Is It Wrong to Try to Pick Up Girls in a Dungeon?, Vol. 6 by Fujino Omori Page A

from the male deities, in response to this. Wineglasses with all sorts of designs carved into their bases are filled and clinked all around me as the party officially gets underway.
    “Goddess…Um, what should we do?”
    Lady Hestia looks at Lord Apollo the moment I ask her my question. “Mm, I want to settle things with Apollo, but it might be a good idea to wait. He looks a little busy right now.”
    Of course we need to clear the air after what happened at the bar, but all of
Apollo Familia
is in motion. The
Familia
members are all dressed in their uniforms and are taking the role of attendants for the other guests. Lord Apollo is surrounded by other deities, greeting and talking as he tries to make his rounds. It would be difficult to even say hello at this rate.
    Just like Lady Hestia said, we should wait for things to settle down a bit.
    “Well, it’s not every day that we get to do something like this, so let’s enjoy the party. Let’s dig into the food, Bell!”
    “Ah, sure.”
    The goddess and I join Lord Miach and the others in their circle next to a table. All of them already have wineglasses in their hands.
    “Um, Miss Mikoto. Thank you for everything you did on the eighteenth floor. You did so much to help me…”
    “I-it was nothing. Really, I didn’t…”
    Mikoto must’ve gotten used to this atmosphere and overcome her nerves. She responds quickly.
    Not only was she part of the search party, she also came to our rescue when my goddess was kidnapped by other adventurers. I tell her how grateful I am, but she just lightly shakes her head.
    “Do not forget what you accomplished, Sir Bell. Facing down a floor boss under those circumstances and delivering the final blow…It’s embarrassing to say this myself, but your strength and bravery left a profound impression on me.”
    “N-no, I wouldn’t have been able to do that alone. Actually, alone I wouldn’t have been able to do anything…”
    There’s an air of nostalgia in her voice, but I can’t claim full credit for what happened.
    The two of us exchange a few more denials. We smile at each other before we know what is happening.
    “…Sir Bell. If you are ever in danger, summon me at any time. My sword shall defend you.”
    “Miss Mikoto…”
    “Captain Ouka and Miss Chigusa would also like to lend you their strength, just as I would.”
    “Well, me, too…If any of you are in trouble, call me anytime. I’ll do anything I can to help.” We promise to help each other in the future.
    Mikoto’s face melts into a smile as we both nod.
    She extends her right hand. I feel a wave of shyness rush through me before I reach out and give her a firm handshake.
    “If I may ask you a question. I’ve heard that you grow at an incredible rate. Would you be willing to share some advice?”
    “Bell’s not completely human. I dope him up with muscle-building pills of my own design every day…” Nahza joins our conversation, clearly enjoying herself.
    “Please don’t tell stories like that!” I take another look around the room.
    I’ve heard rumors that these Celebrations of the Gods are overwhelmingly strict when it comes to etiquette, but there seems to be none of that here. The gods and goddesses are laughing, drinking, and enjoying themselves. Everything seemed so formal at first, but it turned out to be no big deal.
    The only thing left that’s making me uncomfortable is this absurdly luxurious building.
    “Um, does this building belong to
Apollo Familia
…? Is this their home?”
    Asfi answers my question right away.
    “No, it is not. This building is under the jurisdiction of the Guild.
Familias
and merchants who require this facility are able to rent it as needed.”
    Lord Takemikazuchi opens his mouth to speak. “I only know of one god who prefers to hold Celebrations at home, and that’s Ganesha. Most of us wouldn’t think of inviting other
Familias
directly into our base of operations.”
    “Everyone’s always looking for