Chapter 122: Consultation (1)

Chapter 122: Consultation (1)

Ner prepared to step outside as the day broke.

Peering through the window, a calm had settled over the estate, a stark contrast to the fierce battle of the previous day.

The tension that had weighed heavily on the soldiers shoulders seemed to have dissipated somewhat.

Yet, with a hint of apprehension, Ner decided to first inquire with the guards stationed at the door.

-Creak.

She cracked open the door and peered out.

Shawn and Burns, who had been chuckling in conversation, turned their gaze towards her.

Is there something you need?

She responded to their question.

Is it... safe to wander outside now?

They blinked for a moment.

Soon, Burns looked at Shawn.

As the senior, Shawn pondered before replying.

Yes. It seems safe for now. Where are you planning to go?

...To meet Berg.

Ah, then theres even less to worry about. Shall we go?

Ner waved her hand in dismissal.

No, Ill just inform Arwin-nim and then head out.

Alright. Well wait for you.

-Thud.

Ner withdrew her head back inside and closed the door.

She then quietly gazed at Arwin.

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Engrossed in meditation to hone her life force, Arwin seemed distant.

She had returned briefly to greet her, but wondered if it was better not to disturb her.

...Where are you going?

But before she could decide, Arwin spoke first.

She seemed somewhat aware of her intentions.

...Just going to look around for a bit, Ner replied.

Truth be told, her interest wasnt solely in Berg but also in the hero party.

It was impossible not to be curious about the chosen warriors of the gods, especially those who had been at the forefront of the seven-year war against the demons.

Arwin-nim, dont you have someone in the hero party you wish to meet?

Ner asked.

Arwin nodded.

...Sylphrien unnie. Ill go meet her later.

Ner nodded at her response and lingered in the room filled with an awkward silence before speaking.

...Well, Ill be heading out then. To get some fresh air.

Alright. Understood.

With Arwins reply, Ner moved to step out.

Stepping outside, Ner spoke to Shawn, who had been waiting for her.

Lets go.

Okay.

Ner, revealing a momentary inner thought, asked.

Have you seen Berg by any chance?

Shawn easily answered her question.

He was sleeping in the front yard of the mansion, you know?

Ners brow furrowed in confusion at Shawns response.

What? Why there?

Shawn seemed just as unsure of the reason as Ner was.

Im not really sure...

...

Ner nodded and moved on.

Regardless, meeting Berg and talking things over was what mattered.

In fact, there were many pressing concerns at the moment.

The rapidly changing situation required quick decision-making.

How to deal with the hero party, how to behave in front of the royal Draigo family who were said to be coming here - there were too many unknowns.

...

But Ner pushed aside these complex thoughts and continued on.

She no longer needed to ponder these matters alone.

If she had questions or concerns, she could just talk to Berg.

He was on her side, after all.

Her husband.

With this thought, a smile crept onto Ners face.

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-Tap.

Someone poked my cheek as I lay asleep, embracing my sword.

Slowly opening my eyes, I saw a white tail in front of me.

-Tap.

I felt the sensation on my cheek again.

As I opened my eyes wider, the white tail began to sway gently.

The fluffy tail wiggled cutely.

...Ner?

I called her name, and she giggled in response.

Why are you sleeping here, Berg?

She asked.

Regaining my senses and looking up, I saw Ner crouching in front of me, her arm resting on her knee, looking at me.

...Did you come out here alone?

I asked, and she shook her head, pointing behind her.

From a distance, Shawn was engaged in conversation with the other members.

It appeared Ner had come here under his escort.

I looked at her.

Her clear, untainted smile was so infectious that it even affected my emotions.

I sighed heavily, embracing this new feeling.

I had been resting under a tree in the front yard of the mansion, having dozed off while trying to calm my emotions after a brief conversation with Gale.

It seemed Ner had found me and approached.

...

Observing Ners expression, I felt an indescribable sensation.

Perhaps it was more pronounced because I hadnt seen her since the incident with Sien.

Regardless, a smile naturally formed on my face as I asked her.

Did you rest well?

Yes.

-No, not that.

...Huh?

Just be comfortable. Its okay not to show any affection at all.

...

Ner slowly raised her head, a puzzled look on her face.

.....Why...?

Slowly losing her smile, she asked me dryly.

...

I had no desire to flaunt my relationships in front of Sien.

It just seemed... too cruel.

I wanted to quietly get through this moment.

To quietly complete the task, quietly leave, and quietly conclude things with Sien.

But I couldnt reveal my true feelings, so I offered an excuse.

...Just. We dont know how the royal family will react.

...

Even to me, it sounded like a flimsy excuse.

Ner was visibly taken aback by my sudden suggestion.

After pondering for a while, she asked,

...Even holding hands?

...

Debating where to draw the ambiguous line of affection, I said,

Everything.

..........Tch.

Ner responded with dissatisfaction to my words.

Do this, do that, which rhythm should I dance to?

At her words, I chuckled lightly.

I gently stroked her face, which was leaning on my shoulder, with my other hand.

Sorry.

At that gesture, her tail stood up rigidly.

She still seemed to tense up at my sudden displays of affection.

I offered a final excuse.

Lets just try not to attract attention, especially with the king coming.

...If thats the case, I understand...

I stood up from my spot.

My stomach was starting to growl.

I decided to look for something to eat.

Ner. Lets go find something to eat. Are you hungry?

...

Ner nodded her head.

Then, she got up and stood by my side.

More and more soldiers were beginning to appear.

The day was about to start.

Soon, it seemed, members of the hero party would also be waking up.

...Including Sien.

-Wham!

Suddenly, two arms wrapped around my neck.

Someone climbed onto my back.

Legs hooked around my hips, and a tail tightly coiled around my waist.

Then, rubbing her face against my neck, Ner said,

But its okay now, right? His Majesty the King isnt here.

Her playful smile was a bonus.

Defiantly doing more of what she was told not to, like a mischievous fox.

Come down, Ner. Its hard to walk like this.

No. Try pushing me off. Oh, you cant touch the tail.

Just as a smile was about to break through at her antics, a sound interrupted.

-Thud.

...?

Ner, too, pulled her head away from my neck to look towards the source of the sound.

..............

There was Sien, sitting down with a vacant expression, looking at my feet.

Beside her, Sylphrien was fidgeting uneasily.

...Sai...Saintess...

...

Siens gaze slowly lifted towards me.

Her eyes seemed to ask, Who is that woman?

The same expression of jealousy she had shown in the past was evident.

...

But there was neither a need for me to explain nor was it the situation to do so.

The fact that Ner was my wife would soon become apparent.

Ner, stiffening behind me, asked,

Is... that the Saintess?

...

...Sh-shouldnt we help her...? Shes fallen...

............

I didnt want to show Sien this side of me, but it was already too late.

Whatever I did now, it seemed it wouldnt make much of a difference.

And with that in mind, I no longer wanted to push Ner away.

-Swish.

Ah...!

I gently wrapped my arms around Ners thighs and lifted her.

Startled by my touch, she tightened her arms around my neck even more.

...Itll be okay.

Siens eyes wandered at my actions.

Yet, due to the conversation we had before, she kept turning her head away as if pretending not to recognize me.

...Lets go.

I carried Ner and started walking.

Ignoring the bitter aftertaste.

Ignoring the growing beat of my heart.

I tried my best not to think about Sien anymore.

I had already made my choice.

The End of The Chapter

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