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I Got a New Skill Every Time I Was Exiled, and After 100 Different Worlds, I Was Unmatched (Web Novel) - Chapter 417: The Demon King's Dream Of Longing for People Shattered Completely and Vanished Fleetingly.
Chapter 417: The Demon King's Dream Of Longing for People Shattered Completely and Vanished Fleetingly.
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This chapter and Next Two chapters will be in 3rd person POVThe morning of the day Ed visited the Holy Radiance Church, Yuto and Mao had accepted a request and ventured outside the town, just the two of them, as they had been doing recently.
Todays request is the usual herb gathering, huh? Its rather dull.
We cant help it. Important tasks arent exactly handed to kids like us.
The requests that apprentice adventurers, who were minors, could accept were those without urgency, low in danger, and most importantly, ones where failure wouldnt cause any trouble. However, this also meant protecting the children by ensuring they didnt need to take responsibility for failures, so complaints were rare.
Besides, if we manage to catch a Lepreboar like last time and bring it back, theyll surely buy it from us.
Well, thats true. Lets hope for such encounters then.
As combat wasnt prohibited, those who could defeat prey and bring it in were paid a fair price, so children with both skill and savvy often earned more this way. Yuto had been a typical apprentice until recently, but after meeting Ed and the others, hed been able to join the more lucrative side.
Then, lets give it our all today too!
Yeah! Indeed!
Clapping their hands together, Yuto and Mao entered the forest with familiar steps. As they checked the usual spots for herbs while keeping an eye out for prey, a large rustling sound suddenly came from deeper within the forest.
Hmm, whats that?
Is something coming this way?
Despite Maos somewhat deflated voice, Yuto looked in the direction of the sound with a serious expression. The noise was large and careless, indicating to Yuto that a considerable number of creatures were approaching, even though he couldnt determine the exact number.
(Goblins? No, this is)
Mao-chan, lets run.
Eh? Why?
The noise is really loud, and there are many of them. That means a group big enough that they dont need to hide in the forest is coming this way. We cant handle that alone.
Well, thats true.
Agreeing with Yutos serious suggestion, Mao nodded. Of course, as the Demon King, Mao could easily annihilate any beast in the forest, whether there were a hundred or a thousand, if she went all out. However, she didnt want to reveal her true form as the Demon King to Yuto, and she had been practicing with Lunaritia to control her power for that very reason.
There was no point in revealing her true nature here. The two quietly attempted to leave the area but the unhidden group naturally moved faster than the two trying to sneak away.
Hm? Children?
Eh? Adventurers no, knights?
Emerging from the bushes was a bearded man who appeared to be about as old as Yutos father. His polished metal armor, seemingly unsuitable for walking in the forest, clearly indicated he was not a fellow adventurer. The appearance of several more similarly dressed individuals only confirmed this.
Knights here? Whats happening in the forest? Did something happen?
No, not exactly. While we are indeed knights, we are not knights of this country. We are knights of the Holy Radiance Church.
The Holy Radiance Church? The one that says the Demon King will destroy the world Ah!?
Hahaha, dont make such a face. We are well aware that our teachings are not easily accepted.
The knight chuckled at Yutos skeptical expression. Meanwhile, Mao twitched at the mention of the Demon King, but the man didnt seem to take particular notice and continued the conversation.
So, young man. Being armed and deep in the forest, are you an apprentice adventurer?
Ah, yes. We accepted a request to gather herbs today.
I see And you, girl, the same?
Yes.
Mao-chan? Whats wrong?
Mao, usually so assertive, hid behind Yuto, causing him to tilt his head in confusion. Taking a deep breath, Mao then stood boldly beside Yuto.
Its nothing. I just felt a dubious aura from that bearded man.
Dubious Im sorry, my companion said something rude.
Hmm, the young lady doesnt like me, huh? Well, that might be for the best.
Eh?
Capture them.
What!? Ugh!
The mans friendly face tightened, and the surrounding knights attacked Yuto and Mao. Outnumbered and outmatched, Yuto was quickly subdued.
Yuto!? What are you doing!?
Cant you see? Were protecting them. It would have been troublesome if they were taken hostage.
No
Everyone, stay alert! Our opponent is the Demon King!
Yes!'
Over ten knights clad in dazzling white armor surrounded Mao. Yet, in this situation or perhaps because of it, Maos cold and calm thoughts as the Demon King returned.
I wont ask why. But if you intend to harm Yuto and involve him, theres no choice. Ill make you grovel on the ground with my power!
Black flames began to cover Maos body. The power of the Demon King, far beyond the childs magic she had pretended to use, filled her, ready to crush the enemies before her. Just then
Ma- o chan
Yuto!?
Hearing Yutos voice, whom she thought had lost consciousness, Maos power dissipated instantly.
I dont want Yuto to see this. I dont want Yuto to know. I just want to be Mao, by his side a little longer
Her small wish turned the flames bursting from her hands into a weak fire, barely enough to burn dry straw, and her gaze inadvertently turned to Yuto, providing the knights with an unbeatable opportunity.
Now! Attack!
Damn it!
A strong blow to the head sent Mao tumbling to the ground. Her hand reached out towards Yuto, now at the same eye level.
Yuto ugh!
Dont lay a hand on the boy! Despicable Demon King!
But that hand was stomped on by a knight wearing white greaves. The intense pain made her vision blur, yet the small hand remained uncrushed, a testament to her non-human nature.
Quickly! Bring the sealing magical tool! And report to the bishop! We have finally found the Demon King prophesied by our oracle!
Yes! Immediately!
Following the mans orders, the other knights began to move hastily. Even in such dire straits, Maos thoughts were filled with Yuto.
If theyre after me, Yuto wont be harmed, right? But this might be the end of our playful times Ah, Yuto. I wished to adventure with you a little longer
As a man in a white robe raised a glowing orb, Maos strength drained away, and she felt an overwhelming sleepiness, losing consciousness. The knights carefully carried Maos body away.
Mao, chan
And as if in sync, Yutos consciousness also quietly sank into darkness.
