Chapter 166 (2/2)

She said without any strength in her voice

“Yes! Because of my impudence, Lilith-sama has also fainted” (Vale)

“…… Is that…… so That child has heard as well huh……“ (Maris)

“I deeply apologise, there is no excuse for what I did! As for my punishment……” (Vale)

“No, it’s fine” (Maris)

“……?” (Vale)

Vale believed that he was the cause of Lilith’s’ collapse Thus, he was surprised when Maris forgave hi punishment for his actions

“That child is that h the result of that knowledge left pain in her heart, you did nothing wrong So please stop worrying about such things” (Maris)

“The, then…” (Vale)

“It’s that child’s responsibility to overcoer than I am She will surely find the correct answer” (Maris)

“Ha, haa……” (Vale)

“More importantly, we must discuss what lies ahead This country has becoe the country We have no idea when the other countries ht attack” (Maris)

That much was obvious Certainly it could be said that the country was currently in great tur, as the pillar of support for the country, had disappeared The heroes, the hope of the country’s citizens, failed to return as well Moreover, most of the army’s commanders were lost

Now, the country’s war potential had become remarkably small Rumors were abound between the citizens as anxiety settled in If this situation were to continue, the other countries ht take this opportunity and invade

That hy there was a need for soether Normally, it would be Queen Maris or First Princess Lilith ould unite everyone However, their current state prevented the so

Furtheranize everyone

“How frustrating”, Vale thought He didn’t have the sufficient charisma to attract people in such a way He himself are of that fact

As Vale orrying about what to do,

“Is it alright if I rely on you? I think that you, who should be well known ast the soldiers, would be more capable than I am (Maris)

As Maris asked hietic expression

“N-no… I cannot simply…”(Vale)

“Is…… that so? Lilith also made a similar face……” (Maris)

As she smiled bitterly, Vale felt that Maris did not want to suffer the repercussions of their country’s actions even though she was the Queen He thought that this person as supposed to succeed the king, even for just an instant, should stand up and govern the country, no matter how harsh the circumstances may be

Moreover, Lilith was Lilith Although he could understand her position, he felt that her heart was too weak With the current situation, he thought that she would show more resolution

“However, it is as expected; if the Queen that supports the country was soreater than myself, the citizens of the country would have peace of mind……” (Maris)

“……I suppose……” (Vale)

At that tiazed at Vale who looked like he had suddenly realised so

“What?” (Maris)

“N, no…… I, it’s just that, I know of someone who can lead us in this situation” (Vale)

“You know…… someone?” (Maris)

“Yes” (Vale)

“……Is that person trustworthy?” (Maris)

“It is someone you know” (Vale)

At his words, Maris’ eyes widened as she realised who he was talking about

“Bu, but that person shouldn’t be able to coht?” (Maris)

“No, that great person can That person can’t shut up about this country’s affairs It’s just a hunch, but soon……” (Vale)

Just then, one of theinto her ear Then, with medicine in hand and a smile she said,

“Speak of the devil and he shall appear” (Maris)

“Cou, could it be, my Queen?” (Vale)

“Yes, that person is right outside this room He has my permission to enter” (Maris)

At her words, the azed towards it

And at the appearance of that person, both of their faces showed expressions of relief

“Please excuse my intrusion Nn? What, Vale is here as well?” (???)

That person was Judom Lankars, the Guild Master