When the discussion was over, Iris and Aria left the room.
　After a few moments of silence, Remyll opened his mouth.

...... No, I didn't think you'd ask me out on a date in this situation.
I told you it was a plan.

　I explained to you that it was a plan.
　Iris' eyes swam, and Aria made a protective gesture towards Iris. Of course, I don't intend to go on a date.
　If Iris and I were to act alone, the Swordsmen would surely make their move. It's simply a strategy to lure her out, but as expected, it's dangerous to let her act alone.
　That's why I'll always act with her.
　If you do that, she'll show herself.

Of course I agree with you working together. It's a simple matter of showing up, isn't it?
"Yes. They'll be wary of a trap, but even if it is a trap, they'll bite.
Lure them in and you'll take them out - a simple strategy, but very you.
It's not like I'm being judged on my tactics or anything. I'm purely strong as an individual. The Commander appreciates that, doesn't he?
I'm glad you can say that even in a situation like this. I had confidence in my skills too, but ...... this is the result.

　The result is this." He quickly shows his bandaged arm.
　Of course, this does not mean that Remyll is weak.
　This time, the opponent was bad - if the swordsmen gathered and worked together, they would be no match for a large army.
　It's the same for me.

"Commander, please stand tall like a commander. I'll avenge them.
I like that about you. How about a date with me when this is over?
Oh, no. You said it's hard with an age difference.
Of course you're joking. You're joking, of course. You're making it sound like I was really dumped.

　RemyL looks a little angry.
　In fact, in terms of mental age alone, I'm much older than RemyL.

I'm not sure what to make of this.
...... Oh, I've already done some research on that point. I'm sure you'll be able to find something that works for you. And it's not something you can mess around with.

　It's not that Remyll didn't do anything.
　While I was by Iris's side as an escort, I continued to investigate the source of Remyll's desire for Iris.
　The swordsmen were originally hired hands, and the quickest way to protect them would be to capture their clients.
　However, from Remyll's words, he had a vague idea of who he was dealing with.

"You don't mean...
"No way. It's the son of the current King William Tillooque, Zale Tillooque himself.

　It was not at all unlikely, but the surprise was still greater than the surprise.
　I'm not sure what to make of this.

　　　* * *

　When Iris returned to the dormitory, she was alone in her room.
　When he returned to the dormitory, Iris was alone in her room, separated from Aria and pondering alone.

(Date: ......, not strategy)

　It's not that I'm not a good person, but I'm not a good person.
　There's no way she could have asked me out on a date in a place like that. Iris immediately understood and listened to Arta's thoughts.
　If you deliberately show an opening, the Swordsmen will surely come--that's what I'm talking about.
　It is true that Iris and Arta are a girl and a boy in terms of appearance.
　No one would think that it was a girl who is known as the "Sword Saint Princess" and a boy who is an expert in swordsmanship.
　Of course, there was the question of what was the point if their faces were known.
　However, it was a strategy to show an opening.
　So, there was only one thing Iris had to do.
　She had to get serious about dating.

(...... I don't have any experience with that.)

　( I don't have any experience with that.) Although she couldn't say so at the time, Iris had no experience with such relationships. When you ask her to make an opening, she thinks the opposite.
　Iris is a serious girl to a fault.
　If you are going to have a date with a man or woman, even if it's just for a strategy, you have to make some kind of appearance. ...... Iris is serious enough to think like that.

(Talk to Aria about it: ......No, Aria is not familiar with such things: ......)

　I think it's fine to just go with it, I can see how that would be the answer.
　Take a deep breath and lie down on the bed.
　Looking out the window at the stars, Iris calmed down.

"What are you getting worked up about? I'm .......

　This is just a plan.
　She didn't need to worry about a date - all she needed to do was lure the swordsmen out. As long as she can accomplish that.

(Yes, because I'm going to be a better knight than ...... my father. I don't have time for romance, so it's natural that I don't know. That's fine.)

　I'm sure you'll be able to find something that will help you.


To be strong enough to be called the "Princess of the Sword Saints" and to be the strongest knight - to make that dream come true.
　That's why Iris is going to face the swordsmen.

　　　I'm not sure what to say.

　The royal palace is located in the Vassil district in the center of Vassil, the royal capital.
As the name implies, there is a group of knights called the "Guardian Knights" whose main duty is to protect the royal palace.
　Of course, their role is to protect the people who live around the palace from those who work there, and they are always on guard.
　Two men and a woman had come to such a place.

I told you not to come here if at all possible.

　Zeir Tiroku replied, brushing back his slightly long blond hair.
　Both the man and the woman were wearing masks and robes that looked suspicious, but the patterns on the masks were distinctive. Those who wore these masks were acting as Zale's guards to protect him.
　The knights also know this, which is why the two in robes can go in and out of the royal palace.
　--They are Adil and Fis of the Swordsmen.

"The next time we do this will be the last time, that's what I'm reporting. "The next time we attack will be the last, so report back.
"Of course, I'm counting on it. "Of course, I'm looking forward to it, though I would have preferred to see Iris kneel.

　I wish I could have seen Iris kneel.
　Zale, the son of the current king, has his sights set on Iris, the top contender for king. Some of you may suspect this, but even if you do, you can't do anything about it.
　Unless Adil or Fith are caught in this form, they will not make such a mistake.
　If Iris dies, the next person who will be supported will be this young man named Zeir.
　Even though he is the son of the king, he is currently favored more than Iris.
　Not only the people, but also William, Zeir's father, thinks so.
　From Adil's point of view, he has to say that William's idea is correct, regardless of the people.

You can come and see it if you want.
"No way. No, I wouldn't. I'm just waiting for you to be the first in line for the King after Iris dies. After that, I'll give you a fighting chance if you want. Wouldn't it be boring to be a man who just wants security like your father?　When you have this much power and wealth, you have to put it to good use.

　On the surface, Zale is a good-natured man, but his true nature is that of a madman who desires power and only wants to wield it. He's on the same side as Adil and Fith.
　If his father, King William, was a good man, it doesn't mean his son will be as good.
　It was a fatal blow to the kingdom that it was a part of the foundation of the kingdom.

But if it's possible to ...... bring him to me alive, I don't mind. Of course, as long as you don't get caught.
"We're not that flexible. We're in the business of killing.
Yes, we are. But why do you want us to bring him in alive?
It's simple. That woman - she humiliated me in the finals of a previous sword fighting tournament. ....... I want to bury her with my own hands, don't you think?

　Zale replied to Phis's question. It's just personal feelings and personal grudges - but it's precisely because he's this kind of man that he's likely to be able to create a bigger war when he becomes king.
　If that happens, Adil will be able to throw himself into the battlefield. The battlefield Adil wants.

If that's what you want, go ahead. But I don't recommend it. If they find out you're after Iris, it's over.
"Haha, you're right. So I guess I'll just stay here and be quiet. Don't let anyone know you're here.
I know.

　Adil left the place with Fis.
　On the way, Fiss suddenly spoke up.

I don't think he's fit to be king.
"I guess so. He's the kind of guy who likes to make up for a loss. He'll be ruined eventually. But you can use him until then. For now, we have to deal with the Princess and Alta Schweizer.
"Child knight. I don't think this country is in great need of strength ...... to even use children in battle.
Of course not. I'm not sure if you've seen this before, but I'm sure you have.

　Adil and Fiss have their sights set not only on Iris, but on Arta as well.
　The day of the battle was fast approaching.