Several months have passed since Kelvin was urged to reflect. During this time, each person has been preparing for the ceremony, training, studying, and practicing their faith more than ever, eating curry, and asking for seconds—in short, dedicating themselves to what they deemed necessary.
The rumors of the wedding ceremony between groom Kelvin and his seven brides are spreading smoothly throughout the world, thanks to Kelvin’s name recognition as an S-Rank Adventurer. Information is beginning to flow not only from the Eastern Continent, the central location of the wedding, but also from Academy City Lumiest and the Labyrinth Country Pub, and is spreading throughout the entire Western Continent.
“Hey, did you hear? That S-Rank Adventurer Kelvin is getting married soon? And he’s marrying seven women!”
“Huh!? He’s going to have that many wives? No no, he’s not royalty or nobility, that’s too greedy!”
“Oh, you don’t know? S-Rank Adventurers are like nobles, you know? They’re not affiliated with any country, but they’re given a lifelong noble title by the Adventurer Guild.”
“Really? But isn’t marrying seven wives at once a sign of someone with rather peculiar tastes…?”
““That’s certainly true.””
However, the accuracy of the rumors seems to vary greatly depending on the location. In some places, stories are circulating that Kelvin, having been approached by women, forcefully proposed to them. While a normal one-on-one wedding ceremony might not be questioned, such a one-on-seven format as this is almost unprecedented, likely serving as a catalyst for suspicion. Furthermore, some people misinterpret the information about Kelvin listed in the “Adventurer’s,” and embellish stories at pubs. It seems that those who intentionally spread false information never cease to exist in any era.
Fortunately, the negative rumors were limited to a very small minority. Countries that originally had a relationship with Kelvin, and people who understood how to interact with S-Rank Adventurers, were not swayed by such false stories. For example, how is the Fire Country Furnis, which Kelvin once visited, responding to this news?
“Wh-What!? ‘Grim Reaper’ Kelvin is getting married soon, you say!? Minister, why have you overlooked such crucial information until now?! This concerns the survival of the country!”
“Y-Yes! It seems that the wedding ceremony will be held primarily on the Eastern Continent, and it took us considerable time for the news to reach the Western Continent…!”
It appeared that the King and Minister of Furnis were arguing before any response could be formulated.
“Also, it seems that invitations to the ceremony have only been sent to a select few, and it has not been officially announced yet—”
“—Enough! I don’t need such foolish excuses! Although our stay was brief, my country and Kelvin’s entourage formed a bond of friendship! What if we offend them by not sending even a word of congratulation?! It could lead to a major problem!?”
“Then, prepare it with all haste!”
“W-Wait! …Are there to be a total of seven ceremonies, all held in different locations?”
“Yes, that’s what we’ve confirmed.”
“Hmm… In that case, change the content of the congratulatory messages for each ceremony. Investigate thoroughly all elements such as the brides’ preferences and personalities, and the customs of each venue, and also include wedding gifts. It is permitted to make this the highest priority of the civilian officials’ duties!”
“Yes!”
“And make sure to review the domestic management system so that the populace doesn’t spread any malicious rumors! S-Rank Adventurers have ears everywhere; you never know who is listening! By no means slander the ‘Grim Reaper’! They have ridiculously good hearing, you know! Bak is especially amazing! We’ll be punished again!”
“Your Majesty, you are speaking too loudly! The Queen might hear you!”
( ( ( ( (His voice is too loud… ) ) ) )
While there was a bit of loud arguing, the result was a sensible response. Later, Kelvin commented, “That country’s consideration is still amazing. I can’t believe it’s the same country Bak married into!”
Meanwhile, in the quiet town of Pars, Kelvin’s home, an incredible excitement had been palpable for days. The entire town was filled with a festive atmosphere, and travelers and tourists who happened to visit the area were wide-eyed at the unusual scene.
“Huh, is there some kind of festival today?”
“What, you don’t know? The S-Rank Adventurer Kelvin, the hero of this town, is getting married soon. Ever since that news spread, Pars has been this lively every day.”
“A wedding ceremony? I-No, no, S-Rank Adventurers are certainly impressive, but it’s just a personal ceremony, isn’t it? If it were a king’s wedding, I could understand, but this level of excitement for just that seems a bit much?”
“Hey, hey, you really don’t know anything, do you? Among Kelvin’s brides are Princess Shutra of the Military Nation of Trisen and Lady Colette of the Divine Emperor’s Kingdom Delamis.”
“…Huh? Trisen and Delamis? You mean, Shutra-sama and the Shrine Maiden Colette-sama?”
“That’s right, those two. Let me tell you, this is serious. Both are undeniably great nations, and they are the individuals most anticipated for their future. Can you understand even a little that it’s on a different level from a royal wedding?”
“Ah, ah, honestly, I still can’t believe it…”
“Well, if it’s your first time hearing about it, that’s a natural reaction. But you know, this wedding ceremony will surely strengthen the ties between the Eastern Continent’s nations? After all, Kelvin is also close friends with the Northern Beast Kingdom Gaun and the Southern Water Country Traase.”
“Even Gaun and Traase!?”
“Hahaha, what a wonderful look of surprise! No, it’s true, not long ago things were dangerous with the Demon King’s disturbance and all that, but now it’s like that time was a dream. All thanks to Lord Kelvin!”
The townsfolk are celebrating this joyous occasion and at the same time hoping for a peaceful future. Even if there are any issues between nations, Kelvin will surely act as a bridge and help resolve them! Many people are thinking that way. However, the very person who is the focus of such expectations is someone who seeks conflict more than anyone else in this world—the world is indeed a strange place.
“Well, while we’re hoping for that, Kelvin is a battle maniac through and through and is always looking for a fight anywhere, anytime! And that, in turn, leads to peace, so the world is interesting, isn’t it?”
“Ehh…?”
Mind you, it seems the townsfolk understand Kelvin’s tastes and preferences very well, even as they hold such expectations.
