Inside the silent magic workshop.
　 With the knight's sword thrust against him, Liuzas's face goes through pallor and becomes earthy-colored.

You're not going to be able to get a good deal more than that. You look like you're seeing a ghost.
Hey, are you really ...... sure you're an Amatsu?　It's ...... and you're not.
Did you kill him?

　Apparently he understood that I was Amatsu for uttering information that Amatsuki Iori couldn't possibly know.
　Her eyes widened and she started shouting at me with a trembling voice.

'Impossible!　I did indeed summon a hero!　How the f*ck did you end up here?　What are you looking at?　Why are you here: ......
Shut up.
Oh, God!

　Even if he stabbed the knight's sword filled with magic power, it would not be able to completely penetrate Liuzas' body.
　It seems that the robe this guy is wearing has a fairly advanced defensive magic given to it.

''Wait, Amatsu!　Please don't kill me!
"...... After killing me, aren't you being too self-indulgent with your words?

　Do you think I'm going to forgive you?
　You're not going to forgive me, are you?

That's not it!　I'm the one who was tricked by Dionysus and the others!

　Hearing that name, the knight's sword that I was lifting stopped moving.
　Tricked by Dionis and the others?

''Lucifina and the others told me that as long as I kill Amatsu, the honor of killing the Demon King will be given to me!
...... Hey, if you're still lying to me after all this time.
No!　Really!　Really, those guys offered that to me!

　With a desperate look on his face, Ryuzas explained.

　A few days before they rode into the Demon King's Castle.
　Let's get the timing right and kill Amatsu.
　He said that the two of them had proposed that to Ryuzas.

''And you're on board?''
'Oh, ah, ....... Keh, but it's not just me!　Some of the guys who were in support of the battle at the Demon King's Castle are also in on this story!

　A coalition of humans and subhumans to defeat the Demon King's army.　
　A few of the demon race, werewolf species (werewolves) and other species that participated in that plan were said to be aiding in the plan to kill me.

　The names of those people were blurted out by Liuzas.

''Oh ...... those guys?''

　I could remember his name as soon as I heard it.
　Because every one of them was a guy who had come up to me, who agreed with my ideals and was willing to help me.
　I still remember the smiles on their faces and the voices of those who offered to help me.

　They were the ones who took part in killing me in return for money and honor.

Kuku......

　We cooperate with the humans for the sake of peace.
　I can't help but laugh at my own ridiculousness for believing those guys who said that.
　I want to punch myself to death for being so happy to be recognized as a hero.

''--and then?
''Huh?''

　He quietly urges me to continue to Liuzas, who retreats as I start to laugh.

'Yeah, so we did what Lucifina had planned.

　The sub-people followed our party and stopped the humans who were trying to ride into the Demon King's Castle to help us, posing as demons.
　They create a situation where no one can come to my rescue.

''Ah, ...... is why the rear-end army couldn't get in.

　I agree with what Ryuzas said.
　It doesn't look like he's telling a lie from his expression or the events that have happened.

　And the rest is as I know it.

　At the same time I'm fighting the demon tribe, I slash off my right arm, which has the power of a brave man.
　It's enough to defeat the weakened demon king with just the magic of Liuzas.
　It's a good idea to get rid of the magic power consumed in the fight against the demon tribe and also dispose of me, which is no longer useful.

...... I see.

　I'm repulsed by the two people who set up such a plan, as well as by Liuzas and the sub-people who took advantage of it.

''So what the hell did you think you were fooled by?　
Dionis and Lucifina were spies for the Demon King's Army!
...... What?

　Those two are spies for the Demon King's Army?
　You'll be able to get a good idea of what you're looking for.
　But Liuzas' expression was desperate, and it didn't look like he was lying.

''After I killed you, Dionis caught me off guard.
　He said as long as you can kill Amatsu, you're no longer needed!
　I was betrayed by those guys too!

　Saying that, Ryuzas turned up the hem and showed me his arm.
　There is a deep wound carved there that looks like it was gouged out.
　It is a wound that was inflicted by Dionis.

　After killing me, it seems those two have given up on Liuzas.
　They also threw away their promises to other sub-humans.

So why are you still alive?
"Lucifina said, 'We need someone to tell the brave men they're defeated,' and she got Dionis to stop the attack. ......!

　On condition that he tell the humans of 'the defeat of Amatsu' and 'the betrayal of Lucifina and Dionis', Liuzas was missed.
　After escaping back to the kingdom, Ryuzas apparently reported that 'Lucifina and Dionis betrayed and killed Amatsu'.　

　It's inexplicably funny around the fact that he's accidentally removed himself.

'So, Lucifina and the others, and the sub-humans. Where are the guys who went along with this plan now?
Rufina and Dionis are in the Demon King's army. The demons have gone along with them. The werewolf species were cut off and are now in a hot spring city in the Allied world. ......!
Yeah, ......

　There is no guarantee that what Ryuzas is saying is true.

　But if it's true, it makes sense that the two names were missing from the book.
　A brave man was killed by his companions, etc., which is not very likely to be made public.
　It's not only that, it's also that the kingdom's chosen knights are among the traitors.

　It makes a lot of things make sense.

It's not my fault!　It's not my fault!　They cheated me!　I'm a victim too!

　Liuzas is screaming at his feet.

　If the story is true, then surely this guy and the sub-human were both deceived by those two.
　I'm sure you'll find that Lucifina and Dionis have been acting to deceive me, and I can only feel the desire to kill them.

　But.
　But still, it doesn't change the fact that Ryuzas betrayed me in any way.
　There's no way I can forgive him.

"Come with me, Amatsu!　I will kill those two people who betrayed us!　And you can have your revenge on the sub-human who betrayed you!　And now let's take down that bastard of a demon king!　I'm sure we can do it together!

　Liuzas reaches out his hand with a drawn up smile.
　In response to that, I...

Shut up.

　He swung his sword down with great force.
　The flesh protected by the robe was slightly slashed and fresh blood spurted out.

''Ah, ah, ......!　The blood is ...... amatuensis, what--
Did you think you'd be forgiven?

　Intimidate and crush Liuzas' rebuttal.
　Surely this guy was fooled.

　But.
　The fact that he betrayed me doesn't change.

　I had my back to this guy?
　I can't help but laugh at my own stupidity.

"...... liuzas. During the ritual, you will show me the seal on the treasure room and how to unlock it.

　Important places have been carefully sealed by sorcerers.
　The only way to break it is to either strike the magic that surpasses it or utter a predetermined phrase.

'Seal?　Why?
Just say it.

　As he thrust his sword at her, Liuzas mouthed the method of breaking the seal with a scream.
　From the expression on his face, it doesn't seem like he's telling a lie.
　That's all I need to get out of this guy.

　But one more thing.

Let me hear it at the end of .......

　It doesn't mean that listening will change anything.
　However, there was still one thing that I really wanted to hear.

'My goal was to end the ...... war and create a world where all species can coexist. I thought Lucifina and ...... you guys were fighting with that in mind. But the truth is, you guys scoffed at that kind of idea of mine ......?

　The three of you were the reason I could keep fighting.
　For the first time, I was able to find what I wanted to do with my own will, instead of being swept away.
　Was it all a mistake?

...... I knew it was an impossible dream. I knew it was an impossible dream, that even if I defeated the demon king, we couldn't coexist.

　Liuza said.

　Humans had no intention of coexisting with the demon race.
　Those who rebelled would be killed and those who surrendered would be enslaved.
　That was the future that awaited them after that battle.

''Oh, I see.''

　I've got my answer, too.

　What coexistence - that's ridiculous.
　In the end, I was just being swayed by the ideals my friends told me about.
　I couldn't even get along with my own people, so coexisting with a multitude of species was just not possible.

　Yeah, I'm very disappointed.
　I believed in you people, in myself.

The only question I want to ask you now is.
Yeah, that's right, Amatsu. I have something I have to show you.

　Interrupting the words, Liuzas pointed impatiently to a shelf at the back of the workshop.

'...... What is it?'
'Ruh, it's something to do with Lucifina and the others. It's faster to see it than to talk about it.
All right. Walk to the spot.

　With his sword held out, he paces Liuzas.
　He heads to a shelf lined with research materials.

"I didn't think you'd be alive, ....... How did you survive that?　And that body.
...... shut up and walk. I have nothing to teach you.

　I'd like to know what I'm talking about.
　I'm sure the reason I'm alive has something to do with the second summons the kingdom has made.
　That doesn't mean I have the slightest gratitude for the kingdom.

It's right here: ......

　Reaching the front of the shelf, Liuzas opened the door and stuck his hand inside.

Hey, Amatsu. Didn't I just tell you that there is no such thing as symbiosis?　
　I thought that for sure at the time, but not anymore. But that's not the case now.

　Liuzas uttered this as he rummaged around with his hands.

'Since then, I know that you were right. I always regretted killing you, too. I've always wanted to atone for my sins. ......!

　With my voice and shoulders shaking, I just listened in silence as Ryuzas spoke.

''Hey, Amatsu. You are going to leave the kingdom, right?　If so, let me help you. I can get you out of here safely!　Please, I want to help you!
...... Do you really think that's what you want to do?
Yes!　Really!
...... Yeah, right.

　They found what they wanted during their conversation.
　Liuzas put his hand back from shoving it on the shelf.

'Let me see.'
...... But first, there's one thing I need to say.

　Then he grabbed something, and Liuzas turned around.

"-You have always been too lenient!

　Her hands are clothed with magic power and she thrusts out towards me.
　It's not just a matter of time before you'll be able to get your hands on it.

"Baaaaaaaaaaaaaaa!

　The blade of the finger that is thrust out.
　I'm sure you'll be able to find out more about this.

　If it hits you.

What?

　The hand blade cuts through the air without hitting me.
　I was standing in a position to duck as a precaution against Liuza's attack.

Nothing has changed. You haven't changed at all.

　I knew you'd say something clever and then try to trick me.
　The only thing I knew was that he was going to say good things and hit me with a deception--.

　This guy was an excellent sorcerer, but he wasn't good at close combat.
　Maybe it's because he's old, or maybe it's because of the wounds caused by Dionis, but his movements are also slow.

　I can only duck this, even I can do it now.

''Hee.''

　His face twitched, and Liuzas let out a scream.
　He ducked the attack and tried to thrust his knight's sword out aiming at its neck - at that moment.

"Hey, look at this!

　Badly, Liuzas rolled up his own robe.
　You will find a crest that shines in red lilies engraved on the back of the robe.

It's a magic that blows up the entire surroundings as soon as I die!　
　If you kill me here, you'll die with me!

　How much magic has been built up?
　You can feel the amount of magical power from the red glowing emblem.
　I'm sure that if you kill Ryusas, the whole castle will really explode on a scale that will blow the whole place apart.

''Hihihihihi.''

　It's heartbreakingly funny, and Liuzas laughs.

"And it's not just you who will die. And it's not just you who will die, it's everyone in the castle who will die too!　I had nothing to do with your summoning of innocent people, including those who didn't do anything wrong!　And you're still going to kill me?

　In a complete change from his previous frightened expression, Liuzas is smirking and wearing a strong smile.
　I'm not sure if it's possible for a human being to become so ugly, but I'm impressed.

'You can't kill me, right?　You can't even kill the demon race that used to be your enemy, because you're a spoiled brat!

　I'm not going to be able to get to the bottom of it.
　I'm sure you'll be able to find a way to make it work.

"Try it, if you can kill me, huh!　Hey, ama--

　The kick that was delivered was plunged into Liuzas' face.
　You can feel the sensation of your nose being broken.

''Gooooooooooooo!

　The impact of the kick made Liuzas hit the ventilation window behind him.
　It's not a good idea to be able to get a good idea of what you're looking for.

''Giaaaaah!''

　A scream like a demise tailed off and eventually I couldn't hear it.
　This room is at a considerable height.
　If a human fell down, he would certainly not be able to save himself.

　But the explosion wouldn't happen.
　Even if he fell from this height, the bum would still be alive.

　Thirty years ago, that guy was one of the most powerful magicians in this world.
　He was quite decayed, but there was no way he was going to die like this.

''It's a disgusting trust.''

　I see, as long as those robes are there, they can't kill Ryuzas.
　And from the looks of it, even if you are forced to take them off, the trick is supposed to be triggered.

　And even if I were to fight him one-on-one, I wouldn't be able to beat him.
　I made it work this time, but I don't think the surprise attack will pass twice.

I guess I need to get my ...... powers back.

　If I regain my former strength, I can withstand the activation of those robes.
　Even if we fought him head-on, we could still kill him.

　Besides, I have to go see those two guys who used to be spies for the Demon King's Army.
　I also have to pay my respects to those sub-humans whose names I heard from Ryusas.

　We've decided what we're going to do.
　We will regain our power and take revenge on those people.
　I've already figured out how to regain my power.

　To that end, we must move on to our next move.
　There are still a few things we must do.
　And I have to thank the kingdom for summoning me selfishly.

'Oh, yes.'

　He smiles a small smile as he comes up with a leftover for the fallen Liuzas.
　I don't know if he'll hang, but it would be fun to try.

"--Just wait and see.

　He muttered and left the magic workshop.