Reese-sama!

When I returned to the mansion where I was based, Monica ran in a panic.

Normally, I would scold you to calm down more...

Unfortunately, I was so exhausted that such words did not come out.

Lean on her as she rushes over.

"Phew..."

"I'm so worn out..."

“It's okay, it looks like this, but it's not deeply damaged.”

It's just... I'm just tired.

Mental fatigue is more severe than physical injury.

I'm barely standing.

If Monica doesn't help us, we might just fall.

"Come on, Reese."

"Thank you."

Sitting in a chair while being supported by Monica.

Then I drank the water I brought and finally got a breath.

"Reese-sama is so cornered..."

"Honestly, you misjudged his power."

"... is it Rain Shroud?"

“Yes, and his people, I suppose.”

I can't believe I defeated Altera-sama.

This is an unexpected result.

Altera has both strength and intellect.

Among the Four Heavenly Kings, my strength was number two.

From the beginning, Rain Shroud and the others were unlikely to beat each other anyway.....

Overthrowing my expectations, they seized the victory.

To name a few, Altera's plan was completely destroyed, leaving the moderates with a favorable outcome.

What a headache.

"... well..."

For me as a neutral, it doesn't matter whether the hardliners get the advantage or the moderates get the advantage.

Once the Demon King was awakened, everything would be over and settled.

Nevertheless, this defeat is honestly painful.

It was unexpected.

Not only will Altera lose.....

I was cornered, too.

I even used my own trump card to manipulate time.

"Reese-sama"

"What is it, Monica?"

“Please forgive me for saying this at a time like this. Rain Shroud... don't underestimate him.”

……

"If you think it's more troublesome than a newly appointed hero..."

That's right.

When this happens, I have to admit that my perception was wrong.

Rain Shroud is not just a phenomenon that draws the blood of a hero.

Even if the blood is thin, the talent is better than Mr. Arios.

Right now, it's growing into the biggest threat.

"I can't believe you misjudged what you did with me..."

In a way, I am responsible for this defeat.

If we had eliminated him beforehand, this would never have happened.

"Mr. Reese, if you order me to kill Rain Shroud..."

"... no, it's not time to move."

Are you going to leave me alone?

"I admit he's a threat... but that's why we can't move easily. You will need to prepare accordingly.”

"But if I risk my life...!"

"That's no good, Monica."

"Ah....."

I stood up as I nearly fell and hugged Monica as she tried to step on her courageous feet.

She looks somewhat restless and calm.

“Sure, if Monica is so prepared, we might be able to get results. You're also... drawing the blood of God."

……

"But if you die, it doesn't make sense." I'm living for the Demon King... but not only that, I'm living for you too. "

"...... Mr. Reese......"

“You're human, but you're like my daughter. No, I think it's my daughter. Is there a parent who drives the child to the death?"

"Thank you... thank you"

Monica falls down.

Maybe you don't want to be seen tears.

I grew up, but I think I still have a lot of young children.

Oh... my Monica.

My cute little girl.

I'll show you what you want.

Monica's revenge is my revenge.

Monica's hatred is my hatred.

Everything is for my daughter....

"... I apologize. I've shown you something pathetic.”

"For me, it was a merit." I was able to see Monica, who I don't normally see. ”

"Ugh... Mr. Reese is mean."

"Fufu"

I want to stay like this forever, but I can't relax too much.

We have to take the next move and recover this defeat.

……

Analyzing the current situation.....

Then, think about what you can do now.

You simulate it in your head many times, and you come to the conclusion that this is going to be okay.

"Monica, would you please call Arios and Mina?"