62-Episode 62 Slaves, Keeping a Warm Eye




 When I returned with Radael to the embankment of the divine tree, the refuge of the elves, the place was filled with a celebratory mood, as if they knew that Radael and I would return.

 There were so many elves that I wanted to say, "Where did they come from?" They greeted him with a song of return.
 The voice of the elves is said to be the voice of the spirits, and their song of return can be heard through the ears and eardrums, and at the same time, it creates the illusion that it resonates directly with the soul.
 In the midst of the elves, I could see Vio and the others, and a little farther away, I could see Seretia, Neya, and Pheuel looking at me with relief.

"Pheuel, shouldn't you go to your father?

No, I'm staying at Mr. Walls' for now, as I plan to say hello again later.

 I was trying to be considerate, but after twenty-five years of running away from home, it might be difficult to see each other, so I decided to let Fiel do as he pleased.

Well, I haven't told Radael that Pheuel is here yet, so if he finds out, he might fly over here.

We'll see about that.

 Feeel chuckled at that.
 It's not that I don't like it, but I don't like it.

What's wrong with you two? You've got a scary look on your face from earlier.

I'm not sure what to make of it, but I'm sure it's a good idea. ...... I suppose we should praise them for destroying the Worms and saving Fielder's father, but ............ I've seen Walth fighting. He would have used first class magic.

 I didn't understand what he was saying.
 It was a long way from here to where Worms' army was, and there was no way he could see them.
 We've already confirmed that there was no one nearby.
 Even if they could see me, they wouldn't be able to tell that I was using first-class magic, he thought.
 I was at a loss for words when Celestia unexpectedly said something, and I couldn't help but turn my gaze to Phiel.

I looked at her and said, "Lord Vio had arranged for me to see it from the top of the tree. There, Mr. Walth was using first-class magic, and Lord Vieo...

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

...... Why didn't you tell me something so important?

"......I'm sorry.

 That's all I could say.
 If you try to hide it, it could make the relationship even worse.
 For now, I just have to admit it gracefully.

I'm not going to argue about the fact that you've learned to use it faster than me or any of that nonsense. More importantly, Walth said himself that too much magical power can corrode the body. And yet he uses it so much. ...... Do you have any idea what it's like for me and Neya to see it from a distance?

"............

If you don't have an argument, then you're aware of it.

 It's not that Celestia is angry, it's more like she's sad.
 I feel genuinely sorry that she's worried about my health.

I think I should apologize to you, Walth-san, for worrying both Seretia-sama and Neya-san.

 I'm sure you'll be happy to hear that I'm not the only one who's had a bad experience.

I'm sure you'll be fine.

"Yeah, I don't have the kind of training that would allow me to handle that kind of magical power.

 Celestia just said, "Yes," and turned away.

"That's enough. I'm not going to question him again now, because he's been hiding things from me for a long time. ---- Don't be reckless. You're the only knight who can protect me.

I'm not going to ask again now. I'm sure you'll be happy to hear that. ---- I'm sorry you had to worry about Neya, too.

 I'm not sure what to say, but I'll try.

I'm not going to do it, Master Walth. I misjudged the power of ...... Master Walth. I can't forgive myself for not trusting you and worrying about you. How could I have been so foolish?

 I lifted my head, and this time Neya dropped to one knee and hung her head.
 Seeing Neya apologize to me, I thought again that Neya was a little strange.
 I'm sure Neya won't be satisfied with a normal response here, I thought, trying to come up with the best answer.

I'm sure you'll be able to figure out the best way to deal with this. ---- Neya, isn't it your conceit to think that you were wrong? I've been hiding it so no one would know. I'm saying that Neya has the power, more than me, to realize this.

 Neya gives me a look of surprise.

"If you ask me, it would have been impossible for someone like me to realize the true power of Master Walth. I was unknowingly arrogant. ...... I'm sorry!

 I'm on my knees and I can't watch.

That's enough. Now get up.

 I'm not sure if I can manage Neya yet, but Vio, the one who caused this problem, came with Radael and the other elves.

I'm sure you'll be able to understand what I'm talking about.

It's because of someone else's misbehavior.

 "Well, it looks like you're in the middle of something.

I think it's just your fault for hiding your powers from your friends.

 I don't know what to say.
 If I keep talking about this, I'm sure I'm going to get pushed.

"What are you going to do with all these people surrounding us at ............? We've already proven that we're not the enemy.

"So, I thought I'd give you a warm welcome now. But most of all, I want you to meet Radael and Pheuel.

 Vio put his hand on Radael's back and pushed him in front of Fiehl, who had his hood up and his back to him.

"Pheuel, or is it really Pheuel?

Father, .......

 As if he had made up his mind, Phiel took off his hood and turned around.
 The next moment, even though he was in front of the public, Radael hugged him tightly with both arms.
 It was an unreserved and all-out embrace.
 It was an unreserved and all-out embrace, an expression of love by an overprotective parent that made me feel ashamed.

"Father, we would appreciate it if you would stop this, as everyone is watching. ......

The runaway has come home, how can I let her go?



 I knew this guy, Radael, so I had an idea of what might happen, but Celestia and Neya were surprised by the scene and froze, rolling their eyes.

"So that's why you avoided them.

"Elves are surprisingly passionate.

 It's only the elves that can make a reunion after twenty-five years just a simple runaway.
 As if she couldn't stand the warm glances from the elves and us anymore, Pheuel pushed Radael away and took shelter behind me.

"Phiel, why are you hiding behind Lord Walth? Isn't he back?

 Radhaer must not have been told about Ars yet.
 A puzzled Ladaer looked at me, but I raised my palms lightly and pretended not to understand.
 I raised both my palms lightly and pretended not to understand. Vio intervened with one hand raised lightly in front of him.

"We'll talk about this later, Radael. You know, Mr. Walth.

 I'm sure you'll be able to figure out what's going on.

I'm sure you'll be glad to hear that. Let's get ready for the feast. We'll be late if we don't hurry.

 Vio, staring at the ever-darkening sky, hurried everyone to get ready for the feast.