episode_0191

Even before his return, he had never met the emperor. The princess’s father, Cryer Sylv, the great ruler of the current Gaia Empire. He is also someone who died for some reason during the war. It was the imperial palace where I came to meet the princess, but today it felt different. Aside from being my father-in-law, he is also the most powerful person in this empire. Asabel Silve also had considerable control over the imperial family, but compared to the emperor, she was a paleo blood.

“Phew.”

Grace arrived wearing the clothes she had already prepared.

“Are you very nervous?”

“Even if it were me, would I be able to relax in front of His Majesty the Emperor?”

“Why are you scared of something that was bitten by a dragon and then came back with a bite?”

Ray patted my back as I shrank slightly on the shoulder. Thankfully Ray followed me. Although I received permission from the emperor out of courtesy, there was no one who would stop me even if Saint Ina Rei decided to join me.

“This meeting is probably the most important.”

There is a saying that first impressions last a long time. As he was the father of the woman he loved and a powerful figure in the empire, he had nothing to lose by looking good. Ray has already taken over half of the Gaia Goddess Church, and if he makes the empire with the largest military power his ally, further obstacles will disappear.

“Are you here?”

Although we have not yet met the emperor, Princess Asabel, who was accompanied by a small number of elite guard knights, welcomed us warmly. It seems he was waiting for me.

“Meeting Her Highness the Princess.”

Ray bowed lightly, and I bowed low to Asabel. I didn’t know what to say. Because, I did not properly show my power to Asabel. He did not report the strength of this hero that he gained when he went to the Principality of Lancelot. I’m willing to accept people criticizing me for missing this.

“I’m glad you look safe.”

“Yes.”

The story that was told to me first was unexpected. I felt relieved to see that I, who had gone missing with the dragon, came back unharmed.

“You know that I have a lot to say to our hero, right?”

Warrior.

These words were very heavy.

“It hasn’t been long since I gained this power, so I thought I would tell you when I became more certain.”

“… … I don’t mean to criticize you.”

Asabel smiled brightly and accepted my apology.

“You must have been in your position too. still… … It’s a shame you didn’t consult with me.”

Asabel became uncharacteristically pouty.

“You have contributed to the empire, but are you afraid that I will abandon you because you are dangerous? You know, right?”

“Isn’t he the kind of person who gives anyone a chance as long as they have the skills and have the same goal? I know it well.”

“What is it? I know. that… … and… … Even though we haven’t seen each other once or twice, it’s not like we’re hiding it, right?”

Shouldn’t we draw a line between something we’ve seen once or twice and that? Asabel blushed slightly, as if she was somehow embarrassed even after speaking.

“Sorry.”

“It hasn’t been long since we met, but I trust Count Dran more than anyone else.”

“More than anyone else?”

Eh.

To that extent?

“Anyway, I’m telling you not to do that in the future. So shall we go now?”

“Yes. By the way, is Her Royal Highness going with you?”

“If you go there, all kinds of nobles will have gathered. It seems like all the members of the royal family who are curious about you will come out. Although you are amazing, this is probably the heaviest position you have ever been in.”

It seems like everyone in the imperial family is coming to see me, starting with the high-ranking nobles who are widely known in the empire. The story came to mind that after Ray became a saint, he went around showing his face here and there. The thought of seeing all these successful people in one place was enough to make me feel intimidated. But I deserve to win that position. Aside from being a hero, I am confident that the achievements I have made for the empire and my future plans are worthy of being discussed with the emperor.

“I will briefly explain how things will go along the way.”

“Yes.”

Ray and I headed to the place where the emperor was waiting with Asabel. Asabel personally provided a list of expected questions for the emperor. He said that he would probably evaluate my background as a warrior and my beliefs. They say they decide how to treat me based on that.

In particular, he informed me that a request for clarification was being prepared regarding the possession of a power that was contrary to the divine power given by the Goddess of Life. This is most important. The second problem is what kind of thoughts I have. The most important thing is that I am an empire… … , Furthermore, it is tested to see whether it will poison the entire continent. It can get quite tricky. I am willing to bring the demons to the same side as long as they have the ability and do not view humans negatively. However, the moment I decide that I am the same type as the demons… … It could become an enemy of the entire continent. What could go wrong… … I don’t think so. There is a saint, and this time a dragon has also been drawn in. Oh, come to think of it, you should have brought Stella too?

As I was thinking this, I heard someone calling me from behind and someone running.

“Daron!”

“Princess. I feel sick… … !”

Female knight Keryl is trying to stop someone. Of course, the woman who has Keryl as her escort… … .

“Daron.”

“Princess Lucia?”

Lucia turned around and hugged me tightly. The news I heard immediately after reuniting with me was that Count Dran had disappeared while fighting a dragon. He must have been quite shocked, and even had tears in his eyes.

More than that… … .

“Wow.”

Ray wondered when I had seduced the princess, but he was convinced that I had been playing around with my dick as I wanted. However, Asabel was more shocked than ever by what happened before her eyes.

“What… … What what what what what.”

The picture of my younger sister Lucia clinging to me profanely was enough to shock everyone here.

“I heard you suddenly disappeared… … . Black… … .”

“I’m sorry.”

He’s still trembling in my arms. I could see how worried Lucia was about me. I doubted whether I would be able to maintain my senses if I heard that Lucia had died. This would be the same for Lucia.

“You’re alive, right? It’s not a dream, right?”

Lucia, who had experienced such powerful happiness, immediately heard the news of my misfortune. I confirmed my existence again. I placed Lucia’s hand near my heart. The rhythm of proof that I am alive is conveyed to Lucia with a thumping sound.

“Alive. I’m Daron. A man who survives in any situation.”

“That’s right. Daron was that kind of person.”

… … But somehow I ended up treating the princess poorly. It’s been like that for a long time, but I couldn’t get used to doing this with Lucia in front of other people.

“Lucia. And Count Dran… … . What are you two… … Saiya.”

In particular, my sister’s reaction was amazing.

“It’s what you see.”

Lucia herself explained her relationship with me.

“No way… … .”

“Yes, Count Dran and I love each other.”

I glanced at Lucia’s escort, Keryl. He was the one who witnessed the intense love affair between Lucia and I that night. Still glaring at me. Well, it doesn’t seem like that. Suddenly, some kind of rascal-like man started picking on the princess.

“Love each other… … Do you?”

“Yes.”

ruler. Here we need to think again about the relationship between Asabel and Lucia. First of all, from Asabel’s point of view, Lucia Sylve is not only her younger sister, but also her rival. But before I knew it, I, who was considered one of his closest associates, had become a lover with Lucia.

And in the case of Lucia, she has no desire for the imperial throne… … , Asabel was an object of jealousy. Since I was made a nobleman by Asabel, I would feel like my older sister had a man named ‘Daron’. I know that I approached my sister in order to exert influence over the empire, but I don’t think she wanted to make her like me just because of that. It also contained the inner meaning of not feeling any emotions as a member of the opposite sex since the man was taken over by her younger brother in advance.

ah.

But that doesn’t mean the above calculation wasn’t the only thing that came running to me in tears. Because I was genuinely worried in the first place, my actions without complicated thoughts would have been the same.

“Everyone.”

At this point I finish. As for Asabel, there was no reason to let everyone here spread unnecessary rumors.

“When I became eligible to welcome Her Royal Highness Princess Lucia, I planned to obtain permission from the emperor and inform everyone about this. But somehow I ended up showing it to you guys first.”

I put special pressure on people who seemed soft-spoken. You will probably feel the spirit of a fearsome warrior. I didn’t know what kind of rumors they would spread along with me in order to reduce Lucia’s position. Therefore, a clear warning is given from the beginning.

“I hope you don’t have strange imaginations or misunderstandings.”

They probably didn’t think they were hearing a warning, but they probably felt that the warrior’s words were very heavy. Compared to Charlotte, the only thing we don’t really understand is age. Even if I touched it for no reason, there was no benefit.

“Count Dran.”

“Yes Your Highness.”

“Let’s talk separately later.”

There was no pressure on Asabel. Asabel was a person who would not spread strange distortions about my relationship with Lucia. However, it is true that it is complicated in many ways.

“Lucia. I am currently on my way to an audience with His Majesty the Emperor. Would you like to come with me?”

“I was already planning to go.”

Thanks to the brief commotion, the tension seemed to have eased a bit.

now… … It was time to meet the emperor.