Chapter 96

Monzruor remembered the distant past.

A long time ago, a dragon with a perfect body existed, and as a creature and strongman that reached the pinnacle, it dominated the Karonbelaz continent.

However, the demon god was annoying, and the humans slowly began to develop their power.

In the end, the dragons were annihilated by a human, and as a result, the 4 major disasters like himself were created.

– He died in vain because he looked down on humans. I can’t make the same mistake.

Monzruor realized that and carefully waited for that moment to come.

However, the Shadow Dragon approached the humans first, and within a short time, its existence was annihilated.

Because the plan was twisted, he was trying to eat the four major disasters at the latest.

– I am different. After I get stronger, I will kill all humans.

* * *

The residence of the Duke of Adelaira, Zion’s room.

Shion returned to the capital of Allain Kingdom with Hanette.

It was an earlier return, but they had to get permission from the king to distribute the treasure.

Coincidentally, Enrite also had to report on this subjugation, so he accompanied them and even made an appointment to meet again later.

She had to go back to her hometown soon and say hello, and if the king called her, she would have to run to the palace.

‘The house is nice. How did you hold on?’

Lying on the bed, Shion recalls the days spent in the periphery.

He usually slept on the ground, and he didn’t feel very comfortable even when he entered the inner sanctuary.

I couldn’t wash well and the food was not good, so I had to suffer from fatigue all the time.

Nevertheless, he steadfastly wandered the remote areas, and in the end was able to obtain results beyond expectations.

‘… It must be because of Harnette.’

Shion cautiously turned her head, conscious of Hanette in the next room.

I didn’t want to appear weak in front of Hanette.

That’s why, no matter how hard it was, I persevered somehow, and I tried to listen seriously to whatever Hannett had to say.

Hanette wouldn’t be upset if she acted as usual.

‘Can I deal with them without Hanet?’

The 3 Great Demon Kings and the 4 Great Disasters.

One of the four major disasters, the Shadow Dragon, was only able to be defeated after receiving help from Hanette.

Of course, Enrite also directly participated in the battle, but did not play a decisive role.

He only used the flame Hanette gave him to blow his sword.

‘Seran… I didn’t do anything.’

Saeran belonged to the stronger side among the younger knights.

However, compared to Hannett, I had no choice but to feel rather weak.

‘No matter how you look at this, Hanette is the main character… … .’

Hearing a knock on the door, Shion immediately stood up.

Harnette, dressed in a suit, was entering the room.

“It’s been a while since I saw that.”

“right? How do you feel compared to before?”

“Well… It looks like you’ve lost some fat in your cheeks.”

“yes? I don’t know.”

“You must have suffered a lot.”

“Why are you saying that when you’re going through the same hardships?”

“Me and my sister are different.”

“What is different?”

“uh… I can’t express what Let’s just put it like that.”

Hannette sighed and headed towards the table.

Shion got out of bed and sat directly across from her.

“You said you were going to your parents’ house?”

“I have to go. Will your sister go too?”

“Then should I send you alone?”

“I was wondering what to do if I don’t go.”

“Will you be nagging me if I don’t go?”

“Someone will say that you and your fiancé didn’t get along.”

“I’m sure my fiancé will be harassed for not being able to take care of me properly.”

“I will pay attention. Or you could try to bring up the wedding date.”

“… Oh, it seems like things will only get bigger for no reason?”

“It’s an arranged marriage, so I can’t return it. We need to see the end soon.”

“I might not be able to go to the outskirts.”

“That’s why my sister and I have to go together. It’s better if we’re friendly.”

“Aren’t we close enough?”

“uh… Maybe you want more?”

The two look at each other in silence for a moment.

More than that meant a lot.

Of course, each person’s thoughts are different, but I had no choice but to look a little further.

“Don’t get me wrong. That… It meant we had to show that we cared for each other.”

“Sigh… It’s more than that, so I thought you said that.”

“Are you having children?”

“Then what else is there?”

“after… Let’s just hold hands. okay?”

“Why are you holding my hand? You should cross your arms politely.”

“… is it?”

Shion belatedly nodded and agreed.

Holding hands was too explicit, and even just arms crossed would be enough to reveal the relationship.

In fact, if you were engaged or married, you could often see them arm in arm with each other.

“If we walk around arm in arm, it will look like we’ve gotten along. right?”

“I guess so.”

“Since you’ve been to the outskirts, you think you’ve gotten along better there, don’t you?”

“maybe… do?”

“I think we look good because we made the ball and brought the treasure, right?”

“Almost likely.”

“Now, what do you think we should do?”

“Can I walk around arm in arm with my sister?”

“I just need to attach my arms for a moment. Isn’t it difficult?”

Hannette smiles leisurely and shows her right arm.

Shion looked at him quietly and reluctantly raised his right arm.

“You should raise your left arm.”

“… Can’t we just move on?”

“Hmm… ok, i’ll move on Are you listening to me now?”

“I have never heard of you.”

“I only listened, but never followed.”

“He followed me well… … .”

“You talk a lot. it’s me or it’s not Okay?”

Shion was dumbfounded, but did not refute.

Seeing her full of self-confidence made me feel a little more at ease.

If Hannett could be satisfied with that, wouldn’t he have to step back?

‘You have to get it right. You’ll be stronger than me.’

He and Hannett were relying on the magic sword, but the result was inevitably different.

Because he had struggled to get acid lane, and Hannett had Brecht from the beginning.

No matter what he did, he wouldn’t be able to surpass that talent.

‘I’ll just trust Hanette and go. There’s nothing to be afraid of now.’

* * *

Royal Palace, Royal Banquet Hall.

Since today was the anniversary of the founding of the country, the royal family and nobles and other important figures gathered at the palace.

Previously, a memorial service was held at the Royal Cemetery to honor the former kings and those who devoted themselves to the kingdom of Alain.

After the memorial service, not only the royal palace but also the capital and each region celebrate this day and hold grand festivals.

Of course, even if they were royalty or nobles, those who were not recognized by the king could not enter the palace.

“… Sister, did you not know? How can I enter the palace as soon as I return?”

“How do I know? I am not interested.”

“If I had known it would be like this, I would have come back later.”

“Yeah. Oh, was it that you should have just stayed at the mansion?”

Hannette glanced around and answered quietly.

Various royal families including the king, nobles with enormous status in the kingdom of Alain, high-ranking paladins of the Holy Church of Kinesien, presidents of the Magic Society Headquarters, and some specially invited knights.

Even herself, the daughter of a ducal family, could not help but feel the pressure because people with considerable influence gathered together.

“I don’t know then, but now I won’t let you go. Did you hit the ball?”

“Did you bring the treasure too?”

“right. This is not something anyone can do.”

“I don’t think you would have to come if you made the excuse that you were sick.”

“Then what do I do?”

“I can’t go alone.”

“It would look even weirder. Sounds like you’ve had a bad relationship with your fiancé.”

“You can just say you can’t come because you’re sick.”

“At that time, the king will speak first. do you really want that?”

“… Better come.”

Hanette looks in the direction of the king and shows a disapproving expression.

When the king opens his mouth, not only himself and Shion, but also the two families become entangled.

Of course, Robbins and Fried would take this seriously, and there would be a lot of nagging.

“Is the white apostle also here?”

“I have no choice but to come. It’s the Cetinos quasar, right? He is also a cardinal.”

“Isn’t the silver phantom thief coming?”

“Can’t come. You must be busy with your mission.”

“What about the others?”

“The purple shrine is the same. The blue sage might have come.”

“Did the leader of the Knights of Silreys come?”

“maybe… would have come You fought with us.”

If it was the king, he would have called Seran to praise the achievement.

Maybe he was a little curious because the white apostle joined the knights.

Above all, because he defeated one of the four major disasters, he had no choice but to treat him appropriately.

“Wouldn’t it be better to stay still like this?”

“If no one recognizes you, you can pass quietly.”

“Do you know anyone?”

“Well… Marquis of Prandike? How is your sister?”

“I know that too? And who knows the crazy young lady?”

“You didn’t even call me a jerk anymore?”

“Of course it should. do you have the skills? Oh. I also made a ball.”

Harnette proudly replies, showing a satisfied smile.

After obtaining the title of mage, no one said the word “ruthless” in their mouths.

Returning from the periphery with vast treasures, the family was astonished.

Now, rumors spread in the capital, and nobles as well as commoners were creating another nickname.

“Will you call me the lady of the mage from now on? I think the nickname worked out pretty well.”

“… Don’t you usually remember by name?”

“Then it’s no fun. You should have a nickname.”

“Like the Cetinos quasar?”

“Well… That’s not bad either.”

Harnette casually listens and hides her true intentions.

I couldn’t tell Shion that I wanted to become a Setinos Quasar yet.

I wasn’t sure, because I was just thinking about it little by little.

“… Come to think of it, I haven’t met Barhen-nii.”

“It must be here somewhere.”

“It must be difficult coming out of the palace.”

“It looks like the king is eating a lot on your behalf.”

“me? Oh, that one?”

Shion laughs and remembers being invited to join the Royal Knights.

Hanette sighed and looked at the knights escorting the king.

“Yeah, that. How could he have thought of selling me?”

“I thought I would be able to get out of here because of my sister.”

“I risked my life, do you know?”

“It’s fair because I walked too… … .”

When Shion finds someone, she is instantly engulfed in silence.

Hannette belatedly followed that gaze and soon showed a stiff expression.

Barchen in a suit and a woman in a dress were approaching them.

‘Three princesses? I heard that you got engaged to Barhen-niisama… Isn’t it a bit early?’