Remove the iron armor and throw it on the floor. The sword is also removed from his waist and placed under his pillow. Both of these items gave me a leaden weight on my body. Finally, I sat down on the bed.

　It was a strange feeling. It was as if my legs were not used to sitting, as if they were wondering why they didn't have to work. Then it occurred to me. Oh yeah, it had been a few days since I'd sat down.

　A strange sense of weakness and a feeling of blood slowly spreading throughout my legs. It would be a pity for my body if I overworked it any further. I haven't even eaten any preserved food for dinner, but I think I'd better lie down in bed. I'm sure God will tell you so.

　So I lay in bed in a daze, finally feeling sleepy from exhaustion. I hear a woman's voice in the next room.

　Oh no, I thought, and clicked my tongue in my mind. Normally, I kept my distance from the night watchmen and guards, or went to bed early when I could stay at the inn, like tonight.

　If it were just a woman's voice, I wouldn't think anything of it. But it was a voice that was strangely lustrous and had a definite s*xiness to it. The woman's high-pitched voice easily crept through the walls.

　I cover my eyes with my arms and cover myself with a thin blanket. For a time, it was somewhat better, but as the night brought silence, the voice became more pronounced and struck my ears.

"You've got me there, .......

　He muttered in a whisper and sat up without turning on the light. You'll be able to find a lot more than just a few of them. As he chewed, the slight flavor distracted him.

　But the woman's voice still echoed. I can hear her calling the man's name. The name, and the woman's voice that continued to echo, were both familiar.

　They both belonged to the party accompanying him on his journey to salvation, no doubt.

"Hello, Rougis.

You are sure you want to be Lugis-san again today?

　The man's voice was a little higher and gentler than that of a savior.

No problem. It's better that I take the watch. It's easier to move in case of emergency.

　I think that was true at first.

　In fact, I'm the one with the best night vision, and I'm the one who can buy time with my body in case of emergency.

　But lately it's been different. I volunteered to be the night watchman because I genuinely felt uncomfortable. I don't know if it was the way the women were looking at me, or the atmosphere. Anyway, it was much better for me to be on night watch alone.

　The man who was called the savior kept his eyes downcast for a moment, as if in thought, but when one of the women called him, he bowed and went on his way. He waved his hand lightly and headed for a rocky place a little farther from the party's bed.

　That voice is the fairy princess. So it's her turn today. She squints as she savors the chewing tobacco hidden in her armor. Her voice will not be heard here.

　Our party, known as the party of salvation, is becoming more and more splendid as we travel. Except for me, that is.

　The elven princess, the sorceress, the knightly hero ......, and the bard Alueno.

　All of them are prominent figures in their countries and provinces. To entrust such a large number of people means that this journey is of such importance. Except for me, of course.

　I exhale. A pleasant scent passes through my nostrils, and I feel calmer than I have in a long time.

　As usual, I don't know why someone like me is being sent along on this journey. I don't remember being particularly good, nor do I remember having a status that rivals theirs. His skill with a sword is not particularly noteworthy, and his only special skill is his night vision.

　Perhaps Alueno had something to do with it. That's all I can think of. The only person who would recommend me would be my childhood girlfriend.

　I chewed too much tobacco, and my saliva started to accumulate. I spit it out on the spot and put it away in my armor.

　I was happy at first. Not, of course, because I was going on a great journey, or because I had a chance to prove myself.

　It was because Alueno was with me. She was my childhood friend and most of all my crush. I've been with her for a long time and thought about her for a long time. The journey with her was definitely an exciting one, and I remember leaving my hometown in high spirits.

　Yes, I was definitely a fool at that time. I wonder if I thought I was worthy of such a grand journey of salvation.

　These women who accompany the journey, or rather the Saviors. They are definitely top-notch people and irreplaceable. To them, a person like me must seem like a very boring and unattractive person.

　But it's not that I don't do anything. I do chores, spotting, fighting. I'm doing all the things. But the way they look at me, their eyes are cold. Some of them show it visibly, some of them don't. If I had to guess, I'd say it's cold treatment. But from her point of view, I think she's just giving me the benefit of the doubt.



　Among them, Alueno was the only one who cared for me. Even on this journey, her inherent compassion has not changed. I'm glad to hear that. Yeah, I'm glad.

"Messiah.

　The man is clearly a genius. I can see that. Even just standing next to him in battle, his uncanny strength and responsiveness is astounding. I can't imagine how he acquired such power at such a young age. He is undoubtedly a genius. Unrivaled and overwhelming power.

　And his appearance naturally attracted women. The elf princess, the sorcerer lord, the knightly hero, ...... and even Alueno.

　I'm not sure how long we've been in this relationship. But when I found out, they seemed to be in such a relationship.

　I'm sure that today, somewhere out there, unheard, the man called the Savior and the women are intertwined.

　That's why I have to make up some excuse and look for the place where I can't hear them every night. Recently, I've been on night watch, standing and getting little sleep.

　It's okay if it's other women. All of them are the kind of women a man would want to mess with. Envious is one word for it, but that's okay.

　But if... Just in case. If I hear Alueno's voice...



"...... Is it over?

　Finally, the voices from the next room subsided, and I could catch my breath. Fortunately, it was still deep in the night. Fortunately, it was still deep in the night, and I could sink into my bed and sleep. I reach into the darkness to put my chewing tobacco into my armor.

"So, how long are you going to continue your journey?

　A voice crawled out of the darkness.

　I see a shadow. It's a shadow. The voice is that of a man. Before I know it, it's sitting at the table face to face with me, kicking my armor in the leg.

　Blunder. Even though I was distracted by the voice, I can't believe I didn't notice the intruder until just now. He quickly reached for the sword under his pillow. But...

"That's not polite. But this seemed like the best way to reach you, and it was. Forgive me.

　As I reached for my sword, my body froze in place. In the silence of the night, my heart was beating inside me. I couldn't speak, couldn't even open my mouth.

I should be able to breathe. You're not going to die. Rest assured, I'm only a bringer. I did not sneak in here to harm you!

　He spoke softly, but his words were so rough that it was as if he were watching a bad play. He was an inexplicable, strange man. And what was most perplexing was that I could not catch a glimpse of him. I could see a figure floating in the darkness. But I couldn't recognize any of his clothes, his face, or any of the details.

　It's impossible. I'm confident in my night vision. There's no way I can't see them at this distance with eyes that are so used to the dark.

You tried to recognize it!　But you can't, Lugis. I know your traits well. I know your traits well enough to know that you'll have to take appropriate measures.

　The man calmed his words down, his voice rising again.

　Countermeasures. Why? I don't know why. I don't know anything at all. Why do you need to sneak into my bedroom to take care of me? I'm the least necessary part of this party.

Right there, Lugis. How long are you going to stay in the position you're in now, huh?

　The body still did not move, but the throat rasped slightly.

　The Shadow continued to speak.

I've got good news for you!　Yes, a very good story!　You might be a little wary of me saying this much. You might be a little wary of me saying this much, but I have to say it. It's very, very good!

　No, I'm still wary. I knew there was something wrong with him. He was a failure.



I am the courier. I've brought you an opportunity. I'm giving you one chance. A chance to paint over everything and repaint the picture of your life!