CH 70

Duke, Please Repent! chapter 70

17. The Duke and the Beginning of the Journey (3)

I think I was wrong. They are friends who respect each other through respectful words! They are incredibly cool, full of loyalty .

Yes, I think so.

As it happened often, Serpens, who quickly regained his composure, made up a friendly voice and answered.

But Eugenes, the first to see me climb to Serpense,

couldn't He still opened his mouth with a puzzled expression on his face.

Sir Rivelon is really good at her job... You seem to be good at it. It's like that, isn't it? One hundred per day?

No matter who heard it, it meant, 'Otherwise, you can't keep using him, right?' No one answered her question.

There was a small disagreement while establishing the relationship between me and Serpens, but the name of Eugenes was quickly sorted out. From the usual 'Wylydia-sama', minus the stomach, to 'Lydia-sama'.

Bona Mana Serpens, I don't want to be called by a title that is similar to my real name

I will stand, I... .

'If it wasn't for Yuzu, of course I would have called him Yujisu... .'

The yellow citron fruit kept rolling around in my head, so I couldn't do it.

"Then Percent-nim and Sion-nim? Can I call you like this?"

Yeah, I guess that's it.

To reduce mistakes], we decided to use a pseudonym when we were alone during the business trip.

I was able to call myself Serpens at the best, but I felt regretful that things happened like this.

I'm ready to call him by my first name at any time, so for now it's enough just to get used to him calling me by my first name.

"Rather than that, I think we should talk about our upcoming schedule."

Pushing the travel books on the table to one side, Serpens took out a map and unfolded it.

At a glance, the travel route and the estimated duration of the process were displayed for easy understanding.

"Isn't this too tight?"

It's not something that has to be followed, so you can take it as a reference. You never know what kind of unexpected situation will happen.

What makes it worthwhile is the setting that Serpens cannot be a person who sets a schedule in units of hours and whips them for being a little late.

If it wasn't for Eugenes, I would have moved according to that plan, even if there was a time when I was running while carrying me.

'If it's not confirmed and there's room in the schedule... .'

He took the brochure that had been shoved to one side and unfolded it beside the map.

I heard that demon worshipers were involved in the illegal arena of Bastul Kingdom.

As if he didn't notice my actions, Serpens naturally took his eyes off the table and asked Eugene a question.

Rumors that you are looking for a person with a grudge against the continent and at the same time possessing power... It is.

You two have arrived in that matter], I'll have to get detailed information. For now,

It seems difficult to plan things blindly."

I've heard the information, but I've never been there before... Even though there's no clear evidence, I didn't know you'd be willing to join us.

"No matter how small the spark, it is not to be missed. If demon worshipers really appear, there is no one better suited to dealing with them. If not, it is an illegal arena . When I think of those who are receiving it, my heart aches."

As if I'm about to shed tears at any moment

With a single expression, Serpens said pathetically.

For this moment, his gray hair became colorless. Divinity and reverence emanated from him.

Euges must have felt it too, and he sighed with a distressed expression on his face as he felt the guilt of deceiving such a saint.

But I know that his expressions and lines are all acting.

In making such a perfect adult gentleman, where is the sincerity?

'I know how he behaves when his emotions are very agitated.

I know.'

Seeing them spitting out lies without spitting on their lips makes it impossible to pray, but that makes it even more pitiful.

It's said that other people's plagues are not as good as mine, but Serpens' life is nothing compared to a cold.

In the novel [Master of the Sacred Sword], it is probably because of this that Serpens can't empathize with other people's pain, and shows joy again whenever they suffer.

To suffer from being forced into an unwanted fight.

The life itself of a complete serpent

Isn't that an expression?

'At first, I was going to make him repent and convince him to help Humanus... .'

If he doesn't want to protect the continent himself, why don't he just take him and hide with him?

As a bonus, the final boss and one executive will be removed. I have done enough for my portion.

" Zion?,,

"Ah, yes! Serpens, no, Per what was it?"

Percent.

Serpens corrected the name with a gentle voice. 'I built it to make it easier to remember... .'

"Yes, Percent! Well, why did you call me?"

You suddenly became dazed, so I wonder where you've become uncomfortable...

No, it's okay. It's a little sad to hear what you just said. So it's just because I've been thinking a lot.

When I tried to pass it off with an awkward smile, it seemed more suspicious.

Serpens turned to the side, leaning halfway against the table, leaning his upper body at an angle in front of me.

It looked as if he was trying to take a closer look at my complexion, but in reality, it was probably because he was trying to hide his expression from Eugenes on the other side.

'I guess that's the reason. What else is this time? Was there anything strange in my words?'

It was clear from the look on his face that seemed to say .

I was as impressed by his words as Eugez was, and realized that I wasn't pitying someone I didn't even know.

all.

But even so, he is making a sad expression on his face.

It is only natural at this point that the object of compassion is a serpent.

'Euges is in front of you, can't you elaborate on that?'

'So I'm not doing this instead of asking myself right now.'

'If you know, get out of the way, I'll give it to you later.'

In the exchange of gazes, the conversation went roughly like this.

I didn't say it directly, so I said, 'I'm sure things like 'Woo-Ju-Ju' wouldn't have been conveyed. However, it seems to have succeeded in conveying the approximate meaning.

Serpens made an undesirable expression on his face, then erased it, and straightened his body.

" what did you two just do?"

Eugene asked the question with a curious expression.

They sat next to each other and looked at each other without a word in that posture, so if you saw her from the other side, you would wonder what the hell she was doing.

"I just looked at my complexion for a while. That's haha: We have to act together from now on, so I don't think we can hide it forever. Sion?"

Yes? Me?

Would it be okay if I told Lydia about the situation as well?

what are you talking about

Serpens asked me with a slightly heavy expression.

'This bastard, are you planning to bring up your own story?'

It's unbelievable. It's not the right time to talk like that.

isn't it?

I don't know why he suddenly made up his mind like this. I didn't understand why they were asking for my permission.

But I respect his promise.

He cheered for him inwardly and nodded his head earnestly.

He smiled slightly sadly and nodded.

Shion seems like a bright and cheerful person on the surface... but he feels very cramped and insecure if he is confined in a small space for a long time.

Yes? me? This is the story of the beginning of the golden hour.

Of course, staying in a small space for a long time is frustrating, but it was just the level that ordinary people felt. Moreover, I do not feel any anxiety at all.

'Why are you telling such endless lies... ?'

Alas, the permission he just asked for meant, 'Can I sell you some?' I made a mistake.

Since the previous situation was such an atmosphere, of course, I thought it was a story about myself.

Somehow I said it was too absurd... .

I can help with divine power, but he says he wants to overcome it himself... But even so, it's inevitable that he's worried. So I guess I overreacted a bit without realizing it. Even if it seemed strange, I understand.

No! It's not strange to be worried about someone close to you. Would I have acted the same if it were me? Sion, I'll cheer for you too! Now that the important conversation is over, would you like to open the window? You must have been very frustrated...

How can such an excuse come on the spot?

can you come out with

After falling into this world, I am also living a life of improvisation, but I really think he can't win.

'By the way, did I really have to release it that way?'

Look at Eugene's restless face because he's worried, won't his conscience prick him?

In her head, I'd be a kidnapped and imprisoned person to be sacrificed to the devil.

Since I, with no force, could not have escaped alone, wouldn't it have been added to the setting that I was able to escape through someone's sacrifice?

'With such a background story, not only claustrophobia, but also the existing setting of secretly fighting demon worshipers in the dark can be covered under the guise of revenge.

It was very plausible.

I struggled alone like that, and the person I saved in the process was an unknown escort.

I give my life and allegiance that was saved to me, the lifesaver. If I say that I am participating in the great will that I have... .

'All stories are naturally connected.

Why did such a capable person show so much loyalty to me, who had no special abilities? And why was I so sensitive to my own safety?

There is no cliché like this. A very typical and banal story.

However, since this works well, it exists as a cliché. will be used over and over again.

"Now , now I understand. Why did Zion-sama show such an oddly light-hearted attitude . It will be okay in the future. People who care about Zion and want to help are

So many ", suck !

Did I ring this, or did the Serpense ring? Or should we see it as a collaboration between the two of us?

I don't know anymore either.

He was restless as to how to calm her crying, so he took out a handkerchief as if Serpence had expected it.

handing it to Eugenes,

'Is that again?'

Tried a divine power scan.

Thanks to that, Eugene was able to quickly find stability and wipe away his tears.

just.

'Are you sure you want to check that? hey, maybe it won't be yes no

I felt very confused.

Not a dark elf, just an elf. Besides, you're still going to help us thwart the demon cult's plans, but you still have doubts?

'Where is that normal human way of thinking?'

If there is such a person, it must be mentally exhausted, ill, and lonely.

luck , are you a serpent?

Serpence said he did it out of a serpent heart, but I have to understand it, what should I do?

'Well, if I believed it, there would be no way that one person would have played two roles in the first place.'

He patted him on the back lightly. At that, Serpens smiled as if saying he was okay

It's okay if you just tell me to stay away.

He got up from his seat and paved the way.

I guess I'm in a hurry to go to the bathroom

seems to have been mistaken Or an extension of the claustrophobic setting.

Considering the current situation, is it the latter?

Reluctantly, I had to go back and forth through the passage.