episode_0120

Belze was in {Diggle Forest} at that time.

Over the past few months, I have achieved exponential growth through intensive special training under my mother and only teacher, Belzab.

Of course, my senses have become more sensitive.

In addition to {Magic Circulation}, which is the comprehensive patent of the Beastmen, {Berserk} can now be used freely.

In order to become a stronger being like Belje and Dahuin.

It was the result of endless efforts to become strong enough to be of help to him someday.

But apart from that, some special changes began to appear in her body.

The first symptom is…

A huge appetite that can’t be stopped.

Belze always liked meat, but during training, he ate the meat of monsters he hunted raw, without any cooking.

There were also times when I reacted more sensitively and got on my nerves.

And the second symptom is.

Belze’s beautiful gray hair gradually turned light brown at some point.

According to Belzab, he thought he may have inherited his father’s brown fur, who passed away before him, at least belatedly in the process of growing up.

Belze was also quite taken aback by this rapid change in growth.

Of course, Beljav couldn’t help but be taken aback by her change.

Even though it happened because of Belze’s rapid growth, which was getting stronger day by day, it was overlooked.

That evening.

Grumble..

“hungry..”

Just a moment ago, I had just returned from a hearty dinner.

The salivary glands slowly flowing from the corners of Belze’s mouth are dripping thickly, as if to let him know that it is still not enough.

Belze felt that no matter how much he ate, his hunger did not go away and instead got worse.

Grumble..

Feeling that he can’t hold back any longer, Belze goes outside again today to appease his insane hunger.

I was trying hard to scratch the strange pattern on my right shoulder that was bothering me.

***

Finally, two days after the winter festival that ended tragically.

Sein and I attended a memorial service for citizens who died after being attacked by an unknown demon.

According to what Teacher Zeright said, {Alysseum Kingdom} would provide appropriate support to each bereaved family through {Royal Academy}.

Of course, the citizens who heard the news were grateful for the kingdom’s kindness, but it seemed that they could not completely protect the hearts of those who lost family, friends, or loved ones.

It was clear that this was evidence that {Service Knight}’s response was not perfect.

What’s worse is that Sein and I, both {Royal Academy} students, tried to protect the citizens.

“The kingdom responded faster than I expected. Sein..”

It was as if {Alyseum Kingdom} knew that the demon attack that occurred during this winter festival would inevitably occur…

We responded faster and more quickly. So much so that the name of the kingdom was not mentioned through this incident.

The proof is that a large-scale memorial service was held as if to end the sorrow of this terrible pain. Of course, it’s my suspicion…

Naturally, thanks to the quick response and appropriate support from {Alysseum Kingdom}, the citizens did not seem to have any such suspicions.

“I think so too, but…”

“{Alysseum Kingdom}’s appropriate response is providing a small amount of comfort to the citizens.”

“As someone who serves the kingdom, I can only admire it.”

Unlike me, who thought of such doubts first, Sein showed that he did not even doubt whether {Alysseum Kingdom}’s trust was strong.

“is that so..”

The colorful streets and liveliness of the winter festival, which should have been held for a week, were showing a pitiful appearance that had long since disappeared.

This place was filled with only sad sobs, a cold coexistence of silence and sadness.

＂Shall we go now… Sein?＂

Sein and I dressed neatly in the black attire prepared by the {Royal Academy} and participated in the memorial service by walking to the village square with the {Service Knights}.

To be honest, I was embarrassed when I first requested this offer because I had no idea I would be treated this way.

At the time of the demon attack…

The testimonies of the {service drivers}, Qatar, and many citizens who were at the scene were the decisive reasons why I and Sein, who did not run away from the scene of the disaster and made a great contribution to saving the people, attended.

Even though I didn’t want to go to such a burdensome event despite Qatar’s first request, I had no choice but to attend when she asked if I could at least give comfort to citizens who had lost their families, friends, or lovers.

‘Everyone… looks like they’re having a hard time.’

just as expected. As soon as I entered the street, I heard sad cries coming from all directions…

It was rare to see places where parts of buildings made of wood were destroyed or collapsed so badly that they were completely uninhabitable.

Of course, all of this…

A complete disaster that occurred in just one day due to an unknown demon.

So Seinnim and I began to walk quietly through the streets of this village filled with only sadness.

Tread.. plod..

Citizens who recognized us cautiously approached us and expressed their gratitude.

“You’re that oppa back then, right..?”

“Thank you so much for saving my family.”

“Thanks to you, my younger brother was able to live like this.”

A little girl hugging her younger brother and bowing her head politely to express her gratitude.

At that time, the surroundings were too dark, and I could hardly use my eyesight due to excessive use of my {sixth sense}, so I couldn’t even remember the face of this girl who approached me warmly. It was spilling.

Although I was wandering the streets with {service knights} and couldn’t get close to them, I could feel the citizens’ feelings of gratitude, so I quietly bowed to them and accepted their greetings.

＇If only I had been stronger..＇

Of course, pain and sadness were evident in their voices expressing gratitude. My heart, which I could clearly feel, gradually became heavier.

If I had been stronger, could I have saved even one of them? When this thought suddenly occurred to me, the feeling of regret was not very good.

Then Dahein’s hill naturally goes down…

just as expected. Seeing Da-hein’s downcast expression, Se-in gently held Da-hein’s cold left hand as if clasping his hand and opened his mouth.

＂If it weren’t for Dahein..＂

“Those who are greeting me now would not have survived either.”

“It is not good to blame yourself for the death you were unable to protect.”

Although it sounds cold, her encouraging voice for me is definitely impressive.

“Spread your shoulders proudly and welcome them as new opportunities arise for you.”

Lift your head up…

I look at the face of Sein, who gave me courage.

As if he had made up his mind and was staring straight ahead, Sein’s golden eyes were facing the citizens, and he was moving forward without any distortion in his expression, as if he was trying to engrave all the sadness rather than avoid it.

I feel once again that this kind of worldly person will always be an object of admiration.

“Thank you always. Sein..”

“It gives me strength because you’re by my side..”

It must have been Sein’s first time experiencing something like this, but the way he moved forward more reliably and courageously than anyone else was a great source of support to me.

If I hadn’t met Sein… or if she hadn’t been by my side.

I would have endured all these emotions alone.

Wow..

As I held on tightly to Sein’s clasped hand, I leaned on her once again today.

To be honest, as much as I became ashamed of myself for thinking that I would become stronger on my own, Sein was left as a big person to me.

Wow..

Perhaps because he recognized my feelings, Sein also hugged my hand once again.

***

There were endless tears of sadness over losing someone I loved so much, but I accepted the firm resolve of those in the world and moved forward confidently, allowing the memorial service to proceed perfectly.

Of course, among them, there were a few who criticized the {Knights for Service} who failed to properly protect themselves, but the {Knights for Service}, including Qatar, just walked on, steadfastly maintaining silence, while silently accepting criticism and swearing from citizens.

I’m sure {Service Knights} also know this.

The hearts of citizens who have nowhere to express their sorrow over the loss of friends, family, and loved ones.

So, if only they could be met with the citizens’ screaming lamentations… {Service Knights} seemed satisfied with that.

The winter festival memorial service that seemed like it would never end came to an end.