The horse runs and the wagon we ride shakes.

Only the slightest light visible from the gap at the entrance of the wagon is a clue to the current position.

This is shaken for about an hour or two, and from the fatigue of the previous battle, some sleeping demons come.Looking around, everyone was asleep because they were tired.

Amura is sleeping with Gacto's thighs as a pillow.I forgot to mention, but Fanlon is also hiding in Amura's pocket in the shape of a golden ball.I'm almost there, but I can't stand the fatigue and fall asleep.

I woke up again in my dreams.The blue light shines before my eyes, and the light begins to speak in my consciousness.

Celt, can you hear me?

Hmm? Oh, the usual voice again.Yeah, I can hear you.

What the hell are you up to today?

"In this case, I am sincerely grateful for protecting the people and village of different races where it has nothing to do with my work and stopping the prince from going to the hands of the evil gods.And you must be proud of it. "

Someone who doesn't know where?But you're the only one who praises me purely. Purely happy.

"Ufufu... that's good."

... you can still hear me, right?

"Yeah, I can hear you. Looks like you're getting used to it."

Hmm, I don't know if I'm used to it or not... I feel like I'm swallowing new things faster because I've had a lot of experiences becoming a girl.

"It's evidence of great competence in this world.Being adaptable is a strength. "

She's adapting too much to forget she was a man.

That's how I found out I could have a conversation.What should I call you....

"If you're having trouble calling me Martell, call me Martell."

So, Mr. Martell, what happens to me now?

"Keterness is no worse than you think.Just say that you work too hard... because it's a stoic personality, even if people hate it, it's a type of personality that doesn't hurt them.Please, don't be afraid. If you talk to each other, the path of light will always lead to each other. "

I mean, isn't Ketterness the enemy?

"Remember, the power of Keterness back then.Your people have bravely confronted you.Normally, it's only natural to be defeated by a god.But he came back with his strength.I don't know why... I'm sure he'll tell me about it. "

Keterness... what the hell are you thinking?

"Ah, that's right. I let you unlock new abilities, so check back later.It seems to be using it unconsciously. "

Ah! Speaking of which, I forgot to check my abilities.What kind of abilities have you acquired?

"Now, it's time to wake up from sleep.Celt, it's okay. There's nothing wrong with your path. Then go. "

Yes, I'm coming, Martell!!

"Fufu... go away"

As it is, light spreads to this spiritual world.As my consciousness gradually cleared up, I heard a man's voice....

"... i... hey... hey!! You guys!! We're in the castle!!Wake up and get out!! "

When he got up, the wagon stopped, and when he looked outside, he was in front of Galacriotto's castle.Looking around, it seems that everyone was asleep this time, each waking up with a soldier's wrath.

"... ahn? You're here already... I just wanted to get some sleep."

Yushiriz scratches his head and makes a big stretch.

"I'm going to go before Master Keterness right now, so why don't you shake it up!!"

When everyone was pulled out of the wagon and taken out, they entered the castle surrounded by soldiers.

The guided place is between the thrones of God, where the battle took place before.

But God hasn't come yet.We stood quietly in front of the throne in a tense atmosphere.After a while, the big door in the back opens.

Turning around, Keterness walked in with a majestic look.We quietly pave the way and lead Ketterness to the throne.After Keterness comes, we will naturally be in the right posture.After all, my body gets tense and stiff just by looking at it.Everyone here will think so.

Keterness snaps his fingers once when he puts the chair on his hips.

Then, from behind, the maid carries a glass about the size of a jock with a red drink in the tray.The maid went beside Keterness and laid a coaster on a small table next to the chair, stabbing the straw in the glass.

But Keterness lifts it up, pulls out the straw, puts his hand on his hips, puts his mouth on the glass, and starts drinking it.

The drinks in the glass are running out as I snort my throat.And as soon as it's empty, Keterness takes his mouth off the glass.

"Puhaaaaa!!! Orange juice after all this trouble is going to stain my body ~ haaa... awesome... maroon!! Refill!!"

"No... no, Master Keterness!!Blood Orange Juice is susceptible to increase blood sugar levels, so up to one bottle per day!! "

"It's not good ~ ~ I can't believe one thing just disappeared!!"

"Da... nnh!! Besides, isn't the customer waiting for you!!"

The maid left the space early, shaking off the keterness, which entangled his shoulders as if he were drunk.

The other day, we looked as if we had been taken apart.

"... hey, what's going on... even though I've lost so much work..."

"Ah... um..."

When I raise my fearful voice, I turn my thin eyes toward us and look grumpy.And I'm a little confused, but I'm going to move on.

"What are you going to do with us?"

"... there's one thing I have to say."



"Ah, you're one of my men, and you've... defeated a traitor."

"Is this about Fafnerion?"

"You know what I'm saying?Actually, the responsibility my men committed was supposed to be borne, but thanks to you guys, the troublesome work was reduced.And thank you as a courtesy. "

"Hah... hah..."

It was quite strange that the person who had been fighting before suddenly thanked calmly.I didn't know the reason either, so I could only give it back in a weird way.

"But... there's only one problem.About the kid. "

It points to Amura.The pointed amulet aggressively hides behind the Gact.

"Give me the amulet?"

"What do you think? You're ready to give it to me?"

"Why do you want Amura?"

"That's right... you want to hear it?"

"... of course."

"Then I'll tell you. Just because it's dangerous."

"Danger?"

"There is something the demon gods want to be blood-eyed.It's called "Undying Liquor." And it is called the "Dragon Blood of the Son" that is used as the base.It is said that the Dragon Blood of the Son is a heterogeneous (irregular) blood that leaves several kinds of dragon blood... It is said that the blood has abnormal energy and the power of immortality is also released.That's what they call a kid right there with that blood. "

So that's why Fafnerion did it?

"I guess so. The child is targeted to make immortal liquor.It's dangerous just to have him.So, gentle hearts, let's protect them. "

"... what happens to this child if I give it to you?"

"... I'll jail and hide this kid's whereabouts."

"What!?"

"Don't worry, I can eat three meals.And I'll give you some time to spend.Just eating and sleeping makes you happy. "

"Don't change like a livestock!!"

"... of course."

Suddenly Keterness's expression changed.

"Because of him, the village is also on fire, and the gods of other countries have told me that the demons are also moving!!I'm in trouble because of this blood!!Come here!! Even if the people hate me, I act to protect my country and protect the dignity of God!!I can't be gentle for such a person!!Thank you for letting me live!! "

Her friends stood up from the chair with her face bright red and shouted at her.However, Amura quietly dropped her gaze.

I didn't feel irritated by the words.Just... take a step and try to get closer to Keterness.At that time, the consciousness was unclear as to what it was trying to do, but it was blocked by someone's arm to regain consciousness.

It was Gact who stood in my way.

"Keterness, I'm going too far. I know what you think.But nothing happens when you yell at such exotic people.And our leader refuses to say anything. "

"Gact... you..."

Celt, calm down.

"... sorry"

Keterness also sits on a chair in a crowd and rearranges his feet.

Celtic

"Yes"

Tell me what you're saying.

"I...."

It reminds me of Amura's previous treatment.The village of the homeland was burned, persecuted by the same dragon people, and finally handed over as a livestock life.Amura had no freedom.And that word of Keterness.....

I sorted it all out.And I open my mouth.

"I am! I will not give you Amura.I want Amura to be free.Even if it had a strange blood, she's a living creature!She's a life where you can laugh, cry, think, be happy and feel happy, just like everyone else!!I want you to spread that feeling even more through various experiences.You can't be nice to yourself?I object to it!!I can't love my own people to someone who can't even be kind to a chosen girl with blood!!If the bad guys are after her, I'll do everything I can to protect her.So... we'll protect her. "

……

She uttered my words after a little silence.

"Really?"

"Yeah."

"Can the enemy bring in more troops to protect them?"

"I'm gonna blow you up."

"... I see. Instead, Ahshi won't be held responsible again? Is that okay?"

"I'm already responsible.Never mind. "

"That's right...."

Keterness is sitting down and his body is shaking.I said a lot of things that bothered me, but I didn't know what to do because I was angry.

Then he suddenly stood up and raised his hands and smiled.

"Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa!!!!!!!!!! I don't have to take responsibility anymore!!"

... to?

"Alright! Are you sure?!I'll leave it to you!? "

"Ah, uh, yes..."

"Alright!! It's been a long time since I've had a big job!!Why don't you join us for dinner tonight to deepen the rapport? "

"... uh"

"Stay in your room until dinner, but send someone to guide you."

Two Dragon maids come into the room when Keternes snips his hand about twice.

Show these people to their rooms.

"Yes, ladies and gentlemen, follow us."

The conversation went on indifferently, and Gact was the only one who didn't change anything about the situation.All but Gact and I must have thought so.

(This god... I really don't know...)