Chapter 80
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Chapter 80: Happy Dog Car, Full Speed Ahead!
The Happy Number Travel Dog Car, or ‘Happy Dog Car’ for short, is powered by the adult form of a magical beast called the Abyss Bloodhound. The carriage is made of a special alloy of Abyss metals, with seats crafted from Abyss Greenback Beast leather, colorful magic crystal lights, and a magical circulation system. It can seat up to six people. This luxurious and elegant vehicle belongs to Kululu Po Po Puji, warden of the Demon Army Detention Department.
The Abyss Bloodhound driver, Dadaka, has long been tamed by Kululu and can drive autonomously when shown a destination on a map.
There are buttons under the seats to adjust height and temperature. Switches on the right side of the cabin control the magic circle and lights.
When Lolth opened the car door, she found a note from Kululu tucked in the handle.
“Although it meets all my needs perfectly, something doesn’t feel quite right,” Lolth remarked, glancing at the dazzling disco-like lights and bright green couches inside. “Could this guy have been showing off in this thing all the way from the Demon King Castle to Hillenbrand Town?”
Both the exterior and interior of the dog car reflected Kululu’s distinctive style.
As far as Lolth knew, Abyss Bloodhounds were usually bright red with snarling faces, so why did Kululu’s cart-pulling dog look so goofy?
Everyone except Lolth was amazed by the dog and its car.
“Is this truly the Abyssal Demon’s means of transportation?” Mayor Old Harper asked seriously, dressed in tight leather armor and carrying a war hammer, adventurer’s tool belt, and boots. “Truly remarkable.”
“No, that’s not right at all, Uncle Harper. Only Kululu from the entire Abyss is like this,” Lolth quickly defended the demon race’s reputation. “And how can you maintain such a serious expression when facing something like this and still say ‘extraordinary’ so solemnly…”
Feeling helpless, Lolth followed Kululu’s instructions and prepared to show the map to Dadaka.
She doubted whether a dog-shaped magical beast could actually comprehend a map; she suspected Kululu might be deceiving her.
Nevertheless, she had to try.
Ann, still dressed in a blue tunic with a cloth-wrapped box beside him, nodded slightly.
“Though this car appears extravagant, it should be quite sturdy. This magical beast… actually possesses Superlative Level strength.”
In their team, Old Harper’s strength ranking dropped once again due to the dog’s addition.
Isabella wore a knight’s outfit today with light black armor made by the Demon Army’s Third Legion. Watching Dadaka the Bloodhound wake from its nap reminded her of her friend, White Frost Direwolf, making her somewhat melancholy.
“I wonder how it’s doing now…”
Kanor watched excitedly as Lolth approached the giant dog and pulled out a map to show Dadaka.
“The way Master Lolth talks to the dog is just as cool as when she flips pancakes! Truly a talented chef! Everything she does is so elegant!”
To Lolth’s surprise, the big dog actually understood her map.
She pointed to Vancouver Port in the center of the Qinma Principality where Zakavido was located, and after some contemplation, the dog nodded.
“Woof ↑ Woof ↓ Arf~ Woof?”
Though they seemed like meaningless syllables, Lolth surprisingly understood.
The dog had said “Port of Vancouver”!
“Yes, that’s right.”
The dog waved its paw, signaling them to enter the car.
Lolth began to suspect that Kululu, the troublemaker, had used some wicked mystical technique to transform someone into a dog or merge them with a Bloodhound!
However, it remained just a suspicion.
Finally, Lolth said nothing and followed Dadaka’s instructions to lead everyone into the carriage.
“Alright, let’s board and begin our journey.”
After closing the door, Lolth turned off the interior lights, opened the windows, and with Dadaka’s howl, the Happy Number dog car started moving forward.
The speed gradually increased until they were traveling slightly faster than a formal cavalry march but slower than a full charge.
Lolth estimated they were moving at about 70 miles per hour, and the ride remained remarkably steady.
At this speed, they quickly began leaving Hillenbrand Town behind.
For Old Harper and Kanor, this was clearly a novel experience. Sitting in the front row, the old man and young woman couldn’t resist looking out the windows, watching the rapidly passing scenery with refreshed expressions.
Ann and Isabella sat in the third row.
Lolth sat alone in the second row, appearing somewhat isolated.
However, she happily retrieved a culinary travel journal from her backpack and began reading.
Kanor couldn’t help but marvel at how Master Lolth was always studying culinary arts. “Master Lolth is truly amazing,” she sighed.
After Isabella and Ann closed their eyes to rest briefly, Ann finally spoke to Isabella.
“So, it really is you, ‘Ryman Ice’…”
Ann spoke without looking at Isabella.
“I’m just a humble prisoner,” Isabella replied, lifting her hands slightly to reveal shackles under her knight’s armor. “Judging by your appearance… are you from the Eastern Seven Kingdoms Federation?”
With his reddish hair, brown eyes, and simple light blue shirt, Isabella easily identified his origin.
“I couldn’t stand it anymore, that’s why I ran away,” Ann modestly replied, feeling a sense of camaraderie with Isabella. “Now, I’ve fallen to working for the demon race for my own benefit.”
“Well, at least you haven’t lost your soul and identity like I have,” Isabella said, turning for the first time to admire Ann’s handsome face, then furrowing her brow. “But… your appearance seems somehow familiar to me.”
“I haven’t been to Ryman… perhaps to you Ryman people, all Sevencourtians look alike?”
Ann shrugged.
“No, I’m actually quite good at recognizing faces. Strange… that person shouldn’t have a brother or nephew… just heard she has a…”
“Maybe it’s just a coincidence,” Ann interrupted Isabella expressionlessly. “Miss Isabella, please take care of me this time.”
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Wait… is dadaka a FMA reference? 😭