episode_0047

Scarlet Dragon, has it already gone that far? To catch that guy, one must struggle endlessly.

Even with a strategy guide, Scarlet Dragon Raid fails multiple times if control is lacking.

In the game, Alaina may be able to catch him in this world turned reality.

I’m worried, but there’s nothing I can do. I can only hope my strategy guide will be of help.

I wanted to hold her back when she came to the store at that time.

Knowing clearly how many difficult and challenging adventures await that child in the future.

But he must not be caught.

Alaina is a child born with the fate of becoming a hero. If she does not continue moving forward, she will corrupt and bring about the destruction of the world.

Alaina, please don’t fall. Capture the Scarlet Dragon and move forward bravely.

City development projects progressed like flowing water.

All buildings where shops will be set up are fully prepared, and the final allocation work is underway by comparing the names on the list of artisans.

In addition, I had to spend several days and nights at the guildhall making upgrade application documents to be submitted to the king.

It was a massive task requiring countless data such as the town’s history and overall topography, basic data, things made for upgrades, costs involved, paths funded by those costs, and so on.

This is absolutely impossible for just me and the administrator.

Mirella knows how to read, but she doesn’t understand these difficult tasks at all, and Brasha is even worse.

Liberonne and two mercenaries are the same.

So, we brought in a large number of former officials from the Jilke Republic to assist.

Processing receipts, finding errors in accounting books, formatting, making copies, attaching labels, beautifully designing covers, and more.

“Excuse me, Administrator.”

The administrator, buried in piles of documents, peeked out his head.

“It’s difficult here, Jack…. There are many eyes watching….”

“Please write an introduction.”

Ignoring the administrator’s words neatly, he handed over the paper.

“Oh, right, an introduction….”

The administrator took the paper with a very troubled expression.

Every report going up to the king must include an ‘introduction.’

It’s not just a common prologue; it must contain praise for the king for the strict scrutiny of the Court Etiquette Officer to pass.

You might think you can just write it, but that’s not the case.

You have to meticulously follow the prescribed norms, formats, expressions, and fill a whole page tightly.

The officials from the Jilke Republic simply cannot understand such insane inefficiency, and I lack the ability to write such things.

So, only our administrator, who has passed the Imperial Central Bureaucracy Examination with an elite background, can do it.

“Um, this is the introduction…. Got it…. I’ll try writing it….”

The administrator picked up the pen with a genuinely uncertain attitude and scratched his head.

“Ugh… if I make a mistake and incur His Majesty’s wrath…. I’ll surely be dismissed, have my property confiscated, and be thrown onto the streets…. That’s when Jack will appear and take me to the store…. But Jack’s intentions are not purely good; they are driven by the dark desires he harbored for me…. As soon as we get to the store, the transformed Jack will….”

He returned to his seat, plugging his ears. Crazy woman, crazy woman.

I wonder if he can write properly. Introductions are incredibly difficult.

As I was doing something else, the administrator approached mumbling.

“Jack…. I’ve finished writing it….”

The paper the administrator handed over was densely packed with small letters.

Where should I start reading?

All-powerful Your Majesty.

Like the stars in the sky losing their light before Your Majesty’s glorious presence, this description of the heart is merely a humble shadow before Your Majesty’s infinite majesty.

Under His Majesty’s noble rule, our empire is realizing the dream of prosperity, and His Majesty’s wise vision serves as a guiding flame that unites and leads the entire nation.

His Majesty’s name will be engraved in golden letters on the pages of history beyond time, and His influence will illuminate the sky of our kingdom like an eternal shining star.

His Majesty’s righteous governance shines upon each citizen like the sun in the vast universe, bringing the light of justice and peace to all.

His Majesty’s merciful heart, like life-giving dew on the driest land, plants hope and joy in the hearts of the people.

His Majesty’s courageous determination and unwavering will serve as an immortal lighthouse guiding our kingdom on the right path even in darkness.

Under His Majesty’s sacred reign, our kingdom has achieved dazzling progress, overcoming all obstacles with His wise leadership towards a greater future.

His Majesty’s just touch does not tolerate any injustice, serving as a beacon of fairness and honesty to the citizens.

Under His Majesty’s eternal blessing, our kingdom will unfold a new chapter of prosperity, and His shining wisdom and teachings will be passed down through generations.

Radiant insight and infinite mercy, His Majesty.

His Majesty’s rule led the kingdom to a new dimension like a miracle of the sun rising in the west.

Through His Majesty’s presence, we overcome adversity and move towards a brilliant future.

His wise decisions hold an influence akin to altering the trajectories of stars, and all endeavors guided by His will culminate in splendid success.

His just touch reaches every corner of our kingdom, fostering the blossoming of equity and justice.

His courage acts as the shield and sword of the empire, protecting us from any threat.

A single command from His Majesty strengthens our resolve like a strong wind, while His counsel soothes our hearts like gentle waves.

His boundless wisdom, like the deep sea, hides countless treasures within.

His teachings serve as our guiding star, leading us on the right path even in uncertain futures.

His heroic deeds will be remembered as legends by future generations.

His kind smile resembles the grace of an angel, brightening all our hearts.

His valiant strides represent an endless journey of adventure and discovery, where we constantly gain new knowledge and experiences.

His creative spirit propels the empire forward, turning the ideal realm we all dream of into reality.

His mysterious charisma binds us all together with a powerful force, and His voice resonates within all our hearts.

His eternal wisdom and infinite love enrich all our lives, while His rule guides our empire towards boundless prosperity.

The document we submit today is merely a fragment of His Majesty’s illustrious achievements and feats, meant to record and remember His great deeds forever.

We will strive to build a more united and powerful kingdom under His Majesty’s guidance, and we pray for the continuation of His glorious reign.

* * * * *

Simply a perfect preface. It couldn’t be more perfect than this.

The content itself is nothing. Truly a combination of characters without any meaning.

However, the preface is not meant to be written for such a purpose from the beginning.

It is a preface that should be written as a mere formality, having existed for too long now.

The key is to embellish and elongate it with various flowery phrases and metaphors, saying ‘You’re amazing, so please pass this report quickly,’ rather than writing a novel. Writing a full page of this is more like a laborious indulgence than anything else.

However, the administrative officer succeeded. In that short time. And it was remarkable.

“Wow….”

Gathered officials who looked at the document in admiration clapped.

“Administrative Officer! You are amazing!”

“T-Thank you….”

Suddenly overwhelmed by a shower of compliments, the administrative officer began to tremble irregularly.

Quickly pouring a potion into his mouth, calming his breath, he looked up at me with trembling eyes.

“Did… I do well…?”

“You did very well.”

“Then please give me a reward….”

“What kind of reward would you like?”

“T-That…. Ugh!!”

The administrative officer, about to say something, suddenly screamed and rushed out of the hall. Why?

From outside the window came the sound of the administrative officer reproaching himself.

“I’m a useless woman…! Always thinking about doing XX things with Jack and XXing XX! Imagining being XXed and fainting several times unilaterally…! Bad woman…! Pig-like woman…! Vulgar woman…!”

My head hurts.

* * * * *

Having completed the draft of the city promotion application, I returned to the shop with my exhausted body in the early dawn.

No one was on the dark floor.

As I went up to this floor, I couldn’t hear any sound, everyone seemed to be asleep.

Wait, a low snoring sound from Brasha’s room. And what’s that coming from the mercenaries’ rooms?

“Captain…. Captain…. I will save you…. Even if it costs my life….”

The second lieutenant is sleep talking again.

As soon as I threw myself onto the bed, I fell asleep immediately.

And I met Alaina in my dream.

Alaina, on the verge of being pushed to her death by the Scarlet Dragon.

[Alaina!!]

Seeing flames spewing between the dragon’s teeth, I ran towards her.

“Get up! Don’t give up!”

I shouted as I lifted Alaina, who was bleeding and sitting weakly.

“Dodge to the left! Jump through the third ravine! You can buy time there!”

* * * * *

“Ugh!”

Alaina, attacking the dragon recovering its magic, couldn’t avoid the suddenly flying claws.

With a severely injured side, Alaina felt intense dizziness for a moment and sat down hesitantly.

She managed to succeed in a few minor attacks, but failed to deal enough damage to turn the tables.

Continuously pushed back, she eventually made a fatal mistake.

It was because Alaina’s skills couldn’t keep up with the strategies she had planned.

The Scarlet Dragon looked down arrogantly at Alaina, preparing to breathe fire.

Helplessly, Alaina shook her head.

Is this the end…. Unable to see Uncle again….

Uncle…. I really wanted to go back….

If there is such a thing as a soul even after death…. Then I will protect Uncle then….

Just as Uncle has protected me all this time….

“Alaina!!”

At the sudden voice, Alaina turned around.

“Uncle…?!”

“Get up! Don’t give up!”

Potion Man ran over and helped Alaina to her feet.