The next day, I left Blanche for King's Landing and was let in with incredible ease.
　King's Landing was more crowded than I had imagined, and there was no sign of the attack by Hellartio.
　Other countries were wary of Hellartio and had an atmosphere reminiscent of wartime, but this place was the complete opposite.

　Rather than peace itself, it was as if the war had been won.
　The royal palace in the distance was still undergoing some repairs, but it would be finished in a few days.

Certainly, there is no sign of anyone watching us.

　As Benetnash had been to the capital many times, he would go to the royal palace, his destination, without giving any instructions.
　This time he entered in a Eurasian carriage, expecting to see some changes, but there was no particular surveillance.

Things are going very well, aren't they?

　On the way, when I got off the carriage and was looking at the stalls on the main street, Seretia muttered in disgust.
　There was no real sense of crisis in the city, and the only thing that could be heard was the praise of Ars Dittrand, which was sickening.
　Celestia could not understand the atmosphere or the actions of the people.

"Dad, I heard that this place was attacked the other day, is that true?

　I approached the father who was selling fruit at the stall and asked him while buying an apple.
　I used my appraisal magic to make sure there was no poison in it and handed it to Celestia.

You're not from here, are you?

　The shopkeeper stared at me and Celestia in turn with pride.

I'm sure you're not the only one. I wish I could have shown you the bravery of Master Ars, the leader of the Magicians. The sky was covered in magic.

"Was it his magic, Your Highness?

I don't know, I'm too old for that. I don't know. I'm too old. All I know for sure is that it's an amazing magic that covered the sky. I don't know what I'd be doing now if it weren't for you, Lord Ars.

　The shopkeeper nodded with deep emotion and said, "I hear other countries are in trouble right now. The shopkeeper nodded with emotion and said, "I hear other countries are in trouble.

It's like wartime everywhere. If people knew how it was here, they'd be jealous.

　The shopkeeper smiled happily and gave me an extra apple.
　As Benetnash had said, the much-maligned fake Ars had completely won the hearts of the people.
　The fact that he had a large number of mages with him suggests that he can't use magic in a spectacular way on his own.
　It would have made a better impression if he had done it alone, so there was no need for him to do something half-hearted.
　What are you trying to do? ...... I hope it has nothing to do with inviting Euresia in this time.

"Hey, I never thought I'd see you again.

　It's been a long time since I've heard a voice from behind me that I wanted to forget but couldn't.
　There was Harvey Ditland, emerging from a carriage bearing the emblem of the Kingdom of Carlitz.
　The more I looked at him, the more he resembled the old me, almost to the point of being unnatural.

He didn't look like he was spying on us.

That's crazy. I just happened to see you and called out to you.

Okay, so what did you want to talk to me about? I'm not here for anything.

　I don't get the same tense vibe from Harvey now as I did then.
　No one around him was hostile, and he decided to let his guard down, thinking that he wasn't lying.

That's what I'm talking about. Even though you've been cleared of suspicion, I'm still surprised you showed up in King's Landing so quickly.

I was approached by King Ilus.

"From Uncle ......?

　In the event that you're not sure what to do, you'll be able to always ask for help.

I don't know what your uncle wants to talk about, but please don't mention my name. I'm letting you guys off the hook.

I didn't mean it. Festerlise has treated you much worse than I have.

　I decided not to tell King Ils that I was already recognized as an outcast.

Hahaha, you and I seem to hit it off.

　Harvey laughed and motioned for the carriage to start.
　But I interrupted him.

What's the matter with you?　Did you need a favor from me?

No, I just heard that your hero father, Ars, was wounded, and I was wondering.

My father is recuperating. I'm sure he'll show up soon.

...... I see.

Well, give my regards to Her Royal Highness Princess Ceretia.

　Harvey did not wonder at anything and started the carriage.
　In the event that you've got a lot of time, you'll be able to take a look at the web site.
　In her hand was an apple that she had just bitten into, and it seemed that she did not want to be seen.

I was expecting her to ask to see Ars Dittrand, but she was so quiet.

If you go too far, they'll start to suspect you.

"You seem to know a lot about royalty," Celestia replied with a laugh.

"That's the kind of strategist I mean. Well, it would have been nice to hear what happened to the traitor.

"Why don't you ask King Ils? He doesn't seem to have anything to do with Fiehl's case.

Even so, he's the former head of the magic division.

　It's just a matter of when to ask.
　It's not that easy to get involved in the matter.
　Unlike before, he is now in a position where he is completely irrelevant.

"Hey, Benetnash is looking bored, I think we should head to the palace soon.

　I looked at Benetnash who was waiting in the carriage.
　There was Benetnash, meditating with both eyes, as he always did when he was alone, in a state of unity.



It's a pity you can't just dismiss him as bored.

You look sleepy.

　"Because you look sleepy." - Celestia with a worse expression.
　It might be a good idea to try an experiment here.

You can see it at ............. And to prove it, I'm going to turn on Celestia now. Okay?

"...... Okay.

　Now that you have permission, feel free to unleash your killing intent.
　At that moment, Benetnash drew his sword and went into a fighting stance.

As you can see. Benetnash was merely keeping his nerves alert for anyone who might have hostile intentions towards Seletia.

"So it seems.

　Celestia approached Benettonas, stepped up to the altar and placed her hand on his shoulder.

"Thank you.

What?　No, thank you.

　The bewildered Benetnash did not understand what she was doing for him.
　He just bowed his head and stared at me.
　He seems to have good intuition.

I'm on my way to the palace, so get me a carriage. I'll be on the lookout for you inside the palace, so Benetnash can act like a natural.

"...... Yes, sir.

　As soon as Benetnash took the reins, his demeanor changed to his normal one.
　There was a hint of nervousness in his voice when he entered the capital, but at this stage, even that has disappeared.

　In fact, it would be better if he was on guard, because if he was unnaturally cautious, the other party would be more cautious.
　However, the expression on his face is hard and he seems to be a little depressed.

"Walth, isn't Benetnash offended?

　As we got into the carriage, Seretia whispered in my ear.

Why?

Because, when you say it's okay to be natural and unguarded, it's like you're saying it's not okay to be natural.

I didn't mean to, but that's how I see it. ......

　I meant to say that you should take it easy because I will be taking over the guard at the palace. ...... Benetnash seems to be quite difficult.

I'm sure you'll be able to tell him that I meant for him to take it easy.

That's unusual for Walth.

I've got my weaknesses. I'm not sure he'd take it that way if I told him directly.

　I don't think he'd take it that way if I told him in person." Seretia smiled happily and looked out the window at the approaching royal palace.