"Just which Familia do you two belong to? Why are you... healing people here?"
With the music finished, the surrounding Adventurers finally had the chance to voice the question burning in their hearts.
Why would two healers from a Familia suddenly start helping so many Adventurers for free in broad daylight?
Generally speaking, shouldn't Adventurers with healing abilities be nurtured as treasures by their respective Familas?
To be so conspicuous—aren't they afraid of attracting trouble?
If they were from a large Familia, it would be one thing, but if they were from a small one... certain Deities in Orario wouldn't easily let two healers go!
"A Familia? That's exactly why we're here."
"Since it's our first time in Orario, we aren't familiar with the situation here, so we hope everyone can give us some recommendations..."
The Adventurers had thought these were just some inexperienced youngsters from a Familia who didn't know better, creating such a misunderstanding. However, once they heard Hyacine and Barbara's words, their eyes widened, their faces written with disbelief.
"Your first time... in Orario?"
"Meaning, you've never received Falna at all?"
"Yes, we haven't received Falna. Is there a problem?"
Hearing Hyacine and Barbara's reply, the Adventurers looked at each other, seeing the incredulity in one another's eyes.
"To be able to use the power of healing without Falna?"
"And the healing effect is so excellent; it's not inferior to the Saint of the Battlefield at all."
"Doesn't that make them..."
Ancient Heroes?
After the Deities of Heaven descended to the Lower World, even mortals could possess extraordinary strength. But before that—in the era without Falna—humans were still capable of possessing immense power.
Those people were called Heroes in ancient times!
In other words, these two girls before them had the potential to become Heroes!
Upon realizing this, a strange light flickered in the eyes of all the Adventurers present. Like Tom catching sight of a white cat, they simply couldn't look away.
After all, these were two healers!
As long as one didn't seek death too recklessly, they could basically return safely from every adventure with zero chance of losing life or limb.
"Join our Familia!"
"Huh? Your Familia is trash! If they join anyone, it's our Familia!"
"Quit arguing! From a practical standpoint, joining our Familia is the most suitable. Healers are a massive drain on resources; how can you afford them without capital?"
The crowd, which had just quieted down, immediately became agitated again.
Healers were already rare talents in Orario, and their numbers were extremely small. Only large Familas could possibly have them, while those small Familas... could only resort to buying potions.
As the situation escalated, some Adventurers even considered the idea of using force to kidnap the two girls back to their Familia.
However, as a cool breeze brushed past their faces, the girls' voices caused the surrounding Adventurers to freeze in place, throwing curious glances their way.
"Please, everyone, calm down!"
"We came here to provide healing because we want to see the smiles on everyone's faces and to find a Familia that suits our hearts!"
"As long as our requirements are met, we are willing to join!"
Hyacine and Barbara's meaning was clear, and it allowed the Adventurers to understand their intent.
Because they had just arrived in Orario and didn't understand the situation, the sisters had showcased their healing talent, hoping to use this method to attract the attention of the Familas.
"So, what are your requirements?"
"As long as it's something we can satisfy, we'll definitely do it!"
Rather than focusing on useless bickering, the Adventurers began to pay more attention to the two girls themselves. After all, the profession of a healer wasn't just about healing.
Adventurers could certainly use coercion to force these two girls to join their Familia, but such a method would inevitably leave hidden dangers within the organization.
Therefore, unless absolutely necessary, a normal Familia wouldn't use force to invite someone.
Of course, Orario wasn't necessarily full of normal people; there were actually quite a few eccentric Deities and lunatics.
It was just uncertain whether those types would make a move...
"Regarding that, please allow us to keep it a secret for now. We won't tell you just yet!"
"However, for the time being, we will remain here to help heal those returning from adventures. We will definitely make everyone smile!"
"But we will also be observing everyone during this period to find a suitable Familia in our own way, so..."
"Please don't refuse our healing!"
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Although Orario was a world similar to Medieval Europe, its technology tree was extremely distorted—nothing like what a normal world should have.
Naturally, the same applied to the dissemination of information.
'Two unaffiliated girls without Falna are helping Adventurers at the gates of Babel and are looking for a suitable Familia to join.'
This news spread through the entire Orario at lightning speed. Aside from those still adventuring in the Dungeon, everyone in The City knew about Hyacine and Barbara.
Countless Familas turned their eyes toward the two girls at this moment.
Among them, there were good intentions, and naturally, there were bad ones...
For instance, in a magnificent mansion, a certain orange-haired male Deity was listening to a report from his Familia, a look of interest in his eyes.
"Oh? Two healers? That truly is rare!"
"To possess the power of healing without Falna... is what you're saying true, Hyakinthos?"
"Lord Apollo, I personally went to the scene to investigate and also received word from some other Deities. They have indeed never received Falna; they are completely free agents."
After receiving a definitive answer, a thoughtful expression soon appeared on the incredibly handsome Deity's face.
"I didn't expect that the Lower World still held children like these?"
"If they are allowed to grow, they could surely become pillars of a Familia, couldn't they?"
"However, none of that is the point!"
"The point is... they are adorable children!"
"Subarashii~"
The Deity known as Apollo struck an exaggerated pose without hesitation, his facial expression even twisting.
"Come with me to take a look, Hyakinthos."
"If those children truly catch my eye, there's no need to say anything more about what happens next, right?"
The Deity's manic behavior did not provoke any dissatisfaction from the man named Hyakinthos; instead, he lowered his head respectfully, his eyes reflecting a loyalty that could not be described in words.
"As you command!"
"When the time comes, I will do whatever it takes to merge them into Lord Apollo's Familia!"