Chapter 32 - Fiminan Day One (1/2)
“Amazing! It’s very lively, isn’t it?”
“Uwaaaa—–hhhh!!”
Standing in front of the main street, Mars, whose eyes were shining, and Akari, excitedly cried out at the sight of the lively crowd.
The stalls lining up the streets were constantly calling out to customers, while the people passing by were full of smiles.
“Following the Royal Capital and Manrinia, Fiminan is the largest city in the Kingdom of Rideiran.”
“Counting the previous purification, there are only 2 places left of the tainted lands. First, we will go to a village called Fuyune, which is located in the southernmost part of the continent, and after purifying it, we will be heading to the harbor town Manrinia last. Fuyune and Manrinia are separated by a huge distance, and there are only small villages along the way, so we will be doing the final procurement of goods here in Fiminan. We will also change the horses pulling the carriage, so we will be staying here until the day after tomorrow in consideration of the time it takes to procure supplies.”
“Heeey, Yuto, look!! This is so cute!!”
“You’re right. It looks good on Akari.”
“Really?”
“…………”
Syltina stared daggers at the free-spirited Akari, who ignored Tedla and Syltina’s explanations.
“Ahh, bear with it, Sylti.”
“I know.”
“If you know, then, let’s leave the sword alone, hmm?”
“You’re right.”
Alhart used a convincing smile as he tried to persuade Syltina, but it took her 5 minutes to let go of the sword.
“For the time being, you can act at your own discretion, but please make sure that Al, Kuro, or I must always be by the Saintess’ side before she goes exploring.”
“Why? Won’t it be fine with just Yuto?”
“We are your escorts. Even if Yuto-san is around, it doesn’t mean we can just leave your side……. Oh, whatever. Don’t mind it, we’ll just follow after you.”
Syltina, who gave up trying to explain politely, sighed and said, haphazardly.
“Then, today I’ll be the one tailing the Saintess, so I’ll count on Sylti to take care of the horses and the lodging.”
“Okay. Kuro, go along with the Saintess, too.”
“Understood.”
Quickly deciding everyone’s tasks, Syltina sat on the driver’s seat of the horse-drawn carriage.
“Ah, umm, is it alright if I go together with Syltina-sama?”
“By all means. Then, let’s meet around here at noon.”
“Sure.”
By dividing them in such a way, all the members were able to spend the time as they pleased.
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“……Hey!”
“……”
“Hey!!”
“……”
“Hey!! You there!! Alhart Roulans!!”
“Ah, Prince-sama, were you calling me? Did you need anything?”
“How many times do you think I’ve been calling you!? Are your ears only for show!?”
“That’s mean, Prince-sama. My name isn’t ‘hey’, you know? If you’re going to call me, call my name as you did earlier.”
“This b—!!!”
Glancing at Frackt, who angrily held a fist in front of him, Alhart shrugged and started walking again.
“Wait!! I’m not done talking yet!!”
“Ehhh, what a pain! I’ll give you a moment, then.”
“……What are you aiming for?”
“…………Heeeh?”
Alhart stopped and turned to look back at Frackt whose voice had dropped menacingly, as he asked.
“Why are you asking such a thing, Prince-sama?”
“…… I just remembered. When you took on the quest, you didn’t discuss the reward with Father. Why is that?”
“I’m surprised. Once you start thinking straight, you become quite reliable, after all.”
“Don’t dodge the question!!”
Alhart acts unnaturally surprised as Frackt closes the distance between them.
“You’re both strange monsters!! What the hell are you planning!?”
“Haha…… monsters, huh.”
Narrowing his eyes at Frackt’s accusation, Alhart smiles and leans forward.