Chapter 162
“that’s… … .”
Shion hesitated and started looking for an excuse.
Although this time was leisurely, it was not a situation suitable for a wedding.
In order to respond to the movement of the slime dragon and demon god, you will have to pay attention from time to time.
On the contrary, if I married now, I could have been caught up in an emergency and ruined the process.
“I decided to postpone it a little longer because I have important things left to do.”
Hannette calmly stepped forward and answered instead.
There were a total of four people who knew about the resurrection of demons and dragons.
Myself, Zion, the White Apostle, the King.
It could be controversial, and it wasn’t clear, so I decided to keep it a secret and watch it a little longer.
“The important thing is… Are you talking about the four major plagues?”
“Yes, monsters attacking more frequently these days. Didn’t the Great King go beyond the border area and attack the capital? Wouldn’t it be better to postpone the wedding until later in order to prepare?”
Rumors of subduing the King of Narak and the Great Sea spread widely within the Kingdom of Allain, but the fact that the Immortal King had vanished was unknown.
Shion simply guessed it, and even the people mentioned above were aware of it.
As the rivalry’s subjugation was nearing its end, it was to respond more firmly.
“… I hadn’t even thought about that. I must apologize once more.”
Uteru gently bowed his head and conveyed his sincere apology.
I thought that there must be a personal reason why Shion and Harnette didn’t get married.
However, it was said that he postponed the marriage while being conscious of the four major disasters, so he had no choice but to be solemn.
It was not something anyone could do to sacrifice themselves for the protection of the kingdom of Alain and the elimination of the demons.
‘It must be fitting for the black knight.’
Shion was given the title of Setinos Quasar after defeating the 3rd Demon King and 4th Plague.
Even now, he would be doing his best to eliminate them, and Hannett was with him as a member of the Knights.
Because she respects her fiancé’s will, she is acting as a companion and helper.
‘That’s why it became the Setinos Quasar.’
Uteru had no doubts that he was different from Shion purely in terms of skill with the magic sword.
However, the determination and preparation for battle were different.
He simply wanted to become a Setinos Quasar like the King, but those two had in mind defeating their enemies.
‘… I’m not greedy.’
The desire for reward for merit and the creation of merit itself.
There was nothing wrong with the idea of getting a reward, but it would make the feat seem like a process.
But if you aim for achievement, you will pursue your own honor and contribution to the country.
That’s why Shion and Harnet became even more noble and worthy of respect as knights.
‘Barchen was right. It’s not something an ordinary human can do.’
Even if you want to make a feat, you cannot achieve it without the support of armed forces.
Even if armed, they would not risk their lives unless they were determined.
How far can those two look forward to fighting the witches?
‘Compared to him, I’m too selfish.’
He had only thought of increasing his reputation by becoming a Cetinos Quasar.
Even that was not enough, so he hoped to be chosen as the heir to the throne, and tried to increase that possibility by using Zion.
It was only looking at the benefits of the result while being absorbed in desire.
‘still… It’s not wrong. If I don’t do it like this, I can’t have it.’
Because he was a direct royal family and Barhen’s fiancé, he was able to attract Shion to his side.
All you have to do is support yourself and let him be chosen as the heir to the throne.
After becoming king, he would give more to Shion, and the family of Marquis Regard would prosper even more.
‘This is my way.’
The more power you have, the higher you rise, but you have to do mean and dirty things to that extent.
After sitting on the throne, you can hold the highest power, but it is not easy to pass it on to the next generation while protecting it.
Repeatedly embracing and excluding the royal family and nobles, and constantly changing policies so that countless people can live comfortably.
Dominating the kingdom of Alain is directly related to the meaning of taking responsibility, so he would not be able to withstand the authority of the throne with a complacent mind.
‘Even as a king, I’ll make an achievement.’
Her mother, Brandis Setbe Androden, was recognized for that feat decades ago and became the Setinos Quasar.
After that, he obtained the qualification of heir to the throne, and eventually succeeded to the throne without difficulty.
He also wanted to walk that path, but he was wrong on the way, so he wanted to take the throne first.
‘To do that, those two… … .’
“I would have been curious too. Quite a bit of time has passed since the engagement ceremony, hasn’t it?”
“Thanks for understanding. If the relationship between the two of you seemed bad, I wouldn’t have asked this question. We care for each other, but since we are not married, I became a little curious.”
Hannette sips her teacup with a slight smile.
Such a question could be asked not only by Juter, but also by other nobles.
However, if there is a different intention behind it, shouldn’t we take it a little more seriously?
‘Does he think the engagement can be broken?’
It’s been a long time since we got engaged, but we don’t get married.
This means that the marriage is deliberately postponed, and there may be discord between the parties or families.
In the end, it would lead to a breakup, so you could have guessed that the relationship between the two families would collapse.
‘Or to bring our family to their side through Zion… … .’
He wondered if his father would have looked out there.
At the time he and Shion held their engagement ceremony, rumors spread that Barhen would join the Royal Knights.
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‘There are many things the 3 princesses can get.’
Shion had an indirect relationship with Uter through Varchen.
Because the Marquis of Reggiard and the royal family had established the relationship as an arranged marriage, they were forcibly intertwined.
In addition, since he had to follow Shion, the Duke of Adelaira had no choice but to be involved.
‘The three princesses will want to become the heir to the throne, and our family will try to expand their influence.’
We can achieve each other’s goals just by the existence of ourselves and Zion.
Even though the Marquis of Reggiard is involved, even if you mediate well, you will return a lot of profit.
In other words, even if each person cooperated, an amicable result was reached.
‘When the 3 princesses become kings, Nana and Shion are a bit… … .’
“At this rate, Barhen and I might get married first.”
“… … ?”
At Juter’s remarks, Barhen shows a stiff expression.
There was no talk of marriage in the royal palace yet.
Of course, it would end before the end of this year, but the time had to be delayed as there was the invasion of the Great King.
“Since you are in a different position than I am, it might be better for you to get married early. Shouldn’t the lineage of the royal family always be inherited?”
“… That shouldn’t be the case. Can’t the knights neglect their duties?”
Shion understands the meaning of the words and exchanges glances with Uter.
It must have been about the sentences that flowed from the seven demonic swords.
Since we are aware that it is an important issue, I think we are trying to cooperate first.
“I will be grateful to hear your words.”
“You have to work hard. You may never be on the battlefield again.”
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Juter had a hunch about his fate as a direct royal family.
Right now, the king gave permission, but later, the royal family and officials would first oppose it.
It would have been easier if he had proven his skills, but for now, he had to join the Lihines Knights to participate in the battle.
‘I have to try as far as I can.’
I haven’t given up on my goal of becoming a Cetinos quasar yet.
I just postponed the order for a while because the situation was not good.
Even if he ascended the throne first, he would have to obtain the title of Setinos Quasar.
‘I also have a magic sword. There’s nothing I can’t do.’
* * *
Rivdad Magic Society, First Training Room.
Harnette visited the Rivdad Magic Society to seek advice from the Blue Sage.
The blue sage readily agreed to the request, and set aside time to prepare a seat in the first training room.
I couldn’t give you an answer right away, so I wanted to check it myself.
“Miss Hanet, other wizards are having the same problem. I am also one of them.”
“I know. still… I need to get stronger.”
Walter understood her feelings a little and sensed Harnett’s magical power.
Harnett’s magic power increased in amount compared to before, and it was neatly polished.
He had reached such a high level, but why was he so impatient?
“Is it because of the black knight?”
“No, I can’t keep up.”
“… I heard the news. Didn’t you almost lose your life to Narak?”
Walter slowly raises his mana and shows a sharp gaze.
Harnette was trying to raise the bar, not for herself, but for her fiancé.
It was to burn that heart by following pure emotions.
“I want to see Miss Harnet’s magic with all her might. Can you show me?”
“… Can the training room hold up?”
“I’m sorry, but… Please don’t underestimate the Cetinos quasar. If you can’t block that much, wouldn’t it be a waste of the title of blue sage?”
Harnette was taken aback for a moment, but quickly understood and released her magical energy.
A blue airflow gushes out, and soon turns into flames and spreads widely.
Walter shows interest in its power and quickly spreads the cold.
‘fast. Isn’t it too fast?’
Walter began to press the flames of Harnette with intense curiosity.
Less than a year had passed since he withdrew from the Rivdad Magic Society, but he was using threatening fire magic.
Even that talent was unusual, and even the growth rate was out of the expected range.
‘If you push further… … .’
Walter creates an even colder chill and embraces the flame.
It was certainly powerful, but even that was meaningless in front of him.
After learning magic, no one has surpassed him.
‘It’s time to see the flaws… … .’
Walter felt something for a moment and tried to find it urgently.
It was impossible.
Why is something else flowing out of Hanette?
‘There is one more magical power. One person can’t have two magical powers!’