Published at 26th of December 2025 7:39 am

Chapter 464: The Value of Fame Versus Tranquility Differs From Person to Person.

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After that, we successfully hunted three large animals within the promised five days. For a normal hunter, three in five days would be quite a struggle, but with my [Akashic Compass] and Tias spirit magic combined, it was a breeze.

If we wanted to, we could have hunted more, but theres no point in catching more game than can be eaten, and unlike demonic beasts, if normal animals are overhunted, their numbers wont recover. Even if theyre dangerous creatures that attack humans, its basic knowledge not to hunt more than necessary, and neither Tia nor I were foolish enough to do such a thing for trivial self-aggrandizement.

So, on the day of the memorial service, which arrived without any problems, Village Chief Rohas began to speak in a quiet tone in front of the villagers gathered in the central square.

I am truly glad that we can hold this memorial service today to mourn those who fell victim to the Demon King. We are able to mourn the dead only because we have the luxury to do so in our lives. And we have this luxury because those who died protected us with their lives. Let us first offer our prayers to those who have passed.

At these words, everyone quietly closed their eyes and began to pray. For Tia and me, these were people whose faces and names we didnt know, but for that very reason, we quietly offered our prayers not to any specific individual, but to all the deceased.

Alright. With this, our prayers for the repose of the souls of the dead are concluded. Now, lets express our gratitude to the hero who saved this world and to people like Oscar-san who complain about narrowly missing becoming a hero, and enjoy some leisurely drinking and eating together!

Hey, hey, dont say things like that, Village Chief!

At the village chiefs words, the man who had confronted us at the village entrance Oscar, spoke up. This prompted laughter among the villagers, and with that, the somber atmosphere suddenly changed. Everyone took their places and began to make merry with the prepared food and drinks.

Naturally, Tia and I joined in as well. Wed prefer to go to Magna, but out of courtesy, we first headed to the village chief.

Thank you, Rohas-san. It was a good speech.

Ah, Ed-san. Hahaha, how embarrassing. Im not very used to this sort of thing, so I was sweating bullets.

Oh, is that so? I would have thought a village chief would have many opportunities to speak.

Tia tilted her head as she said this, and Rohas looked down slightly with a wry smile.

That may be true, but Ive only been the village chief for five years.

Eh, does that mean

Yes, the previous village chief my father, along with Anton the person who was in charge of security before, faced the Night Walkers to allow as many villagers as possible to escape. Really, what was that about I cant leave it to a young punk like you! If it had been me, I could have maneuvered more nimbly, and then

I-Im sorry. I didnt know

No, its alright. Seeing the village as it is now, Im sure my father can rest easy. Although simple, weve recovered enough to hold a memorial service like this.

Thats true. I think its really amazing.

While we have no way of knowing the exact extent of the damage back then, the fact that fear and poverty werent widespread among the current villagers was undoubtedly due to Rohass efforts. I sincerely respect people who can heal, encourage, and guide others.

Well then, Im going to make my rounds to everyone, so please enjoy yourselves, Ed-san and Tia-san.

Thank you very much.

Thank you, Village Chief.

We watched Rohas bow and leave, then looked around the square with mugs of alcohol in hand. Having fulfilled our obligation, the next person we should meet is naturally Ah, there he is.

Hello, Magna-san.

Ah, Ed-san. Hello.

Its Tia-san! Hello!

Fufu, hello Ruruka-chan.

We approached Magna and his sister, who were eating together, and greeted them. In the current situation where interactions that would be normal in town were almost non-existent, this memorial service was a perfect opportunity. If we miss this, we might end up just exchanging greetings until the next harvest festival.

How are the tools I repaired working out?

Theyre excellent. The grass that used to catch and be difficult to cut now slices through easily My father was pleased too.

The pot is great too! It feels like the heat distribution has become more even.

Hahaha, thats good to hear. Please let me know if you need anything else. As long as were in this village, Ill repair or maintain anything anytime.

Thank you very much.

By the way, Magna-san, youve been living in this village all along, right? So, during the attack five years ago?

After starting with light topics, I brought this up. It would be an impolite question normally, but on this day of the memorial service, it should be acceptable. Indeed, although Magnas expression clouded slightly, he went along with my question.

Yes, thats right. It was really scary In the middle of the night, we suddenly heard screams, and while my father went out to check, I stayed in the house with my sister who had woken up, but father didnt come back for a long time When I couldnt stand it anymore and went outside, there were silver monsters.

Sitting down on a nearby wooden fence, Magna slowly began to talk. As I sat down next to him, he continued his story without looking at me.

I was 17 at the time, and despite being unworthy, I admired the [Lunar Silver Sword Brigade, Lunarion] But it was no use. The moment I encountered real Night Walkers, I was so scared I couldnt move at all. If my father hadnt come running at full speed and pushed me away, Im sure I would have died right then.

Was your father alright?

Yes, somehow. But my sister heard the loud noise and came out of the house My father who had been injured on his back protecting me, and me who couldnt move after being pushed down by my father. And in front of my sister who was screaming at the sight of us, there were Night Walkers eyeing their prey I suppose thats what youd call a situation of despair.

You were lucky to survive, werent you?

While glancing towards Tia and Ruruka who were chatting cheerfully a little distance away, I asked Magna. If I wasnt hearing this story directly from him, I would have undoubtedly assumed they had all died.

But in response to my question, Magnas expression suddenly brightened.

The hero came to save us! Hero Reiholdt-sama, clad in shining white armor, appeared like the wind and with the heros sword in his hand, he tore the Night Walkers to pieces in an instant! It was amazing, truly Ah, so this is a hero, I remember being so excited I even forgot my fear from before.

Reiholdt-sama was so cool, wasnt he, Onii-chan?

At that point, Ruruka came over and joined the conversation. Youd expect her face to contort with fear at the memory of being attacked by Night Walkers, but Rurukas face showed only a smile of admiration and envy.

To be saved by such a dazzling person is a lifelong boast! Compared to that, Onii-chan

Dont be unreasonable, Ruruka. Theres no way I could become like the hero, right?

Eh? But didnt you want to join the [Lunar Silver Sword Brigade, Lunarion] in the past, Onii-chan? I thought for sure that in the excitement of being saved, youd rush out of the house and try to join them.

Ruruka tilted her head cutely, but Magna shook his head with a slightly lonely expression.

No, its impossible. Rather, that incident made me realize that Im not cut out for fighting. Tilling the fields suits me better.

Well, guess so. Onii-chan, you do look really weak when it comes to fights.

Hahaha

Magnas face showed a wry smile, with acceptance but no bitterness. It seems he has come to terms with being described as unable to fight.

And this Magna gently patted Rurukas head.

Listen, Ruruka. Fighting isnt the only way to save people. Even heroes cant use their power when theyre hungry, right? So by tilling the fields and growing crops, father and I are properly helping the hero. Im fully satisfied with that, and Im proud to be able to do it.

I see. Thats fine, isnt it? As for me, I feel relieved that Onii-chan isnt doing anything dangerous.

The brother and sister talking with smiles. The scene was beautiful and peaceful and yet, the slight loneliness I felt must surely be my own selfishness.

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