CH 66

Duke, Please Repent! chapter 66

17. The Duke's Business Trip Plan (1)

As usual, he threw a letter to me as I went to work with an expression that I did not like Serpense.

It's a bit embarrassing to have friends right away. Are you suggesting that we start with pen pals first?

I didn't write it.

When I looked at the citrus-colored envelope, the first thing I noticed was a picture of three oranges side by side.

'for a moment. Isn't this orange?'

Kindly, 'Yuja' was written under the picture. It was a yuzu painting, more than me.

I looked back and forth through the envelopes, but nothing else stood out.

Except that 'Zion Ribelon' is written on the recipient's name and there are signs that it has already been opened.

Why did you open the letter addressed to me?

Isn't that what the elf sent? Of course, I thought it was related to 'that' business.

If it's that elf, you're talking about Eugenes.

'There is no such thing as the sender's name written on it, so how do you know by looking at the surface?'

After tearing it apart and reading it, it was only natural that I doubted that I was making an excuse.

If not, how does Serpence evoke Eugenes in Yuzu? .

Yuja: Yuja S , Yujas. Yuji?"

If you read the content, you'll know who sent it, so write roughly any name.

I thought I'd pay it, but it looks like I've put a lot of effort into it.

Like the Scorpion I met in the dark, maybe the purpose was to create a nickname for that world, right?

You have noticed this kind of pun.

A letter will arrive from her, as I have been told in advance.

It was a request not to touch, not to speak. Since Serpence is due to arrive, it must have been interpreted as meaning to read it alone without showing it to Hans.

It was a little awkward, but it arrived

Should I read it?

"But what are the instructions?" Without taking the letter out of the envelope, he paused.

'I'm sick of letters like beggars!'

Did you lose any foes with the letter? I don't know how it would end up in a crisis situation if the letter arrived.

The first were demon worshipers, and Zion's family came just before them. this time...

'Of course, except for the first one, I have a long cause. self-inflicted disaster

It's no different, even though I can't say anything with ten mouths! That doesn't mean things have to happen in a row... .'

No matter how much I lamented, nothing would change. Let's check the letter first.

[ Completed instructions check. We decided that it would be better to meet in person for security reasons. Time and place . ]

It was a concise report. There was really nothing written.

She really does her best.

However, it would have been better if only the time and place had been written down.

is not it? If so, would Serpence have followed the appointment?

Didn't you say that's all you told me back then? That's how I remember it.

His lips were clenched clenchedly as if dissatisfied.

For some reason, he had been making a face of no, so when I asked why, I guess that was the problem.

Hell, you won't believe me even if I forgot.

I'm the one who makes this secret

Be quiet. That's what you said to me, right?

Ahaha...

Serpens frowned at my awkward laugh. It seems to be asking for a detailed explanation.

I'm just going to say that suspicious thing one more time, can you please stop asking?

Okay, go ahead and try that strange sound.

Contrary to worries, an overly cool answer came back.

Now it's bothersome to even doubt

It's a tone that seems to tell you to come up with the main point instead of talking about it.

"If you agree and move on like that, what will happen to the hidden me?"

Whatever it is, you're a suspicious person as usual. But I can't torture you, can you?

Oh no, that's absurd! Where do you try? You'll run away!

"Are you able to escape?"

Since he insists that he never even think of such a thing, he takes a blunt attitude as if he's not the same as Serpense.

'Uh, what is it'. I don't think I'm joking?'

It wasn't just plain blunt, it was a tone that kept ticking and ticking.

Why is he like this today?

I... what's wrong?

It's definitely not a good feeling.

"Duke, are you upset right now?"

Something stuffy and empty... Are you saying this is sad?

In a normal country, I'm sure you're making excuses by saying, 'I'm not upset right now, I'm just a little sad!-?'

would have been pissed

However, Serpense's current state was not in an atmosphere where such pranks would work.

I've said many times that I believe in you, but you must have doubted even my words.

After a long time, the timid fence spoke as if muttering in a gloomy voice.

' That was the problem.'

It was as he said. I did not believe him when I forced him to believe and wait.

Believe in me, who is so suspicious

Even though I said iron it, I have been wary of the case that he won't wait.

Serpens noticed it.

"I am guessing that the reason you are putting off your answer after Choice Day is that I am not ready and waiting . Am I right?"

"Uh, uh yes."

This guy still didn't understand what I said or did without thinking, but he stabs me right into the core.

So I don't mean to ask in detail. But you can tell others.

Isn't that good enough for me?

I'm sorry. Next time.

Not next time, from now on.

Hey, from now on! I'll fix it.

At that moment, Serpens smiled faintly.

As much as I believe in you, you must also believe in me.

"If something like this happens in the future, I will tell the Duke first."

"Of course it should be. This is something I can recognize by going out there alone.

was deliberately informed to you.

As I was despondent and despondent, he said deliberately scornfully.

I must be feeling depressed too, did I have enough time to take care of myself?

Now you know how to take care of other people's feelings, and you've grown a lot.

...if you're that way, it's because I'm not used to it. You really don't have a middle ground, do you?

"Then, shall we aim for the middle today in the sense of reflection?"

If that's possible.

His tone of voice was pathetic, but full of worries, and when he calmly answered with a playful tone of energy, he could see a grin and a grin.

Come back to the point. Now, let's talk.

A group of demon worshipers was trying to recruit a knight-turned-slave gladiator, so I asked Yulydia to find him. First, I would like to find the Pelo Kingdom side, and, if possible, investigate the illegal arena side of a foreign country.

I don't know why they hid such a story. The source of the information is questionable.

Me, it's not going to happen anywhere in a day or two.

But it's a bit strange to know a future demon cult leader...

Serpense had a strange sense of compulsion not to keep more secrets, so I made a mistake without realizing it.

Perhaps this time, he had not even induced Serpence, he hesitated a little, and then suddenly fell into a thought.

That's right, what you said back then... Is that so? Hmm, um. That's right. Roughly...

Something was working hard in his mind. How the hell are you interpreting what I said?

I've been thinking too much about it, so I don't know.

"Oh, duke?"

it's nothing.

It's nothing but shit! You seem to have a lot of thoughts right now, don't you?

I should have talked about treating him like a cat anyways, if he's going to make a mistake, he'd be better off being caught on the previous identification with a baby who turned him inside out.

It's kind of embarrassing.

He must be, right? Babies are at least human, right?

It was very embarrassing, but... .

'Yeah, you have to believe me. Let's believe it!' At least there won't be any buying and selling without my knowledge. I don't know what you noticed, but if it's too heavy, I'll come to you

Anyway, it's written that we'll have to meet in person, so it's probably going to be a bit complicated. Let me go with you.

"A duke or a escort master?"

For now, the master's side. If it is related to a foreign country, an external position may be necessary, but illegal issues can be discussed. For Duke Pracidus, it would be fine to look at the situation and ask for partial help.

Anyone who hears it would know that there is one more Duke of Prasidus besides Serpens.

* * *

The place Euges designated was a room located on the second floor of an inn in the suburbs.

all.

I didn't know you'd come through the window...

"I didn't know that the day would come when I would be able to go in and out of a room on the second floor through a window."

Even today, the Serpens who covered their faces tightly put me down on the floor.

"Are you here today?"

You may have to decide a new policy depending on the content. If possible, it would be better to talk about it all at once.

Euges nodded as if he understood, and sat down to me and Serpens.

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From the moment we entered, her spirit was already blocking the sound, so Euges went straight to the point.

Of the slaves liberated from the kingdom of Palo, none of them met the conditions you mentioned.

Isn't it going to be easy...?

Instead, I've heard rumors that an illegal arena is popular in the Kingdom of Bastul.

Are you abroad?

It's a foreign country.

As if to say something natural, Euges answered.

'Are you there... . I missed getting help.'

The current king of the Bastul Kingdom is a timid subject, even greedy.

According to [Master of the Holy Sword], he was the first king to turn his back after the fall of the New Holy Lumen Empire.

'And Serpens used the situation to isolate Hugh Manus.'

While indiscriminately attacking the continent, the Kingdom of Bastul did not touch a single turuk.

Blood if you don't help the master of the holy sword

As if it won't do any harm.

Starting with the Kingdom of Bastul, other countries also laid down their hands one by one.

'But, I planted people inside and confronted the issue of helping the master of the holy sword... .'

He deliberately added his power to the second prince, who was the only one who had the opinion that he should help Humanus.

He endured the fray for the continent. In tears, he killed his father and older brother and usurped the throne.

From the 2nd prince to the king of the scourge, he immediately gave his hand to Humanus.

pushed

To Humanus, who was ostracized here and there, it felt like salvation, like a cord of friendship.

'Things are getting more and more twisted, and information is leaking... .'

In the first place, it was Serpens who helped him become king, so it was natural.

The young king of the Kingdom of Bastul trusted those who supported him like a rock, and kept them by his side.

Without even realizing that they were the nemesis of the demon cult.

'After all, Humanus had to doubt even the few who helped him.'

Without realizing it, I couldn't help but stare at Serpens with piercing eyes.

He, who had not done anything yet, tilted his head as if he did not understand the English language.