96 – 96 – Asmodeus (5).
As soon as they arrived at the elf forest, there was a woman running towards Asmodeus, loudly calling his name.
“ Ah!! ”
The identity of the woman approaching with flowing silver hair is that of a person with a deep connection to Asmodeus, the heir to the Northern Grand Duchy whom the princess had mentioned earlier.
“ Princess! Wow!? ”
Poof!
Wow!
” As.. As.. I really missed you. It’s been a while..”
“Princess.. I missed you too..”
” Ah♡..”
Bad!
“ Princess, what are you doing!? ”
The princess, who lost Asmodeus, immediately got angry and tried to pull him back into her arms.
However, unlike the princess who was taken away without any preparation, the princess already had a strong hold on Asmodeus, so it was not easy to get him back.
” Hey!! Please bring Asu-kun back! This is an order! “
” Ugh!! Hasn’t he already had enough? And the order is something that has already been kicked out..”
” Same goes for you! “
The two fought to take Asmodeus into their arms.
“ Ugh.. ”
Rod shouted when he saw Asmodeus, who was caught between the two, groaning because he could not bear the pain.
“Stop it! You idiots! And then you get to this point and you can’t come to your senses!? The owner is also frustrated, so leave both of you! “
After hearing Rod’s words, the two finally saw Asmodeus’ appearance.
” Oh my! Asu-kun is having a hard time because of you, princess! “
” The princess is having a hard time because she presses the button with an unnecessarily large device! “
” What!? “
“What! “
Cow wow!
” Ugh!! “
It took a little longer for Asmodeus to get out between the two.
“ Phew.. ”
Asmodeus, who had finally escaped from among them, lowered his head and sighed.
At that time, another welcome voice came to my ears.
[ Looks like you brought Asmodeus safely, everyone.. ]
” World Tree! “
A world tree, a sacred tree with deep roots in the elven forest.
Except for the two goddesses of Isania, the Dragon Lord and the World Tree can be said to have great influence on Isania.
Even though the goddess existed, not everyone living in the world worshiped Ravi and Nous.
Those who seek power seek the Dragon Lord, and those who desire peace seek the World Tree.
Although she is not as much as a goddess, she is like a demi-goddess of Isania because there are many people who worship her.
So, Asmodeus, who traveled around the world seeking peace, often visited the World Tree for advice.
Asmodeus did not always resolve disputes easily as he traveled around the world.
Although he has now turned 20 and has more experience and knowledge than his peers, things in the world are not always easy to solve and he often gets stuck in difficult problems.
Every time, they were able to solve the problem by receiving appropriate advice from the World Tree, and because of that, the two became close friends.
Even though many people in the world turned around and tried to kill him.
[ Boy, you’ve worked really hard… We’ve all been waiting. ]
Not only the world tree we are talking about now.
Those who were really close to him did not turn away.
Let’s raise our heads.
” Asmodeus! “
” Asmodeh! “
“ Lord Asmodeus! ”
People who had a deep relationship with him flocked to him.
Women of high status or outstanding ability who can be considered noble in various places.
The number did not exceed ten, including the princess, princess, and dragon lord.
“ Hey, everyone!.. ”
It was enough to impress Asmodeus.
When I first heard what the princess said, it was hard to believe it.
From his perspective, it was because many people gathered for him.
But unlike Asmodeus, who was impressed, the princess’s expression was not good.
” Princess… Are these all the people? “
” Yes, there were originally a few more people..”
“I guess he was executed for heresy..”
” Yes!? What do you mean by that!? “
I thought enough people had gathered for me.
There were more, and those people were executed.
Asmodeus’ expression couldn’t help but become distorted again.
Looking at him like that, Rod opened his mouth with difficulty.
” … I ask the owner for an explanation. World Tree. “
[You leave the difficult role to me… Lord…]
” That’s because you are the one among us who can explain it properly. “
[ … I understand, Asmodeus, dear.. It may be difficult, but please listen until the end.. ]
The World Tree spoke in a heavy voice.
He told her about what happened after she lost consciousness in Ravi’s arms.
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” This is a lie!? “
[It may be hard to believe, but… It’s all true, dear…]
” That can’t be possible.. “
After hearing the story of the World Tree, Asmodeus could not help but be astonished.
It is said that the goddess Ravi disappeared from Isania that night.
For some reason, she was no longer in the world, so I couldn’t tell for sure.
It was said that the reason was probably because of Asmodeus.
Because, as soon as Ravi disappeared, she was her younger brother.
The remaining goddess, Nus, became very angry and left without any explanation.
She gave an oracle to simply kill Asmodeus.
Many people, including the church, had doubts.
Nus changed his name to Labinus.
He poured out enormous divine power to brainwash people and force them to kill him.
And those who did not follow were all executed as heretics.
Because of that.
Like those gathered in the forest of the World Tree.
Except for a very few strong people who resist brainwashing.
Everyone in the world searched for him desperately, and killed him as soon as they found him.
However.
Asmodeus lives and dies.
It was repeated because the body was constantly being revived somewhere in this world, Isania.
Nous is very angry.
Asmodeus continues to live even after death.
This all seemed to be related to Ravi, who disappeared from the world.
The World Tree confirmed this.
[ Looking closer, I can see clearly… I can feel Ravi’s energy inside you… ]
” … “
Asmodeus, who heard the World Tree’s words, could not easily open his mouth because he had no choice but to know why Ravi’s energy was inside him.
‘ Ravi’s energy is inside me.. It really is a curse..’
The reason I keep dying and coming back to life even after death is because of Ravi.
The fact that all this pain was punishment given by the person he loved.
Asmodeus was distressed.
[Can you tell me what happened that night?..]
“ … ”
When Rod saw Asmodeus not opening his mouth, he tried to stop him.
“ World Tree, it looks like the owner is having a hard time. For now, later… ”
Asmodeus soon made a promise and raised his head and opened his mouth.
“ No.. I’ll tell you.. ”
To the people who gathered for themselves.
Because I thought it was right to explain all the circumstances.
Asmodeus was distressed, but he told him about what had happened.
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” I wondered why Seonghwang died!! Asu-kun, are you okay!?..”
“ Haha.. As is the victim, right? Why on earth..”
The women who heard the story of Asmodeus.
She was very angry and sad as if it was something she had experienced.
” This is outrageous.. The owner’s condition is really like this… “
[ Yes, I think it is true that a huge curse was placed on Asmodeus.. ]
“Has he poured all his strength to the point where he disappears?”
[Yes, that’s probably why Nus is so angry.]
“ It would have been better if I hadn’t gotten between them in the first place!! ”
The World Tree and Lord heard the story of Asmodeus.
He got angry talking about Ravi’s energy inside him.
” Is it true that the goddess loved Asu-kun!? Why do you put this curse on me instead of healing me? “
“ This is so harsh!.. This is a goddess!.. ”
Other women who heard their conversation also became angry.
” Stop. “Don’t say anything to the goddesses..”
Asmodeus stopped them.
“ It’s all my fault..”
To those who get angry for themselves.
Thank you very much, but he has no intention of blaming the goddesses.
This is because I thought that if I had accepted it clearly or rejected it sooner, it would not have happened in the first place.
Asmodeus thought that he deserved to be cursed and punished for delaying his decision and showing his defiled appearance to Ravi.
Of course, the women who knew he was thinking this shouted loudly.
“What are you talking about! There is nothing wrong with As-kun! Noose is taking out his anger for no reason, right? ”
“ The princess is right! And it was Seonghwang and the Goddess who were at fault! If I had known this would happen, I should have properly stopped it!! ”
” That’s right. The owner did nothing wrong. Rather, it is all of our fault. “
Other women who heard the three also cried, blaming themselves.
” Ugh.. That’s right, it’s our fault for not being able to stop it..”
” I feel sorry for Asmodeus, what should I do.. Ugh!.. “
I should have protected him from something like this.
He should have saved him at least a little.
How difficult must it have been for him?
Asmodeus shouted at the women who cried while saying these words.
” What did you do wrong! There’s nothing wrong!.. Don’t cry.. Lord? “
“ No, we are the proper masters, Asmodeus. ”
In front of Asmodeus, who was about to say again that it was he who was at fault, the Dragon Lord walked right in front of him, got down on one knee, and said,
” Lord? “
” We should have confessed properly instead of telling you in a roundabout way. “
“ Yes? What does that mean..”
Asmodeus, who could not understand Rod’s words, also heard the voices of the princess and the princess.
” Rod is right.. Don’t let As-kun take it as a joke..”
“ I didn’t hesitate for fear that As would get hurt if he saw us fighting.. ”
A joke? Wound?..
What are you talking about?
“ Yes, if we had confessed our love to our master properly, things might have been different. ”
” Yes? Confessing your love?.. And on top of that, it’s us?..”
Asmodeus stiffened after hearing Rod’s words, and then other women’s embarrassed voices were heard in his ears.
” Kyaaa! We decided to give each person time to speak properly!! “
“ Asmodeus! Don’t get me wrong… No, Rod is right! ”
I love you, Asmodeus! I said it!
I love you too! From the moment I first saw you…
I loved you even before we met!
What do you mean! No, I have been since before Asmodeus was born.
The women all confess their love to him as if they were pouring into each other’s mouths.
“W, everyone?..”
Asmodeus, who was frozen by the sudden situation, became increasingly noisy around him.
” Hey! Everyone is noisy!..”
Rod scolded and made the surroundings quiet for now.
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” Huh.. Let me sum it up..”
The women, who had calmed down after taking a break and listening to Rod’s words, continued to speak.
” If we’re all going to argue, it’s the greatest goddess..”
” I gave in because I believed it would make As-kun happier than anyone else. “
“Even if she was a goddess, she didn’t want to give up As! But this is the result! ”
” Everyone.. I am..”
Asmodeus could not help but wonder how to respond to the fact that all the women present here loved him with reason, not just favor.
He loves everyone. However, Isania cherished everyone just as much as she loved the world, so I couldn’t help but be confused when I tried to think about it in a rational sense.
Did you read his thoughts?
” Master, there is no need to think about anything. “
” Lord? “
Rod spoke kindly to him with a light-hearted expression.
” We are not all confessing together now because we are hoping for an answer.. So there is no need to worry about it for no reason, kind master..”
As if agreeing with Rod’s words, the women behind him nodded and smiled at him.
” Well, I…”
Even though they said it didn’t matter.
Asmodeus was about to open his mouth, thinking that he had to answer something.
The Demon King entered the elf forest!!
It is said that even the World Tree was deceived by the Demon King and was driven out of his residence!!
Let’s kill the devil!! Let’s also kill those who follow the devil!!
Kill! Kill it! Kill it!
” This, this!.. “
I forgot about it for a while when I was with them.
I heard the voices of people who hated me and wanted to kill me.
The Lord spoke while holding the shoulder of Asmodeus, who was frightened and shaking.
“There is no need to be afraid. My master Asmodeus. ”
With a voice full of confidence.
” No matter what happens, we will. “
Other women also spoke to him along the way.
I will protect you, my beloved.
From now on, I will never leave your side.