307 – Curse (1)

Liege did not fight with Rize after that and retreated obediently.

If you fight with Rize, you could perish, and more than anything, more reinforcements could come.

However, even as I retreated, I did not forget the verbal abuse related to me. Roughly speaking, he meant to wait until I despair.

In any case, the collapse of the Academy, which could be considered a turning point, ended with minimal damage.

As the devils’ plan changed to mine, the damage was reduced, but the biggest thing was being prepared in advance.

“Quickly, quickly, stop! We have to get back up before the monsters come!”

“Wizard, come here. Write down what you have here.”

“I’m glad I still have the blueprint.”

The whole situation was over, and the monument was also slowly being restored.

In fact, memorial towers are erected not only at the Academy but also in cities in each country.

What kind of country wouldn’t be built to prevent the invasion of monsters? Even in Soul World, it was treated as a kind of fast moving piece.

In particular, the Academy’s monument was kept in place from beginning to end. This means that it is overwhelming in terms of reliability and stability.

Although civilization has continued to develop since then, the monument itself has not changed much. It is truly an invention ahead of its time.

“But why did the monster collide with the monument?”

“Someone said the devil controlled the monster…”

“The devil? Why?”

The fact that the beings who plotted the collapse of the academy are evil is also spreading. However, reliability was low.

The fact that demons control monsters was widely known, but the reason why demons attacked the academy was unknown.

It was not clear whether it was committed by an individual or a group.

Above all, there was no time to worry about other things in the current world due to the stagnant conflict.

Fortunately, it was quiet because the ‘frenzy’ situation did not break out, but this became the cause and the devils could not be given any attention.

“I’m glad no one was seriously hurt.”

“I heard the saint protected everyone?”

“What would have happened if the saint had not been there?”

There were also stories about people who made great achievements. Most of the activities are related to Rize.

While Sivar and Rod went unnoticed because they engaged in direct combat with the devil, Rize ran wild and rescued people.

Moreover, his massive muscles and thuggish fists were firmly embedded in people’s minds. Even if you want to forget, you can’t.

A true supporter is to nip dangerous buds in advance. Thanks to this, people were busy praising Rize.

“But where is the president?”

“That’s right. I can’t see anything.”

“Is there some problem?”

The academy was being restored without any major problems. And since something like that happened, there was bound to be talk about the president.

However, the president of the academy was only a president, and had no real responsibility. It is the same role as the guardian of balance.

Therefore, interest in Rod quickly disappeared. If it is fortunate, it can be said to be a fortunate part.

Because…

“Shivar.”

“··· ···”

“It’s already been 5 days. You should rest too.”

“Just a little.”

Right now, Rod was lying on the bed with his eyes closed peacefully.

Rod was breathing evenly, as if he was in a deep sleep.

If other people saw you, they would think you were just sleeping. But he couldn’t wake up for five days.

“The saint said. Even though I lost a lot of blood, I’m okay now. Is it just that my body is recovering?”

Ellie next to me said to me. In fact, Rod lost a lot of blood, but there is no problem now.

Because at the level of indigo or higher, life can be maintained through magical power. It is not difficult to fill up the missing blood.

And that magic power was replenished by Rize herself. It is best to remain calm.

“I’m going to wait until it happens.”

“Shivar.”

“He’ll wake up in a little while.”

It’s still vivid. The image of the Lord who was trying to protect me and had a purple spear pierce his side

We can gauge how strong he is because he somehow managed to push the lie in that state.

Although he was defeated due to the difference in level, thanks to the time he bought, Rize was able to arrive on time.

‘What did I say…’

This is a question I would like to ask not only Lie, but also Rod. Why on earth am I saying this?

My very existence may be important to Lie, but I only developed a relationship with Rod for one year. Nevertheless, he sacrificed himself to protect me.

From the first time we met until now, I’ve only been frustrated with Rod. Has it ever been helpful?

A sigh escaped me naturally. At least I feel relieved when he wakes up with his eyes open.

I wanted to at least say I was sorry. That’s why I’m watching from the side without sleeping.

“Shall I give you something to eat? “What do you want to eat?”

“Anything.”

“Anything else. What if you collapse? Just wait a moment. I’ll bring you something delicious.”

Ellie pinched my cheek and walked straight into her kitchen. I turned my gaze towards her and looked at her back.

Normally, I would have stayed by Lord’s side alone, but thankfully Ellie was there to protect me.

Because everyone else was busy cleaning up after her. Rize is busy treating the injured at the hospital.

Still, I tend to come to check on Rod several times a day. It will probably arrive soon.

“Come on. Eat this.”

“Yes. Thank you.”

“Hehe.”

When I expressed my sincere gratitude, Ellie smiled brightly. I also smiled and lifted my spoon.

The food Ellie cooked was bacon. Although she was simple, she was lean and not greasy at all.

“I should eat broccoli too.”

“Can’t Ellie eat it?”

“No. You have to eat this to grow quickly.”

“Um…”

As soon as I heard that it was getting bigger, my eyes naturally shifted to one place.

I maintained that gaze and then faced Ellie and opened her mouth.

“I guess Ellie ate a lot?”

“That’s right. “I only had vegetables at home.”

Is this possible by eating only vegetables? They probably also drank milk.

Or did everything I eat end up in my chest? It is a story with a high possibility.

-Clutter

It was when I was roughly eating food. I heard the door opening behind me.

There is only one person who can come and go freely without knocking. I turned my head back.

“How are you feeling, Mr. Rod?”

“He hasn’t opened his eyes yet.”

It was Rize. As always, she is wearing a nun’s uniform.

Rize immediately looked at Rod lying down and then lifted the blanket.

-Flutter

As soon as I took off the blanket, I closed my eyes tightly without realizing it. But eventually, I slowly opened my eyes and looked straight ahead.

A body that appears to have been sculpted with great care by a sculptor, not appropriate for its age. And the various scars left here and there.

Among them, the part that stands out the most is the side part. There was a spider web-like crack centered around the deep wound.

Originally, it was a crack where a purple light could clearly be seen, but now it has completely disappeared, as if it has lost its light.

“It looks like the curse has all been lifted. Thank goodness.”

“Then…!”

I looked at Rize with anger in my eyes. It’s a positive response.

However, Rize still had a serious expression and she expressed a slightly negative opinion.

“We’re not sure yet. We have no idea if the curse has reached the heart. There may be adverse effects that we don’t know about.”

“Even then, I…”

“Even Brother Sivar’s magic cannot do anything about the curse that has reached the heart. Failure to do so may result in the heart being destroyed.”

“··· ···”

I didn’t say anything. Instead, I had a little hope in my heart.

It’s purple. Even neutralizing the purple-colored curse is a miracle.

I wonder why Rize has such knowledge, but I guess I can ask this later.

What’s important right now is Rod’s health. As long as the rod is fine, it’s okay.

“Umm…”

“!!”

It was shortly after checking the condition of the rod. Rod drooled and frowned at her.

This means that consciousness is gradually returning. As soon as Ellie saw it, she hurried to her kitchen to get water.

Rize and I waited quietly until Rod woke up. My heart was pounding violently due to tension.

“Ha, grandpa?”

“Are you out of your mind?”

“··· ···”

As we asked questions one after another, Rod’s eyes shifted towards us. My eyes are a bit blurry.

Then he blinked his eyes a few times and slowly raised his upper body. He was embarrassed and stretched out his hand.

Standing up suddenly after lying down for a while can cause low blood pressure. This is roughly the knowledge I heard somewhere.

But is indigo blue really indigo? Rod pressed his head a few times and spoke in a hoarse voice.

“Why am I lying here?”

“Here’s the water!”

At just the right time, Ellie came with water. Rod said thank you and gulped down the water.

Did you come to your senses while drinking cool water? Rod opened his mouth with still gloomy eyes.

“Shivar, Rize… And Ellie… What’s going on?”

“Can you see ahead clearly?”

“It’s dark, but I can see well. It’ll get better in a little while.”

“That’s good. First, you need to rest, so lie down.”

Rod followed Rize’s words and laid down again. He still looks confused.

It looks like he doesn’t understand the situation yet. I couldn’t help but feel strange here.

He is an experienced rod, with overwhelming experience compared to other people.

He doesn’t understand the situation? This could clearly be seen as an unusual sign.

“Mr. Rod. “What is your closest memory?”

“I am definitely…”

I asked Rod if Rize also felt this. Rod frowned a bit ambiguously.

And he thought for a while, then lifted his head slightly and looked around him.

“Ah. Yes. Was it Pidgeot? I was looking at the bird that student Luna had entrusted to me.”

“··· ···”

“And Sivar brought some raccoons. Where are they now?”

“That…A few days ago…”

Ellie began to notice her, slurring her words. I also bit her lip after hearing those words.

My memory was completely gone. Since so much blood was shed before the curse, the brain must have taken quite a bit of damage.

The human brain is very sensitive. Even a simple concussion often causes complete loss of memory.

If it were an ordinary person, it would have been brain dead or in a vegetative state. The lesser evil may be better than the worst.

“I guess you don’t remember fighting the devil.”

“Devil? Ah. Now that I think about it, when is it? We need to get ready quickly…”

At Rize’s words, Rod hurriedly stood up. It seems like they completely forgot.

But the whole incident is already over. Now all that’s left is steady rest.

“Calm down. The work is over.”

“It’s over?”

“Yes. You may not remember, but the demon attack is over. Thanks to Mr. Rod’s actions.”

“Umm…”

Despite Rize’s persuasion, Rod looks confused. That’s because all my memories have disappeared.

But Rize is not the type of person to lie. Rod knew that too, so he took a long breath.

“Okay. Since you said that, I can believe it. Who was hurt?”

“There are some serious injuries, but miraculously there are no deaths.”

“I see… Then can you tell me what day today is? From what I remember, it was the 15th.”

“It’s the 29th now.”

Rod nodded his head. A relieved expression as if the confusion was slowly fading away.

Afterwards, he looked up at the ceiling with a blank face and muttered softly.

“I feel like I forgot something…What is it?”

“I guess I need some time to organize my thoughts. It’s getting late, so I’d better go.”

“I will be here…”

“No. You have to go too.”

In my heart, I want to stay by Rod’s side. However, Ellie stopped him.

Although her body does not need sleep, she has been nursing for 5 days. Above all, I haven’t rested properly since that day.

Is that why? I had a strong feeling that fatigue was gradually building up in my body. I think it would be a good idea to take a break as Ellie advised.

“Then see you tomorrow, Grandpa.”

“Okay. You guys get some rest too.”

Still, I’m glad. Although he lost his memory, he is fine.

If I had lost years of memory, I would have felt heartbroken.

‘Ah. Right. I have to apologize…

I was so happy that I even forgot to apologize.

There’s no need to apologize for losing your memory? Don’t say you sold out your conscience.

Anyway, I think you’ve gained some energy. I’m thinking of taking some tea before my visit tomorrow.

She spent the day with her heart slightly lighter. Now that the Academy collapse is over, it’s time to plan the next step.

But…

“What is this guy again?! Sivar! When did you bring this big bird again!”

“Yes…?”

“What?”

When I visited the next day, Rod was furious when he saw Pidgeot. Of course, Pidgeot is tilting his head.

I was also puzzled, so I put down the tea leaves I had brought with me on the table.

“Grandpa. This is Pidgeot. Don’t you remember?”

“Pidgeot? What kind of strange name is that? Is this your first time hearing it?”

“······Yes?”

Something, something is strange. Even if something goes wrong, it is definitely wrong.

I looked back and forth between Lord and Pidgeot with trembling eyes. Yesterday, he said he clearly knew Pidgeot.

But not today. Don’t you treat Pidgeot like you’re seeing him for the first time?

“So, Sivar. Have you disappointed me again?”

“Yes?”

“The steel boots that Jane and Professor Godin made. Where are they? They were definitely confiscated yesterday.”

“That’s…”

That was a long time before Pidgeotto and Neoburi were introduced. I kept my mouth shut before answering.

It’s wrong. Even if it was wrong, it was wrong for a long time. My heart was pounding violently and cold sweat rolled down my face.

As anxiety overtook my whole body, the worst assumption came.

No. Maybe even worse than the worst.

I barely managed to open my mouth with a trembling voice. My mouth felt very heavy today.

“I…Grandpa.”

“Speak.”

“Do you know what month and day today is…?”

Rod said yesterday. He said the date he remembers is the 15th.

At the time, I thought it was short-term memory loss caused by losing too much blood.

“You mean today? I understand it’s November 24th?”

“··· ···”

But it was all a miscalculation. The worst thing is that the curse is gone.

“Hmm? No. Was it the 23rd?”

It only remained in the form of a ‘demon’.