It's been years since I've spent a full day reading a spellbook.
　It's ironic that the first real time I've had since becoming an escort slave is in Celestia's room.

　Ever since I brought her home, I've been constantly holed up in her room, guarding her as she still hasn't woken up.
　The reason why I, as a man, can stay in Celestia's room without worrying about people's eyes is because I can't touch her and because I have been given the position of warrior chief.

I'm sure you'll be able to figure out the best way to get the most out of it.

　We know that the blood curse played an important role in the accidental success of the reanimation spell.
　However, I thought about using magic to deal with slavery, but I couldn't find even a hint of such a convenient thing that would create a state where the curse would force the soul of the slave to be bound to the soul of the master, even temporarily.
　I paused and looked at the window. The sun, which had been shining brightly in the room, had already begun to hide behind a ridge.
　It was time to get some light, I thought as I sat up from my chair.
　The light used in the Kingdom of Euresia is an old-fashioned, oil-based type.
　When you ignite it with magic, a dim, warm light illuminates the wall.

"......n............

　This is the first time a voice has leaked out from Celestia, who has shown no signs of waking up since returning to the Kingdom of Eurecia.
　I'm sure if you were a little further away you wouldn't have heard it.
　When I looked into her face from the side of the bed, her eyelids fluttered open and our eyes met.

---- You've been sleeping well.

　You can find a lot of people who have been in the same situation for a long time.

............Walls......Why are you here?　I thought you went to the Kingdom of Carlitz. ......

What are you talking about?　Seretia went to the Kingdom of Carlitz. ......

...... What are you talking about, Walth? I was summoned by King Illus,......, and then,......, I can't remember what happened after that,.......

　Celestia held her head, desperately trying to remember, but unable to find the answer.

Are you sure you don't remember ......?

I don't really care, I just want to know what's going on here. ...... This is my room, right?　Why is Walth here?

I don't know if I have to explain that to you, ...... but okay.

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I'm sure you'll be pleased to know that I'm not the only one who's been bothered by the whole ...... thing.

That's my job, don't worry about it. I'm not sure what to do, but I'm sure you'll be able to figure it out. I'm sorry.

　If you don't remember, then you don't need to tell me that Celetia herself was killed, that I used reanimation magic, or that I'm a reincarnation of Ars Dittrand.
　There's no need to break this relationship, and if you don't know where the information will leak out if you speak, it's better to maintain the same position as before, that of princess and guard slave.

　I took Celestia's hand and apologized sincerely, and her face rapidly turned red.

"Kyu, what's wrong with you all of a sudden? It's not like Walth.

Oh, I'm just happy that ---- Celetia is safe, so I don't have to die.

That's right, that's Walth.

　Celestia waved his hand away and sat back down on the bed, raising her arms high and stretching her back.

You've been asleep for days. You need to move slowly.

It's okay, it's just this. It's not as bad as it looks after you've defeated Era. ---- To continue where I left off, the mastermind is Ars Dittrand, and Walth defeated Ars Dittrand, is that correct? I'm not sure.

I'm sure you're aware of that, but the kingdom of Carlitz might fall apart if it turns out that a hero is the mastermind behind a pagan cult, so I've tried to keep things civil.

　In the end, in order to keep Ils and the others out of trouble, Ars had no choice but to take the throne in order to die, and let Ils and the others out of the country in the form of exile.
　When Ils realized this, he returned to his country, where he managed to defeat the evil mastermind who had been weakened by Ars.
　If the enemy is capable of resurrecting the Hell Artio, it is no wonder that the aging and weak Ars is defeated, and the story of how Ils fought against him in order to protect the country can unite the people of the Kingdom of Carlitz.

　If the face of the mastermind was unknown, and if he had disappeared with Ars, he would not have been scrutinized any further.
　If Ars and Ils were enemies who had both lost their lives to defeat him, no one would suspect a thing.

Since no one knew that Ils had taken Celetia, I assumed that the reason they had disappeared was because Celetia had realized Ars' intentions and advised Ils. I'm sure you'll be happy to know that I'm not the only one.

I'm sure you'll be able to understand that I'm not the only one who feels stupid about this situation. I don't know.

If the kingdom of Carlitz were to fall, the aftermath would be felt right here in the kingdom of Eurasia, and it would be unavoidable that the Fabek territory would be unavailable. Since I protected the surviving Festeriese, I suppose I should demand something from you.

　In the end, Harvey, who was said to be Ars' son, and the others who were in the royal palace had just been kicked out of the palace in the name of strengthening the borders.
　It turns out that Harvey's face looks just like mine when I was younger, just like how Ils had pretended to be Ars' face, only it was altered by alchemical magic.
　Since we have already confirmed that the magic has not been broken, we can assume that the alchemy dolls scattered around the world are still living as human beings.

I don't think that Festerlise will accept our demands.

I'm sure he'll be grateful if you give him some assistance since he's exhausted at the moment.

I'm not going to give you that much.

---- Well, I knew you would say that.

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It is still unknown whether the king of Carlitz will be Festerlise or Harvey. It would be good to reach out to him after it is decided. Whichever one of them becomes king, he won't have the same centripetal force or military power as before.

You care a great deal, don't you?

It's up to the Kingdom of Carlitz to decide how the surrounding countries will act.

　The order of succession to the throne is not based on birth order, gender differences, or the king's appointment.
　The king selects the abilities he deems necessary to lead the next generation, and those entitled to the throne are required to take the test.
　Those entitled to the throne who have reached the age of twenty will be ranked in succession only by their performance.

　Festeriese and Harvey, who have not yet reached that age, will be forced to take the examinations that Ilus has prepared for them, without taking into account the age difference, or if the examinations have not yet been prepared, they will have to take the examinations of the past.
　In the event that both of them refuse to take the exam, then the siblings will play a flesh and bone battle. ...... I hope they are not that stupid.


In the end, the crown system hasn't accomplished anything and we'll have to start all over again.

If we can show that we are on equal footing with the Kingdom of Carlitz, we will be able to attract more or less talent. Although it won't be a personal achievement for Celestia.

I don't agree with that.

---- Well, I knew you would say that.

　Seeing my reaction, Celestia chuckles.
　It's been a long time since I've seen her smile, and I found myself sincerely wishing that this time could go on.