Schreiaschwald and Doishunomuharuto were retaken as frontline cities to protect Klinshberbach, the royal castle. I recently learned to say their names without stumbling.
The Asht Imperial Knight Order, the White Lily Corps, and the Annihilation Brigade suffered heavy casualties retaking Doishunomuharuto.
If we had been allowed to use complete destruction from the start, simply deploying Sophia, Rufina, and Orietta would have erased the Demon Army and the city without a trace.
However, doing so would delay Harmonia’s reconstruction. As a Hero, such an action would be criticized by future historians.
Defeating the enemy with minimal damage. It’s easy to say, but difficult to do. Furthermore, while our numbers were equal, the enemy had more than five times our combat power. The fact that we overcame that difference, I deserve more praise. My salary should be increased.
“Is there anything you want?”
For my first salary, I wanted to buy something for my parents, but I don’t have any in this world. If I were to spend it, I’d want to spend it on the White Lily Corps. When I saw the pay stub for my first salary as a Hero, I fist-pumped internally.
I asked Mickey, who was lying naked on the bed. I’ll ask others too, of course. I just asked him because he was nearby, no ulterior motives. Priscilla, you’re choking him.
“Are you going to buy me something?”
I’ll buy you something! A see-through negligee. Or perhaps a garter belt. Though it seems Manon would suit that better.
“Shopping? I have something I want too.”
Sophia will probably want tea or some rare food. I’d like to go on a picnic when things are peaceful. Sandwiches eaten on the battlefield get stuck in my throat.
“You’ll buy it for me!?”
For Alana, how about a high-quality comb? It would further enhance the beauty of her coat. Though it’ll get messy on the bed afterward.
“…”
I should buy some flowers. Even the most beautiful flowers pale in comparison to Christine. I want to float rose petals in a bath and share it with her.
Now then, should I throw Priscilla or push her down before I die? Looking at her swaying chest makes me hesitate.
“Ugh…”
“Priscilla! The Captain is going to die!”
“Grandpa!”
He was flirting with a girl on the other side of the Sanzu River. He died at eighty-two, I believe. I want to age like that.
“What about Grandpa?”
He was there! I saw him! He was flirting! He took her home! I want to age like that.
“It’s nothing… Everyone, let’s wake up soon. The room smells…”
The blood shed to retake Doishunomuharuto was taken as sustenance, and I replenished it with white liquid as requested, heh.
“That’s right, let’s go shopping. Are the shops open?”
That’s probably not possible. It’s only been two days since we took Doishunomuharuto. The day we took it, I was busy with post-battle tasks, and after returning the next day, I was fighting in bed until now.
People won’t gather in a city that’s not yet considered safe. Fortunately, I had my pick of love hotels, but I had to clean them myself.
“Let’s go shopping when we get back to the Royal Capital. I also need to meet with Asht’s higher-ups…”
Yellow boos! “Ehhh!” and “How cruel!” and “Let’s do more!” Is this a chorus group or what!? Is this Vienna!?
“The clean-up should be finished, and we need to plan our next strategy. playtime is over.”
With a reluctant pull on my short, backward-swept hair, I parted ways with the White Lily Corps. I have to meet with Asht and Rothfar to discuss the future. Please, don’t actually pull my hair.
“Sorry… I’m late?”
I headed to Marquis Ulysses Fowler, Commander-in-Chief of the Asht Expeditionary Army. Third Prince Markbaimer Rothfar of Rothfar was also there. Now, let’s be a Kramer.
“You’re late, Count Shin!”
Even though I’m ten minutes earlier than scheduled, I’m being scolded right at the start. But I’m the Hero. I’m the most important person in the Allied Forces! Even though I’m a Count, I can order a Marquis!
“My apologies (the girls wouldn’t let me go).”
I’m an adult… In terms of rank, the Count is lower. I should act like an adult and be obedient. To ensure the conversation flows smoothly.
“Did you manage to pick up some girls?”
You bastard, Rothfar! You’re right! But there’s no prize! Instead, I’ll flood your office with complaint calls to the point of obstruction of business.
“That’s right… More importantly, I’d like an explanation as to why our brigade continued to attack with catapults even after we opened the South Gate. We should have been in contact!”
That forced us to charge twice. The first time was fine; it went well and only resulted in injuries.
The second time, I thought the Annihilation Brigade would collapse, and the White Lily Corps also sustained injuries! Although, they were injured enough to share a bed the next day.
It was a close call, but we sent word from inside to open the gate. We even waved a flag; it was standard operating procedure.
“We received no contact, and we thought the Golem was the enemy. It was far away.”
“What!”
What are you talking about!? There isn’t a single person in the Annihilation Brigade who would disobey Christine’s orders! And about the Golem, wasn’t the plan for the Golem to wave the flag!? If you can’t see it, get glasses or contacts!
“Count Shin, isn’t that enough? We’ve already retaken Doishunomuharuto.”
Is this guy in on it too? Asht must have suffered damage when they closed the gate! Am I the only one angry? Rothfar made the mistake… Could they really be involved with each other? Is it possible that those two are in a romantic relationship?
I felt like I shouldn’t interrupt their relationship and wanted to leave, but I can’t because we need to discuss future plans.
The question is which of the three cities to the north we should attack next, and that was decided easily. Runelius Fine is the largest city for heading to Lauenstein, with Etovaar Tabaul to the east and Anaheim Offen, through which we came, to the west.
If we’re going to attack, it should be Etovaar Tabaul to the east. Attacking here would connect us to Runebergzach in the Dwarf territory and the territory of Count Knorr, a prominent noble of Harmonia.
Especially since Count Knorr has left his family in his territory, he’ll be able to fight with peace of mind if the path is connected. If we can also secure supplies, that would be ideal.
“We decided this without Queen Bryughen present, but I don’t think there will be a problem. However, Asht cannot advance further. The damage from this battle and the attack on Klinshberbach was too great. We want to wait for reinforcements from the mainland before advancing further.”
Asht deployed their ultra-vibrational weapons and were active on the battlefield, but their casualties were higher than other countries. I heard about the reinforcements sent after conquering Klinshberbach during the meeting, but until then, our mission will be to defend the two cities, I suppose.
“About how long until the reinforcements arrive?”
“About a month. Until then, we want to gather information and locate the Demon Lord’s whereabouts.”
A month of paid leave! I’ve only just become a full-time Hero, and I get a whole month off! My wallet is warm with my recent salary. I’ll go back to Klinshberbach for a shopping date.
“Understood. The White Lily Corps and the Annihilation Brigade will remain stationed in Schreiaschwald. We will also allocate personnel for information gathering.”
“Yeah. Do your best~”
I’ll give you prank calls. I won’t let you sleep at night. Or perhaps I’ll paint your horse carriage like a “painful” car.
“I’d like Rothfar to practice his catapult tossing. Well then, excuse me.”
I have to at least say that much back. Don’t underestimate the Hero. If there was straw, I’d do a Ushi no Koku Mairi ritual.
“What do you think of that Hero, Mikael Sin?”
“He is strong. I don’t consider him particularly brilliant, but he has never lost a battle that we’ve investigated.”
“That’s problematic. The Allied Forces are advancing favorably, and the existence of an individual with outstanding power… well.”
“The White Lily Corps he leads also possesses inhuman strength.”
“And that’s all thanks to Mikael Sin, isn’t it?”
“…What shall we do?”
“We must nip potential future troubles in the bud… Should we summon the Prisoner Unit?”
“That…? That was intended as a countermeasure against Asht…”
“We must use the inhuman against the inhuman after all. And the monsters hunted in Sandrine are progressing well, aren’t they? Let’s give them a place to die.”
“…Understood. When shall we execute it?”
“Before Asht can gather their forces. If a new Hero isn’t dispatched, it will affect the command of the Allied Forces.”
“As you command.”
