I Favor the Villainess

The people of the city well were in a state of chaos.

The countdown to sudden doom from the one who named the Devil King was enough to terrorize the powerless.

"Oh, hey, did you see that...?

"Did you see that?What the hell... such a huge mountain in a flash... "

"Mother, I'm scared...."

"It's okay... it's okay..."

Now it's barely panicked yet, but as it is, it seems to be a matter of time.

Fear spreads, amplifies, and further expands.

"In the meantime, why don't you just give him Claire?

"I know, I know!That man is a former nobleman of the Kingdom of Bauer!

"But I'm sure you're on the side of the citizens who defeated corrupt aristocracy."

"You don't know that!If we don't give it to him, we'll put it on ice... "

When people were being manipulated by the threat of the Devil King...

There's nothing to be afraid of.

The voice echoed like rain soaked through the earth.

"What now!?

Please forgive me for calling suddenly.My name is Claris-Repete III.I am the Pope of the Spirit Church. "

"Ki, the Pope!?

Without taking so much time from the demon king's proclamation, the people could not conceal their bewilderment at first in the voice that came to mind again.

But the voice never disturbs people.

Slowly, slowly spin words.

The words of those who named the demon king before me were certainly terrifying.My heart hurts when I think of the shock you've had.You must be worried.

The voice of the pope was faint, but it was a strange and calming tone.

The voice continued.

But don't be fooled.Do not obey the voice of the wicked.Remember the Spiritual Scripture, chapter 3, verse 2. "

Thou shalt not be tempted by the voice of the devil.The simplest path is the simplest destruction.

It was a famous passage of the Bible that even a zealous spiritualist knew.

People remember.

The norms we have cultivated, nurtured, and followed.

Simply, but certainly justice, which has taken root among people, restores people from the agitation of when.

The demon king said this.Give me Claire-François, please.Why is that? Why would the Demon King tell me to give her up?

The Pope further questioned the words of the Demon King.

Is it true what the Devil says?

I wondered if there was anything strange about that statement.

"Why do we need to be called upon by something so powerful?Can't you find it yourself and take it?

The power of the Demon King, which was the object of fear, is the opposite of what the Demon King demanded.

People noticed it.

That's right. I can't be a demon king.Why? Because she -- Claire François is the only one who can beat the Demon King. "

This is a lie made up by the Pope and us, but it worked great.

The color of hope returns to the faces of people who were despairing of powerful forces.

The Demon King is disturbed by Claire-François.Without her, everything would still be fine.Don't be fooled.When I gave her up, it was the end of humanity. "

The Pope pushes back.

Claire said it was the worst thing to do.

Now, the eastern land, the Nar Empire, is in the midst of a battle against the demons.The Demon King is also standing in the land, plotting to destroy mankind.People, please lend me your ears.We have to be one now. "

The pope's voice was just a little hot.

This is not just a battle for the Nar Empire.This is the final battle for the survival of mankind.We must win this battle no matter what. "

This isn't about people.

It's a battle for all humans, says the Pope.

"I know very well that not all people have the power to take swords.But even the most powerless have the power to fight. "

Everyone thought it was something.

That's courage.A heart that faces evil, a strong feeling that does not yield to fear.A battle that believes in its neighbors, believes in tomorrow, rejects magic can be fought by anyone, and can be won by anyone. "

You can fight without waving your sword or using magic.

Now, let's get up.You don't have to be alone.Family, friends, companions, anyone you know along the way.We all stand up for help. "

After the last breath, the Pope declares.

"In the name of the Pope, I declare the beginning of jihad."

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"Was that good, Ray-Taylor?

"This way, Pope."

When asked by the Pope, who had finished his speech, I raised my thumb and pressed my thumb.

I saw the excited citizens cheering from the city's footage showing me time.

The memorable speech was a great success.

Now the Pope and I are having a conversation on the idea that time has connected us.

Unlike that for people, there's footage.

I'm not doing a big deal.The manuscript I received was wonderful. "

"That's not true.The Pope's speech was wonderful. "

Really...?

The Pope's expression muscles were dead by example, but he seemed happy without heart.

"Well, I also admit that the manuscript was good.What a masterpiece by the three great agitators of humankind. "

"Who's the agitator?"

"Terrible!

Can't you say something a little more, Ray?

I was going to compliment you, but the voice of dissatisfaction rose from three sides.

Claire, Philline, and Dollar.

This manuscript is a collaboration between the three parties.

It is the perfect manuscript made by Claire and finished by Philline with spiritual elements.

It's impossible for people who don't get excited with this.

Incidentally, Dollar is on his way back to Bauer, and seems to be getting a line in time.

"Looks like Bauer's looking for someone to join the jihad.What do we do, Sein?

Turning to the voice heard from behind, Rod was talking to His Majesty Sein.

Sein is a remote conversation just like Dollar.

"... I can't.It's obvious that volunteers from the general public don't become a nuisance at these times. "

"Really?

His Majesty Sein seems to be negatively influenced by his people to participate in this jihad.

"... I just want to avoid those who just float in the heat on the spot and those who just float in the water joining the front."

"Maybe there's someone who's ready."

"... you can't be a warrior just by being prepared and armed.Just keep your daily routine with the consciousness that we're fighting. "

"Passive, huh?

Fear is diminishing now because of the heat, but the Demon King is the one to freeze the mountain.Put the volunteers together and let them get ice pickled.Even untrained soldiers immediately turn into a crowd of whales. "

That makes sense.

Fighting for your life is not that easy.

That's true, too.

"It would be best if the Demon King could fight near the shackles of Claire, who can't get caught in a massive range attack."

I'm surprised. What was your military perspective?

"... military is not a big deal.I wasn't strong like my brother or Yu, so I just had to see things from a different perspective. "

His Majesty is humbled by humility, but his point of view is valuable.

He is capable of thinking from the point of view of the weak and the powerless, although he himself is more capable than the average.

It is especially important as a politician to calmly determine who ordinary people without the power to fight are.

"Well, don't say that.Let's borrow help where we can. "

"? What are you going to do?

"When you get back to Bauer, go to the First Army lab.I have a story to tell, so I want you to distribute it to the people. "

Do you have a plan?

Sort of.

That said, Master Rod smiled hard.

Sein-sama shrugged her shoulders.

"... I hope we can declare a final war against the Demon King from the human side.I'd like to direct him so that he doesn't make wasteful sacrifices. "

"Do you think it leads to the Devil King?

"... I don't know.The one who wants to destroy the world.I will do whatever I have to. "

"Whatever the shape, we're going to give Claire away soon."

Rod murmured bitterly.

"... but I was able to prevent them from becoming enemies.I don't like seeing Ray and Claire crushed by the malice and guilt around them. "

It's unusual, isn't it?

"... this might be the first time."

When I saw the two laughing at each other, I thought, oh, the trouble between the two had faded considerably even if it wasn't gone.

With a little smile, I return my consciousness to the conversation between Claire and the Pope.

"Anyway, I'm going to face a duel with the demon kings without presenting Claire."

I will also participate in the final match.I went to the cathedral as soon as I was informed of the appearance of the Demon King, but I regret not being able to catch the Emperor's attack in time. "

The Pope seems careless.

"There's nothing we can do about the geography.Think about the future more than what happened in the past.The Pope's range of recovery is incredible.I'm counting on you. "

Yes, I'll do my best.

The Pope nodded reliably, though small.

This is the end of the call because I'm dedicated to mobility.If you need anything, please let me know through time.

"Yes"

Now, Ray-Taylor.I'll see you later. "

"Ah, Pope, just one thing!



The Pope leans his head.

After I corrected my residence - I lowered my head deeply.

"I apologize for what Time has done to you - to people with the same face as me.If the Demon King - and the other one of me - hadn't made such a stupid decision, you wouldn't have had to suffer like this. "

"No, Ray-Taylor."

The Pope blocked my apology.

With that, you continue with a soft voice.

Sure, I was a little surprised when I heard about my origins.I may have been a little angry when I was told that my existence was an accessory that was trying to create you. "

But it's not, says the Pope.

This was destiny.For whatever reason, I would not have been born without you.Without you, I wouldn't even exist.Now I'm grateful to you. "

Moreover, the Pope continued even further.

You are also an artificial child born of the existence of a demon king.What you have to do is not apologize to our spirits for their loss, but you will come with us to complain to the Devil. "

I was poisoned by an unpopular young saying.

"The Pope... is that all right?

Yeah, let's say it together.What a nuisance. "

"Ahahah...."

Perhaps the Pope is quite an interesting person...?

Is that all you need?

"Ah, yes. I'm sorry to keep you here."

No, don't worry.Let's meet locally.

"Yeah."

The conversation broke down there.

Ray, you were worried about that.

It was Claire who said with a stunning expression.

That means I must have felt guilty about the spirits' strays.

"Because it's my fault, isn't it?"

"If you say that, I'm responsible for it."

I don't have one.

"No, there is!

Yaaaaaaaa.

"Oh, please, both of you, that much.The Demon King is bad, don't you think? "

It was Lily, whose possession of time had been removed, who soothed us both.

Lily, I'm sorry too.Time loves the body. "

"No! If it helps Ray and the others, it's what I want.But if Ray-san likes you... "

Lily?

"Nothing, Claire!... shit, show me. "

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"Ahhh......!It's not like that....!

Lily's eyes became tearful.

Yeah, it's cute, but I have Claire.

Anyway, now all we have to do is defeat the Demon King.

It's never easy, but we still have to do it.

We have more friends this time than we did during the revolution.

Moreover, there are strong people on the human side.

I don't want to be too pessimistic, but if this doesn't work, I'll give up.

"Wait, I..."

Full of the desire to beat myself crazy, I snapped my fingers.