Final Preparations (4)

“The lord is a being greater than the goddess. It can be said that this world exists for the lord.”

Tyria and Celica could not keep their mouths shut at Kayla’s words.

To be honest, there was a possibility that Kayla’s words were false, but the two people had no doubts.

Is it because, having watched him so far, I got the impression that he was not an ordinary human being?

“This world itself exists for the master, and so do we.”

But Kayla’s words exceeded anyone’s expectations.

Even Seohyun’s expectations.

“It also means that Seohyun is not from this world…”

“Okay. It means that we are not people from this world, but a being from a higher dimension.”

In fact, there was no lie in what Kayla said.

However, due to loyalty and affection, Seohyun’s image was inflated.

As a result, misunderstandings between Celica and Tyria grew.

“And the person who dragged Seohyun into this world was Erina.”

“For what reason…?”

The reason was clear. To make Seohyun his own.

Upon hearing those words, Tyria’s expression became grimly distorted.

“Erina-sama is a special being created by the lord. But not only was it not enough to escape the master’s control, he was dragged into this world.”

“Why…”

“I don’t know the exact reason. But it’s clear that the goal is to monopolize Seohyun.”

The most powerful guess was that it was to collapse the system and create a world where only Seohyun and Erina were left.

When Celica heard those words, she was shocked and her complexion turned pale.

“The goddess… Defeated…?”

“Okay. They say he is now imprisoned in heaven.”

Celica shook her head in disbelief.

It was difficult to accept it because the faith I had until now was being denied.

However, Kayla did not stop and continued to explain.

Heaven and goddess. Existence of a system. The rotation system and the changed world.

Although I couldn’t understand everything, I could at least understand the situation they were currently in.

“This world is the second world. Erina destroyed the first world and brought Seohyun in…”

“Okay. Erina and Seohyun are planning to create a world just for the two of them.”

What has been happening without your knowledge?

I had no idea how much Seohyun must have struggled during this time.

But one question remained.

“Why is Seohyun with Erina…?”

“Erina-sama is strong enough to escape the master’s control. So the lord had no choice but to accept Erina.”

Then a spark appeared in Tyria’s eyes.

Tyria was in love with Seohyun.

In that sense, it was obvious that the atrocities committed by Erina were unpleasant.

“But my lord also loves Erina… That is a clear fact…”

Kayla spit out the truth she didn’t want to say.

I felt aggrieved, but the truth is true.

Seohyun’s ideal type is Erina, and she couldn’t deny it.

“You accepted it even after learning of Erina’s atrocities…?”

“Okay. I decided to forgive Erina for all her atrocities. “This is also the master’s decision.”

“Erina is still deceiving Seohyun…?”

“…”

Kayla couldn’t answer anything.

I always understand and follow my lord’s decisions.

Sometimes? There were times when I couldn’t understand my lord’s decisions.

“Everyone take note. “The lord’s orders are absolute.”

“…”

“So please don’t question your master’s choice. “Please.”

The two people were speechless at Kayla’s words.

Of course, the two loved Seohyun and always followed her.

This decision was difficult to accept both rationally and emotionally.

After defeating the demon king, the lord plans to rescue the goddess.”

“Then, Erina… ?”

“I don’t know how to react. But it definitely won’t stay still.”

“Then…”

“There is a high possibility of a violent conflict with Erina.”

A head-to-head match with Erina.

If it was one-on-one, no one could win, but with three people together, it was possible.

Didn’t the three of them join forces to fight against Erina last time?

Even then, it wasn’t unilaterally pushed back, so there was a good chance.

“Tyria. Serica. Please. Help my lord. We must stop Erina.”

At Kayla’s request, the two nodded with determined expressions.

As Kayla has often mentioned, there will be a day when we will have to deal with Erina.

When I realized that that day was not far away, I felt a sense of solemnity.

“The master chose you, including me. “I think there is a clear reason.”

Because I trust these two people. Because in Seohyun’s opinion, he is the best colleague.

For that reason, the three people came together.

“Everyone can help the master, right?”

“Huh. “I will definitely do my best to help Seohyun.”

Tyria answered right away.

Even after hearing the truth, her feelings did not change.

Rather, my affection and trust in Seohyun became stronger.

But Celica couldn’t open her mouth.

“…”

“Celica…?”

“Ah, uhm… I received a favor from Seohyun, so I definitely want to repay her.”

Only then did Kayla recognize Celica’s condition.

Celica’s voice trembled and her eyes lost focus.

He was agitated with an expression full of tension.

At some point, Celica kept her mouth shut and just listened to the story.

Only then did Kayla check Celica’s condition and gently hug her.

“Cerica. I know how confused you are. “I was really surprised when I first heard the truth.”

“…”

“Still, my lord chose you. Just know that fact.”

“I know. “I want to help Seohyun.”

The three people put their hands together and made an oath.

No matter what happens, let’s act for Seohyun.

Even if he is in danger, let us protect him.

Even if our lives are at risk, we must follow orders.

“Thank you so much for trusting me, master.”

“No. “If I can repay you to Seohyun, this is only natural.”

“…Huh. I will do my best.”

So the three people made up their minds and returned to their respective rooms.

To make final preparations in the little remaining peace.

***

[Sister. I’m planning to head to the Demon King’s Castle soon.]

Tyria’s hand stopped as she was writing the letter.

I was only concerned about confronting Erina, but in fact, the Demon King was also a big problem.

King of the Demon World. The strongest among the Four Heavenly Kings I have met so far.

The culprit of war and the entity that blocks the path to heaven.

The story goes that Seohyun has already dealt with the devil, but you never know.

Weren’t you seriously hurt when you actually faced Catherine?

[Maybe I won’t come back alive.]

Even after writing it down, I wondered if I should erase it.

‘My sister will be worried.’

Should I just say that I will go there with confidence?

After thinking for a while, Tyria tore the paper and brought out new stationery.

[I will definitely come back after defeating the Demon King. Look forward to it.]

I folded the letter neatly, filling it with hopeful words.

I put it in an envelope, stamped it, and placed it on one side of the desk.

I decided to deliver the letter to the postman tomorrow, so I got up from my desk and headed to bed.

I thought about going to bed like this, but thoughts were lingering in my head.

‘I never thought Seohyun could be like that…’

Creator. The being and owner of this world.

However, I was dropped into this world by Erina.

Even though he fell into the world without any power, he rose to the ranks of the strongest in just one year.

Of course, the Dragon Knight’s oath with Kayla helped greatly, but it was only a part of the power.

‘Now that I think about it, Seohyun knew everything.’

I knew in advance that there were brainwashed people and traitors in the elf village.

Looking back, even when her family betrayed her, she responded without any embarrassment.

He even allowed him to meet his friend, Spirit King Nie.

In fact, it helped me face the danger even on the battlefield.

Although we couldn’t even have a proper conversation due to Erina’s surprise attack.

There was definitely a chance of being embarrassed in such a sudden situation, but there was no sign of that at all.

Rather, they responded casually and passed the crisis.

I’m sure he knew everything.

That’s probably why he listened to his request.

‘And I…’

I was chosen by such a being.

According to Kayla, Seohyun had planned to attract Tyria as a colleague from the beginning.

Tyria thought of herself as an ordinary elf.

There were many archers in the world who were better than him, so why did they choose him?

I always had doubts, and only now did I know why.

Seohyun knew everything about Tyria.

This is because he thought he was the most suitable colleague compared to everyone else.

I had doubts about whether I was such a great colleague, but I quickly put them away.

Didn’t Seohyun choose it herself and no one else?

“I exist for Seohyun…”

Tyria muttered to herself and hugged her pillow tightly.

From the beginning, Seohyun had a crush on Tyria.

Even though I wasn’t the opposite s*x, my heart filled with the fact that I was keeping an eye on her.

But there is one catch.

‘Why does Seohyun like Erina?’

If you think about it, isn’t Erina Seohyun’s enemy?

They forced me into this world and even lied to me and put me through hardship.

But does Seohyun still love Erina?

To the point where I even gave up on returning to my hometown.

‘Couldn’t it be that Erina brainwashed Seohyun… ?’

That didn’t happen.

Erina couldn’t use brainwashing.

He wasn’t a wizard to begin with, so there was no way he knew about demon magic…

‘Wait a minute… ‘

Erina has already destroyed the world once.

In the process, he would have killed numerous living creatures and absorbed their power.

In that case, it was clear that he would have absorbed the power of the monster and gained countless powers.

Among them, he may have absorbed brainwashing abilities.

‘It’s not just that… ‘

He probably knows not only brainwashing abilities, but also numerous magics and spells.

It is normal for an ordinary swordsman to not be able to use magic or spells.

Erina could not be said to be a simple swordsman.

‘If you’ve been hiding your power until now… !’

It’s all just Tyria’s guess.

But even though it was a simple assumption, fear arose.

If even the overwhelming power shown so far wasn’t full power.

If swinging a sword isn’t enough, you also have to use magic and spells to deal with them.

Will he be able to handle Erina?

‘But you have to do it…’

Nevertheless, Tyria did her best to suppress her fear.

Didn’t you make a resolution just a little while ago?

No matter what happens, I will definitely protect Seohyun.

However, there was one uneasy thing.

‘Will Celica be okay?’

At least Tyria accepted the truth, but Celica could not hide her agitation.

I was worried that Celica might be shocked and something might happen.