Chapter 23 (1/2)

Ex Strongest, Lesson on Mankind and Demons – Part 2

Until the existence known as Demons was known, there was a great battle between different races in this world.

However, it was suddenly noticed at that time that they were mutually destroying each other.

It seemed that the Hobbits were likely to be extinct.

It was one of the reasons why there were mixed blood among Hobbits, but the biggest reason among them was too many Hobbits were killed in the war after all.

”So, in order to stop the fighting, they specifically made up the Demons as the hostile race toward Mankind, is that what you mean?” (Soma)

”Yes… what a foolish thing.” (Camilla)

”Dear me…” (Soma)

As mentioned earlier, Demons were those who had been forcibly set up.

There were also some of them became the cause of this, but basically, they were conveniently set up by the influential people of that time.

But, that wasn't the reason why Soma and Camilla said that it was foolish thing.

They were saying it because their reason were more fundamental than the reasons earlier.

It was because even though such a thing happened, the conflict between races still hadn't stopped.

It was more or less a temporary ceasefire.

If that wasn't the case, they signed a ceasefire pact with each other and joined hand to destroy the Demons

Those who created the situation would have known that it was a farce, but the truth didn't really matter that much for them.

So, the war potentials were a.s.sembled for that reason, and they pointed their weapons toward Demons, and subsequently toward other races and countries.

It was beyond saving for those who proactively pursued the matter, but it was the country of Human that was energetically moving in order to destroy the Demons.

They specifically created an outline of Mankind, but while loudly declared it, they didn't have even a single fragment of trust toward other races.

However, it seemed the other races were more or less prepared themselves, but Soma wondered whether other races mutually agreed in this matter.

Well, those people had been in dispute all the time, but it would be a story if they could be friends because of that farce.

In a way, that was a matter of course.

Perhaps, it wasn't meaningless since the scale of dispute became smaller compared to that time, but there was no mistake it was a foolish thing.

By the way, the name of that foolish country was Veritas.

It was a kingdom that continuously conveyed the legitimate lineage of Mankind since the ancient times.

It was a self-proclaimed country.

And the country where Soma lived, was a mixed nation named Radius with various races. It was a former country of Veritas.

”How should I say this… it was a story that made people to appreciate the independence of the country.” (Soma)

”Goodness.” (Camilla)

”By the way, I suddenly thought about this, and… if that is the case, why is the designation of Mankind still continues?” (Soma)

”Ooh, that's simple. It was also publicly announced once. You can't revoke it even if you want to.” (Camilla)

”What a troublesome story…” (Soma)

n.o.body would need such a thing in particular.

It was really troublesome when it affected the whole countries.

”So, why this story is necessary for me? I mean, is it a good thing to know that story in the first place?” (Soma)

”Hmm? Of course not, you know? There are only several people in this country who know this story.” (Camilla)

”I am wondering why those people know about it, but my doubts overflowing about why would you let me know this…” (Soma)

”The reason I know this story is a secret, but the reason of me telling you this is simple. Your standpoint is more complicated than you think.” (Camilla)

”Hmm…?” (Soma)

In other words, that was ‘that’ kind of thing. (Redundant?)

Currently, Soma was not considered to exist.

However, no matter how denial the fact was, it couldn't be erased.

The troublesome matter was although Soma was considered non-existence, he was still here.

There were not few who thought that he was a hindrance, but there were some who probably thought that he was a great material to hold back from success.

But, the biggest problem here was not within the country, but outside the country.

”Because this country still has long way to go. If there is a big problem, that alone can cause fatalities.” (Camilla)

”Aah– I somehow understand that.” (Soma)

”Well, if I have to be indirect… you can choose who you want to be friends with.” (Camilla)

Literally speaking, the mixed nation, Radeus, was a nation where various races lived in.

Even if it wasn't in this neighborhood, it was possible to meet other races if one went to the capital.

However, there was only one exception.

There were those who weren't allowed to live in this country.