Reincarnated into a Game As the Hero's Friend

Chapter 214.1

I asked, “So you arrived at the royal capital right after that?”

Mazell replied, “I don’t know how soon we arrived, but when we got here, the Heavenly King was gone.”

“Is that the reason why Mubrial, the Fourth Heavenly King of Wind, retreated?” (Welner)

“I am not convinced that’s the only reason.” (Mazell)

I listened to Mazell’s story as I sipped my tea. The tea was probably good, but my head was still half-asleep, so I felt the heat more than the taste.

I was not even sure of the exact time right now, but I think it was most likely around the time when morning sun was rising, but I couldn’t see outside because there was no window in this room.

Anyway, I was woken up earlier than my normal wake up time, when it was still dark outside, and was brought to the royal palace. Ah, so sleepy.

But the post battle processing must have continued even after the Fourth Heavenly King was driven back yesterday. Many people were probably working without sleep, so I could not complain about that. I heard that my father, who was a minister, did not come home yesterday.

“So you guys are helping to aid in the relief efforts in the royal capital. That’s tough.” (Welner)

“That’s about all we can do.” (Mazell)

If Mubrial was that strong, the Heavenly King of Fire must have been a compelling enemy. How strong have they become to be able to fight against one of the Heavenly Kings and then immediately come back to the royal capital to help with the rescue operation?

Of course, the residents must have been thrilled to see the brave Mazell pulling victims out of the rubble and the saintly Laura treating the wounded, and if it leads to good publicity for Mazell and his team, that’s a good thing.

“You killed the heavenly king faster than I thought you would.” (Welner)

That’s what I really wanted to know. I was honestly surprised at how quickly Mazell returned, as I thought we would be in a siege for a few days. So when I said that, Mazell laughed at me.

“It was so much harder raiding in the dungeon than we expected. Without Welner’s warning to avoid using flame stuff, we wouldn’t have been able to deal with the Heavenly King we faced.” (Mazell)

“Come to think of it, I remember mentioning something like that.” (Welner)

I seriously had forgotten. Mazell didn’t seem to mind it though and was smiling. Eventually, not only their group but other people also said, “It is typical of Welner.” What did all this have to do with me?

“Well, it sounds like you’ve been through a lot, as well.” (Mazell)

“So much has happened. I’m honestly a little embarrassed by what has happened.” (Welner)

I responded as I put down my empty teacup. I was actually embarrassed because I had put Lily in harm’s way and almost died myself.

Lily replaced the tea cup with a new one, so I took it without hesitation. I could finally enjoy the taste of the tea.

“But I guess, you wanted an explanation regarding what relevant events have happened.” (Welner)

Actually, I couldn’t bring up Lady Juliane’s name in front of the majority, but we do need to have some sort of victory ceremony starting around noon today. I understand that His Majesty and the Crown Prince would like to know all the details of the situation before that.

That’s why Lily was called together with me. After all, even I had not heard the complete details from Lily. I didn’t have time for that.

While explaining to Mazell the information about Mubrial, the Heavenly King of Wind, whom we would fight next, I thought about how I would explain everything to His Majesty and the others. I felt so heavy.

While I was thinking and talking, someone who looked like a chamberlain entered the room and called for me, so I, Mazell, and Lily moved to the other side. This was a very secluded room, so there would be a minimum number of people to talk to and secrecy would be maintained. It was a good thing we didn’t have to hide anything from each other.

“Viscount Welner Von Zeavert, Mister Mazell Hearthing, and Miss Lily Hearthing are here.” (Guard)

“Let them through.” (King)

A Royal Guard opened the door behind which stood two Royal Guards, and a man who looked like a chamberlain called out to them.

The room was smaller than expected, but His Majesty, Crown Prince Hubert, Laura, old Uwe, the Prime Minister, and Grand Duke Seyfart were there. There were no guards in the room. I guess there must be one somewhere, but I did not know whether it was behind a hidden door or not. Perhaps Goretzka-san was there, I thought.

With this in mind, I entered the room and was about to kneel immediately when His Royal Highness the Crown Prince called out to me.

“Formality is useless. As a matter of fact, I don’t have time to spend on formality.” (Crown Prince)

“I humbly thank you for your consideration.” (Welner)

I guess it was because Mazell and Lily were also there. At any rate, I gratefully accept their kind words.

“Then, let me ask you to explain the situation.” (King)

“Yes.” (Welner)

I then explained what happened to the best of my knowledge, starting from how I went to the church to investigate the situation etc.