40 Episode 40 "Heo, Welcome the Serge" (1/2)

”I am here on behalf of Master Sylvia Kittle, the third daughter of Lord Kittle.

A man in armor said.

There were about twenty messengers from the Lord Keeper's territory. All of them are armed.

The one talking to us is a man who looks like a swordsman. He is tall and has a double-edged sword at his waist.

Next to him is an old man in a robe. He seems to be the one in charge, judging from the way he is responding to the swordsman's words.

We decided to meet the messenger outside the village.

It's not safe to let so many armed men inside the city walls.

We decided to let the messenger enter the village only after hearing his business first.

The receptionists were me and Haruka. Lisette and Yukino are in the back.

The location is outside the fields surrounding the village. Behind a wooden fence that was built to keep out animals.

Neither Haruka nor I have any weapons. Let's be friendly first.

I'm Haruka Karmilia, the village chief. This is my brother-in-law, Shoma Kiryu. My siblings and I are honored to be here in the presence of the emissary of the son of the renowned Grand Patriarch Kittle.

Haruka recited in one breath the greeting that Lysette had taught her.

”This is the frontier. We are subhuman. What business brings you to a place like this?

”Your head is high.

The man with the sword said.

”How dare a subhuman stand and greet the princess's messenger? Get on your knees. And be silent until I have finished.

”...... Um...

Haruka looked at me as if she was confused.

I guess he didn't expect me to be so uptight.

Before welcoming the messenger, we had a short talk with the village.

There had never been a messenger from the Kittle Patriarch in the frontier. So we have no idea what they want. If they're friendly, we'll be friendly. If the other side is arrogant, I'll just let them get on with it.

If the other side is so arrogant that we can't even talk to them...

In that case, I'll leave it to our king.

Lysette, Haruka, and the rest of the village all smiled and said.

No, I don't want to be left to my own devices.

”......, brother.

Haruka muttered.

I'm not going to kneel to anyone but you.

I'm not going to kneel to anyone but you.

I'm not going to kneel to anyone but you. She touches my hand lightly and we change players.

It's too early to give up, even though it's been less than three minutes since the messenger arrived.

...... can't help it.

Let's use the reality processing ability of an ex-worker here.

”To the messenger, sir.

I said.

On the other side of the fence, Lisette, Yukino, and the adults and children of the village are looking at me with concern.

Don't worry. I'm used to dealing with incomprehensible people in my old world.

Let's use the manual to deal with them.

This is the frontier. I'm sure the wise princess will understand that I don't have the courtesy of the center. Also, this place is under constant threat from demons, and it is the custom of the frontier to be ready to fight at a moment's notice. To kneel is to fear for your life. Therefore, I would like to talk about it.

For now, just say what you mean. For now, I'll keep it straight and try to be supportive.

I understand that you have come all this way because you have something important to say to our village. It would be impolite to proceed without seeing the face of the person who has come with such a mission. Therefore, even though it is the etiquette of the frontier, I think it would be best if I stand here and let you proceed. How?

That's about right.

I'm an ex-worker. I used to type greetings by e-mail. Also, I've changed jobs, so I'm good at saying things in a cocky way. I didn't think it would be useful in the other world, though.

”............ you're ...... amazing.

Haruka sighs next to me.

”......

On the other hand, the messenger man is gnashing his teeth.

He's reaching for the sword on his hip. ...... Hey, come on. You're not going to draw your sword here.

”That's enough, Dimms!

The old man next to the swordsman shouted.

You're going to pull your sword out here? If you can't talk straight, back off.

...... Tsk.

The man clicks his tongue and steps back.

The old man in the robe stepped forward instead.

”Excuse me. Even if you're dealing with a subhuman, you should at least be polite.

”......, I see.

”I am Master Sylvia Kittle's representative, and my name is Dougal.

The old man squared his chin and said his name.

”Thank you for your kind greeting...

You know that the Rikaku Order has been destroyed, right?

Ignoring my words, the old man said.

The other day, people from the village of Mawaru and the demon tribe brought the leader of the cult to the territory of the Great Patriarch. With the information of the leader, the army of the Grand Patriarch of Kittle was able to get behind the cult and destroy it. The story goes that a human man (・・・・・) from Hazama Village was instrumental in capturing the leader. That would be you, right?

”Well, ......?

I don't mind admitting it, but I'd rather not .......

It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for.

I'm not sure what to make of this.

”I'll give you a reward. The right to serve the princess.

I don't want it.

But behind the old man, the soldiers are shouting ”Oh”.

The old man is proud of his chest.

”Master Sylvia has a wide pool of talent. Besides, the Kittle family has produced several high-ranking officials of the dynasty in the past. Normally, you would have to wait three months for an interview, but you will be exempted from this requirement. I want you to pack your things and come immediately.

I refuse.

Furthermore, if you have any subhumans under your command, I order them to accompany you. At least ten men who can fight will be included in the princess's unit. You will be paid the same as a normal soldier, and the subhumans will receive 50% of the pay. That's all.

I said no, sir.

What are you talking about?

That's what I'm saying.

Now that the frontier's settled, why do I have to join someone else's army? That's ridiculous.

You came to the frontier for a reason, didn't you?

The white-haired old man said with an eerily gentle face.

The old man said with an eerily kind face, ”If you become my servant, Princess Sylvia will protect you. In exchange for fighting, she will forgive your sins. Not a bad deal, is it?

Oh, I see.

He thinks I committed a crime in the center and fled to the frontier.

He thinks I committed a crime in the center and fled to the frontier, so he can take me under his wing so I won't be punished.

...... You've made a terrible mistake.

”...... My brother.

Haruka is looking at me with concern.

I don't know what to do. I've already decided to refuse.

I just want to make sure I don't cause trouble for everyone in the village. They're related to the Lord Keeper, who has an army.

I'm sorry, but I'm going to have to decline.

I looked over at the old man and said.

I didn't want to sound pushy. He wasn't listening to me anyway.

It's a waste of time to have a long conversation with someone you can't understand.

I'm better off in the middle of nowhere.

”...... was a waste of time. Lord Dougal.

The swordsman from earlier shrugged his shoulders.

I told you there was no use for such an inferior species on the frontier.

”Shut up, Dimms. Do you dare question the princess's life?

She's been brought to this humble village. You've been brought to this humble village. You're bound to complain.

The swordsman struck the ground with the greatsword at his hip.

”This village. I'll take this village down by myself. As long as you give the order. So why don't you just take him?

That's ridiculous!

”...... the old man is right.

I said.

I'm getting tired of taking up so much of your time.

Haruka, Lisette and Haruka behind me, and the villagers seemed to be in the same mood. They all look as if they're grasping at straws.

”You can't bring down this village. You're not even a match for me.

”You...?

The old man, the soldiers, and the swordsman from earlier all shouted out.

”You!　What did you just say?

The swordsman put his hand on his double-edged greatsword and looked at me.

”You think I'm weaker than you?　Don't be silly!　I'm a swordsman approved by Princess Sylvia!

”Really? If that's the case, why don't you show me your skills with a sword?

I pointed to the wooden fence surrounding the field.

Can you chop down the trees on that fence?

What?

I said I'll bring down the village by myself. Can you do that?

You! You!　Do you think I'm stupid?

The man drew his greatsword and stepped forward.

The man drew his greatsword and stepped forward. He approached the fence surrounding the field and held it high.

You're kidding!　What's with this thin wooden stick?

”You'd better not. It'll damage your precious weapon.

Shut up!