All the guys who beat you are here, all the guys who beat you.　If there's something that's bothering you, you can ask it on the spot!

Well that's the thing, though.

'And even a knight would know that, wouldn't he?　When you're tired, you need to heal. When you work, you need to rest, eat, and talk happily. Is the Knights of the Order the kind of place where you pile on other work after work?

No, no, that's not true.... But, you know, it doesn't comfort you to have people like us in your midst.

'Oh?　Hey Reme, what is this sister talking about?

　I'm a little surprised when he suddenly turns the conversation around.

　No, it's probably because me and Astraea-san came out talking together.
　I guess my intentions and I speak my mind.

''If it's okay with me, I'll talk about this time, as much as I want. Besides, I would like to hear Astraea-san's story. And, of course, the stories of your friends.

　The girls were all very strong.
　We may have won on points alone, but locally we can't be proud of our victory.

　If the timing of the game hadn't been right, even the slightest mismatch in timing, a number of our guys could have been eliminated.

''Both of us. That magic and spirit arts were amazing, and we don't get to hear about the knights and stuff like that very often.''

　Wraith-kun also says.

''........is it good?

　Still showing signs of hesitation, someone called out to her.

'Hey, stiff knight!　It's not about others, it's about whether you want to come or not!

　That's what I call Mr. Astraea, Volak.

'I'm not a hard knight, I'm Astraea.

So?

　Eventually, [The Balance of Justice] said.

''.......If it's not too much of a nuisance, I'd like to join you.''

I'm here!　And you're welcome, too!

　Mr. Gallo clapped his hands in delight.

'Keh, you could have said that right from the start.

　It's a good thing that you're a member of this group.



　We who remained until the end of the qualifying round were the last to leave the service entrance.

　Those who left before us were able to monitor the event from a separate room.

　Not only Gallo-san and the others, other participants were still around.
　There were famous parties and demons gathered here, one would be curious.

　But this was not good.
　It's time for him to........

''Don't blather on, looking at it from a distance!　I don't like that!

　Mr. Gallo shouts and everyone freaks out.

　I knew it.
　But those of us who are close to him can imagine the words that follow.

'If you don't mind, come closer!　If you want to mix it up, just say so!

　Mr. Gallo doesn't like to be reserved.

'Oh, um!　Can we join you?!

'Oh!　Do what you will!

　Mr. Gallo is pretty much the only one who refuses to come.
　Hearing his words, one voice after another rises.

　It's an honor to be invited by Garo-san, and there's no problem with the number of participants increasing.......but it's about time the number of people was amazing.

''Brother........?　Do you want me to rent out the stadium as well?

I don't care how much money you spend on your party. I'm paying for it.

There's a lot more to the problem than money...

　You can see Mr. Blau's usual difficulties.

'About that, I'd like to talk to someone about it.

"Oh, Leme!　By the way, you weren't the first person in town to do that!

Yeah.

Leme, can I hear more about that?

　I talk with Mr. Blau for a while.

'I see, I see. Then may I leave that to you?　I'll take care of the food and drinks. And of course, drinks for people who don't like to drink.

Yeah, I'll see what I can do.

　Then me and Mr. Blau made our moves, and as a result, we each did well.

　I was responsible for securing the location, and Brauer was responsible for securing and carrying the food and drinks.
　There were a lot of people willing to help, so it seems that we were able to make it there too.

　◇

　A short time later, in The Dungeon of the Beginning.

''I'm sorry to ask you to do this on such short notice.''

No, no, I'll be happy to help you, Leme.

I hope I can repay you for every bit of help you've given me.

　They are the orc dungeon Boss Thor and the centaur maid Kay.
　They also have dungeon names [Generous Sage] Ronoway and [Zero-Horse Archer] Orobus.

　I visited Thor-san and asked him if he would lend me his magic space.
　Since the venue is rented for the management of the festive competition, it was decided to rent the first tier, the Goblin Forest.

　It's not that I'm not allowed to enter the magical space in the flesh.

　Externally, Orobus-san and I became acquaintances when we fought in a tag-team tournament, and that's how I asked him to take care of this event.

'But is it alright?　That would make some of you wonder about my relationship with Lady Leme.

What?

'What?　Oh, but, uh... you mean you and Leme are, like, this... boyfriend?　Maybe?　Like?　Did you get it wrong?　Might there be someone who does...?

　Kay smiles at Thor's reaction.

''Huh, what's the rush?''

I didn't mean to panic.

"Reme-Sama is very kind and excellent, without any prejudice towards sub-humans. As far as I'm concerned, I don't feel bad about the rumors.

'Gghhhh I agree that Reme is amazing, but.........'

　Kay tends to make fun of Thor, but they're still close to each other today. It's just that they are childhood friends.
　Oh, speaking of childhood friends.

"Reme.......Garo-dono said it's time for a toast.

　Fenix is here.

'Oh, I'm coming. Um, you two are welcome to join us.

Really?　Heh, well, I'm sorry to bother you then.

'Pig Lord. Tonight is a banquet for the qualifiers, and we should withdraw from it.

Ugh............don't be a pig owner. So, Leme-san, another time.

　Kay dragged me away from Thor.

''You're trusting me to be willing to lend you your precious dungeon.

I'm glad you're right.

　With special permission, they built a large fire and surrounded it with everyone.
　Lots of food and drink, lots of space, lots of people.
　There is an excitement before the party.

'Little by little, it's like we're back to the old Reme.

What?

　We exchange a few words as we return.

"You were always the center of it all, weren't you?

I don't really want to remember too much but...

　The fact that I was the leader of the kids, and the fact that I was isolated afterwards when I found out [position (job)], is not fun to remember.

'I'm sorry. But I'm glad.

　You became the Demon King's Army Chief of Staff, you also commanded the Wraith Party, and this and that.



　He seemed unreliable and unable to say what he was thinking well.

　It's not that I don't like talking to Mr. Gallo, but he's a little too close and confused, but he can't put it into words smoothly.

　He doesn't need my help after all that.
　It's like the old days, but we've changed and we live in the present.

I see, it's not something you want to remember.

Right?

　We laugh either way.