Monster no Goshujin-sama

12 - Kato Makoto Perspective

In a town near Imperial Capital, we were supposed to see the Macrolin Border Bell Army in this eye.

To be precise, he outran the Borderline Bo's army en route to the Imperial City.

It was a near miss.

This is a strange story, and when we calculated the time it would take from the mining city of Nuruyas, the heart of the Borderline Uncle, to the Imperial City, we had been told that the Borderline Uncle was already at the time of his arrival in the Imperial City.

Of course, long distance travel in this world - with exceptions such as the 'Circle of Fairies' - is basically on foot, so it can often happen that things don't go as planned due to some trouble.

That's just not what happened this time.

We moved to the high floor of the church to see the sight of the Borderline Belgian Army outside the town.

"That's an amazing number."

I looked out the window and Senior Mashima snapped low.

Outside the town, the Borderline Belgian Army was camping.

According to the report, that number is two thousand. It was such an insignificant number that we were about to start a war.

"With all those soldiers, it's only natural that it takes longer to get around than planned."

Mr. Lily sighed.

"Given that the monsters attack us, it's only natural that a man of status has an escort... but that's just too many."

"The Borderline Belgian Army should be depleting the troops it put out on the expedition during this time. Given the defenses in the realm, the number of two thousand would be the maximum number of troops you can move freely at the moment."

Mr. Silan makes a supplement. This look was also harsh.

"Huh, that sounds amazing"

In contrast, Aoi gave a pleasant voice.

"We're going to attack the Empire City."

"... and I'm not kidding."

Iino gave it back in a bitter voice.

"Something that could launch an attack on Mashima when we get to Teito"

"Seriously."

"Uncle Borderline could do it."

In this case, Mr. Iino was the only one who met Uncle Neighborhood directly.

That's why the sense of crisis is probably huge.

It was an unexpected situation.

"... I'm so sorry"

Mr. Gordon bowed his head deeply.

"I didn't expect Borderline Uncle to lead such a large army"

It would be a cold sweat as a diocesan knighthood who asked Senior Mashima to come to the Imperial City because he would try to hold back Uncle Borderline.

Because, worst of all, turning back here is also an option.

Naturally, such cases were assumed.

As a matter of fact, bringing the dragons inside the dragon abyss also has the side of emergency mobility.

With them, the airways can be used, so it is possible to return to Akel in a month, although not as fast as the 'Circle of Fairies'.

Senior Mashima's expression was harsh.

Most importantly, the seniors had not lost their cool.

That in evidence, it was not the emotional words that blamed the Cathedral Knights that were spoken of, but the words of prudent doubt.

"... that's odd. I wonder what Uncle Borderline is going to do."

His eyes turned to me.

I'm counting on you.

I'm glad you feel that way.

"Sure, I doubt it"

I consciously kept my chilling thoughts as I felt my breasts squeal.

"I didn't envisage these things. 'Cause I didn't think I needed to."

"Dear Kato, that's..."

"No, I'm not blaming you for talking differently."

Mr. Gordon looked up in a bit of a hurry, so I denied his concern.

"It simply means that I was deciding that this would not happen. Because, before, Senior Mashima interacted with five thousand Borderline Bo leaders. Now, it doesn't really come down to a smaller number than before."

"That's where I was concerned, too"

Senior Mashima also voiced her consent.

Since there has been time so far, my predecessor and I are discussing the future movement of the Borderline Belgian Army.

I was able to share recognition.

"Assuming we have been attacked, this time, we have full power. Nor do we have to protect the elves. In addition, there are Cathedral Knights in the Imperial capital..."

Seniors point water at Mr. Gordon.

"I don't think we have enough of them to break through this. Is our perception wrong?

"... Yes, no. Exactly."

Mr. Gordon, who was told the story, nodded in a slight panic.

In the meantime, there was also a soothing atmosphere because I found out this one wouldn't get angry or anything.

It's just a flash of it, too. The look turned into something serious.

"The Imperial Family also has a story to tell about this meeting. Neither the Empire nor the Church will allow such a large army into the Imperial Capital. Assuming you've been attacking to break through forcefully, there are soldiers stationed in the Imperial capital, and there are forces of war in the church that can move. If my men, Cathedral Knights Unit II, work as a core, I will not let them step into the Empire, even if they are five times as powerful as they are now. It won't even bother Mashima-sama."

It's not that it's a grand language, it would actually have that much fighting power.

There's also a reason to just do that.

Because we are already widely informed about this meeting, as this one asked.

The safety of Senior Mashima depends on the authority and trust of the Cathedral Church, the wedge that stabilizes the world.

If there is anything like a borderline ambassador strikes out at a forceful means, the diocesan knight has to respond with all his might.

Also, in the unlikely event of a breakthrough, the power should be depleted, making it easier to protect your predecessors.

That's good to go.

"Then, Mr. Gordon. What do you think is the intention of Uncle Borderline?

In exchange for seniors, I cast my doubts.

"Of course, if Uncle Borderline is the kind of person who makes such a mistake, except for the story. What about around there?

"That's... that other guy used to lead his own army when he was younger. It also goes through the military. I don't think so."

"So you know exactly what's going on."

Because, increasingly, I don't know.

I've deliberately led all those troops, but that's not enough.

I'm not even the kind of person who can't figure that out.

Does that mean the army has been brought in but is not going to make an attack?

But that's all - isn't it?

"... ah"

No. That's probably enough in this case.

I noticed, I opened my mouth.

"Is it possible that taking a hostile attitude, in itself, is the aim of Uncle Borderline?"

Senior Mashima looked surprised.

"Show hostility... you mean harassment?

"No. In this case, it's more direct"

"What do you mean?

"What we're going to have is peace talks. But if one of you shows a hostile attitude when you come to that meeting, what do you think of the surrounding area?"

Senior Mashima opened her eyes much more.

"... I see. Uncle Borderline can't poke at peace talks. But I'm not even convinced. So he said he was trying to let the people around him know that he wasn't convinced."

Seniors put aside some time to think.

"But then the Borderline Uncle will blade to the Cathedral Church. Isn't that a bad position for Uncle Borderline?

"I think it's the most questionable question"

I nodded back.

"But if 'I'm just taking the great army,' how can you make any excuse?"

"... what?

"Because it doesn't even make an attack. No matter how many escorts you take, you're on your own."

I turned my gaze to Mr. Gordon.

"Is it not?

"... Indeed. Unless you actually take hostile action, you won't be able to pursue it all. Uncle Borderline has responded to this request. Nor is it such a thing as blaming the borderline uncle for what the public thinks. Instead, this is the way to go."

Mr. Gordon roared with a deep wrinkle between his eyebrows.

"Instead, Perhaps Uncle Borderline is after that. If you hold them accountable, they will create disturbing air from here."

"What a hassle"

Mr. Garbera, who was thorough in his listening role, gave a softened voice.

"You mean you can't even blame me? I don't think they left me."

"Not quite."

To this I have returned the word of denial.

I know what it feels like to be a hassle, but if I only knew what the other person intended, because this was a situation that wasn't even so pessimistic.

"Rather, this one has remained so far. This is the best possible counterattack for Borderline Uncle… If you think about it, you can also say that this is the only thing you can do."

"If you change your perspective, sure, will it"

Senior Mashima hammered him.

"I don't know what means the Cathedral Church used, but I guess the borderline uncle still can't get out by direct means. Otherwise, there is no need to make peace talks without such a roundabout…"

Think a little and open your mouth again.

"But it must be a hassle at all costs. What exactly should we do?"

"Well, nothing comes to mind, but..."

And I shook my head, saying,

"No. Needless to say, I will do anything else."

"What do you mean?

"The important thing is," What do people think of that Borderline Army? "

Explain to a senior who looks strange.

"From the side of the border, you should say, 'How do you make me perceive it?' You can also think of more aggressive movements."

"Makes you capture… aggressively, you mean manipulate information"

The seniors breathed in convincing fashion.

"I see. One way to tell it is to change the impression of things. But it's not a good idea, after all."

"Yes, but if it is such a battle, it will be a specialty of the Cathedral Church, which has long defended the stability of this world"

When I said, the seniors turned their gaze to Mr. Gordon.

Mr. Gordon nodded after he looked a little troubled.

"We will not deny it. Stabilizing people is what the Cathedral Church is all about."

It means I'm good at leading public opinion.

Among its means, it would also include the manipulation of information.

In fact, the Church has also succeeded in hiding the scandals of the unsuccessful braves by successfully using the rumors of the False Braves before.

He must have had other means of my unexpected.

"If you know how they do it, it won't be hard to seal it off. Perhaps the Church will soon notice the intention of the Borderline Uncle"

"Yeah, that's what I noticed. You can't possibly not notice the church. I just want confirmation that you're gonna make a move."

"When we get to the Imperial City, I'll get confirmation."

"Thank you"

I finally loosened the tension in the room when I knew I could deal with it.

Seniors laugh at me.

"Because all we have to do is respond calmly."

"Right. If you go home angry, it's the thought of Uncle Borderline."

The worst thing about this scene was losing calm.

It would be a definite achievement to have been able to avoid that in the discussion.

"Thank you for your concern. Let's seal up what Uncle Borderline is up to."

Mr. Gordon undertook vigorously, and we left the town behind.

"Vegetables are amazing"

"Huh?"

After finishing the trip by today's "Circle of Fairies" and having dinner, on my way back to my room with Mr. Rose, I was spoken to by Aoi.

"Today's story. Talk to me like that. I've been smart for a long time, but I was surprised."

"Oh......"

I knew right away what they were saying when we talked about dealing with the Border Bell Army.

"Besides, you had the perfect breath with Senior Mashima."

I was turned to a very bright smile.

When I was in school, I preferred her cuteness.

Remember, I miss it.

... That also meant that I felt so far back when I was in the original world that I felt that way.

Less than a year.

But that wasn't just a year.

The experience since I came to this world has radically changed the person I am.

I can't help but say it's some kind of disconnect already.

For me, what happened in the world where I was was was a thing of the past.

To be honest, about Aoi, the perception that she used to be a good friend is stronger.

I was just happy to exchange words like this and warm up my old relationship.

Besides, I hope our relationship helps our seniors get along well with the expedition.

With that in mind, I returned my words to Aoi.

"I don't know if it's perfect, but I've been consulting with my senior. The discussion will be smooth after all."

"Yeah. It was perfect. What is it, like this? Yeah...... oh yeah"

After a little thought, Aoi brightened her expression.

"The role of the wife! That's what a real vegetable looks like to Senior Mashima!

"... heh?

I did not think, I made a strange voice.

Of course, what Aoi wanted to say would simply be a 'breathtaking partner' nuance.

Seeing her face laughing innocently, it was clear that there was no weird intent.

However, I know that, but the word was very aggressive to me right now.

Suspended, to the point where I panic a little.

Before I left Akel, I was pushed back by Mr. Rose and I was determined to try my best with regard to my love.

Looking back at whether those places are also affecting you unconsciously, I also think that you have more opportunities to make contact with your predecessors at a distance you have stepped in just a little more than before.

...... I am also a little embarrassed to think that the favourable brakes I have hesitated to do so far have just broken.

Most of all, I'm still afraid to step in consciously.

It was awful not to be able to step in consciously, while unconsciously clogging the distance increases the chances of sometimes.

Sweet feelings crushed my chest so bitterly that some nights I couldn't sleep.

Nor was my cowardice the only reason I could not step in.

Because we had an expedition to rendezvous with.

Unlike us who experienced the collapse of the colony and changed our values to live in this world, many of the Expedition members retain their original world values intact.

Of course, they are mostly expressing their power with unconscious heroic aspirations, half-sided with many bona fide people, weak minded without thought, and more inclined to run in solitude.

This is something we were talking about beforehand, but for them, the presence of the Lillies in love with their predecessors is a high risk that doesn't seem good.

In the meantime, I could have predicted that if I were the same metastasizer, I would be very likely to buy objections.

At one time, given that seniors are putting rendezvous into their options, we should avoid any risky behavior that would crush that possibility.

At least we should not act decisively until this journey is over and we return to Akel.

That's what I was thinking, suppressing my feelings of accelerating.

Now there was something like I was stepping in the accelerator and the brake at the same time.

I heard an unexpected word from Aoi, and she had a weird voice, 'cause that's what I mean.

There was something a little sensitive about it.

When she looked at me like that, Aoi looked like she had fallen to her heart.

A little bit, maybe there's something I've felt before.

Doubts were raised.

"Makoto, do you like Senior Mashima?

That's in regular coibanas if you're close to each other.

For me now, it was an accident that I couldn't do anything about anymore.

"Ah, uh..."

That's not true, I just should have given it back.

I knew it by my head.

But my body and mind didn't follow me well.

There were recent events that had left my feelings untouched.

No. Only love for Senior Mashima can't handle it well since before.

My face got hot with the momentum of fire.

The fierce momentum raised the shyness.

It's not like when Mr. Rose and I grew a special bond as buddies in this world and they also understand our relationship well with seniors.

It took a special - or, of course - shame to let a friend who was close in school before the transfer know about his genuine love heart without any help.

Duh, I lay my face down.

But you would have seen a bright red face, and there was no point in trying to hide it.

"Wow. Seriously, what the hell?"

"Ah, Aoi..."

They say it in a serious tone for you, and you can't see your face.

Still, I manage to say what needs to be said.

"Oh, you know, Aoi. This..."

"Yeah. I know. He said it was okay."

Come on, Aoi gave me this right back.

She is not the kind of person who reveals people's secrets in pranks.

I knew that in a pre-metastatic relationship.

"You know, the truth is, I was going to protect you, Vegetables, and you brought me here."

Aoi-chan told me that I could not raise my face yet.

"So you don't have to worry about anything, and Vegetables can be relieved"

I looked up and there was a naive smile.

"Aoi..."

Nature and feelings stood back when I was chatting in the classroom.

to oneself before knowing the weakness of man and the cruelty of the world.

Even an illusion, that wasn't a bad feeling.

"... thanks"

With honesty, I was able to thank you.

It was then.

"Vegetables"

Mr. Rose, who had been silent, called me, and I was frightened.

Before asking me anything, I was called from across the hallway.

"Oh. Mr. Kato, you were here"

I was Senior Mashima.

It got a little sloppy because there was something about Aoi earlier.

I got a little nervous that they hadn't asked, but apparently they're fine.

Senior Mashima was not alone, Lili and Shimazu were with him.

"I was looking for you. Just give me a minute. Shimazu-san wants to talk."

"I'm sorry we're talking."

Shimazu-san says. Aoi looked strange.

"It's okay, but what are you talking about? Is that the one I can ask you about, too?

"Fine. Or because the sunflower is not irrelevant either."

That said, Mr. Shimazu has turned his eyes to me.

"Talking is about a suggestion I made before. I was wondering if you'd join the expedition."

"Is that it?"

No particular surprise.

Because I thought it would be because I've changed and cut out stories.

On the other hand, Aoi didn't know about this story, she looked surprised.

It was just not a surprise to 'us to rendezvous'.

"Huh? Vegetables, aren't you coming with me?

This was a little unexpected.

Apparently, Aoi assumed that we would join the expedition.

He looked decent.

"Why?"

"... uh"

I don't care how you ask me, I'm in trouble.

We need a reason to rendezvous, but there's no reason not to.

However, apparently for Aoi, I found out that the opposite was true.

It is only natural for her that we should rendezvous.

There was a slippage in recognition.

Nevertheless, they are old friends, and I hesitate to say things that stick.

"Here. Aoi, don't bother me."

It was helpful to see my confusion or Mr. Shimazu pinched his mouth quickly.

"Because each one of us has its own circumstances."

"Yes, but..."

"Besides, I'm moving to get the Mashima people to join me. We haven't decided not to rendezvous yet."

That said, Mr. Shimazu removed the paper in a barrel from the leather bag he had in his hand.

"What is it, it"

When Senior Mashima asked, Shimazu laughed a little better.

"Earlier, while everyone was having dinner, I went to the Imperial City and came back. So, sort of."

"... you said something amazing about rustling"

"You know what I'm capable of. If you are alone, you are less burdened. But if you don't get as close as you can get to this distance, even if it's hard for one of you to go and come back."

Saying, Mr. Shimazu handed the paper cartridge to Senior Mashima.

"That's a list of people who agree that Mashima will join the expedition."

Senior Mashima, who received the cartridge, made a perfect move.

"I appreciate Mashima, and I want to do it as a companion. I'm not the only one who thinks that. You said this before, didn't you? That's the list I showed you so easily."

"... Mind if I take a look?

"Of course."

Since I was bewitched by my predecessors, I, with Mr. Lilli, dropped my eyes on the paper my predecessors held in their hands.

One different handwriting, with sloppy names lined up.

The number of people is about forty.

With about sixty current members of the expedition, a minimum of more than sixty percent consent will be secured at this time.

There were also two names lined up, including Expedition Leaders, such as "Sword of Light," "Multiple Beings," and "All-Purpose Vessel".

It was quite spectacular.

"What do you say, Mashima? If that's how the names line up, it'll give you a sense of reality, won't it?

"... right. And more than I thought."

"Sort of. Or because, in fact, this was some sort of prior rooting. I had persuaded the neutrals and the passive opponents, and I had persuaded them to do so while I was gone. Well, while I was gone, we were getting together more than I thought, so I was surprised."

Mr. Shimazu shrugged his shoulder lightly.

However, those eyes were serious.

"I think this list would have power if Mashima were to actually rendezvous. That's because most of the guys who show some difficulty are simply anxious about what's going to happen in the future, and they're not against Mashima with bad feelings. If the vast majority agree, I won't complain."

Besides the thought, seriously, Mr. Shimazu seemed to be getting his hands on it.

Alternatively, it might have been the main purpose to make that fact felt.

"The situation is unstable right now and I can't see the way ahead. We, the transferees, better gather together. I think it's good for Mashima and for us to rendezvous. I hope this list moves Mashima's mind."

Shimazu-san told him in a sincere tone when he picked up the list from Senior Mashima.

We approach the Cathedral Church, to the expedition.

Your arrival in Imperial City is tomorrow.