Solo Swordmaster

#653. You’ll know when you go.

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Countess Sea Serpent.

A castle representing London.

As long as it has been managed as the home base of the Blue Dragon clan, the interior has an elegant dignity no matter how trivial it is.

this moment.

The drawing room, where sweet scents were spreading, was no exception.

the source of its scent.

After picking up the crembo neatly placed on the plate with her slender fingers.

Swallowing it in one bite, she gently rolled the melted chocolate and marshmallow in her mouth before opening her closed eyes.

“It’s a well-made crembo.”

“of course. Tata’s Krembo is the best. It is the state of the world’s foremost national affairs.”

with a blunt answer.

The girl reached out.

And lift up the teacup.

After swallowing a sip of the warm black tea contained in it, he said with an expressionless face.

“Black tea with Rose isn’t bad either. It goes well with Tata’s crembo.”

“I’m glad that’s the case.”

Rose smiled lightly.

And after swallowing a sip of the black tea, he washed away the sweet taste of the crembo that remained in his mouth.

He said it seemed odd.

“Come to think of it, it’s been a while since we two met like this.”

“That’s right. This is the first time since a charity gig in Europe.”

“I was grateful at that time.”

“It was a transaction, so there is no need for thanks. It has also benefited our family business. It’s a win-win for each other.”

“Anyway, it’s true that I was able to help many people thanks to Ainsha’s song.”

Rose smiled lightly.

It is only unusual that the Seven Dragon Branches were held again and again recently.

Due to the separate nature of each clan, it was rare for the seven princesses of the Seven Dragons to meet separately in the first place.

in that sense.

Rose and Ainsha met relatively often.

Ainsha, the world’s best singer and priestess of the Holy League, participated in various charity events, and Rose, who did not spare any donations.

Because there were many points of contact between the two.

“Listening to Ainsha’s songs during charity concerts was one of my little pleasures, but it is regrettable that it will be difficult to hold concerts for a while.”

“I speak whenever I want to hear. He sings at least a song at any time.”

“That is a very grateful word.”

So this moment.

The atmosphere between the two was comfortable.

Until she opened her mouth as if she had suddenly remembered Rose.

“By the way, Ainsha.”

“Speak. I listen.”

“As a princess representing a clan and a priest of the Holy League, wouldn’t it be better to refrain from excessive contact with outsiders?”

“…I want to know what that means.”

“It is literally. People who don’t know about Ainsha might misunderstand if they see her like that.”

how pure she is

don’t know how to lie

Are you clumsy with emotions?

Knowing yourself is fine.

But if before.

If another princess had seen him and her close-knit on the plane…

“—A lewd and unscrupulous girl who pretended to be innocent and secretly seduced a swordsman by herself.”

He might have sold Ainsha right there and declared war.

in a light smile.

in a soft voice.

As if it was advice for Ainsha.

At the end of seeing Rose, who speaks with consideration, with an expressionless face.

“I agree.”

nodding

after giving consent.

Ainsha said bluntly.

“I was too careless. Be careful not to misunderstand next time. Thanks for the advice.”

“I just said what I had to say.”

“That makes it even better.”

Please be careful as we must avoid infighting in the Seven Dragons due to quarrels between the princesses.

Looking at Rose asking for a favor.

Ainsha continued.

“Rose declared neutral for everyone else. It is an amazing spirit of sacrifice.”

“I have never made any sacrifices.”

“It is a sacrifice.”

“…”

“The reason everyone acknowledged neutrality was because they trusted Rose. So, in order not to break Rose’s trust, we must remain neutral until the very end.”

restrain each other

The seven princesses are naturally suspicious.

Nonetheless, the reason the other princesses believed in Rose was because of her character and the trust the Blue Dragon clan had built up over hundreds of years.

so that.

the white-haired girl.

He declared without hesitation.

“So even if Rose proposes to Lee, you have to refuse.”

“….”

“It is unacceptable to declare neutrality for the benefit of the Seven Dragons and later take an advantageous side. It is even more so when you openly intercept Lee.”

“….”

“If I were such a shameless traitor….”

With an expressionless face like a doll.

With eyes as clear as glass.

Looking straight at Rose.

“—Kill it.”

stealing the future

as the result says.

At the end of looking at the world’s best prophet, who spoke without wavering, with blue eyes as deep and dark as the deep sea.

Rose had a deep smile.

“That makes sense.”

“It was said without thinking. I just overhear it.”

“No, I will carefully engrave it. There might be one thing in between.”

If that happens, she says her advice will be of great help.

Rose took a teacup.

If you need it, I will help you anytime, so just talk.

Ainsha swallowed the Krembo.

Tastes sweet like honey.

A fragrance deeper than flowers.

But at that tea party.

There was no warmth anymore.

There was only the coolness of two beasts prowling around to find a weak spot to end each other’s breath.

The moment when the tension that deepened as time passed reached its peak, and the rat passing by became so tense that it died of a heart attack.

rattle!

“Are you enjoying your tea time?”

“Yes swordsman.”

“Welcome.”

Unlike before, a natural smile bloomed on Rose’s face.

In the midst of warm warmth returning to Ainsha’s emotionless eyes.

A white-haired man came through the door.

Limon sat down and said.

“I’m sorry I left your seat, even though I gave you the most time in the middle of my busy schedule.”

“it’s okay. It was a good break for me too.”

I had a pleasant tea time with Ainsha.

After speaking softly.

Rose asked after hesitation.

“…Did you say hello?”

“What are you going to say hello to? I just stopped by while I was there.”

“…”

“Anyway, thank you for taking care of that guy’s grave while the restoration of London isn’t finished yet.”

“No, I’m just sorry that I didn’t pay attention to the grave of the King of Swords earlier.”

Sword King Richard is a hero of his country.

Before being a princess of the Seven Dragons, as a noble of the British Empire, it was only natural to manage the relics and tombs.

Watching Rose speak politely.

When Limon scratches his cheek.

Ainsha opened her mouth.

“Rose, let’s get to the point.”

“Are you talking about the funnel for that auction?”

“That’s right.”

“…Honestly, that’s a difficult request.”

The reason why Limon and Ainsha visited.

In other words, when asked to know the source of the Midas auction items, Rose put on a puzzled expression.

Jormungand of the Blue Dragon Clan is a conglomerate that dominates logistics and distribution around the world, including shipping and aviation.

So it was not difficult to trace the distribution route of any product.

One problem.

The auction item is stolen.

The way the fences handled it was not the usual way.

“Midgard is our clan’s secret and wealth.”

In the past, it was called the Demonic Cult.

The Blue Dragon Clan took control of smuggling organizations all over the world.

And we have created a special distribution network so that no one can trace it.

That is Midgard.

It was a path of darkness that stretched like the roots of a tree to every corner of the world that became the predecessor of Jormungandr.

As the Chilryonghoe was nurtured, much of it was abandoned, but a considerable number of routes remained like small roots and were being used by smugglers.

The Blue Dragon Clan also controlled the distribution of dangerous contraband by managing it instead of shutting it down.

However, sharing Midgard meant giving away the weakness of the Blue Dragon clan.

“I’d rather you tell us all the information you know, and we’ll track it down for you…” “

That’s not enough. We have to do it ourselves to be sure.”

“I guess so.”

To Ainsha’s objection.

Rose agreed.

If it was something else, the blue dragon clan would have been quicker to step out.

However, due to the nature of counterfeiting and duplication and difficult appraisal, experts were required to track art or antiques.

As Li Qingyu also admitted.

The best experts in this field were the White Dragon clan.

So at the end of the thought.

Rose nodded.

“All right. We will share information about Midgard.”

“Is that all right, Count?”

“A matter is a matter.”

The danger of the auction is well known to Rose.

No matter how important a clan’s secret was, it could be shared in order to uncover its source.

She is the Blue Dragon Princess.

Even if I gave up my beliefs.

Because it was the conscience of the Seven Dragons.

“Instead, there are conditions.”

“condition?”

“yes.”

And the most important fact of all.

Why can’t this request be denied?

Looking at the gray-haired man whom I love so much that I want to be with him even if he commits any taboo.

Rose smiled.

“Would you like me to hear you play again next time?”

“…However much.”

when you are alone

I want to hear him play.

It seems embarrassing to ask like this.

But at Rose’s words without hesitation, Limon smiled and nodded.

And it seems like he knew that.

Likewise, the world’s best singer, who nodded from the side, spoke triumphantly with an expressionless face.

“If you want to hear Lee play, contact me too. In particular, my songs are also played together.”

“No, I don’t need that.”

“…”

Like that, under Rose’s cooperation.

The full-scale backtracking began.

The blue dragon clan dominates the distribution network around the world, including the sun and the dark.

The White Dragon clan has deep know-how in art and culture.

The backtracking of the auction proceeded surprisingly quickly thanks to the proactive investigation by the princesses of the two clans.

before a few days had passed.

Once they were able to figure out the funnel.

“I want to know if this is certain.”

“According to what we have confirmed, yes.”

“…it is difficult.”

Rose made a puzzled expression.

That was why Ainsha was immersed in trouble.

It wasn’t just because the two clans couldn’t find the original source of the auction item despite their efforts.

It’s because the information was cut off in an awkward place.

Even Ainsha, who proudly asked the Blue Dragon clan to share Midgard information, felt helpless this time.

However, Limon calmly opened his mouth.

“I don’t think there will be much trouble, right?”

“I don’t think Lee is easy.”

Rose was the only exception.

The other princess of the Seven Dragons.

In particular, it is said that the possibility of ‘her’ willingly cooperating is low.

In spite of Ainsha’s rare logical point, Limon showed little sign of concern.

I just shrugged slightly.

“Well, you’ll know that once you go.”

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And…

“Welcome.”

to save time.

It went straight through space movement.

A palace bathed in the hot sun.

“My master.”

in the middle of it.

Kneel respectfully.

Kissed Limon’s instep.

The coldest, toughest and most violent of the Seven Dragons.

However, at the end of causing an earthquake at the sight of a red-haired beauty who is now obedient like a slave.

giggling

Ainsha turned her head.

And it’s like I didn’t know that.

I asked blankly at the white-haired man who was scratching his cheek awkwardly.

“What the hell have you been doing…?”