50 "New chapter, new development, new facts, new characters" (2/2)

I didn't realize that the guy who used to stay at my house so often and visit me even when there was nothing else going on was such a big hero!

”Huh?　Could it be that Kyou-sama did not know?　I thought I already knew.

Fitis, you too!　I didn't think I was the only one who didn't know.

Someone puts a hand on my shoulder.

Don't worry. Brother. I didn't know.

Yeah, I know. Jack: ”Uh, anyway, I understand most of what you're asking.

Uh, I understand most of your request anyway. The bottom line is that the battle with the Demon King's army is in trouble right now, and you want our Lily's strength, is that right?

”Well, you will.

Then we can help you fight off the Demon King's army and he'll give you the seeds, right?

If that's the case, I'll give it to you. But defeating the demon king's army is not going to be easy. Do you have a plan?

Yes, if you can get into a situation where you can negotiate directly with the Demon King, maybe you can make it work.

I'm not only a war hero, but everyone here is wide eyed in surprise at my words.

Well, that's right. It's a crazy idea to negotiate with the demon king.

But we have more than a little idea.

I knew it was a good idea to follow my father's advice and come here first.

I see. You're an interesting man. If you're going to bring the demon king to the bargaining table, at least one of his entourage, one of the Four Heavenly Kings, would have to be killed on the battlefield. I hear the demon king will emerge from the depths of the castle when his inner circle is down. Can we talk then, I don't know if we can negotiate or not?

No problem. As long as the Demon King shows himself, I'll take care of the rest.

I'm sure you'll be able to find a way to make the most of your time with the help of the team.

I'm not going to be able to get it right. The four heavenly kings under the demon king are all S-rank demons. It's so hard to defeat them, but you can easily say that.

But you can do it, can't you?

In the past, this guy has successfully defeated an S-ranked demon, Leviathan, which could be called my recklessness.

As if in response to my trust, Lily smiles too.

It's good. Then I'll kill one of the Four Heavenly Kings for you. But after that I'll leave the negotiations to you, Kyou.

I'm not sure if I'm going to be able to get my hands on the prize.

Did you say 'All right. Did you say growers?　I like you too!　When this battle is over, I'll be given this ”war hero”, Amanes, along with your Lily.

”I decline.

My voice and Lily's voice hummed beautifully, and here's the deal.