221. Confusion
※ The 19th episode is a chapter composed so that it does not hinder the development of the story even if you do not read it. Minors, please refer to the use.
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I feel like an empty mayonnaise can.
I think it’s a bit of a strange metaphor, but that’s the only word that immediately comes to mind.
I don’t know how much time has passed in the stopped world, but it is certain that at least my mind and body are all soaked in exhaustion.
How many times have you felt that you were squeezed like this since you were born?
As I thought so, I looked at the gray demon floating above my head with a satisfied smile on my face.
“…Are you satisfied?”
[Yes.]
Time was still standing still, but this guy’s actions seemed to be overflowing with liveliness.
The feeling of the world’s happy atmosphere emanating from every gesture.
“…”
As always, he looks innocent.
To the point where it feels like a world away from the way I looked and roasted myself like an animal not too long ago.
[Ah.]
Suddenly, the guy spat out such a death sentence.
Suddenly, the body is getting blurry. It seems that the time effect that allowed him to escape from Elnor’s body and exist in the material world has run out.
‘…But, it’s been quite a while.’
When I first met this guy, it seems like we broke up after just a few words, but now it’s quite a long time to materialize in reality.
[Since the seal has evolved more than C¾ð, it’s like C¾ð.]
As if he had read my thoughts, the words came back as an answer.
[Now, ¡Á in earnest means ‘we’ can get involved with ¡Á,]
“…”
Come to think of it, obviously…
＜ Skill Info ＞
[ Seal of Fallen – Gae Kai ]
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[ Under your influence, the subjects now communicate more directly with the ‘vessels’! ]
[ As a result, special abilities are opened to all vessels! ]
I remember when I cleared Chapter 3, a window like this came flying.
Only listening to the explanation, it was written as if the bowls were just getting a little stronger, but seeing what he said, it feels like there are more hidden functions.
[So.]
As I looked up at those windows, a gray demon burst through them and flew close to me.
“…”
It’s an act that came out as if he knew that I was ‘seeing’ it.
Like intentionally trying to sabotage.
[Me too, I deliberately ¡Á the place where I received your affection.]
“…What do you mean, that?”
I speak as if it had some other purpose to what just frantically squeezed me out of my head.
Looking at her like that, she slightly frowned and asked a question.
[Soon, C¾ will start in earnest.]
Only another vague reply followed.
“What do you mean?”
[…]
The guy smiled instead of answering.
It’s the same as always, a smile full of affection.
The immediately following sentence gave off a completely different feeling from what I normally exude.
[You have to be strong to C¾. You.]
The guy who said that soon came closer to me and put his face on my chest.
It’s similar to the way El Nore buried her face while doing something to replenish the Dawood ingredient just a while ago.
This guy’s body language.
[This time.]
As if.
You can even feel the sadness, that kind of thing.
To the extent that I think that the sadness that I feel like I’ve been thinking about it countless times has melted away.
[Should I not die?]
The face of the guy who disappears with that sentence.
Undoubtedly.
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It was a face that looked like it was about to burst into tears.
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Armin Campbell blinked in embarrassment.
Of course, since I entered the Duchy of Tristan with Hermann, I have never been without panic.
As well as the people of the territory who welcomed him so warmly that it was strange, as well as the fact that he, who was only a viscount at best, was treated extremely warmly by attaching a servant directly from the duke’s family.
But.
Even taking all that into account, it was less than a face-to-face encounter he never thought we would ever see again.
“…Bogut?”
When he said that in a shocked voice, the man sitting across the table grinned in response.
“Armin.”
“…”
Armin looked at the other person who said that with a shocked face.
As soon as he entered the sister-in-law of the Duke of Tristan, when he was suddenly shown to the drawing room, he wanted something like this.
In such a majestic duchy, there was no human being who would dare to meet him.
However, if the other person was this guy, it would be understandable.
“It’s been a while. I can’t even remember how many years it has been.”
Marquis Bogart smiled as he said that.
It is a memorable expression.
I haven’t seen him in a very long time since his school days, but Armin never forgot this smile.
“…It’s been a while since I graduated from Elfante. I haven’t seen you since you inherited the title of Marquis.”
Armin still couldn’t get rid of the expression that he was embarrassed.
“Why, you haven’t been contacted for a while, and then you suddenly appeared. Do you know how hard I tried to see your face at least once?”
“…”
“…Of course, I was at best a fool to inherit the baronial title, and you were the young boy who decided to inherit the marquis family, the core of the Presbyterians’ Council. I knew since I was a student that class differences are certain. But.”
Armin said, looking straight into Bogart’s face.
Maybe.
It’s probably not just a whim that there’s a hint of resentment mixed into that voice.
“I thought we were friends. You and me.”
“…That still works, Armin.”
Bogut answered in a hard voice.
Everyone else who served him in the vicinity seemed puzzled.
Perhaps it’s the first time they’ve seen it, so it’s probably like they’re coming out.
The appearance of Marquis Bogart, who is always so serious from start to finish, without any exaggerated behavior close to that of a clown.
“So, I’m here to say hello.”
“…Greetings?”
“Yes.”
With those words, Marquis Bogut held out something to Armin.
A small necklace type locket. Inside the storage box is a photo.
“…”
Armin looked at it in silence.
Without a doubt, it was something that remained in his memory.
“This is Astrid’s last thing left to me.”
Bogart continued with such a calm voice.
“I want you to take care of it.”
“…”
Still, Armin picked it up without answering.
A photo of three men and women was placed inside. They smiled brightly at each other and stood shoulder to shoulder.
Armin, Bogut, and-
“…”
The moment I finally saw the face that came to my mind.
How should I express the emotion that appeared on Armin’s face?
Sorrow, remorse, regret, longing, joy, wail, lamentation.
Maybe a mix of all of those things.
“…This.”
Armin, who had been silent for a long time, brought out those words.
“Why are you giving it to me, Bogut?”
“I met your son.”
The Marquis Bogart didn’t give a straight answer, but continued to say those words expressionlessly.
“Looks like you. With Astrid. Especially the snow.”
“…”
“The Empire will soon change, Armin. No, the entire continent will soon change.”
Marquis Bogart said that and stood up.
“…What, is that sound?”
“It means a lot of things will happen. Mainly around your son.”
Armin’s expression hardened in an instant.
“Bogut.”
Through the cracked teeth, Armin’s trembling voice flowed.
“If you are plotting something with Daud-“
“Even if I don’t decorate, things will happen.”
To Armin who said that in a trembling voice, Bogut smiled as he said that.
“The world is made that way. It will start soon.”
“What the hell is that-“
“So, let’s do a favor.”
Instead of explaining something.
Bogut then reached out to Armin, who was still holding his locket, and tightened his grip on the fist.
“…Take care of your family, Armin. My friend.”
“…”
As if, never miss.
“That kid will definitely need that kind of help sooner or later.”
With those words.
The Marquis Bogart left the drawing room without a word.
All I can say is, it seems like that’s enough.
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[Hey, it’s morning! Wake up!]
Through my foggy mind, I hear those words.
Looking at the sunlight outside the window and the chirping of birds, it must be morning.
[What, you? Yesterday, while talking suddenly, he collapsed and fell asleep. The sun is in the middle of the sky, but I still can’t come to my senses.]
“…Did it look like that to you?”
[What?]
This side has been squeezed by the devil all night. I hope you don’t crave it too hard.
Rub the area around your eyes to shake off any remaining tiredness.
On the table near the bed was a water bottle that must have been prepared by an attendant.
As I drank that and somehow came to my senses, a letter suddenly caught my eye lying nearby.
[If you cough, come to my room. I have a place to go.]
“…”
I can feel the determination not to let it fall next to me even for a moment, since it entered its own territory.
It’s not even a small risk.
Because Leonid and Bella are like that, somehow they all don’t like me.
‘…Me too.’
Honestly, I had work last night, so I feel like it would be hard to be with Elnor with my face upright, so it’s a bit uncomfortable.
But what?
It is true that it is impossible.
‘…Well, just hanging out together for a while.’
Among all the things I’ve been through lately, isn’t this the most peaceful way to go?
I don’t think there’s anything big about it-
[Asshole.]
“…”
Why are you swearing at all?
As I frowned and glared at the Soul Linker, a heated sigh flowed from there.
[It’s because it’s so frustrating that I still can’t realize it, why. You sick bastard.]
“…What is it, again.”
[Don’t you still know that something bad happens the moment you open your mouth?]
I’m afraid to say such a thing.
I hear someone bang, bang, bang, on the door of my private room.
It’s not like he’s a servant at all, I can feel his extremely angry expression.
It’s most likely someone who already knows me.
“…”
[Did you see it?]
“…Yes.”
I had no choice but to nod and stood up from my seat.
I walked in front of it, and before I could touch it, the door was almost smashed open from the outside.
“…”
And in front of that.
There was Elijah, who had a hideous look all over his body.
“…”
Once again, I agree with Caliban’s words.
This guy, at first glance, doesn’t look like he’s talking peacefully hahahaha.
“…What are you doing here? Isn’t it when you’re busy?”
If you’ve been formally awarded the title of warrior, it’s time to be really busy. Let’s turn our attention to that.
I don’t know what you’re here for, but I hope you’ll somehow find a clue to persuade him.
“Teacher.”
“Hmm?”
But.
“Did you?”
The question almost pierced my lungs and flew straight into me.
I am speechless for a moment.
“… Huh?”
“Did you? Isn’t this the first time?”
“…”
Hey Elijah.
What the hell are you talking about?
Thought so, he looked down at Elijah.
“My senses are really good. It’s to the point where I can even acquire the ability of the eyes of truth.”
“…”
“You will know as soon as you see it. What the teacher did.”
And before I had time to answer, Elijah, who fired at me with those words, immediately continued her words with her eyes glistening ferociously.
“…Student President, where are you now?”
“…”
Caliban.
How far have you looked?
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So Marquis Bogart does still seem to have some lingering feelings towards Armin and his (presumed) dead wife, seems like they were really close back in the day. Motivations are still unclear but looks like he’s purposely taking on the role of the villain, and his words imply that even if he didn’t the world would select someone else in his stead or create some kind of event to keep the plot moving. Based on his words before it’s almost certainly related to MC’s mother.
WWWWWWWW you are really dead dauwd if the other women around you know what you did wwwwww.