episode_0267

The theocratic state of Lucerne.

The small country located on the southeastern peninsula of the continent is ruled by the Holy Emperor, who is called the representative of God, and a dozen cardinals.

Looking at this alone, it appears to be no different from any other monarchy, but what makes them special is the method of appointing the emperor.

‘Did you say that the current emperor can appoint the emperor 100 years from now?’

A waiting room located in one of the banquet halls. Victor was looking at the report posted by the chamberlain.

Although there were many difficulties during this expedition, it was a hastily held celebratory banquet to quell the rumors.

Lucerne, the most friendly country, would have been able to clearly guess the situation of the empire, but attending an event that would be difficult to call formal was an awkward situation in many ways.

“…Should I at least ask him directly?”

The thoughts I was organizing were interrupted midway.

-smart

-your majesty. Can I come in?

The voice heard beyond the door was Louise’s. After adjusting his appearance, Victor personally opened the door to greet them.

At the door was Louise wearing a dress.

It was based on a bright pink color like her hair and was elegantly decorated with various embroidery. It was not overly flashy, revealing its haughty elegance without hiding it, and even when the same woman, Victor, saw it, it seemed to be illuminated by a halo.

‘If this is enough…’

They will accept that the imperial family is alive and well and that the expedition was successful. Victor nodded briefly and caressed Louise’s cheek.

“It suits you well.”

“Thank you. Your Majesty,”

Louise said with a bright smile.

There was no kiss and only dry praise, but Louise was satisfied with that. This is because Victor was not a great person who would speak loudly, and Louise also knew painfully what kind of situation she was in today.

‘…I’m so immature to expect praise during this time.’

Her disappearance, which occurred on her own initiative, was a major incident that could have turned the entire empire and royal family upside down.

No matter how much it is said that a transcendent being called an apostle intervened and made it impossible, it was a mistake regardless.

Although she even considered being locked up in the harem, Victor did not press Louise and even asked her how she was doing and whether she was injured.

Even if you search the entire empire, you won’t find anything like Jiabi. It even gives me respect as a fellow human being.

So the resolution that Louise should have is not one of regret.

‘I have to be helpful.’

Louise gently held Victor’s hand.

“Time is up, so hurry up and go. There are many guests outside to see His Majesty.”

*

A banquet hall with a rich atmosphere.

“I never dreamed that I would meet in a place like this.”

Siron gazed into the man’s pale eyes, feeling truly unexpected.

The prosperity of Lucerne.

[Diego Rio Cali]

Pointy ears. Flowing blonde hair. That alone seems to tell us that the man is not an ordinary human being. That’s because the man was originally an elf who settled in the great forest.

“Haha. Isn’t this all guidance from the Lord? So, please stand comfortably.”

For a long time, Seonghwang used honorifics towards his subordinate, Siron. For your information, he did not yet know that Siron was a warrior.

You may think that he is an easy-going person who does not care about authority, but in reality, this is not the case. Good luck, Diego Rio Cali gives special treatment only to Prien, the legitimate successor to the hero.

Thanks to this, I obtained Lucerne’s treasure, the [Shield of Chesed], but I can’t help but feel uncomfortable on a human level.

Prien was not a descendant of Kylie, and Siron knew that he had been thirsty for the existence of a warrior for a long time, which made it even more so.

“What are you doing here?”

“I wanted to go on an outing. Coincidentally, His Majesty the Emperor provided such a good opportunity, so I took advantage of the opportunity.”

“Is that so?”

“Yes. By the way, it’s been almost ten years since Prince Siron left Lucerne.”

“It’s already so late…”

“I was very upset because I hadn’t received any contact in a while.”

The green eyes hidden in the narrowed eyes turned to Siron. Siron turned his gaze to the side and tried not to make eye contact.

“I’m so busy doing my family’s duties…”

“Is that so? But for all that, you have come to this place.”

“…How can a person make a living just by working? Sometimes you need to grease the blades like this for the gears to run properly.”

“Haha. Siron Confucius is always cheerful and fun.”

Diego nodded with a bright smile. Thanks to his elf characteristics, he appears to be just a blank slate, but Siron knows that there are hundreds of snakes inside him.

Perhaps his intention was to express his dissatisfaction with Siron.

Diego, who was laughing out loud, looked down and looked at Siron’s legs.

“Anyway, I’m glad you made it safely.”

“Yes?”

“Legs. I was so surprised when I heard that the cardinal had cut me off, but I thought there would be no problem because it was Confucius’s holy law.”

“…Was it a cardinal who embalmed my leg?”

“Yes. This is Cardinal Pardio Romano.”

The Holy Emperor revealed the cardinal’s identity without being asked. Siron washed his face dry and made a curious expression.

“I had not heard that Cardinal Fardio was on the expedition, but I was skeptical based on his skills.”

“It was because I was returning from a visit to a sacred site. I wanted to say hello, but it seemed like I was withdrawing so I just returned to Lucerne.”

Was it something like that? Siron thought it was a good thing that he came to the banquet.

[…You smile on the outside, but you have negative feelings on the inside?]

Because I was able to learn many facts through this face-to-face encounter.

“I’ll have to say thank you later.”

“Yes, I hope you’ll stop by Lucerne next time.”

Of course I could tell that it was more of a command than a request.

As we were talking like that, a person who appeared to be from Lucerne whispered. Diego looked around and opened his mouth.

“Oh my, it looks like I was holding on too much. Well then, I hope you have a great time.”

“Yes. Your Majesty, please.”

Siron bowed his head towards Diego who was walking away.

[Hero. That elf is suspicious.]

‘He’s just that kind of person.’

[is it so?]

‘Uh, as long as it’s not hostile… it’ll be okay so far.’

As long as we have the great cause of eradicating demons from the world. The understanding of Lucerne and Siron coincides.

That may be why the Holy Emperor did not bother to bring it up here even after hearing Cardinal Pardio’s ‘report’.

‘No matter what, I didn’t think it would go beyond the devil’s contract.’

Take a moment to watch Seonghwang disappear into the others. Siron felt the presence of two people approaching this way.

“Poetics?”

It was Victor. It wasn’t a grand event and there was no fanfare, so I didn’t even know I had entered.

“What’s going on here? Don’t you hate this kind of place?”

Shiron silently pointed in a direction with his finger. There was a place to watch the musicians play, and Glenn and Lucia were dozing off.

“Long time no see, Sir Siron.”

Another voice was heard. Louise, who was standing next to Victor, greeted him somewhat casually.

“It’s been a while. Louise. I’m glad you’re okay.”

“…Your accent has changed?”

Louise opened her eyes wide as if she was surprised.

Is it because clothes make people? Siron, whom I met at the banquet hall, seemed like a completely different person than when he was in the labyrinth.

“The place is the place, and how can you speak carelessly to your friend’s wife?”

The way he speaks is elegant, and his slightly bent eyes are exquisite and make your heart flutter.

‘How can the eye smile be so sexy…’

…It wasn’t Louise that made my heart beat.

‘Shiron. He didn’t show that face to me, but only showed it to Louise…’

I wondered if anything could be more ridiculous than being jealous of his wife, but all Viktor could do was not show his jealousy outwardly.

‘I shouldn’t be doing this.’

Although he felt sorry for the woman who had only looked at him all her life, Victor’s heart was torn and he harbored self-loathing thoughts.

However, fortunately, it was not only Victor who felt uneasy.

Because moral flaws were being engraved in Louise in real time.

‘your majesty?’

Louise glanced at Victor with mischievous eyes.

Victor’s pounding pulse flowed through Louise’s hand. Louise sighed as she felt Victor’s heartbeat speed up as she faced Siron.

‘When you held hands with me, you were quiet. ‘Is Your Majesty really engaging in sodomy?’

“Why are you sighing? Are you saying you don’t like me being here?”

“Oh, no. I felt a fever in my head for a moment.”

Louise shook her head at the humorous question.

It’s astounding that I’m still caught up in such childish thoughts. I even felt self-loathing, wondering what on earth he was feeling towards the savior of his life.

‘Your Majesty has received great favor from Siron. Ever since I was young. So, it’s inevitable that I feel more than just friends.’

A wife who always burdens me and a friend who always lends a helping hand.

Of course, it was the latter that was fun to be around.

Louise suppressed the sigh that was about to burst out and raised the corners of her mouth.

[…Is that so?]

‘Why are they like this? A gay emperor and an empress who is jealous of her husband’s friend.’

Siron, who was listening to Latera’s broadcast, looked at the inside and outside of the imperial family with complicated eyes.

‘It’s going to turn.’

Siron was truly worried about the future of the empire.