I’m Not a Hero Like You

3. The gloomy reality chokes the breath.(3)

Emperor’s consort.

A being called the Empress of Magic with awe.

Melineos.

And as she belongs to the golden lineage that leads the Berg Empire, of course she also inherits the name of the country and the castle of the golden lineage.

Melineos Berg Enzul.

The Enzul family was not from the beginning of the royal lineage, but now its history has been going on for nearly 300 years.

About 20 years after the invasion of the Demon King of Sorrow.

It is recorded in history as a time of great discord and confusion.

It was a period of chaos that most races could not avoid, but the confusion and conflict were more prominent in the unique human race.

The royal authority weakened by the invasion of the demon king.

The aristocrats began to be greedy to rectify the damage with pride.

The land was destroyed in the aftermath of the war, and to make matters worse, the famine continued for a long time.

In addition, the time when warriors and barbarians from all over the continent who came as mercenaries calmly marched in groups.

Like this, the job of a knight appeared in earnest on the front of history as needed.

In the early days, even those knights were nothing more than armed, selfish mobs and robbers.

The war continued uninterrupted for 10 years after that.

Without trusting each other, only intimidating and trampling on the other by force.

It was also an era that was called the period of barbarism when even faith collapsed.

The Enzul family acted as minor lords at that time as guardians of the Order.

The pope of the time appreciated this point and consecrated him.

Also, with him as the center, chivalry spirit and culture began to be established and systematized on a large scale.

Councils were held in various parts of the continent under the concession of the pope, and restrictions according to regional characteristics began to emerge.

As a knight, there must be no false request, promise, or oath in the oath.

don’t fight on your own

don’t bully the weak

Do not invade the church armed.

Do not kill an unarmed priest.

Do not covet others by force.

Constraints began to be pointed out from the very fundamental to the trivial.

Naturally, the number of articles that were reluctant to pledge increased.

A movement of an organization to punish those who are only knights with such a pattern has also begun to emerge.

Representative examples were wizards and sorcerers who claimed to seek the truth.

They have been ostracized by the church, calling them heretics with hatred.

With this as a starting point, he decided to conform to the church.

Finally, I came to belong to the community of the church.

The image of a mage, a just and fair wizard who would defeat oath-breakers and oath-renegades who were reckless and violent but powerful, was established at this time.

Witches, traditionally evil wizards known to communicate with demons and make terrible deals.

At this point, you are considered a sage with a lot of knowledge.

The human race, who took on such a huge territory, but failed to properly manage and manage it, and only increased the population of the species.

However, the great country of Berg, which had endured without division to the end, proclaimed the Empire and began to spread its power all at once.

It would have to be seen that the successive oaths of loyalty of the lords to be in the sphere of influence led the current empire.

The knight is the guardian of the Order and the shield of the people.

A wizard illuminates the dark path with wise reason and subtle knowledge.

All of this is God’s arrangement.

“… … ??”

She was the empress of such a great empire.

Together.

“Mother, are you awake?”

The body does not move.

As if something was weighing down his entire body.

He trembles and barely raises his arms, but even he falls helplessly, like a bird that has lost its wings.

but ok.

There is someone holding it with one hand.

“… … ?”

L?

Empress Melineos.

Herself and her Majesty’s only daughter whom she loves so much.

But what happened?

She held her hand with her left hand, but for some reason her right arm looked empty.

When I looked up at my face, I saw that even my left eye was covered with something like a golden eyepatch.

haggard complexion.

Her white-jade-like skin had lost its vitality, and was pale and pitiful, like that of marble.

“ah… eww… .”

No voice comes out.

Melineos immediately grasped the situation.

‘dream?’

It’s not just a dream.

The ability that gave me the confidence to be called a great mage.

This is a kind of precognitive dream.

His innate ability that saved the warriors in countless crises.

Intuition beyond intuition.

When she was young, it was just a premonition, but by the time she was called a hero, she had reached a level where she could use it to some extent, if not perfectly.

However, even this is very one-sided.

This is not dealing with, but accepting.

But, what is the situation now?

Why, my daughter’s condition is so miserable… .

“The empire’s well-being has reached a turning point, but don’t worry. Uncle Rueld has also hardened his heart.”

mister?

L? What’s happen?

Couldn’t you call others that way?

Even more so, even if it was the hero Rueldra.

‘Let’s stay calm.’

Melineos. Don’t be shaken, focus on the phenomenon.

What is needed is cool-headed reason and observation based on it.

Figure out the situation. and remember

This is to provide clues to the future to come.

Not necessarily, but if you make a mistake, it will definitely come… .

ominous future.

“eww… Ugh!”

“Don’t overdo it.”

No, you have to ask.

what the hell happened

However, no words come out.

The inside of his throat, as if it had been scorched by fire.

It was a feeling similar to when your lungs were burned at high temperatures after being exposed to the dragon’s breath.

If there was a difference, if it was followed by the terrible pain of burning inside with a high fever in an instant.

Now, the aftertaste has ended and it seems to be completely ruined… .

“I still sometimes look back to see if all of this was a bad dream or a nightmare.”

nightmare?

yes, it’s a nightmare

Melineos longed inwardly for his daughter to go beyond being sentimental and provide him with the information he needed.

“It’s been less than 10 days since I left Obama. Also, my mother… After Mama passed away, I hope the coronation ceremony ended well.”

… … .

You mean he’s dead?

What the hell did Rueld do?

Tears flowed out of my mouth as I felt as if my intestines were being torn apart.

Without any feeling of squeezing, spontaneously.

Not the current self, but Melineos, the original owner of this body… He was weeping, soaked in sorrow and grief.

“Maybe it will be the last.”

last?

“… He will come in a few days.”

he?

“As a pillar of the Empire, I will be faithful to my role. Even at the cost of this life.”

“eww… eww!”

“… Do not worry. Even if you die, wouldn’t you follow Obama’s footsteps? This is an honor to be gladly accepted.”

not. It can’t be!

Even if I die first!

you, you… .

“If the system collapses, Alessius will take care of the mother.”

… Was the child alive?

“Then, let’s go. Please, be comfortable.”

“!!!”

Even though I know this is a dream

Melineos screamed inwardly.

I had mixed feelings with him.

to realize together.

Today’s Melineos, it was not long before he died.

There was no hesitation in Elhermina’s steps as she left her mother’s room.

Even that, at first glance, wasn’t too dangerous.

Click!

In the empty place, where there were no attendants around, a desperate void was established in the splendor.

how long has it been like that

As if breaking that gap, the door opens.

… … A girl entered.

“Ah, I’ve been messing around. I suddenly asked what kind of trick this was, so it was you after all?”

The girl who trudged along resembled gold.

Gorgeous appearance and unstoppable steps to match it.

She was wearing a practical, easy-to-move white dress, but even this looked very simple and ordinary compared to her beauty.

That much, it was exuding an overwhelming presence.

Even if it’s in the worst condition, I won’t recognize it.

Above all, the strange atmosphere that I do not know.

That ferocious sense of intimidation, as if it could tear the air and even space down.

Truly, it awakens memories like a nightmare.

Rumble!

Kicking the chair close to the bed, she put her butt down on it and crossed her legs.

My thoughts naturally break, and I sharpen my senses to her again.

“Yeah man. So why did you invite me to such a delightful place… Oh, what is it? Didn’t I invite you, but did I come along as if I was caught? This, this, this, it’s so much fun.”

He seemed to infer something, but he quickly came to a conclusion.

but still.

Melineos wondered what the situation was, and what the identity of the girl who had come before his eyes was.

Still, I couldn’t fully determine it.

“Right. If you and I mix well and gaslight, there is room for Kariel to become a demon king, is that a possibility? Hey, this is really interesting.”

“… … ?”

what… sound, now?

“It’s hard to figure out what’s going on with your body in that shape, right? I will tell you briefly.”

For instance.

Kariel became the Demon King.

It’s throwing the world into a catastrophe.

Explanation finished in less than 5 seconds.

By the way, what a simple, yet terrible summary.

“Half of the nine heroes are dead, including your husband. Seeing that, Rueld also made up his mind to kill his own son.”

Then all of a sudden

“Hmm, hmm… .”

The girl who covered her mouth.

“Kuh! Kkeuk! Oh wait. i this… Kut! Kkeuk! Khehehe!”

It’s as if Chimi couldn’t stand the laughter.

No, it doesn’t end there.

“Ha ha ha! Ahh! Ahahaha! wow crazy! Yaya! I’m going to rot my teeth! Run it! So delicious! wine! Bring some cheese and wine! wow real! Isn’t that an exciting scenario? What is this earthly paradise?! yes man! Did you mean to drown me in this happiness?!”

A girl who trembled all over and laughed cheerfully, joyfully, and willingly.

Half-sprawled, he struggled, forgetting to hold onto his boat, laughing and laughing again and again.

“Ahh! Teeth rot! Gotta wear it in moderation! what’s this?! I didn’t really have any intention of taking revenge, but you’re saying that this could go on like this? hey! really! really! What is the knowledge of the Great Demon King? As always, nothing but awe!”

“Keep, keke!”

“Ah, the vocal chords are all baked, so don’t try. Enjoy this situation too. Isn’t it so much fun?”

The golden girl bursts into laughter.

Eventually, that smile and laughter reconciled with madness and shook the entire vast palace in which he was placed.

“Oh, I feel like crying! It’s so hilarious! I want to see the ending as much as possible, but… Well, it seems like your mind can’t stand it any longer. Is this like an observed parallel world? I’m really curious about the principle. It’s hard to understand even in the realm of wisdom, isn’t it a superpower? By the way, am I a truly blessed person here? I think everything must have been so much fun… .”

Even then.

As if she hadn’t laughed like that before, the girl returned with a blunt face.

“So, do you know who I am?”

“… … .”

At that mischievous question, Melineos realizes.

The thing in front of me is something worse than a nightmare.

and.

I know this

I knew that.

“But, if I bring this memory to reality, I don’t care, but another slaughterhouse will unfold for Kariel. Well, then, would it be a bit like the world now? Or are you going to slit his throat to stop it?”

Trouble follows.

what trouble?

“It is very pleasant to have a child wallow in hell, but I like everything matured. Wines and cheeses that emit a rich aroma after aging. Anyway, other than that, various things.”

So.

“I’m sorry, but please leave this memory alone.”

“?!?!”

“I’ll remember it someday, but not now. And, on the other hand, wasn’t it really fortunate?”

I use my own good will.

“Is that how you protect the friendship between your warriors?”

no.

Can not be done!

This memory, never, ever must be taken with you!

“Don’t resist, kid.”

in the first place.

“Even if you try to embarrass me with magic or magic in front of the demon king, in my eyes you and your teacher are nothing more than cubs of ants.”

Yes.

Although Melineos himself is called the great mage and the great witch.

The decisive ability that she contributed to the world as a hero is.

Just like right now… prophecy, example.

It was because of this ability to peek into the future.

By the way… If only we could have peeked at this harmony, predicted it, prevented it, and dealt with it.

the devil king

why are you… It’s only after death that such tricks… ?

no.

‘The dead… No?’

then.

What is this girl in front of me right now?

The moment when Melineos realizes this and is about to spit out astonishment along with shudder.

Her consciousness also snapped like a broken rope.

-Ah, I wanted to see the ending.

At the end of that unfortunate word.

Drenched in sweat, she awoke from her bed.

“what… dream… was it?”

I shuddered at the seriousness.

I don’t remember anything at all.

I must remember

Forget, never forget!

I just trembled for a while with anxiety thanks to the aftermath, and then trembled again.

“Are you okay?”

“… … .”

oh

you’re alive

I don’t know why, but at that kind question, Melineos shed tears and fell into his arms.

my half body.

my everything

he holds himself

Not as an emperor, but as a hero and his own rightful stakeholder.

At least.

As for Empress Melineos, this happiness of being able to possess and monopolize him.

I never, never wanted to forget.