"I have been expecting you, bearer of the light of allegiance.
The black knight, wearing only his armor, was sitting away from the carriage.
When I looked closely, I could see what looked like a glowing band between the joints of the armor. This guy seems to be using magic power to hold the armor together and move his body with it.
When we all got off the carriage, the black knight stood up without a sound and picked up his spear with a mechanical motion.
"Thank you for waiting for me, 'Balal'.
I said.
'Balal' is a perverted stalker knight with a sense of mystery, but he kept his word.
"I hope we can say goodbye to him while we're at it.
"No.
I know.
What this guy wants is to fight someone who has the 'Light of Loyalty' like a knight.
We don't want to make everyone else fight.
"We're waiting because we need to fight at our best. "Fighting the likes of you is like an expensive feast for me. You must be prepared and savor it to your heart's content.
...... You're going to get pervy for saying that, aren't you?
'It can't be helped. "All my knights were like this.
Is that so?
Ah, rugged and bold. Polite in front of the master, out of character in his own company. You're usually a ladies' man. That's what the knights of this world are all about. But I've had the light of loyalty. I have no doubt about that.
Cutlass smiles at the black knight's words, a troubled look on his face.
The knights in the story are no longer around, but I know that the knights of the past were proper. I guess it's complicated whether I should be happy or sad.
'By the way, my lord ...... what did you do?'
Nothing?
"It cannot be. The light of loyalty you feel from your slaves is growing stronger.
At the Black Knight's words, I looked back at Cecil, Rita, and Cutlass.
The three of them lowered their eyes as if they were somewhat embarrassed.
I don't see any light of loyalty in me. But there's no need for that.
''It's a beautiful thing. It's a shame you can't see it.''
You don't have to see it. I know.
And I'm grateful for that.
Cecil is going to squeeze out his magic power to the very limit, and Rita is going to risk close combat. Reggie is also prepared to break, and Cutlass - Fynn is going to fight with the skills he just 'rebuilt'.
If a master doubts his loyalty in this, there's something wrong with his character.
"So, who is this guy who called you here?
"I told you. Knights.
"What about the surgeon at the center of the ritual?
"When I saw him, he was a gray-haired old man.
The black armor showed his helmet shaking.
'But it's not what's inside. I felt like a dragon.
A dragon?
"I felt a very heavy presence. If that was a dragon, I guess we should call it a demon dragon.
Thanks, I'll look into it later.
"Right. Well, let's fight.
We face each other at a distance.
Formations are in pairs.
Me and Cutlass.
Cecil and Rita.
Cutlass holds a shield to protect me, and I grab my magic sword, Leggy.
Cecil clings to Rita's back and she bends down, in a position to jump out at any time.
'For the record, I'm not a knight.'
I said to the Black Knight.
"So I'll do it the way I like it.
"I told you I didn't care which way it went.
Oh, right. Okay, Rita!
'Yes! Master!
Rita starts running at the front of the pack. At the same time, me and Cutlass.
Cecil is starting to chant at Rita's back. You don't need a wand. You'll need to use ordinary ancient language magic.
The only thing that matters is that you don't have to use your wand. Wind, become my blade and fly!
The black knight swung his spear.
The air was ripped open.
Something like a shock wave is flying towards us. It was different from earlier. The dagger didn't work, so you decided to use a different flying tool.
'Hmph! That's a boring attack for an armor of the Age of the Gods!
Ta-da!
Rita bludgeoned the shockwave with a fist filled with 'sacred power'.
The shockwave, which had deviated from its trajectory, flew in the direction of the day after tomorrow, scraping the street.
''Fu, inexplicable ah!
"I don't need a living relic to tell me what to do!
I love it!
Rita's kicks and the spear of her armor intersect. Rita is faster in her movements. She avoids the spear and swings her fist at the arm of the armor.
''That's sweet! Barriers!
A translucent barrier appears in front of the black knight's eyes. And then...
You're the sweet one! Activate 'Warding Breaker (Area Breaker)'!
Oh, my God!
Rita's fist destroyed it with a single blow.
'Warding Destruction (Area Breaker)' could destroy any technique that interfered with space, whether it was a time-distorting field or a spider's web, with one hit. No matter how strong the Black Knight's barrier was, it was no match for the Cheat Skill!
I'm going! The ancient word 'Fureimu ──── would ────!'!
And Cecil, clinging to Rita's back, releases the last of his magic!
The Black Knight, who has lost his barriers, bursts with the ancient word 'flaming arrows' of zero-range shooting.
The black knight's armor is engulfed in flames and smoke. His arms are blown off.
''Fufu ...... Fufu ......It's a pleasant thing! This is the kind of fight we don't get in the modern world!'
I'm not a pervert after all!
That's all right!
The black knight swings his spear. The spear that he swung down grazed Rita's arm.
It's a good idea to be able to have a good time with them. It's an overuse of magic.
In addition, the black knight's spear creates a shock wave - Rita flies behind her - but she can't escape from the time frame. She crosses her arms, knowing that she's at the limit of her protection.
But it's okay.
As Rita and Cecil pull me in, me and Cutlass get as close to the enemy as we can.
"With all my might, avenge the good enemy--Wind!
The Black Knight's spear creates a massive shock wave... but...
Activate the Armband of the Heavenly Dragon! Please, White!
"Shilldo!
I love it!
White's 'Shilld' repelled the spear and shockwave that the black knight swung down.
''──── na!
The black knight, who was repelled by the killing blow, falls back.
You couldn't even detect the existence of the Heavenly Dragon Bracelet - the Heavenly Dragon's Young Living Body (White) that was returned to me by Rita?
Now we have an opening. It's a dead end.
The distance between us is almost zero.
The enemy has gotten in range of Cutlass' cheat skills!
The skill to 'blow up' the enemy and their actions with 'shield and body hit'
A single heavy shield strike delivers a huge impact to the enemy.
Enemies who are hit by this move are blown out of their turns (cancelled) for a certain amount of time.
Chanting stops midway through, and grabbed weapons can no longer be brought down.
...... It's a 4-concept cheat skill. It's a bullshit power.
However, as strong as it is, it's short in time, so you have to get close to the limit. That's why I had Rita and Cecil draw the opponent in. The purpose of the ancient language magic 'Arrow of Fire' is also more than half a distraction.
The first thing you need to do is to get your hands on a ...... knight. What is "The Light of Loyalty is Wonderful"?
The next thing I knew, Cutlass was looking down at the black knight lying on the ground.
He had tears in his eyes.
He was angrier than I'd ever seen him before.
'Chasing after my loved ones and selling out! Bother me! That's no different than what the knights are doing now, is it? If you wanted a real fight, why didn't you follow the formalities!
"I am ...... fighting ...... for my pride.
It's a good thing I was right to give up being a knight, if you're anything like you. Together with Arujidoro, I will live as a girl who is nothing at all: ......
"...... I am ............
It's all right. I don't have to do this anymore.
Then Cutlass looked at me and nodded.
Slowly, I unstrapped my armor - and put it forward a little bit. So that the black knight can't see me.
Then he closed his eyes shyly and took my cheek between his hands - and then...
...... please, I'm embarrassed to be seen. I'm more embarrassed to be seen. ......
I pulled my head to my chest, to my own chest.
Specifically, so that I would be dressed to look into Cutlass' chest - and this ...... I can't close my eyes, can I?
What if it's like this every time my personality changes .......
"...... Hmmm. Oh, ...... it is, which ............
Cutlass let out a feverish breath and then opened his eyes.
His eyes have turned a reddish-purple color. This is where Fynn comes in.
'Oh, armor. Thanks. You've helped me become Arujidono's.
"What?
The black knight, rolling on the ground and having his actions cancelled, nodded his head.
Yup. You'll be surprised. This change.
Fynn wraps his arms around my neck and rubs his cheeks as if to show the black knight.
''Your power, the ancient armor, will be used for the sake of a certain someone.
"Wait, wait. What are you talking about?
I have the power to interfere with artifacts.
"f*ck you! Such power is ...... in this age of royalty. ...... No way.
Come on, I'm just Finn.
Fynn chuckled and pointed to the blue sky.
I am Arujido's slave, Fynn, and with the light of fidelity, we are both girls who can make Arujido feel twice as good as she does. With the light of loyalty, we are both a girl, and we must make Arujido feel twice as good as he does. That's it.
"...Hi, hi!
The Black Knight trembled.
He seemed to have noticed.
He noticed that a pale magic circle was floating on Fynn's fingertips.
"You're in control now. Activate! "Instant seizure of sacred artifacts, artifact ruler.
The skill to quickly and completely dominate an artifact.
An ancient magical item - a sacred instrument (artifact) made in ancient times - is instantly controlled.
To be precise, he can make it stop functioning in an instant, and afterwards, by continuing to pour Feen's magic power into it, his control is complete. Since it can even understand the internal structure of the artifact, it can be destroyed depending on how the magic is applied.
Its weakness is that its spacing is extremely small. Without contact, the skill will not be activated.
Feen's fingertips touched the black armored helmet.
In an instant, a pale magic power runs through the helmet──chestplate──small hands──and also the whole body of the armor.
"──The artifact's first magic exterior──breakthrough. The first magic personality area──grasping the magic personality area. The second magic exterior──break through. Reaching the center of the universe──starting to control it.
Lines of silver magic power (lines) cover the surface of the breastplate.
A red, core-like object emerges in the center.
''The center has been reached. Come on, Bad Armor. Become Arujidono's: ────!
Fynn's magic gets there, and all at once, it goes in, it stirs, and then...
Pow!
...... Oh, what?
He blew the armor to Konagonan pieces, leaving behind a jet black breastplate.
''Oh, dear? Ooh la la la ......
............ aha!
............ Arara ......
Um, ...... too much magic?
No, it's not: ...... apparently the only body of this armor was this breastplate. ......
Fynn picked up the black breastplate, still on the ground.
''I can feel it. This breastplate is the only main body of the artifact 'Armor of Valhal'. The other parts were pieced together later, just magical armor. That's why it was so fragile. This is certainly the only thing that hasn't been damaged.
Fynn is scratching his head like he's cheating.
''Instant Sacred Instrumental Grip, Artifact Ruler'' is a 4 concept cheat skill. Not only is it too strong, Fynn has never even used the normal version of Sacred Object Aptitude in the first place. No wonder he didn't understand the additions and subtractions.
''I'm sorry. Arujidono ......
Okay. I was going to take it apart and sell it as material anyway.
But. This "Balluar's Armor" and the "Breastplate" have been completely taken over. The effect of the ritual on it has also been cancelled. I also understand the ability of the breastplate. It has "Barrier Deployment," "Physical Attenuation," and "The ability to create an artificial body using magic. So you used that power to create a knight's body and a horse.
It was quite a cheat armor.
Is this the level of 'artifacts'?
What if something like this attacked me in the future ...... Well, I don't plan to get involved in the rough stuff, so it might be unlikely. If we were to deal with it, the only way to deal with it would be to install the '4 Concept Cheat Skill' on everyone and use Fynn's 'Immediate Sacred Weapon Grasp' as a trump card.
Then, the destination of this breastplate is──''
''That's what Feen and Cutlass will use it for...''
...... Huh?
Fynn clutched his breastplate like he was surprised.
'Y-You're sure?'
When you have to fight an artifact, Fynn's skills will be your trump card. However, both of their skills need to come into contact with each other. That's why I want to improve my defenses so that I can get close to them.
Arujidon: "......
'Of course, I'll disguise it so you don't know it's a 'Balluar breastplate'.
Okay, all right. I'll see to it that you do.
With that, Fynn put his hand on his chest and bowed.
It was a graceful bow, as if this was the hall of the royal palace.
''I'll set up a trick to make it as easy as possible for you to remove Arujido!
Why?
Oh, yeah. I've got something to tell you.
Suddenly, with a pop, Fynn clapped his hands and then said.
With a thump, thump, stepping, he clings his body to my chest.
And then, with a smile as if he had a very good thought...
I don't mind being seen, but I think I'm embarrassed to be touched.
What are you talking about?
'No, since you have become a slave, I thought it was important to teach your master about your weaknesses. I want to make sure that Arujidono has complete control over our bodies and minds.
Fynn said, looking directly to the side, as if embarrassed for some reason.
'Let's wait until we get Cutlass' permission to do that sort of thing: ......
Oh, and Cutlass doesn't seem to mind being touched. But he can't be seen. It's just that it gives him a little tingle in the back.
Come here.
What do you mean? You don't know what you're talking about.
"I wonder what I'll become if we merge?
Fynn laughs, as if she were a naughty girl.
'I can't wait to see if I'm going to be an embarrassing girl who can't do either, or if I'm going to be a girl who's okay with both - I can't wait to see...'
After saying the last word - Fynn let go of his consciousness with a thud.
They're tired from using skills they're not used to.
It's the same with Cutlass, and they're both asleep in my arms. The leather collar I just wore around his narrow neck. The Contract is supposed to be terminated once the two personalities are completely united, but it looks like we have a long way to go. Cutlass and Fynn are so different from each other.
I wonder what kind of girl they'll be when they become one: ......
...... Bokko slave princess knight who wants to take off her clothes, or something like that?
............ I can't imagine.
I carried Cutlass on my back and looked at Cecil and Rita.
''Shhh...''
Rita put a finger to her lips and laughed.
'Cecil-chan looks like he's tired, too.
Rita had Cecil lying in the carriage. She put a blanket underneath her, folded her own clothes and put her own blanket over her, using them as a pillow. It's as if he treats his precious sister.
"Cecil-chan, you're doing your best. You should praise her later.
Yeah. Thank you for protecting me.
Stroke me, stroke me, stroke me.
Wow, that wasn't me. ......
Rita shakes her head shyly. Cute.
I lay Cutlass down next to Cecil and put my own blanket over him, just like Rita was doing.
'General! Good job!' I'm ready to go, chief!
The horses are snorting and snorting. I can't believe these guys had to go through with it.
Thanks, Pickle and Pockle. So, Rita, any sign of the enemy?
"...... hmm. Not now. No sign of either people or demons.
Okay.
Me and Rita sit side by side in the corner of the carriage.
Before I knew it, Rita had her face close to my chest and was sniffling faintly.
'Mmm. Smells like nagi. Stronger than usual. ...... like.
You're sweating from having just moved.
Nagi's is better.
With that, Rita put her head on my shoulder.
'And by the way, ...... Cutlass and Fynn, that was awesome.'
...... too awesome to worry about, right?
You're the hidden princess of the royal family.
That's not what I meant. I just turned you into a slave.
Oh, I don't think that's a problem at all.
Rita waved her hand like it was nothing.
No, I think it's a big deal.
'Cutlass has given up on being a knight, but he does long for it, doesn't he?
Yeah. You said so.
Fynn is supposed to support that cutlass, right?
I heard that from little Cutlass, too.
'So, Cutlass aims to serve someone as fine as a knight.
Oh, I see.
Huh?
Why are you holding your mouth and laughing, Rita?
'You know, Nagi. You don't have to worry about that.
Really?
Cutlass, you call Nagi 'Arujido', right?
Tentative, but...
We have a book 'deal'. That's what I mean.
So that's it.
...... So, you mean that Cutlass thinks I'm a knight in shining armor.
I'm not a knight in shining armor, am I?
'I think it would be good to hear what we slaves have to say about that. Hey, Reggie.
Oh!
With a pop, the magic sword on his back trembles and a human-shaped Leggy appears.
It's a good idea to have a good time with them.
Do you understand what I'm saying? Do you understand, Lord? To think less of yourself is to think less of the people you serve. I think the Lord should have a better attitude.
Leggy, you're right.
I need you to pat me on the head.
Leggy, you're right.
As I was told, I patted Rita and Reggie on the head. Fluffy.
Rita smiles ticklishly as I run my fingers through her golden hair and beast ears.
Reggie goes to the trouble of sitting back on my lap and undoing his red twin-tails. Her long hair drapes down to her waist and she shakes her shoulders, saying, "Hurry up, hurry up. Child.
Oh, that feels so good! Feels so good!
Yeah. That feels good. Leggy.
'This is a feeling worthy of letting the Lord in on a great secret!
What's the big secret?
I looked at Rita. She's wide-eyed. She doesn't understand.
Reggie sees our reactions and chuckles.
You know what, Lord? We're going home now, aren't we?
Yes.
We've been away for a while. Maids, little maidens, and elves will all want to stay at home, won't they?
I know.
By the way. We only have six rooms in our house!
"[────]
That was it.
Reggie is sleeping in the magic sword state, so let's assume he can share a room with me.
Cecil, Rita, Aine, Iris, Rafilia - and Cutlass.
The room is a little short for one person.
What will we do now? I wonder which slave girl the Lord will live in the room with! I'm looking forward to it. Phew!
Reggie is rocking his body in a fun way.
Rita is ...... Oh, I knew I was turning red, didn't I?
I'm sure you'll find that Iris and Rafilia are basically stationed at the lord's house, but I still want to make sure they have a decent place to stay as well. If that happens, there won't be enough room for them. As a master, I can't take away everyone's room, so ...... I'm pretty sure there was an attic room. If I make that place my room, I can ...... make it my room.
Master .......
Suddenly, Rita touches my hand.
She slowly teases my fingers with her slender fingers, as if she's groping them.
'Oh, you know what? I'm going to sleep in the living room, Nagi, you can have my room.
That would be too unworthy of a master.
But you know what? You can't be sure he won't forget something. I don't know if he will, but he might! Then I might go get it! When I go to get it I will go to ...... me.
A room that smells like Rita's. ......
Wah, wah, wah, wah, wah!
With a bang, Rita turned bright red and held her head in her hands.
As it was, she began to roll around in the carriage as usual. Even though it's small. Dexterously avoiding Cecil and Cutlass. What is this waste of the beastman's athletic ability?
''Let's think about that after we get home.
...... Fluffy.
At the same time as Rita stops her spinning motion, a message arrives in my head.
It's the effect of the mind linkage reformation.
It seems that Iris has entered the communication range.
Sender: Iris.
Recipient: Onii-chan.
Main Content: Are you okay? Onii-chan! Is it safe? You and your brother have something to do with... Iris is the... She is the ghost of a knight. You are going to get your picture card and you are going to seduce me with your dream of becoming a knight and you are going to throw it away. Get rid of it now! If you do!'
"Sent by: Nagi
Recipient: Iris.
Body: It's okay. It's done. It wasn't quite like the ghosts, but I got it done.'
"Sent by Iris.
Recipient: Nagi
TEXT: Is it true or is it true! Aine-sama and Master are worried about you. In Iris's honor, I can say that my brother and all of you are safe!''
"Sent by: Nagi
Recipient: Iris.
Text: In your honor, Master, I am safe. I'm sorry for worrying you. I've had a little time to eat, and I don't think I'll be able to reach Ilgafa before sunset. We're going to spend the night in a nearby village and return home.
"Sent by Iris.
Recipient: Nagi
Text: good: ...... good. GUSU. Wow, wow! Aine, dear. Master...... big brother and everyone else is safe. Thank good ...... really ...... good.'
I'm sorry to worry about Iris and the others.
I have a log of the many times I've tried to send the 'consciousness sharing and revision' message. Or rather, they were delayed in reaching me. Iris, they must have thought it wouldn't reach you, and tried many things. Some of them come with pictures. This is from a strategy meeting at our house at night. And here's one of Rafilia striking a cool pose. Here's ...... Iris looking in the mirror and having Raphilia pick out her underwear for .......
Yup. I'll have to keep a log of it.
Sent by Nagi.
Recipient: Iris.
Text: Tell Aine and Raphilia. I'm sorry for worrying you.'
Finally, I added one last sentence.
'Sender: Nagi.
Recipient: Iris.
Text: One (two?) family members. Now that we have more, let's all get our rooms ready when we get back.'