After a short rest at the top of the lighthouse, Iris and I descended from the lighthouse.
　We met up with Remyll, who was waiting there.

"First of all, you've done well. You are indeed my trusted knight.
I only killed one of them this time. It was mostly thanks to you, Iris.
Well, I'm not ......

　Iris' cheeks stained with embarrassment as she listened to my words. Perhaps she is not accustomed to being praised.
　I'm not sure what to say.

"Miss Reinfell. It may be true that you saved me this time. But you must refrain from acting without regard for your own safety. But you're still a student. And you're also one of the candidates for the King.
I'm sorry about that .......

　I'm sorry about that." Remyll's words made Iris look as if she was going to argue with him, but she honestly apologized.
　It is true that Iris's actions were risky, but it was also true.
　My praise for her is based on my position as a teacher.
　It is necessary for some people to condemn Iris for her dangerous behavior. 　
　Remyll has taken that position, I suppose.
　I took care of the area around the lighthouse, and the other members of the Order were deployed elsewhere.
As long as there were at least two 《Swordsmen》 left, the composition would inevitably be unbalanced.
　Because aside from me, the only person who could handle it was Remyll.
　Iris showed a slightly depressed expression.
　I'm sure you'll be happy to hear that.

But I'm glad you're okay. ......
But I'm glad you're okay. ...... Well, thank you, thank you.

　Iris looks a little surprised.
　I'm not sure what to say, but I'm sure you'll understand.
　I'm sure you'll be pleased to know that I'm not the only one who's a fan of your work. ...... Iris's father, Garlo Rheinfell, was also Remyll's superior officer.
　I'm not sure what to make of that.

"Commander, where's Luino?
"He hasn't woken up yet. We're going to take him into custody and bring him to the capital for now. This mission is now complete.
......?　I believe there are still two swordsmen left.
Yeah, about that...
Iris?

　It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're doing.
　It's Aria.

Aria!

　I'm not sure what to do, but I'm going to do it.
　Iris loses her balance and almost falls, but seems to have already recovered her strength to hold on.
　He hugged Aria and gently stroked her head.

I'm sorry. I'm sorry I worried you.
"...... It's true. But I believe in Iris and the doctor.

　Aria nuzzled her face into Iris's chest and said, "I'll be there from the top of the lighthouse.
　I've been checking on them from the top of the lighthouse.
　Aria was doing her best to protect her classmate Miney Lotto.
　She should be thanked as well.

Where is Miss Lotto?
He's still resting at the inn. He's fine.
Well, that's a relief.
Iris is injured.
I'm fine. I'm a little - a lot tired.
I'll give you a massage when I get back.
Really?　Thank you.
Miss Reinfell, have the first-aid team take a look at your injuries. Aria, take care of Miss Reinfeld.
Okay. Iris, should we go?
Yeah, okay. Doctor, let me check on the situation later.
Yes, all right. Right now, you need to concentrate on your injuries.

　Accompanied by Aria, Iris went to the first aid station.
　Iris must have known that there were still two swordsmen left.
　He may have originally intended to listen to what they had to say here.
　Once again, he continued to talk with Remyll, who was still there.

What do you mean by "mission accomplished"?
"Yes. I just received a call from another order.
"...... Another order?
The Kuro Wolf Knights, or rather you, were originally assigned to this town with the information that there were swordsmen here as well as swordsmen targeting you. But as I said, the other knights were also working to deal with the swordsmen. The other two were killed earlier by another knight.


"Oh!　I see.

　I was a little surprised to hear that.
　It seems that there were only three swordsmen who came to this town.
　Therefore, when I defeated Riggles, the swordsmen were all wiped out. But...

Are you surprised?　Is it surprising that the other knights defeated the Swordsmen?

　Remyil said.
　I nod and answer.

"Yes. It is true that the ability of the five knight captains is enough to fight the swordsmen. But I think it would be difficult for ...... one person to defeat them alone.

　The same goes for Remyll.
　I'm not sure what to make of that. I know that eventually, the rest of the swordsmen will come after me.
　So I thought I would be the one to defeat them all. .......

I was surprised, to be honest. I was surprised to learn that the other knights had a level of skill that would allow them to defeat the swordsmen single-handedly.
"Alone? But to be honest, that would be a great help. My role is over now.
Ah. It's true that having the strength of the kingdom is a good thing,.......

　Remyll makes a thoughtful gesture.

Is there a problem?
"...... Yes. You don't pay much attention to the Order's affairs. Maybe it's time for an explanation. After all, Miss Reinfell is involved.
"Miss Iris?
Yes. As you may have guessed, the Order of the Kuro Wolf gives priority to the protection of Miss Reinfell. It's not because she's in our control zone. We're trying to protect her in the compartment that we control.

　Remyll says.
　The meaning of his words was something that I could understand to some extent now.
　After all, in the past, the guardians of the royal palace, known as the Guardian Knights, had been in charge of Zeir Tiroku.