The Executed Sage Reincarnates as a Lich and Begins a War of Aggression Chapter 273: The Sage Inherits the Will

She was knocked out of her stance mid-air and landed without successfully attacking .

She staggered a little and looked down at the arrow stuck in her chest.

Her face contorted as she ca to a realization.

I see This is

Its the arrow that killed you back then.

I said succinctly.

The arrow I fired was the one used during her execution dozens of years ago.

Before the battle began, I managed to find it after scouring through the Valley of the Dead.

To others, it was just a typical rotten arrow.

But for her, the very person whose life was lost to that arrow, it was a product of causality.

The arrow contained the concept of a hero slayer.

It possessed a magical aning and acted as a sort of curse.

The arrow and the hero were connected through causality.

Once unleashed, it possesses a homing power that would take her life.

The fact that she had an immortal soul didnt matter.

That causality of death was just that strong.

It would activate and ignore the characteristics of the soul.

The reason I didnt use it until now was due to the possibility of her blocking it.

I wanted to use it during extre conditions where neither of us had leisure to spare.

Therefore, I saved it until now.

I feel a little tired.

She lowered her sword as she confessed.

I couldnt feel her fighting spirit anymore.

She seed to have admitted defeat.

As she touched the arrow, she smiled slightly.

It really is a precise asure. Now that I think about it, your asures have helped countless tis. I get to taste it personally this ti, though

Her words were tinged with nostalgia.

She must have recalled the days of our journey.

Back then, I also served the role of a tactician.

During our battle against the Demon Lords Army, I devised all our plans and strategies, and she acted accordingly.

Even during our clash against a strong demon, I thoroughly ca up with counterasures before we proceeded into battle.

In that manner, I had contributed to the victory of the hero from the shadows.

She and I confronted each other now.

She spun her words without feeling any pain from the arrow.

Youve grown strong. As a person who once fought alongside you, I feel proud.

Its all thanks to you. I wouldnt have been able to reach here on my own.

The reason I could call myself a sage was thanks to her.

The one who raised as a herald was none other than the hero.

Sa could be said for becoming the Demon Lord.

They both centered around her.

I managed to co to my answer now because I have heard her true thoughts.

She impacted greatly in this battle.

The smoldering conflict within was resolved and I, who was always chasing after her all this ti, was able to surpass her.

As I dispersed my own sword, I ca to a decision and spoke.

Claire-sama.

What is it?

Thank you for everything up till now.

I lowered my head.

Even as I felt various emotions running through my mind, I thanked her.

I focused on keeping the nervousness out of my voice.

I clenched my trembling hands tightly.

No, Im also grateful to you. Thank you for your care all this ti.

When I raised my head, she had a gentle expression on her face.

Her clear eyes showed her sincerity.

Ill entrust the future of the world to you. Dont be held back by the ideas of a dying hero and step forward with your own will.

Yes I understand.

I nodded in response.

The battle ended with the Demon Lord as the victor.

In that case, I needed to continue on with my principles.

That was the responsibility of the victor.

She looked up at the night sky and sighed.

As she moved her gaze towards , I could see a certain kind of joy.

I was being negative regarding my resurrection, but it's a surprisingly good thing.

What do you an?

I asked.

I had assud she didnt wish to be resurrected.

Therefore, it was unexpected to hear that she thought it was a good thing.

As I was unconvinced by her answer, she confessed plainly.

Dwight Havelt I got to witness the growth of a person who is dear to . Theres nothing that could make happier.

As soon as she finished saying it, her eyes glazed over.

She imdiately looked down, wiped her eyes, and turned around.

As the moon and stars softly shone, she said quietly.

Ill be watching over you in the afterlife. I dont seek any more reunions, okay?

Of course, I understand.

I- see

She soon fell back onto the wasteland in the night.

Her movents ceased.

The soul within her dispersed.

After watching the final monts of the hero, I knelt down and offered a mont of silence.