Volume 12 Chapter 233 (1/2)

Chapter 233: Past grievances

Translator: Tseirp

We were maintaining a smooth and constant flight speed towards Ebiza.

I had already informed Lionel and the others that we would be staying the night at Ebiza.

I thought that they would be slightly angry since they had resolved themselves that much but they weren’t angry at all.

I was thankful for that.

“If we reached the Empire in this condition, we might be too hasty and end up committing a blunder.”

Lionel smiled as he replied and I could see that the sharp air he had in the morning had calmed down.

Ryina and Nanya exhaled breathes of relief and they talked with Dolan, Paula, and Rician about magic tools until we reached Ebiza.

“Estia, how is Ebiza like?”

“Ebiza? Let me see … when I was there, it was a land with plenty of ruffians.”

“Ruffians … it doesn’t sound like a town I would like to visit.”

“That’s true. But it is also a town with an implicit rule to cooperate and protect the town so as to not let soldiers who flow from the Empire and Kingdom do as they please.”

“It sounds like it is a town that no longer benefits from the protection of the Saint Schull Allied Nations. Your explanation gives me the impression that they are more familiar with fighting against fellow humans instead of monsters.”

“That impression is correct. The mercenaries and Adventurers dive into the labyrinth to level up and also learn to fight against other humans.”

“Did Estia train to fight against humans too?”

“No, I was active as a Healer for a time so … my combat techniques were trained by the Empire.”

“I see … returning to the previous topic, do you know if the labyrinth connects to the Empire?”

“Yes. It’s said that they are connected. I also escaped from the Empire through the labyrinth …”

“I see.”

I don’t know what kind of words should I say at times like this.

But in order to not let Estia who had a lonely smile on her face feel any more depressed, I asked her about the cuisine there and about the people who took care of her in Ebiza as I continued steering this s.h.i.+p.

When I stopped the Flying s.h.i.+p a distance away from Ebiza, I realized that the mercenaries and Adventurers were closing the entrance to Ebiza.

“They seem to be on guard.”

“Everyone contributes to defending this town after all.”

“You mentioned it just now. Nevertheless, we have to resupply there today.”

After the Flying s.h.i.+p came to a complete stop, I descended along with everyone and Lionel stored the Flying s.h.i.+p in his magic bag.

“I don’t wish to fight but please incapacitate them if they attack. Please try your best to not kill anybody if possible.”

“Luciel-sama, can I attempt to persuade them?”

It’s rare that Estia would volunteer for something on her own.

Maybe the feelings she has for the town is quite considerable.

Perhaps it is similar to how I feel towards Meratoni.

“Are you confident in dissolving their wariness?”

“Yes.”

I left it to Estia since she nodded without hesitation.

“Then I’ll leave it to Estia but I can’t let you go alone. Can someone accompany her?”

“Then I’ll go.”

“I’ll go too.”

Nadia and Lydia voiced their intent so I left it to them.

“Then, please go ahead. We’ll accompany you all until a distance where we can rush over immediately if needed.”

“Thank you.”

Estia thanked me and led the way towards the town of Ebiza.

We stopped about 50 meters from the town while Estia and the two of them proceeded forward.

I muttered while staring at their backs.

“It somewhat feels like I’m sending them out to danger, I hate this.”

“It would feel much better to go ourselves. I also hate this feeling.”

Lionel answered my murmurings as he kept his eye on Estia and the others.

“Don’t tell me you were always at the front lines because you don’t like this?”

“It’s one of the reasons.”

That’s … just like Lionel.

“By the way, apparently the labyrinth connects to the Empire but did you know about it?”

“Yes, I’ve heard of it. I’ve never been there but it’s recognized as a place to level up if you wish to become a Knight.”

“Does the Empire have any other labyrinths?”

“No, the Empire is originally a small country so I don’t recall any other labyrinths.”

That means the labyrinth Estia spoke of is the one where there is a dragon sealed within.

Well, there’s no rush but I will probably have to come here to release it someday.

While I was lost in thought, I heard cheering.

When I looked in the direction of the cheers, I saw stern looking Adventurers with unbecoming smiles on their faces in a welcoming mood as they surrounded Estia and the others.

” … Looks like it went well.”

“Seems that way.”

I felt relieved knowing that my worries were unfounded.

When we approached after getting Estia’s cue, the faces looking at us gradually turned grim so I had a feeling that I’ll be embroiled in something troublesome.

“Luciel-sama, everyone is extremely happy for your visit.”