Published: July 5, 2025
"By the way, you were fighting in the cafeteria as well. I must express my gratitude to the church members who protected me."
"No, your excellency the head of state, please don't worry about it."
Ramun Fess showed his appreciation, and Graham responded with a smile.
However, the content of their conversation was a bit strange... both Ryo and Abel noticed this.
((Did Ramun Fess just mention something about Graham's fight in the cafeteria earlier?))
((He did. But it seems he doesn't remember it now.))
((Wait... could it be...?))
((He might have had his memory erased.))
Since both Ryo and Abel would be troubled if they were overheard even a little, they communicated through the 'echo of the soul.'
Ryo quietly glanced at Graham, moving only his eyes.
Yes, as if looking at something truly terrifying.
((Is it that 'holy smoke' thing?))
((I don't know, but... he's the former inquisitor general, right? It must be some kind of technique.))
((Terrifying...))
((Ramun Fess must have overheard information that should not have been heard during the battle.))
((Even so, erasing memories without permission...))
((It's certainly not a good thing, but... it's better than killing for complete silence, I suppose.))
((Ah, yes.))
Ryo accepted Abel's words.
Yes, having some memories erased is better than being killed...
((The Western Church is indeed a terrifying place.))
((There's no doubt about that.))
The conclusion drawn by the two was the same.
Ramun Fess mounted his horse from the church.
"Since I've fully recovered, I can walk just fine, you know?"
"That's not acceptable. You've only just woken up."
Chigoi firmly rejected Ramun Fess's words.
In the end, without much resistance, Ramun Fess mounted the prepared horse.
By the way, it was only a horse prepared for Ramun Fess.
Chigoi, of course, was on foot.
Graham and the others were also on foot.
The Naitorei Kingdom's party was also on foot...
"It's really only for someone recovering from illness."
"Well, a battle is about to break out, after all."
Ryo and Abel were whispering to each other.
"If Abel wishes, I believe Nils could substitute for the horse..."
"Of course! If it is what your majesty desires!"
"Yeah, I don't desire that."
Ryo suggested, Nils boarded, and Abel did not.
Eto and Amon shook their heads slightly, and Scotty also shook his head.
It seemed that being around his majesty the king was quite taxing.
"I see, Abel dislikes using people as if they were horses."
"Of course."
"In that case, I'll prepare a cart for Abel using the 'cart' spell. Please, ride that."
"No, I'll pass."
"Huh? Why not? It's not like you'll be riding on a person, so it won't look bad."
"That thing sparkles too much and stands out."
Abel did not like standing out too much.
If it meant bringing joy or unity to the people by behaving as a king during a ceremony, he would gladly take a prominent position, but this time it was different.
The main character was Ramun Fess, and the people and soldiers in this city belonged to him.
"Isn't that what you call 'bad conspicuousness'?"
"I'm glad Abel is a sensible person."
The group moved slowly.
Seeing Ramun Fess on horseback, the soldiers knelt and paid their respects.
The people of Von also bowed their heads respectfully.
A loud voice erupted after the group entered the encampment.
There were two high-ranking government officials present.
"Y-your excellency the head of state!"
Chancellor Zenmoshi.
"I-I'm glad you're safe."
Vice head of state Jaja.
Of course, it took them several seconds to manage a proper greeting, but... we won't touch on that.
During that time, Ramun Fess silently looked down at the two from atop his horse.
"That expression says it all."
"Ramun Fess understands what the vice head of state and chancellor were trying to do. He probably understands why they are in this city too."
Both Ryo and Abel continued their hushed conversation.
"Chigoi, send a military envoy to the Eastern Provinces. The content is to discuss a meeting between the leaders. We will be represented by the head of state of the Western Nations Federation, Ramun Fess."