Chapter 79

I didn’t even look into the reasons or emotions.

It was just an unconscious conclusion.

Nevertheless, he did not deny the idea, but rather seemed to accept it.

‘It may be because of my mood, but… … .’

I had never thought of Harnette as anything more than a friend.

Even when we first met, it was assumed that Hannett would run away, and he sharpened his blade and constantly fired.

However, they became close friends before they knew it, and in the end, they even accepted to marry each other.

‘Will I be able to live like now after I get married?’

Although bound by an engagement relationship with Harnette, she rarely felt uncomfortable.

There were times when we disagreed, but as we talked, we were able to convince them quickly.

However, since marriage was a promise and a bondage, they would change each other quite a bit.

‘Even if we don’t love each other… You shouldn’t hate it.’

It wasn’t a marriage that started out of love in the first place.

They could trust each other now, but in a moment they could become suspicious and hate each other.

That’s why I was afraid of marriage, and I tried to calm my distraught mind by delaying the date as much as possible.

‘What should I do… … .’

You can delay getting married, but you can’t break it off now.

Because I knew too many secrets about Harnette.

Above all, if he left Hannett behind, he felt that he would become insecure.

‘I have no choice but to work harder.’

Shion slowly withdrew his hand and grabbed the reins.

Hannette doesn’t even show the slightest movement for a while, and then comes to her senses.

‘uh… uh?’

Harnette was somehow caught up in a strange atmosphere.

While exchanging words, Shion suddenly reached out and touched her cheek.

It was covered with gloves, but I wondered if the touch was friendly and gentle.

‘… What have you done?’

It was a fleeting moment, and no one spoke.

They just stared at each other silently.

What on earth did Zion want to do?

‘What did you put on my face? Why aren’t you talking?’

Hannette carelessly touches her face and notices.

Shion looked ahead and remained silent.

I couldn’t tell what he was thinking, and it seemed that even his emotions had dried up.

“Hey, what are you doing?”

“… what?”

“Why… Why did you touch my face?”

“Oh, I’m sorry. I didn’t mean to offend you.”

“It’s not that I feel bad. I’m just asking out of curiosity.”

“that’s… I do not know either. There seems to be no reason.”

Hannette tried to ask more, but reluctantly gave up.

Although it was only for a moment, I could not forget those eyes and expressions.

I wonder if I was inadvertently immersed in it because the sorrowful eyes and the face filled with hesitation crossed each other.

‘What do you think of me… … .’

Hannette lowered her eyes in thought.

At first, she would have treated her as a foolish young lady, but now she was treating her as her fiancé and companion.

He secretly took care of himself, and also told me not to leave.

For what reason and purpose did he accept marriage with himself?

‘Is there anything you want from me?’

However, the question itself did not materialize for Shion.

Even if it was the son of a marquis, it was not a lack of money or personal connections.

He already had the proper skills, and many nobles were showing interest in Shion.

There was no reason why he should be tied to the duchy.

‘But you kept me. I always tried to stay by my side.’

Zion didn’t ask for anything from herself.

Rather, he only received and did not give anything to Zion.

I wanted to give back more than I received, but even that would feel meaningless to Shion.

‘me… Am I looking at you as a woman?’

Harnette carefully turns her head and looks at Shion.

I don’t take my eyes off it for a while, but then burst into laughter.

“Ahahahahaha! It can’t be.”

“What are you doing again?”

“It’s just funny. You are really strange.”

“You should explain what’s strange.”

“Can you explain it to me? That’s why you’re a kid.”

“Ugh… If you’re older, you said you’re old, right? What if my sister and I are the same age?”

“Well… ugly?”

“Nothing changes. Will you still call me that after we get married?”

“Should I see what you do?”

“Whatever you do, they’ll say it’s weird. It’s obvious if you don’t look.”

“That’s weird, right? Why should only you do well?”

“How many times do I have to tell you? Am I not good at anything?”

“If I hadn’t been proud of myself, would I have come here? Even if I have the title of mage, I can’t get permission without you.”

Harnette answered lightly and put strength into her hands.

For Zion, he was just a lump of burden.

Of course, it helps sometimes, but that doesn’t mean that your level has risen.

‘It should be on the same level… Won’t you look after me?’

* * *

Nakmor Castle, the outskirts of the Alain Kingdom.

Nakmor Castle, like Teroden Castle, was rarely attacked by demons.

It was just used to build a defensive line and reduce blind spots.

However, as the importance was low, there were few troops stationed there, and as the salary decreased, the number of night shifts increased, so not many soldiers willing to come.

“Are you going to stay here tonight?”

“If there is nothing special, I will be here until lunch tomorrow.”

“Hoo… Do you have quite a bit of time left?”

“You will have to give up drinking. If you sell alcohol in a place like this, you will get caught quickly.”

“Did you know that and brought it in advance?”

“I still haven’t come to my senses. You guys should stop drinking… … .”

When two knights tried to fight, Saeran habitually blocked them.

Enrite didn’t even look at the two, as if she was already used to it.

‘The skills aren’t bad, but… I don’t have too much personality.’

Enrite wandered around the remote area with Seran and other knights.

The place and time of the battle were always irregular, and various monsters flocked to the front line.

However, no one has died so far, and even if they are injured, they can quickly heal if they step forward.

‘The number of people has increased, and the knights have become quite famous. It’s a lot better than a few months ago.’

Enrite had never revealed his identity since joining the Silage Knights.

As a member of the Knights, he simply followed Seran’s instructions.

In other words, the Sillays Knights had earned a reputation by gathering allies by Saeran alone.

‘I was caught by purple and silver, but… … .’

Even if they hid their appearance and magic, they couldn’t avoid those two.

It was on a high level, and it was also the same Cetinos quasar.

Of course, since they were in a mutually cooperative relationship, they wouldn’t have bothered themselves.

‘Now I’ll have to meet Shion Regard… … .’

News of Shion Regard spread widely through the word of mouth of the soldiers.

Shion Regiard is currently staying at Teroden Castle, and it is said that he has already fought a battle with the Witchbeast.

In addition, he and his fiancé quickly killed the monsters, and the lords of the castle were amazed at the fact that there were no casualties.

‘Has it become stronger than then? I have a fiancé… … .’

Enrite instinctively saw through the sensation and turned her back.

I could feel the energy of the magic sword beyond the castle gate.

But it was grotesque and ominous, and it seemed to well up with miserable malice.

‘Exceed Rain!’

Enrite opened her eyes wide and gazed at the castle gate.

The dark demonic sword, Exceed Rain, was approaching Nakmor Castle.

Although there were troops in the castle, they wouldn’t be able to fight against the acid rain.

“Seran! We must run away!”

“Yes? Why are you like that?”

Saeran quickly approached, leaving the knights behind.

If Setinos Quasar had told them to run away, there must have been a reason for that.

Normally, he kept his position aloof no matter what monster he fought, but today, for the first time, he showed a look of bewilderment.

“You can’t beat him with your knights! Run quickly!”

“You have to explain… … .”

“Is it too late?”

Enrite is extremely nervous and prepares to pour out all her strength.

If the acid rain had come close, there was no choice but to take some damage.

Depending on the situation, he had to block the acid rain by converting his body into a demonic sword.

‘… Why are you so quiet?’

Enrite feels a sense of difference and repeats the question.

If he held the acid rain, he would surely rush towards the castle while spreading his magic power.

However, there were no signs of anything special, and the soldiers just kept their positions calmly.

‘It’s getting closer.’

Finally, the soldiers on the top of the wall began to move.

It checks whether the target outside the castle is an enemy, and when its identity is confirmed, it is brought into the castle.

Humans with acid rain would definitely be treated as enemies, and the soldiers would respond immediately.

‘why… … .’

Contrary to expectations, the gates were open.

Beyond that, knights on horseback appear one by one.

Enrite immediately found a knight with an acid lane, but he couldn’t bear to move.

“Shion Regard… … .”

“Ah, that person… … .”

Enrite only looks at a young man with a bewildered face.

Did he ever know that a human with a destiny would come to hold the acid rain?

Moreover, he did not lose his body to Acid Rain, and he was perfectly handling it while hiding even its form.

‘Am I not attacking?’

Shion watched Enrite and pulled the reins.

The energy of El Thesoicb was being felt in Enrite.

Of course, I was aware of the sensation in advance, but there was nothing I could do, so I just entered the castle quietly.

‘I can explain.’

Enrite hadn’t released her mana yet.

It meant that he would not fight with himself, and it should have been seen that there was room for dialogue.

Of course, after the conversation, I didn’t know how Enrite would react.

‘It would be nice to meet separately. I have to put an end to it tonight.’

* * *

Nakmor Castle, Inner Corridor.

The lord of Nakmor Castle brought Zion and Hanet into the castle and served them as honored guests.

In addition, while staying in Nakmor Castle, they decided to give them moderately edible food and a room with a bed.

Originally, she would have to gain experience by adapting to the right food and sleeping place for the environment, but Shion couldn’t bear to refuse the favor, even because of Harnet.

‘I have to go quickly.’

Before entering the inner sanctuary, Shion exchanged glances with Enrite and conveyed her thoughts.

Enrite also nodded quietly as if she understood, and disappeared with Seran.

If he tried to delay the meeting or deliberately avoid the meeting, Enrite would treat him as an enemy.

“Sister, how about thinking again? Even if I sleep with the knights… … .”

“Didn’t that talk end earlier? For what?”

“Whoa… We got engaged, didn’t we get married? That… Be polite to each other… … .”

“Do you want to come all the way here and be formal? And for us, there is no difference between an engagement and a wedding.”

Harnette answered curtly and stopped in front of the room.

If it had been before I made my decision, I would have followed Shion’s words, but there was no reason to do so now.

Because he believed in Zion, and even accepted marriage as a companion.

“That’s right, but you get misunderstood. If you come to the outskirts and do this… … .”

“What if? What’s wrong?”

“uh… If you look closely, there is nothing wrong… … .”

“Are you so ashamed to sleep in the same room as me? Are you… Are you thinking strangely?”