Thus, the wise strive for light - to start over with a life in different worlds

I walk behind them, facing a door much bigger than the earlier one.

I can be stopped by guys like gatekeepers there, but it turns out I'm Sofia's direct assistant, and I got away with a deep pursuit.

Anything, her assistant said her salary was good but the job description was too tight, and the gatekeeper told her that it was not uncommon for the assistant to change from time to time.

And at the same time as the gate was opened, Isel was sitting in my front, along with men who would be multiple heavy towns.

Even with the front, the room, unlike the others, is filled with red carpets on the floor and as large as the cathedral we have seen before.

The sight will swallow me for a moment.

"... well done, Sir Bettenburg. Easy."

"As you wish."

Walking a few steps forward, they bow their heads in front of him on one knee.

I was a few seconds late, too, and I got on my knees like them.

"Now, as your lord will already know, the anomaly in which the people disappear is making a scene in this country. And today, another piece of critical information came in. I want your opinion on that."

"If only with my unscrupulous wisdom"

... To be honest, I couldn't hide my surprise when I saw Isel thinking firmly about the people.

That should be it, too. Four years ago, he was the tenant who took all our work.

"Do you remember the wise men's law?

"... Yes. Of course you can't forget."

"I called in on that today. … I have been informed that the law of the wise man is progressing to our country. Whether it's their fault or their fault they're hanging around the people."

"Is that information certain?

"Mm-hmm. It's information from a trustworthy man. Even if it's false, there's no point in making it unobstructed."

Sure, even if it's a lie, it won't hurt to keep your security tight.

Those here in my opinion seem to agree, and are equally silent.

"So now we have two proposals. Retreat and resistance. I want you to choose between the two."

"... to me, is it?

"Mm-hmm. Either way, I'll agree with that. Think easy."

Isel says so, but the opinions of those around him seem to be the same, and we all stare at Sophia in unison.

But she didn't flinch at it at all, and she opened her mouth without cowardice.

"I thought we should withdraw. If information comes out that we're going to war with the Wise Men's Act on civil grass now, we're going to cause extra confusion."

"Hmm. I guess that would be best if your lord were to say that. and come up with one proposal from me."

"Ask the people of the poor to serve as shivers"

For a moment I admire the king's words, but I am applauded that the men around me have also convinced me of the king's opinion.

Shinkansen is the last of the retreating troops, so to speak, a defensive line.

Making them do that means he...

At that time, Zahr opened his mouth as if to cleave the sound of the applause.

"Please wait, Your Majesty"

"... you have something to say?

"Even the poor. Our people of Isel. Isn't it the duty of our Knights to protect that people of Isel?

"I know your offer is a sincere and good idea, but what's the point in protecting them here?

"... you say, it makes sense..."

"They have hygiene problems. Such a long journey with them would affect the body and mind of many people. Besides, you can't determine if you have a disease."

... What he's saying is very cruel and sensible.

That's why I don't have the skill to put Zahr in.

Now it's time for the applause to boil again in one of the quieter rooms.

Only the toothpick sound of the giri crossed in it kept me in my mind.

"Shit!"

Zahr punches the wall in Sofia's office thoughtfully.

He was screwed over with a rational opinion of his own impotence.

"... zar"

I call his name, but I can't find the words that go on and I shut up.

When I saw him behind me, I couldn't say anything.

"I know. But it can't be done, because I have...!

"... sorry. If I hadn't recommended retreating then..."

"It's not your fault. It's nobody's fault. That's why I can't do it......!

That's all Zahr says, "I'm sorry," he adds, leaving the room.

And only me and Sophia were left in the room.

"Lazareth. You must evacuate early, too. This could be a battlefield soon, too."

"... no, I'll fight too. That's what makes a wise man."

"Lazareth, not yet......"

"No, I'm not. I'm me, he's him. So now it's time to kill him. I'm the only one who can let him go."

... This has to end.

Because I'm the only victim of what bears the name of a wise man.

"... I need to talk to you tonight. Would you like to meet me at the lake near Isel if it's good?

"Huh? Fine, but what's going on?

"I'll talk to you then. Be sure to come."

I am left with a more serious Sofia vibe than ever before, and I nod without knowing.

And then I turned my back and headed back to the castle gate, afraid I would get in Sophia's way.