Chapter 26 (1/2)

A Girl and A Demon

”Well then, everyone. I've kept you waiting so long. As one of the Demon Heavenly Generals, I will tell you about the initiation of the plan throughout this time today.” (??)

The talk was greeted with silence.

No one even spoke a word, and the man's voice just resounded in the darkness.

However, it wasn't caused by negative feelings such as anger.

It was the opposite.

They were doing their best to suppress their bodies that were about to tremble because of overflowing joy.

”Is that so? Finally, huh?” (??)

In the end, someone said something, but after all, that person was slightly trembling.

While the face was hidden under the hood, the only part exposed was the mouth, but he didn't try to hide that slacken mouth.

But that man didn't mean to say anything.

That includes those who sat on the opposite site, but it was natural to have such reactions.

Therefore, the man was satisfied with it, and that was why he also felt grateful from the bottom of his heart.

”Yes. Finally. …Please forgive me. If all goes well, rather than the initiation of the plan, I I should have told you that the plan was accomplished.” (??)

”…No, as for that, it can't be helped to be told that. Everyone here understands that. Wouldn't it better to make a plan that is perfect?” (??)

”…Yes. Although the plan could have smoothly progressed if that person obediently followed it, there was a possibility that the quality was insufficient at that time.” (??)

However, there was no need to worry in regard of the quality.

Even the original condition had no shortcomings.

If he cultivated the feeling of fear, that person would be a perfect sacrifice.

Actually, it was alright to force that person as it was.

However, it wasn't possible to kill, and there was a possibility of killing that person in confinement.

There was no other way than to put everything in place and put the plan into practice.

When that was considered, it could be said that it wasn't necessary to proceed with the plan last week, but… well, that man was a man in a hurry.

He gave a small cough as if he was ashamed of his own immaturity.

However, it was certain that the time for their dearest wishes was approaching soon.

As the man nodded just to make sure, he stood up.

”Now… I think I will head over there soon.” (??)

”Oh, is it already?” (??)

”Please forgive me… to be honest, I can't wait.” (??)

”Indeed… our feelings are also the same.” (??)

Smiles leaked from everyone's mouth because of that word, but that didn't change the overall mood.

But, given the circ.u.mstances, the mood was justified.

The man also smiled to respond to everyone else, and he lowered his head.

And…

”Well then, I will bring that person here. After that, I leave the rest to you all.” (??)

”Hmm, we will entrust you the matter over there, and you can entrust the matter here to us.” (??)

”Yes. Everything is for the sake of the Demon King.” (??)

”For the sake of the Demon King!” (??)

After that, they all left the spot.

—

Aina was sitting by herself under the sunlight filtered through the trees without doing anything.

She didn't look anywhere. In fact, she was having an irritated expression.

Anyway, she wasn't going to do anything. (Repet.i.tion)

She was simply having free time until Soma came here.

”…Haaa. I'm really free, huh.” (Aina)

She tried to talk, but of course, that didn't improve the situation.

Aina looked at that spot, but there were only the usual trees there.

She unexpectedly leaked a sigh because of the view where not a single person could be seen.

Originally, the time when Soma was supposed to come had pa.s.sed long ago.

In fact, that wasn't unexpected.

She heard about it from Soma yesterday that he would come 30 minutes later today.

Nevertheless, Aina came here at the usual time… well, it was her usual habit.

Although she was listening to herself, but those words just came out as usual.

”…Hmm, who am I talking to?” (Aina)

Incidentally, she had a bitter smile when she thought of it.

It was a feeling that was making excuse to anyone.

Instead of giving excuse, the reason she was here… and remained here was because of 'that'.

And then, something happened when Aina was thinking how to spend the time.

”…Don't move!” (??)

”…Eh?” (Aina)

There was no presence.

However, she suddenly felt that there was something struck at the back of the head.

She didn't know what that was.

It could be something pointy from the feel.

But, that wasn't the reason why Aina was confused shortly after that.

She clearly remembered the voice heard.

She heard it last week as well–

”Uhmm… is that you, Lina-san?” (Aina)

”Yes, we meet again.” (Lina)

Aina exhaled a breath of relief with that. Rather than being mistaken by Lina, that was a proper response.

Well, the voice was unusually tough. Although she was concerned about it… the situation was good for the time being.

More importantly, Aina had something to say.

”I am… surprised with that, so I don't want you to do this thing often, alright? On the contrary, aren't you supposed to come tomorrow, Lina-san?” (Aina)

”Originally, that is true, but I want to surprise my Nii-sama for a bit. Well, Nii-sama is for some reason hasn't come yet, but… oh well. This is convenient.” (Lina)

”Convenient, you say… do you mean to surprise me? Well, I was certainly surprised, but even if that was a joke, wasn't it a bad taste?” (Aina)

”… Joke? Why this is a joke? Do you think so?” (Lina)

”…Eh?” (Aina)

No, Aina thought that she was right.

It was a joke.

It must be a joke.

Why would Lina do such a thing–

”Do you think it is weird to point a weapon at Demons?” (Lina)

”…” (Aina)

At the moment, her breathing stopped.

She became settled down because she understood that was the reason.

It was foolish to ask when Lina noticed the fact.

In the first place, it would be weird if one not noticed it.

And Aina also had no plan to hide it.

That was the truth.

She intended to answer if she was asked, but since they didn't ask her, she didn't say it.

Of course, Aina didn't want to say it.

Because of this situation, Aina relaxed her body.

She thought that it couldn't be helped and it was pointless to resist Lina.

But, if possible, Soma–

”…Haaa. My goodness, you are really defenseless.” (Lina)

”…Eh?” (Aina)