Solo Swordmaster

#735. no need to thank

“…Me?”

“Since the pros and cons are split in half anyway, the one you vote for will be the majority.”

Watching the agitated Rose.

As if there is any reason to be surprised.

Maia snorted lightly.

Ever since she declared neutrality in the contest… no, Rose had often taken a step back to mediate before that.

But that also depends on the situation.

What Li Qingyu did this time will decide the direction of the entire Seven Dragons.

As one of the princesses, Rose, of course, had the right to speak up, and that was what she had to do.

Especially in this situation where the pros and cons are exactly divided in half.

The opinions of the other princesses were the same.

“I have no complaints about Rose either.”

“Hmm, I think it would be more fun to decide by lottery or card game. If it’s Rose’s decision, then what?”

“…do whatever you want.”

The expressionless Ainsha.

Yekathrice smiles.

Even Hasneti with a cigarette in his mouth.

Rose, who took on the role of judge for Li Qingyu because the girls gave her the right to decide so quickly, put on a complicated expression.

It wasn’t because he felt a firm trust that he would make the right decision for the Seven Dragons.

To put it bluntly, it was the opposite.

‘…Is that so?’

Calculated that she would definitely not leave Li Qingyu alone.

A sideline that it would be fun whether she chooses between public and private affairs.

A test to see what choice she will make for the entire Seven Dragons.

to pessimistic cynicism.

Even if their intentions are intertwined.

Rose had a heavy expression on her face without realizing it.

finally realized

Li Qingyu isn’t the only one being punished now.

Because there was another princess who cheated, betrayed, and lied to everyone.

‘I knew it would happen someday…’

Rose made a bitter face.

Denying the clan’s beliefs.

Ever since I confirmed Limon.

Even after declaring neutrality, from the time I struggled with pleasure in his arms several times.

He knew that all of this was a betrayal of the other princesses and that he would pay for it someday.

Rather, it was only luck that the half-close princess was able to avoid judgment until now when Limon officially recognized her as a bride.

But more than everything.

Now she won’t be trusted by anyone.

After deciding the punishment for Li Qingyu, it would be her own turn.

I don’t regret it.

Ever since you fell.

This is a result that has already been resolved.

Above all, the time I spent with him at the cost of his fall was so happy that I wouldn’t regret it even if I lost everything.

But…

“Li Qingyu.”

Rose, who had been quietly thinking, opened her eyes only after a long time had passed.

Then he looked at Li Qingyu with a calm face where all confusion was gone.

“Before deciding on your treatment, I have three questions.”

“What question is it?”

Blue eyes calm like a lake.

Eyes deep and dull like the night.

Although the direction may be different, they look at each other with eyes that are very similar in that they are calm.

The two traitors talked.

“The first is how to use that power.”

“The second is, where is the guarantee that you will not abuse that power?”

“The last third is what to do if the swordsman won’t tolerate you as a dragon.”

The dragon’s power is mighty.

From the front, he is the weakest among the sword masters, and even before he showed his full potential, he was able to defeat the sword alone.

If Li Qingyu was determined, it was possible to devour the Seven Dragons and shake the whole world.

She is the Black Dragon.

Because he was the one who gained the power of the black dragon, the most feared of the seven dragons, with the wisdom of the seven princesses.

And as a protector of mankind.

Watch out for the dragon’s resurrection.

The one who kept the Seven Dragons in check.

In some cases, it could not be said that there was no possibility of pointing a sword at Li Qingyu.

“It’s a simple question.”

“Is that so?”

“Yes, because my answer is fixed.”

However, Li Qingyu was not at all shaken by Rose’s question.

It seems like a really easy problem.

I just replied with a smile.

“My power is for the swordsman. So, unless the swordsman wishes, there will be no misuse of my power.”

“…”

“If the swordsman still does not tolerate me…”

Slowly raise one hand.

past one year already.

But vivid as just yesterday.

Recalling the feel of the blade he kissed, he brushed his own lips.

Li Qingyu said.

“I am ready to give my life at any time.”

“…can you swear all of that to the swordsmith?”

“Of course.”

assertion without hesitation.

unwavering eyes.

After confirming that, Rose closed her eyes again.

Of course, Li Qingyu is the Black Dragon. Aside from his ability to communicate, he was an existence that could create any lie with just his natural ability.

But Rose remembered.

My past self is embraced by Limon.

When I met Li Qingyu.

The dull feelings I saw.

Those eyes filled with jealousy and hostility and a sense of betrayal toward the friend who stole her man.

Even if everything is false.

Because I know that my feelings for him are sincere.

And even though he could have killed himself with only the dragon psionics he had collected until then.

To remember the behavior of silently accepting his provocations and threats.

Rose opened her closed eyes.

“Li Qingyu. As a descendant of the dragon, you have neglected our duty to resurrect the dragon.”

“But since our souls are like our ancestors, it is also true that we not only give birth to dragons, but also deserve to become dragons ourselves.”

“And it’s also clear that you needed the strength to fight the black at the time.”

“Therefore, I will admit that your actions were justified and promise that there will be no punishment.”

Was it a bit unexpected?

Taking her eyes off the blinking Li Qingyu, Rose slowly looked away.

“If you have any objections, please speak up.”

Yekathrice with a shy smile.

“For those who need persuasion, speak.”

Ainsha with an expressionless face.

“For those who need acceptance, I will answer with a sword.”

Even Hasneti, who used to smoke.

They were the ones who entrusted the judgment of Li Qingyu to themselves.

If you want to regain that authority even now, convince yourself or defeat it by force.

Even if it is now corrupted.

As the once most virtuous princess.

This time, at the end of looking at Rose, who made a judgment that she believed was the most correct without distinguishing between construction work and spoke with conviction.

Maia opened her mouth.

“Did everyone agree?”

“I agree!”

“It is the same.”

Yekathrice and Hasneti answered immediately without hesitation as they opposed Li Qing-wi’s punishment from the beginning.

“…I admit it.”

And even Ainsha, who nodded at least a bit later, showing a reluctant look.

After confirming everyone’s opinions, Maia looked at Li Qingyu again.

“With this the judgment is over.”

“This is the consensus of our Seven Dragons.”

“From now on, all controversies regarding this matter will be banned, and anyone who violates this will be severely punished, regardless of their status.”

As long as the five princesses agreed.

This is the decision of the entire Seven Dragons.

Not only the noble family heads and elders, but even the princesses themselves, were forbidden from criticizing Li Qingyu in the future.

Speaking cynically as always, Maia slightly averted her gaze.

“And another one.”

“I think that the judgment given by Rose this time was fair enough for everyone to accept.”

“In view of that, I will also forbid you to question or criticize Rose’s fairness in the future, as long as it does not harm the Seven Dragons.”

“…?!”

That moment.

Rose opened her eyes wide.

I could understand the previous judgment.

In the first place, Maia’s discussion of Li Qingyu’s punishment was intended to prevent anyone from criticizing her in the future by punishing her in advance.

The problem was why the disposition of himself was passed along with it.

“why…?”

“Hey, you don’t have to thank us.”

He smiled coldly at her gaze.

Maia said pessimistically.

“이 또한 발정 난 개새끼나 다름없는 신랑을 둔 우리의 잘못이니.”

as if agreeing to it.

Ainsha muttered curtly with an expressionless face.

“That’s right. li is bad You are such a bad man to ask a priest for such a favor.”

“Huh-hu-hu, let go of your anger. Ainsha. Still, you can’t ignore the request that your brother made while lowering your head, can you?”

Unlike her mischievous smile, she felt Yekathrice’s gaze without a smile in her eyes.

Rose stiffened.

Because that’s when I realized.

Just because there was a bride who proved her qualifications.

That the man she loved enough to ignore the bride who had yet to prove her qualifications was not cold-blooded.

…I don’t know if I’m a bastard who would ask the priests for mercy from other women instead.

Using their trust to trick everyone, they had a tryst with him and secretly plotted.

Rather, his feelings became sharper in that he was asked by his groom and lover to be considerate of the traitors who would not be enough even if they were torn to death.

still love him

It’s never something I like.

Even if there are complaints.

In the end, the priest, who agreed to overlook the sins of the traitors for once, as requested, snorted.

“Don’t like it. Didn’t we forgive you just because we decided not to punish you?”

“Of course I know.”

“….”

With Li Qingyu smiling.

Rose silently nodded.

I only passed this time because the ‘situation’ was the situation.

If it was normal, no matter how much Limon asked, they wouldn’t have let Li Qingyu and Rose go.

After all, they could never accept each other as rivals fighting over the same man and descendents of a dragon with strong greed for monopoly.

“Anyway, since the first request of the swordsman is finished with this, now we have to talk about the second request.”

And since they knew what that ‘situation’ was, everyone agreed with Maia’s words.

The second request was that they had already listened to Limon.

In a sense, it was a much more important and necessary agenda than discussing the punishment of Li Qing-wee.

“—Prepare for an all-out war with the World Federation.”

* * *

Athens.

Headquarters of the World Federation.

In fact, unlike the tumultuous establishment ceremony, the headquarters of the World Federation has not been bright for several months.

Until the peacekeepers were dispatched to Africa, they were as strong as modern losers.

After spending money there and returning as if being chased.

The potion business, which had been started with a large investment, was pushed out by nectar and only suffered losses.

Everyone’s faces, from the lowest guild members to the executives, couldn’t be bright if they had to be bright.

nonetheless at this moment.

they all thought

I’d rather say the old days were better.

Until then, though it was gloomy, it ended in a mourning house atmosphere.

Right now, the World Federations were even feeling as if they were being buried in a grave while being put in a coffin themselves.

“I heard that the LW business has completely withdrawn.”

“…I’m sorry, but it was unavoidable.”

“I know too. Maintaining the LW business in a situation where mass production is impossible due to the undead labor force is not good for the balance.”

Of course, the monarchs at the top of the World Federation were no exception.

Or rather, they were the ones who felt the ominous air the most clearly.

The conference room, which had seven full seats right now, was empty, giving a good indication of the current situation of the World Federation.

“So I will ask you.”

And among the monarchs, the one with the brightest calculations.

That’s why the monarch who grasped the situation more objectively than anyone else.

“Should I continue to invest in World Federation?”

“What do you mean?”

“What do you think it means?”

…At the same time, the investor who poured the most money into everything from the peacekeeping force to the Potion LW business and suffered the biggest loss.

The golden lord said in a cold voice.

“It means that I’m still thinking about whether it would be wise to stop losing the World Federation.”