Afterword: Delia Arpen (top)
One.
After the first semester final exams are over.
The girls’ dormitory at Arsene Academy was literally empty. This was because summer vacation began as soon as the exam schedule ended.
Each student returned to their hometown, and only a few students with no place to go remained in the academy’s dormitory.
Of course, there were some people who did not bother to leave and stayed in the dormitory even though they had a place to return to.
A representative example is Delia Arpen.
The reason she, the princess of the principality, stayed here was because she had some work to do before returning.
“Sorry, I’m a little late, right?”
At that time, the closed door burst open.
What appeared next was a girl with black hair.
It was Noah Darshen. She scratched her cheek with an expression of disapproval, but Delia responded with a voice that did not seem to bother her.
“are you okay. “Because it’s not too late.”
“uh? okay?”
“Perticia and Laurea didn’t come.”
No sooner had Delia finished answering.
Suddenly, a black shadow rose up from the floor. The person who appeared next was a girl with white hair and red eyes.
“hi.”
A being with the face of a young Perticia.
It was Tisha, the spirit of the abyss.
Meanwhile, Delia frowned at the appearance of an uninvited guest.
“what? “What about Perticia?”
“They say they’re busy. “So I came instead.”
Even though I don’t like it, I can understand it.
With Chartrand, the emperor of Leuven, gone, Perticia became the clear candidate for the next emperor, and she became very busy.
-hello. It’s been a while, everyone.
At that time, a familiar voice was heard from the crystal ball I had placed on the cushion. Suddenly, a face as familiar as the voice appeared.
Saint Laurea.
In response to her greeting from a remote contact from Seongguk, Delia responded by lightly tapping her chin.
“It seems like everyone has gathered here.”
No sooner had Delia finished speaking.
Paaaaaa!
The dark interior became brighter. She could see the girl who had been trapped in the dark with him.
A blonde girl bound by magic chains.
It was Ibella Eleaad.
“Then, the hearing will begin now.”
Today is the day of the hearing on Ibella’s violation of the agreement.
In order to proceed normally, Delia removed the amulet of aphorism attached to Ibella’s mouth.
“Puh-ha!”
At the same time, a loud sigh came out.
As if I could finally breathe. Soon, Bella glared at Delia with her fierce eyes.
“hey! “What are you doing all of a sudden?”
“I don’t know, why don’t you ask?”
“I don’t know so I’m asking! What are you doing by bringing me here? “Aren’t you going to solve this?!”
Ibella struggled to escape the magical chains, but it was no use. Because Delia was a powerful wizard comparable to the strength of the Master.
Moreover, that chain is a newly created magic designed together with Noah. In other words, it could not be lifted without Delia’s permission.
“I will release you after the hearing.”
“So what does that mean… … .”
When Ibella was complaining that it was unfair, Laurea, who had been silent, opened her mouth.
-It’s about violating the ‘agreement’.
Ibella, Delia, and Noah.
Perticia, and even Laurea.
The five girls with Ulan in mind made an agreement immediately after the threat of the Abyss disappeared.
What you can do and what you shouldn’t do.
Among them, the most important clause was by far the following: ‘To be alone with Ulan, the consent of the other four is required.’
“But this time it was force majeure. “We just took a test together, so what can you do with me?”
Ibella immediately refuted.
Of course, there are special provisions for exceptions in situations where everyone has no choice but to agree.
In other words, the fact that he was with Ulan for a day is not in itself a violation of the agreement.
But even taking this into account, Ibella has serious violations. Laurea, who had heard of this in advance, calmly accepted the rebuttal.
-Of course I understand that. But you and Ulan took a bath alone?
“Well, that’s… … !”
Ibella was about to say something but closed her mouth.
It was because I had nothing to say. Because the words came from his own mouth, not from anyone else. So, with her shameless face, she responded as if she was being gutted.
“… … “It just happened to be like that.”
“If you do what, how, it will happen!”
Delia’s voice grew louder.
It was accompanied by an expression of bewilderment.
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“Furthermore, according to the agreement, he even destroyed the watcher’s eyes that were attached. “This clearly shows that there was no intention to keep the agreement.”
“I didn’t break that?”
“Don’t lie. Because I know that you incited and destroyed Ulan. “There is evidence.”
The watcher’s eye that Delia attached has a recording function. That means they also have a recording of the conversation between Ulan and Ibella.
Did you realize this too late?
Instead of making excuses, Ibella avoided eye contact and looked the other way. Seeing her shameless appearance, Delia held her head as if she was in pain.
“… … Anyway, we have to take action regarding the violation, so if you have any opinions, please tell us.”
Punishment for violations of the convention is necessary.
That way, other guys won’t easily violate the agreement in the future. Everyone except Ibella agreed with this claim.
-Well, how about disqualification?
At that time, Laurea gave her opinion.
The most certain and stern decision.
This means depriving them of their membership in the agreement. However, Delia’s response was lukewarm.
“Well, actually, that’s neat, but… … .”
Delia, who was speechless, looked back at Ibella.
An expression that says if you want to try it, give it a try. Delia looked back at her Noah and asked.
“… … “Do you think it’s possible?”
“It must be difficult. “In fact, there is a possibility that they will use the fact that they were released from the agreement as an excuse to attack them further.”
Just as Noah said.
Of course, using force to prevent Ulan from approaching was an option, but that was a realistically impossible measure.
Because Ybella was a strong master.
Like now, binding her with magic chains was barely successful when she was caught off guard. Therefore, Laurea’s suggestion was useless.
“Noah, do you have any opinions?”
“Hmm, how about something like no access?”
“Tell me in detail.”
“Isn’t it okay if we limit access to Ulan during the summer vacation period?”
What came next was a realistic alternative.
At that time, Ibella screamed.
“no! “Isn’t it okay at all?!”
It was natural. The academy’s summer vacation lasts about two weeks, and if she doesn’t meet Ulan during that time, it’s like losing the joy in her life.
However, except for her, the four girls talked without paying any particular attention to Ibella.
-However, that opinion also has a blind spot. If Ulan approaches first, there is no way to stop him.
“Oh, after hearing it… … .”
It certainly is.
Even if you block Ibella’s approach, it will be useless if Ulan moves first.
It was around this time that Noah’s proposal was rejected.
The Spirit of the Abyss, who had been eating candy in silence until now, raised his hand.
“Perticia expressed her opinion.”
“huh? really?”
“say it. “What is your opinion?”
Delia asks straight away.
The spirit of the abyss tapped its head as if thinking for a moment and then revealed Perticia’s message.
“How about we just take turns one by one and spend a day alone with Ulan?”
An opinion in favor of compensation, not punishment.
At those words, a faint look appeared in the eyes of Delia, Noah, and Laurea. It seemed much better than the previous opinions.
“Not bad? “What do you guys think?”
“Yes, that might be a possibility.”
-yes. This is the most peaceful solution.
It was the moment when Perticia’s opinion was adopted.
Of course, Ibella struggled, saying that she could never admit it, but the four girls continued what they wanted to say as if they could not hear anything.
“Then, let’s decide the turn.”
Who will spend time with Ulan first?
Hearing Delia’s words, Laurea suddenly let out a heavy sigh. Then, with a look of disappointment on her face, she grumbled in response.
-Phew, it’s a pity, but I’m having a hard time right now. So I’ll postpone my turn.
“Same goes for Perticia. “I’m so busy right now that I don’t have time to relax.”
With Laurea and Perticia gone, only Delia and Noah are left. The two girls looked at each other and nodded with a faint smile.
“Then, if we both decide, it will be okay.”
“Yes, let’s do that.”
After finishing deciding the order.
Delia looked back at Laurea and Perticia and announced that all business was over.
“I will conclude the hearing with this.”
-Yes, see you later.
Laurea waved her hand and disappeared.
The spirit of the abyss also bowed its head to everyone and disappeared into the shadows without a sound.
After everyone disappeared, Delia finally released Ibella’s bonds. Now that she was free, Bella screamed as she ran amok.
“This is invalid! “You didn’t have my consent!”
“The violator’s consent is not required. “In the first place, you brought this on yourself.”
Delia fights back without losing.
The two girls glared at each other with menacing eyes, without any regard for who came first.
Afterwards, an uproar almost broke out, but fortunately nothing that was feared happened. It was because Ulan came to her, asking to have a meal with her.
After a noisy day.
After Ibella, it was decided that I would be alone with Ulan. It was Delia Arpen.
2.
About three days later.
Delia left the academy with Ulan and boarded a carriage heading to the Principality of Arpen.
However, we weren’t going alone.
“… … Delia.”
“why?”
“Why are you taking me away?”
Noah, the black-haired girl, asked back.
Delia answered lightly, as if asking something so simple.
“I was wondering if you would cooperate with Ibella.”
“Oh, no way. “That wouldn’t have happened.”
“What if he holds a knife to your throat? “Can you say the same thing back then as now?”
“Uh, that’s… … .”
Honestly, I’m not sure.
Ibella’s characteristic feature is a strong sense of jealousy. If you were blind to this, you wouldn’t know what you would do.
“Anyway, there’s nowhere to go during vacation, right? That’s why I brought it here.”
“I see. I understand.”
Noah nodded silently.
Although two weeks is a long time, it is not enough to return to the grassland.
Meanwhile, around that time.
Delia stared at Noah.
In fact, there was a real reason why she took Noah on this trip. This is because of the ‘conditions’ attached to the price of the agreement.
‘I can spend a day alone with Ulan.’
There are only 24 hours.
In other words, if it goes as promised, Delia can monopolize Ulan for just one day from the moment she leaves the academy.
‘But now we’re not ‘alone’.’
Because Noah was there too.
That’s why I accompanied her on purpose. I want to spend time alone with Ulan whenever I want.
After coming out of my thoughts.
Delia slowly stroked Ulan’s hair as he fell asleep, lying on her legs.
“Anyway, this is it, let’s get some rest in the principality. Of course, I cannot tolerate you interfering when my turn begins.”
“Ugh, I understand.”
Noah said, smiling awkwardly.
Later, when we were finishing the conversation.
“Hmm.”
Ulan opened his eyes. It had been about half a day since she left the academy.
“Oh, are you awake?”
“Yes, I caused you trouble.”
“are you okay. “I gave it a lightweight magic anyway, so it wasn’t that heavy.”
Anyway, isn’t it a bit much to give a lightening magic to a person’s head?
Noah wanted to ask that question, but he kept his mouth shut. Because she had no intention of disturbing her. Meanwhile, Delia looked at her Ulan with her curious face.
“What else were you doing that made you stay up late?”
Ulan usually wakes up early.
Also, since he has so much stamina, I have never seen him taking a nap. But she never thought she would see Ulan sleeping when it is not night.
Then an unexpected answer came back.
“studied.”
“H-studying?!”
It was Noah who was surprised by those words. Delia also opened her eyes wide as if she was surprised.
“why? “You avoided failing anyway.”
“I just got lucky this time. “If you want to avoid failing in the future, you need to study whenever you can.”
Because Ulan’s goal is graduation.
So I had no intention of being relieved with just one success. That’s why I stayed up late because I was busy studying even during vacation.
“I see. Still, don’t push yourself too hard for the time being. Vacation has just begun.”
“Hmm, keep that in mind.”
Ulan nods his head obediently.
After a while, he looked out the window of the moving carriage and then back at Delia.
“But where are we going now?”
“Eh? “You didn’t even know that?”
“That’s because you guys rode it.”
When Noah made an absurd expression.
Delia’s answer soon came.
“It’s the Principality of Arpen.”
Ulan and Noah also visited the principality around this time last year. To help Delia go through the trials of a hero. And for the treatment of Delia’s younger sister, Rudine Arpen.
Did you recall a memory from that time?
Delia soon mentioned Ludine.
“By the way, Rudine also said he wants to see you guys a lot. “Thanks to you, my condition has improved.”
“That’s a good thing.”
Ulan grinned.
I heard that Ludine’s physical strength has improved to the point where she swings her sword for several hours a day.
Also, unlike Delia, she is talented with the sword, so if she continues to sharpen her sword, she will one day become a strong person who will represent the principality.
“We have arrived, Your Highness.”
Then the carriage stopped.
Outside the window, I saw the Arpen flag fluttering in the wind. They had crossed the border and entered the territory of the principality.
After that, the door was wide open.
Delia, who got off the carriage after being escorted, smiled brightly as she looked at Ulan and Noah.
“Then I’ll say hello again.”
Holding the hem of the skirt.
Delia said with a graceful greeting.
“Welcome to the Principality of Arpen.”
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