The Conversation

The bandit chief thought they had been freed from the royal punishment without realizing that the forest they were stepping on was the Ruga Valley or a forest of death.

"Aaah!"

"What happened!?"

Hearing a voice from behind the bushes, the bandit chief ordered one of his underlings to take a look.

"There isn't any-"

When the person turned around, he was pulled into the bushes.

"Help!"

"Run!"

One by one, they were brought by various monsters from the forest.

"What kind of creatures are those, they dragged our comrades into the bushes, and also up the trees."

"Exactly what happened here?"

"Could this be the valley all S-rank adventurers talk about and fear?"

"You mean Ruga forest?"

"Are you trying to kill me!?"

"No, that's not what I meant, boss."

"We didn't arrive in the forest, because the distance is very far from the Gerna kingdom."

“……”

"Ssshhh,"

"Did you hear any snoring?"

They followed the origin of the snoring sound, which led them all to where the giant dragon was sleeping.

"Is that the only ability you guys have?"

"Vail what's wrong?"

"I can't take Clara,"

"What have you done?"

"Looks like what that person said is true, you guys won't be able to do anything."

"If I wear this ring, which contains this maidservant's hair,"

"That person?"

"If you fight, then this woman will feel the pain of being stabbed by a crowbar."

"Soldiers, you guys just need to take them easy."

Because she was used as a hostage and her mouth was gagged, she saw her three older brothers being beaten up by the royal soldiers.

"What's this commotion?"

"Your Highness, we are punishing thieves who tried to save their comrades."

The king approached and ordered his soldiers to stop.

"Rabe, do you know who they are?"

"Of course my king, they are partners of thieves—"

"STUPID!"

"They are important guests in this kingdom, but your actions almost put this kingdom in danger."

"Are you all right?"

"Forgive the treatment of all my kingdom's soldiers, they are only doing the task I have given,"

"We are fine, we only came to bring Clara back."

"And talk to you."

The three of them recovered with magic.

"Gentlemen, forgive me for accusing you of being partners with the bandits,"

"No problem, think of this as a training exercise for the kingdom's defense."

"But can you take off the ring?"

"Is there something strange about this ring?"

"To be honest, this ring does provide strength and anti-magic, instead the user will be controlled by this ring,"

Cini suddenly stopped and broke out in a cold sweat.

"The bond and the gag have not been released,"

"Just let me do it."

"Then, enter into the palace."

"You guys have something to talk about right?"

"Then, I will return to patrolling,"

"Mr. Rabe, I suggest you join this conversation,"

They followed the king to the room where the war strategy was made.

"So? What do you want to talk about?"

"Because everyone has gathered, especially Mr. Rabe also already knows the king is a demon king."

"I hope you are not surprised by this,"

"What do you mean, Master Cini—"

"This time what made you come back to send me out?"

"Lina!"

"Long time no see Neii, now I understand why my residence has become safe these past few years."

"I thank you, for coming."

"What's wrong Clara? Do you want to go home?"

"It seems there is a woman who is frightened by swearing behind that arrogant man."

"Can I speak?"

"Of course King Ligt, you may speak."

"Do the two of them have anything to do with this conversation?"

"New kid, your sentence is very disrespectful to your senior,"

"So what opportunity do you want to give me?"

"Brother,"

Even though the king has become a demon lord, Clara is still afraid of the other demon kings.

"Clara, there's nothing to be afraid of,"

"Cini, Rii can you start the conversation?"

"As we already know, the king of Ligt has a desire to make the world peaceful without strife,"

"It's funny what this new kid wants,"

"Moreover, making a fairy tale come true is a waste."

"That's true, but that's where you come in."

"Our role?"

"You two will help make the king of Ligt's wish come true,"

"In short you will be comrades,"

"Colleague!?"

"But this seems more interesting,"

"I won't comment on your easily betraying Neii, but I also accept it for the sake of continuing to live."

"The rest is just Dorf huh,"

"Neii, Dorf was dead when he attacked Norf city,"

"Once it turns out, it's good that it's true."

"Besides, it's like he's plotting something behind my back."

"I'm very happy to hear that, but is it fine to involve the other two demon lords?"

"Moreover, these two are direct subordinates,"

"I already have no intention of going to war, when we've already lost."

"If it comes back, then our master will directly kill us both,"

"As you heard king of Ligt,"

"Especially if they still dare to do it, I will give punishment."

"Punishment?"

"Yes, by marrying demon lord Lina to demon lord Ligt,"

"HAH!"

"See, you two are really good together,"

"I object to being required to marry the demon lord Ligt."

"King,"

King Ligt saw Rabe sadly because his king had been rejected.

"Then let me be the one who will marry you,"

"Joking,"

"If that's not a problem,"

“…..”

"Ahem!"

As if she didn't agree with Vail marrying the demon lord Lina, Clara immediately pinched him.

"We will continue the discussion,"

"Everyone apologize, I have to take Clara home."

"No problem, then we should rest for a while."

"Then excuse me for a moment."

Vail brings Clara back home by teleporting.

"We've arrived at the house."

"Even though I wanted to be there a little longer,"

"Is my presence so disturbing?"

"Get rid of that kind of thinking, I just don't want to make mom worry."

"Before leaving I want to say something,"

"Say, I'll listen to it."

He saw Clara crying and couldn't form a single sentence.

"Clara, as your sister though very suddenly."

"If something you want to say is too hard to say, then there's no need to force it."

"Now go into the house, maybe mom is already worried about you."

"And keep secret what you saw before from mother,"

"If this is a secret between me and my brother, then I will keep it,"

"It will be our secret, if you stop crying, Clara."

"Thank you for accompanying me, and please help in the future to take care of myself, Zein, and also mother."

Vail stroked Clara's head earnestly.

"That's for sure, brother also wants to tell king Ligt about you stopping as a servant in the palace,"