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Chapter 226
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Emperor, Nicholas’s office. Nicholas had just received the entire situation report. “Really…” Standing with his back to Cheshire and facing the large map on the wall, Nicholas was filled with excitement. “You’ve really…work hard.” His voice trembled. Cheshire, observing Nicholas’s back trembling with emotion, calmly bowed his head. “Please show leniency regarding the desertion from the front lines and disobedience to orders by Leon Antrase.” “Huh?” Nicholas tilted his head and looked back. “Although he acted unilaterally, it was to save a young soldier with no experience. As a result, we were able to prevent the loss of valuable forces that would contribute to Your Majesty’s long-cherished project. Therefore, I ask for leniency.” “No.” Nicholas waved his hand. “I never had any intention of punishing Sir Leon. On the contrary, it is only right to commend him. As you said, he saved Dos at a time when every single soldier was crucial.” “Thank you.” “And.” Nicholas approached. Cheshire’s whole body was covered in goosebumps as he faced Nicholas’s expression as he approached. The corners of his lips went up, unable to hide it. His eyes were half-turned, looking like a madman. It was a joy. “Isn’t he a very grateful benefactor who, through my sword, has finally awakened you? Hmm?” “…” “If it weren’t for such a desperate situation, would you have been able to reach that realm of the sword?” High Elevado. The realm of the sword that Cheshire had so desperately hoped to reach someday. Only Enoch Rubinstein had achieved the ultimate power. And… The ability to penetrate the defenses of the Kingdom of Isolem, and the key that would guarantee the ‘success’ of the invasion. “Yes.” Cheshire bowed his head and said. “I worked day and night to fulfill Your Majesty’s great will, but it was a realm that was difficult to reach. So this battle was a good experience for me as well.” “Hahaha…” Nicolas, overcome with emotion, grabbed Cheshire’s shoulder. “Cheshire.” “Yes, Your Majesty.” “The castle I have firmly protected on this land is on the verge of collapse. You know that as well.” “Yes.” “There is only one way to rebuild my castle that the worms are gnawing away at, to restore the status of the imperial family that has fallen to the ground.” “….” “I don’t want to wait any longer.” Cheshire nodded. “I will reorganize the army. Please give the order to march in one month.” “Ah.” The answer came out as if he had been waiting for it. Nicholas shuddered and brought his trembling hand to his lips. “Ha, ha… Finally, finally, I am achieving the long-standing task of the imperial family of this empire…” “I am sorry that I was not able to reach the level Your Majesty desired sooner because of my shortcomings.” Cheshire added with shining eyes. “I will never fail and will dedicate myself to victory.” “….” Now Nicholas began to tremble all over. A faint moisture gathered in his wide eyes. “I… believed in you.” Nicholas, overwhelmed with excitement, struggled to catch his breath as he embraced Cheshire. “Haha, ha…” Soon, he struggled to contain his emotions and, clutching his head, turned away. “Ahahahahaha! Hahahahaha!!!” The sound of joyful laughter filled the air. As if he had already achieved victory and become a conquering king. * * * The Wizard Tower, Oscar’s office. Cheshire went straight to the Wizard Tower. The day of the decisive battle had been set, so the emperor had ordered him to visit the Wizard Tower, the core force of the capital, to check their position and request necessary support. Of course… It was all set up. Of course, there was nothing to talk about between Cheshire and Oscar. It was enough to merely show that he visited the Wizard Tower to the outside world. ‘It feels like 20 hours have passed.’ But it was only 2 hours. Cheshire was trapped in Oscar’s office, killing time. ‘Let’s go in 30 more minutes.’ There was no conversation between the two. The office was as quiet as a dead mouse. The only sound was the sound of Oscar sitting at his desk, fluttering a piece of paper. “Hey.” “Yes.” After sitting in silence for 2 hours, Oscar called Chessie. “Don’t waste time and tell me the story behind that day.” “That day?” “February 7th.” Oscar smiled, resting his chin on his hands. If it was February 7th… It was the day he started dating Lilith. “The day when one of you, whether it was you or her, confessed and asked to date.” He knew from Lilith that Oscar had caught them. But… “On the way home in the carriage. You forcefully put your hand on the back of the carriage and locked the kid up, and I didn’t hear what you did after that, you know?” He had no idea he’d know all the details so well! Cheshire’s eyes shook. “I told the kid to say what happened next exactly twenty-four times, but nothing. Something big must have happened, right?” “Nothing happened.” “If you lie, you’ll lose your arm.” “….” “Nothing really happened?” Cheshire’s eyes kept shaking. “Tell me.” Oscar Manuel. The person who dedicated everything to save Lilith and create a new opportunity for everyone. He knew it was only natural to humble himself before someone he was grateful to. He had the intention to show respect and had no desire to create unnecessary conflicts. ‘But is it right to talk about what happened next? Would that be showing respect to this person? It would be more upsetting. No, actually, putting that aside….’ Can I live? Cheshire said after thinking for a moment. “Yes, I will tell you. But I will tell you in a month. I have something to do….” I might die. In that case, at the very least, he should have cut off the emperor’s head first. “Oho? It seems like something happened that could not guarantee your life or death if you tell me now?” Oscar was sharp! “If you tell me now, I will spare your life. But if you tell me later, I will kill you.” “….” “I promise. I am a person who always keeps my promises.” What should I do? In the end, after much contemplation, Cheshire slowly parted his trembling lips. * * * “… Is it me that you like?” They were close enough that their breaths mixed. “I, I…” Lilith hesitated to answer Cheshire’s serious question. “Answer… me.” “I, I, um, s, so…” Lilith, who had her eyes tightly shut, took a small breath. “…That’s right.” Soon, fluttering. The trembling eyelashes opened and the pupils were visible again. “I like you too…” Even though he was nervous, his blue pupils sparkled beautifully as always. Cheshire felt his breath catch for a moment. He muttered as if he was possessed, looking at Lilith’s face. “Actually, I… feel uncomfortable when I see other people confessing that they like you.” “…” “I thought you liked the Lord of the Wizard Tower, so I thought you wouldn’t accept it anyway. But I kept worrying and couldn’t sleep at night.” “…” “I even thought it would be better if you had a lover… so I wouldn’t have to worry about such things. But…” Thump thump thump thump. “Not the others, me.” The sound of his heart pounding as if it was going to burst out must have been heard by Lilith. “I… want to.” “…” “…let me do it.” A trembling voice. Lilith, who had been silent for a while with her hand on her chest, soon answered shyly― “Okay.” —she answered. ‘Ah.’ At that moment, Cheshire froze. How should he describe the emotions of that moment? It was just, his heart felt overwhelmed. And it was hard to look away from Lilith’s face, which was so close. Pretty. Really. Even though it is no different than usual, the relationship between each other is called a word called ‘lover’. Everything felt new. “…?” Was he mistaking his dazed state, intoxicated by that strange feeling? Lilith’s arm, which had risen, gently grasped Cheshire’s neck. Their gazes remained locked. Embarrassed, yet with eyes that sparkled. The blue pupils gradually faded away. Eyes gently closed. Lips, tightly pressed together, trembled slightly. ‘All of a sudden…?’ Cheshire knew nothing. However, he had enough sense to know what needed to be done at this moment. Cheshire closed his eyes, feeling nervous. And very slowly. He pressed his lips gently against Lilith’s. Simply pressed down like a stamp. It was just their lips touching. Nevertheless, his heart ran crazy and the blood of the whole body rose hot. A sharp first kiss, no. It was a memory of the first kiss… * * * Startled. Cheshire was surprised. Oscar, who had approached closely, was threateningly grabbing him by the collar. “Is this b*stard makwing thwings uwp?” His eyes, clenched with rage, were shining fiercely. “I didn’t know anything, it wasn’t intentional, I only pressed my lips together like stamping a seal…” “…” “Three things. They’re all lies, right?” “It is the truth.” “Mhm, I don’t believe it.” “…” “On the first day of dating? Kiss? ” “…I’m sorry.” “What did you do the next day?” “I did nothing.” “What do you do?” Oscar, with eyes wide and furious, pulled on Cheshire’s collar. “Do you really want to die? Have you gone completely insane, with no sense in your head?” It was becoming increasingly hard to breathe. Cheshire said with difficulty. “You promised you’d spare me….” “I promised to spare your life, but I never said I’d send you back in one piece?” “Ah.” “Did I promise not to make you or not? I don’t remember that? ” …That’s right. There was nothing to say to the scam victims who stamped the mischievous contract. “You should pay the price for physical contact with a lady who isn’t yet an adult. Choose one. I’ll generously give you the option to decide.” Oscar, who had let go of Cheshire’s collar, gestured with his chin like a gatekeeper of hell and spoke. “Left arm, left leg, right arm, right leg.” “…? ” “Let’s have you pick just one out of the four. I’m being quite generous here.” Cheshire’s mouth slowly fell open. Was he serious? The emotion glaringly visible in Oscar’s eyes was— Malice! Cheshire licked his dry lips and quickly started calculating in his head. ‘The legs… No.’ Then one of the arms. ‘The right arm…’ He needed to hold the sword. Cheshire had to hold the sword. After making his decision, Cheshire spoke. “I’ll take it on my left arm.” “Very well.” Oscar grabbed Cheshire’s left arm and placed his hand on his shoulder. Immediately, mana began to gather. ‘I, is he serious?’ Cheshire’s eyes widened in disbelief, unable to believe that Oscar would actually go through with it. At that moment, the door burst open and someone made a loud entrance. “Master’s cutie! What are you…” It was Lilith. Her understanding of the situation was swift. “…Aaaaah what are you doing?!!!”
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