After a short silence, the audience chamber was in utter chaos.
Why, within the presence of the King is he carrying a sword??
In the Kings presence!
What are the Imperial guards doing?? Quickly, arrest him!
The civil servants edge back, the Knights on standby move forward. Inside the castle there is basic equipnt. Like the Knights in the summoning room, all these Knights have the sa short spear.
Please wait!
Iraria cried, standing in front of Hifumi with her diminutive body.
Hero-sama too, please hear my story.
.. Go ahead
Thank you very much.
On her words not being disregarded, Iraria was relieved a little. However, thinking about the problem, she braced herself.
Wait, Iraria.
Iraria looked up on hearing the Kings voice.
Though he was sitting on the throne in a relaxed manner, his countenance showed irritation.
First of all, speak with us. Hero, we are Wilburken Godenhaim Orsongrande, the King of this country.
(TN: I took so liberties with nas, but tried to stay as close as possible to the original. Also, the King is using a form of that is typically used by royalty. Hence, the us)
Hifumi did not look away from Iraria.
H-Hero sama?
I said I would listen to what you had to say. Say it quickly.
On seeing Hifumis complete disregard for him, the King angrily struck the armrest of the throne.
Ignoring us! Even a Hero is not permitted to ignore us! Guards, arrest this fellow! Its fine if hes injured a little!
Four mbers of the guard charged forward at the Royal decree, all of them were cut down in a single breath. Without being flashy, a precise swing of the sword killed efficiently. Watching the elegance and cruelty, everyone in the audience hall held their breath.
Hero-sama
What?
Your na, please let us hear it.
. Hifumi.
Thinking a little, Hifumi answered with only his given na. His family na of Touno he might as well throw away. Killing the God, crossing over worlds, killing people.
Though there were no lingering attachnts to his family, Hifumi had co alone, he may have wanted to persuade himself of that.
Hearing his na, Iraria looked Hifumi in the eye and said
Hifumi-sama, due to our selfish convenience, you were called to this world. I sincerely apologise to you. Truly, I am very sorry.
The surrounding people murmured on seeing Iraria bowing deeply.
A mber of the royal family is bowing to a rude person. In this world, where status is fixed and hierarchical relationships are the norm, this is clearly the exception.
This situation, it is my fault. To calm Hifumi-samas anger, I will do anything I can. My life, you may end it right here if you wish.
Irarias blue-eyed gaze dont waver from Hifumi. Demonstrating resolution, she awaited his words quietly.
However, the King raised his voice.
Foolish! How could such a thing happen! Isnt this person a Hero? Iraria, explain.
The Kings voice shook with anger.
Why should the princess lower her head? What did the Knights taking part in the Ritual do? Just what is going on?!
.. *Explanation*
From Irarias mouth, the reality of the situation shocked people in the hall.
So Knights have already been murdered by the man called to save the country.
And most surprising, blaming the king with a cri, no, to say such a thing warrants punishnt. Towards the King, a monarch, such a thing is unacceptable.
At least, according to the people in this world.
Hifumi, there is still ti. Kneel to us and swear to serve this country. With your ability, you can obtain a high position. The rudeness here, and the cri, we will overlook it.
Though people were killed, it was a terrible remark, but from the reactions of the civil officials, the Kings influence seems to hold much weight. With these impossibly favourable terms, the King looked down on Hifumi from the platform full of confidence.
However, to the abnormal man standing there, it was a bad move.
Foolish.
Hifumi spat and continued.
Astonishing. A man of power who is also a complete fool. Do you not understand that your daughter is desperately trying to protect you, do you not understand your position? You should be begging . I and your daughter, who you want to use for this country. You tried to deprive a man of his future, for your own selfish interests.
Hi-Hifumi sama.
Irarias fears were realised, the situation was going terribly bad.
However, it was too late.
Several Knights charged towards Hifumi, but were killed instantly. Hifumi had already reached the pinnacle of fighting one-handed. The civil servants unable to take in the violence back up against the walls, and so sit down in fear. Only the Prince and the Queen seem able to watch the situation without turning pale.
Th-Then how to say this? You cannot be returned to your forr world, the way of repatriation is lost, only the Ritual of Summoning remains.
On hearing the Kings words, Hifumi looked at Iraria. She confird it by avoiding his gaze and looking down.
Everything is our fault. Therefore. (Iraria)
If a parent obediently apologises, consent to money. Of course, your wish of leaving will be heard. Becoming the likes of a subordinate is unreasonable.
Money, huh
The princess herself does not have any assets. Because it is rare to buy anything with ones purse.
Of course, the country pays for this.
Wh-Why.
The criminal is a King. The Kings responsibility is the countrys responsibility. That is how it is.
Hifumi did not really want a lot of money. He wanted enough for imdiate funds in this world. However, he was unable to accept the Kings attitude and wanted to see the reaction of the King and specified an amount of money.
30 percent of this countrys treasury. Ah, I will receive a formal apology, of course. This nations King who ssed up, you will publicize this event so that it is common knowledge.
That is.
Understanding wells in Iraria. Her father cannot accept these conditions.
Thought the amount of money ntioned is not a problem, but publicizing the Kings blunder, with her fathers character, will not be allowed because of the Royal familys dignity. Sothing like this is reason enough for abdication.
Heh Are you stupid? I cannot accept such a reason. Take a better look at reality if you want to negotiate.
The King scoffed on listening to Hifumis conditions.
At this late a stage, he did not give up his superiority.
Then, I will give you enough money to live easily for several years. You are sowhat talented, but a mad dog is not needed. On receiving the money, leave the castle imdiately.
In order to show dignity to the vassals who are sowhat settling down, the King talked as though he had the upper hand. The Kings authority is higher than anyone else, they reassured themselves of that while exchanging glances.
Until the end, he understands nothing. What a pathetic fellow.
Hifumi muttered to himself, with a sigh mixed in. How many people were able to hear it?
Though Iraria heard him, before she understood, the next scene jumped into her eyes.
Die.
With silent footsteps, Hifumi draws near the King in an instant.
With a sound like cutting grass, the Kings head was cut off.
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