We had decided to divide up the members for the warding attack, and I was on my way to the scene with Cashel and some knights.
　Iris and Aria were on the side of Fencor, that is, under the jurisdiction of the Kuro Wolf Knights. The members of the Kuro Wolf Knights who were at the scene were also selected to accompany them.
　On the other hand, since I have Cashel with me, the knights I have with me are from the Order of the Holy Armor.
　You may have only heard of me through rumors.
　But in terms of rank, I'm the most senior - my platoon is made up of Haylon's orders and Cashel's presence.
　The only things coming from the sky were flying demons.
　But the evacuation of the people had already begun under the orders of Haylon.
　...... Still, there's no safe place to go when you can't get out of the wards.

I'll drop a few here. I'm going to drop a few here, and I'm going to need each of you to keep moving forward with a raid.

　That's all I said, and I walked up to a nearby building and ran straight up.

"Oh, ......?
The wall!

　It's a great way to make sure you're getting the most out of your time with your family.
　The flying demons also noticed me and some of them approached me.
　I unleash "Invisible".
　It can cover a small distance and catch flying demons.
　The target is not the wings, but the ...... neck. It will chop off the heads of demons in the form of birds, bats, etc., one after another. --The demons themselves don't seem to be very strong.
　It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're doing.
　The problem will be the mages that will probably be waiting for them ...... down the road. It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for.

I see. ...... So this is what Alta Schweiz is capable of?

　The one who called out to me was Cashel.
　I've seen him use his magic to strike down some demons as well.
　--As a mage, I'm sure he's good at what he does. He doesn't seem to be intimidated by the demons he sees.

You're brilliant, Mr. Cashel.
No need to be flattered. I'm here because I want to see what you're capable of.
My skills?
Yeah, how good you are as Iris's bodyguard. And there's something else I want to ask you.
What is it?

　I'm not sure if it's a good idea, but it's a good idea.
　I'm not sure if you've heard of it or not.

"Rock Lance!

　Rock lances rise up from the ground and shoot out one after another.
　It's a great way to make sure you're getting the most out of your vacation.

I'm not sure if the only relationship between you and Iris is ...... escort?
What does that mean?　What does that mean?

　What does that mean?" Cashel's question seemed to have some meaning.
　The relationship between me and Iris is not just that of an escort. It's a relationship between a teacher and a student at the school, and a master and a student of the sword.
　There are many relationships, but I don't think there are any other notable ones.

I'm going to ask you straight out, what do you think of Iris? ...... That's what I want to hear.
"What do you think of Iris?　Well, it's nothing to hide. She's my student now.
I'm already aware of that. -I was wondering if you also like Iris.
......?　Are you talking about her personality?
As a lover, yes.

　I didn't stop moving, but Cashel's question was incomprehensible to me.
　First of all, the part about "Iris too".
　First of all, "Iris likes me".
　I don't know where that comes from, and I don't think Iris would say that first.
　I wonder what Cashel wants to ask me.
　--Could it be that Iris said she had someone she liked to turn down the engagement offer?
　I don't know what you're asking.

I don't know what you want to hear, but I'm nothing more than her bodyguard.
"I see. Well, I suppose it's hard to answer that question directly. But there is one thing. From now on, when Iris becomes mine, ...... you will also be under my command. Keep that in mind.

　Cashel sounded as if he was sure he could keep Iris under his control.
　I'll have to check with Iris on this one, but I don't think Iris was undermined by the mood she was in earlier. --And there's one thing I know for sure.

"Mr. Cashel, is this the end of the conversation with me?
It's .　That's ...... right.
Well, I'm going to go ahead of you for a bit. I'd like to conquer this place as soon as possible. The other knights will be guarding Mr. Cashel. If anything happens, I'll fall back.

　In the current situation, how quickly we can capture the wards will lead to the safety of the town.
　I'm going to put the matter of Iris and Cashel behind me for now.


　As I took care of the demons that were descending one after another, I was getting closer to my destination.
　At this speed, I might be able to quickly rush to the aid of other places. --I'd like to be optimistic, but there's a reason why I chose this place.
　There are two places where I can feel a strange presence.
　One is where I'm going and the other is where Iris is going.
　There's a chance I'll have to run to Iris' place too.

You can't go through here!
No!

　--On the way to my destination, I hear a familiar voice.
　You'll be able to find a lot more than just a few.
　...... Apparently, Chloe had gotten caught up in the situation as well.

"Ruh!
"......!

　It's a good idea to take a look at the website and see if you can find anything that might help you.
　She has no experience in fighting demons yet.
　I immediately unleash Invisible on the demons that are trying to get to Chloe.

"What?

　I stopped in front of Chloe, who had a stunned expression on her face.

I'm not sure what to do.　I'm sure you'll be able to figure out what's going on.
Oh. Is Chloe alone here?　Is your sister-in-law--?
Oh, you're the one who's ...... here all alone!　What about Iris's bodyguard?

　Chloe's voice rang out as she closed in on me.
　I looked at her in surprise.

Calm down. Ms. Iris and I are separated now.
It's ....... Why? I told you, you have to follow my advice.
...... Does that have anything to do with what's going on?
No!　No, no, no, no, no!　I don't know what the hell is going on here!　I don't know what's going on, but you're my bodyguard, why would you leave Iris alone?
Chloe, tell me what you know. Chloe, tell me what you know. There's a demon attacking the town, and it needs to be dealt with immediately. But why are you in such a hurry to protect Iris?　What do you know about it?
It's .......

　Chloe looked lost.
　I'm not sure if it's a good idea, but it's a good idea.

My sister Mariel borrowed a sword from the Knights of ...... to test Iris.
"Your sister-in-law is ......?

　It was a word I never thought I'd hear.
　I'm sure you'll be able to guess why Marielle came here to test Iris.
　Above all, the fact that I borrowed a sword from the Order ...... means that Remyll was also hiding the fact that I was seeing Mariel.

(The Commander ...... knew and didn't tell me. I'm sure you didn't think it would come to this.
And anyway!　I'm not sure what to do.
"Your sister-in-law is also in a situation. I'm sure she'll help you at least until the situation is resolved.
That may be so, but...
Besides, I think she's more concerned about protecting you right now.
What the hell?

　I pulled Chloe's body back and put her behind me.
　--A few fireballs went off.
　It seems that the people who caused this incident set it off.
　I cut down all of those fireballs with the blade of the wind.

"What the ......?

　In response to the surprised mages, I get as close as I can to the Invisible and release it there. I'm not sure what to do, but I'm going to do it.

"What, ......?

　I'm not sure what to say, but I'm going to say it.

Chloe, meet up with the knights in the back and get them to protect you. Chloe, meet up with the knights behind you and get them to protect you, including the people in the building. I know you were trying to protect ...... them. And your feelings are the same as Iris's.
"Mr. Iris and ......?
She too decided to fight to protect this town - that's why I sent her away. If you admire Iris, you should know what she is like.
"......!

　Chloe choked on her words.
　You'll be able to find a lot more information on the web.
　But Iris herself doesn't want that.
　She wants to be in a position to protect herself, not just be protected.

So I have one piece of advice for you. "So my one piece of advice is to 'trust' her - at least that's what I'm doing.
"Trust Iris. ......



　Chloe mutters, repeating my words.
　I don't know if this will convince Chloe, but I run forward.
　--With my eyes on the enemy looming before me.