245 243. Things that are ahead of time.txt (2/2)

Oh, with your sister?　Sounds a bit nostalgic: ......!

It's not just the strength of mind that Snow has grown into.

I finally realize that he's also improving his pampering skills.

Snow uses his keen eyes to read Titty's facial expressions and makes the most appropriate requests. As a result, Titi's weaknesses have been successfully exploited and she looks like an old lady with her grandson in front of her.

I'm not sure what to do. I don't have a choice.

'Really?　Thank you!

'Mmm!　Let's start rooting for Snow today!　The marriage of Kanamin and Snow, this boy will help you!

'Oh, sister, you're so generous!　Large vessel!　You really do look like a king!　Yeah, my king!　King, hooray, hooray!

Snow went on to agitate Titi, but there was a bit of a problem with his words.

'Long live the king ......?　Ugh ......!

Titi is provoked by the trauma and holds her head in her hands. Snow, unsure of the cause of the trauma, says, ”King, you're okay! He shakes his shoulder.

Seeing that, I know that Snow is growing fast, but the parts that don't change don't change.

It's strange and nostalgic to see Snow like this, who seems to be doing well but is actually going in the wrong direction.

'Snow, please stop calling Titi the king. I'm traumatized by being called that.

Yeah, I'm sorry!

Immediately Snow apologized, and Titi smiled, greasy sweat dripping down her forehead.

No, he'll be fine. You're in good company, little sister!　Let's get you back in the mood and talk about a lot more stuff!

Yeah. I'd like to talk to Titi too. But the thing I'm most interested in right now is that 'thousand years ago' story I mentioned earlier. I'd love to hear more about it.

With a sharp look, Snow urged me to speak.

'You're talking about a thousand years ago: ....... It's a long story, and this story is honestly--'

The battle of a thousand years ago is a matter for me and the 'stealers of reason'. I'm a little unsure if it's okay to involve someone who has no ties to the past. But that hesitation is cut off by Titi.

'It is true that it is uncomfortable to involve modern humans in a feud from a thousand years ago. However, I think it would be best for you to tell your comrades who will be fighting against the Apostle Sith.

You do. Snow, listen to me. I need you to save my siblings and me--

To the best of my knowledge, I started talking about a thousand years ago - and asking for help.

The memories I remember are of the days I spent with Apostle Sith, Saint Tiara, and my sister Yotaki. After that, Yotaki became a monster due to a mistake made by Apostle Sis, and the story of how Saint Tiara saved me from continuing to fight in desperation. It was told slowly and carefully, with Titi supplementing it.

The story is so ridiculous that anyone living today would probably laugh at it. After all, he denies the legends of the continent, and on top of that, he claims that he is the founder of the main characters. If you talk to a believer in the Levantine religion, you could be stabbed with a knife in a fit of rage.

Snow, however, accepted it easily.

The legend of a thousand years ago is like a fairy tale to Snow. It seems that whether I was there a thousand years ago or not, it doesn't really matter. When I told him that I was summoned from the world a thousand years ago, he replied, ”Hmmm, is that so? It could be Kanami.” That's all she said. It seems that the only thing that matters to her is me in front of her now.

Perhaps the same reaction might be true around Maria.

Only Dia and Rustyala have a connection to a thousand years ago. I'm sure you'll be able to find a way to make the most of it.

--The story of that thousand years ago will continue into the night.

I'm not so sure I've told you Titi's story in the meantime. Snow's reaction to my story was indifferent, but she was quite involved in Titty's story.

The two of them continued to comfort and play with each other endlessly throughout the evening, even after dinner.

Thus, the night went on as the party was united.

The first day on the mainland passes.

With the return of a companion named Snow, the anxiety in the party was gone.

Happy that the trip is going well, I fall asleep in the corner of Snow's room with Snow and Titi's voice as a lullaby.

◆◆◆◆◆ ...

--the next morning.

He wakes Snow and Titi, who have been sleeping in one bed, and tells them he's leaving the cork soon. It's not a rushed trip, but that doesn't mean they should waste any time.

He gets them both sleepy from being up late and gets them ready to leave right away.

However, before I left Snow's room, I sensed that the 《Dimension》 had someone hanging around outside the door. While greeting that person, I exit Snow's room.

''Err, good morning.''

Outside the room was Chloe, her brow wrinkled. From the way she looked, I could tell she had been waiting here for a long time.

After glaring at me for a moment, Chloe-san comes over to me and starts to blend in.

”--What do you mean, 'Good morning'?　You ended up staying in Lady Snow's room!　Shady!　What in the world were you doing in Master Snow's room!　I heard voices late into the night!

...... I swear to God I didn't do anything. I was just telling an old story.

'If you just want to talk about the old days, you can do it elsewhere!　Why did you pay people off!

I insist that I'm not guilty, but Chloe doesn't trust me at all.

I realize early on that it's useless to make excuses for something I don't want to hear here, so I'm at a loss for an answer. Then Snow, who can't bear to see that, intervenes.

'Please, Chloe ....... Don't blame Kanami. It's all I asked for ....... Ehehe.

Snow responded with a make-believe smile in an attempt to get him to calm down, but of course it added fuel to the fire.

''Isn't this the same as yesterday's Kounel-sama!　Heroic Kanami--this, you pervert!

At last, I'm going to be called out for cursing.

Indeed, from her point of view, it looks like a lot of women are changing rapidly because of me. It's also quite unnatural.

'I'm sorry. I didn't mean to do that. ......'

'You don't owe me an apology!　But more importantly, please get out of this cork right now!　You'll ruin Master Snow's life if you're around!

...... I will be gone again today. However, we will take Snow, who resigned as acting commander-in-chief, as it was written on yesterday's introductory paper, with us.

No, you can't do that!　Lady Snow is our Lady Snow!　You can't do that!　I don't believe it!　What an indefinite leave of absence!　Isn't that crazy?　Such a resignation!

Chloe had the example resignation letter in her hand. Then she clutched it, revealing her anger.

'But it's real. I don't mind having it checked.

'It was probably obtained by seducing the Hoozeyer's princess, anyway!　That's why I say it's disreputable!

When I insisted that it was real, the accusations of character now flew in.

No matter how calmly I spoke to him, he didn't seem to be convinced at all. I'm troubled by the thought that talking seriously like this will only delay my departure.

I'm not sure if Titi senses this is a problem or not, but she takes my arm in hers and tries to push me forward.

It's a hassle. Kanamin, all you have to do is stick your hand in his chest and you'll get one shot.　Here, do it.

You mean Distance Mute?　You can't do this without consent, you idiot. Also, don't talk weird. You'll get it wrong: ......!

He urges me to use magic to connect my mind, but with the events at Hoozeyer's Cathedral fresh in my mind, I refuse to do so.

'Do you plan to touch my breasts if I have your consent ......!　I knew it!

Chloe covered her own breasts with her arms and stepped back.

'I knew it: ......'

My image of myself in Chloe's mind is already in tatters.

I may never get it back.

'No matter what you do to me, I will not recognize you!　Even as the second-in-command in charge of the city of Cork, I would never back down!　Once Master Snow is gone, it is certain that the 'Northern League' will use that as an opportunity to attack us!　Currently, most of the naval battles in The Boundary War are like the ones that Master Snow has in his power!　Lord Snow is exactly what we need here!　If I'm gone now, every balance will be thrown off!　For the sake of the country, but also for the sake of the world!　I will never let you through!

Immediately, Chloe stepped forward and stood in front of me, taking a step back.

There was a glimpse of pride as one of the military members defending our country.

The first to react to that pride was Titi. I could tell by the look on her face that she was thinking about her words.

'I was weak when you told me that much ....... I said I didn't want to mess with it in this day and age, but it's no use. It's a good idea to make sure that you have a good time. Let me show you what Snow is doing now.

You're looking for Master Snow's work?　Even a wizard as good as you can't solve this problem. Master Snow's job is to protect this place and unite the people in case the 'North' attacks.

I see. I've got a pretty good idea. Then let's let the child go to the battlefield for a bit and disable this 'Northern League' thing. Then there will be no problem.

What?

The outrageousness of the story surprised Chloe and left her speechless.

Titty was about to go on a tour de force. From the way she looked at him, it was clear that she was going to take Snow out no matter what. Maybe she doesn't like the state of this fort's dependence on Snow.

''Titi!''

I stop myself from yelling. Because I know from Titi's time as king, I know she'll do what she says she's going to do.

”Don't worry about it, Kanamin. I'm just going to go and cripple the Commander-in-Chief over there for a bit. The point is that both generals should be eliminated on an equal footing. The war will automatically stop functioning for a little while. Isn't that simple enough?

Titi speaks in great seriousness.

Chloe can tell that he's serious about proposing that joke, and her voice shakes.

'That's such a stupid thing to do ....... No, even if you could do it, it would still be ......

Then if we disrupt their front line, will you be satisfied then?

That's not the point!　I just don't like the idea of Lady Snow leaving for the man's own reasons!　Master Snow's power cannot be used for the convenience of just one person!

”You really like Snow's power: ....... But if you don't agree with this, then the child will have no choice but to annihilate all of them and take Snow with him. ......

'There and there': ......!　Such a thing: ......

Titi calmly gives a solution. But all of them are so outlandish that Chloe's thoughts are not able to keep up with them.

At last Chloe lost her voice and nearly folded her knees, and Titty scratched her head.

' ...... Mmm. ...... I was teasing you too much. I'm sorry, I think I got a little carried away.

He may have wanted to tell her in a distant way not to rely on the mighty power of an individual because it's not a good thing, but Chloe's heart broke before she could come to that conclusion.

Just being under the pressure of a guardian (guardian) would have made an ordinary person faint. Rather, it's the one who held on so well.

Titty makes an apologetic face and tells the rest of the story.

'Oh, it's Chloe. You really needn't worry. After all, in a few days, the North will fall apart. The leader of the Northern Alliance, the 'Lord who rules', will be gone. And the manipulation of the id in the background will also disappear. By the hands of the children.

And I had no choice but to reveal the purpose of our journey.

'The 'King of Governing' (Lord) of the 'Northern League' disappears ......?　S-, what does that mean ......?

The head of the Confederation, Rustyala Fuzzyaz, has instructed me to take Snow along with me on this assassination mission. The head of the Confederation, Rustyala Hoozeyars, the current god of humanity, has instructed that Snow should accompany the assassination plan. It's a strengthening of the war effort by adding ”hero” to ”hero”. I don't think it's right for a member of the military to disagree with that decision, do you?

'That's not what I'm talking about ......, I haven't heard that ......'

Titty tries to round it off with a suitable made-up story.

Chloe's voice, which was getting a little weaker and weaker, was followed next by Snow.

'I'm sorry, Chloe. I'm going to go.

Mr. Snow: ”Mr. Snow: ......

Yesterday I said some crazy shit, but I'm calm and collected.

He held Chloe's sinking shoulders and tried to convince her to get on with the story Titi had just made up.

'I believe that going north with Kanami here is a winning path for the 'Confederacy'. Of course, I have a desire to stay with Kanami myself.

Admonished by the esteemed Snow, Chloe bites her lip and comes to terms with reality.

But not yet. Chloe is still grabbing the hem of Snow's clothes, trying to hold her back.

Words are thrown from Snow to break it off.

'I know Chloe has high hopes for me. But I'm sorry. I can't live up to that. ...... I want to be with Kanami, just like Chloe wants to be with me ....... So let me go.

...... Yes, it's like .......

Chloe couldn't deny those words.

She turns her face down and slowly releases the hem and moves away from us.

Titi and I watch it. --We see that 'one ideal'.

And then Chloe stares at me again, just as she did at the beginning. But the next words are much different.

'Kanami-sama!　If you make Lady Snow cry, I will never forgive you!　Just remember that!

”...... um, yeah. Okay. I'll make sure I remember that.

I promise you, Chloe.

That means another member of the Snow fan club. I quickly made a cheap promise on the spur of the moment, thinking it would be the same as before.

When Chloe sees that I've agreed, she lets out a deep sigh for once and goes to check our travel arrangements.

'...... There's no way around it. I'll get your carriages ready for you all now. The carriage is fine, right?

For a while, I wondered what would happen, but thanks to Titi and Snow, it seems that my persuasion was successful. Having her from the 'Southern League' on our side, the journey ahead will definitely be easier.

''Thank you. I was just wondering what we should do about the overland route from here.''

We'll make all the arrangements for you so you don't have to deal with any problems along the way. I'll also give you the map we use here. As I recall, you're planning to head from 'Cork' to 'Daryl', right?

Yes, I'm thinking of going into the 'viasia' north of there.

'Then it's best to follow the mountain range to the north. As for directions--

Chloe is a capable one, as long as she can shake off the snow.

It all went very quickly, and within an hour, our carriage was ready outside the fort for us to use.

Inside the carriage was everything we could possibly need for our journey. If you look closely, you can see that my personal belongings from the ”Living Legend” are also inside.

Then, before leaving, Snow and Chloe said their goodbyes.

”-- Thank you, Chloe. Take care of the rest. ......

'No. I've been selfish and I've annoyed you all with my selfishness. ...... Let me take care of the details of the procedure. Lady Snow should depart without gloom.

Yeah, I'm going.

Titi watched the farewell with a more serious expression than anyone else.

She was standing next to me, staring at the two of us intently.

The emotions in her heart must be complicated. Even though she knows in her head that nothing is the same, there's a good chance that she's overlapping her past self with Snow.

Titi looks a little more mature than usual as she watches in silence, reflecting on her earlier statement. Even though she is a dead guardian (Guardian), she seems to have grown up somehow.

Thus, we depart from ”Cork” towards the rumored ”Second Maze City Daryl” in the center of the mainland. If we pick up Maria, who will be there, ”Vyasia” to the north is just around the corner. Although there are several battlefields in between, my magic should allow me to pass through them without a problem.

Of course, there's no guarantee that the idols are in Vyssia. I'm sure you've got a good idea of what to expect.

I had a feeling that the current Viaisia is the end of the road for the return trip.

On this 'way home', Titi is finding all sorts of things.

At the end of it all, I started the carriage out, a little curious about what Titi would tell Aide .......