Konjiki no Moji Tsukai (Reboot)

157: The fortuneteller shows the boy

Judom helped Tekkail by riding the back of a big bird created by his own magic, Painting Magic, and they both escaped [Victorias].

We went straight to his hideout, as Judom showed us, but we were on our way down. Because if you fly in the sky like this, someone might notice.

They keep an eye on the surroundings and wonder if there are any chasers. It is in the woods, and a slightly open spot can be seen ahead.

But there's nothing there.

"... what are you doing here?

"No, this is the safe house."

"... yes? There's nothing here... right?

Surrounded by trees, it's just a place where the meadows are spreading.

Follow me.

With Judom in the lead, he leans his neck and moves his legs. Then, when I came to the center of the square, I felt a little magic.

(Anything...?

Tekkail stared at the tip of her eyes.

Judom, who saw Tekkail like that,

"Well, that's the only" Magus "with excellent sensing ability. Did you notice that?

"Hmm, no, I'm feeling a little uncomfortable..."

I don't know exactly what's in there. However, only the presence that seems to be there is conveyed. Of course, the feeling is subtle, and the more you don't concentrate, the more quickly you lose sight of it.

Well, check it out with your eyes

Judom pushed his back and stepped on his foot with that momentum, and suddenly a small hut appeared in front of him.

"...... ah, boundaries?

That's where we get to the answer.

"That's right. We keep the hut out of sight."

It seems that we will finally be able to see it by coming closer.

"It's a long way from home, but I've never been too careful."

There were many adventurers around the hut. Everyone rushed as if they were waiting for Judom's return. And he complains indiscriminately.

When Judom heard about it, he pushed everyone's opposition and went alone to help Tekkael.

Ha-ha, that's what pisses me off.

As a tecail, I appreciate your help, but his fellow adventurers must have been uncomfortable until he came back.

But when Judom came back safely, everyone relaxed their cheeks with anger and joy.

Welcome home, Mr. Judom.

There is a scent of flowers in such a man's scent. Unexpectedly, Tekkail opened his eyes to astonishment at the person who appeared there.

(Ah, that? This kid could be...)

Dig up the statue of the person sleeping in memory and match it with the person in front of you. I find a slight discrepancy over what I know.

(... definitely. She is... the Second Princess of [Victorias]...)

"I see. That's why there's a second princess here."

Bringing Judom to his hideout, Tekkail was surprised by the unexpected presence of [Victorias] 's Second Princess Farah.

Although she did not have to lose her life due to the failure of the Warrior Summon, I knew from the information that she had been asleep for more than a year in the Rebellion.

Yet he walked the earth by his own will, so the first time he saw it, the shock was considerable.

But it was unexpected for Judom that she woke up. When Avolos invaded the country, he identified priorities.

Even in the absence of King Rudolph, he and Judom are definitely best friends. That's why he tried to protect the family.

Escaping the attack of Avolos' allies, they headed towards Farah's closest bedroom. And I entrusted the maids I met along the way with the queen Maris and the first princess Lilith.

Originally, Judom wanted to help himself, but he wasn't the only one who could get away with three of them.

That's why I've decided that priority should now be given to familiar lives. So Fara woke up with nothing but Judom, but in the end, she was the only one she could save.

"If there were queens in the dungeon, they would have run away with us."

Apparently, Maris and Lilith are not in the dungeon, they may have been imprisoned elsewhere, or they may have already been killed.

Unfortunately, Tekkail ignored their information. Because there was no information available in the dungeon.

"But one question remains."

"What is it?"

There are three other people sitting in the cabin: Tekkail, Judom, Farah, and Tendock. Tekkail really cares about something and asks.

"How did you know where Oila was? And it also means that Oira is captured."

I don't think Avolos bothered to tell Judom where Tekkail is. Even if they find out we're caught, will they be able to pinpoint that place in the dungeon...?

There is only one passage in the dungeon that has both an entrance and an exit. Moreover, there were several prisons, initially the closest to the entrance, but they were recently transferred from one to another.

It hasn't been long since. It's too soon to find out where he is. That's why it's perfectly natural to question Judom's behavior as if he knew he'd be moved from there to that prison wall.

Judom scratches his head and says, "Oh, is that so?" and takes a piece of paper out of his pocket. I opened it and showed it that it was a quadrufold.

"Is that... a map of the dungeon?

It was definitely a schematic of the dungeon where Tekkail was trapped. And when I looked closely, there was a circle in red in the dungeon where Tekkail was, and it was also engraved as Tekkail.

"This is...?

"Nh, well, what I'm about to tell you is a lie, but it's all true."

Judom creates a spicy atmosphere to talk about. And the truth came out of his mouth.

"First of all, this is from a woman."

"... a lady?

"Oh, she's a fortuneteller, and she told me there's a guy named Tekkael in custody. You must have seen it in fortune."

Judom's cheeks are slightly convulsing. He may have been half-hearted, too. But I was deeply disappointed that I could come to help. I didn't think it was impossible for his companions to be foolish.

"... who are you?

I felt a strange smell and had a suspicious expression.

"Well, I told you not to say anything about yourself as much as possible, so if you want to know, you can check it out yourself or ask me directly next time you see me."

"... okay. Well, I'm not complaining because I was able to escape because of him."

That was true. If left as it is, it could eventually be part of Avolos' plan. So no matter what happens, I thank Judom and the woman for letting me out like this.

"Well, since I was a kid, Rudolph... you know how close I am to the current king, right?

"Yes, sir."

"I've spent a lot of time exploring the castle since I was a kid, and apparently there was a hidden passage through the dungeon, and I found it a long time ago."

"... is that so?"

"Well, it was me and Rudolph's best friend I found."

Then I realize that his eyes were nostalgic and swayed by loneliness. I thought it was certain that something had happened with the best friend, but Tekkail didn't say anything.

"You know there's a canal around the castle? There's a trick on the waterway wall, and there's a hidden passage that lets you in."

"That's why they came through this wall. I remember because I came home."

"Oh, if you were really in that cell, I was going to help you."

"Hey, wait a minute! You didn't know how much you could trust that woman, did you?

Tekkail answers the question he had just asked. Then Fara and Tendok, who were around, sighed as if they were stunned.

"Absolutely. Even if we stopped, it was just a word to make sure. I was really worried that my head might have gone crazy."

"I'm stupid enough to push through what I've decided for a long time."

"Hey, isn't that too much for both of you?

According to Fara and Tendok, Judom looks bad.

Well, that's good, after all. I was sure I wanted to make sure of that. "

"Is Oila here or not?

"Ah, yes, but I wonder if he can be trusted..."

I understand him implicitly as a fortuneteller. If what she says is true, she may be a little reliable. But....

"What would you do if you lied? You mean you went all the way across the bridge?

"No, then you made sure he wasn't trustworthy.

What do you take for granted? Judom says in a typical way, but he can hear sighs around him.

"Well, that's true, but maybe they caught us.

"Fufu, don't worry. I've always been good at playing hide-and-seek."

"... you're a high-risk hide-and-seek."

Apparently, the man who helped himself seems to have a large vessel in both good and bad ways.

Besides, I kind of wanted to believe him.

"... that fortuneteller, right?

"Oh, and now I can focus on finding the guy he taught me."

"Looking for? Who?

First of all, I'll tell you what he taught me.

When the fortuneteller left the cabin, he said what was in Judom.

"Hey Judom, just one last piece of advice."

"... what?

"... if you're going to fight, let someone in."

Someone?

"Yes, rather than people... a boy."

Boy...

I'm sure it will help you. That boy..... "

And Judom asked the boy's name, and she said:

"Hero"

and.

And finally, she took the paper out of her pocket and threw it at Judom.

"Believe it or not, you decide."

That being said, she left. The paper that was thrown is, of course, a map of the dungeon that has been under discussion for some time.

"Well, first of all, I wanted to go to the castle to see if I believed him."

"Hah, you really are a reckless person. Just for that...."

"Hey, it's too late for that. He really wants to read it first."

"What's that supposed to mean?

"I mean, he probably gave me paper because he knew how to get you out of here safely."

Isn't that a theory of results?

That's right, I say it a little bit stunned. But Judom's face is serious.

"And you owe me, don't you?

"Hmm? Well, naturally. It's like saving my life."

"And your abilities are very good for looking for people."

".........!?

So I swallowed what Judom was trying to say. Tekkail snorts his throat and stares into his eyes.

"... I want you to find a boy named Hero."

Nikko was now at a training ground on the grounds of Demon King Castle. I found some faces there.

One of them, a girl named Ionis, the captain of the Magic Army, noticed our presence and came in a narrow step.

The girl is a girl, but she's not that different from Muir, so you can call her a little girl. Her light green hair is tied to the side, and her curls and curls are wobbling cutely from side to side.

"Oniichan, are you back?

Tilt your little neck like a Japanese face.

"Yoyo looks good, too."

Because the weapon she used was a yo-yo, I named it after her as it is.

"Yeah, what are you doing here?... maybe you came to see me?

I was very anticipated, but when I shook my neck saying "no," I murmured and my eyes visibly sank.... I don't feel guilty anymore. It is best to change the subject at these times.

"By the way, are there any wolves?

"... is that funny?... are you talking about Master Onus?

"Yes, I'm sure he's coming home."

Then Ionis shook his neck sideways.

"I just left."

"... just now?

Actually, Aunous is back, but I heard from Yveam that he will soon be heading back to [Beast Kingdom Pacion] again. That's why I hurried to the training ground where I was told he was here...

"... is it too late?"

It appears that he has already left the country. If I had time, I wanted to ask about "Tai Red Summaries", but I gave up because I had no choice but to work.

"What do we do... Hyiro?

Kamu will ask next door, but to be clear, there is no use here anymore. So when I tried to turn my heel back thinking that I would come to the library for a long time, I was grabbed by the cum.

"Hey, are you horny?

It was Ionis. It's a good looking look and it looks like you were expecting something earlier.

"... no, I'm going to the library..."

When I was about to go, I was called from behind.

"What? Hill village? What are you doing here?

There were Shinobu Akamori and Juri Hon. I thought maybe again, but I watched them a little.

What they were wearing now was armor like that worn by the soldiers here. A wooden sword was held in Shinobu's hand.

(I see. The Devil was right.)

I heard they volunteered for the army.

I largely speculate on what I thought and made such a decision, but I really wonder whether the decision is correct.

I know they're trying to help captured ambitions with their own power.

However, there are only a few things you can do alone, and even the information about the ancient demon king who captured the ambition will not be so easily available.

But if we can get power in this country and earn that status and trust, we will be on the front lines and more likely to meet our aspirations.

(There is certainly a choice between getting information and entering an army that can leave the front line in the event of a war....)

That does not mean that they have the right to move as they please. Even if you go out on the front lines, there is discipline beyond joining the army and it is your duty to follow it.

So even if you see the aspirants in front of you, if the upper echelons' judgment is not the capture of the aspirants, but the threat to their lives such as assassination, you must obey it.

(Do you understand that...?

It's certainly a much better decision than just stopping, but aren't they giving too much priority to their thoughts and ideas there...?

"Hmm? Donatan Hill Village?

She has a strange look on her face. I was staring at them without saying anything, so it might seem strange to me.

"... are you guys ready?

I was surprised why I heard that. Honestly, whatever ideas they acted on, it had nothing to do with them.

That's why I usually give up thinking lightly and ignore it...

It could be just a whim. Or maybe he wanted to laugh at them who acted without thinking. I don't know the truth, but somehow... that's the best part.

Asked by the color of the sun, the two smiled when they looked at each other. And I expected Shinobu to speak, but it was Zhu Li who answered.

Himura-kun, I know there are many problems.

…………

"You were a little worried about me asking you that."

I didn't say somehow, but kept silent without expression.

"But I discussed it with Shinobu-san and made a decision. Let's do what we can."

The eyes of Juli and the eyes of Shinobu were serious. The risk is that he dared to choose an inconvenient path.

Among the answers must be a strong desire to help aspirants and Chiyoshi. But apparently they didn't think the idea would come true.

(Now I can think of a little bit of risk... even though it's still too sweet)

It may have grown even more than it did when it remained stagnant. The growth is slight, but I don't dislike the fact that it moves like this.

(Well, it's none of my business)

I have no intention of saying this if they thought and made a decision. It doesn't matter in the first place.

If you only answer "I see" small enough, you try to leave the scene... but... cui.

(Ah, I forgot...)

Yes, the Ionis response was halfway through. She held her sleeve unchanged.

"It was just right."

I opened my eyes to Ionis who said such a word. After seeing Juli's faces, Ionis turned to the sun again.

Oniichan, I need a favor.

I had a very troublesome feeling and my cheeks twitched unconsciously.