Admirer

Chapter 037 Admirer

Before going home, Anindira, Ezra, and Zia decided to go to the river first so they could clean themselves after playing around in the meadow.

''Ah, Anindira, you're soaked!'' Zia shouted.

''Hehehe...'' Anindira laughed happily because she was satisfied with taking a bath, ''It's okay, it's refreshing.''

''Come back quickly and dry yourself!'' Koza shouted, ''We'll give you warm water and take a bath at home.''

Koza became very worried seeing Anindira's body soaked.

''Don't worry, uncle!'' Anindira shouted in reply, ''At my place, we even often play in the rain. This is very fun,'' Anindira continued with a cheerful expression because her heart was very happy.

*****

''This is for you!''

Gavriel went over to Anindira and handed over a pile of wild vegetables and also a bag of fruit to Anindira, who was drying herself in front of the campfire with Zia and Ezra.

''You like vegetables and fruit. I'll look for more for you tomorrow,'' Gavriel continued awkwardly. Immediately after, he left with a red face.

''What's wrong with him?'' Anindira asked after glancing at Ezra and Zia with a confused face, ''Come and go as he pleases, suddenly handing over food?!''

Zia only answered Anindira by shrugging her shoulders with a face that was also surprised.

''Hehehe...'' Ezra laughed amusedly to herself, seeing Anindira's innocence as well as Zia, who was just as innocent.

Those who were sitting together while waiting for the food to be prepared looked at Ezra. In between, Mischa gently stroked Ezra's head and they both laughed, making the others now focus on looking at them both with confused looks.

''Dad, what's wrong with mom?'' asked Zia, ''Why are you guys having fun alone,'' said Zia, who was annoyed because she felt left out.

''Your mother remembered an old memory,'' answered Mischa, then sat beside Ezra and hugged her.

''What is that?'' asked Zia curiously, as did Ezra's three young spouses.

''About fifty years ago, there was a young man from the *Diamond rank challenging a man from the *Amethyst rank. He was very brave without fear of death and continued to approach your mother. Just like Gavriel did earlier,'' explained Mischa while laughing.

Ezra's spouse, who had understood who he meant. They glanced at Ruvi, whose face was already red.

''But, I managed to get Ezra!'' he said proudly, hiding his embarrassment.

''Um,'' Ezra nodded, ''After ten years,'' Ezra said teasingly, making Ruvi's face even redder.

''Then, what about Gavriel?'' Axel asked, ''His opponent is *Sapphire, can't he find an easier target?'' Kaj asked, joining in.

''How will he conquer Halvir?'' Koza asked, adding that he sympathized with Gavriel.

''Hm... Ruvi took ten years to get Mischa's approval. How long will he last?!'' Kaj asked with a grin, ''It must be hard to conquer that blue-eyed Black Jaguar!'' Axel added.

''Hey, are you guys comparing me now?!'' Mischa exclaimed in annoyance, imagining the thoughts of her juniors, ''Aren't you guys the same? You're just young diamonds, but you dare to challenge two *Amethysts!''

''Hahaha...'' they burst out laughing together in response to Mischa.

''It will take a long time. But it's possible,'' Ruvi said, interrupting between laughter, ''I don't know him very well, but I'm impressed by his courage. Now, we just need to know how persistent he is...'' Ruvi continued with a proud smile.

''He's still very young. There will be plenty of time for Halvir to play with him...'' Mischa said in response to Ruvi.

Ruvi, Koza, Axel, and Kaj. Of course, they all sympathized with Gavriel. They seemed to see themselves in the past.

Gavriel's initial goal was Halvir. That indirectly made him interested in Anindira. Initially, it was admiration from young teenagers who were jealous and proud of the strength possessed by their role models.

Mischa and Ruvi understood that. Gavriel admired the figure of Halvir. Just like Ruvi who admired the figure of Mischa.

''Anindira, you have two admirers!'' Zia exclaimed, joining the conversation, ''You must be happy,'' Zia continued with a smile.

''Ah! No, that's...'' Anindira answered nervously, she blushed and didn't know how to answer.

''Gavriel is quite handsome... But, he is nothing compared to Uncle Halvir,'' Zia said in response to Anindira's nervousness.

''Gavriel is just still very young...'' Mischa said, looking at him from the perspective of a parent and also a wise Village Head.

''One day, he will definitely be a tough young man,'' Ruvi said. He agreed with Mischa's opinion.

Anindira could only watch them with a confused and blushing face.

Anindira didn't know how to respond to all their words that were still beyond her understanding.

''Polyandry in this world, will I get used to it?'' Anindira asked in her heart, ''Should I do it?!'' Anindira asked herself, ''I still can't accept it... What will my family say? They will scold me, that's for sure!'' Anindira thought, muttering in her heart.

The meal was lively and lively as usual. The night was getting late, each of them had entered the dream world waiting for the morning to come again.

*****

Two weeks had passed since Anindira lived with Ezra's family. For two weeks she tried to convince Ezra's family that taking a morning bath in the river during the summer would not kill her, and that failed miserably!

Anindira couldn't change their way of thinking. Taking a bath in the river in the afternoon was as difficult as taking a morning bath in the river. Anindira was only allowed to take a bath with warm water.

On the other hand, Gavriel continued to approach her. Routinely, twice a day, Gavriel came to see Anindira bringing wild fruits and vegetables. That made Anindira accustomed to Gavriel's presence. Shy at first. But now, Anindira is comfortable chatting with Gavriel. Maybe because Gavriel is a cheerful person and also a young teenager like she is.

Ezra's family is kind and friendly. There are many things that Anindira got while living with them. She finally understood the tasks and responsibilities carried out by Mischa as a Village Head and Ruvi is the right hand who helps Mischa. So is Halvir. He turned out to be a very important person in the Village. Not only in terms of strength but also in terms of character. He is a very reliable and highly dedicated person. He is also very loyal to the village and respects Mischa.

Halvir and Ruvi are two of the few people who play an important role in maintaining order in the village along with the leaders and elders from other Clans. Therefore, most of the responsibility at home is held by Koza, Ezra's third spouse. Axel and Kaj obediently follow Koza's instructions.

Anindira blended in with the people in the village. The guards on duty at the border are also very familiar with Anindira because of her passion for adventure and observation. She likes to explore new things with Zia. Although she often gets reprimanded, especially by Ezra and her five spouses. That is also what makes Zia so close, and she admires Anindira, who has the knowledge and teaches it to Zia.

Zia and Ezra are very happy to know how to take care of their bodies by utilizing the surrounding flora. Thanks to that, Ezra and Zia diligently wake up early now. Instead of exercising, Anindira often walked around the village in the morning with Ezra and Zia.

In the afternoon, Anindira would play in the river with Ezra and Zia. At that time, Gavriel had the opportunity to chat with Anindira even though he still had to keep a safe distance. Gavriel always brings Anindira wild vegetables and fruit. Twice a day when it's time to eat. Thanks to that, Anindira didn't need to look for wild vegetables and fruit.

Anindira, Zia, and Ezra will spend time walking before and after meals to maintain their health. The most visited place is the grassland on the west side of the village. The most expansive and beautiful place that will only be seen during the summer.