I Was a Sword When I Reincarnated Chapter 965

965: Silard to the Rescue?

Upon our arrival at Sendia, we found many adventurers guarding the city walls. They must be watching out for any more signs of the giant antidemon――aka the titan-type.

Many eyes followed us as soon as we entered the town. However, they were focused on Fran, not Izario, and everyone was very welcoming.

Furthermore, many of them called out to her by various nicknas, such as “friend of the saintess” or “the black cat princess”.

Nurous citizens expressed their gratitude for saving the city and the saintess. Izario was pretty famous, but it seems Fran was now more popular here in Sendia.

「Whoa, you’re super popular.」

「Really?」

Izario smirked and tapped Fran on the shoulder in a teasing manner. However, Fran saw how popular Izario was at the guild and how popular Sophie was in this town. She also experienced a warm welco when she visited the black cat village.

Because of those experiences, she probably didn’t think much of her popularity.

Fran continued walking, sotis waving back at other people lightly. Then, we ran into a familiar face.

I don’t rember his na, but he’s a low-level mber of the Beastn Union. I’ve seen him with a on several occasions.

「Sis! You’re back!」

He called Fran “Sis” and gave a broad smile. Fran must be a well-respected idol to many of the beastn.

「Do you know where a, Sophie, and Velria are?」

「Yes! Should be at the base right next to us! Oh, and Velria the dragon girl, right? I haven’t seen her recently.」

「What about the Silard guys?」

「They’re probably at the inn, I think?」

Seems like they haven’t left town at least.

「Should I take you to the base?」

「Please.」

「Roger!」

Fran wanted to confirm a and Sophie’s safety before she could relax. Izario knew the importance of getting the cooperation of the town’s influential leaders, so he didn’t have any complaints either.

While walking, the guy told us about what happened when the titan-type appeared.

The whole town went into a panic when the titan appeared right next to Sendia. It was unprecedented for the town to find another antidemon horde right after having fought off such huge numbers earlier.

Besides, the collapsed walls had yet to be repaired, and the reorganization of forces wasn’t complete either. It was literally the worst possible ti for an attack.

Still, the Sanatorium, the Beastn Union, the dragonkin, and the guild tead up to mount a counterattack. With the Saintess, a, and Velria backing them up, many thought they’d be able to pull through.

However, unexpected reinforcents showed up.

To their surprise, an army engaged the titan-type and antidemon horde from the rear. It was the knight order from the Holy Nation of Silard.

They took the brunt of antidemons themselves, so there was almost no damage to the town. Only a few people were injured by the tremors.

In the end, Sendia’s forces struck at the antidemons while they were engaged with the knights, and succeeded in eliminating the horde.

Also, the holy knights suffered considerable casualties. The ratkin praised them for their efforts and said he saw them in a new light.

「Well, none of our attacks worked on the big guy, but that’s where Miss a and the Saintess ca in! The two of them tead up with the Divine Sword Knight, and they took him down in no ti at all!」

Adol could have defeated the titan-type alone, so it must have been really quick with a and Sophie’s assistance. But still, why would the holy knights sacrifice themselves to save Sendia?

Those guys always had the “holier than thou” attitude, so they’d despise the residents of an illegal city. I don’t think Adol should have any reason to help Sendia at the expense of his n.

The holy knights seed more likely to use Sendia as bait rather than themselves. I can imagine that happening more easily.

But at least we learned that Sophie was safe, and that the holy knights haven’t done anything suspicious yet.

While conversing with the beastman, we soon arrived at our destination. The gatekeeper at the entrance recognized Fran and let her in without another word.

「Oh, it’s Fran! You’re back!」

「a, are you okay? With the giant antidemon and Silard.」

「Indeed, we are practically unhard, though it seems the holy knights took their fair share of casualties.」

It seems Sophie was sowhere else at the mont, so only a greeted us.

「The man next to you is…… Izario-dono!?」

「Oh, you’re the Beast King’s daughter, right?」

「Did you know each other?」

「We’ve exchanged a greeting or two, though I am very familiar with Izario-dono’s exploits. As we are both fla wielders, he is an existence I cannot ignore!」

a’s eyes radiated pure reverence. Her race and class were both focused on controlling flas, so she had great respect for Izario, the absolute best when it ca to fire.

She’s only t Izario in person a few tis, but it seems she knew a lot about him.

「H-Handshake, please!」

「Haven’t we done this before?」

「I’ll ask every ti either way!」

「Well, fine I guess. I heard the holy knights of Silard saved this town. Is it true?」

「Oh, about that……」

a chuckled and told us the true story.

「Luckily for us, they simply got caught up in the antidemon attack.」

It seems holy knights had no intention of saving Sendia. Rather, the titan-type just happened to appear right in front of them.

At first they tried to escape, but antidemons suddenly appeared to surround them and block their escape route. Sendia’s forces took advantage of the situation to strike. That’s what really happened.

a had also heard about the agreent between the Holy Nation and the dical Director. However, her thinking was that Adol would not take any action against Sophie because of how exhausted he was currently.

So Silard claid to be the city’s saviors when they really just wanted to run. How shaless can they get?

During our conversation with a, soone else appeared from the back. It was Quina, a’s maid.

「I sent out a ssenger just now, so I believe the Saintess will arrive shortly.」

It seems she sent one of the beastn to call for Sophie.

「Wonderful! How thoughtful of you, Quina!」

「Indeed, unlike a certain young lady who keeps her guests standing without serving them any tea.」

「……I-I was just about to do that! Prepare the tea imdiately!」

「It is already prepared over there, so please help yourself.」

「……F-Fuhahaha! Just look at how capable my retainer is!」

These guys are the sa as ever.