Book 3: Chapter 2


    <strong><strong>Return of the Heroine</strong></strong>


    Led by Leaffa, we finally arrived at the Royal Pce.


    The castle is made of mineral chalk  everything is white as snow.


    Its really beautiful.


    I agree. Its a masterpiece.


    Youko and Luna ogled at the pces interior.


    We strode towards the gates of the outer walls.


    Your Highness Leaffa, wee home. These are your ssmates, and your professor, yes? Wee.


    A handsome, suave elf in a butlers suit weed us. Hey, this person seems quite strong.


    He also looked taken aback as he gazed at Tina, who still has her hood on.


    Thank you. Is His Majesty avable right now?


    Yes, His Majesty is waiting for you in the throne hall.


    The butler elf escorted us towards the throne hall. All the furnishings adorning the castle appeared to sparkle.


    These are magical tools crafted using the unique techniques of Elves. They can collect and store magical power gradually from the surrounding space.


    Mr. Butler exined while I was staring at a vase on disy.


    Heh, so it gathers magic on its own.


    What a convenient tool.


    We arrived in front of a stately door after walking for a while.


    Papa! Im home!!!


    The door opened grandly, and Leaffa entered the room, and we followed right behind her.


    The Elf King sat at the splendid throne situated at the innermost part of the hall.


    This person seems really powerful. More than that, his magnificence was astounding.


    His appearance is that of a young elf, but the dignified aura emanating from him is definitely that of a King. With the exception of Leaffa, all of us naturally fell on our knees.


    Thou haste from afar. Greetings.


    The Elf King stood and walked until he was right before us.


    All Hail to His Majesty the King. We havee from the Kingdom of Grendale. I am Halt-Vie-Silveray, the third son of Count Silveray. With your permission, we request to stay in your Kingdom for a month.


    Oh, so you are a Counts son. Wee. However, there is no need to humble yourselves like that. You are Leaffas friends. Can you treat me morefortably?


    But your majestic aura wont let us rx in any way, you know


    Ah, sorry, I forgot to turn off my skill.


    Its the [Majesty of a King] skill.


    Hey, Papa, what are you doing!?


    Ah, I just thought Id let your friends know how awesome I am as a King


    Ah, so its a rascal King.


    Everyone introduced themselves in order. Tina was thest one. She removed her hood.


    I am Tina Harivell. Your Majesty, it has been a while.


    Ti, Tina!? You, where were you all this time!?


    The Elf King was astonished.


    Well, I just went on a sentimental journey to relieve heartbreak.


    Heartbreak? Ah, no matter. The most important of all is that you came back safely. You have done well in defeating the Demon King. You have my utmost gratitude.


    The Elf King might have questions, but he suppressed it in the face of his overwhelming joy in Tinas return. He gripped Tinas hand and expressed thanks over and over again.


    A grand celebration of songs and feast was held at the pce that night.


    Tinas reappearance was not disclosed throughout the country in respect to her wishes, but the high-ranking officials assembled together to congratte Tinas return.


    However, a problem urred during the banquet.


    Lady Tina, have you decided on your marriage partner? If you do not have anyone in mind, how about my beloved son? He is a fine man if I say so myself.


    A nobleman suddenly proposed. As if tied by a string, marriage proposals came one after another, overwhelming Tina.


    Silence, all of you. Let the person decide who to like, and to whom she will be tied to.


    The Elf King tried to restrain the uproar but


    Yes, we know, but Tina is a person who inherited the blood of the Heroes! We have to match her with an excellent man from our Kingdom so that she can give birth to the next generation of Heroes!


    That is right!


    The higher-ups wanted Tina to give birth to heroes, with no consideration as to how she feels about it.


    Im getting irritated.


    Tina anxiously nced over here.


    At that time, one minister said something outrageous.


    Anyone who wants to marry Tina must have the right amount of power. I propose a fightingpetition and bestowing Tina to the winner as his spouse.


    Oh, that is good!


    What a good idea! Let us prepare immediately!


    They never considered Tinas opinion at all during the whole conversation.


    Contrary to the Glendale Kingdom, it seems that Tina cant express a strong attitude against the Elf ministers.


    So youre saying Tina will marry an Elf of this Kingdom?


    Over my dead body!


    Can I join thepetition?


    I interjected.


    What does that human child think hes saying? This is a problem among the Elves.


    Isnt he too disrespectful to talk about national issues, even if he is a guest of the King?


    My opinion was brushed aside right away.


    Should I just st off these guys and return to Glendale?


    I started to think that way.


    This should not be limited to the Elven Race.


    The King, who had been silent until now, finally spoke.


    Tina, who draws the blood of the heroes, will be tied to a suitable person. Their offspring will surely be the next trump card when the next Demon King appears in this world.


    The ministers nod in agreement with the Kings words.


    I believe that such an excellent person does not have to be an Elf. For example, he might be a human.


    The Elf King met my gaze.


    I can see it in his eyesits like hes saying that if I wanted Tina, I have to win.


    Alright, let the other races join thepetition. As for the date of the tournament- how about we set it three dayster?


    One of the ministers made a rmendation. Other races are permitted to participate, but the grace period is only three days. Even if a person seeks Tinas hand, he cannot be admitted to the tournament unless hell arrive in this country within three days.


    Doesnt matter to me.


    With this, I willpete with my marriage to Tina at stake.


    Eh? Why do I have the feeling that I just recently fought for a simr reason?


    Hey, I also dont want Teacher Tina to be taken away by an Elf of this kingdom, so should I join the tournament? Wouldnt that raise the chances of winning?


    Ah, in that case, Ill alsopete. Itll be upsetting if Teacher Tinas gone.


    Ryuushin and Luke proposed their participation.


    Thanks. But its better if you dont.


    Why?


    Tinas marriage is at stake. Ill go full force. Even if I end up facing you two, I wont go easy on you.


    R, right! Okay, I quit!


    Ah, m, me too! Do your best, Halt!


    Both of them decided theyll just cheer me on and support me.


    I dunno why, but they look pale with cold sweat, so I encourage them to take a hot bath to avoid catching a cold.


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