Sword of the Philosopher

I thought I'd go back for a moment than the big battle was over... but Croix chose to enter Widels territory.

"The fact that Widels is gone will soon be recognized by a subordinate who hasn't fought... and in some cases may push him this way to avenge his death"

"Is that why you're going forward here?

"We must ensure the safety of the people. In order to do that, we need to check the situation regarding Widels' subordination and territory... because there may be a raid over time."

"It's unlikely."

The word came from Zemun.

"However, we need to be sure early on about what happens to the territory where my husband is gone. Whether to acknowledge Master Croix, who gained the power of Widels, or whether another will gain territory, there must be an early confirmation"

"In the battle between the Demon King candidates, there are no rules around it?

When asked, Croix shook her head left and right.

"Basically, the territory has not been taken... because the demonic world before was simpler, and if we defeat the Lord, he will be the new Lord."

"You're about to slaughter..."

"Sure. But when the Demon King was resurrected, things changed around him."

"What do you mean?

"The Demon King himself doesn't want us to fight each other. Weighted himself to cause a war that would secure territory without darkness."

"I'm an ex-combatant demon, though. Even if the Demon King stopped it, there were a lot of them moving, weren't there?

"Right...... but on the face of it, it's true that the movement stopped"

... That's an episode where you can see exactly how much the Demon King exists. It is also understandable that there is now a recoil due to the disappearance of its demon king and executive.

"Let's get back to it. There are no special rules on territorial usurpation… but basically the people are in such a way as to embrace and follow the new Lord"

"You mean power is everything..."

"No, not necessarily. Because some demons are desirable. In some cases, killing your fellow countrymen buys resentment and makes you feel bad."

Well, isn't it just that we should conquer it by force?

"In fact, this is the way the demons rule the eastern part of the country."

"I mean, he said he's got a lot of support from other demons"

"That's what happens. As a result, we extended our rule all the way to the east."

"Is it the biggest obstacle to becoming a demon king... even if Croix challenges from there for assuming control of the western strip, is there a chance of winning?

"I've had the power of Widels, and I think the blade will arrive with my power even as it stands... but this is only a reflection from the information obtained at the moment. The prediction is sweet, in fact, it could be without hands or feet"

"It's just a demon clan that rules all of the east. You mean you're commensurately strong."

"Right. In addition to those powers, they also have a combination of people's desires. In order to beat that opponent... first, I think we have to build strength"

That's exactly your biggest enemy......

"You're just going to outdo me with strength, and you're going to win?

Sophia opened her mouth to the lid - her eyes felt somewhere, saying things in a position of princess, not as a squire. Is that why you're talking about things like governance and control?

"As far as I can tell, I don't think the demons of the East will be convinced even if they win..."

"I need force, but I don't know if I have the qualities to lead the demons."

Croix says pale...... he is like having territory while small and acting thinking about the people. From the point of view of people, it never seems bad.

"Before the showdown, you will also have the opportunity to talk to the demons of the East. So what do you think I'm doing to dominate the demonic world... if I don't show the neighborhood properly, I won't be convinced"

"Is there something floating around?

"No, I myself will now only appeal to the people and show them the way -"

That's when Croix's words stopped. Watching something, I was directed at that gaze and at me and Sophia.

"What's up?

"... well, do you have this hand too"

Growl abruptly. As this one leans his neck, he says,

"We both said that as far as I'm concerned, we'll create a way to return before the showdown... but we'll prioritize you and we'll do you a favor."

"Please?"

"Oh... but when this is the situation, let's talk about it. Things may be changing when I'm supposed to carry around the West."

... please? I thought a little bit about what it was, but in the end I decided to walk without answers.

The conversation broke down after that, and we even walk down the plain. I'm entering the territory that Widels held, but so far there's no anomaly.

"Hey Croix, if it turns out to be hostile with Widels' men, what are you gonna do?

"Start with the negotiations. I'm sure I can't get in the way more than I can with my own Widels."

"If it breaks..."

I look back. Faces are following me, starting with Zemun, but just after the big battle, there is also the colour of fatigue.

Earlier battles were an ambush to disrupt the army and take over the Admiral due to the fusion magic between me and Sofia. But if the enemy had fought like a mourning battle... it would have been a clash from the front. It's not good for this one, who is a minority... or the winner is thin.

"I am well aware of the danger."

Croix replied to my words.

"But we have to make sure... not to sacrifice any more of our inhabitants"

... I'm sure there's a rise in his chest about the collapsing towns and castles. It's not strange to see that tragedy and come to the idea of sacrificing as little as possible.

Sacrificing the people for Croix may be in a mood close to trauma... part of the battle going forward that could also be a weakness. That's where the faces, starting with Zemun, will have to follow.

When I came to those thoughts - I found a shadow in the sky. I thought it was the bird at first, but that's apparently the devil,

"Croix, is that a reconnaissance?

"Perhaps so...... I felt the power of Widels and here he comes"

Right after he responded, he discovered a shadow forward. I don't know what it is because of the distance, but the number is multiple. Not in such numbers as to form an army, though.

"Looks like you're out..."

"You don't seem like you're going to attack me for one second. Prioritize the discussion."

Croix squeaks. Because of the small number of people, you seem to have made that assumption.

"Master Luon, what shall we do?

Sophia asks. Uh, well. The only reason we're coming with you is because you don't know what's going on.

"No, stay next to me"

But Croix's answer was unexpected.

"I will continue to fight with both of you in the future... it's just not a good idea to talk in front of the vast majority of Demons, but this time it's probably the side of Widels that will be face-to-face. We should convince those beings."

That being said, is it okay to fulfill it... even though I doubt it, I followed his words and proceeded to walk... Eventually, I met the Demons face to face.