Shinka no Mi

"Master Alf..."

I---Zachiah Gilford was staring at the face of his ancestor, Alf Dia Kaiser, who slept quietly in front of him.

Alf-sama has been corrupted by a curse that won't wake him up for years.

--- [Sleep for a long time].

This cursed man continues to fall asleep without ever waking again and slowly moves towards death.

In the past, the muscles were bold, and Alf-sama, who was overwhelmed with domination, was completely thin and thin, and there was no shadow to be seen at that time.

"How did this happen...?"

It was really sudden that Alf-sama was cursed.

One day, Alf-sama, who should normally be awake, won't wake up.

I immediately called the doctor and examined the body, and found that I was cursed.

Why was Lord Alf cursed, and who did this?

I looked it up, but I couldn't get a clue.

In the end, I settled on the conclusion that Alf-sama's curse was naturally expressed or unique to this land.

Although extremely rare, the curse could occur naturally, and even more so in a land where a war had been waged in the past, it was cursed by a spirit stained there, and there was also a possibility that a curse could be imposed other than the "curse tool".

In fact, the lands of the Kaiser Empire were won by war by their ancestors a long time ago.

... but I can't be convinced by that...

……

When Alf was in office, the Kaiser Empire was also a vibrant country.

However, the Kaiser Empire has changed since Alph's fall and the reign of Sheld Wal Kaiser, the current emperor.

"What should I do...?"

Even if I asked, the Alf-sama in front of me would not give me an answer.

This room, where Alf-sama slept, was too modest to be treated like an ancestor, and it was not very well managed.

But, on the contrary, this may have been a good thing.

Alf-sama, who hated gorgeous decorations and had a strong character, would settle down in this room.

Besides, I don't know what's going to happen in the castle.

Therefore, this place is conveniently out of sight.

Alf-sama's room, as usual, is tidied up, and a man comes along.

Zakia-san, were you here?

"Orfe"

It was my subordinate, Orpheus Almond.

He had some materials in his hand.

Orpheus looks at Alf-sama as he approaches me.

"...... I still can't wake up, can I?"

"... oh, so how did it go?"

"Yes, no one has seen His Majesty, after all."

I was just using Orpheus and the Second Knights to research the castle.

Because one day, the emperor disappeared at the border.

Instead, Helio's men parted the castle and issued various instructions.

Where the hell did the Emperor go?

"However, I think I'm alive because I can sense the signs of people in His Majesty's room..."

"Hmm..."

After all the speculation, I didn't know why the emperor disappeared.

“But I'm sure something is going on. In the last few weeks, quite a few maids and butlers have disappeared.”

"Where is it?"

Of course, I don't know.

As His Majesty disappeared, the number of people working in the castle increased.

At first, it felt slightly uncomfortable, but the change manifested itself, and now the castle only sees corrupt aristocrats and the First Knights.

Once so vibrant, the castle was now in ruins.

"... I understand for now." They told the group to keep investigating. However, if you feel any danger, you should leave immediately. "

"I see.... ah!" Speaking of which, does Zachia know about the rumor? ”

Rumor?

It seemed that he remembered something, and Orpheus spoke with a serious expression.

“Yes, I was talking about the Kingdom of Wimbledon, but it seems that King Ranseff was cursed.”

"What? Is that true?"

“Yes, but this is not the end of the story. What a curse on King Ranself."

"What!?"

That was exactly what I was looking for.

What do you mean! It's not like I wasn't cursed from the beginning, is it?

"Yes, I'm sure he was cursed." It seems that the weapon used for the assassin's assault was a [spell].... "

"An assassination?"

I've never heard of that country being targeted by any other country, or making enemies diplomatically.

... no, the Emperor of this country, Lord Sheld, must have been the only one who hated that country.

"Wait, so that assassination..."

"... perhaps from my country."

"Ugh! Even though Alf-sama collapsed by a curse, you're going to use that curse for assassination!?"

I was about to explode my anger, but I managed to keep it down.

"Huh... hah... I'm sorry. I'm so confused."

"No, I know how you feel..."

Orpheus also endured the wrath of our nation's deeds.

But when that happens, one doubt arises.

Is it really a coincidence that Lord Alf has fallen?

It's possible that Alf happened to take over the curse from this land.

At that time, it was precisely Helio's face that ruled the current Kaiser Empire that passed through my head.

"I can't believe it..."

If he had defeated Alf-sama and used the same tools to set him up in another country, it would not have been forgiven.

"Of course, I can't blame him now that there's no evidence..."

"Orpheus, find out about the Kingdom of Wimbledon as soon as possible." I wish I could find someone who broke the curse, but even if I can't find them, you can find out if I really succeeded in breaking the curse. "

"Understood. Will you prioritize our information or your search for the emperor?"

It doesn't matter if it's a curse.

Perhaps we should confirm the whereabouts and safety of His Majesty, but as Helio runs the country, there are still major flaws.

If so, the first thing I wanted to do was find a way to decurse and wake up Alf-sama.

"Look, I'll find you a clue to the curse anyway!"

Hah!

Orpheus replied and immediately left the room.

"Master Alf... please wait a moment." I'll definitely remove your curse...! "

I had to make up my mind and leave the room.

◆◇◆

"That's why I'm going to the Kaiser Empire!"

"Even if I say I'm going for a walk..."

I went back to the inn and told Sarria and the others that I had been asked to do so by Kanazuki that day.

Then Al continued in a grumpy mood.

"But... those guys are the ones who've done terrible things to you, aren't they?" Then why don't you just leave it alone? "

"That's right, Lord!" There is no need to worry about such a phenomenon! You just have to disappear on your own! "

"Rune is so extreme..."

While smiling bitterly at their reaction, I honestly tell myself how I feel.

"Of course, I didn't even forgive you, and of course I have the feeling that I'm going to have a bad time." But it's also true that leaving me like this is disgusting. Besides, Senpai Kanazuki will be sad. I really want senpai to laugh... "

"...... hey, it's for that woman."

"Heh!? Ah, yes, but that's not it!"

Al was obviously in a bad mood, so when he explained in a hurry, Sarria smiled.

I think it's best to do what Makoto likes.

"Sarria..."

"After all, if you like Seiichi, everyone will be happy in the end!"

Sarria has always been very positive about me, even though she has no basis.

This is not after eating the fruits of evolution and becoming a person.

When I was a gorilla, Sarria thought about me and always took me seriously.

That's why I don't think I'm going to let anyone down.

Then, Al, who seemed grumpy until just now, let out a big sigh.

”Hah... well, I know you're that kind of person”

"Al..."

"Well... I'm a little jealous." But I'm not like you.... "

"... thank you"

Taking my word for it, Al turned to face the odor.

Then Origa and Zora pushed my back.

"... nnh. I think I should move as you think, oniichan."

"Y-yeah, that's right! So we were saved!"

"... but, oniichan is going alone this time, right?"

"Yeah... well, the main thing is to rescue them rather than go to a fierce fight." If anything, it might be better to move so that we don't find out. "

Actually, I don't know what's going to happen, and if you don't listen to me when you're on your way to help, there's a chance you might get mad.

Well, we need to try this all the time.

"The Lord is fine!" If you can't, just turn it off. "

"You're really radical!?"

I don't think it's a former donkey!

Sarah tilts her head as she pulls her cheeks against Luna's words.

So, when are you going?

"I see... I'm thinking of starting tomorrow morning." I've never been to the Kaiser Empire, so I can't use transfer magic. "

"... even if you've never been to a place before, it looks like you can use transfer magic to get around."

"No, no, no, no..."

... I guess I can.

But I won't do it!

You don't have to go and take mental damage on your own.

Besides, I've decided to help, but I'm sure I haven't forgiven you... Then you'll have to allow me some time to go directly to the Kaiser Empire!

You mean, narrow-minded? Shut up!

All in all, I had everyone push my back, and I finally set off for the Kaiser Empire.