We Live in Dragon’s Peak

"Ever since I was a kid, I've been longing for Yufi-sama and Nina."

The shadow that mimics Cefina speaks.

Cefina was silently listening to the words "her own shadow".

"Noisy sisters. Sisters who always cause problems. But strangely, no one hates me. Rather, I was loved and loved by far more people than myself, who would praise me as an honorary student."

In the deep darkness, Cefina put her arms together and stared at the shadow without contesting.

"That's why I followed the two sisters on their backs. I want to be too. I want to be free and loved by people."

The day of the departure of Euphilia and Nina, fifteen years old.

The two sisters jumped out of the royal palace as adventurers without hesitation.

Cefina also followed her twin sister and became an adventurer in the spring when she was fifteen.

"Every time the sisters were active, the royal palace people seemed annoying, but they talked about it with love."

Cefina was greatly inspired by her sisters, who worked with the witch Madeleine to crouch the kingdoms of Armand and Joltenitos.

"I want to be praised by everyone one day. That's why I tried. I took my feet to countless lands, spread the word with my body and mind, and empowered myself."

At one point, the name Cefina was widely used as an adventurer rather than a princess.

"But while I was going one step further, my sisters were going two. That's why I couldn't catch up with my sisters for so long, but rather was pulled apart."

That's when it happened.

The story of Euphilia and Nina's marriage came to my attention.

"I knew I was going to marry His Royal Highness the Prince of Joltenitos. But when I opened the lid, it was completely different. The Dragon King boy and his two sisters were falling in love."

Ernie Ease.

A cute boy who entered the Dragon Peak alone in the spring of his fifteenth birthday and captivated the beautiful princess of the Dragon Clan with the title of Dragon King.

"No matter what, the sisters were unorthodox. As a royal family, I broke down a political marriage. On the contrary, at the time, Ernie's presence was growing with the momentum of the ruptured bamboo."

Who would have expected it?

Even though the twin princesses of the Armad kingdom have the title of Dragon King, they do not marry a civilian boy who is not noble or anything.

However, the marriage story of the twin sisters was going well, rather than being stubborn.

"That's why I'm interested. To a boy named Ernie Ease."

What kind of a boy is attracted to his twin sister?

"And I thought, What happens when I captivate the boys who captivate my sisters?"

I felt like I saw the back of a twin that seemed endlessly distant.

"At first, I was wondering how I could captivate you, Ernie."

I tempted myself with my hands.

Sometimes I have tempted myself with my body, knowing that I would soon be a princess.

"But then I realized I was more obsessed with it."

It may have been a natural consequence now.

The one who stopped the twin sisters, who were naive and untied by anyone. I couldn't have been less attracted to myself than my sister.

But I don't regret it.

Rather, I feel happy with myself now.

He showed me a new view, looking only at the back of his twin sisters. He taught me how to gamble my life and fall in love.

If you are with Ernie and your twin sisters and everyone else, you can be happy.

"... but is that really true?

The shadow tilted his neck there.

"I am, I am. That's why I know. I'm always lonely. You can live without relying on others."

I yearned for my twin sister in childhood. The days when I followed his back and became an adventurer. And up until now.

Indeed, Cefina was alone.

I did not reject others. There are a lot of good friends and great friends.

But I was always alone when it was important.

It does not depend on someone's behavior, nor is it tied to anyone's heart. I was just a little lonely.

"That's why I dare say it. I don't need Ernie, Yufi-sama, or Nina. You can climb to heights without the help of anyone."

"... height?

Cefina, who was silently listening to the words of the shadow, finally called out.

What is height?

What do you want to say about shadows?

The shadow honestly exhaled the answers Cefina sought.

"I'm no longer standing on the road chasing my sisters' backs. Now I can manipulate a lot of magic. And one day, you can freely manipulate all kinds of magic and learn the logic of magic. Yes, Ernie, you don't have to be on your side. Even through loneliness, I can climb to heights."

I see, Cefina nods small.

The shadow of one's depression tells the story of the past. When I was told in words, I often realised it was true again.

But the shadow was trying to deny Cefina the way she is by making her recognize herself in the past.

I no longer have to follow my twin sister's back. I don't really need to be tied up by Ernie or anyone else.

The shadow reveals the heart that sinks deep into Cefina's heart. That's what this is about.

Cefina stared back at the shadow of silence waiting for an answer.

Next, untie the arm you were wearing.

One step, I pushed my right foot toward the shadows.

And say it.

"So, is your favor over?

Cefina smiled at the shadow of her head inclined surprisingly.

"I've been told a lot, so what? I would have thought it didn't matter. I mean, isn't it?

Cefina lowers her hips quietly and grips her fists lightly.

And I taught my true heart to the shadows.

"It's a rare experience to fight yourself, isn't it? Then it wouldn't make sense to hit each other with your fists before arranging your favors!

Saying so, Cefina jumped forcefully toward the shadow full of lies.

Failing, Mistral first felt his immaturity.

It was only natural to watch out for beasts, demons, and dragon tribes because they were staying in the wilderness at Dragon Peak.

Of course, Mistral, the dragon princess, will not be alarmed there.

But there were other things to watch out for.

An extremely dangerous mountain peak with an unknown crisis.

Even if you are a Dragon Warrior, you cannot travel to Dragon Peak alive. Not to mention just after the departure of a legendary beast named Shijo. Unfamiliar people must be starting to be stupid enough to take away an empty territory.

Then you should have been more vigilant than usual.

The tree cave, which constrains its movement, should not have been enclosed.

"... so this is the situation?

Mistral stands in the dark with a black stick in his right hand.

Slowly I could see, but the darkness reigned everywhere.

However, the only one who exists but himself and the darkness stands before the last stop in sight.

"Why....."

It was a familiar shadow.

It was something I shouldn't forget.

Just the outline tells us who it is.

"... Alta"

The shadow standing in front of Mistral was long and strong compared to Zan, who was familiar with childhood.

However, there are no crooked horns, nor evil wings or tails, as we saw one day.

In the past, shadows that took shape when we were working together waited for Mistral in the dark.

"Why?"

Again, Alta's shadow grunts.

Poor thing. Spicy. Hate it.

Mistral tries to keep his cool by showering a cold dragon on confusing thoughts.

But the more you calm down, the more you think.

Why is there a shadow of Alta?

Where is this darkness in the first place?

In the dark atmosphere, you can feel a slight dragon flow. So, I guess that means I was trapped in that kind of existence.

Now, who is this being who can take himself away in an instant at Dragon Peak and trap him in the darkness?

Darkness and shadow, and dragon vibe.

I felt like I saw the answer.

Shadows speak words similar to anguish, whether or not they know Mistral's ideas.

"Why... Why did you choose that boy instead of me...?

"You mean Ernie?

"That's right. Why can't I be that kid?

"What are you talking about?

"Why did you leave me and live happily with him? What's the difference between me and him? Because I have no power between the Dragons and the Humans, and he has the title of Dragon King while being a pure Humanity?

"Don't be stupid!

In the words of Orta's shadow, Mistral could not help but scream.

"You and Ernie are different!

In the first place, comparison is wrong.

Orta and I grew up childhood friends with Zan. If asked if they were close, they would definitely say they were best friends. But Alta got off the road.

"I'm still sad that I couldn't help you. But I don't regret it. 'Cause we bet everything on you back then."

It was a painful and painful battle.

Many have died and have since left deep roots among the tribes.

But Mistral didn't regret the dust.

We did everything we could. There is no turning a blind eye from the result.

"And Ernie is a fine husband for me."

Cute younger husband. But it's more reliable than anyone else, and it brings the right results to Mistral, his family, and his friends.

That's why I don't compare El Nair with Orta, who was a childhood friend, and Zan, who is still my best friend.

"Because I love Ernie with all my heart."

The shadow of Alta swayed in an unshaken word.

"Do you love him more than I do...."

"No, it's not. In the past and in the future, the only person I love is Ernie."

Therefore, the words of Alta's shadow are wrong.

Orta's shadow swayed further, according to Mistral's assertion.

"I see....."

The words of shadow cannot shake Mistral's heart. Did you realize that? The shadow gradually melts into darkness and disappears.

But as soon as it disappeared, the shadow left a last word.

"... you love that boy? So, what about the other wives?

"What do you mean?

Orta's shadow completely vanished in front of Mistral, asking back.

Instead, new shadows emerge from the darkness.

"... this time, me?

"Yes, I am. Your Shadow"

Two black shadows appeared: Mistral and Melon.

The shadow of Mistral says.

"At first, I was ready. I am a dragon people. And that man is a tribe of people. The lifespan was too different. So I thought it was important for the future of Ernest to welcome Louiseine."

I thought it would be happy for Ernie to have someone to die with, old together. I'm sure I can endure it. The long life after Ernest and Louisaine passed away is neither painful nor sad as long as there are memories. I thought so, and I was ready.

"But things have changed a lot. Ernie welcomed Lyla and the twins. And during the wedding ceremony. Those who were bound to Elnea, including me, gave me the life of immortality."

It was an unexpected event.

I can't believe the problem of life expectancy disappears in this way.

"I was delighted. I was glad honestly that I didn't have to look after everyone. But...."

The shadow stares straight at Mistral.

Mistral stared at his "shadow" with his sharp eyes.

"But... Are you sure this is what you want? Are you satisfied with it as it is?

Shadows whisper in the darkness of Mistral's heart.

"There is no longer life for me and Ernie. Then everyone who stands next to you as an old cum with Ernie....."

I don't need it.

"I fell in love with Elnea before anyone else, and was confessed to love. I know Ernie better than anyone. I love you more than anyone. So....."

I don't need the other wives anymore.

"Instead, it's just me and Ernie getting in the way. Don't you think?

Together with Ernie, we'll be together forever.

"If it's me and Ernie now, it's possible."

That's why the others should be gone.

In the words of the shadow, two burning emotions boil from the depths of the Mistral.

The dragon jewels pulsated violently.

"Come on, there's no more restraint. I know what I want. Now is the time to let go of your instincts."

Unstoppable dragon air overflows from the inside of the Mistral.

Golden scales close to silver emerge on the skin and wings grow from the back.

Mistral's eyes glowed brightly with a strong grip on a black stick.