Never touch Eldmia Egga - Episode 404
The reversal heroes who were protecting the front lines enter the capital for the first time in many years. To prepare for a war to restore the Margrave of Lévienne, the shield of the kingdom..
That fact alone is enough to create a festive atmosphere in the capital city. The reason for this situation, even though only one unit returned briefly for another operation, was simple..
There is enough room on the front line to separate units for important operations. We are not pushed back. The kingdom will not lose. On the contrary, there is room to deliver a proper blow. etc.
Even though there is no large-scale propaganda being carried out, you can tell with your eyes closed that things are going in that direction. Even the stories told while sitting in a teahouse were like that. Some were even saying that it was certain that the kingdom's army would push its way to the capital of the Demon Territory at the same time as it regained the Margrave of Levien..
The atmosphere was generally like that, perhaps because we were getting through the winter without any problems with food, clothing, and shelter. It wasn't a bad place to kill time, but neither Cheryl nor I were in a position to comfortably listen to such optimistic stories, so we ended up getting up and going outside as the parade started..
In the end, it was a very wise choice. The street, which had apparently seemed quiet, began to throng with people as soon as the trumpet sound announcing the return of the army sounded in the distance..
"Do you think you can even watch this properly??"
"Mmm..."
Cheryl wasn't short, but she wasn't tall either, so she looked a little embarrassed when several young people gathered together to build a wall. That sight reminded me of her days when I was struggling to get requests from her adventurer bulletin board, and I burst out laughing. When she heard me laugh, she immediately opened her eyes. I decided to pick her up and sit on her shoulder..
There was a little stronger resistance than usual, but it only lasted for a moment. The attention of those around her was slightly focused on her as she suddenly rose up, but the majestic knights who soon appeared took all the attention, and we were able to leisurely watch their return..
The parade, with cheers coming from all directions and a military band, was truly spectacular. I roughly heard that they were bringing a unit, but I didn't know exactly how many troops they were planning to bring, but there were quite a few knights riding horses and leading the way. Not only people but also horses were wearing much thicker armor than normal armor, and not only knights but also military equipment was like this on average..
It wasn't as good as the similar powered suit knights that Esmueh had brought in last time, but after seeing the soldiers wearing something as good as the full plate armor of the knights, I got a feel for what the average equipment on the front line was like. Even those without aurors can survive with such equipment..
At that time, I heard the voice of a completely unexpected person next to me in my ear..
"Wow, power inflation is going to be worse than expected.?"
"Crazy fucking surprise.!"
I was so startled that I almost dropped Cheryl, so I hurriedly got off my shoulder and picked her up in my arms. Then, Sheryl, who was just as surprised as me, jumped up like a cat that saw a cucumber. The other passers-by who were pushed by us let out a double cry, and the person who surprised me burst into laughter..
"Hey, is it because it’s a rare sight? It's so much fun surprising your little brother. how have you been doing?"
Siegfried, whom I met after a long time, had grown considerably taller in just a few months..
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Due to Siegfried's sudden appearance, we ended up having to find a suitable tea house again..
Fortunately, no one appeared who was horrified to recognize the warrior of the empire. It was only natural that he had not yet shown his face in the kingdom. Siegfried was truly calm as he calmly looked at the crowd outside while ordering tea, but the problem was that his position was that of a warrior..
This isn't an enemy camp, so there won't be any problems if you go alone, but there's something wrong with a person who should be in the empire acting like this.?
"What are you doing alone in a place like this??"
Thanks to that, I put in a really, really great effort and purified myself to ask the question, but Siegfried asked back as if he was surprised..
"Eh? Didn't you hear? This time, the empire decided to do a little bit to help fill the hole created by the military movement.."
"...Isn’t that a military secret??"
"is it? Well, this is the lady from that family and her younger brother is my younger brother.."
Siegfried had truly said something amazing without even thinking about it, but he spoke in a quiet tone and chose his own words, as if he had no thoughts at all. And even though it was a tea shop, those voices were naturally buried among the voices of people who were in high spirits after watching the military march just now..
Cheryl, who hadn't had a long conversation with Siegfried, looked at me and asked, 'Are you really this kind of person?' He gave me a look that said, and I said, 'That's true.' He answered with a look in his eyes and then asked another question..
"How did we discover it??"
Actually, this was the key. It wasn't like we ran into each other by chance on the street, but I had a strong feeling that he was looking for me. Even if he had heard somewhere that I went to see the parade, it didn't make sense for us to meet so soon..
This time too, the answer was amazing, but Siegfried maintained his attitude that it was no big deal..
"Tessie knew? Well, it seems like there is a way to find it using divine power, but I don't know the specifics.."
For a moment, my blood almost started to boil as I wondered if this damned self-destructive woman was going to rip me off one more time..
But when I thought about it, it seemed like it was close to tracking the divine power I contained, so I decided to just skip it. She benefited from this trivial incident because she figured out that the saint might have a way to track her own divine power..
Siegfried seemed to still be unaware of my amazing encounter, so I changed the topic without forgetting to nod my head in agreement..
"It doesn't deserve to be tracked like that without my knowledge, but I'll just move on. It doesn't seem like there's anything urgent enough for you to move like this. Why did you come here so quickly??"
On the one hand, I wondered if I should at least hint about the Suicide Saint Woman's unusual mental state... but since it seemed odd to gossip about a bitch I hadn't officially seen since the Great Devil incident, I decided to wait and see..
The reason he came to me and hit me like that was ultimately for Siegfried's safety, so I don't think he would really be harmed if I left him alone, and he burned me once, so even if a similar situation were to happen, he would think about it a little before making his move. I guess this is it. If I can't do that, somewhere without me, I'll go to the side of the God I serve, shouting that explosions are art..
I gathered my thoughts and waited for Siegfried's answer. Siegfried stroked his chin with a strange expression and slowly opened his mouth..
"Actually, like my brother said, I didn't come because I was busy with some business. The primary purpose was to congratulate him on receiving a medal and becoming a wandering knight, and the secondary goal was to see his face as well. The promise made in the basement of the Academy is still valid.?"
You're talking about defeating all the demons. I nodded lightly in the affirmative, but Siegfried's reaction was not so bright. It was as if there was still a reason left, but in reality, there was more to be said..
"And the last reason... This may be a bit long-winded, but it was very intense. So I came here to tell you to be careful.."
"...Be careful? what do you mean?"
"Are you saying that your younger brother will also join the expedition with that girl? Shouldn’t I be there in the first place? I had a very strong feeling. It's a bit hazy now, but it happens sometimes. Should I call it intuition or revelation? Tessie tends to view it as the latter.."
No, if a person called a hero says something like that, you can't just listen to it with one ear and let it go. Siegfried, who saw my expression becoming bizarre in real time, blushed slightly and added an explanation..
"I don't think it's anything very serious. It feels different. On the contrary, since it has been taken care of, nothing can happen. but..."
"...There is nothing wrong with being careful.."
"That's it. My younger brother will take care of himself, but if he lets his guard down and the girl gets hurt, it's a different story.?"
As a man who carries around three women at once, you really know him well. To be honest, when he suddenly appeared, I thought he was going crazy again, but knowing that it was an act of pure kindness, I began to feel solemn..
"So are you heading east like this??"
"that's right. Maybe the day after tomorrow? That's enough to move it. In fact, this is almost like something that came out secretly. If the devil finds out, he'll be furious.?"
Siegfried was giggling, but that smile was a little different from what he had shown before. And it was obvious what that seemingly forced smile meant. Although I have fought many battles, it is my first time on a battlefield where an all-out war against demons is taking place, so it is understandable that I am nervous. In fact, it may be a complex and subtle feeling because it is a process of getting closer to the same things that brought you here..
Still, 'I'm a hero, so I'm invincible!' Since I was in a much better condition than saying this and getting killed, I filled my mouth with wonder and said a magic spell to encourage courage..
"Do you fight for a day or two? What are you afraid of?."
"Baby, I'm not scared.!"
the spell was effective.
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