Chapter 24-2

Chapter 24-2

Now what should we do?

Sion spoke first while hiding behind a tree with the escort knights.

Our mission is to safely escort the two of you. Wouldnt it be better to retreat than to pursue them?

Thats not a good option either. Well be the only ones at a disadvantage if they come after us.

Well buy some time.

It wont be easy to buy time. You cant necessarily escape just because youre risking your life Besides, there might be a traitor among us.

A traitor? What do you mean?

How did they find out where we are?

Ah!

The head of the escort knights swallowed dryly as he realized the meaning of Sions words.

Someone who moved with them must have secretly passed on information. Otherwise, they wouldnt be able to locate them so quickly and launch a surprise attack.

Nobody move from now on. Anyone who moves will be considered a traitor. Captain of the guard.

Yes.

They didnt run away, they just hid. There must be a reason for that.

I think so.

If we retreat, theyll follow us. If we pursue, we may fall into a trap. Do you understand?

Yes.

Choose the most trusted person and send them to Kelidos. Tell them that if reinforcements are delayed, the Duke and Marquis wont just sit idly by.

Understood.

Sion watches the captain of the guard closely and stands close to Hanette.

If Hanette stepped forward, they could hold back the enemy even if the situation worsened.

But Hanette couldnt just act recklessly because she had to keep her ability to use magic a secret.

Can you trust me, sis?

What are you talking about all of a sudden?

You saw me use the sword earlier, right? Do you believe me a little now?

What do mean and even if you suddenly say to trush you

Hanette squints her eyes as she recalls the scene from earlier.

Not only did Sions sword strike neutralize the arrows and magic, but it also swept away their enemies.

Though she couldnt see it with her own eyes, she couldnt deny Sions impressive skills.

So, do you believe me now?

I do. Ill believe you just this once.

Your answer sounds a bit cold.

I said I believe you, didnt I?

Then stay close behind me. Ill make sure you dont get hurt.

What do you mean?

Youre making me repeat myself. Do you have confidence in yourself?

Sion looks away from the commander and adjusts his sword.

If the commander were a traitor, he would whisper his commands discreetly.

However, the commander was still within earshot and was delivering the message loud and clear.

Ill warn you all in advance. If you see someone who looks like a traitor, capture them by all means. If you cant capture them, kill them. Do you understand me?

I cant accept that if youll be fighting in the front.

We can fight and die, but-

Theres no life that can be sacrificed. Didnt you hear what the Lady said earlier? We live and die together.

The escort captain tightly gripped his scabbard and lit up the battlefield.

Sion and Hanette gave up on running away for the sake of the escort knights.

Even if they had already prepared themselves for death, they did not allow it for themselves.

Therefore, they had to fight with all their might to allow themselves to accept that death.

Lets watch a little longer.

Even if we just drag out time like this, we have an advantage.

Thats right. The situation has changed a lot because of me.

If things dont work out, we can run away, right?

That would be the best thing to do. We cant be chased now

Sion frowned as he discovered something.

Flames were coming from where the enemies were hiding.

Though the distance was considerable, they had wasted their magic to implement it.

In other words, they meant to kill Hanette and complete the mission at all costs.

What should we do?

First, get ready to retreat. We just need to be prepared.

What do you mean?

Ill try to stop it.

Sion answered casually and tried to take the lead.

But Hanette grabbed him by the hem of his clothes and pulled him back.

What? Are you crazy?

Remember what I said earlier, Sis?

I believe you, but this is a bit much!

Its okay, trust me just this once. Im confident.

Sion held Hanettes hand and showed a faint smile.

Then Hanette hesitated for a moment before letting go of his hand.

Fire Fire is coming!

The fire, created by magic, was rapidly surging forward.

Sion waited until the fire approached and then slowly swung the Exceed Rain.

Then, the purple blade began to shine faintly and started to neutralize the fire.

. Huh?

Huh?

Oo!

.?

The guards were confused but impressed.

Hanette was gathering her magic powers to use a spell, but quickly gave up.

Sion completely extinguished the fire and withdrew the Exceed Rain.

So, this is a magic absorption. Is this why the protagonist always suffers?

T/L: Ill post One More Chapter later in the night.