The news of the Marquis of Edfelt's candidacy for the crown prince, Gislain, echoed throughout the country via telecommunications.
　Although Gislain did not have the charisma that everyone recognized as a king, he was a candidate for the crown prince who would be widely accepted by the people without any political coloration. His bloodline was also perfect.

　Gislain also formed a coalition with Noa Curio.
　It is a well-known fact that the Noahcurio forces that have appeared in the eastern part of Ciel-Teira are working to maintain security, exterminate demons, and ensure safety. Some people had doubts about Noahcurio after the coup, but the fact that he was now protecting Ciel-Teira with his own body and the trust that came from that was great.

　With Gislain as their banner, they joined forces with Noa Curio to rebuild the nation.
　This was a ray of hope for the people who were living in a world where they could not see tomorrow.

　But as if to cancel out the news, another news came roaring from the west.
　The Marquis of Berger announced that his eldest son, Johann Wilhelm Berger, would be crown prince.

　Johan was of royal blood, so he met the requirements to be a candidate for the crown prince, but he was on the sidelines.
　Given Ciel-Teira's custom of choosing the man closest in blood to the former king as the crown prince, it was doubtful whether he would be able to gain the support of the people as well as the lords.

　However, the news of the other candidate for the crown prince was accompanied by other news, like a horse pulling a two-horse cart.
　It was that the Zilesh Khattar Federation was preparing to deploy troops.
　The main reason for this was 'to protect the Japanese residents in Ciel-Teira, where the state system had collapsed', but naturally people's expectations were raised in the hope that they would be protected as well.
　After all, the Federation had been friends for a long time, and they were well acquainted. Although there was an unfortunate coup d'etat by Hilbert II, people still had convenient expectations.

　And the Marquisate of Berger is the westernmost part of Ciel-Teira. It borders the Federation.
　The Marquess of Berger is located on the westernmost border of Ciel-Teirah, and although it was not stated explicitly in order not to provoke the Noah's Curia, it was blatantly obvious. The Marquis of Berger's candidate for Crown Prince, Johan, has stated that he wants to work with the Gileshthal Federation.

　There are those who have high hopes for the Giresch Hatter Federation.
　There are those who think that it is too late for the Noah's Curio Kingdom.
　Others feared that this conflict might lead to a dangerous conflict.
　Time continued to flow ruthlessly with an unsettled atmosphere.

　What do you want from me?

"What do you want from me?　Holy Beast Master.
　If you're here to apologize for your rudeness the other day, then so be it. Rub your head on the ground, squeal like a pig, and swear you'll never disobey me. Then Erminio here will have to forgive you.
　And you will be excused for your rudeness in trying to summon me.

　Erminio sat cross-legged on a throne-like sofa and arrogantly said to Morgana, who had visited his room.
　This is the room assigned to Erminio in the castle of the Marquis of Edfelt.
　The entire room is decorated with white, gold, and crimson accents, from the entire room to the furniture.
　As usual, Erminio was flanked by two statuesque temple knights.

　Morgana had tried to summon Erminio to speak with him, but he had refused, so she had gone herself.
　She also has men in masked monks' robes ...... and holy beastmen of her own making to oppose Erminio.

I'd like you, Drouet, to go and investigate the royal city of Teiralare. Can you do that?

　Morgana paid no heed to Erminio's ramblings, and simply told him what she wanted.
　Erminio glared at her unpleasantly.

"Investigation?　You're trying to escape back to your country, what are you looking for now?
No, no. No, no. There's been a change of policy. Noachurio's army will attack King's Landing at once.
What?

　Erminio, who had been listening to the conversation languidly, sat up.

I'm not sure what to make of this.

　I'm sure you'll be happy to hear that.
　That silence was an affirmation.
　Erminio had taken on the role of Marquis Edfelt's bodyguard because he expected the "Rose of Hell" to come.
　In truth, he didn't care about the Marquis of Edfelt.

"If Noachurio's army returns, the 'Rose Princess of Hell' will attack, but on the other hand, Noachurio's army is going to attack King's Landing.
　If that happens, the Rose Princess of Hell will be holed up in King's Landing to defend herself. You won't have to be there as her bodyguard. Even so, the Marquis won't let you go, just in case.
I mean, there could be a battle going on out there that I'm not even aware of. ......
"The Noah's Curio Army would like to request the services of Drouette the Decisive. I'm not sure if it's a good idea, but it's a good idea.
　The Noachurian army will fully support you in your investigation. We'll give you the supplies you need, and if not, we'll pay you.
　If you can take down the Rose of Hell on your own, so be it. If not, I want you to find out what's going on in King's Landing before Noa Curio's army arrives.

　Erminio crossed his arms and looked thoughtful.
　He had an insatiable appetite for fame. "It seems that he has a personal grudge against the Rose of Hell.
　He definitely does not want to find himself in a situation where the battle is over while he is the Marquis' guard dog.

He said, "When the main army arrives, you will join them and play a role in the siege. Once you're done with the lowlifes, it's your job to fight the Rose Princess of Hell.
"I see, that's exactly the role I deserve. But ......

　Erminio's eyes looked at Morgana.
　Erminio sits down and Morgana picks up her staff. Their eyes are about the same height, but Erminio's gaze is still glaring from on high.
　It was the look of someone who was used to looking down on others and had lived that way since birth.

Why are you, a technical advisor, talking about this?　You're not just going ahead with this on your own, are you?



　Erminio may be a fool, but he is not unthinking.
　Even Morgana thought Erminio had a point.

"If you don't believe me, ask the General. If you don't believe me, ask the general, because if you're in, you'll be a key part of the next operation, and he'll see you right away.
"Then wouldn't it be polite for you to come to me?
"Yes, yes, yes. I'll call him.

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And don't tell the Marquis of Edfelt about this.

　I'm sure you'll be happy to hear that.

"Is it because you're trying to keep me?
No, no, no. No, no, no. Marquis Edfelt still thinks that Noachurio's army will retreat.
　He's planning to accompany the Noa Curio army with His Highness Gislain and flee to Wesara together.
　It would be a shame if they tried to argue. ...... at least until they provide us with supplies for the march.
"Ha!　You're a coward!
　...... Oh well. You were right to call on me, saint beastmaster.
　"You were right to call on me, saint beastmaster. "Dolorette the Decisive, you will avenge the Rose of Hell."

　Erminio looked confident and composed.
　He didn't seem to be trying to live up to his beliefs or to help people. He just thinks that he deserves to win, and that he deserves the fame that comes with it.

　Very foolish. But it would be nice if the result of his stupidity was to go to war for God.
　Not everyone needs to be wise. There are apostates like Patrick who are too smart to go against God's way. It is better to have many fools in the world.

　The gods warned mankind against lying and deceit.
　But what's wrong with deceiving the unbelievers to work for the gods?
　And it is very easy to deceive the foolish.

　It's so easy to fool fools.

"We will now attack King's Landing.

　When Patrick said this, the military leaders gathered in the tent for a military conference looked aghast.
　Their supply troops had been destroyed and their stockpiles burned to the ground. The morale of the entire front line troops was on the edge of control, as if by the skin of their necks.
　The only thing to think about is whether to wait for supplies or retreat, and there was no way we were going to go on the offensive from here,.......

　However, if they were told that the transport would be successful again and the supply troops would catch up soon, they would have no choice but to believe it, and they agreed, even though they seemed reluctant to do so.
　In any case, they had no choice. What would happen if they disobeyed Patrick's orders and left without permission?
　It's okay if they're held accountable when they get back home.
　If they were to be attacked by demons (including, of course, the Rose of Hell and her army) while traveling with only a small group of people, there would be no way out.

　Eventually, the army started to move westward.
　Word quickly spread that they were going to attack King's Landing, and the atmosphere at the camp became turbulent.
　Still, there was no one who wanted to rebel.

　At least, not in the Noachurian army.

　"General!

"General!　What's going on here?

　Marks, who had disguised himself as a Noacurio knight and blended into the army.
　Marks, who had disguised himself as a Noachurian knight, had only come to Patrick's aid after most of the Noachurians had packed up and left the camp, and the troops had begun their march.
　The top of the column that had left the camp enclosure was clearly heading west. Perhaps he had seen it, or perhaps he had heard the rumors of those around him.

　Patrick was sitting in one of the few remaining tents, drinking a cup of tea as a short rest before it was his turn to leave.
　In the far corner of the tent, Morgana was standing still, doing nothing in particular, and Marks started to sweat the moment he saw her.

Why is Noa Curio's army heading west?
"As you can see, sir. As you can see, the Noahcurio army will now attack the capital.

　"As you can see, our Noachurian army will now attack King's Landing," Patrick said, holding a cup of tea.

"I thought you were retreating!　We're supposed to be heading to Wesara together. ......!
The situation has changed, sir.
"No!　Then what are we to do? ......
Unfortunately, we cannot escort you to Wesara. But I'm sure the Rose of Hell won't come to Teirakainen with her army when we attack King's Landing. Please pray for our victory in the city. Please pray for our victory in the city, and help us if you can. ......
"...... No, you can't. ......

　I was about to lose my head.
　It's a good idea to take a look at the website to see if there is anything you can do to help.
　What should I do if the Noachurian army started to do something incomprehensible on top of this?

I'm sorry that I've deceived you.
　But I'm convinced that what I'm doing is for the good of this country.

　Marks felt a chill run down his spine as he watched Patrick's blunt words.
　That's funny. It's true that he has Patrick's face and speaks with Patrick's voice, but I don't think he's the same person. I don't feel like I'm getting through to him.


　After all, it would be unnatural to attack King's Landing here.
　Who would be happy to do such a thing?

　He bit his lip.
　Then Marks steeled himself.

"Check it out.

　One of his knights entered the tent from behind. The man wore a robe similar to a surcoat, not the so-called knight's armor.
　Most of the knights were left behind for the defense of Teiracaines, but since he could use sacred magic, he was to be brought along for himself and Gislain.

　The knight carries a sort of tray with a holy seal and a magic circle engraved on it. It is a magic item called the "Slumbering God's Eye.
　This is a tool for examining the magic power in a living body and its holy evil. I brought this as a tool to detect the undead in order to warn of the Revenant, since there were reports of Revenants in the capital.
　However, contrary to the undead, it can also be used to find 'non-humans' with abnormal sanctity.

　When the Noah's Curio army started to make strange moves, Marks had a feeling of "Oh no".
　His suspicions deepened as he talked to Patrick.

"What's this all about?
"General. I want to be sure it's you.
...... You've got to be kidding me. It would be an insult to the kingdom of Noa Curio.

　The knight with the Slumbering God's Eye is frightened when he hears the word insult to the kingdom.
　Marks, too, was lost in thought at this moment. He thought that he could break up the relationship with Noah Curio if he cast suspicion on the commander of the stationed troops. Marks' own position would also be in a very bad situation.

　But...
　Marks felt like he was ready to roll off the top of the mountain.
　What if things were as he feared?　Even the slightest hope would be lost.
　Right now, I'm the only one who can protect Ciel-Tayla. ......!

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　Patrick tried to brush it away.
　It was as if an adult was holding back and comparing strength with a child.
　It's as if he's struggling not to show his true strength, and it's making him clumsy.

　The silver wire wraps around Patrick's arm.
　Then, all twenty stones embedded in the disk glowed with a white light.

"Gosh, ......!
"No way, this is crazy!　It's out of our measurement range!　There's no way a human could have this much holy qi in their body!
Holy Beast Master!　You did this!

　Marks reflexively drew his sword and thrust it at Morgana.
　Morgana stood there with a calm expression on her face, not wavering a bit.

　Morgana has turned Patrick into a holy beast and is controlling him. ......
　It was only natural that Marks had come up with that idea. After all, it was the same thing they had done to Zhislan.

　Hearing Marks' shouting, several knights waiting outside stepped in. They were Marks' men who were supposed to take him to Wesara.

"Seize it!　If the holy beast shows any suspicious behavior, I don't care, behead it immediately!
Oh, dear. We can't afford to lose too many men here.

　Morgana was lassoed and Patrick was wrapped in mithril chains. Morgana was also gagged with a gag that had the power to ward off evil. Morgana can move the holy beast by telepathy or verbal command over a very short distance. If her speech and magic are blocked, she will be unable to move the beast.
　Surprisingly, the two (or one and one) did not resist at all.

"Spread the word!　Stop the march!　This general is a fake!

　There was a sense of relief in Marks that he had held his ground at the precipice, and a sense of urgency that the situation had deteriorated beyond belief.
　What the hell is God? What's the Baptismal Stigma? Isn't he just a madman?

　Morgana was still smiling serenely.
　That was hateful and creepy to Marks.