296 Episode 292 Takatsuki Makoto Reunites Part 2

Your face is red, Sofia.

"... why are you so calm?"

I had such a conversation when I got off the carriage.

The majestic Highland Castle stands before you.

About 15 minutes after leaving the Fujiwara Chamber of Commerce.

In the carriage, Princess Sofia gave me plenty of 'sweetness'.

"... fuu"

Princess Sofia exhales a little and calms her mind.

A little frustration sprouted.

Looking at the back, the knights of the guard stood slightly apart.

Since it's on the grounds of the royal castle, I'm sure there's no problem with safety.

"... that was intense (...) or (...) (...), Sofia.I can't believe you're in that wagon... mumbling. "

"Nh!!"

I was stared at with great speed and my mouth was blocked with my hands.

And then, her face turned bright red.

"... shall I shut up?"

"Yes."

She nods quietly to the words of Princess Sofia, who appeals with her eyes.

Ask the guards to open the large gates of Highland Castle and proceed through the long passage.

I've walked a few times, but I'm still not used to it.

"By the way, who did you come to see?Princess Noel? "

I asked.

"Noel, I wish I had time...Is there anyone else? Someone wants to see you. "

That reminded me of some faces.

Speaking of people close to me in the Land of the Sun...

Takazuki Makoto!

All of a sudden, they call me by name.

And in front of him, a golden object was approaching.

"You're back!"

Gu

A lot of momentum hit me, and no, it was the knight who hugged me.

Shiny blonde hair and sparkling golden armor.

There's only one such fancy knight I know.

"Long time no see, Janet."

"Oh, you can just throw it away. Hey, I want to hear your story.Come to my room now. "

It was an order in the end.

Janet Ballantine.

"Lightning Hero" is Gerald's sister and daughter of the great aristocracy of the land of the sun.

They should have hated it at first, but they got closer together when we went on an adventure in the wooden country (Spring Rogue).

Hold my hand tightly and don't let go.

"Janet, we have a place to go. Later."

Princess Sofia broke in between us.

"Oh, were you there? Sofia, I didn't realize."

Janet returns it in a provocative way.

"... those eyes are holes, right?Why don't you quit Pegasus, the scouts? "

"... I didn't see your plain dress. I'm sorry."

"Oh, you're wrong to say that boulders are wearing golden armor without such items."

"A woman who doesn't know the value of things."

"That's exactly what I'm going to say."

"... fufufu"

Princess Sofia and Janet stare at each other with an unbelievable smile.

As it is, there will be a dispute between the royal family of the Land of Water (Roses) and the great aristocracy of the Land of the Sun!

As she was sweating cold, Janet turned to me.

Takatsuki Makoto is in trouble.

"You can't do that."

The two stopped staring and their expressions quickly softened.

"Sofia, I'd like to talk to you about this."

"Yeah, I know.Tonight, we plan to celebrate the return of the hero Makoto (party) at the Fujiwara Chamber of Commerce Mansion.I'll send you an invitation later. "

"Okay, let's talk about Takatsuki Makoto later."

"Hah...."

I haven't heard of that plan.

But, it's a handy fujiyan.

I'm sure she was making a suggestion to Princess Sofia behind the scenes.

Even with me, I'd appreciate it if you could set up a place where I could report back to my acquaintance.

Well, that's one thing that bothers me.

Maybe Gerald was there too?

I asked afraid.

If he comes, he'll be able to interrogate us all night about the battle against the demon king a thousand years ago.

But Mr. Janet shook his head sadly.

"Unfortunately... my brother is stationed at the 'outpost' at the northern end of the continent."

"Outpost?"

"This is the base of the Allied army that became the first jetty when the Demon King army of the Magic Continent attacked.Since the Great Demon King was resurrected, there have always been several heroes. "

"I see... that's right."

I've been told that Lightning Warrior Gerald and Burning Warrior Olga are currently on their way to the outpost.

I don't know.

"Am I going to the Outpost soon?"

After all, I am a national certified brave man in the Land of Water.

Princess Sofia and Janet rounded their eyes when they thought this was going to be busy.

"Oh, Takatsuki Makoto really doesn't know anything about the current situation."

"Yeah, I'm going to explain a lot."

……

I can't keep up with the conversation.

Did I say something weird?

Bye, Sofia.

"Yeah, Janet, I'll see you later."

The two are smiling lightly.

The harsh atmosphere I just had seems to be a lie.

"Are you close to Janet?"

"Yes, I am borrowing a Balanteen warrior to fight the monsters of the Land of Water.Instead, we have sent monks from our country, and recently we have a strong family connection. "

Hee.

I do remember hearing that story before.

"And then, personally, I used to talk a lot about the brave Makoto."

"... is that so?"

What the hell were you two talking about me for?

Like I want to hear, like I'm scared.

After all, I didn't ask deeply.

And then I noticed Princess Sofia staring at me.

"I have one thing to tell you."

"Yes"

I feel a little nervous about Princess Sofia's serious voice.

"Takazuki Makoto... you are now a brave (...) person and (...) is (...) ah (...) me (...) n (...)"

"... eh?"

I was shocked.

Oh no... did I fire a brave man?

(That's not true.)

The Goddess of Destiny was stuck.

Were you listening?

"After the Warrior Makoto passed a thousand years ago... we had to explain to the public that the national certified warriors of the Water Country could not operate.However, temporal and temporal shifts to the past cannot be made public.As a result, the hero Makoto was seriously wounded and unable to fight with Demon King Zagan.At that time, I was elevated to "Honorary Warrior" instead of "National Certified Warrior."

"Honorable brave man...?"

Is it like a permanent misstep?

Why are you in such trouble?

(Bravery is a symbol of force for the country.If you suddenly disappear, people will be anxious, right?That's why I need an explanation.)

The more Ira-sama explained, the more she nodded.

Thousands of years ago, I couldn't turn my head, but it seemed convenient for those left behind.

(Incidentally, "The Honorable One" is not in active service, so I'm not obliged to fight the Great Demon King.)

Is that so?

I understood the meaning of Janet's words earlier.

I don't seem to need to go to the Outpost.

Nevertheless.

"For the record... are you returning to the National Certified Brave?Already your treatment promises the highest priority for the country of water.You still want your status and your wealth. "

Princess Sofia came up to me asking.

"Nh ~, is it inconvenient to remain an honorable brave man?Either way, I will fight the Great Demon King. "

"... that's right. You don't have to fight the Great Demon King.I'm not an active brave man. "

Say the same thing as Ira-sama.

But the answer is clear.

"I have returned to modern times to fight the Great Demon King again."

"This man... Okay, we're going through the process of returning the National Warrior.I'm explaining to the people that face-to-face can't even move the body, so please be quiet for a while. "

"Yes."

Looks like we won't be going to the Outpost soon.

I was curious.

At that time, I remember something.

"You spread the word about Noah in the Land of Water."

"Yes, I also got permission from the goddess of water (Eile)... and above all, the goddess of bravery, Makoto, and the goddess of the sun (Altena) were officially recognized as the eighth goddess of the Goddess Church.You can't go anywhere. "

"Thank you."

I thanked him honestly.

"I didn't do anything to thank you enough.By the way, have you talked to Noah yet? "

"That's not it yet."

I hear a slightly dissatisfied voice.

Thought you'd talk to me as soon as I got back in a thousand years.

"Really? This is from Ayle-sama... I'd like you to tell me about the goddess Noah's courage... and the choice of the witch..."

"A hero and a witch chosen by Lord Noah?"

Gahn and I are somehow shocked.

But I see.

Becoming a recognized goddess on the continent naturally leads to the selection of brave men and witches.

I'm an "Apostle", so it's different.

In the case of the Goddess of Water, Prince Leonard is the valiant.

Princess Sofia is a witch.

... Noah's chosen hero and witch.

Can we get along?

I wish it didn't suit my personality.

"Brave Makoto, no. Master Noah is choosing heroes and witches.

"Didn't you choose?"

"Yes... if Eighth Goddess isn't doing her duty, Eileen is a little angry."

"What are you doing... Noah..."

Was it that stupid?

No, that goddess pretends to be missing.

Not like some goddess.

Who's the goddess somewhere?

This isn't about Ila, is it?

Don't lie to me!I could see my face in your head!)

I apologize for the inconvenience.

"Please, brave Makoto."

Yes, I'm in charge.

I'll ask you when I see you.

Sophia's expression changes here.

"By the way, have you heard about Lucy and Aya's activities since you left?"

The subject has changed.

"No, I was attacked on the spot."

"Hah... is that so? It was temporarily dark that the country of water had lost one of its heroes, but Lucy and Aya had been active as adventurers.Now that Aya is an O (...) Li (...) Ha (...) Le (...) Ko (...) Class (...) and Lucy is a platinum-class and Saint (...) Magic (...) Envoy of Fire (...), it has become a famous adventurer party for which no one on the continent knows its name. "

Princess Sofia proudly said.

"Eh...? Holy wizard to Oliharkon...?"

In just one year!?

"That face sounds like the first time I've heard it.They're famous as Guren's Fang, the country's premier adventurer party. "

"Guren's Fang...."

Oh, that's cool.

Not exactly the two names I had when I was in the City of Water.

It was The Goblin Cleaner!

I wonder if you could put me in Guren's Fang...

Aren't you the party leader?

But I'm not an adventurer...

I'm no longer an active brave man...

"... why do you look so dark?"

"While I was gone, I thought everyone was going to be fine."

"Your accomplishments are far more impressive... do you understand?"

Princess Sofia will comfort me, but I am still willing to return to active bravery and work hard.

I want two names like "Guren's Fang"!

Guren's fangs are party names, not two.

I don't care about the details.

I wonder if Lucy and Sa-san made it together.

At that time, I thought of the face of a party member.

"Speaking of which, Princess... how is Friae?"

I wasn't with Lucy Yasa.

Probably focused on rebuilding the Moon Land (Raphylog).

You must be working hard as a saint.

Princess Sofia turned a meaningful eye to my question

"If you're surprised about Lucy and Aya, you'll be even more surprised if you talk about Friae."

"What do you mean?"

"That's...."

When Princess Sofia tried to say something.

Mr. Makoto!

Takatsuki-kun!

Someone called me by name, and somebody pushed me down.

(Man being pushed down a lot)

My physical ability (status) of strength is "3".

(Not the average for a 10-year-old boy....)

Isn't it bad luck for the Goddess of Destiny that my physical abilities are low?

(It's not my fault. You're unlucky.)

Awful!

Another name for Ila, a remark I don't think is the Goddess of Fortune!

He looks up at the ceiling while having such a chat.

There are two straight faces looking down at me.

He was a beautiful boy with tears and a good young man with tears.

When I saw this, I thought that the man's tears were also a little interesting.

"Prince Leonard, Sakurai-kun, I'm home."

I reunited with my colleague, the brave, and the brave, familiar.