Chapter 482-2 Mitsuyoshi’s Request
Edited by: Kanaa-senpai
”So, it’s Lord Hiroya, is it? The rumor about you being ‘the strongest swordsman of Raetia’ seems to be true. It looks like we have no choice but to rely on you.”
With that, Sir Mitsuyoshi continued his conversation.
* * *
Sir Mitsuyoshi’s tale was related to that Azradelius.
”First, the reason I supported Ms. Sasha and the Zett Merchant Guild is… because the current king of Romuna is untrustworthy. When you became the head of the merchant guild, I planned to get Raetia to support your trade endeavors, but your wisdom led you to make this your base instead. Well done.”
He recalled meeting the young Ms. Sasha in her childhood and had high hopes for her courage and talent.
And how, as Sir Mitsuyoshi intended, she helped to economically develop Raetia.
Upon hearing this, Ms. Sasha looked at Sir Mitsuyoshi as if remembering something.
”Ah… that time… when I first met Shinobu, he helped us…”
Tears welled up around her eyes.
”Do you remember?”
”Lady Sasha… you remembered me?”
Sir Mitsuyoshi smiled gently at Sasha, while Shinobu remained at attention, crying overwhelmed with emotion.
”I remembered Shinobu… when you got hurt and fell…”
(Come to think of it, Hiroya did mention something… Ms. Shinobu’s loyalty to Ms. Sasha was rooted in a past event…)
Hearing Ms. Sasha’s words, Sir Mitsuyoshi shot a stern look at Ms. Shinobu.
”Shinobu got hurt and fell…? ──Shinobu, I want to hear all about it later.”
”S-So… what do you mean that the king of Romuna is untrustworthy?”
Protecting the trembling Shinobu, who stood rigidly in fear of Sir Mitsuyoshi, Martina urged him to continue with the discussion.
”Y-yes, that’s right. ── The foolish king won’t be able to suppress Azradelius, who is already moving to make a comeback. Moreover, we have also grasped that they are targeting this Raetia… a Raetia that is economically thriving.”
Finishing her words, she took a sip of tea.
”──To empower Heroic Swordsman Baron O’Brian, the development of our territory is essential. Lady Sasha and the Zett Merchant Guild have splendidly provided that assistance. And we believe that the only ones capable of opposing Azradelius are… the ‘Famière’ people.”
”So… what does Mr. Mitsuyoshi want us to do?”
Hiroya asked seriously, gazing intently at Sir Mitsuyoshi.
”We are always in a position to obtain information, having pinpointed Azradelius’s headquarters. When the time comes…”
Sir Mitsuyoshi stood up and reached out his right hand to Hiroya.
”We, the ‘Yagiu’ clan, are prepared to guide you within the Empire.”
”That is a very gracious offer. However… first and foremost, the ‘Great Labyrinth Raetia’ conquest should be our priority.”
Saying this, Hiroya returned the handshake to Sir Mitsuyoshi.
”Understood. However, we must aim for a swift conquest. Azradelius is also steadily preparing for the conquest of the ‘Welnia Labyrinth.’”
* * *
Sir Mitsuyoshi continued speaking.
It seems the Welnia Labyrinth is currently closed under the orders of Emperor Fackler the Fourth, prohibiting entry to adventurers.
”Presumably to prevent interference with Azradelius’s conquest. However, when you come to the Empire, we can guide you to the depths of the Great Labyrinth.”
”Why do you all feel that way about Azradelius…?”
Rena voiced her doubt.
”It has been passed down in our clan that ‘Azradelius is the destroyer of ancient civilizations.’”
We know from Lilith and Rena that this World was once ruled by 2 gods, with civilization flourishing mainly in the East.
It was said that Azradelius sealed those 2 gods deep within a labyrinth, instigating their followers to fight against each other, as Sir Mitsuyoshi explained.
”I promise to free you before Azradelius does, Lilith.”
I made that promise to Lilith, who stood behind Hiroya.
Lilith kindly smiled back at me.
”You who are being called Lilith… could you possibly be… no way…!?”
”Indeed. What is sealed in the ‘Welnia Labyrinth’ is my true form, you see?”
Lilith directed that smile toward Sir Mitsuyoshi.
Sir Mitsuyoshi hurriedly stood up, kneeling and bowing his head.
”Lilith… Lady Lilith Diable! I can scarce believe a part of your power has already been released! As the head of the ‘Yagiu’ clan, I renew my loyalty here…”
We rushed to pull the humbled Sir Mitsuyoshi to his feet and ended up explaining the situation.
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Edited by Kanaa-senpai.
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