Published: July 5, 2025
"What is the reason that not only surrendering but also a duel is acceptable?"
"Ah, I don't understand the meaning. However... either way, I have a bad feeling."
Abel said.
Upon hearing that, Ryo frowned.
"Abel's bad feelings tend to be accurate, so you're not allowed to say anything."
"Even if you say that... I just said it."
"That's the problem. You're not considering the inconvenience to those around you at all!"
"Whether I say it or not, it doesn't affect the outcome, right?"
"Ugh... You always deflect with logic."
"Naturally, the federation of nations would choose a duel."
"That would be troublesome if something like that were shot into the city. People might think a duel could be a way out, but..."
"Battuzon wants to bring it to a duel no matter what. Who did they bring?"
"It seems like they came out front... huh?"
Upon recognizing who it was, Ryo froze.
The person who emerged from the Bardale Principality army was a woman with long light blue hair.
At the same time, a military envoy approached and announced.
"The representative of the Eastern Provinces is Lord Kinme of the 'Refreshing Five Peaks.'"
The members of the Western Nations Federation were astonished by the announcement.
"'Refreshing Five Peaks!'"
"That renowned one!"
"Kinme, the Enchanter!"
"No, I've actually heard that Lord Kinme is the strongest in everything."
"Indeed, a representative guard party from the Eastern Provinces..."
"Although they have a contract with the Eastern Provinces..."
"There shouldn't be anyone capable of opposing them in the federation..."
Voices of surprise flew around.
"Ah, so that's them, the ones from 'Refreshing Five Peaks.' They are indeed a guard party from the Eastern Provinces."
With Abel's murmur, Ryo came back to his senses.
"Lord Kinme... There's no way anyone can beat her. Because she..."
"Ah..."
"Is a demon."
Ryo muttered, shaking his head.
Yes, Kinme is a demon.
Once sealed south of the Naitorei Kingdom.
"That person is a demon..."
"I can sense an unfathomable strength."
"She's quite beautiful."
Eto was surprised, Amon felt her strength, and Nils expressed his candid feelings.
"Remember the vampire subjugation in Kona Village? At that time, the hidden temple collapsed..."
"Oh! The person who floated in the sky came out!"
Ryo explained, and Eto recalled.
Room 10 had also been there.
"She came all the way to this dark continent."
"Demons are amazing."
Nils and Eto were astonished.
"But why..."
Ryo muttered with a frown.
Abel understood Ryo's question.
"Why is she acting as a representative of the Eastern Provinces?"
They had discussed it at the dining place, but he felt that she didn't seem like the type to be involved in wars or the survival of nations.
"Abel, in this situation, is it okay to ask her directly?"
"Huh? Well... I don't know about that."
Even Abel was bewildered by Ryo's straightforward question.
Hearing that response, Ryo headed toward the leaders who were still discussing.
"Excuse me for interrupting, Lord Ramun Fess."
"Huh? Oh, Duke Rondo, what is it?"
"I have something to ask, so may I go directly to Lord Kinme and inquire?"
"Huh?"
"Is there a problem regarding the etiquette of dueling?"
"Well... I didn't think there was anything particular about that... Ah, I suppose if you go with a military envoy... Of course, if the opponent, Lord Kinme, refuses, then that's another matter."
"If she says she doesn't want to talk, I will come back immediately."
Ryo said this, bowed, and decided to walk toward the Bardale Principality side with the military envoy.
Abel and Scotty followed behind him.
The three from Room 10 also tried to join, but Abel stopped them.
Having too many people wouldn't be good.
It seemed the three were visible from the Bardale Principality side as they approached.
There was movement.
Kinme, standing up front, must have confirmed Ryo's approach.
She raised one hand.
In response, Ryo raised his right hand as well.
Seeing that, the tension on the Bardale Principality side was eased.
At the same time, they noticed Ryo and Abel approaching.
"That's from Hosoiina..."
"Ah. They fought a demon..."