181 – Rest (5)
‘I was watching you give a speech from afar. ‘I think it’s a pity that the truth wasn’t conveyed.’
The letter delivered through the guard was placed in a plain, plain envelope.
A letter made of low-quality paper and without even a seal.
However, not many people know that this letter was written by the king himself.
‘It’s surprisingly informal.’
Although there are certainly usages and introductions that must be made as the king.
It was filled with only selfish content.
From the first line, he expressed his regret about the speech given in the square.
A page was filled with phrases meant to comfort me.
A letter paper filled with three pages, front and back.
Among them, half of the content was full of gratitude and encouragement to me.
‘Did I like it that much?’
I could clearly see that he wanted to draw me to his side.
I don’t know the details, but they say the situation is chaotic even within the kingdom.
It seems that the king is also trying to embrace his power.
‘It’s okay if you don’t reply, but if you have something to say, pass it on to the guard at the mansion.’
“Haa…”
I sighed as I looked at the last phrase written.
They were thoroughly prepared, even including the guards.
Anyway, I guess I’ll have to send a reply. I’m sure he’ll be waiting.
“Kayla. “Burn the letter.”
“I understand.”
Kayla, who had been peeking at the letter next to her, carefully took her letter.
A spark erupted from her hand and burned it up without a trace.
“So, the story is that the King met Seohyun alone…?”
After hearing the story, Tyria made a puzzled expression.
It seems like she has no clue as she only lived in elf villages.
At least Kayla was lost in her thoughts with a serious expression.
“It seems like the King is trying to recruit us.”
“That’s for sure. “But Julia is the problem.”
Apparently, the king was wary of Julia.
She even told me not to reveal anything to her.
Considering the feelings that Yulia usually had for her king, it was natural for her to do so.
She did not hesitate to criticize the King for his incompetence and gave her harsh evaluation.
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“Isn’t Yulia definitely on the King’s side…?”
“Yulia is not very friendly to the king.”
As expected, Kayla was the first to understand as she was quick to notice.
As Yulia and I emerged as the most notable talents, the king recognized them as a new threat.
She decided to involve me and keep Yulia away.
‘It has become a difficult matter for me.’
Since I received help from both of them, I couldn’t just take one side.
This is a situation where we have to walk a tightrope on both sides.
“Kayla. What do you think about it.”
“I need your help, so I think it would be better to stay still for now.”
What would happen if Julia lived satisfied with her commission and the title of count.
The King also trusts her abilities, so if things continue like this, there won’t be any problems.
Of course, it remains to be seen whether things will go as expected.
“Still, I have to be careful. “The rumors about the King are also not good.”
“It could be a ploy to take advantage of us.”
While everyone was thinking with serious expressions.
Erina was alone, looking at me blankly.
Of course she didn’t seem to be in a good mood either.
Rather than thinking of a solution, she just made an unpleasant expression.
‘Is there really no difference?’
She is not joining as a colleague like Celica or Tyria, so maybe she has no intention of responding.
Or, since he was a completely different person from the king in the first episode, he could have been hasty in not making a move.
“This is the end of what I have to say for now. “Everyone, please be quiet in front of Julia.”
The meeting ended with first conveying the situation.
After that, Celica went back to her room to take care of her children.
Of course, Erina followed next to me.
Then Kayla stood up and put on her robe.
“Kayla? “Where is she going?”
“…Yes. “I’ll do some training and come back.”
Because I woke up late in the morning, I thought I would skip training today.
It looks like he is trying to continue his training somehow.
As Kayla was about to leave, Tyria suddenly stood up from her seat.
“Hey, Kayla.”
“Yes?”
“Is it okay if I go with you?”
Kayla looked at her with a puzzled expression at her sudden suggestion.
Kayla and Tyria were never alone together.
Even though we are an awkward couple who rarely even speak to each other.
Tyria approached Kayla first.
“I also want to train together.”
“It will be quite difficult, but will you be okay?” ?”
“Yes. “I’ll give it a try.”
Tyria glanced at me and then she walked up to Kayla’s side.
Kayla hesitated and nodded her head.
“Yes. “Then let’s go together.”
“Thank you. “Kayla.”
Finally, after receiving permission from me, the two people walked together in step.
I hoped that this would be an opportunity for us to become closer to each other.
And Erina stayed by my side as usual.
“Erina. “Don’t you practice?”
“I…”
In the past, I would have confidently said that there was no need for training.
Erina does not respond for a long time.
I guess I don’t want to talk, just as I’m about to go back to the room.
“It doesn’t mean anything…”
Erina answered in a very quiet voice.
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“Tyria. “Why did you follow me?”
Kayla thought she spoke in the softest voice possible.
I thought it was a mistake to see Tyria startled.
Did I ask too straightforward a question from the beginning?
Fortunately, Tyria also answered as if it was no big deal.
“I also felt the need to practice.”
“Is that so? “It’s a good mindset.”
A conversation that continues precariously, like walking a tightrope.
Kayla was trying not to create an awkward atmosphere.
Isn’t Tyria a companion who will continue to be with us in the future?
Even though it had been quite a while since she had known him, she was embarrassed to remain in the same relationship.
And there was also a time when Seohyun asked Kayla directly.
‘Get along well with Tyria.’
Didn’t she resolve to do anything if it was her master’s order?
If he couldn’t do something this easy, he wasn’t qualified to be a squire.
“It’s been three days since you came to the capital. Are you experiencing any inconveniences?”
The question was asked calmly, but in fact, Kayla was feeling anxious inside.
“Yes. “I honestly think she’s being treated undeservedly.”
A mansion that could not be seen in the elven village where Tyria lived.
Due to her status as a village chief, she was given an incomparably large room, even though she lived in the nicest house.
Also, since I didn’t have to do reconnaissance work every morning, I was able to sleep in late.
Thanks to Serica’s children, I didn’t have to cook my own meals.
And above all.
‘I’m glad I can be with Seohyun…’
It was worth it for her to say that she wanted to be with him, even if it meant going too far.
Of course, she couldn’t say that to Kayla.
“Still, my body felt comfortable, but my mind felt a little uncomfortable.”
Perhaps this is too much of a treat for her to receive.
Tyria felt like a burden in her heart.
“So, have you decided to train with me?”
“Ah, yes. That’s right.”
In fact, her shock over what happened last night was the biggest reason.
Tyria was somewhat vague and talked about it.
Then Kayla closed the gap between herself and Tyria with her satisfied smile.
While she was talking, the distance in her heart seemed to have gotten a little closer.
“Me too. “I always feel like I’m not enough to protect my lord.”
“Is that so? “I thought Kayla was strong enough.”
“Not at all. “Compared to Erina, I am…”
Kayla closed her mouth with a shy smile.
Her own rival. No, she felt like the distance had grown so much lately that she could no longer be considered a rival.
Contrary to his oath to protect his master, he could not do anything and just watched until he was injured.
“I need to become stronger.”
“…Same goes for me.”
Although Kayla didn’t know, Tyria felt the same way.
Because he lived his entire life performing duties as a scout leader in an elf village.
He thought he was better than anyone else when it came to detecting signs.
‘I didn’t notice the presence at all.’
Not only did I grab her from behind, I also grabbed her face.
I was even slapped in the face without even being able to resist.
“How strong is Erina? And how did he become strong?”
“I can’t judge it carelessly…”
The reason why Erina can become strong.
Although it was thanks to Seohyun staying up all night playing with the game console for a year.
Neither of them could understand.
Kyla, who knew the truth about Seohyun, knew the superficial reason.
There was no way I could understand computer games, so I couldn’t make guesses.
I just understood that Erina was able to become stronger thanks to Seohyun’s tremendous efforts.
That’s why Kayla couldn’t hide her jealousy from Erina.
‘No…’
Kayla regained her composure.
How long are you going to lament and be jealous?
I had to do my best to help her catch up with her.
While talking like that, she was able to arrive at Kayla’s training site.
“We have arrived. “It’s here.”
A waterfall a little far from the capital. There were almost no monsters around and it was quiet.
It was definitely a perfect place for training.
“Let’s start with running first.”
“Yes. “I will join you too.”
That’s how physical training began.
Within thirty minutes, Tyria began to gasp for breath, her complexion turning pale.
She didn’t know until then that her training was only just beginning.