◆ Sword Maiden Shirone

The Kingdom of Argoa is the northernmost kingdom of mankind.

According to Chiyuki, Algoa means "monitoring" in the words of this world.

Originally named after a giant with a hundred eyes. The giant has no blind spots spatially or temporally because one eye is sleeping but the other is awake, so it can monitor the world globally. That's why the name of the giant means "watching."

The people of Argoa, who bear the name of the giant, will still be watching Nargor.

In the first place, Argoa is the country from which the fort was built to confront the kingdom of Goblin, which existed to the south of the Akelon Mountains.

Warriors gathered from all over the world grew up to attack Nargor at the fort.

Using the fort as a base, the warriors destroyed the kingdom of Goblin and then attacked Nargor across the Akelon Mountains.

And nobody came back alone.

Algoa is a country built by the warriors who remained in the fort.

As a result, Algoa has different characteristics than any other country.

Originally, the kingdom of man was built in a place where man could live and still build walls. However, because Algoa is based on the fort, it is not a very habitable land. As a result, Algoa is not a very rich country. Looks like the food situation is bad.

And to make the warriors their ancestors, the Argoans are a little rough.

For this reason, disputes were likely to arise within the country.

However, even though it was a fight, I heard that it ended at best with a fight, and that it never developed until the killing of each other.

At least that was the case the other day.

"What is it?! The people of this country!!

Kyoka-san complains.

We are now in a guest room in the Kingdom of Argoa. I just saw King Argoa, Omiros' father.

At first glance, it seems to be welcoming on the surface, but I can see the feeling that I didn't want you to come to each of those attitudes. It seems that not only the King but everyone around him thinks the same.

I brought in the trouble of Augu. I know how I hate it, but some people obviously hate it, so I get a little depressed.

And there's Rijena. They are clearly hostile to Rijena.

Algoa was in a state of civil unrest until recently. The battle is over, but the trail is still there.

I felt that the number of people was lower than when I came to this country before. The reason is probably because of the civil unrest. The wounds on the stone walls of the building tell the story of the intensity of the struggle. Probably caused a lot of casualties.

And it was Rijena's father, Cupidus, who started the struggle. I'm sure you still hate that Cupidus.

We must be uninvited guests who brought Rijena, the daughter of Cupidus, to our protection.

"What is it, really?! Rijena herself shouldn't be in a fight!!

Kyoka-san gets angry.

According to Rijena, Rijena herself did not participate in the conflict. Instead, I feel like I was trying to stop it.

Kyoka-san is angry at the attitude of the people of Argoa.

The Rijena remained silent in the corner of the room. I haven't spoken since I entered this country.

"I can't send Rijena back to this country...."

Kaya says. I agree. I didn't think the dispute was so serious. No one wants you to come back to Rijena.

The only exception is Omiros. Omiros was the only one who was worried about Rijena. But even if Omilos thinks so, he can't do anything about it.

If Rijena stays in this country, she will eventually be killed.

"If you think so, turn me into Nargol! Please let me go back to my husband!!

After hearing Kaya's words, Rijena, who had been silent until then, shouted.

And look at us after loud shouting.

"What will you do, Shirone?

Kaya asks me.

"Hmm. What should I do...?

I'm worried.

I've already been able to extract a lot of information from Rijena. Honestly, I feel like I can let her go.

But Omiros is caught. When I think of Rijena, who was worried about him, I'm reluctant to let him go.

"Hmm, Omiros, there's something about you...."

I murmur with a small voice.

"... that means it's up to Mr. Omilos."

"If that's what Shirone decided, I have nothing to say."

Both nodded small.

Rijena was a little dissatisfied with what she was listening to.

"Master Shirone, there are other things to think about."

Kaya keeps saying that.

"What, Kaya?

I ask Kaya.

"It's about the augers. Apparently they are placing Murmidon around Argoa. They'll be here any minute."

Nod at Kaya's words.

The Augurs are after us. Honestly, I'm in your way, but I'm telling you it's the best I can do with Croki.

"Kaya, can't we do something before Augusta and the others get here?

Kaya lays her neck on Kyoka-san's side.

"According to the people of this country, no one knows the whereabouts of the Sweet Castle, the residence of the queen of the pale forest, Kujig. However, there is just a legend that if you smell sweet, you have to leave the scene with all your might. You might know where the ants are coming from... but it's going to take a long time. Croki could come in the meantime."

"That's right...."

Kyoka is disappointed.

While you're looking for Kujig's whereabouts, you might get mixed up with Croki. That's why I can't take measures against the augers.

I wish I could get something from Echigos, but he's under medical treatment with a national pharmacist who has an insect implanted in his body. It's not a very conversational state.

They may also be embedding insects in someone in this country. But it's hard to inspect everyone in this country.

Really, you're such a pain in the ass.

I speak ill of the augers.

"But you can't ignore it. So, Augusta thinks I'm going to take care of him. Master Shirone, please deal with Mr Kuroki."

"I'm sorry, Kaya...."

I apologize.

"Are you okay alone, Kaya?

"If it's just a few augers, I can handle it by myself, miss. I think Shirone-sensei is more difficult than that. Of course Croki, that silver-haired girl is probably much stronger than Auga. So don't push yourself, Master Shirone."

"Yeah, I got it. Kaya san"

That's how I nod.

"Hmm, you just have to let Milord do it!!

Rijena, who was listening to the conversation beside her, made a mistake.

We sigh at it.

I know you're angry about being held captive, but is there anything I can do about it?

"By the way, Rijena. I have a question."

Kaya begins asking Rijena questions.

"What is it?

Rijena answers angrily.

"How long are you going to be in Nargor?

What?

Rijena is puzzled to hear Kaya's question.

"What do you mean?

"In your story, does Kuroki feel like she's trying to bring you and your clan back to life?

Nargor is the world of monsters. It is not a world where human beings can live. With Croki, I guess I managed to live with Nargol.

For that reason, Croki seems to be trying to get Rijena back into the human world. But the human world doesn't have any connections, so it seems like they are struggling to find a recipient.

"What's wrong with that? Sure, Milord is trying to get us back into the world of people. But there's no easy way to find a country that will accept me."

Rijena looks at Kaya as if she were open.

In this world, it is difficult for parents to acquire citizenship unless they are citizens of the country.

In this world, people have limited access to land. Therefore, citizens cannot be increased indefinitely from the relationship of food, etc. Therefore, there is no country that grants citizenship to the extra.

It will be difficult to enter the country unless you are a citizen of your own country or a citizen of a country with which you have entered into an agreement.

And even if you get citizenship, you don't always find a way to work.

As for Croki, he must be looking for a place to stay, not just for Rijena's citizenship, but for the rest of his life.

Kuroki will not irresponsibly throw away the life he picked up once. It should be easy to throw out, but it's a difficult character.

However, it will be difficult for Kuroki, who is not good with people, to find a receptionist. That's why Regina and the others can't get out of Nargor.

"Oh, then shall we take care of you? You can do it, right, Kaya?

Kaya nods when Kyoka-san says so.

"I'm sure we can, miss. I have the money, and if you use the name of the sister of the brave brave who received the favor of the goddess Lena, it will be accepted by any country."

Rijena is surprised at the words.

But I'm sure Kyoka-san can do it. With Kyoka-san's help, you can acquire citizenship of some country and find a way to work. Probably more reliable than Croki.

"Ugh... but I'm on Milord's side..."

I wonder if Rijena thought so too.

Probably Rijena wants to be on Croki's side with Nargor.

But Croki is trying to get Rijena out of Nargor.

"Mr. Rijena. Are you going to leave your clan in Nargor for as long as you want?

"Ugh!!

Regina moans at Kaya's words.

It looks like she was stabbed in a painful place. If you want to stay in Nargor, you can't leave your clan in Nargor forever.

"Well, I wouldn't say right away. Please visit me whenever you change your mind."

Rijena answers nothing to Kyoka's words. It looks like I'm chewing my fingers and thinking a lot.

After that, you can hear voices from outside the door when you are talking to various people.

When I opened the door, Riet stood.

In front of Riet was a platform with wheels on which food was placed.

Looks like you brought me some food.

I was supposed to have dinner with the king, but I had to eat something else because of Rijena.

"Whoa! Whoa! I brought you dinner!!

Riet's voice is either nervous or bitten. Then Riet pushes the table into the room.

"Um... well..."

Riet is in a bad mood. Probably scared of us.

The people of Argoa still remember that Reggie broke out in this country. I'm afraid to see us.

Riet arranges the dishes in tremors.

Riet would be about elementary high school in our world. Pretty cute girl.

It's a little sad to be scared by such a cute girl.

The dishes served are common in this world.

The bean and chicken soup is accompanied by roasted bird meat and fruit. And the vial in the corner of the table probably contains fish sauce.

The amount is quite small, but there are few types.

It is quite inferior to the food served in the Kingdom of Veros.

Well, I knew Algoa wasn't a very rich country, so I wouldn't be surprised. Had it not been for Rijena, I might not have come to Argoa.

"So... I'll see..."

That said, Riet leaves to run away from the room.

I wanted to talk to you a little bit more, but I can't help it.

I watch cooking. It seems simple and doesn't taste very good, but it's not luxurious.

"Would you like to eat Rijena too? It's home-cooked."

I invite Rijena.

Last night, of course, he didn't seem to eat much in the morning or lunch, so he must be hungry.

All of a sudden I hear a lovely sound. The sound of Rijena's stomach. It seems that the food stimulated my appetite.

We laugh face to face.

"Oh, my God! I don't need that!!

Rijena is embarrassed to hold her stomach.

"Fufu, Rijena. Kuroki will be sad to see you again."

Kaya brings Croki in.

"I see... I can't let you grieve Milord..."

When I pull Croki out, that's how Rijena breaks.

Really, I wonder what's good about Croki. Pretty bad, though.

"It's quite a sumptuous meal... Uncle Montes can't treat the brave sister roughly either....."

Rijena looks at the food and says.

"Is this a fancy meal in this country?

Kyoka-san asks. I don't think other people hate it, but Kyoka-san is not a hater. I'm just asking.

"That's right. This is a luxurious meal in this country. I wouldn't even serve fish sauce if it weren't all the time...."

Rijena answers Kyoka's words without anger.

The world's seasonings are generally salt, vinegar and fruit oil. Fish sauce is not common.

But it's not just common in my knowledge, and it shouldn't be that hard to get. It must be valuable in Argoa.

"A really poor country... No crop is produced here. In a way, I'm poorer than Nargor."

"Is Nargor poor?

"You're poor for people. Still, you can take care of that for your husband. The food here is poorer than the one served in Nargol."

Rijena answers my question.

"Hmm, what does Kuroki usually eat?

"Milord is..."

Rijena starts talking about Croki.

Rijena's mouth is really light. He keeps telling me what I want to know about Kuroki.

That's why I was able to get too much information from her.

As far as her story goes, Croki doesn't seem to be completely manipulated.

She thinks she's in the way of Regina, but Croki isn't trying to get rid of her.

But Kuroki seems to take care of the girl, Kuna.

Kuna seems to be the daughter of the Devil King in Rijena's story. When Rijena first met Croki, she didn't show up at all, but one day she suddenly showed up.

And it seems that from everyday life, Kuroki said that it was his.

That's why he must be manipulating Kuroki, turning him into a dark knight. But I can't hear you completely because you have incomplete control.

That is the conclusion that I deduced from the previous story.

Perhaps it would be faster to meet the child than to talk to Croki.

Where are Croki and Kuna now?

Maybe he's already near Algoa.

I am asking the people of the Kingdom of Argoa to be alert to the sky. Croki is likely to come from the sky because he has a dragon.

If anything stands out about dragons, you'll soon find out.

"I'll be waiting... Come quickly, Kuroki...."

That's how I murmured.

◆ Prince Omiros of Algoa

"These women are evil gods, really... I can't believe I brought this in...."

Maxis complains when he sees a man and a wolf on a trolley.

Maxis and herself are carrying werewolves in a trolley.

The werewolf is stranded and immobilized.

Initially, it was the most robust building in Argoa, trapped in a reservoir, but the reservoir administrator asked me to relocate it, if I could, on my way to another location.

Argoa has nothing to lose in jail. If you're going to be locked up in jail, you're going to be executed or banished.

However, there is a temporary place of confinement. However, even if you can lock people in there, it's not suitable for locking people out.

"You shouldn't say that, Maxis. She is loved by the Goddess and is the sister of the brave."

Embarrass the complaining Maxis.

The most faithful god in Argoa is the goddess Reina. Machus' words seemed disrespectful to the goddess.

Algoa was close to Nargor, so it was only natural to believe in goddesses hostile to the Demon King.

One of the sparks of civil unrest is the loss of support from the Argoans of Cupidus for their hostility against the brave.

"That said, Omiros... The Dark Knight has an Augur here because of these women coming to Argoa. If you suck, Argoa could be destroyed...."

I know what Maxis is trying to say. Only one of these two poses an immortal threat to Argoa.

"Maxis, we are Argoa's warriors. What are you going to do when you're afraid of the Dark Knight and the Augur?"

The people of Argoa are descendants of the warriors who gathered to attack Nargor. What will the descendants do when they are afraid of monsters?

"That's fine with me...."

Argoa's warriors may be weakening with the times. McCussis is weak.

"Don't worry, Maxis. And they'll take care of it. Did you see that? One of them could easily defeat Murmidon... Maxis, you wouldn't know because you weren't there.

But she says she can handle the auger. "

Until the other day, they were seeing their father, Montes. That's what a woman like Kaya said to my father.

"Really... Then I won't say anything more about this, except for Rijena."

The words of McCussis darken my heart.

Is it still no good?

Can't you protect Regina anymore?

It was very sad to think so. It's not just Maxis. Everyone is neglecting Regina.

Many people died in the hands of Cupidus. Even though she didn't do it directly, her daughter, Rijena, also avenged everyone.

Maybe Rijena should stay away from Argoa.

It was really nice to meet Regina again. I dreamed that I would be able to go back as before.

Think about the Dark Knight. The Dark Knight who helped Rijena seems to have been very kind.

The Dark Knight of Nargor helps Rijena when the same person tries to kill her. What an irony.

But I don't want Rijena to be unhappy. That's why I had to make a decision.

Where is the Dark Knight? We may already be near this Argoa to get Rijena back.

With that in mind, I get to where I want to be.

It is an empty house. Originally the outer wall of the fort was renovated and turned into a house.

It was also the home of the Cupius family. The house was the only safe in the civil unrest, and the captured Rijena was temporarily detained here.

The wooden projecting windows of this house are struck with a board, and one of the two entrances and exits is also blocked with a board.

I'm a little worried about locking up a werewolf anyway, but there's nowhere else to hold him. In the meantime, we'll have to put a werewolf here.

"Oh, aren't you a young man? Are you going to let someone in again?

And he that standeth before this house shall be called unto. It is obviously the guard of this house.

I wonder why there are guards. And I'm worried about what you have to say.

Again?

I ask the guards.

"Oh, I'm sorry. Didn't I tell you?"

The answer was not sentry, but Maxis.

"I caught a suspicious man while you were taking the brave sisters to your uncle's place."

It is my first time hearing it.

"Anything seems to have happened when they went outside to see Murmidon and the others. They're from the Rocks kingdom, quite south of here."

I know about Rox Kingdom. I have stopped by once in the past. There is a considerable distance from there to here. What the hell are you doing here?

"He claims to be just a traveler. I was kept in custody for as long as the situation was right."

Maxis is right, it's an emergency. Dark Knight and Augur may attack us, so we're all in awe.

And those who are in custody now may be like Echigos. That's why I took him into custody.

"Really... what kind of person are you? A bard?"

A bard is a person who makes auditions and visits places to sing.

Bard is welcome in Argoa, where entertainment is scarce. Had it not been for this situation, he would not have been detained. Bad luck.

"Oh, he called himself a bard."

Instead, it was Maxis who answered.

"I checked the luggage and it's broken, but I'll take the instruments. Yeah, that's right. I had something else."

"Amazing stuff?

When Maxis says so, he grabs what he leaves beside the sentry.

"Here, look at that."

Take what Maxis offered.

"Shield?"

It was a circular shield.

There is a pattern of jewelry embedded in various places, which appears to be quite expensive.

And then I realize something.

"This is.... Could it have been a magic shield!!

The shield does not reflect light from the outside, but shines slightly.

It's amazing. Magic tools are not readily available.

It's inferior to what Kyoka-sama and the others have, but it's still unusual.

Magic Weapon Armor cannot be crafted by humans, but only by dwarfs. Even that dwarf can't make magical weapon defenses without materials. As a result, few people have magical weapon defenses.

Think about the restrained bard. Who the hell are you?

"Make it yours, Omiros. I'm going to have to fight the Dark Knight and the Augur."

Indeed, McCussis is right. It may be a battle from now on. That's why you should have magic armor.

However, he shakes his neck against the words of McCussis.

"No, Maxis. That's not what a proud warrior does."

No matter how painful it may be, you should not do such a thing.

Don't take things from others. I thought about it when I was traveling. There are enemies called goblins and orcs, and humans must not take each other.

So this shield should be returned to the owner.

"Really... I can't help it if you say so."

I raised my hand and murmured that Maxis had no choice.

"So I'll return this shield and luggage to the owner. Can you open the door, please? I need to see someone inside."

Okay, young man.

The guard opens the door.

I don't think there was anything inside. I think they took all the furniture. There is someone sitting in the corner of the room. Perhaps he is a bard.

You realize they're coming in or you stand up.

"I'm sorry, I'm traveling. I've seen things like this."

Lower your head to the bard.

"No, raise your face, Prince. I don't mind. Apparently, it came at a bad time."

The bard forgives me. And how did you know he was a prince?

Really?

Look up at the bard.

He is about the same age as himself. She has a good look on her black hair. If you look closely, it may be more beautiful than pulses.

But he doesn't look very prominent.

The clothes are plain. It may be worn by women, but I may not like flashy clothes.

Think about that.

I don't know who he is from his appearance. But let's get my stuff back.

"I will return my luggage."

Encourage the watchman to hand over the instrument and the luggage he had.

He gets the instrument and the luggage.

"And this too....."

Give me the shield I had in my hand.

But he won't take it.

I'll give you that shield, Prince.

"" What?!

The two men in the back raise their voices in the same way.

"Something terrible is going to happen. That shield should help."

"Could you have heard the conversation outside?

This house should not be soundproof. Maybe that's why I heard you talking outside.

The bard scratches his head while laughing, "Hahaha."

"No, I can't believe I got something like this...."

Magic armor is precious. Some people don't sell no matter how much gold they load.

Besides, I couldn't believe you wouldn't lend it to me.

"You should have that shield, Prince. I think it will help you. So please protect your loved one."

But the bard shakes his head and answers. Who are you really?

"Take it, Omiros! You're a good guy, though, you! Come to me and I'll serve you some bean dishes!!

Maxis smacks the bard on the shoulder and says.

I doubt whether bean dishes are a treat, but there are only so many dishes that can be served in this country.

"That's right. I put werewolves in this house. So please come to our house. Thank you for your shield."

Invite him to a meal just like Maxis.

I don't know who this person is. But Maxis is right, and you should thank him.

"No, it's fine here. Something terrible is about to happen."

But the bard shakes his head and refuses.

"But there are wolves in here."

"It's okay. Looks like the werewolves are bound by chains... And I'd like to talk to a werewolf."

"Really...."

I think it's a strange person to want to talk to a werewolf. I hear, however, that many bards are curious. Maybe he is, too.

"So don't worry."

The bard answers with a smile.

"Oh, what a strange guy to want to talk to a werewolf. Then I'll let my sister bring you dinner later."

Maxis laughs. Instead, Maxis says what he thought he didn't say. Wouldn't that be rude?

"No, what's your name?

Maxis continues his words.

Speaking of which, I don't know the bard's name.

The bard asked for his name answers after a little thought.

My name is Kuro.

The name Kuro is a name I don't hear much about. He said he came from the Rocks kingdom, but perhaps he was actually born in a country farther away.

"Black, that's a weird name."

"Maxis!!

Maxis says something rude again.

Excuse me, Master Kuro.

"No, I don't really care."

Kuro waves his hand and answers.

"By the way, Prince. I heard this country has a hero named Parsis...?

"What, you. You're aiming for a pulse?

Bard likes to sing heroes.

Parsis is a man worthy to call a hero who is famous in neighboring countries for his Goblin extermination.

It is no wonder that a bard is accusing me of it.

He will want to meet Parsis and sing.

"Sure, Pulsis is in this country. But I'm not here right now."

"Really...."

Kuro seems a little disappointed. I'm sure he wanted to see Parsis.

"Wasn't Kuro really going to give this shield to Parsis? If the parsis comes back, shall I give it to the parsis?

A hero deserves magical weapons and armor. Perhaps it is better for a pulse to have one than to have this shield if you are incapable in particular.

That's why I say it with a laugh.

"Yikes! That's no good! Prince! Never give that shield to the Pulsis! You should use!!

Suddenly, Kuro said it in a hurry. It seems that the calm attitude I have shown you earlier is a lie.

"What? Oh, yes? I see....."

The momentum pushes me to answer.

"Excuse me, Prince. I got upset."

That's what Kuro says, Haha laughs. Who is he, after all? I feel a little suspicious.

But if you think about it, you won't know.

I talked a little too much. It's time to go. We need to consolidate our defenses before the Dark Knight or Augur arrives.

Well then, Lord Kuro. This is what we do. "

That's how I bowed my head to Black.

"No"

Kuro lowered his head.

And they leave home.

"Maxis, what do you think of Lord Kuro?"

Leave the house and ask Maxis for a while.

"Come on... Somehow I feel like I'm not the only one."

Apparently, McCussis thought Black wasn't the only one.

"But you gave me a shield, and you're not a good guy?

But keep saying easy things.

"Hey you....."

But Maxis was right. He didn't look bad.

"What should I do? You want me to take you to those women? It could be an insect implanted in your body."

He was certainly suspicious. That's why we should report it to them.

But I shake my head at the words.

"No, I'll stop..."

One of Augusta's men should take him.

But I feel something different. He is far too suspicious to be an Auga spy.

Besides, if you're going to implant bugs, it's faster to make them someone from Argoa. There must be plenty of gaps. You don't have to go out of your way to use people.

That's why I don't think he works for Augustus.

So who is he? If you're not one of Augustus's men, are you one of the Dark Knights?

I don't think it's the Dark Knight himself. However, there is a possibility of a subordinate. I don't know why you gave me the shield, but maybe there was some intention. But I dare to ride it.

That's why you don't have to say anything to them.

"I see... if you say so, I won't say anything."

"I'm sorry...."

"That's good. Whatever you want...."

Maxis thinks of himself, even though he doesn't speak well. And I have to thank you.

Let's go, Maxis.

Ah.

That's how I start walking.

◆ Bard Croki

"We managed to meet well....."

I disguised myself as a bard and infiltrated Argoa to meet Omiros.

I wanted to see who I was once. Looks like a pretty good guy. I think he'll let Rijena handle it.

That's why Dwarf Dario made it for me.

Even so, the schedule went a little crazy. I didn't think you'd be detained. If we were to be taken to Shirone's, we would have to run.

Touch the broken instrument. It was originally a violin.

"I heard that a bard can easily enter the country...."

I heard from Rijena's mother-in-law that being a bard makes it easy to enter the country. And I came to Argoa in disguise.

I didn't use a hidden form because I wanted to meet and speak with dignity from the front. I wanted to know what he was like.

Even if you approach in hidden form, you don't think you can talk properly and be alert, and you won't be able to know who you are.

Well, after all, it looks like somebody's suspicious. But I think people can find out.

All we have to do is get rid of the pulses and confirm Rijena's will.

But I don't know where Parsis is, and there are Shirone and the others on Rijena's side.

The goal of Parsius may be to grab Rijena while he and Shirone are at war. That's why I have to hit you.

Kuna said she'd take care of the Shirones and jumped out, but where did she go? Honestly, I just have a bad feeling about this.

I may not be able to let go of Kuna or Shirone. You may not be able to do anything when the pulse moves.

If anyone could save Regina, it would be Omyros.

I want to help you with Rijena as much as I can. But I don't have that much power. I can help you more if I have more power, but I can't think of a better way to do it.

That's why I want Omilos to do his best.

That's why I gave Omilos my shield.

Originally, the shield was one of the things Rijena wanted to give her as a farewell when she left.

There will be no problem with giving it to Omilos.

Also, I think I'll eliminate as many obstacles as I can.

I see the man and the wolf brought into this room. I heard this wolf talking from the side of the country, but it does seem to belong to Augusta.

I don't know much about the augers. Why are they targeting Shirone and the others?

It could be an obstacle for Regina and the others. That's why I wanted information about Augusta.

Close to the werewolf and remove the chains blocking his mouth.

"Kuhah!!

The mouth is free and the werewolf exhales loudly.

"Hey, you. Leave me alone! Then I'll tell Master Kujig to save your life!!

I recognize the name of a werewolf. It's the name of the Augusta I met in Veros.

"Um, I'm sorry... I need to ask you something about an auger."

He lowers his head and asks the wolf.

"Oh, my God, you're crazy! I'm telling you to solve it!!

It seems impossible to hear it out normally.

A werewolf says he'll save his life, but he's killing himself. Looks like he's going to kill himself when he unties the chain.

"I can't help it....."

Though a werewolf, I didn't really want to use this method.

The magic of fear.

It is a magic that manipulates the mind as much as the magic of charm. Those who have suffered the magic of fear become unbearably afraid of the opponent.

That's why I don't like this magic. I don't think it's good to manipulate the mind with any opponent.

However, depending on the situation, I don't hesitate to use it.

Place your hand on the head of a werewolf and activate Magic.

"Oh... pussy... you..."

The werewolves tremble. My eyes are open to the limit and my mouth is pounding and moving.

Say your name, werewolf.

"Da... it's Daigan! You're scary!!

Right, Daigan. From now on, follow your lead. "

"Hah, that's good!!

Well then, it's Daigan. What I know..... "

I was about to ask Dagan what he knew.

Suddenly the door opens.

I brought you some food.

The girl who came in through the door was about ten years old. There are two plates on the trolley that the girl is pushing.

"Thank you, miss."

Thank you.

It is impossible to tell from the presence of this child. I want you to leave as soon as you put the meal away.

Looks like the girl brought a bean soup.

Beans that do not require extensive arable land and can be grown in walls are eaten in any country in the world.

"What a bean. Give me the meat...."

Did the smell tell you it was bean soup? Daigan murmurs about luxury as he brings a meal. Look a little.

"Oh, that's a delicious bean. I love beans!!

Daigan says again whether it is because of his own glances.

"I can't believe you like beans... I thought wolves like meat."

The girl looks strange.

Girls sit in front of themselves when they put the soup in front of them.

"Eh!?

Why do you sit in front of yourself?

"Hey, you're a bard, right? Sing something!!

The girl looks at us with anticipated eyes. Speaking of which, I was turning into a bard.

"The bard song I came before was interesting. Uncle sang something too!!

My uncle called me and I get a little hurt. However, from the point of view of a girl of this age, she may be an uncle herself.

A bard's song is a song story that tells a story according to music. It is a myth of the world, a hero, or a love story.

"I'm sorry... My instrument broke down on my journey. I can't sing right now."

I show a broken harp.

It's a lie. You can't sing even if it's not broken. I brought a broken instrument here on purpose.

When the bard asked me to sing in disguise, I was going to show you a broken instrument and get through it.

"Er, boring! Everyone seems busy, and no one will take care of me... Hey, you can talk about something."

The girl confuses me.

Honestly, I think I'll let you sleep with magic, but I wouldn't hesitate to use magic on a girl like this.

"Hmm, that's right... Now, let me tell you about the thunder dragon that lives in the Cloud Sea...."

"The dragon of the clouds? What do you want to hear!!

The girl brightens her eyes.

I speak of the thunder dragon I met before.

"Eh, that's a lie. I can't believe the dragon can help me."

The girl doesn't believe me at all. It's true.

"But it was interesting!!

That's what makes me laugh.

Say hello!! I'll take a guzzle pose in my heart.

The girl's reaction is happy because she's just been scared lately.

"Hey, talk more, Uncle!!

"That's right....."

It was the next time I was talking.

Daigan bursts out.

"What's wrong? Mr. Wolfman."

A girl asks Daigan.

"I smell it! Here it comes, here it comes, here it comes!

Daigan screams.

"Speaking of which, I smell something sweet...."

The girl was right. I smell something sweet and good.

"The August Kujig is here!!

A werewolf has a good nose. Perhaps the augur really came.

I was obsessed with talking to the girl and forgot.

Stand up.

Apparently, I have to move myself.

◆ Sword Maiden Shirone

"What, that castle? They're getting closer."

I look out the window.

The moon is bright without a cloud, so you can see far away.

Something huge is approaching in the moonlight.

"Is that a sweet castle?

I nod at Kyoka-san's words. Our eyes in this world are very good. The castle is still far away, but I know exactly what it is.

"Perhaps that's Auga's Kujig castle. To tell you the truth, the walls are in Rapecouchen, the roofs are made of confectionery, and the windows are made of clear sugar. I don't know about the sweets in this world, but it seems to be made of something similar."

Kaya explains.

Incidentally, rapecouchen is a type of cake made from honey, spices, or orange lemon skins and nuts.

"What is that? Ants carrying castles?!

As Kyoka-san said, many Ant-Murmidons carry confectionery castles like gods.

My Merchandise is ruined.

The Sweet Castle stops when it gets close to Argoa.

It looks even better when it gets close.

Spire made of cream. The window is full of colorful sugar treats. The walls are like rape couches. The candy lanterns evoke the sweet castle in the moonlight.

Light rises from one of the spires. The light is distorted, projecting a screen image.

Definitely magical footage. The magical footage reflects the figure.

I recognized the appearance of the figure.

"That's Kuna!!

Rijena, who was watching with her, screamed.

Rijena is right. The rising figure must be the silver-haired girl I met in Veros.

But why is she in Auga's castle?

If you look closely, there is an august object at the edge of the video.

I don't know, but I think I've teamed up with Augusta.

"Come out!! Syrone, fight Kuna! If you don't come out! I'm going to take the ants to that country!!

The girl in the video screams.

Murmidon is stupid around the confectionery castle.

"Looks like you nominated me, Mr. Shirone."

Kyoka-san looks at me and says.

"Looks like... I guess I'll have to go if I can nominate you."

I pull out my hip sword.

I just wanted to talk to Kuroki, but I also wanted to talk to her.

"It's dangerous alone, Master Shirone."

Kaya is worried.

"Yeah, it's okay. I'll run away when it's too dangerous. Rather, Kaya, if Croki comes, please stop him!!

That's what I say, Kaya jumps out the window without even giving it a stop. Then take your wings and head for the confectionery castle.

As they fly, feather-bearing Murmidons block their way.

"Move away!!

Slash down the Murmidons with a flash of sword.

"If you want to fight! I'll give you a ride!!