Solo Swordmaster

#Side Story 2. Bluebird in Pursuit of Happiness (1)

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The past is the past.

Because it can never be reversed.

It is foolish to live excessively tied to things that have already passed.

However, if you know the past, you can reduce future failures and learn how to succeed.

Therefore, the wiser the person, the more thoroughly he or she would analyze and understand even things that have already been completed.

“Indeed…”

That was it.

A few days after the crazy festival ended.

The reason why Limon, who was sitting on the sofa in Leviathan’s penthouse, had a serious expression on his face.

“You went through a lot more trouble than you thought to protect the world.”

“That’s right. “It was really hard.”

Ainsha was chewing on Krembo.

Catherine sits next to her and feeds Krembo.

There were also other brides who were leaning against the wall with their arms crossed or drinking while standing.

He told everyone how he stopped the monster wave and what other incidents happened after he left on the Santa Maria.

Limon sighed after hearing the detailed story.

A world almost devastated.

Less than half of humanity is left, etc.

Just by looking at the general situation, one could guess how intense the fight that took place on Earth was.

However, the Starlight Church goes on the rampage, the defense line collapses, the battle with the reincarnation monarch leads to the destruction of the Nine Worlds, and even the activation of the great miracle magic, the Gate of Valhalla.

The battle I heard in detail from the seven princesses was more intense than I imagined.

The fact that it lasted for half a year is nothing short of a miracle.

“Thank you all.”

That’s why Limon expressed his gratitude.

The sacrifices of the seven clans.

It is also the one that protected humanity.

Above all, no one died during such a fierce battle.

Because before being the guardian deity of mankind, as their groom, I could not help but be truly grateful.

“No, we should be the ones to thank you.”

“It is just as Li Qingyu said. “Compared to what you have done, what we have done is nothing.”

However, they actually declined Limon’s gratitude and showed complicated expressions.

After the Santa Maria left.

Because they also heard about the fight Limon fought.

“…Honestly, I’m surprised. “I expected that the flow of time would change, but I never expected that my brother would come back after 20 years.”

“The constellations fighting in their own constellations were more difficult than expected.”

Only half a year.

In the meantime, they have overcome life and death several times just by protecting humanity from monsters.

How difficult it must have been for Limon to fight alone against the Constellations for 20 years, without a clan to support him or an army to fight alongside him.

They couldn’t even imagine.

Especially since I realized how absurd the constellation was while dealing with the reincarnation monarch.

Above all….

“You are lucky to have returned, Duke of Swords.”

“huh?”

“If you hadn’t come back to life, we would have killed you with our own hands, even if we had to force you to do so.”

“…That’s definitely luck.”

After hearing Maia’s icy words.

Limon scratched his cheek.

This is because, unlike the cold voice, I could feel the worry and resentment contained within it.

No, it wasn’t just Maia.

After finding out he was dead.

The other princesses also showed their emotions with indescribable facial expressions.

Limon, who had promised to return without fail and had gone to the underworld leaving them behind, had nothing left to say.

Even more so because he had heard, at least roughly, how anxiously the seven princesses, including Ainsha and Catherine, had been waiting for him.

“Stop saying things you don’t mean. “Didn’t everyone know that he wouldn’t die even if they killed him?”

“Hmm. “With that said, the longer your brother’s return was delayed, the more serious Charlotte’s mood seemed to become.”

“Stop talking nonsense.”

Maybe it was because they remembered the disgusting behavior they showed when Limon didn’t come back.

Some princesses, including Charlotte, looked displeased or embarrassed at the mere mention of the story.

On the other hand, there were princesses like Ainsha and Catherine who proudly acted as if it was a natural thing for a bride to do.

“I am just thankful that the Lord of the Chamber of Commerce defeated the Constellations and returned safely like this.”

“sympathy. If you win safely, that’s enough. “As expected, the male teacher is amazing.”

On the other hand, Suri, who runs with Anastasia, did not show much emotion about Limon’s death and resurrection.

They are beings who have returned from the underworld.

He was bound to this world by the power of the star given to him by Limon.

When he dies and the star’s power is exhausted, he will naturally follow Limon to the underworld.

Truly diverse.

Li Qingyu smiled and said to him who smiled bitterly at the priests who treated him in different ways.

“Don’t take Maia’s words too seriously. Anyway, the reason we were able to reunite safely like this is because the Sword Duke defeated the constellations.”

“I didn’t do it on my own. “This is only possible because you guys held on while I was gone.”

After a brief pause.

Limon slightly lowered his head.

“It’s also thanks to the guy who followed me through my fight, even secretly stowing away on board the Santa Maria.”

After hearing that.

The princesses were silent for a moment.

Who is Limon talking about?

Because everyone knew.

To save him, he became trapped in a gap in time and space, but barely survived thanks to the sacrifices of his friends.

Even after returning from the border between life and death, he did not wake up and fell asleep as if he were dead.

[Ahem, I tried quite hard.]

…No, I actually fell asleep.

And finally wake up.

A blue bird that was pecking at the snacks with its beak, as if trying to eat all the leftover rice in one go.

Limon burst into laughter as he watched Yuna fluff her feathers and show off as if she was proud.

“Well, honestly, it’s a bit subtle to say that it’s always been helpful.”

[How subtle! Why me?!]

“Don’t you remember? Did you roll your eyes when you first encountered the constellations? “He even attacked me once.”

[That’s the first story! After you got used to it, that didn’t happen!]

“Besides, it only gets in the way of that game constellation.”

[It’s not a disturbance?! It was a strategy?!?! Is the team leader crazy for suddenly clearing such a traditional RPG as if it were a dating simulation?!]

“Ah, but it was quite helpful when dealing with that asshole. He’s so infatuated with you….”

[Team leader, do you really want to make a life-or-death decision with me? Let’s talk about dark history with each other. I also have a lot to report to the princesses!?!]

“….”

What’s going on with the constellations? There was this.

The princesses deepened their gaze as they looked at Limon and Yuna-kyung clattering.

A conversation as light as a joke.

This is because I was able to feel once again how deep and intense the past 20 years had been just by listening to the various incidents contained in it.

That was why.

The reason why Li Qingyu calmly opened his mouth.

“Mr. Blue…. No, Ms. Na-kyung. Thank you.”

[yes? What?]

“For helping the swordsman for the past 20 years and even sacrificing himself to save him.”

[I’m not thankful, I just did what I had to do.]

“That’s why I’m even more thankful.”

Li Qingyu smiled.

Of course, Limon is a sword master.

You are the absolute of absolutes.

Even if it weren’t for Yuna-kyung, we might have been able to win the battle between the constellations in the end.

However, the 20 years leading up to that victory must have been incomparably difficult, lonely, and painful.

That there is someone by your side.

How important that one thing is.

As someone who knew her better than anyone else, she was truly grateful to Na-kyung Yu.

And it wasn’t just Li Qingyu.

“That’s right. I am truly grateful. “If Lee had been alone, he would have been devastated.”

“Hmm… It’s a shame that I couldn’t physically comfort my brother who was broken after living alone for 20 years, but I admit it was helpful anyway.”

“I think your dedication is worthy of praise.”

“As the bride of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry, I am also grateful to you.”

Expressionlessly.

Or giggling.

Or with a serious face.

Or even more politely.

Those who are thankful to Yuna-kyung for protecting Limon by his side.

“If there are any aftereffects from wandering through the gaps in space and time, please tell me. “I can provide you with any remaining nutritional supplements.”

“Tell Ellis and I will prepare a special card for you, so take it. At least you won’t run out of pocket money.”

“I will permanently retire Horus No. 20 and make it the royal family’s credo.”

“promise. Say when you’re hungry. Catch delicious bugs anytime. “There are also wonderful stag beetles on the mountain behind.”

Cynically.

And vaguely.

Cold but sincere.

Always showing kindness to sleepy eyes.

Even those who go beyond just gratitude and promise compensation.

[Uhm. There’s no need to be that grateful, but if you still take care of it…]

Yuna-kyung was flattered even though she looked embarrassed at the girls’ actions of expressing their gratitude in different ways.

Seven princesses of the Seven Dragons.

There are two sword masters.

He is the protagonist who saved humanity and has already taken over the hegemony of the world.

Being thanked like this by girls who didn’t have to worry about anyone except Limon was an experience that not everyone could have.

That’s why Yuna-kyung was actually shrugging.

“Hmm, now that I think about it, I have something to give you too.”

As if something suddenly occurred to me.

Until Limon opened his mouth.

[yes? What?]

“What?” “You promised to give me compensation.”

[…? …. … !]

question.

understanding.

And twaak.

Yuna-kyung, who was tilting her head, belatedly realized something and made an expression that made her eyes pop out.

Limon continued calmly.

“Everyone has a story to tell.”

“What are you talking about?”

“I want to ask your opinion on something related to this guy.”

[Now wait a minute. manager. No way now…!]

“Na-kyung said she wants to get married when everything is over. “I decided to find this guy’s ideal type.”

[…!]

“…I want to know what your ideal type is.”

That moment.

Yuna-kyung stiffened.

No, it was completely frozen.

“Well, it’s not that complicated.”

“First of all, you have to be in good health.”

“The face just needs to be manly.”

“Strong enough to protect my family.”

“He has a kind side that takes good care of children.”

“He has the trustworthiness and tolerance of his older brother.”

“Even if he has a dirty temper, he takes thorough care of his woman.”

“I’m good at cooking.”

“And what was the last one?”

Unfortunately.

Yuna-kyung could not answer.

“…It’s really not a complicated condition.”

[….]

“We also know one person whose ideal type fits exactly those criteria.”

As Limon continued speaking, heavy and cool air filled the spacious penthouse.

And grinned.

But with unsmiling eyes.

As if the gentle atmosphere in which he expressed his gratitude a moment ago was a lie, he looked at himself coldly, as if he were looking at a thief crow.

It’s scarier and scarier than the constellations I’ve faced over the past 20 years.

Seven dragon fruit.

Under the gaze of the two sword masters.

There was one thing she could have done.

[…Hiccup.]

All I could do was hiccup and break into a cold sweat like rain.