The Sub-Protagonist Is Retiring chapter 243

243 – 233.Long live nature!-2

As a habit, my feet went before my words, but I didn’t regret it.

After all, even the druids were tainted by the mad world.

It’s not just that they don’t drive animals and plants, they are a dirty clan that bukkake their food.

“I am impressed. How long has it been since I’ve been hit by someone…….”

“Was it even Mazo?”

“Ah, don’t get me wrong. I didn’t enjoy the right act, I just felt that I missed the touch of others.”

“Is there anyone else in the forest?”

“Unfortunately, there are no humans in this forest except me, lady.”

“I heard there are clans of druids?”

“It used to be like that. But not now.”

Grandpa Druid sat down on the root of a tree sticking out of the ground, laughing bitterly.

I went crazy thinking that there must be a tragic story behind the pathetic appearance.

There was no change in the perception that he was a pervert, but I felt sorry for his kicking.

“What the hell happened to this forest?”

“…… It is not a good story to tell others.”

“I am personally curious. Excuse me, I won’t ask anymore.”

“Heh heh, my wit has aroused the curiosity of young people, so I have no choice but to let them know. It’s a simple story. Except for me, all the young druids who lived in this forest… ….”

As if he couldn’t say it easily, the old Druid’s mouth hardly came off.

Have there been any disasters so terrible that it is difficult to recall? Or a massacre by outside forces?

Either way it was expected that a miserable atmosphere would ensue.

“I abandoned nature and went to the city center.”

“Oh, I see.”

My clenched fists trembled.

I felt betrayed by the druid, who was setting the mood for something insignificant, but on the other hand, I changed my mind that it might be a big deal from his point of view.

Even in the modern age where I lived, there was a bar that pointed out that the phenomenon of young generations moving up to the capital was a problem.

He thought that the lineage of the druids would continue traditionally, but he seems to have decided that the city was better than the forest.

If I had to live my whole life in such a harsh forest, I would have wanted to escape.

“Since my next generation, all of them left without being able to accept the spirit of becoming one with nature. I have no intention of arguing about the children’s choice, but I couldn’t erase the feeling of disappointment.”

“So, are druids over with this generation?”

“If there is no successor, that would be it. But it’s no big deal. Even without druids, nature will go with the flow.”

“I do.”

If humans do not harm nature, nature will recover on its own and expand its roots even after disasters.

Besides the Druids, there are plenty of nature-loving races and people like the Elves.

It won’t change much even if he dies.

“So, why don’t you tell me what purpose you came to the lonely forest?”

“We are looking for a demonic sword somewhere in the eastern forest. However, since the eastern forest is vast, I was having trouble finding it, but I heard about the Druids and came to see if I could get help.”

“It’s a demonic sword, so if you ask the animals, you’ll be able to find it right away…. How are you looking for such a fancy thing?”

“I can’t tell you the details, but at least I have no intention of using it for evil.”

“…… It’s hard to believe right now, but the look in his eyes is so honest that it’s burdensome.”

“Then help me…… !”

“But what I help is individual.”

I liked it.

As expected, things didn’t go smoothly this time either.

“Let me ask you directly. No matter what happens, if we’re in a position where we can’t help, we’ll solve it on our own. If you would like to ask for something in return for helping us, please tell us your request now.”

“I like that the story is fast. Even if you don’t, something troubling has happened recently.”

“Is it because there is no successor?”

“That’s not it…… No, in a way, you might be right. If I hadn’t been senile, it could have been solved long ago.”

“What the hell is going on?”

“Inside this forest there is a lake where a sacred unicorn once lived. However, six months ago, a mysterious being suddenly appeared and ate the unicorn, taking the place of the lake.”

While Grandpa Druid was explaining the situation, I cut him off by raising his hand.

It was because I was curious and there was something I couldn’t get past.

“When you say unicorn, do you mean a divine beast that is also called a unicorn?”

“Yes.”

“Were you a baby that didn’t even grow up?”

“No. A unicorn that has been living in that lake for hundreds of years. In terms of the lifespan of Shinsu, it is safe to say that it is in its heyday.”

Shinsu, a sacred and miraculous being, had a power that no one could compare to, despite the small number of individuals.

A representative example is the dragon, which reigned in an honorable position as the strongest species because it had a dragon heart that could extract infinite magical power.

Of course, classes were divided among the divine beasts, and unicorns did not have the same level of power as dragons or Cpeterios, the strongest species.

Even so, unicorns also had abilities that could not be ignored.

I couldn’t believe the story that a unicorn in its prime, neither young nor old, was defeated and eaten.

“I can’t believe that a unicorn is defeated and turned into prey.”

“I couldn’t believe it either at first. But my ears heard the murmur of the unicorn, my eyes caught the image of a monster chewing on a pure white horse hide, and my nose smelled the thick scent of blood. The sense of that time is still vivid enough to this day.”

Druid Grandpa’s body was trembling like an aspen tree.

Aside from the gestures, the fear in his eyes appealed that the circumstances described were true.

There’s no need to doubt that it’s a lie even though you’re genuinely afraid.

“Anyway, the lake has become dirty because of that nefarious being, and the animals in the forest can’t get close to it. The area around the lake is starting to dry up, and countless lives are still dying.”

“So you’re saying you’d like me to kill or get rid of that nefarious being?”

“That’s it. If you do that, I will do my best to help you in your search for the demonic sword!”

To be honest, we were the overwhelming loser.

Fight against beings that kill even unicorns. Shouldn’t we bear the risk that arises in the process?

If you do something wrong, people could die in vain. The only reward you get after going through such hardships is help in the search for the demonic sword.

No matter how you look at it, it didn’t work out.

“Okay, I’ll take that offer.”

“Is that true!”

“Yes, it’s just a waste of time, so please start the search for the demonic sword right away. In the meantime, we’ll be fighting that nefarious being.”

“Ah, let me do that!”

However, sometimes you have to know how to get on top of a losing business.

More than anything else, my strength lies in strength.

I had no reason to refuse a fight with a strong enemy as I was aiming for a fight with a dragon.

If I gain experience by fighting strong enemies and then acquire the demonic sword, I will surely be able to become even stronger.

“Finally, could you tell me where the lake is?”

“If it’s for directions, this kid will do it.”

Grandpa Druid lifted his arm, and a scabbard flew in and landed on his arm.

The Scoop bird, which tilted his head while watching us, then blinked his eyes as he listened to the grandfather’s words.

“He said he would give directions. I’ll guide you slowly so you don’t get lost, so you’ll just have to follow this kid’s tail.”

“Okay. Then, the search operation, please take care of it.”

“Leave it to me.”

As we finished our first meeting with the druids, we immediately prepared for battle.

It’s ironic that he was ready to fight as soon as he reached the jungle, but it didn’t matter at all.

We fought over and over until we got tired of it anyway.

Now I knew how to use my fists better than the law.

“I know from hearing about him, but he is not an easy opponent. You must never be careless.”

“Don’t worry! I will fight while protecting my body so that Vern-sama doesn’t worry!”

“I have been working hard not to be a burden to you, and now I am much stronger than when I first met you. We understand that you are concerned about our bodies, but we want you to trust us now.”

“Okay.”

Lin and Renee were not weak enough that I always had to protect them.

The descendant of the strongest, and a swordsman with world-class swordsmanship.

They were also talented people who could never be ignored.

“Then let’s go.”

“”Yes!””

Following the guide of the Scoops, we headed into the forest.

We proceeded neither fast nor late, being careful of thick bushes and trees.

‘It’s getting closer.’

As we headed deeper into the depths, the surroundings became devastated.

It meant that we were getting closer to what the druids had said.

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The moment I stepped on the desolate land, holding on tight to the string of tension, I heard the subtle sound of water in the distance.

At the same time, the scabbard, who was in charge of the guide, turned his back and returned to where he came from.

It seems that they left early, instinctively feeling that if they approached the lake further, there would be problems with their safety.

‘Okay, now that I know exactly where the lake is, there’s no need for further guidance.’

As I let go of the scabbard, I fixed my gaze in the direction of the lake.

A gigantic presence perched on the lake.

As if telling me to quit, I spewed out my life in this direction, but I didn’t back down at all.

“Ha! It comes out like that, right?”

I confidently walked to the lake with footsteps sounding like if you’re going to kill me, kill me.

Today I will show you who will put an end to that arrogance.

As I arrived at the lakeside, I finally learned the identity of the mysterious being.

“I-that guy… !”

A tiger with a harmonious mixture of orange and black fur.

However, the face was savage like that of a male lion, but the mane was protruding, and on the back were large black wings like those of a crow.

As soon as I saw it, it reminded me of an animal in mythology, so Prach mentioned it before I could even mention it.

[It’s an archery. I would have been here.]

“It’s a beast like Chaos….”

I never expected to meet you in a place like this, but as soon as I saw it, the story of catching and eating a unicorn felt credible.

If it was the evil beast and evil beast created by the first demon king, even a unicorn wouldn’t have been able to defeat it.

At the same time, a smile caught my lips.

‘I can test my strength… !’

I risked my life the other day when I fought chaos in the mines.

However, what if I, who have become much stronger than I did back then, fight the Four Beasts?

I wanted to see the scene with my own eyes, so I took out the Frach without delay.

“Growl… !”

“Yes, let’s fight each other to death!”

“Kreung?!”

As soon as I showed an ecstatic smile, the archery that threatened me suddenly began to panic.

Aiming for that gap, I approached the bow and raised my sword.

At the same time, he fell backwards and showed me his stomach.

In addition to that, he was seen scratching his stomach with his feet. It was truly an attitude of submission.

Looking at him trembling, it seemed that he was genuinely afraid of me.

[Princess Charlotte, feared by the Druids, feared by the Contractor…….]

‘Why is the stream of consciousness the way it is?’

With Prach’s remarks added, the excitement went down.

I let out a sigh and put my sword back.

If I kill an opponent who has already lost the will to fight, my skills will not be measured.

“Kreung… !”

I wonder if he realized that I had given him mercy.

The guy slowly approached me with his head down and unzipped my pants……

I was about to bite, but I was stopped by Rin’s sword hanging around my neck.

“If you move even 1 millimeter, I will cut you right away.”

“Wow!”

With the addition of Chaos, who didn’t know when it appeared, the archery was stamped on the head with the dainty foot stamp of Chaos.

Okay or not, I was making a hypothesis.

[What are you talking about?]

‘If you see that the attitude of submission of the Four Beasts is the same, the first demon king might… ….’

[…] ….]

Prach and I spent a long time in silence without saying anything for a while.