episode_0155
by fnovelpiaThe morning of the second day of the festival.
Faaah!!
Transferred to a magic circle hidden in the forest.
I’m back.
Even night raids.
Dawn’s revenge.
It’s all in the past now.
It is a morning with a bright sun rising.
I faced my disciple just like that.
I don’t think much of it.
I’m just tired.
“… Let’s go back to Andro.”
“Sure.”
Although he didn’t show it, his stamina deteriorated as he defeated the attack and destroyed the duke castle. My student is also tired, but I am even more tired because I use everything to the fullest.
I want to collapse and rest right now.
But not yet.
Andrew died and was resurrected.
We need to check on her well-being.
That’s why my disciple and I took heavy steps side by side.
“What about Andro?”
We arrived at the huge Goliath tent.
The disciple caught a passing knight of Goliath and asked him about Andrew’s condition.
“Ah! It’s Ronica. Fortunately, he woke up without any problems… My complexion is not good. Would you like to go sometime?”
“Yes.”
The disciple gulps.
Then, I followed the driver and entered the temporary hospital room where Andrew was staying.
“ANDRO!!”
“… … Ronica?… .”
Andro raised his upper body on the makeshift bed. The body is fine, but it looks quite emaciated.
I just look at Ronika in confusion.
“Andro! Are you okay?… .”
“Yes… maybe. The doctor said I was very healthy. It’s an okay deal.”
“… … … .”
The two looked at each other in silence.
And soon.
Whisper-
The disciple hugged Andrew.
Did something that happened overnight come to mind again? A trembling voice is heard.
“I’m sorry. I heard it all. They say that he was betrayed while working for the black man and me. Sorry. Sorry!!… Wow. I’m really sorry… … .”
“Ronika… don’t cry. If you cry, I too… Black. I feel sad too!!… … .”
From yesterday to today.
How many times has it been already?
The disciple became a crybaby.
Andro also showed himself crying for the first time. Still, he didn’t stop talking.
“Actually, I was scared. Not being able to run away, being in pain and even getting cut by the sword. I was so scared and afraid. Still, I resisted with strength!!”
“Yes… Well done. Andro was so amazing.”
Pat each other on the back.
Okay!! The sound of someone holding back tears rings out.
Write it. The sound of sniffling echoes in the room.
It’s not like we discussed it with each other.
The two people hugged each other and began to make honest confessions.
It was scary, but I endured it.
Although I was scared, I was glad to see it again.
I thought everything was off.
I was helpless because I couldn’t do anything.
I just waited quietly.
Because these two talk a lot.
Let’s wait as usual.
How much time has passed?
Sniff.
“I’m okay now.”
“… Me too.”
He looks a little calmed down.
Andrew is also a really great guy.
Even though it was the most scary and confusing thing, I would have continued to endure it. If Ronika hadn’t shown up, I would have been holding it alone.
Still, it wasn’t noticeable.
I stopped crying faster than Ronika.
After all, it’s the successor to the Grand Prize. It’s okay to cry and throw a little more tantrums… .
He slowly got between the two people.
“Are you feeling okay now?”
“Ah!… .”
He seems to have finally noticed my presence.
Was he embarrassed by what he just looked like? He points at me with his bright red cheeks.
The disciple quietly moved out of the way.
I just faced him.
“If there is anything wrong with your body, tell me.”
“Ah… No problem. I feel so lively.”
“Weren’t you afraid when you died?”
“… … … Ugh… .”
“You asked something pointless. Don’t think. First, stabilize your mind and body.”
“Oh, no. I’m okay now.”
It slowed down a bit.
Because I’m not good at speaking.
Let’s just tell the truth.
“… … … sorry. I didn’t know you would get caught up in this because of my request.”
“Oh, no… I’m okay. Nothing’s wrong now? The people who attacked were also at fault. It’s not for the nigger to apologize to me.”
They wave their hands.
It’s a look in his eyes that says he won’t blame anyone.
You are an upright person like your student.
But Andrew did not have a chance to vent his anger on his own.
I just suffered it.
He is the biggest victim.
It would be right to apologize for that.
“Still, I’m sorry.”
“… … If you’re really sorry, please grant me a wish later.”
“Any amount.”
A faint smile appears.
It seems like I’ve regained some stability.
But it was death.
It must have been very scary.
It won’t be easy to shake it off completely.
A unique case where he didn’t almost die, but actually died and came back to life. Even if your body is fine, you will be mentally confused.
That’s not all.
Why did he die?
Why did you suffer?
Who saved him?
I don’t know anything about how it came back to life.
… I guess I should tell everyone.
“The attack that took place last night. And I will tell you what happened when you fell.”
“… Black man! Can I tell you?”
Ronika intervened. I would like to report the incident directly to Andrew.
Rather than calmly explaining the incident in my own harsh words, it would be a thousand times better if my close friend, my disciple, spoke to me as if comforting me.
I got out of the way right away.
“… Leave it to me.”
“Thank you.”
Afterwards, Ronica told the whole story of the incident.
I just stayed on the sidelines.
Even with his gaunt face, Andro listened to the story with his eyes wide open.
Ronica also knows all about the circumstances of the incident. All I could do was nod my head without any further explanation.
Attack of the duke’s men.
Help from an unidentified armored knight.
Andrew was resurrected through a deal between me and Godhead.
Afterwards, the story of how the dukedom was destroyed.
“Is that really true?… … .”
The more Andrew heard the story, the more his eyes widened as if he could not believe it.
He must have been listening to get rid of his confusion, but he seemed even more confused. It must have been amazing that such an absurd story became reality.
Ronica apologized once again, and I also apologized for the sake of the atmosphere.
But Andrew repeatedly said it was okay.
I think I waved my hands more than ten times.
And then.
“It’s okay to see the two of you together. Because it seems like my efforts were not in vain.”
He tried so hard to smile.
It will probably take some time to fully recover from the shock of death.
But if it’s this kid… .
Wouldn’t it be possible to shake it off and get up soon?
Afterwards, the three of us talked and then took a rest without doing anything.
Andro calmed down.
The disciple laid down his tired body.
I also sat cross-legged in a corner.
Mana is depleted.
The space becomes empty.
I used up all my stamina.
It was quite unreasonable.
It will take a few days to fully recover.
So, I concentrated on mana breathing with all my might. So that I can wake up again tomorrow.
A day passed like that.
The last day of the festival has arrived.
*
The last third day of the festival.
Ronica.
Andrew.
me.
The three of us went out onto the forest path.
This is because the three of them decided to play together to recover and recuperate Andro’s mental health.
It is a very grand festival.
This is the festival everyone was looking forward to.
Shouldn’t you have fun at least for a day?
That’s why it was so unreasonable yesterday.
I don’t know if I can enjoy it normally, but it would be much better to come out and change my mood than to be stuck in a corner.
The three of us will enjoy the festival.
I hope this makes you feel better.
but.
“Did you hear the news?”
“The Duke’s death?”
As soon as I came outside, I heard the Duke’s story.
I pricked up my ears, as was the habit of phantom beasts.
“Yes! Isn’t it said that one prisoner single-handedly destroyed the castle?”
“Huh. How is that possible? I understand that a duke has a knighthood strong enough to be considered a kingdom.”
“That’s what I said. So I think it may be information that was spread incorrectly… .”
“The newspaper said it was not a misinformation.”
“Geocham. I really don’t know what’s going on in the world.”
Surprisingly, the Duke’s death was already known to many people.
I immediately realized why.
Newspapers are scattered on the streets.
As a newspaper office was located on the festival street, it seemed like they communicated with the city to obtain information and immediately spread the news to the people.
That’s news that will surprise everyone.
You probably asked right away.
“Ronika and Negro… Did you really destroy the dukedom in one day? Kill the duke… Did you fight with a lot of people again?”
Andrew spoke carefully.
I told you everything yesterday, but it seems hard to believe the part about destroying the duke castle.
No, are you worried?
Because we committed murder.
“Yes. Andro was hurt. It wasn’t a big deal.”
“Actually, that wasn’t enough. If you want, I will destroy all three generations.”
“Ugh. Well, there’s no need for that!!”
Looks surprised.
Andrew waved his hand again.
Fortunately, he didn’t look as lethargic as he did yesterday.
Afterwards, I walked down the noisy streets.
Although he was cautious and hesitant at first, Andro forced himself to shake off the shock and began to enjoy the festival.
But still, we were worried, so Ronica and I asked again.
“Are you okay?”
“If you feel uncomfortable moving, tell me.”
“No!! Rather, my body became much lighter. For some reason, I feel like I’ve been working out for 10 years.”
“Hmm… .”
Fortunately, it has become stronger.
Come to think of it, Seongju collected the energy of the attackers and injected it into Andrew.
That might be why.
This little guy shows signs of a natural mana circuit.
If so, that’s it.
It’s sturdy so there’s nothing wrong with it.
“Oh! I want to do that. Let’s go together.”
“Good! I’ll give Andrew anything he wants. Is that true for black people too?”
“Of course. The festival was quite fun.”
I kept going out to play.
Playing games.
Watching a performance.
Watch or participate in competitions.
We finished our meal leisurely in a cozy place.
If the first day was for the disciple, today is a day entirely for Andrew.
Did you say that you really feel that way when you smile?
To some extent this is true.
At first, it seemed forced, but before I knew it, Andro was really smiling.
Time passed so quickly.
dark time.
Piyung~
Papabat!!
After confessing our true identities, we all lay down together and watched a proper fireworks display.
We were smiling together.
*
Morning of the 4th day.
The festival comes to an end.
The bell that signaled the start of the festival continued from the city to the training center.
A signal announcing return to original state.
“I can’t believe something like that happened.”
“Keuheuk… Captain, are you okay?”
“Damn it!! I was playing without even knowing that. I feel resentful!!”
The point at which everyone withdraws.
In addition to Rowen and Golden Fist, I encountered the Venus family.
When they heard the news of the attack, they were very angry and comforted Ronica and Andro.
By the way, after returning to Hwansu, I quietly watched from Ronica’s shoulder.
“The captain was the one who destroyed the duke castle?… .”
After that, Rowen was shocked when he heard the news that Ronica and I had destroyed the dukedom. And I pledged to prevent any threats to Venus itself in the future… .
You’ll take care of it.
Because Andro is there too.
“It’s already time to break up. It’s a shame~”
Andrew returned with a bright smile.
As expected from Hysterion, this guy also has amazing mental strength. It seemed like the fear of that day had almost been overcome by walking around together yesterday.
He would help Goliath and Venus a lot by making them bigger.
Please grow up safely.
“Goodbye everyone!~ It was fun.”
Ronika waved her hand.
This is the end of all goodbyes.
Venus and Goliath packed their bags, boarded a long carriage, and left.
The festival ends and everyone disperses.
“Heehee~ There are two left again. Yay!!”
On the way back to training camp.
My disciple rubbed his cheek against me on his shoulder.
And then, ‘Wow!! What am I doing!!’ He blushed and walked away.
It seemed like he was conscious of what he looked like when he was human.
He looks embarrassed.
But even for a moment.
Swoosh~ Swoosh~
Rub your cheeks again.
‘Because the current black dog is cute!’
I can feel the intention to treat the appearance of the phantom beast and the appearance of a human being separately. Of course, the reddened cheeks seem to deny that…
I feel relieved because my student seems to have regained his original bright appearance.
“Sniff~”
Well, I accepted it as usual.
*
“Ronika! Did you play well?”
“You must have played well on your own.”
Lapis and Astradic.
When they returned to the training center, the two were still bickering and greeted Ronica.
Aleph and Fiona appeared next.
“… Did everyone have a good time?
“Ronika!! Was the festival fun?”
Even though Aleph was involved, Fiona seemed to be having fun and didn’t feel awkward.
No, he looked at Ronika and me alternately with eyes full of anticipation.
You might be wondering if I revealed my identity.
So, Ronica whispered separately.
“Fiona~ You also avoided the place for me and the black guy, right? thank you. Thanks to you, the two of us were able to become closer.”
“Hehe~ I’m so glad.”
The guy smiled brightly.
With this, all of Ronica’s group gathered together.
There was a big incident called the war with the duke, but they don’t know about it.
Everyone gathered together laughing cheerfully.
Now it’s time to get back to normal.
The training camp was in full spring.
*
The moon has risen.
Night came with instructors and cadets all cleaning up after the festival together.
So, the training camp accommodation.
I returned to Ronica and Fiona’s room.
◎︎ Use hand drawing.
Pot!!
In that room, he transformed into a human body.
This is because he said he wanted to see his disciple and Fiona transform. Since his identity has been revealed, there is no reason for him to remain in the form of a phantom beast.
You can change as much as you like here.
“Ahh. Black is Dirus… .”
“Negro transformation! Tail-eared human!”
The two people responded loudly.
Why is this such a big fuss?
No, this is not what I, who hid my identity, should say.
just… .
“You two are strange guys.”
“Should we only do black people!”
“Alumni below.”
As I was trying to stand still, Fiona approached me first and played with her tail.
“… Touch the tail gently.”
“Yes.”
Ronica also approaches.
“That… Can I touch it?”
“Didn’t you touch it all the time?”
“Ugh!! I’m so embarrassed… .”
“… I have never rejected your touch. Thanks to this, the resistance has almost disappeared.”
“… … … Is this consent?”
width.
Raise your tiptoes and place your hands on your head.
The disciple’s cheeks turn red as he rubs his ears.
It seems quite embarrassing.
It’s very passive, and it feels strange, but… .
It’s not that bad.
Although the change in attitude is unavoidable, it is not in a bad way. It can be said that it is fun to see such uncommon appearances.
I couldn’t help but press her forehead, but Fiona was struggling as usual, and Ronica was like, “Wow!” He walked away.
We got along a little bit like that.
Now it’s time to sleep.
“Good. Now sleep… … .”
“Hmm?”
My student, who was about to lie down on the bed, stopped talking and quietly looked at me.
Oops! It’s a familiar expression.
And then he spoke in a trembling voice.
“Now… Shall I sleep?… together?… … .”
“… … If you want.”
I got closer to the bed.
but.
“Ugh. Are you going to sleep like that?”
“It doesn’t matter what.”
“… Ugh. It won’t work either!! Transform me into Hwansu.”
My cheeks are redder than before.
Well, it must be burdensome to sleep snugly in the form of a man instead of an animal.
It will be difficult to roll around together like before.
◎︎ Release handprinting.
Pong!~
The little cub became Hwansu.
I kept my distance and got on the bed.
The disciple looked at me for a moment.
“… … Wow!!~ So cute!!”
What?
He returned to being his usual disciple and hugged me.
Is it okay for the human form to be okay and the phantom beast’s form is okay?
‘From a cool nigger to a cute nigger!!’
I guess the answer is correct.
When I took on this appearance, the sense of distance between me and my disciple disappeared in an instant.
He is still an unknown disciple.
just… .
As usual.
We fell asleep together.
If you travel that deep into dreamland.
[…] … … Crazy guy.]
Artrot’s swear words greeted me.
*
“Phew… ha… … .”
Meviron city.
Andrew, who was touching his neck, took a deep breath and jumped high out of the alley.
“Tsk!! Chaaaa!?… .”
It bounced pretty high.
light.
Vivid.
When I secretly came out of the Goliath branch and tested myself, I couldn’t help but be surprised.
The five senses become clearer than before.
Stamina increased several times.
and… .
Sze-
I stroked my stomach with one hand.
An energy I’ve never known before.
Mana.
Entered 1-star level.
“I… Has it become stronger?… … why?… .”
I came to my senses.
I gained a little confidence. As you gain confidence, your night fears begin to recede.
Pop.
The trembling of my hands, which I had secretly hidden, stopped.
“… Can I become stronger too?”
Should I say it was a coincidence?
Thanks to you, I decided.
In order not to be disturbed like I was then, I decided to start practicing rather than exercising.
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