Redra was embarrassed to say with her own mouth. All the more because Ian believed she could do it.


    In order for me to use a sword, I need the Captain. But now, even if Madam is here, maybe.., she hesitated when she felt someones gaze.


    The Empress was escaping in the same direction as them. She red at Laritte with eyes full of malice. At this time, if the Duchess were killed, the me could be put on the Dragon.


    Bartolt, can you defeat that knight and kill the Duchess?


    He turned to look at Redra.


    ..Yes, certainly.


    Without Ian, ording to his knowledge, Redras sword was useless. Therefore, he could easily carry out her orders without a problem.


    Alright, lets not fail this time!


    The sword he pulled out of his sheath glistened under the sunlight.


    Rogue dragons were always a threat against humans. The mes emitted from its mouth could set off houses in zes, and ws harder than iron could tear people apart.


    However, the subjugation of the dragon in the castle was being carried out efficiently.


    Fire! Look out for the fire!


    The knights moved like one body. They had no choice but to block the attack with a thick iron shield, even though the burning reached their skin beneath their metal armors.


    However, it was different if Ian had one.


    The dragon spewed mes at him. The firewhich simply could melt an armorwas effortlessly divided in half around Ian.


    In it, he was fine. He continued to conduct.


    Forward!


    Thepetency of a knight was different depending on the ledger.


    As they looked at Ian, their will grew stronger.


    As expected of a Swordmaster!


    They received chills at the sight of Ian with glowing eyes scarred with blood. He looked like he wanted to slice off his enemys breath. Thank God, he was their ally.


    Meanwhile, Ian muttered something.


    -


    Everyone was curious.


    What did he say?


    It was clear that he said something incredible. His expression said so.


    Actually, it was like this.


    Laritte..


    Haa


    I miss you, Laritte


    It came to his mind that he should be away from her, but soon he abandoned that thought.


    All he needed was her.


    I shall bury all my desires so that I can see her smile whenever she does.


    The reason for his anger was that there were many obstacles to achieving that wish.


    Ian stared at the dragon. Each scale of it wasrger than the palm of his hand, but he was not afraid. He was determined enough to kill them all.


    He ran his fingers over his hair. Dark hair that was flowing with the wind fell over his eye.


    The knights were thrilled, saying he was very cool, but Ians thoughts were filthy.


    If anyone touches Laritte again, I will have their limbs chopped into pieces.


    And sent them to all corners of the earth.


    Back away from the spear ande under the shield!


    Move your shields forward!


    The knights yelled beside him.


    They roared, putting their full trust in Ian.


    Redra and Laritte ran through a narrow path, with smaller castles on each side.


    The dragons eyes are likely to be directed on a wide road. This!


    Pant, pant.


    Youre doing great, Madam!


    It was when Redra encouraged Laritte to run along, she felt something creeping behind her neck.


    Something is aiming for us!


    She felt the trajectorying their way and pulled out her two-handed sword.


    At the same time, Bartolts and Redras swords collided with each other. Her hands trembled with the weight of his strength.


    Bartolt!


    Redra noticed the Empress behind Bartolt and figured out everything.


    You bxstxrds! Aiming for the Madam at this time!


    She fumbled her thoughts for a moment.


    Should I send Madam first? Or not?


    To beat Bartolt, there was only one means to use her sword. In other words, if she didnt send Laritte, she had a chance of winning.


    Theres a risk of putting the Madams life in danger at the hands of Bartolt after he gets rid of me.


    However, if Laritte was sent ahead, Redra would definitely die here.


    Redra made her choice after contemting for a while.


    Madam, run!


    Just because Laritte was present, it was hard to pledge that she would necessarily trigger the swords power. She couldnt risk Larittes life on something she hadnt done yet.


    This was the principle of a knight.


    Redra confronted Bartolt as she pushed Laritte away.


    If you exit the alley, find a crowded ce. Not only will it be difficult for the dragon to trudge that distance, but there will be no more tricks like this.


    Bartoltughed at Redra.


    Do you mean you dont want to show your master that you die?


    Madam!!


    Laritte hesitated for a while but soon ran away as Redra said.


    Redra properly caught her two-handed sword.


    If I die, I wont die in vain!


    The Empress shouted at Bartolt.


    That Dukes wife is escaping!


    I can catch up to her after killing this knight!


    Redra was grinning, your master doesnt seem to trust you, huh? You didnt choose the wrong master to serve, did you?


    Lets talk about your poor skills.


    Bartolts provocation rubbed her ears.


    What? I thought the Swordmaster did say it. Or is it just you who doesnt know that the 5th Swordmaster is here already?


    She was determined to ruin her opponents mood. So that Laritte could escape.


    She had no proper pitching or armor. Because she didnt think the Capital would be attacked.


    Bartolt tried not to fall for her tricks.


    His voice was deep, Redra Rei, you were a good soldier. Ill remember your name.


    Sorry, Ive forgotten the name of the knight who forgot about himself a long time ago.


    Just in time, came the Empresss voice.


    Bartolt!! If the Duchess survives, I will cut your neck!


    Bartolt was being attacked from both sides.


    He bit his lips.


    They stared at each other as they took abat position.


    Laritte, who was running alone, nced back. Before she knew it, she was too far to see Redra and Bartolt anymore.


    She looked around, searching, as she collected her breaths. Her eyes stayed on the horizon of the road.


    Huff, huff


    That man said Redra was going to die.


    Ian will be sad if she dies. Because hes a very affectionate man.


    And.. Laritte would be sad, too.


    At that time, someone standing beside her grabbed her arm.


    Did Bartolt already defeat Redra?


    Madam, what are you doing here? You have to leave!


    Luckily, it was Lady Ste of the Marquis family from her hobby club. Her tied hair was a mess, perhaps because she fell down.


    Larittes nk eyes looked at Ste. She held her hands.


    I need your help, friend.


    Pardon?


    After agonizing, Ste chose to listen to her over running away.


    Tell me.


    Laritte told her what happened.


    So Lady Redra Rei is left alone.


    And, the Empress looked mad. It always worried me that her eyes were not like ordinary people!


    Ste struggled to answer.


    Amid the chaos, she also lost her diamond ringwhich she had cherished since she was 10.


    She didnt mean to go find the ring. Life came first.


    However, she couldnt pass Larittes request after she called her friend.


    I must make a choice.


    An angel and a demon popped up in her head. The angel told her to help Laritte, while the devil was already defeated by that angel a long time ago.


    Darn it! Theres nothing else I can do!


    Hobby club stays forever!


    Ste led Laritte back to where Laritte came from.