Danmachi: Gacha Draw

As the days passed after Link and the others moved into their new homes and received falna for Revis, the Divine Moon Festival was held as scheduled.

On this day, Artemis also prepared a rare holiday for the girls in her family.

"Since today is a special festival, everyone can use their time freely and relax, but don't get too carried away. After nightfall, you must return to your family members on time."

Artemis looked at the little eyes of the girls in her family, which were shining with expectation, and spoke to them with a helpless smile.

After hearing her words, all the girls immediately began chatting and playing.

Even Rhetusa, the leader of the group who usually behaved more maturely, was no exception, her face adorned with a smile.

Moreover, seeing how excited the children were, Artemis didn't want to dampen their enthusiasm, and her words seemed to carry a hint of encouragement.

"Oh oh oh oh!!!"

"Long live Lady Artemis!"

"I will always adore Lady Artemis!"

The girls cheered one after another.

Ever since the incident with Antares concluded, the once cold goddess, who was as strong as a heroine and often wore a sullen expression, has completely changed.

Although it is still difficult for her to get close to outsiders, in front of those who are dear to her...

She is more like a virtuous wife.

...

The time is afternoon. 

The Divine Moon Festival is different from other traditional festivals in the lower world.

The busiest time of the Divine Moon Festival is when night falls. 

The brightly lit shopping street is decorated with colorful lights and decorations everywhere, and there are mobile stalls set up on the spot, with aunts and mothers-in-law selling handmade souvenirs. 

Surrounding a small town square, the orange lights from magical stone lamps illuminate the scene, mingling with the aroma of food wafting through the air, as young male and female couples mill about. 

Link came here to wait in anticipation but was caught off guard and served a large mouthful of dog food. 

"What a miscalculation. If I had known this, I might as well have left later." 

Tonight is his date with Artemis, so Link arrived early at the reserved waiting spot. Now it seems that Artemis hasn't arrived yet. 

Link looked at the clear moon hanging high in the sky to divert his attention. 

Even before the evening began, he was already looking forward to that night. 

Because this is the Divine Moon Festival. 

Evenings filled with parties designed to pray to the moon. 

The combination of many factors makes it an excellent opportunity for confession, possessing an indescribable appeal to young men and women. 

About ten minutes passed, Artemis arrived at the plaza, and her graceful figure captured Link's attention. 

At first glance, he was stunned. 

Artemis did not braid her hair tonight.

Her soft, aqua-blue hair fell to her waist like a waterfall. Her bangs were swept to one side and held in place with a silver hairpin.

The fine strands swayed slightly as she walked, looking quite cute. 

She wore a long white velvet dress with ruffle trim, which beautifully framed her jade-like neck.

Upon getting closer, Link could vaguely see her delicate, white collarbone. 

The visual senses flickered between the visible and the invisible, making her very eye-catching. 

The hem of the skirt fell just below her knees and was adorned with ruffles at the bottom.

Her slender, jade-like calves were wrapped in white stockings, outlining perfect lines that were alluring. 

"Come to your senses~ Where are you looking?" 

Approaching Link, Artemis noticed he was still staring at her legs, so she couldn't help but reach out her finger and poke him, feeling shy but also a little satisfied and happy. 

As expected, she had dressed carefully.

She had been so entangled in selecting clothes in her room that she had almost wanted LaRhetusa to come in and ask for her opinion. 

Of course, she eventually restrained herself and chose the outfit she was most satisfied with, all on her own. 

"Look at the person I love." 

Link said sincerely, his tone extremely serious. 

Suddenly, a blush crept onto Artemis's cheeks, and her ears felt a bit hot, but she quickly reacted and looked at him shyly: "That's not what I asked! You're trying to divert my attention!"

"Ah... where did I put it? My beautiful goddess Artemis looks truly stunning tonight." 

"Eh, even if you praise me, you can't hide the fact that you've been staring at my legs." 

"This..." 

Actually, you can't blame him for this. 

Link was on the verge of tears, but he had no tears left. 

At that moment, his legs were full of thoughts, and his eyes suddenly had a mind of their own.

Facing the only slender calves of his body that were exposed by the skirt, adorned with white stockings, he truly couldn't control himself! 

Perhaps it should be said that Artemis is simply too attractive.

The goddess is worthy of her title.

Just looking at her invokes a desire to embrace her. 

It's clear that the development is balanced and lacks any standout features, yet still have those kinds of thoughts. 

Maybe that's the allure. 

After the meeting ended, the two of them entered the shopping street, each filled with joy in their hearts, and became a couple amidst the crowd. 

"Artemis, do you want to try releasing the lanterns?" 

After purchasing some familiar, nameless snacks, Link took Artemis's hand and halted in front of a shop. 

The shop is run by an elderly woman and a girl, likely a grandmother and granddaughter.

The old woman and the girl remain in the store, weaving exquisite lanterns using familiar techniques. 

Each time a customer arrives, the girl steps out of the shop, chats with a smile, and hands out delicate lanterns one after another. 

By the canal beside the street, many people crouched down and lit lanterns, sending bright lights spreading across the city. 

Artemis curiously glanced over and noticed that Link seemed eager to try it out. 

So, she wanted to know the reason. 

Upon looking, the first thing the goddess noticed was not the exquisite lanterns, but the sign in front of the shop boasting the slogan

"Lovers buy one, get one free." 

'Huh? Link, what are you planning to do? Isn't it just a small profit? '

Artemis slightly parted her cherry-colored lips and looked at Link with a bemused expression. 

From those eyes, Artemis perceived his thoughts. 

Perhaps he genuinely wants to take advantage of that small benefit… 

Exiting the shop filled with lanterns, Artemis's rosy cheeks glowed enchantingly under the surrounding magical stone lamps and the bright moonlight. 

The hand that Link held couldn't help but tighten its grip, as if scolding him for what he had just done. 

'He even directly told others that they were lovers... '

'Does this guy speak too plainly? '

'What about his sense of embarrassment? '

'Isn't he bashful about saying such things in public? '