Vol 12 Epilogue (2/2)
”Perseus slain!?”
”Indeed. The 'Arrowhead' is the divine child's blade which stands equal to
the Divine Sword of Salvation. A blade that shall one day tear you apart
and bring forth destruction to the land. For the sake of the soon impending
day of battle, please bear this firmly in mind.”
The princess bowed her head deeply. G.o.dou expressed understanding.
Indeed, this should be a warning of the ”King of the End,” the strongest
[Steel].
”Very well, I will try my best to remember this, to suddenly beware of a guy
whom I've never even seen before. But then again, won't I forget
everything in the end once I wake from the dream, just as always?”
G.o.dou's question for confirmation caused the princess to suddenly smile
and answer cheerfully.
”Please rest a.s.sured. Even if you were to forget the words, your ferocious
soul shall never forget any precautions related to battle — Moreover, this
applies even more to Kusanagi-sama's words compared to mine.”
”So this is really a warning?”
”No, you are simply being informed of a premonition. However, perhaps
something unexpected may happen?”
At some point in time, the Princess of Gla.s.s had started gazing gently at
G.o.dou.
Her word choice also s.h.i.+fted subtly, showing slightly more affection.
”The inevitable encounter with the arriving 'Arrowhead' will undoubtedly
prove to be a threat. However, ill fate is not everything it entails. Although it
is not a certain G.o.ddess' box, when all disasters are over, hope will surely
appear.”
”Hope huh.”
Watching G.o.dou's face as he muttered to himself, the princess nodded.
”Fufu, among all G.o.d-slayers in history, your att.i.tude towards power is
especially free and unfettered. Perhaps because of that, you might obtain
power instead. I — once known in the past as... The G.o.ddess' Daughter,
pray for your victorious fortune in battle, Kusanagi-sama!”
The Princess of Gla.s.s smiled as she spoke these words.
Unfortunately, G.o.dou did not catch her words clearly because his
consciousness was rapidly getting hazy.
As he gradually woke up from the dream, surely early Christmas morning
was arriving. After waking up, memories of this unexpected gift would
surely vanish.
Be that as it may, G.o.dou thanked from the bottom of his heart this modest
gift delivered by these female acquaintances.
Afterword
This series has finally reached the publication of its twelfth volume.
The story that began in spring has finally reached winter, while the
interpersonal relations between characters are approaching completion.
Furthermore, in accordance to the current volume's theme of the ”winter
festival,” it would be great if everyone could enjoy the story... And ignore
the fact that the actual season differs rather substantially from the
publis.h.i.+ng date (wry laugh).
Also, that particular exalted person makes a long-awaited reappearance.
Within the story, she mentioned she had defeated a certain G.o.d in the
past. At the time, she acquired an authority conferring strategic and Feng
Shui properties, thereby ”ma.s.sively raising the agricultural productivity and
economic power of the town where she resides.” So long as she remains
present at a location, the shocking truth is that the city will develop without
hindrance!
Were she a feudal lord or general in an SLG simulation game, this would
definitely be considered cheating. ”Possessing greatness beyond all
emperors” is something only a person like her could boast.
Oh, by the way, this ability does not activate without a minimum threshold
population. Hence, it is completely useless at her current residence (deep
in an uninhabited mountain)...
Well then, the TV anime gradually approaches with the pa.s.sage of time.
Production is going smoothly! ...I am praying for the best while I work on
promotional activities (laughs). Broadcasting is set to begin July on various
channels including Tokyo MX, Sun TV, TV Aichi, BS1 1 and AT-X.
The PV has already been released to the public at the promotional event
as well as the anime website.
Whether or not it is due to author bias, I think that everyone will definitely
look forward to the anime once you watch the PV, so please show your
support and check it out everyone.
The next volume is scheduled for release during the summer. However,
the storyline is still set in midwinter.
That said, since it is the summer season after all, missing out on oceans,
swimming pools and similar settings and the various naturally
accompanying outfits would be too much of a shame.
Hence, I've come up with a story idea that allows summer and winter fun to
be enjoyed simultaneously. If possible, please look forward to the arrival of
the vacation story in the next volume.
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