"--......

　I'm not sure if this is a good idea or not.
　I'm not sure what to make of that.

　He sheathed his sword in front of his chest and looked back at the young man.

You're not safe, are you?
You have a life. He's alive. He's fine.
Bullshit. ......

　He took one look at the knife in his abdomen and lowered his eyebrows.

For now, you need to get yourself to a healer. ...... someone you trust.
I'd love to, but...

　I'm sure you'll be glad to hear that.
　You can see how hard it is to even cough, but the man still looks straight at his adversary and refuses to move.

"Never. Reaching out and relying on others is not weakness. You knew that a long time ago, you no longer need me to tell you that.

　The tone of voice as if speaking to him.
　Futa narrowed his eyes slightly and looked at Aylin who stepped back as if he was upset.

　That Aylan B. Smiles was being pressured by the words.
　Needless to say, he was surprised.

"And yet you still persist in the Shura?"
"......

　His eloquence pierced Arawn.

"Is that really what she wants?
"Shut up!

　A clenched fist swung at Richter, who could no longer react.
　But it doesn't go through.

　You'll need to have a good idea of what you're doing.
　Aylin responds with all his might, shouting, "Champion!

"Get out of my way, Champion!　--You don't know what Eina is!

　Eina?　You know what Eina is!

I'm sure you've heard of her.
"...... Ah.

　The words of conviction are lost in the dull thud of a sword fight.

　It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for.

　This is what tells me more eloquently than anything else that his words are true.

"Shut up, shut up, shut up!　Eina ...... is not a "nobleman" at all!　She can't be the same as those bastards I hated so much!

　I'm not sure if you've heard of it, but I'm sure you've heard of it.

　The final of the martial arts tournament.
　Her trajectory traced by the power in her eyes.

　Oh, right.

　The proud "noble" girl who was the foundation of her existence.
　That's the whole reason Arawn put down his long sword, clenched his fist and swore an oath.

I'm sure you're not the only one.

　You'll be able to find a lot more information on the web.
　It's a great way to make sure you're getting the most out of your vacation.

　The moment the power of the hand armor that plays with the sword is weakened, Huta swings her blade to get distance.

　It's not the weapon that hits her, but the words of admonition, as she lightly jumps backwards.

I'm not sure what to make of this. Don't get me wrong, Aylin. The word "noble" does not describe the position.

　It's what Eina said.

"Willing to reach out to save those who need saving. That's what it means to be a nobleman."

　There was always someone else in the golden girl's eyes.
　The two sides of a beautiful lady and a conflicting murderer. When Richter found out the true nature of the distortion, he slammed his fist down on the desk and his eyes fell.

I don't know where she ran out of steam. So maybe ...... ah, maybe she did.

　He looked up and looked again.

"It's the job of the nobility to lead the people. It's only natural for me to reach out to you. But it's also my duty not to allow anyone to shake me off and harm the people. ...... is why I'm not going to cut you down with this gladius.

　Yes. There's only one.

"The only one you care about. It's because I really want to carry on the legacy of a beautiful woman named Eina who led a woman like you.
"What?

　There was no way I could hear the sound of her gasping for air here in the fire pit.
　But for some reason, it still resonated.
　Her agitation, her wavering core.

　The depths of the girl Arawn.

　In the end, this man's selfishness was more important than the guidance of a nobleman.
　It's just that this man's selfishness was more painful to hear than his guidance as a "nobleman.

"How can you understand his will?　You can't carry on his legacy!


"Maybe I can't. I've never used my life to protect a single person.
"Then retract those self-satisfied words!　Richter L. Klingbloom!
I refuse.
No!
Don't you see?　Don't you see how far you've come?

　Your body in tatters. Your clothes, your body, and your consciousness.

　Still, he raises one eyebrow and smiles fiercely.

"Because I want to.
"Lichtaaaaaaaaaaaaa!

　I'm not sure if I've ever seen anything like this before.

　I'm not sure if this is a good idea or not, but it's a good idea.

"Get out of the way!　Get out of the way, champion!
I'm not going anywhere.

　The hero's blade stifles his fist with a clench.
　It's not to cut down Arawn, nor to protect Richter.

　I'm not sure if I'm going to be able to do it.

"...... Sorry, Futa.
You need to get some sleep. I'm not going to let you die like this.

　He raised the corner of his mouth and admonished.
　The other girl, who is about to collapse, faces Richter, who smiles at her and keeps him in sight as he falls.

You'll be able to find a lot more information on the web.
I'm not sure what to make of it.　I'm not sure what to do.　Get out of my way, you outsider!
So... I don't want you to end up beating Mr. Richter to death. His sword tells me. The hero is always the outsider, just doing his job.

　It's as if the hero is standing right in front of me, and I can see his path. Because that's the deal with him.
　To this day, I still don't know why he gave me this power.

　But...
　I want someone else to wield this sword while I am unable to.
　I'm sure the root of that wish is to prevent myself from feeling that itch again.

　A man who was allowed to wield a sword only three more times in his life, and who drew it twice when his friend was in trouble.

　I'm sure it's the right thing to do, Futa thinks.

I'm not sure what to make of this.

　I'm not sure if you've heard of it or not.

　I'm not sure if you've seen this before, but I'm sure you've.

　I'm not sure why a man who can howl with a borrowed sword is so irritating right now.

　It's obvious.

　I don't know what's in Eina's heart.
　Which is why this fist feels even more like a borrowed one.
　I'm carrying on a legacy. I inherited a wish. I've decided to live for her.
　I swore we'd reach the sky's highest peak together.

　--Was that selfishness?

"I don't know your past.

　"I don't know your past." The sword he wields is hot.
　I'll never know your past.
　The rugged sword, not as elegant as his, still follows the same trajectory.

I don't have as many good things to say as Mr. Richter, nor do I have words that will touch your heart.

　But as Richter howled to carry on his legacy, and Arawn swore to do so once more.

　Futa has no intention of disregarding the wishes of Richter, who has just fallen.

　He does not have the same strong feelings for Eina as Richter does.
　He doesn't have the same love for her as Arawn does.

　He's just a bystander, just for the sake of conviction.

　Still, I couldn't stand to watch.


　What you said about protecting people...
　I wasn't talking about Richter alone.

　I want to reach out to what Richter wants to protect if I can.

　It's not just for heroes.

　There are idiots in this world who would throw their lives away for a pendant they said they cared about.

But if there's one thing I can tell you, it's this.

　I don't expect to be able to convince you.

　I don't think I can persuade you, but if anything you know can help Richter reach his goal...

"That fist you're holding. The fist you hold in your hand has become distorted as a result of training and fighting.

　--Just as Lilac had adapted court swordsmanship to her own style.
　Huta recalled the beginning of Arawn.

　He put down his long sword and clenched his fists in the beginning.
　I don't know what she was thinking at the time, but she was already training in a perfected fighting style.

　Assuming that the art belonged to a girl named Eina.

　It was so straightforward, so beautiful, it was as if she had the power to protect someone.



The first fist you learned is the same as mine now.
Oh, my God. ......!
Even if it's borrowed, it's still here.

　The flash of a sword against a fist.

It was meant to fight for someone.
"----!

　He lowers his eyebrows and tells you.

　He leapt forward and somersaulted backwards.
　You'll be able to find a lot more than just a few of them.

　The fighting skills of a girl named Eina.
　That's all I can tell Futa.

　But.

I'm sure you'll be happy to hear that.

　I'm not sure what to say. I'm not sure what to say.

　I know--I'm sure it's the fight of a girl named Eina.

　Aylin.
　If a sword could represent a person, then Eina knew that.

　Yes. He knew.
　Because she had always protected him.

　I don't know how many times she taught me to fight with a long sword before I could fight properly. How could I not realize that her fist, the one that guided me through life, was the will of that guardian?

　You know, of course you do.

I know her much better than you do.
"...... knows.
But!

　You look up and you cry out.




There's nothing in the world I want to protect anymore!




　Then at least...
　Even if it means overcoming everything else, fulfilling her longing...

"I'll make our dreams come true. That's all.

　Aylin lowered his clenched fist and turned away.

"...... is my vow.
"Arawn: ......
I'm in no condition to face a champion, so I'll withdraw. See you soon. I'll see you in a place where you can fight to the death.
......

　Have a nice day.

　She even smiles gracefully and walks away.

　I could have chased her.

　But there's Richter on the ground. I notice that Mion is also motionless.

　Resigning herself to the fact that this was the higher priority.

　Futa turned away from the departing Arawn.



　--I've been thinking.
　There were things that had been ingrained in his consciousness just recently.

　For example, if Corona had left this world.

　For example, if Corona left this world, would I really be able to act as kindly to the world as she wished?


...... This is heavy.


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















　--Inside the castle. Futa's private room.

How do you do?

　The visitor's cheeks tugged hard at the gentle smile.

　In the bed where Corona was supposed to be sleeping, she sat with a somewhat worried expression on her face, her legs wobbling unsteadily.

　The other person in the room was supposed to be a tall young man.

　I'm not sure why, but if I saw the princess there, who was supposed to be working hard to pacify the capital, I would have been in raptures.

"Well, Your Highness. Aren't you busy?
"Yes, I am. Yes, I am. Taking care of her precious maid who has collapsed and running around ...... to calm the tumultuous royal capital.
And then...
And then.

　Her smile is the same as always.
　But why is it that I get this chill down my spine?

　Her "and then" was covered with such force that it interrupted my words.
　When the visitor looks up, wondering what she's talking about, Lilac tells him.

I've been waiting for the salmon I let go to come back.
Is ......?
"Here. The salmon will go out to sea once. And then they would come back and be delicious.
...... I see.
I heard that the roe is said to be excellent in the eastern part of Japan. I'd like to try them, wouldn't you?
...... Your Highness, what are you doing?
Oh. That's why. I'm sure you've been storing them up.



　Gently caressing her lips, she tells me.



"I'm talking about ripping out your belly and seeing what's inside.



What?
Don't run away.

　When I turned away and tried to turn back, a conch was thrust at my throat.

"You wicked ......!
You've been ripped apart. It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're going to do with the money you've got. I've heard that it's fashionable to blame me for everything.

　I also knew about the lobbying activities that were becoming more and more popular.
　I knew about the lobbying activities that were becoming popular, and I was letting them go.
　It's a problem," he said, letting out a small breath.

　He gave a small shake of his head to Corona, who was still smiling vaguely.

　I'm sure she'll forgive me for what I've done to her.
　She knows that Corona is the one who is more pained by her guest's current state of distress than she is by it.

　But even if Corona forgave her...

　There's no way Futa or Lilac would forgive the woman in front of them.

I'm not going to let you go no matter what you do. That's the quickest way to rid this world of the wicked one!

　The look of desperation on her face, however, made Lilac feel very uncomfortable.

　How ugly can a man of leisure who is drunk with his own righteousness look?
　Knowing the full extent of her situation, Lilac kept her dismay to herself and continued.

"Fine. Why do you think Futa is not here?
"...... What?
We already have the means to heal Corona. You're worthless.
What the hell?

　Lilac's eyes widened, but she still looked bored.

I'm not sure what you're talking about.
It's possible to disarm it since it's magical. So, well, I guess it's done.
Wait, wait, wait!

　Kontse rubs his throat lightly.
　The woman, realizing that she was losing her footing, reversed her words.
　I'm not going to be disarmed no matter what you do to me.

　In the end, she is just a bored person who is intoxicated by the fashion of her words.
　He's just a fool who dances around someone else's words and feels like he's doing the right thing.

　Lilac has seen enough of such ugly people in her life.

Wait.　Do you really think you're in a position to give orders?
Wait a minute. ...... I...
I just checked.

　Again, as if to interrupt her, Lilac continued.

You have a sick daughter, I believe?
Oh, yes!　Yes, I do!　The government doesn't pay for her medical bills or her medicine.
It's not my fault that I'm a scoundrel. How can you justify it?
......

　The woman in front of you is just the one who was told that.
　It is also true that there are people who are made to dance, so the activity becomes more active.

...... By the way...

　Gently, Lilac indicated the package on the table in front of her.

"I have five million gold here.
Five million?
...... I'm not asking you to stop what you're doing. I'm just asking you to help me for a little while, just once.
What? ......
You don't have to betray your people, you just have to listen to me. That's all I'm asking.

　I know it's blatantly obvious.
　However, her eyes were glued to the money being handed to her.

　She had thought about stealing the potion and selling it when she had visited this room before, so his words were sweet.

"......, you don't have to betray me.
I feel responsible for my profession.
"......

　You'll be able to find a lot more information on the web.

　She knew exactly what she was doing.

　It's not like she has a daughter.
　I'm not sure if it's a good idea, but it's a good idea.
　And most of all, that she was living a life of righteousness, shifting the blame with sweet words.

　And that's why he's such an easy opponent.

"...... just this once.
Thank you.

　You nod softly and mutter in your mind.

　This is what you get if you keep your pride light.
　Five million gold is not too much to ask.
　In any case, I'll just erase it when I'm done.

　It's money you'll get back soon.