CH 174

Duke, Please Repent! chapter 174

35. Return of the Duke (1)

Serpence returned to the capital earlier than scheduled, alone. It was the same last year, so I expected the sea to some extent.

As soon as he comes back, he and Xeon. And he called Eugenes to the parlor.

"Where is the Duke?"

When I went up to the drawing room with Eugese, only Zeon, who arrived first, was sitting there, but Serpense was nowhere to be seen.

He'll be here soon. He told me to write a report on this matter while I wait.

report?

Yeah. First, I showed you what I wrote, but I don't remember anything since I got black magic... Don't worry about the format, you're telling me to write as much detail and honesty as possible, whether it's a conversation or anything that comes to mind? So, don't show each other and write.

Xeon replied.

I think I know what Serpence meant when he wrote such a poem.

Now that you've read Xeon's report, you've probably heard the demons rumoured about my identity and what the Prophet has to say.

There may have been a story about a person who lost Xeon's mind, [Master of the Holy Sword].

' The number one reason is to receive detailed reports.

And the second is".

Euges, use that... are you?

'The Demon King, are you a dog?

Hey, what is that?!

I carefully asked Eugene a question, and she answered it very calmly. I felt the will to write.

And at the harsh words that came out of her mouth, Zeon looked at me with surprised eyes.

"Isn't it just a magic sentence to prove my innocence?"

" I don't know what you're talking about, but why don't you cover up your words?"

Even if it's not, I'm groaningly regretting it now.

I didn't just scream, I was surprised by every single thing.

She's going to put those words directly into her mouth. From now on, do I have to pay attention not only to Serpense but also to Eugene's language life?

Don't get scolded for taking it out for nothing, and just write 'honestly' for Xion.

It must be so, isn't it?

Anyway, this is the second reason.

It meant that if there were any more accidents, you should voluntarily pay your taxes in advance.

It must be because the saying not to be bound by form was just a report to Eugene, but to me it was a statement of reflection.

Even if you regret the past, nothing will change.

With the mindset to do my best at this moment, I rolled up my sleeves and lay down on the table to start writing the full-fledged flick.

Just as I was filling one side of the paper with a small font size, Serpence entered the drawing room.

Moist hair and clean clothes

Judging from this, it seems like a good child of this age, after going out and washing up as soon as he comes back.

He was holding something like a jewelry box with no decorations in his hand, but considering the places he had been to, it was certain that it was not a souvenir.

How have you been, Duke?

Yeah. It's been a while..., umm.

He got up from his seat and crossed his bow.] Now, Serpens tried to answer a question as formal as his habit, but stopped.

It didn't make any sense because I already knew there was a problem.

Instead of going all the way to the end, he suggested that we sit back down.

It's been a while, Serpens-sama.

Yeah, it's been a while.

And here, I wrote the report.

Eugenes, who had just finished writing the report, handed it to Serpens.

Sir Zion

Come on, wait a minute! I'm still writing...

Serpense, who had been looking at Eugene for a while while receiving the report, looked up again.

returned to

Compared to her, I had a wider scope to report, and I still had to add all kinds of excuses.

He put his head back on the table, picked up a new piece of paper, and continued writing.

I'm sorry. At the very least, I should have told you to be careful...

No, because I know that I am not someone who will protect you just because I have heard such words anyway...

While reading the report, looking at Serpens who put his forehead on a certain part,

Suga cautiously apologized as if he had no qualms.

And what Serpens said... .

'I have nothing to say.'

I can't speak even though I have a mouth, because I couldn't keep both of the simple things he asked me to do: 'Don't make an accident and don't follow someone you don't know.'

There is nothing you can do other than keep your mouth shut and dye the white paper black.

Wylydia-nim did her best. Thank you.

You don't have to thank Serpense for a request, but it was also voluntary.

Ah..., umm...

She rolled her eyes and looked at Serpens.

He didn't know what to answer at this time, so he let out a hoarse voice and just smiled softly.

At the awkward-looking, perfect-looking smile, Eugene also smiled a little.

" How much have you used Lord Zion now?"

As if in a smile match with Eugene, he gave me a fresh look and spoke to me for no reason as to whether the Serpense, who was smiling and looking at each other, was getting hotter.

Oh, wait! One last sentence!

At the very end, I added a word of apology and held it out to Serpens.

As soon as he received it, he skimmed it and covered it with the back side up.

A person who worked hard as usual

I kept my mouth shut at the sight of him who seemed to be saying, 'It's only been delayed for a while, so be prepared.'

And I was sure.

I'm going to be really pissed off today.

Deputy butler.

you].

"It seems that workers and administrators, such as those without armed forces, should come up with a way to protect themselves outside the mansion.

It's like... . It may not be a perfect measure, but please contact ; Distortion of Phenomenon and order a scroll.

To all of the peacock personnel? Cost is also an issue, but there will be some who secretly resell it.

Even if it's a little cumbersome, you can manage it by taking the scroll every time you go out and returning it when you come back.

Okay. Then I'll prepare it right away.

Zeon got up first to carry out Serpense's orders.

As he closed the drawing room door and left, Serpens took off his glasses and raised his hand to cover my eyes. There was a lot of tiredness in that look.

Anyway, the devil... Oh, it's an abbreviation for the devil worshiper. Anyway, all the demons that caused this incident were caught and finished safely, but there was no need to hurry back...

"Even if the body is tired, it is better to have a comfortable mind."

It is said that I returned early because I did not know when I would buy again.

"Then], Xeon went out, so why are you respectful?

say...,

Before I could finish my words, Serpens placed the box he was carrying on the table with a 'tak-' sound.

Without even asking him to confirm, it was an act well-intentioned to keep my mouth shut.

"What is that?"

Found inside the mountain range.

Serpens answered Eugene's question and opened the box.

Inside, between glass bottles filled with sparkling water believed to be holy water, a dark crystal presumed to be black magic stone.

There were several things that looked the same.

Perhaps it was a temporary measure to suppress black magic.

But somehow it reminded me of a shipping box full of cushioning material made of cornstarch.

"Before I came out of the barrier, I looked around the areas in charge of other subjugation teams and recovered as much as possible . Not to mention the deep mountains that I haven't been able to visit, and even the places where the monsters are organized are full of black magic. I can't be sure that I did, even if I hadn't listened and paid attention to this in advance.

I wouldn't have been able to find it.

Still, there must be a positive impact. But, you didn't wander around alone, did you?

Serpence, who had not given me a single glance and gave explanations only to Eugene, looked at me like I was bleeding.

"Why, why ?"

I went with Sir Redford. You may check with him when you return. And those who do not keep their promises, please be quiet.

He packs and turns his head

said coldly.

Because of his Serpence personality, I wouldn't recommend going with him first, and Winston would have followed him, saying he would visit the mountain full of monsters by himself.

And it reminded me of a promise not to overdo it, so I guess I didn't bother stopping him.

Whatever the process, keeping the promise was keeping it.

I didn't even have the right to criticize, so I kept my mouth shut as he told me to.

"What do you think about that black magic stone?

yo. This?

I was going to visit the denomination myself, but I heard that he was visiting the mansion from there.

Eirich-sama?

Serpens paused at Eugene's words, as if he had not heard of someone coming.

Is he coming?

Yes. Are you on a bad relationship?

Ummm... no. I've only heard of the name, never seen it.

As Euges asked a question with a somewhat disturbing look, Serpens shook his head.

If you were me, you would have looked around from a distance even if you were curious about what kind of person you are, but Serpens doesn't seem to have even done that.

You seemed like a good person.

"Yeah are you?

Yes. Just like Serpens-sama.

At those words, Serpens' brow furrowed.

Where did he hear that he was a good person, and he seemed to feel rejected by Eugenes before we even met him because he was similar to him.

Anyway, thank you for telling me in advance.

I'm even thankful for this... Wasn't there anything special other than magic stones?

"Compared to last year, the monsters have become much stronger, and the number has also increased rapidly. Even considering the dimensional trajectory, it is outside the normal range."

"Is it because of the magic stone?"

It won't have any effect, but don't

The fact that the stone was found means that there are demon worshipers hiding there. Presumably, he was hiding in the gap in the barrier that was temporarily opened for the entrance of the subjugation team. I don't know when it was prepared, but I don't know if something was installed in the depths.

If I hadn't told you not to overdo it, would you have taken the risk and went in alone?

I'm really glad that Serpens is a good listener.

It's hard to even confirm that the demons have gotten stronger. Their purpose is alive.

Since it was said to break the Mac's barrier, I should consider the possibility that they might have put in place a device for that and strengthened the demons to prevent access.

uh... .

Even considering the possibility, there was no way to do it.

In a place where all sides are full of monsters and black magic has taken over the atmosphere, there is no way to throw Humanus or Serpens, the masters of the Holy Sword, in the first place.

In such a place, you will not be able to get a proper meal or rest, let alone sleep.

Anyway, that's what I've confirmed so far.

Yeah, are you talking about leaving?

It seems that Euges had started learning Serpensi.

You must have passed the minimum basic level.

"Well, then I'll just... .

You stay.

Shion must remain.

I too was caught trying to get up with her.

Being scolded was nothing more than a confirmed matter.