Tong–

The sound of dripping water is heard.

Tong–

However, there was no place where the water could collect, let alone a place where the water droplets fell.

Tong–

All I hear is sound.

The sound that could not resonate on the parched earth deceives people.

Tong–

A place where countless humans and monsters got bizarrely intertwined due to [Yowang] Kang Chul’s spirit.

A space where numerous groups coexist with their own goals.

Tong–

A huge group that can be said to be the only one comparable to the Helios Empire.

Month Commonwealth.

And the path connecting each group’s territory in that strangely shaped country.

Samdocheon (三途川).

“You’re here.”

Contrary to its name, a man wearing a mask raised his head from the dry, dry land.

“Did you decide to stand on this side? Does your boss say you’re okay?”

“I was just bound by a contract with Thanatos-sama from the beginning. As long as his purpose has been accomplished, our contract is over.”

The one who answered the man’s question as he spoke into the void was the hand of [Myungwang], who appeared as if squeezing through space.

It was ‘Fied Dawn’.

She survived the battle against Arrieta and the ＜Shield of Light＞ and was able to escape.

“yes… … . You too are a wounded human being. no, more than that After being hurt, he would have died.”

“… … .”

Pyde did not answer. He just looked at the man as if he was hoping for an answer.

“Emotions are good. It makes you feel alive.”

“Hello, do you think so?”

At Faid’s questioning words, the man’s mask changed to a smile.

“Yes, if you don’t have emotions, it’s no different from being dead. The soul dies, not the body.”

“… … .”

Fide was silent.

He was betrayed by that feeling and eventually died.

I can’t agree with the man’s words.

However, the man’s words had not yet finished, so he waited without expressing himself.

“The problem isn’t with emotions, it’s with facial expressions. Paid.”

“… … expression?”

The man moved his fingers as if pulling up the corners of his mouth.

But the mask did not move.

It was a terrifyingly expressionless form, as if it were a different mask from the mask that had played the role of representing the man’s emotions until now.

“Yeah, just like you now. Will you be honest? Why didn’t you express my words? Why did you manage your facial expression? Were you faking your feelings?”

Madness in the man’s mask. No, it was a belief close to madness. His way of life was being revealed through that mask.

“It’s not the emotion that’s wrong, it’s the expression that tries to hide it.”

[Agent behind the scenes]

he doesn’t lie

Even if he evades an answer, he does not deceive people.

Because he is the spokesman for the inner heart.

“Are you hurt by the hidden emotions behind your smile?”

“… … .”

“You were devastated when the smiling person stabbed you in the back, right?”

“… … .”

“If you follow me, that won’t happen. Pied Dawn. I am the agent behind the scenes. He is the one who will erase deceit from the world and unite the surface and the underside.”

For all who have been hurt through lies. The mask is not meant to hide his expression, but to reveal his innermost heart.

“Come on, follow us. Now let’s show them a splendid appearance to those who have been hiding with lies and deceit! Let’s take a bold step and let them know!”

The man held out his hand.

“what… … Are you showing me?”

“Your inner feelings have appeared. I came to fill the world with splendid music and light steps!”

“… … .”

“Pied dawn, I swear. There will be no deceit in the world I will create. So take my hand.”

“… … .”

Faid looked down at the man’s hand. Surprisingly, the hand was rough.

It was the hand of a person who had accumulated effort.

“What should I call you now?”

“Now I am using the name Janus. I hate the old name.”

It means a person with two faces.

“And now I am also aiming to become a teacher on the other hand.”

At first glance, it seemed to contradict the man’s purpose, but the man was rather taking advantage of it.

contradiction and deceit.

That will be the greatest weapon of ＜Parade＞, and people will know about it through it.

how terrible they are

“I will follow you. Janus.”

Faid grabbed the hand.

It was the moment when the worst talent joined the worst group.

* * *

After joining Faid, Janus sat down again.

His purpose was not just to wait for the pide.

Faid cautiously asked, seeing Janus’ exhausted figure sitting down on the roadside without saving face compared to his aristocratic appearance.

“Are you hurt somewhere?”

“Well? uh… … . right.”

Faid questioned the appearance of Janus, who looked somewhat uncomfortable.

Pied specializes in gathering information.

That’s why I knew how strong the existence of Janus was.

That’s what I was already sure of at the point of not long after realizing his existence. He, who had no information, was suddenly caught in the information network.

It was shown on purpose. What really frightened him was his insight as if he was reading the future.

That’s why it was hard to believe that he was hurt like this.

“What, weren’t you looking at me? I thought you would know?”

“I couldn’t confirm it because I was looking elsewhere.”

“Oh yeah? Then there is nothing you can do Well, speaking of these wounds… … . It will be the price of arrogance.”

“Are you the price of arrogance…? … ?”

It was surprisingly easy to understand.

Because Faid knew that the more powerful people are, the more often they get caught in arrogance.

However, the man was clearly aware that it was his own arrogance.

Even if you know it, it is quite difficult to admit it.

“He was the one I thought would be of no use… … .”

“Well… … .”

Faid was silent. The mask, which could be said to be the face of a man, was blatantly displeased.

I could realize how humiliating it was for him to learn the lessons he learned from this incident.

“Well, let’s talk about this in detail later. By the way, Paid, what else did you say you cared about?”

“It is the successor of the King of Darkness.”

“Oh, is that him?”

The man shrugged his shoulders as if it was not a big deal, and the mask changed into an expression of disinterest.

“Weren’t you bothered about him?”

“I know everything about him. No matter how hard he tries, he is just dancing on my palm.”

“Then did you know about this?”

“Well?”

Faid used magic to recreate the appearance of Oz. It looked like it was facing Chrysos.

“Did you go to Chrysos? Well, I expected that to some extent… … .”

Janus spoke in a confident voice, then froze.

It was also within the assumption that Oz would be facing Chrysos.

But it was a little different.

A situation he could not have foreseen.

“Are there any problems?”

“… … Rather, isn’t it strange that you can’t find a problem in this situation? no, what is this… … .”

Oz in the image reproduced by Fade was showing a different appearance that was incomparable to usual.

Yes, it was a maid.

The moment Janus saw it, he complained of a headache.

It is impossible.

It was never before that Oz had gone beyond his expectations.

But that prediction was wrong.

“What the hell are you doing?”

In the worst way that I could have even imagined. What is a mistress?

“Are you crazy… … .”

Janus trembled in fear at Oz’s madness that he would not allow even the slightest expectation.

* * *

Shortly after breaking up with Justitia.

Me and Eleanor didn’t leak any other way and went straight to ＜Skientia＞. Thanks to that, I was able to arrive before the vacation period was over.

“The trip with the teacher was the worst.”

“… … .”

“What about the fact that your teacher is a popular person… … . I knew. It was the worst in many ways. Does Master think so too? That’s the worst. teacher.”

“… … I want you to pay attention to sentence structure, Eleanor. If others hear it, they may misunderstand it.”

When I say that, it sounds like I’m the worst.

“Master is the worst.”

“Oh yeah. I didn’t hear it wrong.”

“How many guests do you have every day?”

I’m talking about the assassins who have followed along on their journey.

Of course, I am still plagued by countless assassins.

Most of them are sorted out in advance by ＜Tenebris＞, but this time, he was in too much debt, so he told them not to worry about the goofy assassins.

And the result is this

“I’m royalty, but I don’t need an escort like a teacher!”

“Because unlike you, I can get a lot if I catch it.”

“But why do I have to suffer too! Did you skip it in the middle? you know everything You secretly handed over a few assassins to me!”

It was unavoidable.

Even if it’s a big deal, if there are more than 20 people, isn’t it too many for me to deal with alone?

I never thought I would be this popular.

Still, here, Eleanor needs to be relieved.

Eleanor and I are in the process of building a new relationship away from our fake relationship, so there’s nothing good about hating us.

“You have grown into a great avant-garde. I am happy with your growth.”

“Are you arguing now?”

Eleanor glares at me with cold eyes.

In the past, compliments like this would work, but annoyingly, I’ve grown to this point.

Can not help it. If carrots don’t work, you have to use a whip.

“Has the travel expenses so far been about 3 gold coins? How much do you think it will come out if you distribute it to each person?”

“… … Master, I love you.”

“Yes, if you know, you will do well in the future.”

Also, money is the best.

Even this wicked royal family can’t help it in the face of materialism.

He leads Eleanor, who has become more docile, and crosses the front gate of ＜Skientia＞. Finally, this unsettled life is over. The moment you realize that… … .

“Uh huh?! Master, are you okay?”

I sat down.

“No, I guess this was more numb than I thought.”

I guess I didn’t even know I was in a very difficult state.

It must mean that I was so nervous, and at the same time, it would mean that I came to regard ＜Skientia＞ as a safe place.

From the attack of [Pyeongwang] to the battle with Justitia, to the encounter with Delay.

If you think about it, you have faced major events that would not be strange even if you died at any time. Furthermore, didn’t he move while ignoring the aftereffects of the [those who challenge the divinity]?

It seems that it came all at once.

“hahahaha, but I didn’t know about this.”

I’ve never relaxed in ＜Skientia＞, so it’s really strange to think that it’s safe here. Have you lost your senses?

“Su, Master, are you in a lot of pain? Shall I help you? Let’s go to my room first.”

“It’s probably not your room, it’s the infirmary.”

I must have been very upset because I suddenly collapsed. Eleanor began to pace around me, looking restless.

“Noah, it would be better to lay him down right away here.”

That was the moment. It’s been a long time since I heard a stretched tone.

I lifted my head slightly to check, and I saw wavy white hair and charming purple eyes.

“white poplar?”

It’s been quite a while since I met this oddly kind guy.

“long time no see! white poplar.”

“There is still vacation time left, but you came back earlier than expected.”

Baek Yang began to toss Eleanor’s hair with an expression of disapproval.

I’ve felt it for a long time, but this guy really feels like Eleanor’s guardian.

To be honest, when it comes to adulthood, this guy is better than Justitia.

“Anyway, I’m glad you both returned safely. Are you really worried?”

“you? me?”

Do not lie. It can’t be.

If someone else doesn’t know, you?

“The response is humiliating, but correct. It wasn’t me who was worried about you, it was you over there.”

Baek Yang frowned and put me in a straight position while still staggering, then pointed to one side.

“Huh… … . Hiccup, hehehehe… … . Oooh~ I was worried… … .”

There was a drunk.

To be precise, a girl with double-headed hair who was staggering with her normally pale face dyed red was approaching this way.

[KP King]

Marie Cistus

I could never have thought that Marie, who is one of the top 5 first-year students of ＜Skientia＞, would end up like that.

Looking at Baek-yang, she also smelled strangely of alcohol.

Mari’s personality doesn’t seem like she’ll drink on its own, so it’s said that it was a masterpiece with Baekyang… … .

“I’ve been a little lonely, so I’ve had time to get to know each other.”

“Alcohol, okay… … . no, i hate it… … . what? I don’t know.”

“Does goblin never get drunk? Or is Marie simply incapable of drinking?”

“Whoops, it’s neither.”

Then we simply arrive at the conclusion that the white sheep is a monster.

“Rather than that, what the hell are you doing with the kid?”

“Aranyo? Haven’t you forgotten that this child is from the underworld? Including after birth and after death… … .”

“… … I’m still young, Baekyang. I want you to be careful with your words and actions.”

Before Yang could finish her words, Marie’s whites turned black and she declared in a cold voice.

It seems to be a sensitive issue.

“alcohol… … . Come to think of it, I’ve never drank. Why didn’t Baekyang offer me a drink?”

“… … Maybe it’s because it doesn’t fit in your mouth?”

“… … Noah, are we already good friends?”

Baekyang and I made excuses almost at the same time.

I honestly don’t have the confidence to handle it.

I don’t even want to imagine what would happen to this guy who is sober and has accidents when he gets drunk.

Eleanor is shrewd and strangely sloppy, and when she gets drunk, she seems to go around telling the neighborhood that she is the princess of Chrysos.

“… … is it?”

Noah began to tilt his head with a puzzled expression.

It seems to have passed somehow. Well, anyway, it’s Eleanor. And Eleanor means a simple guy who doesn’t think deeply.

“Oz uh… … . I was worried. Ugh, the head of the academy said he didn’t go to the Vatican… … . My father said he attacked with a huge force, eh!”

In the meantime, Marie, who stumbled over, is extremely annoying.

“Baekyang, don’t drink alcohol from this bastard.”

“Well… … . Well, since Noah is back, it shouldn’t matter.”

“Pea ae ae ae ae!”

It’s really incredibly annoying.

Seeing Marie hugging me as if I were a dead person as I lie down relaxed gives me a very strange feeling.

I am proud that she, who takes even death lightly, was so concerned about me, but I am afraid when she will vomit at me.

“Why did you lie?”

“… … .”

By the time Marie, who was crying out loud while holding me in her arms, had calmed down to the level of crying.

The words she said were more guilt-ridden than I thought.

I was thinking of telling a white lie, but I think I was thinking too lightly of when the lie turned out to be true.

“sorry.”

I must have been very anxious during that time.

For Thanatos, who has more fear than death, the lie I told must have been a prerequisite for it to come true.

“Don’t do that in the future… … .”

Marie fell asleep after saying that.

She may have been drunk from the beginning, but she must have been nervous in a different way, and the moment the tension was released, she collapsed and fell asleep. Just in case you have a problem… … .

“… … .”

The point is that I began to feel the presence of Eleanor, who was looking down with cold eyes, and Baek Yang, who was glancing at me with contempt.

… … damn it I started to get nervous in a different way.

Seriously, why are you guys harassing me one after another?