episode_0062

“Unit commander. What are you talking about! There is no way a discussion is possible!”

yes.

I was just a soldier weaker than Rise or Ainel. Although it is said to be a bit stronger than a normal knight, it is impossible to block that earth dragon. Even Ariana Katrin did all she could to stop the earth dragon’s movements. Probably only a hero would be able to capture it.

“Charge. You must quickly dodge while Captain Ariana is blocking her. Captain’s… … If you don’t want your sacrifice to be in vain… … Ha, sorry.”

Ainel could not bear to continue speaking. Even Ainel, who always seemed bright, shed tears at Ariana’s sacrifice.

still… … .

Rise is not letting go of my hand.

“Daron… … . I think you can do it. so… … .”

“Do you mean me?”

“If it were you… … I think it’s possible.”

Rise prioritizes me over Ariana. So, I will consider my life important too. But Rise trusted my abilities even more than that.

Anyone who was close to me would know.

You didn’t ask, but you probably knew there was something I was hiding. That’s why he leans on his idol, Ariana.

Will it work?

Why should I go alone and run?

It might actually be a hindrance.

of course… … .

It’s not impossible.

“Ha.”

“Daron. Why are you holding back? Are you really going to go?”

Ainel doesn’t seem to understand what I’m worried about. that’s right. I don’t understand myself either.

“Charge.”

I’m really crazy too.

“To Director Ariana—.”

“Not allowed.”

Asabel cut me off before I could finish speaking.

“It would be a dog’s death. Do you think you can catch that earth dragon?”

“No.”

“But you want to go? You’re crazy. I regret your sacrifice, Director Ariana, but I have no intention of losing you.”

It seems that my value has increased significantly. Normally, if a soldier like me had gone there, they would have just snorted and told us to take care of it.

“You are a capable soldier. It would be a waste to keep him as a soldier. Do you think I will let you go like that?”

“Charge.”

I knelt down and bowed my head.

“Although I am a soldier, I am someone who would sacrifice my life for Commander Ariana. I learned the sword from him, and thanks to him I came here and gained experience.”

“I don’t understand. Is your life not worth it?”

“If I run away like this, I will be like those knights.”

“… … .”

The princess’s mouth stiffened at the mention of those knights. Several imperial knights were attacked by a special species of black anaconda called Ract. The knights who felt their lives threatened by this guy even ran away, leaving the princess behind.

“I am not a knight, but if I am a truthful knight… … I know it shouldn’t be like that.”

I looked up at Asabel with confident eyes. Even though he was shaking because he didn’t follow his orders, he had no choice but to acknowledge me. Rather, you will want to see it.

Knights who always shouted loyalty and ran away when in danger. Unlike them, you would like to see an ideal article from me, a mere soldier.

“Are you confident?”

“Honestly, I am not confident.”

Fuck, I’m not even a hero. How can I catch a dragon?

“But I am not confident that I will die either.”

“What?”

“I don’t have the confidence to catch the Earth Dragon, but that doesn’t mean I have the confidence to die pointlessly.”

Yes.

I’ll try to catch the dragon, but if I can’t, I’ll just kill it. Even though it’s hard, you have to try. I can. why?

Because he is a soldier who survived until the final battle against the Demon King.

“Daron.”

“Yes. Your Majesty.”

“I will issue an order.”

“Please specify.”

“Save Ariana. If possible, you can catch an earthen dragon.”

Even if you say it yourself, it would be ridiculous.

“Possible… … Do you want to do it?”

If we consider the impossible and possible.

“Yes.”

possible.

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bang!!!!!

bang!!!!!!

A terrifying roar shakes the ground as if an earthquake has occurred.

Wow!!!!

The earth dragon’s roar seems to rip my eardrums. Still, I have to move forward. I ran to Earthyong like a moth to a fire.

As I got closer, I could see the battle between humans and dragons at a glance.

Ariana with a minor wound. Torn clothes can also be seen along with the wounds. She did not retreat until the end to ensure the knights’ complete retreat. Ariana will be worth more than the knight who will be sacrificed by the earth dragon. But Ariana holds firm. I fought against the earth dragon with the intention of sending at least one more person.

“Ariana!!!!!”

“Daron?”

Ariana dodged the earth dragon’s attack and was surprised by my appearance.

“Why are you here? Run away quickly!”

“I will fight alongside you, Ariana!”

“What is that—. Daron, be careful!”

Suddenly the stomach becomes dark. The clouds did not block the sunlight. The earth dragon’s huge soles were blocking the sky. Ariana kicked off the ground and ran quickly to snatch me up.

bang!!!!!!!

The place where I was was trampled by the earth dragon’s feet, creating a thick layer of dust.

“Daron. Why did you come?”

“Because I can’t leave Ariana behind.”

“What… … ?”

The two of us were speechless. I threw myself away from the earth dragon that attacked one after another. There was no time to worry about each other. The earth dragon, which was only sticking its upper body upward, came completely out of the tunnel.

“Ariana! Its intelligence is lower than you think! You must attack while aiming for the rear as much as possible!”

Ariana would have directly blocked the earth dragon from chasing the knights. However, the earth dragon’s tip has already turned and it only recognizes the enemies in front of it. This means that only Ariana and I are seen as enemies.

Ariana imbued the sword with magic and cut down the earth dragon. However, because it was a very large earth dragon, it could not inflict fatal injuries. Ariana followed your advice and moved to the rear of the earth dragon.

Kaaang!!!!!

The dragon got angry and turned around to see Ariana.

Earth dragon.

Just like a raid, a large number of people can catch it if they are properly prepared. However, even for Ariana, it was impossible to catch it alone. Ariana was fast and strong. However, it was difficult to avoid both the impact of hitting the ground and the rocks that flew along with it.

Still, I was able to fight the earth dragon more easily than before.

“What should I do now?”

I hid behind a large rock and watched the fight. The cumulative damage to Ariana is greater than the cumulative damage to Earthyong. It would buy time until all the knights retreated, but there was no guarantee that Ariana would survive.

furthermore… … .

“Ugh!”

Ariana’s eyebrows furrowed. Not only earth dragons, but also black anacondas began to join in. Even a single earthen dragon is not enough to attack the snakes.

What should I do?

What should I do?

I also continued to struggle as I cut off the anaconda’s head. Below, I look into the tunnel where the earth dragon came from. A natural cave beneath the forest comes into view. A cave whose depth and end are unknown. Because there was space under the ground, there were no abnormalities in the surface of the forest terrain on which the toryong moved.

“Ariana!”

“Didn’t I tell you to hurry up and go!”

“There is one way to catch the Earth Dragon!”

For a moment, just me and Ariana were able to hide from the earth dragon. The earth dragon looked around and searched for Ariana. Time is temporary. If Ariana doesn’t show up at all, they’ll go catch the knights.

“Are you okay?”

“Ha… … . ha… … . I’m fine.”

Tangled hair and shattered armor. No serious injuries yet. This is my first time seeing Ariana like this. It would have been difficult to deal with the earth dragon one on one.

“I will attract Earthyong’s attention. Instead, Ariana needs to do something.”

“What? Daron. No matter how strong you become, the impossible is impossible.”

“It is possible.”

It may be difficult, though.

“Look at this. Aren’t you covered in scars and almost on the verge of exhaustion?”

“Ha… … . I am… … It’s an article. An article is—.”

“A knight must fight to the end. Then, who are the knights who escaped while Ariana was wasting her time?”

“These are the articles for which I am responsible. Besides, there are more families who will be sad when several knights die than when I die alone.”

“Are you saying my worries aren’t important?!”

I screamed and grabbed Arianna’s shoulder.

“It’s not just me. Ariana’s parents. And all the knights of the empire! I will shed tears of blood over Ariana’s death.”

A nobleman must lead by example and be able to sacrifice himself for his country. This must be the iron rule that Ariana learned from the Count’s family. However, it was not good for Ariana to strain herself more than necessary.

“You too… … . Are you saying you are very sad about my death?”

“Yes. It will be very sad.”

He dares to touch his superior’s body. Ariana blushed even though she was surprised by my sudden behavior.

“Daron… … .”

“Yes.”

“More than anything… … I didn’t know I was this happy that you were worried about me.”

“Yes?”

Ariana took my hand that was on her shoulder and lowered it. And he gently folded my hands together.

“Thank you. In fact, I am all about you… … .”

“You must like me. Yes, I know.”

“… … to? Uh, how.”

Although the atmosphere was completely pink, I mercilessly ruined Ariana’s confession.

“If you survive, I will accept it. Please trust me. Let’s defeat that earth dragon together and survive, then…”

I stole Ariana’s lips. It was a sudden kiss, but Aria quickly accepted my mouth. I don’t mix my tongue in a lewd way or anything like that. However, it was a short yet very intense kiss.

When she opened her mouth, Ariana looked like she wasn’t enough.

“And then… … I will do this again.”