“Do you really think you can defeat the Demon King without the help of the Knights?”
Frillite, who came out of the commander’s barracks and immediately followed me to my side, asked. I replied after confirming that there were no articles around.
“Do you think the Knights Templar will be helpful in the future?”
“At least we can create an environment where we can focus on the Demon King. Isn’t that enough?”
“In return, a great number will be sacrificed. That’s not what you want.”
“…right.”
Prylite’s complexion darkened, perhaps even thinking of the knights who were killed in the fight against the undead legion. Seeing that she can’t shake it off even after some time has passed, it seems that the incident remains traumatic for her.
Frilite seemed to be in thought for a moment, then nodded her head.
“okay. As you said, it would be better to send the knights back. If that happens, the two of us will have to kill the demon lord and the demon lord, but… we can’t help it. It’s only natural to take that risk if you want to have it all.”
Her dark complexion brightened as if it had ever been. Maybe it was because he had lived a life full of trials, and he seemed a little excited about the difficult challenge.
That made me a little shaky.
Together with the Platinum Knights, I was going to send Frilite back to the Empire, but it would be difficult to speak out if it came out like this.
“cloud? Why is your face like that? Are you worried about letting the knights go?”
“What are you worried about? Nothing.”
“It wasn’t a face that was nothing, but…”
Frillite, who had tilted her head as if strangely, suddenly frowned.
“Are you thinking of sending me back after the Platinum Knights?”
did you notice this
Since I couldn’t take it out unless I was caught, I slowly nodded my head in affirmation.
“I am not going back.”
Frylite said firmly.
That’s why I was trying to persuade him slowly. Frilite’s stubbornness is hard to break. It’s dark in front of my eyes, but I’ll have to try anyway.
“Prillite, the Empire needs you now.”
“The Empire is not incompetent enough to cause problems without me. When the Platinum Knights return, Empress Mama will regain her authority and calm the chaos.”
“An empire is an empire, but the damage to your family is not too great. Because most of the great noble families suffered a lot of damage from the vampire incident. Your family will need you too.”
“Didn’t you say that your father is alive? then no problem As always, Father will take care of everything.”
The answer without hesitation contained a firm belief in the empress and father. As long as that belief is not broken, you cannot persuade her with the excuse of responsibility.
And, of course, that belief was never broken, so I had to find another excuse.
But before I could think of anything good, this time Frillite came in.
“cloud. I am a vassal of the Empire and a warrior before being the heir of the Ferdiak family. I have a duty to defeat the Demon King and bring peace to the continent. Neglecting that duty is tantamount to giving up your honor.”
Frylite said while holding my right hand.
“Please don’t trample on my honor as a fiancee.”
Frylite clasped her hand. The more I did it, the clearer the feeling of the ring on her ring finger pressing on my skin became clearer. I was about to say something because of the touch, but my mouth was shut tight.
“…okay.”
In the end, I had no choice but to say it.
“thank you for understanding.”
don’t smile
That’s a foul.
‘…okay. There is no need to forcefully return Frilite.’
With her skills, there would be no problem in surviving alone.
Once you have made a decision, you should act immediately.
“Flylite. Would you two go out for a while?”
“yes? let’s go Are you talking outside the military camp?”
“right.”
“uh…”
Frilite’s eyes fluttered and her lips parted slightly. That dazed expression soon disappeared, and when she came to her senses, she coughed in vain with her face dyed red for some reason.
“Yeah, that’s right. After all, you’re a man too… I can’t help it. We hadn’t seen each other for a long time. Well, but do I have to go outside? My tent is also large enough for two people, so wouldn’t it be better there than outside..?”
Frillite, who was embarrassed, lowered her gaze and spoke gibberish.
Is this really the woman who attacked me in the Imperial Palace?
I had such a stupid question.
“It’s for business other than that.”
“…do you mean you know what I was thinking?”
“I don’t know what you’re thinking, but for now, it’s not.”
“…”
Frilite’s expression returned to normal. It seemed a little prickly, but there was a glimmer of anticipation in his eyes.
Even that hope was soon shattered.
“cloud. What is this?”
Her eyes looking at Angelica and Haley are cold. If I hadn’t told you not to draw the sword, a catastrophe might have already occurred. In fact, even at this moment, her hand was slowly moving towards the sword.
Before she drew her sword, I quickly opened my mouth and explained.
“You are my slave!”
“slave..?”
“I have the ability to simply kill him… Oh, I signed a contract, but you don’t have to worry about it because it’s a one-sidedly advantageous slave contract. I have enough control.”
“…”
Frilite, who was staring at me, took a deep breath.
“Then you’ve always been like this. They do weird things that normal people can’t even imagine.”
“sorry.”
“done. I guess I’ll get used to it now. You said you can trust their control, so I will. But where the hell are these guys going to be of any use?”
“First of all, Angelica, this is your guide. I was born and raised in the Demon World, so I know the Demon World very well. Thanks to him, I was able to get here straight away without getting lost.”
“Hey, that’s pretty…”
Frilite, who was admiring how useful it was, suddenly hardened her expression as if she realized something. She said without looking back.
“cloud. Are these two of you the only ones who came together?”
“right? All the other children were left behind in the Imperial Palace.”
“Does that mean you’ve been hanging out with these two all along in the Demon Realm?”
“It’s a bit of a sticking-up… but it’s a bit harsh to say the least, isn’t it?”
“Hey…”
The exclamation she exhaled was for some reason cold.
It was then that I realized that something was wrong.
“By the way, you were thinking of sending me back. After I get back, you’ll be hanging out with these two, right?”
It seems it’s already late.
* * *
Several months have passed since the catastrophe caused by the vampires. It was quite a long time, but the damage was so great that even the Empire had not yet fully recovered the damage.
Of course, the empire was an empire, so thanks to their insatiable funds, the country did not collapse.
If the restoration work was as diligent as it is now, it would one day be able to fully restore it.
…if there were no thieves in the country.
“Look, Treasurer. I have a good idea, but would you like to hear it?”
“Is it a good idea?”
“I heard that a considerable budget has been allocated for the renovation of the Imperial Palace this time. So, by the way, there is the Viscount Espar under me, and the wood from that land is quite…”
“I’m sorry, Count. I’m going to be late for the meeting, so I’ll excuse you first.”
“Uh-huh, this person’s temperament is impatient. You haven’t listened to my proposal until the end.”
“If it is the timber of the Viscount Espar, it must have been processed wood from the Green Moss Forest. Since the wood from that forest is cheap, wasn’t it about using it as a material and sharing the rest of the budget? Sorry if not. These days, there are not one or two people who make such a proposal.”
“Wow, hey hey…! It’s hard to say for sure, but…”
“I’ll just go.”
“Hey, wait! Is this a good story for both of us? Isn’t Espar Viscount’s wood enough as a raw material to repair the Imperial Palace!”
The Treasurer stepped back, leaving behind the count’s slightly sullen cry. It was only after the Count’s voice faded away that he wrinkled his face.
“What is enough? Anyone who knows that Green Moss Forest trees are vulnerable to mana knows it.”
Of course, it is true that trees in the green moss forest are cheap and sturdy, just like the Count’s story. It would be good value for money But since when did the imperial palace begin to be built with cost-effectiveness?
The Imperial Palace should always be the best.
It’s not as good as not building an imperial palace that collapses in a magical bombardment.
‘Besides, if you see that, you might play a prank on the wood you supply.’
As he who prides himself on being the best financier on the continent, he could never tolerate opening his eyes and cutting his nose.
The treasurer, who had been grumbling, suddenly felt bitter.
‘If the imperial authority had been the same as before, this would not have happened.’
What kind of shit are we going to see again today?
The treasurer held his breath as he remembered the audience room where the ministers and nobles would gather.