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you, me, us, and (3)
The salt marsh was called ‘the wetland of nightmares and butterflies’.
-Palang-palang, pal-pallang…!
“Aww, it’s disgusting because there are so many.”
“yes. It’s a little shady. It’s also big…”
crumble! Kristel and I both pulled our heads out at the same time, making an impression.
As we hurriedly covered the front with pampas grass, a swarm of butterflies flew towards us and flew away.
It was a strange and eerie sight.
Even the pampas grass field adjacent to it was a habitat for various animals such as snakes, bugs, and cranes (I saw three when I came here!).
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Overall, it was lively, and Charlemagne and Doria walked comfortably.
But the Salt Swamp was different. I can’t explain it exactly, but it felt kind of static.
Does it seem like he has been alone for a long time? It was difficult to gauge the depth at first.
It didn’t smell like the sea or the water was blue.
The clear, glass-like water flowed down to the roots of the silver grass, and there was not even common moss in the gravel of the water.
Even though it was a clear day, there was a mist of water all over the wetland.
In the middle of the long waterway that stretched like a canal, there were a few grotesque old trees sitting down.
It looked like the shape of the hair that had been untied, and the backbone was chilling.
The fact that the butterflies were all purple was also creepy.
It was under the same blue sky, but only that place looked eerie.
It felt as if I had secretly opened an illustration that should not be opened.
-Porre…
A butterfly the size of Kristel’s fist sat on the edge of the pampas grass and moved its wings.
The shadow of a giant insect shone through the crevice of the dry stem.
I swallowed dry saliva and shook my head.
“for awhile······. Shall we sit down and plan for a while? Rather than approach it right away, it is better to observe and move for a while. As for the legend, there were reports from the Neutrals of the Holy See.”
After calmly expressing their opinions, the Crown Prince and Kristel nodded their heads.
After all, our mission was reconnaissance, not combat.
All I had to do was get some information and return safely by tomorrow night.
It was simple enough to let go of the two main powers and their fuse partners with ease.
So we built a base on the spot.
The blue pampas grass was carefully laid down to make a place to sit, and the crown prince placed gravel in the center and placed the torch.
His flame may not burn the firewood at the will of the master.
Because there is no smoke, the probability of being detected by the enemy is low.
I unloaded the saddle and load so both horses could rest.
Doria licked her chin and smiled for a moment. It’s an honor, Mademoiselle.
“Why is the atmosphere so cheap there, am I not the only one who thinks that way?”
“I felt the same way.”
Kristel asked, looking over the pampas grass, and whispered in agreement.
Prince Sedric did not say anything, but he seemed to be thinking the same thing.
Soon we sat in a circle and geared up.
– aaah
The wind blew once, and the tall grasshoppers bowed their backs again.
Dark blue shadows fluttered over the small hideout.
Kristel wrapped the whip tightly around his fist, and the Prince pulled out his sword and placed it within reach.
I was thinking about what to do, but I quickly pulled out growth.
When ether was blown into a stick the size of a bookmark, the staff elongated, emitting a dazzling light as usual.
-aaa
“·················ogue.”
“·················ogue.”
Two men and women stared at me. groan
“······· Am I alone?”
“No, it’s not like that…. I want to know when did you grow up like that? It’s not a pun.”
Gain added quickly.
Come to think of it, I never specifically explained how I got back to the two of them.
Because we reunited so frantically, it was difficult to enjoy the opportunity to exchange candid conversations.
I thought I’d just skip it, but I thought it was important to open up a conversation.
If the two of them showed reluctance, it would not be too late to keep their mouths shut.
It’s a precious opportunity, but I didn’t want to let it go like this. I carefully opened my mouth.
“When I came back here, I opened a door or something to cross the dimension… Then there was growth. This is no joke either. I had to scrape up all the ether around me. It was an environment where anyone could grow up.”
They smiled slightly, but their expressions were serious. He immediately bit his lips and asked.
Let’s continue with the explanation.
“… At the moment, the energy of the four gods was stagnating on the veranda of our house. Biryeom’s Ark, Hwaseong’s Wisdom, Trees’ Shrine, and Changhae’s Blessing. Remember? The day when all the gods unlocked their powers, and even I ran wild, and a hole in the sky of the Duchy of Blanquere was pierced. I think Kristel was unconscious…”
“Oh, I actually saw it before I passed out.”
“At that time, what I could see through the sky was our house.”
“Aha······.”
Ga-in gave a half-understood expression.
The prince’s complexion darkened as he remembered that day.
Well, it seems like he thought I betrayed me and left.
…and that was also true.
“There was a significant gap in the time flow between this place and my house, so even though I went back a year later, it was only one night there. So, the power of the gods that opened the sky at that time also remained on the veranda. I decided to use it. In addition, I poured all of my energy into it, and borrowed all the energy of perseverance that came with me. Crucially, growth amplifies the etheric sum, allowing him to cross dimensions. Then this guy took off his skin and turned into something like this.”
“·················ogue.”
“Now I can hear you.”
“·················ogue.”
Then both men and women frowned equally.
I know it’s a serious atmosphere, but it’s a bit cute, so I gently raised the corners of my lips.
And the silence fell again.
I rubbed my little growth and lowered my eyes.
“Is that all?”
“Yes?”
Ga-in asked abruptly. head shone brightly.
She was wearing a ponytail with her hair braided like a pretzel.
“To hear…. It’s not as difficult as I thought it would be. In the beginning, such a movement is very difficult, and I think I will have to risk my life. So, if you only have four sick things, can you come back to your house at any time?”
“Oh, I did jump off the veranda.”
◙!
“what?”
I quickly shut my mouth, but it was already too late. Kristel’s face turned pale.
By the time she got up, the prince realized that the flow was strange.
I shook my head and shook my head.
My heart is in a hurry, so my body speaks louder than my words. Hey, Jesse Jung! crazy man!
“Did you jump out of your apartment? Are you saying that you committed yourself to come here?”
“no! no. I never intended to die, and in that case, perseverance could have saved me.”
“Before, you said that perseverance borrowed all of your energy to unlock all dimensions.”
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Oops. I squeezed my head back and forth like a dishcloth. Come on out, a plausible excuse!
“It is, but now… I have a feeling that something will go well.”
Don’t be like this!
“He just jumped because it felt good. Yes. which floor.”
‘which floor. hurry.’ Ga-in pressed me with a low-pitched tone that I had never heard before.
The eyes approaching as he stepped on the pampas grass were cold.
The terrified group stood still and froze.
The prince, who had been silently listening, began to shoot me as if he was going to burn me to death.
In case someone was born and raised in the imperial palace, I’m very quick to notice!
“Just like that, huh. Not high. It’s just an ordinary apartment.”
“Usually a few floors. My sister’s neck hurts.”
“S……….”
“Third floor? not really. Those eyes are lying.”
“Twelfth floor….”
drop. Ga-in’s footsteps stopped. The prince’s eyes were rarely enlarged.
I looked at the two of them alternately, sweating profusely.
The growth he gripped with both hands suddenly became damp.
Charlemagne, who had been sitting still, was also standing up, and Doria was waving her mane in disbelief.
My saliva ran through my throat with tension.
how did this happen I didn’t mean to tell this story.
I don’t want to cause so much concern, so I’ve kept it a secret until now—
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Oh
“If you’re worried about it, it’s okay. Of course, you may be just surprised.”
“Did you know that you would be worried?”
Gain’s voice was trembling slightly. I widened my eyes.
“You said this was a novel. They said we were all fake.”
And he bit his lip hard. The savory taste spread through his tongue and throughout his body.
“Someone risks their lives to see the person in the novel again.”
There was water in her eyes. For a moment, I couldn’t remember how to breathe.
I made a mistake again. No one should have known this until the end.
“What would have happened if something went wrong?”
“·················ogue.”
“A certain head-to-head would do that in a house with all the family members. yes?”
“·················ogue.”
“If I knew you had to come that way, I wouldn’t have asked you to come. really. I didn’t pray. None of this is impressive.”
She shook her head vigorously and wiped her cheek with her sleeve.
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One side of my chest felt like it was being stabbed by a needle.
The hot lumps made there spread like dark clouds.
“It’s so stupid. We can’t help you, so what can you do? What if I get hurt when no one is by my side?”
“I did it because I didn’t like having no one by my side.”
I replied in a whisper.
My eardrums were dry, so I couldn’t tell what my voice was like.
I didn’t even know if the words were conveyed properly.
Christel was now looking at me with a blank face.
Large lily of the valley fell on the opposite wall.
I was upset because I couldn’t hand over the handkerchief right away. I moved my lips to my heart’s desire.
“I didn’t want to think it was fake.”
“·················ogue.”
“Now they are precious to not only Eunseo, but to me as well. No matter what anyone says, it’s real to me.”
“·················ogue.”
“But it was sad that no one was by my side. I don’t want to break up like that. I want to see you again, I want to make you safe.”
‘I wanted to apologize for cheating.’ I smiled bitterly and rubbed the corners of my eyes.
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Of course, all plans were ruined.
I couldn’t explain the situation politely or reveal the truth coherently.
I just threw a bomb and ran out of the barracks like I was running away.
The burden I was carrying was too heavy to rationalize myself because I was rushing into the corner.
It was a situation in which friends could suffocate on the ground.
He could have been seriously injured or never been able to go back to the way he used to be.
Even I knew it all.
So I was wrong. I shouldn’t have said it that way.
“sorry.”
The moment you bow your head and apologize again and again,
“Who are these guys!”
A faint shout was heard in the distance.
As soon as I opened my eyes in surprise, two shadows came over me. 👌👌👌👌
“Ugh!”
Fluffy Duck Deck Deck Duck Duck Duck Duck! In an instant, we became one body and rolled the pampas grass field.
The two had sesame bread, and I had the pure beef patty.
Whoa, whoa! Hot! A groan of monstrous groans poured out at random.
It didn’t hurt because of the thick pampas grass, but the pressure of the three of them was huge as the weight of the three of them was thrown around.
I was terrified of breaking something. He closed his eyes tightly and pressed his arms to his chest.
My body is going to explode like this!
-Puller Duck! Fluffy!
“み・・・・・・.”
“Aww, I’m going to die…”
In the dense pampas grass, the human wheel has finally stopped.
The three people’s breath warmed the narrow shade.
I slowly stretched out my hand, which was very nervous.
My heart was pounding because I was afraid that Kristel in front of me was hurt. I spoke as loudly as I could.
“Are you okay? Where are you hurt?”
“quietly.”
Whoa! It’s not Ga-in! I was stunned and pushed my face back as far as I could.
Silent screams circled the pampas grass field several times.
The man who snatched my wrist was shining orange eyes in the shade of his robe.
Somehow, my shoulders were too wide. It was strangely heavy!
“Pooh, huh. Marquis-sama…….”
In the meantime, Christel, lying on the floor, spit my hair out and moaned. Gosh!
“I’m sorry. Trying to avoid this!”
“this?”
“Ugh. Again, it is impossible to say. I’m mentally weak these days-“
“What are you guys doing! launch!”
Shake! This time the bell rang too close.
It was less than 100m away, and from the sound of water, it felt like someone was crossing the swamp.
We held our breaths as if we had promised, and flattened to the floor.
I locked the ether tightly.
At the same time, the red defense magic formula subtly illuminated the ground.
-Ji Ying…
The prince’s black hair ran down, I desperately turned my head to the right, and Ga-in laid her face to the left as her neck fell out.
There must have been a better way to evacuate than this, but I couldn’t get out right now.
It was a deep regret. I’d rather be on the floor!
– Awesome! Whoops, whoops, whoops, whoops!
“Ahhh!”
“Aww!”
ugh Even without looking at it, my body trembled at the clear scenery.
Break away! dump! Then there was the sound of people falling. I mustered up the courage and opened my eyes.
At least it wasn’t in my view.
However, from the other side, a snake wrapped around a mouse and killed it was clearly visible. It was terrible.
The flurry of a small beast, the fluttering tail, and the voices of strangers digging into their ears.
– Squeak! slap slap! Cheeky profit!
“Cuckoo! Please, save me… Please save me…”
“What, not the Imperial Army?”
“Yes. It looks like a friendly deserter.”
“Ts. Well, to the lord, that guy is that guy. Still, it will be useful.”
“Heh heh, my leg! On the legs…!”
“What should I do?”
‘Save them and transport them.’ At the command of the superior, the sound of the armor moving became busier.
Those who were hit by the arrows spit out horrendous groans and were dragged away.
The rat trapped inside the snake was also losing consciousness. Take it, take it. Profitable…
“Oh my gosh.”
I let out a sigh like a sigh. Again the sound of murky water was heard.
profit, profit. It was like the sound of a wooden boat moving.
thump thump. Rough footsteps followed, followed by the act of loading people like luggage.
After it was repeated a couple of times, the son-in-law became silent.
“·················ogue.”
“·················ogue.”
“·················ogue.”
Even after the rowing noise had completely disappeared, we lay there for a few minutes.
As the prince’s magic formula gradually disappeared, I looked everywhere with all my might.
Doria and Charles, who were sitting at the base, caught my eye.
Thank you so much for waiting patiently without crying or looking for us.
Then a breath of relief came out.
“What was it? Did you see who it was?”
The bottom sesame bread crystals whispered quickly.
Now that it wasn’t heavy, his voice was calm. I looked up at the top.
Under the black hood, the prince’s eyes, aiming for the swamp, were shining brightly.