Boundary Labyrinth and the Foreign Magician

"Mmm...... Yes."

"Something?

"No. There is a cause between the water dragon and the demon... I wonder if Waldom and the others could be directly involved in the water dragon"

Waldom, given the individual, I don't feel very hostage-taking personality either... but there wouldn't be a zero chance.

Did you say that you were oblivious because Eckels and Gimnos are not the personalities who prefer those hands very much? Eckels and the others weren't particularly responsive when we talked about the water dragon entanglement, and when we talked to the water dragon, we weren't talking about being a sea king or family members... but we'll need to see what's actually going on around there.

"I see...... That's certainly something we need to think about first."

Does Claudia know what's going on around here? I turn my gaze and close my eyes quietly.

"The direct revenge is that Pernasse and Invell have already defeated him."

The water dragons and their wives - Pernaz and Invel had some information about their allies. What about the age, as Waldom began his activities as a sea king after the allies were sealed?

Around here, if you ask Eckels...

... No, you don't.

Even if there was no direct involvement, what would Water Dragon think it was under the devil's command?

If they tell me that all demons are enemies and collaborators, I can't deny it.

But even about Eckels in the first place, I don't know the background in detail. How far do you see as enemies and how far do you not forgive them? Around it is unspeakable unless it is a party.

At least a couple of water dragons on my side - Pernas and Invel don't have the option to keep their stories down...... I think.

More than building friendship with Grantios, you should confirm how it feels to be a water dragon after not hiding it and talking about the status quo, and if Eckels has one end of the responsibility, then you have to take that. That's a muscle that needs to go through.

If you hit it off - you should talk to Eckels and Gimnos first.

"Was..."

Eckels and Gimnos nodded quietly when asked about the water dragon. The place is a room in the Adventurers Guild. I rented a room and decided to listen to it somewhere I could calm down.

"First of all, I'm a classic of ancient ginseng among my family, but I've never heard of it"

"Similarly...... SS is a direct soldier. We are in a position to know the overall movement…"

And the two say. But Eckels shook his head sideways.

"But it would be a good story for a bug to think that would do just that. This is something that my tribe will have to take and think about in the future."

That's... sure. It will be a story that will follow Eckels and their tribe in the future.

"I'd like to know what happened on earth in the days of the Lady Dowager."

When Rosemary says, Queen Eldraine thinks a little before answering.

"Then... it should have been around the time Silvatria was founded. Among the anecdotes of the Mother of Mercy comes the story of a deal with Silvatria."

From Grantios...... is it a position where you can also trade with the south of Silvatria? It would mean that the water dragon was protected from scratches by the time he defeated the Alliance Lord and the seal was built.

Belliondola spread her name as a magical kingdom since its founding, and was destroyed. Does that mean that those who fled then founded Sylvatria, and Waldom acted as the king of the sea about that time?

You've got quite a difference in ages. I've defeated direct vendettas, different ages, but I can also say that age doesn't really matter to demons in the first place.

I remember Waldom and Oberk's face, so it's not easy to check with the water dragon around there.

So there's one more thing to check -.

"Where did you meet Waldom in the first place?

"My former lord... yes. She was told that she would be welcomed as a member of the family of the King of the Sea, who would be empowered by art if she were to swallow various demons and be respectful. If you don't, your disrespect for the king of the sea will cause you to fall into the devil. Back then, I was only a young man, so I heard it later."

I see. You mean Waldom followed the demon by force?

Waldoms were pretty multi-ethnic, too. It seems to me that this heck is treading on the way Grantios governs. Do you purify the water to give the devil an environment in which he will not fall, or do you use your powers as a family member? then......

"... wasn't the SS the same generation as Sir Eckels or Sir Gimnos or just on top of it, and there were many less temperamental generations?

Speaking of reasoning, Eckels nodded strangely as if it was the first time he had noticed it since he had done his hand to his jaw to conceive a little.

"Yes, maybe."

I see. This also convinced me of the differences in the personalities of my relatives.

It is not strange that demons fall into demons depending on their environmental magic, such as children of a clan that will come close to dealing with demons, from one end to the other. In particular, it will have a huge impact on the newborn generation.

It may also be necessary to use surgical familiarization to prevent it, but it may be possible to make a difference in the result of the surgical formula of familiarization, depending on whether the mind is on it or not. For example, you think your temper is getting rough or your spirit is changing?

Even if demons had the means to control fallen demons, it must be easier for those who don't to give orders.

I can see that Waldom wanted a good and loyal subordination, too, because he was making SS and letting them train. Looks like he even taught the moves.

Anyway, even though I was led by a demon, I also find it difficult to hold Eckels and the others accountable in my personal view, given that he was asked to be respectful and under control with power, and that he needed to be family members in order not to fall into the demon. But I'm not the judge of that. It's just two people, Pernasse and Invel.

Dragons are creatures of varying degrees or scales. There's something I don't know how to answer... but I guess it's my job to bridge what I said, and there's a part of the policy that's been decided in my current story.

As for Queen Eldraine and Eckels, wouldn't it be a good idea to have them wait outside the Spirit Hall of Water first, then talk about the current situation about Grantios and match it with the intentions of the other side?

"... I understand the story. Mr. and Mrs. Waterdragon, I'll talk to you from me, so could you wait outside the Spirit Palace?

"But it's..."

To my words, Queen Eldraine and the Eckels tried to say something, but shook their heads before that.

"If you took a guest to a dangerous place, you wouldn't have my standing."

"It's... ugh"

Well, it's not convenient to talk from my standpoint. If I don't say this, Queen Eldraine and the Eckels would be the type to think that they're dishonest. It's easier to convince me to dash my position to have you wait.

"I'm going with Theodore. Those two are friends."

Claudia says without hesitation. Friend, huh? Right.

"Can the Grace and the others turn to His Majesty's escort while we keep them waiting?

"Okay. Take care."

Grace looked me in the eye and nodded quietly.

I took her with Queen Eldraine, stood before a stone tablet - and flew all the way to the Spirit Hall of Water.

Wrapped in light - a moment later, the ambient air changes. The square in front of the Spirit Hall of Water was the same. Traces of the battle between me and Alverinde have also been repaired, leaving nothing behind. Just quietly the sound of the water flowing, the gate leading to the Spirit Palace opening its mouth.

Sorry to bother you again about the concubine.

"No, I'm glad you understand my position. I know it's painful, but please wait."

Queen Erdrane is more than a guest to Verdogal, and it doesn't make sense to engage without confirming the intentions of the water dragon.

"Well then - I'll talk to you"

"Take care, Theo"

"Lady Claudia, be careful."

"I'm coming."

Through the gates, through the passageway - and into the compartment of the Spirit Hall of Water.

The beauty of the Spirit Hall remains the same. Walls and ceilings protruded by glowing crystals. And a life filled underground lake with terrible transparency. It's a sight to be inhaled.

The depths, they shake. A couple of water dragons with corals and seagrass growing on their backs surfaced - putting their faces on the water and facing us.

"Long time no see, Claudia, and Theodore."

"You've come a lot, both of you"

My husband Pernaz and his wife Invel. They also remembered my name. I should have had one more child... but I've had a face on the nearby lake and a pepper bow.

"You look better than anything."

"Long time no see"

And this one says hello.

"You have more magic than ever before."

"Thank you"

"What can we do for you today? If you need scales, I'll bring them again."

"No. That's not it. I had something to talk to you about today, and I took a trip."

"Hmm?"

and pernus tilting his neck.

"We've been to the West Sea. So I met a group of demons who named the people of Grantios and the king of the sea, led by mermaids, and led demons."

"It has become a friendly relationship with Grantios and, in turn, a battle with the demons. There are two demons. They were all awakened demons, named Waldom and Oberg. Is it someone you know?

When we make a 3D model of the demons, Pernaz and Invel come in for a serious peek at it.

"... no, I don't know"

"This is the first face I've ever seen. A demon who specializes in the ocean?"

... don't you know? But we're not done talking yet.

"Grantios accepted those who fought with the Waldom clan, and surrendered to their families, and responded accordingly."

"Grantios has made friendship with Verdogal and is expected to show up offshore in Termwilds in the future. Queen Eldraine wants to say hello to both of you."

"And the status quo… Waldom's family are respectful as one of Grantios' tribes. If you two are uncomfortable with these relatives, that's how we came to talk."

"Oh. You mean that"

Pernaz nodded like he said he was good at it.

Then, from among the family members, we will also talk about the fact that a martial officer named Eckels and Gimnos has been sent by Grantios, and how he got there.

They listened to us and nodded from time to time, but eventually opened their mouths quietly when they finished talking.

"Yes...... I feel the smell of those with strong signs of the sea from outside the Spirit Hall. Are they?

"Yes. I'm keeping you waiting outside the Spirit Hall. I have had to be cautious in my position, so I am persuaded and asked to wait for it. Eckels and Gimnos, having told this story, said they would follow your intentions."

... What do Pernaz and Invel think when they hear this?

He was silently facing each other for a while, but eventually Pernaz opened his mouth. What came out of that mouth was a different word than I expected.

"I knew the princess was kind. You're sweet, too."

That's what I said - Pernaz would have liked to laugh calmly. Mm-hmm. How could that be my story?

"And then you'll be struggling. Talk to each other without covering up until you tell us that… But I think that's a good idea."

"No...... Nothing about me."

"It's good. We and our families can't even fight from the edge. I know you'll be cautious if you're in Theodore's shoes, and let's understand that decision. We can't say we know how to think."

"That's... thank you"

Because we're dragons, and I'm human? Well, sure, there 'll be places where you can't be equal if you want. There will be places where they will be scared.

"Were they following demons with joy?

"Some of them... I think so."

Right. There's something like I was drunk on my powers.

"However, if you're talking about the Eckels individual, I don't think so. Basically, I thought you were a clan thinker."

"Really?"

The two look at each other, then nod.

"To us, demons are enemies. But not even the demons who followed it. If there is no direct connection, it would be a mistake to ask the blame. Not to mention, if that's what's going on right now, it's not."

"Right. I also understood that the people of Grantios would appear offshore. I don't see them as enemies."

... right. I wonder if there's anything reassuring about it. Is it okay for the Queen and Eckels to come and say hello in person later, confirm their intentions, and so on?

"But... Theodore doesn't say anything about forgiveness."

and Pernaz asks slightly strangely.

"It's... because I consider myself an enemy of the devil."

How far do you regard it as an enemy? I don't want to be told about it. That's why I told them what happened as I asked, and I'm leaving it to the two of us to decide.

A soldier of a different race who was following a demon...... I wouldn't hesitate to smash that if I were hostile...... at this point I am showing my condolences to Grantios, and I have decided to be ready to fight. I don't blame you for that. If you're going to penetrate your beliefs exactly as you say, I'd even like to see it.

Oh...... Yes. Is that where the difference is with those residents, who are running around turning away from what they did? Then if those people are going to face me head-on, I'll forgive it......? I don't know about that, but I think it would be preferable, at least if I were to say about Eckels' thinking and behavior.

"... well. You were in the same position as us."

What did the water dragons think when they saw me with my thoughts a little out of the other direction? That's how I've said it.

Same thing. I got a mother. Do you mean two kids? Sure, there may be similarities with the water dragon couple.

When I realized, Claudia was peeking into my expression worrying me... and the water dragon kid came to the shore too, and he looked worried somewhere and nodded at me.

"Mmm...... Thank you. I'm fine."

"... yes. Theodore is strong, but don't push him."

When she answered by gently stroking the nose tip of the child of the water dragon, Claudia said quietly, and the child of the water dragon closed his blue eyes and gently leaned over his cheek.