The following day, regular meetings had been held at the headquarters of the White King's Knights.
It began with a word by Reinhardt that "Greyberg made the information public," followed by the five who were told that "the royal castle seems to have disappeared," and the conference room was quiet at first, not knowing what that meant.
"Disappearing, what does that mean?"
Reid questioned the expression "disappeared”.
"He said everything on its property, including the royal castle, had disappeared overnight. Only the walls and gates are left, and kings, princesses, and other officials are missing. They had large holes in the tracks that seemed to have been deeply shredded from earth to earth. In addition, there was another strange statement -"
Reid isn't the only one.
Each of the other White King knights looks hard to understand.
"It's a giant black sphere that most of the people have witnessed. That showed up early in the morning, and the figure was also visible from the town near Grayberg - Mira, he said. The estimated position is on the property of the royal castle and the disappearance of the castle seems to be related to this sphere"
But one person, Sierra, was the only one who reacted differently.
Because if that is due to the heart of the dragon, it is clear that the political sect is involved.
"Reinhardt. Does that mean the dragon's heart did it?
It was just all the first ears, and nothing had been heard from the political ministry.
"The release of information is the intention of the newly reigning king - Arthur Greyberg, he says, but he affirms in writing that the cause is almost certainly the heart of the dragon"
This would mean that the political sect is also involved.
Confused, for a moment, I feared the deeds of the political ministry.
But the fact that the castle disappeared was not so easy to understand, it was also half-hearted.
"We'll keep you posted on this case as soon as we get some information, and then Sierra, I need to talk to you."
"... wah, is that me?
Reinhardt's voice was heard where I was concerned about the political sect and my mind was off the agenda.
Sierra turns around like she's been stuck by surprise.
"Nito is leaving this country soon. With that, Sierra. I'm trying to relieve you of your duties as White King knight."
Not immediately comprehensible, Sierra lost her words.
"I was consulted by Hilda more than before"
Sierra looked at Hilda.
"Sierra. This is not compulsory. I don't mind if you say you stay in this country. But Hilda wants you to travel."
"Sierra. I think you should see the world once."
"Sister..."
"Even if you stay here, you'll always be what you are. If you travel with Masamune-kun or Toa and see all kinds of things and touch all kinds of values, something will surely change. And you want it too."
But I'm a White King knight.
"A White King knight can do it when he's older. But now is the only time to travel with them. Everyone has a chance. But once you miss it, you're rarely next."
"Why did your sister tell me to change? What am I not supposed to do?
Reid whispers as he quietly listens there.
"Honestly, you know, you can talk to my family elsewhere, but, well, I've been with you for quite a while. That's why I dare say it in silence. Sierra, the point is, if you look at your sword, it's easy."
"Sword, is it......... what is the problem with my sword?
"I lost like no other. Not what I can say, but your sword is an exemplary sword. Assuming one of you is to teach swordsmanship to a kingdom knight, I will not hesitate to choose you. Your sword doesn't have much clearance. But that's just an example."
"Excuse me, Reid. I don't know what you're trying to say."
"- It's too normal. There's nothing in your sword. Naturally, I would have learned something from that battle. But let me get this straight. Your growth ends here, no further than this. I guarantee that."
There was a mixed anger of remorse in Sierra's eyes.
But there is no objection, and I am desperate.
"The sword is a mirror that mirrors itself, in my case a sickle. There's bound to be that color somewhere. I'm not saying I don't have personality. But regardless of the sword, you're too normal yourself. You are normal in character, personality, and the various elements that form people. There's no weakness in your justice or morality. Exactly the example itself. I'm not ashamed to show it to anyone. But that's your weakness. You always lose when you compete with someone of the same level. That means you can only beat the basement. That's who you are now."
"... I don't know. Is Reid trying to say that my justice is wrong?"
"It means it's a borrowing sword. If you want to be just a knight, that's fine. But if you want more than that, you need to find your own sword."
…………
"Sierra, the conclusion doesn't have to be immediately now. But we need to decide before Nito leaves."
To Reinhardt's words, Sierra leaned down with a word, "Okay."
Ecalato mansion.
Some time after the meeting, there was a figure of Sierra and the political sect by the flower beds in the garden.
The political ministry called in to talk was waiting for Sierra's word.
But I knew what Sierra would say to the political ministry that had been asked beforehand by Hilda and King Arnold.
"I heard about Greyberg. The castle disappeared..."
"Right."
"We also heard recently that Masamune and Toa could leave the King's Capital."
"Nem's going to church right now. They're also going to Mr. Sharon's. When Sister's permission comes, I'll take Nem with me. I knew I wanted to follow you."
"Really?"
So there was another time in the conversation.
The political ministry was aware of Sierra's atmosphere.
But Sierra was also aware that she had brought up the subject of Nem in an attempt to distract her from the conversation.
Still, Sierra pursues.
"Masamune... do you think Masamune did the right thing?
"You mean Greyberg"?
"Yes."
"... I don't think it's right, but I didn't decide whether or not it's right. I just don't regret it."
But there was regret in the ministry.
The political sect himself, not knowing who the emotion was, now he just calls it "regret," but there was a continuing feeling of something hooked up.
"I heard the castle disappeared, does that mean you don't even regret it"
"There's a guy who said that good and evil are abstract. He also said he believed in what he did. On the other hand, I chose a path I wouldn't regret. Words are different, but I think the essence is the same. I have no regrets."
"... they say there's nothing in my sword"
A political sect peeks into the side of Sierra in abrupt words.
"They say my justice and thoughts are given. If you don't have enough experience, it's a borrowing sword, that's what they said...... I think I had some less positive thoughts about Masamune's deeds before. No, I still think so. But even that emotion is borrowed, and now I can't believe myself somewhere.... Masamune, what should I do?"
"... you can't care less"
The political sect was lost in the way it answered.
"Did Reinhardt say that? Or that badly behaved knight? Either way, I don't care if we say that to you only for 18 or 17 years. Of course, but if I find out, I can be blamed. Instead of the death penalty. But if we hadn't done anything, the war would have started."
"War, is... so you're saying it's justice?
"I didn't go to stop the war myself, and I don't know because that's dragon-hearted reason, but aren't those guys, say, necessary evils?
"I don't know. I can't make a decision right now. How can I…"
"I thought you meant take a journey to find it. Well, but I think you can think simpler. If you don't want to go, you can stay in the king's capital, and if you want to go, you can leave tomorrow with us."
"What, tomorrow?!?
"Oh, that's sudden and bad. But I really meant to leave sooner. That's the heart of the dragon, the empire, and I just wanted to be late."
"Yes, was it..."
The political ministry knew what Sierra's expression meant when it clouded the words.
I can imagine what you want me to say, but that's what I thought it would be for Sierra to decide.
"Isn't it more fun than playing White King Knight? Plus Toa and Nem will be happy, and there shouldn't be any harm to Sierra. All you have to do is decide Sierra."
I saw Nem and Toa there.
The Sierra I realized makes me smile naturally.
"I want to go..."
Sierra was honestly squealing.
"I... want to travel with everyone"
"Huh? It's simple, isn't it? That's okay, so."
"... right. Perhaps so. It seems strange now that it was simple."
The sun that was illuminating the garden overlaps the side of Sierra spilling a grin of relief.
The expression on Sierra's face welcoming Toa and Nem had no more depressing expressions until earlier.
Before the smiling sight, but the eyes of the political sect did not clear somewhere, and he seemed to see something different.
"No. It's me or..."
A tired grin. The political sect was alone, just looking up at the sky.
The next day.
Arriving at the main entrance of the Wang capital, we were greeted by Yogi-led adventurers and Mr. Sharon, as well as by white king knights in private clothes different from the usual white-based outfits.
Hero.
I mean, I'm leaving the country, and there were residents of the town and travelers around.
Maria was tearing emotionally at the number of dropouts.
"Maria, if you cry, Sierra and Masamune won't be able to cry."
"Mr. Brown, that's in nito, please"
"Well, you did. I asked for Sierra, Nito."
Adventurers paving the way.
So I saw Yogi binding the sarcastic adventurers.
"It's like yesterday that I advised you not to be an adventurer. Even now, I'm sorry to say you were weakest then. You're a hero to this country."
"Huh, he's a convenient guy, you are. See you later, Yogi."
"We're all leaving this country. I'll buy you another beer when I see you on the road. Let's not forget the name of this yogi who bought the hero Nito a beer."
"Oh. I'll remember that."
Nem spares his farewell to Sister.
The same orphanage kids were watching how it went. Sierra bids farewell to Sharon.
Toa grinning bitterly at Cedric's unilateral apology.
When I looked back, there was such a sight in front of me.
"I don't know if it's going to heal anytime soon. I wanted to fight you."
There was Reid in the shadow of the main gate.
Next door is Reinhardt.
"I'm sorry I busted you before, Reid. I'll apologize for the last time."
"Shit, don't remind me. Damn, he's a annoying kid."
In a bad mood, but with a slight grin, Reid walked over to Sierra.
"Are you sure? Take Sierra."
"Oh, I'll take care of Sierra. That's for him and for this country."
"Tell you what, if you're gonna make me look for you, it doesn't make any sense."
"He's a careful guy. That's why they're fake names."
"I have a lot of things, too."
"The destination is communicated to the stranger. Heirkwalt would get there in a few days."
"I'm sorry I didn't ask you to even have a carriage. It helps."
"You're a hero. There's nothing like this. Rather, it's not enough."
"... Bye, Reinhardt. Protect the king's capital."
You don't have to tell me.
There was no further conversation and I headed to the carriage first.
When I realize that, Toa gets in as well.
"Sierra, you look lonely."
"You're leaving your hometown where you've been since birth. I can't help it. You can spare your goodbyes until you feel better."
So I saw Nem running, and I jumped into the carriage with Pyong.
"Nem. Are we done saying goodbye to Sister and everyone in the orphanage?
"... Yes it is. It just makes me sad."
"I'll see you again. We'll come back one day, to see everyone."
I gently stroked my head at how Nem looked at the loneliness.
After a while Sierra boarded, the carriage moved out.
"It's goodbye!
To those who wave their hands off in front of the main gate, Nem was waving his hands out loud and saying goodbye. Toa and Sierra also embark themselves out of the carriage, together and wave back.
"Long live the hero!
When I heard a lot of voices, I was concerned, and I got about half my face out of my sleeve, too.
A far-sighted Mr. Hilda winks "Regards Sierra".
I gave him a little grin back, and he asked me to do it.
Far away from the king's capital.
The three of them waved until they were all blind, but I had one person, the carriage, closing my eyes.
What floats in the darkness are Ariez's face and Saabs, who should have already killed him.
Even thinking about the unpopular emotions that plagued me, I couldn't find the answer, as usual, and my sigh spilled.
He turned his face outside the carriage to escape that feeling of nothingness and asked for an answer at the end of his gaze.
But as always, this gray sky didn't tell me anything.