Common Sense of a Warrior

'I didn't know you were coming after me... really, I can't help but be my sister. But I appreciate your help.'

Step into the territory with your brother, who was so bitterly laughed at, for a few days.

Finally, the news came that your father was here.

And at the same time, they call on your father.

... Even though I was ready, the scary ones are scary.

While I was slightly frightened, I headed to your father's study.

"Fool!!

The lightning will be dropped at the end of the opening.

"How many people on earth think they worried about you!? Oh, my God. Come on!

"I have no indication that I have acted on my own initiative to cause concern, or specifications. I'm sorry, Father..."

When I honestly bowed my head and apologized, your father hugged me.

"I'm so glad you're safe... Huh! And well done, you protected Parks......!

Your father's voice, who said so, was trembling.

The moment I heard that...... something hot crept up in my chest too and I accidentally burst into tears from my eyes.

"I'm so, so sorry...!

... Even with such an act, your brother did his errands safely and we all decided to return to the King's Capital.

"... Merry. Just calm down."

Your brother speaks to me in the carriage whilst returning to Wang Du.

"But, brother. It's been a long time since I've had a dress and I'm really restless... and I can't believe I don't have a sword at hand..."

My outfit, which was to go to the King's Capital as Merlis, was shaken by a carriage dressed in a dress as a nobleman's maid, as the saying goes.

My mind is really noisy about unfamiliar clothing and the environment.

Your brother had a bitter laugh at how I looked like that.

"My father is with me... you don't have to worry so much, he'll be fine. You just have to take your time in the view outside. You couldn't afford to go anyway, could you?

"... Yes"

Even though I affirmed it, I didn't get used to the situation immediately... I ended up going home feeling fatigued than I did when I went.

After breakfast at dawn, I immediately change into Mel's clothes.

I always wear it. I changed to that and finally got comfortable.

From now on, it's the double life of Mel and Merris, as it used to be in the realm.

Mel when I train, otherwise I spend it as Mellis.

Though I thought your father would show difficulty in continuing his training, he kindly excused me.

While relieving myself of that, I head to the training ground.

"... Mel"

Stopping at the voice that called me, it was Byaya who was there.

"I was worried.... really. What should I do if something happens to you? I don't have a face for the lady or the master."

"... I'm sorry to bother you. But you're doing fine."

"... at all, I wish you would calm down a little. You must have just come home today, right?

"Yes, but since I went to the Marquis Anderson house, I've had a long rest. I would like to participate from today's training if possible so that my body is not blunt"

"Really?... I don't think you need to worry because it's about you, but be careful. I'll check on your daughter's health."

Baaya became one of the few servants to know that Mel was Merlis, collaborator.

Without her, this dual life would not be possible.

From now on, they pretend to be spending time with Merlis in a room where no one else is.

"Thank you. Well, say hello to your daughter."

Tell him so, he goes to training.

It's been a long time since I could realise I've moved my body.

Because in Marquis Anderson territory, he had been offered a ban on participation in training as a punishment for taking the liberty, and he was only rocked by carriages all the way home.

Thanks to the sweat, I feel clear about my feelings.

"... Mel, it's been a long time"

"Mr. Kreutz! Thank you for your time."

My thanks, but Mr. Kreutz doesn't respond to anything.

Suddenly Mr. Kreutz laughed as he tilted his neck wondering about it.

"No, I thought it was the usual you"

"What do you mean?

"No, it's nothing"

I said it with a bite of laughter, but I knew it didn't make sense and I could only tilt my neck.

"Ah-mel!

"Long time no see. How'd it go after that? After all, did you praise the General?

I was talking to Mr. Kreutz, and other National Army faces came close.

"It's been a while, gentlemen. Thank you for the meantime. That's the reason I took the liberty of being so angry... I've been told to be discreet for a while. After it dawned, I rode back to Wang Capital and arrived today."

"Well, then, General, it was a separate act from your family."

"Yes. Nevertheless, there's no way the escort would leave the lady very much... though I could have come home early"

"Is that what you mean? Speaking of which, have you seen the lady?

"Oh, I saw it. I saw it. All I could see was chills."

"That's right. I didn't know it was very clear because it was far-sighted, but I figured you'd look like Mel."

"Sure thing."

The conversation gave me a heartbeat.

Similar or nothing, in person... can't be said even if my mouth is torn.

"If the Shadow Warriors are not alike, we cannot serve them."

To my words, they nodded as they were convinced.

"Well, you are. But it's funny because even if they look alike, the contents are completely different."

"Sure. A fierce man who makes a big grown man a stash of bearers, sickly Marquis, and general!... to name but the opposite."

While I was talking about myself, I did convince myself.

Well, the sickness and weakness are the settings.

"Ha ha..."

Laugh as you go around.

With that, you'll have no choice but to have a dry grin.

"... Oh, that's right, Mel. Post-training? Can you hang out with me for a mock fight?

"Yeah, I'd love to"

After all, this one suits me better.

Because this is how I've spent my whole life.

And I wish these days would continue... yes, I thought.

He then took part in the training and, as promised, also went on several mock fights with those who wished.

After all, sweating feels good.

I feel like I've been able to take away the mental fatigue I've been feeling.

"... Mel, I knew you were amazing"

"What's wrong, suddenly"

I leaned my neck against Mr. Kreutz's words, who wiped the sweat as well.

"No, Master Parks, I thought about it the other day when I was escorting you. You're someone else when you have a sword. You're like a girl who's usually everywhere."

"... Really? I don't know because I'm unconscious."

Sure, although I have a sense that language becomes rough when it comes to fighting.

But it's only about the place where I almost died, and I don't think that's the case during my normal training.

"Well, you are... No, you. What's the new goal?

I don't know what that question means and tilt my neck again.

"Look, I told you before, didn't I? I lost my goal of being hostile, but I got a new goal. He said he was polishing his sword for it."

To Mr. Kreutz's words, which were continued, I groaned, 'Oh......'

"All of you."

"... what?

"Like all of you, I want to be someone who can protect someone. Like all of you, I want to continue after the path the general has taken. If someone continues after me… think that if that circle of someone protecting someone widens, eventually no one will taste the grief of mourning like me, even in a great place called the country. To that end, we want to join the National Army."

"... you..."

To my words, Mr. Kreutz said something and stopped.

"Right..."

Though I was concerned about its continuation, Mr. Kreutz groaned as he was convinced with a seemingly complicated grin before questioning it, and could not ask any more.