yourself (preaching begins)♛

2. I understand, if that will make you happy (quietly notes)

D2=d2(1)=1

Seeing the bishop’s humble words, a sense of responsibility inexplicably rose in the Hero’s heart.

She never considered accepting others’ help as a given, even when she received the Count Black Card, she cared more about why the other party would give her such things than the joy of receiving them for free.

And this bishop before her, though at times his words and deeds might be questionable, his efforts were undoubtedly genuine.

Yet despite this, his attitude was something the Hero found hard to accept.

After some thought, she began writing in her notebook.

’Bishop.’

"I’m here, Lord Hero."

Without needing the Hero to turn the notebook over, the Cruising Bishop immediately responded.

’I cannot accept your request.’

Like a bolt from the blue, the Cruising Bishop’s eyes widened, but before he could speak, the Hero’s pen descended again, writing the next sentence.

’But I hope you can help me. I wish to defer the cost of this potion temporarily and ask you to enchant me now.’

She actively reversed their roles—rather, put them back on track, the Hero sighed gently.

Though with the Black Card, let alone one bottle of dye, a hundred bottles would be no problem at all, but this wasn’t an issue of money.

’Bishop, though I don’t know what you’ve been through, I hope you stop asking so lowly for others to accept your help.’

The bishop’s expression froze.

The Hero continued writing.

’Help is not a condescending charity, but it shouldn’t be done in such a manner either.’

’If you do not cherish yourself, others won’t regard you seriously, and it’s not good for either you or those you wish to help.’

’Ever since we met in the town, you’ve been caring towards me, which I haven’t forgotten.’

’But bishop, you truly need to value yourself more...’

The Hero’s fluid script paused slightly.

[Hero’s Detection (80+Detect Saintess’s Prophecy, no bonus)]

D100=d100(72)=72

As it is said, actions must have causes; though selfless kindness exists, someone as dedicated as the Cruising Bishop was unheard of to the Hero.

If it were due to romantic feelings, though the Hero didn’t approve of such actions, she could at least understand.

Yet, though the Hero hadn’t experienced such a thing, the bishop didn’t seem like he wanted to pursue her.

So could the bishop’s careful attention be due to something special about her?

But looking at the bishop’s expression of seeming enlightenment, the Hero decided not to delve further.

She did not wish to prematurely deduce the intentions behind others’ goodwill.

If she had thought her closest friend had other motives for approaching her when she had nothing, or if the little girl had thought the Hero helped her because of her family background...

Then the Hero would surely still be alone at present.

’Bishop, though you might have reasons I’m unaware of, you’re already my friend.’

The Hero smiled slightly.

Though their time together hadn’t been long, in this world where fleeting encounters might mean never meeting again, every friendship was precious.

’So I will accept your help, but I dislike and absolutely refuse one-sided taking.

’If you ever need me in the future, please do not hide it from me.’

Because the return of sentiment can only be enjoyed by the living.

The Hero wrote seriously, stroke by stroke.

’I also hope that you can go forth with more steadfastness, holding your chest high to practice your beliefs.’

"Ah... I shall take it to heart."

The Cruising Bishop’s gray-blue eyes showed a hint of shimmer as he bowed slightly to the Hero.

"—My friend, my Lady Saintess."

[The Cruising Bishop acquired a Special Item: The Saintess’s Declaration of Love]

You should be kind, but not humble.

[Relationship with the Cruising Bishop (Relationship value fixed at 100, this determines the help the bishop can provide in upcoming events)]

D100+99=d100(45)+99=144

[Relationship value with the Cruising Bishop exceeded the limit, he became a steadfast supporter of the next Saintess]