077. 1 year passed (3)
“It was the second semester with many incidents and accidents.”
Gilliot, who had returned to the podium in Zeroth’s absence, spoke heavily. His voice conveyed regret for not being able to properly protect the cadets from Zeroth’s tyranny.
Gilliot announces the end of the second semester.
A year has passed.
I realized that a lot of time had passed. A map of how I struggled to adapt, survive, and rest after falling into this world.
A lot happened.
Needless to say, in the 1st semester, in the 2nd semester, Zeroth appeared and overturned the academy, understood and mourned Cyana’s pain, performed his first foreign mission, fought as a combat representative at the festival, and prevented the resurrection of Regalug. paid
Most of them are hard memories, but I also made a lot of good memories. Well, that’s what I’m saying because once it passes, all the memories will be corrected.
‘About two years from now… … .’
I think back to my school days. I didn’t know it when I was in school, but looking back on the day of the graduation ceremony, I think it went by so quickly.
Just like before, I hope that when I look back at the last moments of my third year at the academy, I will feel that it has passed quickly.
If possible, I want to make a lot of memories. Because it’s an academy experience in a fantasy world, it’s something you’ll never experience again.
“When you enter your sophomore year, you will now take steps to become a full-fledged warrior. So, you’d better be prepared. There are a lot of wolves sharpening knives who don’t make it to the 3rd year and stay in the 2nd year. Got it!”
“Yes–!!”
The cadets shouting at the gym to leave.
It was the beginning of winter break.
Time flows helplessly. Be fair without looking at anyone’s situation.
The story of the game, the resurrection of the demon king, and the growth of Ackerman will come someday. You can’t stop the passing of time.
“hey!”
While waiting for the cadets to get out of the dungeon by myself, the voice I’ve heard the most lately caught me.
“… … why.”
“You’re at the end of the semester, don’t you even say hello to me? I didn’t really want to say hello to you! Well, that doesn’t mean we won’t even say hello during vacations, right? Or me, ignoring me… … what?”
It was Cain. But I don’t know why he is talking so gibberish. If you’re going to talk, make eye contact.
“Uh, hello.”
Come to think of it, Cain was always like this. It feels like words and actions are opposites.
I suddenly have this thought.
‘Why is Cain talking to me?’
A year ago, when I first entered this school, I never imagined I would have a conversation like this with this girl.
The heroine of ＜Warriors Kingdom＞.
To say that a child who could be said to be the best in the academy for her beauty is talking to me without hesitation.
If you think a little deeper, you can see how mysterious this is.
‘Does that make sense?’
No way. I would still easily accept that all of this was my dream.
A moment to think alone. Cain made a pouty face and tapped my forearm.
“What do you do on vacation?”
After I rescue Cyana from the Magic Tower, I will temporarily protect her at my mansion.
… … It is impossible to say that. Glad you don’t see me as a strange kidnapper.
Even if that wasn’t the case, it was Cain who hadn’t gotten along very well with Shiana recently, so there was no need to scrape it off.
“Well. You should take care of the estate and rest. I train with both sides, and build culture.”
The peaceful daily life I wish for.
I already smile at the fact that I will soon be able to enjoy a honey-like daily life.
I want to finish everything quickly and rest in peace.
“That won’t be fun. You must have lived in the countryside all your life?”
“That’s how it is.”
“So, huh? You can’t be sophisticated, you can’t!”
What… … ?
Aren’t I sophisticated? Is this a little shocking? I thought I was confident in my aesthetic sense. I walked around with a lot of pride. no? Isn’t this usually more accurate with the eyes of reason? what.
I asked with a shocked face.
“I?”
“Yeah, yes! Idiot. Trendy in the capital, huh? What is it? Anyway, there is such a thing! You don’t know!”
huh. Cain crossed his arms. Of course, the left arm was not fully healed yet, so only the right arm fell out.
Ugh. Cain, who put in a strange choo-im-sae, hurriedly took up his posture.
“I’ll show you what’s especially popular in big cities.”
There was something indescribable spleen in her words.
The fact that I’m out of style makes me a little dizzy, but that didn’t ruin my vacation plans.
trend… … I don’t know. Should I stop by during vacation?
“I’ll go next time.”
“What?”
Cain rolls his eyes. How dare you decline my offer? It was these eyes.
“I have a lot to do during vacation.”
“… … .”
Cain’s eyes grew cold. Are you feeling that bad?
“Bah, is it because you’re busy? yes?”
“yes. very busy.”
“Chit. Okay. Call me when you come back to Vamilia later.”
After thinking for a while, Cain held out a small note.
“This is the address of my villa. If you come to play, I’ll show you around the city. You live only in the countryside and have never seen a big city.”
I realize that I am still a sober body. However, Cain was always confined to the gymnasium and was proud of the subject of only training. He’s a strange kid anyway.
“Thank you. I’ll go play later.”
got a note Cain started scratching his cheek, staring at the ceiling without making eye contact with me.
“… … hey.”
“yes?”
“I thought about it again, but it’s not like I can’t see it. For now, don’t go around like you’re following the trend.”
what is this
“Are you sick and giving me medicine?”
“Ah, whatever! If you go to a big city to play, you must go to Vamilia first! Okay? Just go first alone!”
Why did you want to do this and didn’t answer, so Cain took a step closer and argued.
“I understand–!”
attention is drawn I’m really tired.
“Okay. Stop screaming.”
exactly… … The kid gets weirder. Especially after the incident. I started to worry that maybe Magi’s mind had been corrupted.
Actually, Cain didn’t pay any attention to that gaze, and just smiled at my answer.
“You promised?”
“okay.”
Cain turned around with a satisfied face. I walked away like that…
He turned around and waved his hand.
“See you after vacation!”
I see Cain walking away. It is much brighter than before. On the contrary, the girl who used to be a cold-blooded beauty now looks like a mess.
For me, it was nice to see that.
During her vacation, she will try to convince her father and family elders. This is Cain’s first struggle to get what he wants.
I feel relieved when I see her strong. I’m cheering for you in my heart. Have a good day, son.
When everyone left, I left the gym.
I saw a crowd of people. They are looking at something in a group as if they had seen a celebrity.
‘What, are Siana and Cain hanging out together?’
I got curious and approached. I couldn’t help but sigh at the sight that followed.
‘He’s not a celebrity.’
-Is that beautiful woman the daughter of the Duke of Elace?
– Wow. That’s great.
-Did Ackerman slaughter even a demon in his previous life? What a blessing!
-I envy you… … .
Princess Elise and Ackerman were like celebrities inside the academy.
The princess of the duke had come to meet Ackerman for vacation.
At first glance, you might think that the two of them are filming a romance movie.
Maybe it’s because they’re good men and women, the surroundings of the two of them were really bright.
‘Ellace, she’s really into Ackerman.’
He saved my life, and I understand that Ackerman is such a proud guy, but seeing hearts shooting out of his eyes makes me a little worried.
As it is, Ackerman enjoys romance, and I… … ?
What if I rolled like a dog by myself?
that’s not quite
‘Hmm. Judging by that momentum, aren’t you going to enter the Warriors next year?’
Somehow it seemed so. If the gongnyeo says she wants to enter the school, who will stop it? If you put pressure on it with the power of the duchy, you’ll be able to enter the school.
For Ackerman, this is a life-changing opportunity, and it will be a pity to miss this opportunity. They want to be nice to them, they want to look good, and they want to raise their honor by becoming a knight.
Because that child has no sense of crisis.
After going through this regalug revival, I should have planted deep in my heart that the world is in darkness… … .
If he didn’t have the consciousness of having to defeat the demons, he might be content with just being a knight.
Won because he saved the princess like a hero and the world turned pink.
However, since Ackerman would not be the type to fall in love and neglect training, he decided to wait and see.
-That man. That’s a little interesting.
‘Oh, is that so?’
-Hmm. But something is missing.
‘Don’t say such ominous things.’
-It’s not bad. Just check it as a candidate.
Acheron and Ackerman. You piss me off in pairs.
* * *
I went to Hilda and entrusted her with repairing the ‘Eight Tree Shield’.
How did he use the item, and how did this powerful shield become this rag?
‘… … Yes. I’ll fix it and return it. No, I’ll leave it to you. Mum. I heard you were hurt, are you feeling better? Well, that’s not something I dare to worry about. sit down please.’
‘it’s okay. After all, practical cadets do not go home during vacations and are confined to workshops. Yeah? Do you want it delivered to your home? Well that’s me thank you! Give me the address.’
‘By the way… … Did you receive the Holy Sword well? no problem? phew… … .’
Except for slightly looking at me when talking about the holy sword.
As far as I remember, when Hilda came to pay my hospital visit and deliver the holy sword, Cyana received the sword instead… … What the hell happened then?
It was a little scary, but I didn’t want to know.
I received the holy sword safely, and even though the Eight Tree Shield was smashed, I didn’t listen to the nagging, so it worked.
‘Have a good vacation. In the meantime, I’ll make something great again.’
After Hilda, I finished all the errands at the academy.
All that was left was to go to the church, set up negotiations, and attack the magic tower to save Siana.
When the work is done, you can spend some leisurely time in the mansion.
What are you doing during this vacation? Since it’s winter, plowing the fields must be over, so should we focus on house maintenance or manor management?
Because of Cain, I have to be aware of the trends in the big city, but I’m worried.
Seeing that I feel better every time I think about this, I think I am a happy person living quietly in the countryside.
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“Are you really okay? Even I accompany… … .”
Annie looks at me and Sianna with a concerned look.
He seemed worried when he heard that the boy he had taken care of since he was little would come back after visiting the main church and the Mage Tower unaccompanied.
Not to mention the church, and the Mage Tower is not a very pleasant place for ordinary people to visit.
I am ‘Blackfire’. Annie’s worries were justified.
“it’s okay. If it’s a personal problem, don’t worry.”
Because next to me is the world’s most powerful witch.
I glanced at Siana. I saw it as a joke, but Shiana lowered her head and behaved like a criminal. sad boy. My favor is something she can’t understand.
“… … Okay. young master.”
Annie gave Cyanna a sidelong glance and answered. She was praised by Shiana for being cute and lovable, but when she heard that she was accompanying me, Annie’s expression changed and was quite bloody.
That’s all. When the company was over, he said that he would let him stay at the mansion during the vacation, so he managed to stop him from fainting.
Even so, the owner is me. Annie couldn’t disobey me.
“Miss Siana?”
“… … yes?”
“I take good care of you, Bocchan.”
Annie bowed respectfully.
“yes? yes… … .”
Of course, apart from her own skills, Shiana, who always gets scared, answered with a crawling voice.
Sianna and I got on the carriage Annie had provided for us.
“please. I wish you a peaceful trip.”
Viktor left for church the day after vacation. I packed everything in the dormitory in advance and left immediately at dawn.
The preparations for the nomination ceremony for the saintess are so busy.
Well, the busier I was, the better I was. The more people in the church get on the sh*t line, the better I will be in negotiations.
I was given a ‘Bars Card’, which was a kind of free pass to prove my identity in the cardinal’s name. It was more like an all-purpose card that could only be used in regions with churches.
Anyway, I left my luggage and Sianna’s luggage with Annie. It’s time to leave for church.
“See you at home. animated film.”
“Yes.”
* * *
The bobbing of the wagon alleviated the awkwardness of the road to the main church.
It was because it was different from seeing Sianna inside the academy and being alone in the carriage outside.
Even if it’s not, it’s a low pressure cyana. He couldn’t accept that I was trying to fight a witch because of him, and there was no way the guy who was overcome with guilt couldn’t make a fuss out of excitement.
Maybe, he’s still trying to figure out how to send me back.
Thanks to that, the journey to the church was quiet.
After passing the field, crossing the stream, and looking at the setting sun, the warp gate came out.
Bang! The coachman gives a signal. It means that you should know that you have passed through the warp gate. If you pass through it carelessly, it won’t feel very refreshing.
–!
The world turns upside down.
The secluded natural scenery was changed to the entrance to the big city.
The sacred city of Eatera.
It is a planned city with the Holy See located in the center of the city. The city itself, including monasteries, chapels, administrative buildings, and houses, was filled with structures solely to keep the Bridge of Light running.
The white and red buildings revealed their elegant appearance in line with the setting sun.
“Wow! Awesome! Nana! First time seeing something like this!”
It would be the first time that Shiana had been to a place other than Academy and Herace. It was also the famous Ea Terra, and it seemed that his mood slightly improved.
This majestic yet reverent atmosphere was so overwhelming that even Siana, who was downcast, clung to the window and opened her mouth.
For identification purposes, we got off the wagon. As it is the largest religious city in the kingdom, the security was also tight. Even passing through this place had to go through a strict examination.
“Did you pack all your things?”
“yes!”
If you have enough time, it is a beautiful place to stay for 4 nights and 5 days for sightseeing purposes, but in the first place it is not allowed to stay unless the purpose is worship and pilgrimage.
In addition, as time passed, the imprint that bound Siana spread greatly, so it was difficult to stay for a long time.
just 3 days.
It is the time given to us until the nomination ceremony for the saintess. After that, Shiana has to return to the Mage Tower to be safe.
“I will check your ID.”
I handed over my ID to the guard guarding the entrance to the city.
While the guard was casually checking his ID, he changed his expression and went to the head of the guard.
The two of them whispering something. His expression looked serious.
Me and Cyanna noticed something was wrong.
“Hey… … Aren.”
“Shh. I’ll take care of it.”
The captain of the guard approached me. I stopped in front of Siana and listened to his words.
“There is a problem with the identification process, so could you follow me for a moment?”
“… … I see.”
After taking us to the guard post, the guard chief asked us to wait a moment.
“Hey, Aren… … What did we do wrong?”
Cyana whispered in her ear as five guards were watching us. Since this was her first experience, Siana stamped her feet.
“It must be my problem, not ours.”
“Why Aren? What did Aren do wrong, what did those people say? Strange.”
black fire. It’s probably because it’s a name close to taboo in Aethera.
just as expected. Shortly thereafter, a heretic inquisitor appeared in a black robe with a chain on his shoulder.
“Seize the author!”
A comment popped out that did not deviate from my expectations in the slightest.
‘Ehh.’
I thought so.
I’m tired of this kind of reaction now. I should have shown you the ‘Bars Card’ from the beginning.
When I put my hand in my pocket to take out the card, the Heretic Questioner and the guards pressed me harder.
“Memorize the prayer of arrest!”
“Yes!”
“Listen to me.”
parts.
At that moment, lightning began to fly wildly.
The silver hair that suddenly appeared in front of me came to mind as if in a state of weightlessness. It was Siana.
she said in a cold voice.
“Who are you arresting?”
“yes… … ?”