The Returned Sword King Decided to Become a Tyrant Chapter 223
Here I Am (2)
“does not exist.”
“… … .”
Braham nodded as if he had already expected my cold-blooded answer.
But he couldn’t hide his empty eyes and bitterness,
“… …Is that so?”
The voice that followed was trembling in an unexpected way.
Of course, that appearance made him look much more relieved.
“I already knew. That dukedom was like a symbol of Lespiel, so there’s no way they’d leave it as is, even for propaganda purposes.”
“Are you disappointed? Seeing only half of the principality left.”
“Yes, I would be lying if I said no. But I am glad enough to have found a place to return to.”
What was lost. That future that I could never get back has changed with my meeting with you.
However, it was clearly better than the previous situation.
Rather than the situation at that time where I was just the leader of a mercenary band and traveling around from place to place.
That was the moment.
“What’s the problem?”
“yes?”
The guy suddenly looked up at my cold voice.
“… … !”
Then he made a surprised expression.
Because a cold emotion that had never been felt before was in my eyes.
“……majesty.”
“Is it just that the dukedom that held all my memories has collapsed? Or is it that I’ve returned to where I started, unlike back then when I was living a carefree life as a wanderer?”
“… … .”
“Don’t be mistaken.”
He will now reclaim it in the name of the king, not the heir to the duchy, and will rebuild Lespiel, not the duchy, there.
Yes, things were not the same as before.
Too much has changed to be discouraged by the collapse of a mere fortress!
“If memories have been trampled and faded, create them anew. If a place that was once a symbol has collapsed, cover it with your name.”
“… … !”
“So that no one will miss the presence of the former dukedom. So that no one will call the name of Respiel in vain.”
I looked into the guy’s eyes and answered with certainty.
“That is the reward for the people who will believe in you and follow you, and it is the quality of a monarch.”
“… … .”
“You are no longer a mercenary captain.”
“majesty…….”
Braham kept his mouth shut.
But those trembling lips seem to have a lot to ask.
Still, the guy swallowed it.
“… … I would like to ask for the remaining Red Hawk mercenaries. No, the 4th Knights who have decided to follow His Majesty.”
“Don’t do that.”
That was our last conversation.
Brom, the commander of the 4th Knights.
He began to walk slowly amidst the sincere salute of the members.
* * *
Four years have passed since then.
After Brom’s departure, the position of Commander of the Red Hawk Knights remained vacant.
Although Roder, who was the vice-captain of the Knights of the Sun, took over as captain, and a successor to Edward, the captain of the Knights of Argon, was decided, the position was still vacant.
But even in that situation, there was someone who was being mentioned as a candidate for the captain.
Surprisingly enough, that person was the king’s disciple who rose to the position of vice-captain in just two years.
… … It was Roel.
“F, Fr… … .”
dump!
Knights galloping through the royal parade ground collapsed one after another in the dust.
Given the discipline of the Knights, it is unacceptable to sit down during training.
But I couldn’t help but feel sorry for them when I thought of the full plate armor covering their entire bodies and the sweat pouring down like rain.
“Oh, this is already the thirtieth lap… … If this continues, the knights will become exhausted… …!”
“……no.”
Roel, who had grown up, continued speaking while looking at the sun high in the sky.
“… … Not yet. Only an hour. Has passed.”
“Ugh… … .”
“Forward. One hour.”
“Ugh!”
The knights stumbled backwards upon hearing her firm voice.
I didn’t have the energy to sit up anymore. No matter what happened next, I just wanted to lie down.
‘Father, if only it weren’t for the vice-captain… … Ugh!’
But the knights swallowed their tears and said nothing.
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That would be the case, because the opponent was the disciple of the king, who was at the center of power, but it was not the case that he had obtained the position of vice-captain simply through personal connections.
By skill alone.
With overwhelming speed and a sword technique that exploits gaps, and with his uniquely powerful magical power, he was recognized by all members of the 4th Knights!
And then the arduous training that follows.
She began to train them just as she had been taught, and they had no choice but to follow.
The problem here is that this arduous training is effective.
‘I can’t say anything because their skills have actually improved to the point where they can be compared to the Knights of the Sun… … .’
‘If we continue like this, we will die first.’
‘We really shouldn’t let that person take the position of team leader… …!’
That’s why the position of captain remains vacant.
Even though they were already fully qualified, the members were shouting their resolute opposition.
Jeokbuk-
“That’s enough, stand up.”
“… … !”
At that moment, a familiar voice was heard from behind them as they sat down.
A gentle yet infinitely sharp tone of speech. And yet, there is a weariness that cannot be hidden within it.
“Huh!”
“Hey, Count Hegmes!”
“… …Why did you stop training?”
Roel asked bluntly.
Then George came over and licked his lips.
“You wouldn’t be telling me that, would you, Vice-Captain of the Red Hawk Knights?”
“… … .”
“The day after tomorrow is that day. If we don’t make sure the knights are in good condition, we’re going to have problems.”
Even if he was the king’s direct advisor and a high-ranking noble of the count level, it was an abuse of authority to interfere with the training policy of the royal knights.
But if there was a reason, the words were different.
“Send the knights back and let them rest. And you too.”
“… … .”
In the end, Roel answered with a small nod.
However, he simply grabbed the hem of George’s clothes as he turned around and walked away.
Shut-
“What’s going on?”
“… …Formal language again.”
“yes?”
George looks back and narrows his eyes as if he finds it absurd.
“I like… informal speech.”
“… … .”
What Roel wanted to say was to treat him like before.
But George is just being aggrieved. If he treats his vice-captain superior comfortably in front of the members, the discipline that forms the foundation of the Knights’ Order will collapse.
“ha.”
… … But there’s nothing I can do about it now.
Swish- Swish-
Eventually, George calmed Roel down by stroking his head invisibly.
Roel smiled shyly and lowered his head, and his complaints seemed to have been put to rest.
“Yes, as expected, Count Hegmes… …!”
“You sinful man… … !”
Even if the knights who saw this hadn’t been secretly gossiping.
* * *
dripping!
“Ellie, are you ready? Can I come in?”
“Yes, Dad.”
Squeak-
Duke Vidor opened the door to the dressing room and went inside.
It was a long time since I saw my daughter, and I was looking forward to seeing her dressed up. Although I didn’t admit it, it was a typical behavior of a doting daughter.
but.
“Eh, Ellie?”
“yes?”
“Th, what on earth are those clothes… … .”
What greeted him was not an elegant and graceful dress, but rather a daughter wearing a dress that revealed her figure.
“Oh, this?”
In the midst of such shock.
Ellie opened her mouth with a bashful laugh.
“I think he would like this kind of outfit.”
“That, that person? What the heck is that… … .”
“I mean, Count Hegmes.”
“Huh!”
The peacock’s vision became hazy and he began to see stars floating in the sky.
A phenomenon I’ve experienced many times… … that is, I was on the verge of falling down while holding the back of my neck.
But I shouldn’t have been shocked and fainted like this.
“Hey, hey! Are you still saying that?!”
“Huh? Why? Dad said I was a good person too.”
“Don’t you know that’s not what I meant?”
The peacock, his eyes wide open, grabbed Ellie’s shoulder.
“Do you understand? George is not allowed. Other men may be fine, but that guy is not allowed… …!”
“… … .”
“You want me to take him as my son-in-law? No… … That’s really not true… … .”
It was so horrible that I muttered to myself, forgetting that my daughter was right in front of me.
It will surely make you fall ill soon.
No, it would have been better if it had ended there.
‘He’s the kind of guy who’d run away saying he’s tired of married life!’
He is the type of person who absolutely hates being forced into something.
It’s obvious even without looking!
That was absolutely a requirement.
“Please change your clothes. This is definitely not something you should wear at a formal event.”
“……all right.”
“Phew.”
In the end, Ellie nodded, unable to resist the Duke’s insistence.
The duke sighed deeply at the sight and left the dressing room.
“I just can’t understand… … .”
Roel, that kid too, and even Ellie. What’s so great about that guy that he keeps following you around?
“Is it good to be a bad guy… … .”
It was something I really didn’t know.
* * *
The next day.
George, who woke up very early on a rare day, was able to see a familiar face in the palace hallway.
“Hmm? Aren’t you Count Hegmes?”
“… … It’s been a long time since I’ve seen you, Your Majesty.”
“Haha, there’s no need to be so polite so early in the morning.”
Knock knock-
The king approached George very gently and patted him on the shoulder.
It’s already been nearly five years since I was freed from the weight of the crown.
Those long years were enough time to peel off the layers of the dignified appearance of that time.
… … But, it’s not that it’s not, it’s that it’s become too comfortable.
“Did you return to the palace at dawn?”
“Hmm? Does it look like that?”
“Yes, that’s right.”
George, who had been nodding his head, quickly scanned the king’s attire.
Light clothing that, to anyone who sees it, does not suit the northern climate.
His gorgeous southern clothes, adorned with all sorts of decorations, suggested that he had just arrived from a trip.
The afterglow of the trip still lingers!
“Heh heh, oops. I forgot to change my clothes. I guess I arrived in a hurry using magic.”
The old king shrugged his shoulders.
Then, as if no one was watching, he quickly put the cloak George had handed him over his shoulders.
Then, once again, the solemn appearance from back then began to glimpse itself.
“So, how are the preparations going for tomorrow’s event?”
“Everything is already ready.”
George answered as he glanced out the hallway window.
There, dwarves could be seen moving busily about finishing work since early morning.
“I see.”
The corners of the king’s mouth began to rise gently.
“It’s surprising, but I see you’re now a proper aide.”
“Is that so?”
“Well. Those meticulous preparations must have been carried out according to your instructions. It would have been impossible without loyalty.”
“… … I just did what was expected.”
George frowned so slightly that his eyes were invisible.
But the king did not stop smiling even after discovering it.
“Yeah, if it’s obvious, then it’s obvious.”
Tomorrow will be a once-in-a-lifetime event in the history of the continent.
‘That went really well, Allen.’
Because it was the day that Esteban officially declared himself an empire.
* * *
“Your Majesty, all preparations are complete.”
I raised my head at George’s voice.
A bright halo of light leading to the end of the passage.
Only when I got over there would I be able to reveal myself to the people.
“… … .”
Step by step – step by step –
Every time I take a step without saying a word, I feel a new sense of emotion.
But there is no hesitation.
This moment was something I had been waiting for, and it was going to be the end point of my path.
Phew!
Soon the outside air touched my skin, and a scene painted under the sunlight unfolded.
────!!
“Waaaaaaaaaah!”
Deafening cheers. Crowds so crowded they were invisible.
Those who filled the seats of honor were the saints of the Holy Empire, the crown prince of Arendelle, and other high-ranking officials from each country.
Finally, at the end, the one who greeted me was my father, still wearing his heavy armor as if showing off his strength.
‘And this is my empire that I have created.’
As long as I’m here.
As long as my traces remain and I breathe.
Esteban’s will will stand on this earth forever.
I took the last step forward.
The returned sword king decided to become a tyrant Fin
