Chapter 91

But even the main character couldn’t do it.

He could use the demonic sword of darkness because he had obtained two immunity, but when the demonic sword of light was added, he unconditionally rejected it.

In the end, the main character chose the one that was easier to handle, and the dark demonic sword was rarely used until the end.

‘The conditions are different.’

The protagonist has a choice, but he does not have a choice.

That’s why the main character turned away from the demonic sword of darkness, and tried to rely on the demonic sword himself.

Even though he used an expedient to hold the acid lane, considering the length of time he had been using it and his proficiency, it was inevitable that there would be a difference.

‘It must have been a chance for me too.’

It was a vague thought and speculation.

The beginning was shabby, I didn’t get along well with Harnette, and I spent a lot of time preparing to write Acid Lane.

After that, his position was built up, and he became more and more friendly with Hanette, and after arriving in the periphery, he was trying to form an alliance with the Silreys Knights.

Maybe it’s the possibility that you can take on an important role for yourself.

‘Because I also use a magic sword… … .’

“how? Do you think I’m right?”

“I don’t think it’s wrong, but you’ll have to help.”

“Why?”

“You can’t fight directly.”

“… ah.”

Hannette realizes the fact belatedly and swallows silence.

The white apostle and the silver phantom thief focused on assisting rather than directly fighting.

Each of them reached a considerable level in terms of sex and infiltration, but in terms of military power, they were inevitably inferior to other Setinos quasars.

“That doesn’t mean it’s wrong. There are certain things that can be done.”

“Is that why you need us?”

“maybe? With our skills, we can do something.”

“Well… Suddenly, I feel burdened.”

“There is nothing difficult to think about. We only need to move as written in the treaty. If not, it doesn’t matter if you run away first.”

“Aren’t you being too bold?”

“Isn’t that better than dying fighting?”

“No, but… Sigh… … .”

Contrary to her answer, Harnette was slightly relieved.

It meant that he would prioritize survival rather than risking his life to kill the Witchbeast.

He also believed that it was right to survive servilely rather than die in vain.

‘… He said everything is useless after death.’

Harnette recalls what Robbins said and shows a bitter look.

Even if you die with honor, only the living can remember it.

A dead person would not feel anything while being disconnected from this world.

‘I don’t want to lose Zion.’

Harnette looked at the Knights of Silage and reflected on her resolve.

It would be nice to become as strong as Shion, and if you can completely overcome it, there is nothing more you can wish for.

If that were the case, even if Shion were in danger, he would be able to save him.

‘I can do it too. You’ve already come this far.’

Harnette feels the magic inside her body and has hope.

It wasn’t long before he started formally learning magic, but he earned the title of mage before passing a year.

It was of some help to Shion, and the White Apostle and Silreys Knights acknowledged their existence.

With a little more effort, you could definitely achieve what you wanted.

‘When the time comes… I can marry Shion.’

* * *

Alein Kingdom’s outskirts, Aliard Castle.

Baltz led his tired body and settled down in a secluded place.

He went out early in the morning and fought with the beasts, and was able to return to the castle by the time the sun went down.

While taking a late break, he was reorganizing his subordinate knights, but he took some time to feel familiar.

“… You came back quickly.”

“I can’t be playing. Shouldn’t you be working diligently?”

Caden emerged from the shadowy space and answered calmly.

Balz opened his mouth again after confirming that there was no other sign while being wary of his surroundings.

“Can I win the heart of His Majesty the King just like that?”

“I don’t know that either.”

“Ha ha ha! Unrequited love must be very difficult.”

“It is not difficult. Even if you don’t get that heart… You won’t regret anything if you just put in the effort.”

“… Right.”

Baltz spares his words and respects his will.

Although it may seem foolish to himself, the silver phantom thief was doing his best to achieve what he wanted.

Most of all, that mindset stemmed from love, so it seemed like it was shining brightly while looking affectionate.

“What do you think Shion Reggiard would have said?”

“You must have declined my offer.”

“Oh, how did you know?”

“I could see you were trying to laugh at me.”

“Ha ha ha! Can you see that?”

“It’s obvious what you’re doing, isn’t it?”

Balz laughs leisurely and watches the evening sunset.

The silver phantom thief would play pranks from time to time, but not to the point of being offended.

Perhaps even the feeling of ridicule was moderately controlled.

“Now you can laugh at me too. I am just like you.”

“… Were you rejected too?”

“I heard it’s useless?”

“Well… Right. There’s no way the swordsman will see your skill well.”

“I guess so? Oh, it seemed like a lot to do.”

“There must be a lot to do. Shouldn’t we protect the fiancé next to us first?”

“I’m a mage, do I need to protect it?”

“That is not a reason. Aren’t you in love?”

Even if Hanette Adelaira had the title of Archmage, from Shion Regard’s point of view, she would be seen as her fiancé and someone to protect.

Could it be that Harnette Adelaide followed Shion Reggieard in a similar position?

“There is something really fun about it. There’s an order of knights going around with Shion Regard. What kind of knights do you think it will be?”

“There must be something special.”

“I’ve met you several times.”

“The Knights often meet. Not many of them catch my eye.”

“I can’t help but get into your eyes. You and I are familiar… … .”

“It’s white.”

Balz averted his gaze while answering numbly.

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Kaden smirks through the mask and shrugs.

“White said he would form an alliance with Shion Regard.”

“You must be special. How did that happen?”

“He said he needed someone to help him with his work.”

“Is that why you didn’t say anything?”

“I heard you can’t ask us for help because it’s not the king’s order?”

“… white answer. It’s naive, but very correct.”

Although Baltz did not have many encounters with the White Apostle, he trusted him as a colleague.

The apostle in white always followed the rules and tried to obey the king’s command.

Perhaps, among the Cettinos quasars, no one was as thorough and set forth firm standards as the White Apostle.

“What do you think? Should we help?”

“I should leave it alone. Doesn’t white want that too?”

“Still, there is such a thing as affection, so shouldn’t we at least pretend to help?”

“It’s not that White’s idea is wrong. Aren’t we following His Majesty the King? If it’s not the king’s order, it’s better not to step forward.”

“Hmm… Have you ever thought of helping?”

“I can help if you want. But I can’t leave because of that.”

“Hmm… … .”

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Kaden laughs as he thinks over what Enrithe said.

It’s strong, but you can’t help but be entangled.

They are bound together by the Cetinos quasar, and we couldn’t ask for more.

Enritte must have known this in advance and did not even ask for help.

‘I can’t help but do this.’

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Kaden originally intended to cooperate with Enrite in order to achieve his own goal.

However, after hearing Baltz’s opinion, it seemed that another will welled up in his heart.

‘It’s a little bit like ending it briefly… … .’

Until the Lihines Knights were recognized by the king, they had to continuously help.

The alliance had not yet been signed, but it had only been added as a condition for it.

In any case, he had cooperated with Enrite, and he should have been able to show condescension to Shion Regard.

‘Should I start with what I asked for?’

Enrite had asked him to find out the location of the Shadow Dragon.

I was curious about why it was the Shadow Dragon, but I didn’t ask.

There must be a reason for that, and he himself has been keeping an eye on the Shadow Dragon.

‘It’s not unusual.’

Even while returning to the castle, Kaden was regularly receiving reports.

The 3rd Demon Lord and the 4th Calamity were always in sight, and the movements of the other Demonic Beasts were constantly being monitored.

Not long ago, he even discovered traces of shadow magic, so he had to act quickly when the situation became urgent.

“… Something big might happen soon.”

“Are you talking about the shadow dragon?”

“Have you been contacted? A lot of witch beasts have invaded lately.”

“It must be because of the shadow dragon.”

“It might be good to be prepared. Don’t you know yet?”

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Kaden hides his presence and sinks into darkness.

Baltz takes the warning seriously and moves quickly.

‘I don’t know where or how. If they attack while you’re away for a while… … .’

* * *

The remote area of the Alain Kingdom, a temporary campsite.

Shion gave information about the Shadow Dragon to Enrite.

After much thought, Enrite believed Shion’s words and asked the silver phantom thief to prioritize monitoring the Shadow Dragon.

Right now, Shion and Enrite were devising a strategy to respond to the Shadow Dragon’s surprise attack.

“The shadow dragon will approach first to steal the demonic sword. The goal is to become the four of us.”

“If we stay by ourselves, other troops won’t be harmed.”

“Having other medical conditions does not help. It would be nice to bring the purple priestess, but I can’t call her here because of her mission.”

The purple shrine and the knights under his command were the symbol of the periphery and close to the archenemy of the beasts.

Only when they continue to play an active part does the morale of the soldiers rise, and the magic beasts cannot recklessly approach them.

If the purple shrine moved out of its designated location, the troops on the front line would be agitated first.

“I don’t know if four people can deal with it.”

“The Shadow Dragon has no choice but to avoid Cardinal Selena. Shadow magic has low killing power, so it won’t pose a threat.”

“But… Once captured, they are drawn into the realm of shadows. I know that once you go in, you can’t come out.”

“It has to be finished before that. If Cardinal Selenaine holds out, we can deal with the Shadow Dragon.”

A shadow dragon’s body is made up of shadows, so normal attacks cannot work.

Only those who use magic swords or those who have raised their magical powers to a considerable level can inflict damage.

The magic sword of light can neutralize the Shadow Dragon’s shadow to some extent, so if Enrite was alone, she would be able to survive somehow.

“I know that, but… … .”

Enrite felt the familiar magic power and raised herself.

Shion discovers the silver pieces and quickly recognizes their identity.

The silver pieces fly through the air and soon come to Enrite.

Enrite fixed the pieces with her right hand filled with magical energy.

Then, the silver pieces seemed to come together, but soon disappeared, creating someone’s voice.

– … The silver phantom thief delivers. The Shadow Dragon is approaching the Alain Kingdom. Its exact destination is unknown, and it is hiding in the shadows. It is a state of emergency, and the frontline troops are expected to prepare for an enemy invasion.