This is a dense forest area at the northwesternmost end of the kingdom of Amelia.The neighborhood was ruled by ex-Beasterns, but the Amerindian kingdom took it and ruled it.
This sea of trees stretches over the northern side of the Amelian kingdom's territory.This tree sea has a remarkable sense of direction.In addition, there are various vicious natural traps such as poisonous trees and ornamental plants.
Even the Gritonyl Empire under heaven has determined that the invasion of the Amelian kingdom from this tree sea is impossible.If you have a normal nerve, you should never set foot in a dead place.
Then why did Jignir wander around this place and leave the army?While returning to the Imperial Capital, Jignir left behind a note.No, let's not dress up anymore.In short, Jignir escaped.
I lost with my sword to that black-haired swordsman.I was defeated without skin.In fact, how good would it have been to have lost so little as when we lost to Arnold.But the reality was completely out of the question, and they didn't even treat me like a child.Perhaps for that black-haired man, there's a big difference with the collapse of mercenaries around here, such as jignyl, which I've always regarded as a weed.
There is a superior in the world.Therefore, do not neglect your daily workouts for the struggle of the soul trembling with the mighty ahead.That's what my grandfather told me since I was a kid.
But in the same age, no other Empire besides my grandfather has ever been able to beat Jignil with swordsmanship.That's why I've always disdained my grandfather's advice.After pushing my grandfather's opposition, I belonged to a shitty organization called the Six Knights General.
I got everything as a swordsman.I was ridiculously in love with myself.However, when I opened the lid, it was just a child trick such as jignel swordsmanship.I'm sure Jigny forgot even the most important thing as a swordsman.
You can't go back anymore.
I can't go back to my hometown to murmur from my mouth.Recognizing that fact, I think my heart will be tightened.
The current emperor, Amnesty di Gritonyl, is ruthless.They deserted the army.The Gastroes will be destroyed if they don't succeed because of Zigner's escape.I knew that.Sometimes it can cause a lot of trouble to my grandfathers.Still, if we return to the Empire, Jignir will lose what is most important to him as a swordsman and will never be able to hold his sword again.I had such a hunch.
That's why we're doing this for nothing.
Suddenly, several black lumps rush through the tall trees.
Ghhhhhhhhhh!!
I cut off the neck of a monster like a bear waving down his right hand from behind with a dagger, and at the same time, I stuck it in the sky of a giant monkey that was attacking from above the branches of the trees with its reversing blade.
At that moment, there was dull pain in my left foot.When he dropped his gaze aggressively, the serpent was biting on Jignil's left ankle.
"Shit!
Stick a sword in the head of a serpent and tear it apart.
Hurry up and decide where the knife bit you and apply the missing alcohol and herbs.
I blew it. It must be a poisonous snake.Very funny. Very funny.Even a monster of that magnitude may have fallen behind, but he has never been shy and named the most powerful swordsman.They are just third-class swordsmen who are common around here, such as Shinsen and Jignir.
Shimmering vision. Sweat all over your body.
Is this paralysis poison?If you lose consciousness here, first you feed on monsters.This is not as sweet as the place where Nukunuk lived until now.
At last, he fell on his back on the cold ground with his knees closed.
"Kuhaha....."
A dry laugh leaks out of my mouth.Escape the army and you will not end up a swordsman, and you will die alone here.
I can't help it.
This is because I fell in love with my talent and did not face the sword.This is the first time I have understood this situation.The path of the sword is an endless path to train oneself.There can't be a point of arrival there.It reminded me that I hated fighting that black-haired man.
"But I don't want to... please.Sword God. Just give me one more chance!
When I grabbed the sky with my left hand, Jignil lost consciousness.
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When you open your eyelids, unfamiliar ceilings come into view.
I tried to get up, but the tingling didn't move.The only thing that moves your neck is the worrying face of a silver-haired Beast girl.
"Ah, I noticed!Dad, Mom!
The silver-haired beast girl flashes her face and pops out of the noisy room.
After a while, the blonde giant beast and the silver-haired beast woman both come in.
"Are you Amelia?
A giant beast with blonde hair asks in an unspeakable tone.Looking at her condition, she found herself enclosed by a rope in her bed.Depending on the response, there must be no life.
I lost one life anyway.I'll let you scratch your feet.
No, I'm an Imperial.
I can see that the silver-haired woman's face is strong.That's true. The Empire has invaded other races and ascended.If you think of it as a Beast tribe, it's nothing but enemies.
"Why did you come here?
A blonde beast asks such a difficult question.
Somehow.
Somehow?
"Ah, because I'm being chased from my country.I finally got away and got here. "
Finally, a little bit of danger can be removed from the face of the blonde giant beast and the silver-haired woman.
"What are you running from?
"Escape. I don't like what I've been doing."
"Can you prove it?
"No, you have to believe me."
"I see....."
The blonde man had his hands on his jaw.
"Okay. I apologize for any inconvenience.Leave as soon as the wound heals. "
"You!"
To the impatient voice of a silver-haired woman,
"His eyes aren't rotten.It's okay. "
She stood up and left the room with a silver-haired woman.
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For the next two weeks, you will only be instructed not to leave the room except for the sack, and you will not be particularly restrained, but spend time.The injury of Jignil has healed considerably.There's no obstacle to moving anymore.
So, so, I'm going to pick up Mu soon.
Girl Mia speaks words that will be repeated several times with a bouncing voice.
Apparently, Mia and her sister escaped from their hometown when they were attacked by the Royal Americans in the previous war.Mia was immediately protected, but only her sister Mu was captured by the kingdom.
And it appears that they have information that was sold to the slave merchants of Barcelona, the capital of the kingdom of Amelia.
"Besides, you two managed to escape, didn't you?
Looking at the blonde beast Gauss and the silver-haired woman Uluru, she asked a simple question.
It was the army of the highest nobility in the kingdom of Amelia that invaded.Breaking through that siege shouldn't have been uncommon.
"Of course, the rest of us were ready to die.We were saved by someone. "
Gauss answers with a distant eye.
"Who is there?
"I'm sorry, but no.But let's just say I'm one of yours. "
Originally Gauss had a hard mouth.I won't leak it.And the information is of little importance to Jig Neil.It doesn't matter.
"Is that why you saved me?
"Oh, we don't think all the people are evil.I knew enough about it on that battlefield.Anyway, that siege was forgiven by the ugly betrayal of my people. "
It's not just the Jignils and the tribes that are rotting.Maybe that's what it is.
"So I asked a merchant of my family for Mu's help.They should be able to negotiate with Balse slavers immediately and protect them safely. "
"Does this acquaintance help you?
"Oh, I work for him.As a matter of fact, this place is his introduction, and I can't get my head up. "
"I see....."
It is limited in this world, even if it has enough skill to overcome the siege of the Royal American government forces.Probably...
Sudden footsteps block Jignil's thoughts.When the door is opened with momentum,
"The merchant's husband is back!
A young man of the village beast screams.
"Oh, really!"
Gauss runs towards the outside.Uluru and Miya will follow, so will Jig Neal.
In front of the Gaussians' building was a collection of people, and in the center was a gentleman with a beard of good shape.
When the gentleman is in the right position,
I'm sorry.
He lowered his head deeply to Gauss and the others.
"Has Mu been bought....."
Uluru loses his pale bloody heart to Gauss who drops his shoulders.Mia knew she couldn't see her sister and started crying.
"Yeah, it looks like it was a little late."
"So, who did you ask for?
"It just showed an unusual rejection when I asked the slave.They're probably shutting you down. "
"Do you have any idea?
The merchant pulled his neck from side to side.
"But let's not freak out about that merchant when we ask him.Higher aristocracy, royalty, or the kings of the underworld..... "
Worst of all, it's quite a struggle to get someone to do it once.Moreover, if the opponent is a high-ranking aristocracy or royalty, it is even possible that it will not be solved by money in the first place.
"Okay. I'll go find it."
Gauss stood up.
"You might want to stop.You stand out too much. If you get caught, you'll be executed.
Speak quietly.
"Then what should I do!?"
To Gauss, who roughed up his voice,
"We are now investigating those who have spoken for your daughter.Please wait a while. "
A merchant who gently speaks words of persuasion.
"I'm sorry... no.It was a little upset.Thank you for moving so much. "
Gauss bowed his head to the merchant.There was slight blood seepage from the chewed lower lip.
(What the hell am I thinking...)
Even though they are fleeing, they are doing nothing to benefit from it.
"I'll find that mule.At least I think it's easier to move than you, Wesen. "
"What about you?
The merchant looks at the jignir as if it were a standard.
"It's Jig. Use as much as you like until you protect her."
For a while, the merchant grabbed his beard and thought about it.
"I see. For the time being, please be my escort."
I pulled my chin with a mysterious face.
Roger that.
"All right, Jig?You're being chased, aren't you?
Gauss asked with an impatient face.
"Heh! You saved me once.I was thinking of paying back the debt with interest.It's not a problem at all. "
Gauss squeezed his face and lowered his head deep down on Jignil.
"Take care of my daughter!
I narrowed down the plea.
That's how we got to Jignir.And in order to achieve this goal, Jig Neal will also be deeply involved in the story of Kai Heineman, a true monster.