Leaving the hero academy I found Sasha standing by the side of the gate.

“Were you waiting for me Sasha?” (Arnos)

Upon hearing my voice she turns towards me with a smile but she appears to change her mind and starts glaring at me instead.

“I wasn’t waiting for you. You were so slow I wondered if something had happened and came back.” (Sasha)

“You were worried about me?” (Arnos)

“What are y…..” Sasha stopped and thought about what she was saying and started again “I was wondering if you’d killed them all before the academy exchange had even started.” (Sasha)

I laughed. Even I know that much.

“Even though we are told that this exchange is to learn each other’s magic methods its main goal is to foster friendship between Deiruheido and Azeshion which would be very difficult if you go rampaging like you do in Deruzogedo.” (Sasha)

“The other side doesn’t appear to know that.” (Arnos)

As if losing her momentum Sasha falls silent.

“……Certainly, given our histories together I wonder if we can become friends……” (Sasha)

When I start walking Sasha starts walking next to me.

“Well, like I said earlier its only false history that the hero Kanon defeated me that’s been passed on. It’s probably premature to think that all humans are hostile to the mazoku.” (Arnos)

“Why?” (Sasha)

“The uncontrollable and unimaginably powerful demon king brought peace to the world on a whim. The humans can’t forget their fear of the demon king with that story since if he reincarnates he might decide to destroy the world on a whim this time.” (Arnos)

Sasha nods.

“Even if he knew it was a lie did the hero decide to say that he did to reassure the people?” (Sasha)

“It would be the best thing to do. It’s a true fact that the demon king of tyranny did die after all. Besides, even if your enemy who committed all kinds of atrocities said he wanted peace few would believe it.” (Arnos)

That’s why the great war started 2000 years ago. Grudges on top of grudges swirling together before finally overflowing. I hated it.

“They strongly believe that legend that’s been passed down and since they believe themselves to be descendants of heroes as well it’s obvious they will have a strong opinion of the mazoku. It’s pretty adorable actually.” (Arnos)

“And who was the one who childishly hit that human who was trying to appear clever a while ago?” (Sasha)

Sasha stares at me.

“I was only playing with him. It was cute.” (Arnos)

“……….Ahh….I see. Giving people lifetime traumas is cute……” (Sasha)

He seemed fine about it. There’s no need to worry.

“Apart from saying that friendship is not the goal what else did you find out?” (Sasha)

“Nothing I can understand and the mysteries have increased.” (Arnos)

“Okay?” (Sasha)

2000 years ago the hero Kanon was killed by humans.

It was obviously after I had died and started my process of reincarnation so what exactly happened? Why would humans kill the hero who saved humanity by fighting the demon king of tyranny all his life?

Was he involved in a power struggle or was Avos Dillheavia involved?

At the moment the quickest way appears to be asking Eleonor what happened.

“Apparently that Laos guy was just pretending to be beaten by me.” (Arnos)

“…….Were they testing us or do we need to be wary?” (Sasha)

“It seems they wanted to test my strength so they openly picked a quarrel.” (Arnos)

“Hmph. How impertinent.” (Sasha)

Sasha’s eyes become sharp. Looks like she’s getting angry. It’s probably been building up since the trouble a little while ago.

I wonder if they will have another little play for me to act out the next time we meet in the exams?

“Nee Arnos.” (Sasha)

Sasha notices something and pulls on my sleeve.

“Over there.” (Sasha)

Following Sasha’s gaze, I see an androgynous white-haired man and a quirky looking brown-haired girl.

It’s Ray and Misa. They are both walking together down the road and seem to have a nice atmosphere around them

“Looks like they’ve finished giving advice to the fan union.” (Arnos)

“Wait.” (Sasha)

As I was about to call out Sasha grabbed my hand.

“What?” (Arnos)

“Errm……it would be bad to disturb them.” (Sasha)

“Why?” (Arnos)

“Well, we might not be disturbing them but I think we would be disturbing them.” (Sasha)

Fumu. What a roundabout comment.

“Errgh! What are your eyes for? Put simply Misa likes Ray.” (Sasha)

“Oh.” (Arnos)

When did this happen? How interesting.

“What about Ray?” (Arnos)

“……I can never tell what that guys thinking but he talks to Misa a lot. You’re a man. Don’t you talk about these things? Can’t you understand this through your male bond or something?” (Sasha)

“Unfortunately I’ve never had such a talk.” (Arnos)

“…….I see.” (Sasha)

Turning a corner Ray and Misa enter the main central street.

“Let’s follow them.” (Arnos)

“Haaa!? We can’t! That would be shameless.” (Sasha)

“You don’t have to come if you’re not interested.” (Arnos)

Following Ray, I enter the main central street.

It’s very crowded but with my demon eyes, I’ll never lose sight of them and listening really hard I could hear their conversation.

“Fufufu it’s great. There’s so many stalls around.” (Misa)

“Is there a festival going on as well?” (Ray)

Ray and Misa are smiling and laughing together as usual.

“If I remember correctly I think this is the birthday of the great hero Jerga. I’m sure that’s what it said on the guide we were given by the academy. They celebrate the day Jerga was born and it seems to go on for a whole month.” (Misa)

“Ohh.” (Ray)

Ray happily walks down the street watching the street performers and looking at the stands.

Suddenly they stop and look at a stall.

“Want to try it?” (Ray)

“Yeah. I’ll give it a go.” (Misa)

They both head over to a stall that looks like an archery stall. There’s wooden bows on the stand and it looks like there’s different prizes depending on what you hit.

Deiruheido and Azeshion have different currencies but our money was converted before we left.

After paying Misa picked up a bow.

I’d say the targets were about 8 meters away and you get three arrows.

Misa aimed at the targets and missed all three times.

“Ahahaha. No good at all.” (Misa)

Although she failed Misa looked like she was having fun.

“You having a go Ray?” (Misa)