192 – Territoriality (1)

“Don’t go around too separately on this battlefield. “It’s really dangerous.”

“A. Why is it so boring? “I will fight my way.”

“And then what if we are surrounded by the devil’s army?”

“It’s better then. “Because I can accumulate more achievements.”

No matter how sincere the advice was, Catalina did not even listen.

Even though there have been quite a few times when I acted as I wanted and ended up in danger.

She still wanted to navigate the battlefield alone.

It was acceptable in Hellwood Forest because it was a special situation, but this time the situation was very different.

In a situation where Catalina had to attack together with numerous knights, there was a high probability that Catalina would run wild and cause confusion.

“Why are you so obsessed with achievements?”

The most fundamental question. I was so focused on my performance that I thought it was too reckless.

She was a battle fanatic, but she was not mindless.

She thought there would at least be a clear cause or reason.

“That’s not obvious. “In the end, all that remains is merit and fame.”

“…Is that all it is?”

“That’s just it! “How important is that!”

Rather, Catalina raised her voice as if she was angry.

Is fame, which I think is insignificant to me, important to her?

“I have to become the strongest person in the world. “Because that is the goal of life.”

She honestly doesn’t understand, but she can’t ignore other people’s goals.

She decided to just quietly cheer on.

Seeing that scene, Catalina seemed infuriated and poured out her frustration.

“Then what are you guys?”

“What are you talking about all of a sudden?”

“Aren’t you guys targeting the devil too? “For what purpose are you trying to subdue the Demon King?”

She was able to answer her question.

Her purpose was clear, but it was too complex and unspeakable for her to share with Catalina.

“Well, I hope the world becomes a little more peaceful.”

Even though she tried to explain it away, Catalina laughed and threw harsh words at her.

“Don’t be ridiculous. “What is peace?”

It was a ridiculous reason, even when I thought about it, but I couldn’t help it.

Unless there is a grand goal or reason, dealing with the Demon King is tantamount to suicide.

When it seemed like I had no intention of telling her the reason, Catalina turned her arrow elsewhere.

Then Celica answered without a moment of hesitation.

“I want to repay the favor I received from Seohyun.”

“No matter how much help you get, don’t you think it’s too dangerous?”

“Not only did you save me and avenge me, but you also took my children from me. “I would sacrifice my life for Seohyun.”

Unexpectedly, as heavy words came out of Celica’s mouth, Catalina closed her mouth with a slightly embarrassed expression.

To be honest, even I, who was quietly listening, was a little surprised.

I thought of Celica simply as her colleague.

On the contrary, she seemed to have a lot of faith in me.

Perhaps I am the person who believes in it next to the goddess.

“It’s the same for me. “I received so much help from Seohyun.”

Next, Tyria also thanked me for her favorable review of me.

“If it weren’t for Seohyun, me and my hometown would have fallen into the hands of the devil’s army. “It’s all thanks to Seohyun that I’m here now.”

I don’t think it goes to that extent.

I was pricked by my conscience at the sight of him trusting me to the point of burdensomeness.

The two people didn’t know why I wanted to subdue the Demon King.

That’s why I thought I was grateful just for following me.

It seems that the two people were looking at me from a quite different perspective.

Anyway, it’s a good thing for me.

“Yes. You two understand. “Then what is the reason for the other two?”

In fact, the main topic was Erina and Kayla.

At least other colleagues knew about Kayla and my story.

I couldn’t carelessly tell Catalina the reason.

So I thought they would handle it appropriately.

“I am in love with you, my lord.”

“…Huh?”

“That’s it.”

Everyone was stunned by the surprisingly simple and clear answer.

Of course, I was desperate to stop Erina from running towards me.

“Uhm… what. Yes.”

Fortunately, Catalina seemed to be somewhat convinced.

Still, there is only one person left.

In fact, the person Catalina was most curious about was Erina.

“So you.”

“…”

“Are you planning on keeping your mouth shut until the end? What the.”

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Of course, Erina did not answer.

He just glared at Catalina with an uncomfortable expression.

But Catalina laughed as if it was ridiculous.

“Yes. “The reason is probably obvious to you too.”

“…”

Did they decide not to respond at all?

Ironically, Catalina did not look upset.

Rather, only Erina was frowning and displeased.

“Stop bothering Erina.”

“When did I harass you?”

No matter how you look at it, these two people are opposites of opposites.

In particular, Erina was the most difficult type.

“Anyway, when you go to battle, don’t go too wild.”

“If you don’t run wild, how can you build up achievements? “Small chicks are no match for me.”

Anyway, if it was Katarina, she would have gotten attention even if she didn’t come forward.

But she was not satisfied with just being in the vanguard.

“Did you say he was the spirit king? “I will subdue all those bastards.”

Then Tyria, who had been quiet, flinched and hid her expression.

I could sense it right next to me, but Catalina, who knew nothing, continued her conversation.

“Catherine was taken away by you guys. “I won’t let it get taken away this time.”

“Do you think the Spirit King is such an easy opponent?”

“You don’t know until you try. “At least I’m confident.”

That’s what she said, but Catalina was easily comparable to the Spirit King.

But my goal is to have Tyria and the Spirit King come face to face.

I feel a little sorry for Catalina, but she was scheduled to face the Spirit King before her.

‘Honestly, I don’t know.’

Unlike others, Catalina is an unknown person. She could not predict in which direction she would move.

In the end, she will have to go to the battlefield and see for herself to find out.

She still had some time left before arriving at the central battlefield, so she decided to take her time.

***

“Don’t hate your sister too much.”

“I hate you. “I’m rather thankful.”

“Then that’s a good thing…” Honestly Catalina

Malcolm and I, who were in charge of the night watch, chatted while looking at the burning campfire.

We’ve seen each other often, but is this the first time we’ve spent time alone together?

I talked a lot with Catalina on a regular basis, but it is also true that I rarely spoke with Malcolm.

“Anyway, why are you following Catalina?”

In response to my question, Malcolm scratched his head with a shy smile.

“Because there is no one else who can take care of you other than me.”

In the past, Catalina and Malcolm are said to have grown up together in a small town.

Among them, Catalina, who was the alley leader, is said to always take Malcolm with her.

“My parents were merchants. So I spent a lot of time alone.”

“So you hung out with Catalina often.”

“Yes. “Your parents were adventurers and were often away from home.”

The two people who were growing up in a peaceful village were faced with an ordeal when they were around ten years old.

It is said that he lost his parents after being attacked by the Demon King’s army.

“My sister and I became orphans, so we started wandering the southern region together.”

An adventurer who started life to make money. Unlike Malcolm, who had no talent for her swordsmanship, Catalina quickly rose to fame.

“I owe you so much. “It’s thanks to you that I’m here in the first place.”

Have we come to rely on each other as we go through difficult lives?

Catalina also seems to be scolding Malcolm and treating him harshly, but in reality she has never spoken harshly or pushed him away.

Malcolm has followed her until now because he knows that fact.

“Honestly, when I said I would subdue the demon lord, everyone around me laughed at me.”

“We must have had a huge fight again.”

“That’s right. “Ironically, none of them beat me.”

It is said that he had never been defeated or failed a request before joining us.

But Catalina faced her latest ordeal.

Erina. An enemy will appear that she can never defeat.

“When I sparred with Erina, she was quite shocked.”

“…”

“Continuing to approach and challenge Erina is also part of your own virtue.”

Catalina always showed a confident and confident appearance.

But she couldn’t help but be shocked since she was also human.

Erina faced a huge wall, and she met Catherine and lost in a head-to-head match.

However, seeing her smiling and talking as usual made me feel different.

“Isn’t that why we are obsessed with achievements?”

“Yes. “You’re the type of person who can’t live with being defeated by others.”

In fact, it is said that in the past, people longed for fame and power rather than wealth.

She said she rarely acted as recklessly as she did recently.

“As expected, we should go together on the battlefield.”

“Well, I don’t know. “I don’t know if you will listen to Seohyun.”

Malcolm smiles bitterly. He was also worried about Catalina in his own way.

Knowing that he could not stop her, Malcolm had no choice but to continue to stay by Catalina’s side.

“Well, I don’t know what will happen. “You will take care of it.”

“Yes. “That makes sense.”

Anyway, even if I tell her, will she listen?

We decided to let go of Catalina and only think about our own strategy.

We talked until it was time to change night guard.

I was able to sleep in an atmosphere closer to Malcolm than before.

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