Magic Gems Gourmet

118 Fatherland.

"Father up......!?

"Lo, Master Lloyd! What a shattered bone..."

"Yes! Could you please tell me what the hell happened......!

The training ground after Ain left, a place temporarily surrounded by silence, but the knights open their mouths as if they breathed back.

Naturally, there is Lloyd's appearance ahead, and so is his situation, but what was the sight earlier...... I've pushed over for that explanation.

"... don't let the Kingsguard Knights and the Rodents get laid! I'm hurt! That's just it...... it wouldn't even be one mouthful!

Maybe he did just get hurt.

But what Lloyd said was that the bone might have been crushed, and the injured man was Lloyd.

Lloyd's injury is probably about Chris. They can't be surprised because Ain't done it to them, even though everyone thought so.

In fact, Ain kept growing at an incredible rate year after year, and the Kingsguard knights had often seen that.

Would this be the result, though? Lloyd, who was attacked by Ain, lost the momentum and showed it back.

"Don't talk about what you saw earlier. And don't let my injuries get in Ain's ear!... It must be heartbreaking about that gentle one. Nice!"

Ein earlier was unaware of Lloyd's injuries. Lloyd was trying to hide it too, so I'm glad you didn't notice.

"Th... more than that, I shall go to Lord Bhara. Keep training!

Lloyd was relieved to see the Kingsguard returning to training in a hurry.

Seeing their momentum earlier, they might still eat down... that's what I was thinking.

I saw how that went, Lloyd. And then again, I turn my gaze back to Dill, who stands right beside me.

"That's why. Dill, I'm sorry, but I'm gonna have you escorted... okay?

"... I understand. So as soon as the treatment is done, I'm going to explain what happened..."

Dill asks a lot of questions as well, but we can still hear that later. Let's be my father first and give priority to my boss, Lloyd, his body. He lent Lloyd his shoulder and took him to a facility nearby where Barra would refrain.

—— Conn.

Silvard's own door is knocked and Martha speaks on the spot of the reason for her visit.

"Your Majesty, His Royal Highness Prince Wang is here to see you"

"Uhm...... let me through"

"I'm in awe. … then, Dear Ein, please proceed"

"Yeah, okay."

After a mock fight with Lloyd, Ain enjoyed a meal at the Knight's Dining Room and slowly healed his body towards the Baths.

Afterwards, he keeps his body in shape mentally and physically, in line with his time with his incoming grandfather as he cools his lit body.

Dozens of minutes later, Martha comes to Ain, who was resting in the salon.

'I don't mind His Majesty coming anytime. That's what I'm saying'... Yes, Ain't heard from her, she wakes up and heads to her room. I choose a somewhat more temperamental outfit than usual to change my mind.

I weaved a jacket with a rare royal crest, and my hair was ready for it.

The appearance of Ain walking in those outfits makes him have a certain emotion for all the people of the castle.

"... that's quite a riddle, Ein. It's not like the other day's outfit, but it's not that bad."

"It's an honor to keep it in compliment. Grandpa."

"Seeing that, it would be about nature and awe"

"... play"

As Silvard uttered, the men of the castle were all in awe. Needless to say, Ain always remained a good King Prince, attracting much trust and respect.

However, Ain today was more overflowing than usual in his fascination as a ruler.

That's enough for the wrong people to lose their words for a moment.

"It's not a play or anything...... well. So what happened, he wants to talk to the rest, etc. That's why I'm off to school... is it important?

Even for Silvard, the way Ein and Chris looked last night is new to memory. Ein's smile, which I haven't seen in a long time, is reassuring to him, and after that, with Lloyd, it was enough to exchange a toast with a glass of booze.

"It's important to me."

"... well. Sit down. Let's talk."

"Now if you'll excuse me"

Front of Silvered's sitting couch. They point to that seat, and Ain takes his feet there from near the door.

A sofa that sits more comfortable than the one in my room. Enjoy the feel of sinking in loosely, but pull yourself together for the future.

"Fine then. We have until tomorrow morning, so take your time."

"... I appreciate it. Then hurry--"

Finally, the seeds of Ein's troubles and anxieties. If you think you can hear that, Silvard's heart got excited too.

I was sure I was worried, but I was interested to see what kind of troubles you had with it.

A king prince who makes him a hero in defeating sea dragons and lodges Durahan and Elderlich in his body. I don't know what kind of trouble such a man has...... that doesn't even predict Silvard.

"Has your grandfather ever thought you were afraid to be loved?

"... hmm? I'm sorry, Ain, but what does that mean?

I didn't clap it out, but how dare you say what Ain in front of me said. To the sincerity of the word, Silvard, whose understanding did not follow.

"I'm loved. I'll give it to you, I can throw it away"

In the wake of Silvado's words, Ain begins to open his mouth again.

"I'm loved. I'll give you, I'll betray you"

That Ein is scared. And the concern gradually began to come to light.

The look of Ain staring straight at Silvard but just quietly continuing the words. Look at that. Silvard can't even look away.

"... and loved you, I will betray you"

That it will betray the expectations that have been made. Expecting them, but still somewhere that was hooked.

... I guess he didn't take his breath off. Having said that, Ain opened his mouth wide to take in fresh air.

"Well... I don't know if I can live up to my expectations."

"... Hmm"

Mouth a simple reply, but Silvard thinks firmly.

In the end, the environment at birth is probably affecting it. That's for sure.

Heim's values, but he was neglected by his brother for losing at that value.

A series of currents leading up to coming to Ishtarika is nothing more than proof that deep down in my heart I cared.

"I ask one thing... I want 10,000 people to like me. Is that what Ein thinks?

"No, I know I can't do that. But..."

"--Ain. Come here."

Before finishing his reply, Silvard got up and started walking. There was a terrace ahead, and if you look outside, you can see the whole Wang capital, it was just stunning.

"Is it on the terrace?

"That's right. Before I answer Ein's words, I'll tell you just one more secret.... I don't know if it's Laralua, the other best secret. Let's tell Ein that."

Without looking back, he told him so, and Silvard headed to the terrace in a calm foothold. And Ain also follows that silverado and shows himself on the terrace together.

"Ishtalika is the only country on this continent, Ishtal, that goes on everywhere."

"... Yes"

On the contrary of the White Rose, a place where you can even see the walls in the distance. If you change your gaze, you'll see the direction of the school city, where Ain's classmates will still be encouraging you to study today. If you look further towards the harbor, you see two large shadows. I was relieved that the twins looked fine today.

"There's only one person left... someone who's loving, yet jealous, and a little bit hateful"

"Oh, is there such a person?... I've never heard that before."

"That's right. This is the first time I have ever spoken about it.... it's just a secret between the king and the prince, okay?

"... Yes"

And Silvado, who began to see the sky, begins to talk about the person for the first time, even though he is irritated by complex emotions.

"Who is his opponent... His Majesty the First"

"--Huh!?

For a moment, forget your troubles and look at Silvard.

Jealous but hateful? If that opponent hears of His Majesty the First, Ain't no way Ain't surprised.

"Hey, why... how is that awesome!?

"... maybe a little bit like what Ein thinks."

Elbow on the edge of the fence and open your mouth with a dry grin.

"How is your majesty this time?... a good king, but not inferior to the first sire. That's a bad opponent, not someone you can beat, whoever you are! … when the rest came to power, it was something I used to hear."

It never stood out and was spoken that way, but I can't hear any of those words.

I just didn't hear it in the castle, but I don't spend it in the castle forever, so it was natural to hear it.

"Like His Majesty the First, please be a fine king.... This is what Laralua used to tell me. The rest of that time, I got so strongly jealous that I never had one before."

……

"Don't be Ishtarika, but hate it at the same time.... my wife's first majesty, so revered, hates..."

The influence of the first Ishtarika king is strong. Because even if you are a famous man like Silver and you are blessed with many of your men, you will always be compared by the people.

If you're not willing to stop it, you won't bother to come to denial. But still, it is born that thoughts are hard to put into words.

"You must not have such thoughts. That's normal as a person living in Ishtarika, but the rest of us thought about it."

"... Yes"

"But if the people have no malice, they have no other intention. And it's perfectly natural for His Majesty to continue to be told that... isn't it?

"Yes, I think you're right."

"In that case, Ain. I mean, the rest disqualify as kings... don't you think?

"... do you ask me that question?

That's mean. How am I supposed to respond! Ain't got a strong grip in his head.

"Kuk...... haha! It's a joke, never mind Ain"

He puts on a favorable face, laughs high and strokes Ain's head powerfully. Ain then turned musty and told him, 'Stop the bad joke'.

"Well, that's what it is, Ein.... be the perfect person, no one can do that"

"The perfect person......"

"Dear Left, Ein has such verses hidden in sight. Sure, that's an important idea, but Ain't hard... and too serious."

"Oh, no..."

"I'm not saying there isn't. Just ask first, and I'll get back to you one last time."

Ain't pushing his shoulders hard and sitting on a chair placed on the terrace.

It's uncomfortable sitting alone in front of him, even though Silvado stands. But now I listen honestly, I was surrounded by the air that would make me do so.

"It's Ain. You think the Lord wants to be a god?

"Damn, you can't be! Whatever it takes, such absurdity..."

"Then I can't. Ain't never gonna get Ain's wish."

Silvard, who tells him mercilessly impossible, continues the word before Ain opens his mouth.

"Do not betray people and continue to live up to their expectations. Only God can do that... only a being called that. Ein, on the other hand, it's impossible to be the first sire."

"Huh... but! Minimum as king...... Huh!

"So what's the least you can do as a king? To benefit the country? Or is it a reassuring rule?

"... both of them, are!

The weather has sunny weather...... today surrounded by comfortable warmth. Behind the weather, Ain't in a mild mood.

"That it benefits the country, then. Ain't got what the king brings in his whole life. Can you feel a little safer if you do?

"Yes, I don't know what that means..."

"I mean two sea dragons."

"... it's really something I have to do with. But less than 30 years of the national budget…"

Seeing Ain speak so, Silvard reprimands it in a strong tone.

"Don't be complacent! What the hell is a scalp! … what do you think of that budget that the people can do with the taxes they pay!

"Oh... but I'm sorry..."

"A state budget is not made solely by the power of a king. You know what I mean?

"… of course"

Ain honestly apologizes for hearing the words. I did make a statement that I was wrong, that I would trample on the efforts of the people. I am strongly ashamed of that in my heart.

"From nothing. With that being said, I have a point, but that's what I'm going to do at this time. From nothing like that, Ein brought his wealth to the country for those years. That's something to be proud of… don't forget."

"Yes, and I remember the liver."

"... then next. Reliable reign...... not really a fool king. But while I was thinking about it, I felt the rest. That's what makes Ein so lonely to do anything."

Silvado, who finally came to Ain's side, hips down there like Ain. That's how I took a deep breath and kept talking about my thoughts further.

"Ain't there only one person, willing to govern this Ishtarika?

"Yes, no. I don't think we can do that."

"I guess so, you're right.... Governance requires a lot of trusted subordinates, right?

"... I thought you were right"

Ain't never thought Ein could rule alone either. Naturally, it is only with so many people that the operation of the country works. I can feel that painfully when I look at my work at the castle and about Silvado.

"So, for example. How's Martha, can you trust her?

…… Yes, of course. "

"So how's Dill? Aren't you a good knight?

Some of the earlier stories remind me of the sea dragon commotion.

A man who didn't care about himself, just did what he did for himself.

"... he's the best knight"

He seemed satisfied with Ain's answer, but that question still goes on.

"So how's Chris at the end?... you care about Ein, don't you?

Reminds me of my vows with her last night. I'm not stupid enough not to know that, with so many words thrown at me.

"... Yes!

"Then let's hear it. Do these people betray Ein?

I don't know how people feel. Those things were often said, but still, the earlier ones would never betray them. Ain made me feel that way.

"No......! Mr. Martha and Dill...... and Chris. I will never betray you, I can assure you so."

"Ha ha...! Okay, well, that's a quick story."

As I just did, Silvard started stroking Ain's head hard. A full smile begins to appear on that face.

"You're afraid to be loved, but they love you... and you're not afraid to be expected, are you?

—— Huh!?

Sure it is. Ain makes me feel strong.

Rather the opposite was the feeling, Martha, Dill, and what Chris would expect etc...... rather comfortable.

It must have been different back in the day.... Let's try harder, I remember being there that bright.

"I would have contradicted you, Ain. I should have been scared, but I remembered that was comforting... for sure?

"... who is your grandfather?

"Ha-ha-ha! He's just a king, and he's Ain's grandfather. … then Ain't the last time, let's give you one piece of advice from the rest"

Silvard stood up and walked out towards the railing fence. And he spread his hands wide and said this in a strong tone.

"Let them fall in love so much that they won't betray you. You have to have your voice, your figure, your standing behavior, and the presence of Ain. Get into their minds enough to make them think so! Stand in front of your opponent with confidence... don't be alone and talk! Remember how confident you were!

That's what I said. Silvard looks back and stares strongly into Ain's eyes.

"There are no many differences between the loved ones in the castle and the people, and there are no such differences. Equally Ishtalikah, and those who know Ain. If you become solitary and stop building your own walls, you will also open new avenues"

"... but Grandpa. How forceful were the words earlier...... too powerful?

Loosen your mouth and cheeks, and that's the look on Ain's face. Its face, which has somehow become sunny, just starts to smile naturally.

"Hmm? Don't say anything different about this again, Ein?... royal and powerful, even if it's Ain's exclusive patent."

"Oh, I'm not so strong..."

It's been a while since I've heard the word Ain't Me.

I'm glad to see you as an adult, but I don't hate Ain when you're messed up like you used to. For Silvard, who thought so, Ain't what he looks like now was a pleasure.

"... ooh ein! The rest came up with the best thing!

"Best thing...? Grandpa, what kind of business do you have this time?"

"Nohaha! It's the best way to get rid of Ein's problems completely! And sneaky, with the rest of my wishes in it!

"... let's hear it"

Perhaps the most pleasant appearance ever. Silvard has such a pleasant look and voice that Ein feels that way.

"It's something we can do because it's this country.... Ein, your Lord's goal is to exceed the First Sire! You will live happily ever after!

"... Ha!? Grandpa, what are you--"

"Am I wrong?

... not wrong. If we do ever go beyond the first king of Ishtarika, it will be a matter of no concern to Ein's anxiety. But if it wasn't that light, Ain't dissatisfied with it this time.

"If you say that, you'll be punished, won't you?

"We just need Ain't to keep quiet. By and large, I told you what I thought to your first sire earlier, didn't I?

"Speaking of which... Well, I heard..."

"Maybe it's best to get the rest of your wishes on board and get Ain to go for it"

"Grandpa's wish?

Silvard, still in a good mood, replies to Ein's words, not saying he was waiting.

"Beyond His Majesty the First, there was nothing else I could do. But wonder makes me think Ein might be able to do it. Then even in the post-mortem world, the rest has a high nose. I asked you, Ain't!

"So suddenly impotent..."

The one and only king who united the continent and also carried out the Demon King crusade. Even if they tell me to go beyond that, I don't even know what to do.

"But one thing. Would it have stomped off?

"… may be so"

"You should be. Just the right opportunity, keep dressed and come to His Majesty's grave once and for all. You'll welcome me gently."

"Suddenly again... okay? I don't care if you allow that..."

"I don't mind. Originally that place is a good place to go whenever you have the extra permission... duh, speaking of one. I had to tell Ain."

Silvard, who began to clamp his nose, immediately took out a small piece of paper.

Suddenly he told me to go to the grave of the first king or he said he had something to tell me...... he was a very busy Silvado but Ain was happy with it.

"It's a sudden story, but there's a place I want you to go in a few days. Ask the former Viscount Sage's territory to go on a little inspection."

"Isn't it too sudden for a lot of things, Grandpa..."

"Katima was actually planning to go, but it's a reschedule. Let's just say I leave this assignment to Ain... I'll tell you more later. It's a scenic area, change your mood!

Ain thought this was a silvered care.

Feel like a little trip if you think about it and don't feel bad. It has been a long time since my feelings have improved, so I could also accept this proposal favourably.

"Thank you for your attention, then."

"Uh-huh! Finally, you can enjoy a meal in the view!

"Should I buy you a souvenir, too?

"... I have some delicious sugar treats. More please."

At the end of the day, it turned into an unfinished conversation, but Ain't got a sunny look like a possession fell off. I took care of him so much, I decided on my mind to buy him a souvenir that I couldn't eat.

"Okay.... and thank you so much for today. Thanks to your grandfather, it seems that... something can be done."

"It's a superimposition"

"... then may I sweeten you to your words and go before the grave of His Majesty the First? I don't know... it's not a statement of determination, but also to renew my feelings"

"I don't mind. You're gonna do what you did the other day, right?

"I understand. … Then I will go and get my sword and sweeten it to your words"

I stood up softly and ended up with Ain deeply thankful for Silvard.

I'm sure I'll never forget today's story. That was possibly a meaningful and important time to think that I would never... until I died.

Silvado keeps smiling softly as one grandfather rather than a king. Before leaving this room, Ain thanked him deeply again and left Silvard's room.

"... whenever you come, it's really quiet here"

For organizing my feelings. Forgive me for visiting you with such impurity... yes I apologized in my heart and Ain't stepped into the land.

"... though he is the Prince of Wonder. Excuse me."

I whine softly and quietly and bow my head at the entrance where I can see all the graves.... and Ain't aiming straight ahead, there's the tomb of the first Ishtarika king. Aiming at that grave, Ain slowly begins to walk.

--Scraps.

I can only hear the sound of treading on the soft lawn, and I can never get any other noise. On the contrary, my own breathing sounds are the loudest… surrounded by a lonely atmosphere that makes me think this way.

……

Occasionally, I hear a rubbing sound of a sword on my hips.

But coupled with the sound of stepping on the lawn, you get a little music-like feeling somehow.... That was never unpleasant.

"(Let's get started then)"

Arriving in front of the grave, Ein recalls the manoeuvres he learned from Silvard.

Arrange the offerings you have received before you come, carefully one by one, and proceed with the work.

……

Just be heartless and keep doing it without disrespect.

That attitude, even serious, and polite tricks. It was a trick that would surely satisfy the opponent, whether he was the first king of Ishtarika, if there was a third party to see Ein, he would have appreciated it that way.

—— and at the end of the day, hold a sword on your chest.

That concludes the necessary manoeuvres. Apologize for the sudden visit, and at the end of the day, let's leave the land with a new feeling. Ain was going to.

"... Sort of."

Ein, who finished a series of streams, exhales at the fact that there was no mistake.

He unloaded the living armor sword that was on his chest and turned his back in front of that grave with one last courtesy.

"Oh, that...? Something different..."

I just went about three steps, and something seemed wrong, and I stop my foot.

Was there a mistake in the current flow? No. You should have finished rudely to the end, Ein starts checking one by one.

"No, but put the offering down properly... but I thanked you properly before..."

Definitely. There are no deficiencies for sure, and I should have finished the ritual.

But somehow, I don't feel like the other day.

"Yeah, yeah...... At the end of the day, put your sword firmly against your chest... hit, hit..."

--... No way?

One thought back in the last motion, Ein looks back in a slow motion. I took another leg toward the grave ahead of me.

"I'm so sorry, Master Marc... please forgive me for coming again"

I just want to do it again by putting my sword up. Ein manages to contain that strong desire and start over from scratch.

But unlike earlier, I can't be heartless. On the contrary, I couldn't contain my mind that kept me confused.

Ein, who hastened only by heart, soon progresses to the point where he raises his last sword.

While apologizing to Marc's grave for his impatience, he begins to reach for the sword. I slipped twice with hand sweat and took the trouble to take it out, but I finally grab my sword.

……

While staring at the grave, he lifts his sword with rougher breaths than usual.

A sword and a grave approaching my chest one by one… I looked at it at the same time, but at the end of the day I stared at it to stare at it.

"The sword... doesn't glow...?

It did glow in front of the graves of the previous kings. Anyway, that's the special ability of this sword, so it's more natural to glow.

... but how about before this grave, the first king Marc's grave did not glow at all.

What the hell does that mean?

"There's nothing... Master Marc isn't here, that's what I'm talking about."

There must be no mistake in this idea.

When that happens, I don't see why you're not here.

"Buried elsewhere...? I've never heard of that. If he did, Grandpa would be teaching me."

Does it make sense to do so first? Ein gets desperate and starts thinking.

In vague thoughts, I turn my eyes to Marc's grave.... Then I can't help but worry about one letter.

"Sleeping in my beloved country......?

It's a common story. Carve those letters in front of the grave and convey your thoughts to those who came there. It's nothing special, it's a story everywhere.

But only the letter strongly attracts Ein's interest.

—— Uh, yeah. Therefore, I dedicate myself to the "Royal Ishtarika". I was wondering if that was normal...

"Mr. Marco. Could you..."

—— So the challenge ahead is to discover where His Majesty came from and the environment. Studies on family structure have been mentioned…

"Professor Kyle. Isn't that right... that's the challenge you're going to have about your first sire...?

-- 'We all have to get along!' He said it enough to make his mouth sour.

"The words of His Majesty the First. Don't set up a fight...... coincidence? Too much coincidence."

Recent classes at the school came to mind in the words spoken by Marco the Living Armor. These are by no means irrelevant to what just happened… if Ain't the right prediction.

"Hey first sire." Beloved Fatherland "for you… --"

Once the sound of bottoms, Ain's sword fell over the lawn.