Never touch Eldmia Egga - Episode 345
It never happened that I had to make a passionate defense and defense of Asilier..
"captain. In the first place, the human race is a group of people who repeatedly rise and fall for less than a hundred years, so wouldn't it be right to look at this human race rather than looking at their age??"
"Hmm, but if my last memory is correct, no matter how human you are, the coming of age ceremony is..."
"It is possible that it was a means of signaling the urgency of the matter...."
"Forest spirits find it difficult to convey long information. I think it was effective."
This is because the elves who were worried together with Celebian with serious faces took it upon themselves to defend Asilier..
It wasn't like I was looking through colored glasses, but rather I was looking at a different race, and I was silent for a moment because I couldn't participate in the passionate conversation with a very open perspective. Then, Celebian gathered his thoughts and apologized awkwardly..
"I'm really sorry about this. Unlike Asilier, I have spent my entire life by the side of my tribe. As a result, I often end up thinking in a closed-minded way without realizing it. He's definitely Asilier's benefactor, but my thoughts are biased to one side.."
'I think that's a normal reaction.' Since I couldn't say that, I smiled and accepted his apology..
"it's okay. That's quite possible.."
For me, it feels close to turning 30 and dating Asilier, but from other people's perspective, it's bound to look completely different. It's even more unfamiliar and surprising to see people trying to accept things without prejudice like this..
Still, looking at her trying to convince herself by muttering, 'Because Asilier wasn't short-thinking or without an eye for people...', it seems that it wasn't a situation that everyone could sympathize with, even from the elves' point of view..
"Anyway, it was fortunate that there were still many forests alive in the Western Kingdom. If the winter had been a little deeper, we wouldn't have been able to meet so quickly.."
I didn't know what Celebian meant by lightly changing the topic, but I was able to guess. You're talking about moving through the forest. I also was in a position where there was no benefit in holding on to the topic of 'Asilier Pedophilia Suspicion' for a long time, so I asked about the topic..
"I experienced it once through Asilier. You moved through the forest.?"
"that's right. It may be rude to those who worked hard, but it was fortunate that we were away in the West. This place is close to the fire dragon's territory, so the effects of winter come much later.."
Even the method of transportation that seemed so convenient seemed to have limitations other than the fact that the forest had to be somewhat connected. Celebian continued his explanation with an attitude of indifference..
"If you move a little further east from here, there is enough forest to go all the way back to the World Tree. Once you return to the tribe through there, you will be able to move as close as possible to Itisel.."
If the forest is connected, you can move. If the World Tree and the forest are connected, you can move from the forest to the World Tree. Even if the World Tree is not connected to the forest, you can move anywhere as long as it is activated? It was such a unique racial trait that all I could say was admiration, but Celebian smiled slightly as if it was evident on the outside..
"It is true that the powers granted by the World Tree and the Forest Spirit are very useful, but they are not as omnipotent as you think. In this case... you could say it's a mixture of repaying what she did for us.."
"Hmm, I see. Anyway, even though it's my first time meeting you, I'm just grateful that you not only treated me kindly but also helped me.."
"ah. I'm telling you in advance, that not all of your tribe members will be friendly to you, even if only briefly. I would like to say upfront that this is an environment where there is a reason why I try to see the world without prejudice.."
''Not everyone in the world will like you.' It wasn't like an educational comment for children, but it meant that there would be some among the elves who didn't look kindly on me..
Well, that can happen. Humans also have hatred, but there is no law that says elves can't have ghosts or ghosts..
"No need to worry. 'Cause I don't mind one bit."
"Hmm... it might be different if you experience it yourself, but I'm glad you said that.."
Don't worry too much. It's really okay.
If something unpleasant happens, they will be the ones who are not okay..
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Celebian, who had had a hectic few days due to Asilier's sudden contact, smiled inwardly as he saw Eldmia, who was very polite and calm, unlike the first meeting where she seemed a little light-hearted..
The woman in charge was Asilier, who boasted that she would never give earrings like that as a gift for the rest of her life. Although she was a good colleague, she was half-taunted by her bravado and fierce nature, asking who would take her..
Although she was not without her quirks, she was a proud member of the tribe who got along well with everyone, so when the decision was made at the tribal council to stop the search for her, many people were angry, wondering if the end result of her noble sacrifice was becoming a slave..
However, the fact that I was able to get through this strange relationship and stay safe before a major disaster occurred is something that I can confidently say was that Asha was with me..
"Oh, is there anything I should keep in mind while accompanying you??"
The most fortunate thing was that the more I talked to Eldmia and saw her actions, the more the unpleasant misunderstanding I felt at first faded away. Even though it had only been a few hours since she met him until night had fallen, she often forgot that he was still a fifteen year old human..
Even if you exclude external factors, this was the case. Seeing the young human who was easier to talk to than most humans, Celebian felt like she could understand Asilier's choice just a little bit..
"There isn't anything in particular. However, since the people of the Western Kingdom do not react very favorably to this race, there is a possibility that they may experience unpleasant events due to us.."
Because there were seven of them, it was not a place where you could feel safe, but because they were all together, it was closer to showing hostility..
Perhaps this tendency may have become stronger due to the orcs constantly invading the territory, but that reason was not important at the moment..
Eldmia only shrugged her shoulders at Celebian's advice and responded that it was no big deal..
"That's the same for me too, so it's okay. Since there is a possibility that something unpleasant may happen to both of us, we can just say so and move on.."
Was it an attempt to lighten the mood and ease the burden? In that case, it was a very funny joke, so the other elves, including Celebian, laughed without any hesitation. Have you ever heard that people express themselves as gentlemanly in times like this? Due to the gentle atmosphere that followed, Celebian completely forgot his first impression of Eldmia..
They greeted the next day like that, and after talking steadily until they arrived at the threshold of the human city in two days, moving slowly according to their walking pace, Celebian and other elves realized that Asilier may have had unusual foresight. Because of this, I began to think that she may have chosen a person named Eldmia as her future husband..
"It's okay for you, but not for you ears.."
okay. Until you reach the threshold of the city.
The gatekeeper's attitude of proudly refusing even though he was shown a card to prove his identity, and those waiting to enter the city laughed at him, but the elves, including Celebian, paid no attention..
Those who lead precarious lives without the awareness that they are under God's protection will inevitably feel anxious, and they may shed indiscriminate hostility to dilute their anxiety..
That attitude was relatively good in the West. So much so that just a few fairy tales can solve the problem..
"why?"
But Eldmia tilted her head to the side and asked back, as if she didn't think so. While the elves bobbed their ears and expressed their confusion at the reaction, which was clearly different from the polite demeanor he had shown so far, the gatekeeper responded with an expression of displeasure..
"Why why? Do you know what those idiots are doing in the city??"
"That's something you should check properly and keep an eye on after you let them into the city. I would understand if they didn't have any proof cards right now, but that's not true, right? If you cause any trouble, it's up to me or the Margrave Kelvast to deal with it. It's not a valid reason for you to neglect your duties.?"
Huh, that was a pretty valid argument. However, it was difficult to believe that such words would make sense to those who are closer to violence than law and logic..
In fact, the gatekeeper's expression became even crumpled upon hearing his words. He turned over the spear he was holding and tapped Elde Mia's chest with the spear's stick, chewing it and spitting it out..
"Huh, fuck. An adventurer who hasn't learned anything from anywhere is trying to teach the gate keeper a lesson? I don't see that you have a Kelvast certificate, but that doesn't mean you won't go to jail, you idiot. I want to stay stuck with the rats for a week and then come out.?"
"It's fun."
fun? this?
For a moment, Celebian checked Eldmia's face, wondering if he had misheard, and felt a strong sense of anxiety at the fierce smile on his lips. It was a smile so menacing that even the gatekeeper, who proudly wielded his spear with the authority of the government at his back, flinched slightly..
However, Eldmia just kept smiling and asked back, not paying attention to the reactions of those around her or the spear hitting her chest..
"do you know the law?"
It didn't take long for Celebian to figure out what the question meant..
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