Isekai ni Kita Boku wa Kiyoubinbode Subaya-sa Tayorina Tabi o Suru Chapter 258

Daniela was the winner . And so the tournament ended with me as the runner-up . I was fine with this conclusion and had no regrets . I felt great as I stood on the stage during the ending ceremony .

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“It was a glorious battle that will go down in history . I am greatly pleased . ”

The Emperor said as he held the trophy . His voice was surprisingly soft when he talked . I had imagined him to be a more hot-blooded military-type after hearing his roar echo across the arena earlier . And as insolent as it may sound, it made me like him a little more . Perhaps it was this discrepancy that made him loved by the people .

Emperor Veldrid handed Daniela the trophy and shook her hand . Then the crowd erupted into applause and cheering . Suddenly, the air was filled with a storm of confetti . It was beautiful and grand . It reminded me of how great and historical this event was for them .

“This trophy is like a t.i.tle bestowed on the victor . But there are other prizes as well . I could give them to you here, but I would prefer it if you came to the castle . As the gates of the city are open wide, we do not know who may be here and what they are thinking . ”

He said in a whisper . In spite of strict security measures, such things still happened .  

“I understand . We will visit the castle tomorrow . ”

“Hmm . Well, now that I think about it, I doubt there are any enemies here that can match you . ”

The Emperor said with a chuckle .

Once the tournament was over, all of the partic.i.p.ants were invited to a sort of night festival .

It was held within a corner of land near the imperial castle . There was a huge mansion there, but I wasn’t sure who lived in it .

People from the castle also attended, and it was a grandiose affair . That being said, Daniela and I were in no mood for that . We had talked about it in advance and decided on just sipping some tea and then leaving . It was while we were attempting to do just that, that someone stopped us by the gate .

“You’re leaving so soon?”

I turned around to see Adlus standing there . He had collapsed from a rapid magic deficiency, but had recovered and was standing on his own two feet now . There were a few other light elves with him, but they stayed silent .

“We’re practically falling apart… But they didn’t want any more delays, so here we are . But we’re heading back now to get some rest . ”

In spite of everything that had happened, I was able to talk very calmly . Perhaps it was because there was something about Adlus that seemed different . His eyes weren’t glaring menacingly and he was composed .

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“I see… I watched your fight . It was wonderful . ”

“Thank you . ”

It was a short reply, but Daniela actually looked at him for once .

“Such power would not be possible without much training . No…you two traveled together . You must have gone far as a team . I didn’t know that and was insolent . I apologize…”

Very slowly, he bowed his head . I couldn’t help but glance towards Daniela .

“I apologize to you as well, Asagi . Of course, I don’t expect to be forgiven . ”

He continued . As for me, it was in the past and didn’t matter at all anymore .

“I won’t ask for forgiveness, but if my life will make up for, I will gladly offer it . ”

“Wait-wait . I don’t think that anyone cares about…”

“No, Asagi . I actually do care . Besides, he dug up your past and insulted you . ”

“I don’t care about that . I really don’t, Daniela . ”

“Hmm…”

It was nice that she was angry on my behalf, but I wanted to leave it in the past .

“Adlus, raise your head . Your companions seem to be a little fl.u.s.tered by all of this . ”

“But…”

“It is fine . Raise your head . ”

Adlus looked at her carefully and slowly raised his head . The other elves moved closer to him . In spite of appearances, perhaps he was rather nice to his close friends . Or else I’m not sure why they’d care .

“Daniela and I are two parts of a whole . Just as your companions are important to you, she is important to me . Just remember that and we can leave this all behind us . Fair?”

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“…Yes… But, are you certain? You will forgive me?”

He now looked a little like a scolded child . I couldn’t help but chuckle . So did Daniela .

“That is what he is saying . Now, let us forget it . ”

“I see…”

Daniela dragged her wounded leg as she moved forward to pat him on the shoulder . Adlus whispered through gritted teeth . But I could hear him clearly .

“Thank you… I was so wrong . ”

And so everything ended . The auction and the Imperial Sword Tournament .

The next day, we went to the castle in order to accept the prize . As the Emperor had a tight schedule, it was done quickly .

“There you are . Now, here it is . As the winner, you will be awarded three thousand pieces of gold and this bracelet . This is a ‘Hollow Bracelet . ’ It can store almost anything that is not a living human . Like this . ”

The Emperor put the bracelet on his wrist and stored the three thousand pieces of gold inside .

“It is very valuable . So use it well . ”

“Thank you . ”

Daniela accepted it and put it on immediately . Yes, it looked good on her . I already had the hollow bag, but it was sure to be useful on our journey .

“And one more . I believe you have the wind attribute . This is a cape made from the materials of a green dragon that a previous emperor killed . The person who wears this will be loved by the wind and should be able to withstand anything . You will even be able to soar through the sky . As it used the power within the cape, your own energy will not be depleted . ”

Green dragons were supposed to be the strongest type of wind dragon . I remember hearing something about the ones with color in their names being the strongest . Daniela had received such a wonderful gift…I was incredibly jealous .

While the cape was made of green dragon, the color was pure white . On top of that, it had an intricate green pattern on it that was elegant and subtle . It wasn’t something you wore to show off, but it also didn’t look cheap . It was the perfect cape for someone as beautiful as Daniela .

“This…”

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Daniela put it on and looked at it with surprise . I could smell the green energy in the air . It was the moment that the cape recognized Daniela as its owner .

“Hmm . It suits you . In fact, it was the Empress Velgrys that slew the green dragon . She used wind magic just like you . Even a green dragon could not match her . ”

The strongest monster with the wind attribute was no match…

“As for you, Asagi…”

“Uh, yes . ”

The Emperor called my name while I stared at Daniela dazedly . It would not be long before I was executed for being disrespectful…!

“Haha . I can see why you would be stunned . But please accept this first . One thousand and five-hundred in gold for being the runner-up . And this sword . ”

The s.h.i.+ny coins were brought in on a tray with a single sword . It was a one-handed sword in a black sheath .

“The Black Empire Blade, Velnoir . This was also from a previous emperor . ”

“Uh, oh, Your Majesty . Surely I couldn’t…”

I could understand bestowing such gifts to the winner or their tournament . But I hadn’t won . I couldn’t help but hesitate .

“It is fine . Besides, you did well in the fight . You might have won had the spirits not been called in at the end . And so I think you deserve something for that . ”

Well, I couldn’t argue against him . He had recognized what been happening at the end . I hesitantly reached out for the sword .

“Uhh… Woah…”

The texture seemed to suck at your skin . It wasn’t just bound in leather . The handguard was clearly designed with practicality in mind . With the exception of one black gem-like stone, it was very simple .

“It is the sword of Emperor Kisaragi . The Black Emperor . He is mostly known for being the sole emperor who was not of the royal line, but he was also the strongest up until then . ”

“Emperor…Kisaragi…?”

Kisaragi…? Could that mean…

“Try unsheathing it . ”

“Certainly…”

The Emperor said as I was musing on the name . And so I did as he said . A blade that was as black as the sheath now appeared . It was a two-edged blade . However, one side had comb-like teeth near the base . The words ‘sword breaker’ flashed in my mind .

“It is said that he used this sword long ago, during a great war . And it is said that as he rushed through the battlefield, he left a trail of broken blades behind him . ”

So, you could break swords with that part of the blade .

“It’s made of an ore known as Black Star ore . It is found deep within the earth . Kisaragi called this ore the Star Core . ”

Who knew how he got his hands on such a thing… In any case, I understood that it was a great sword . I sheathed it and strapped it on the opposite side of the armor demon sword .

“Thank you . I’m honored to be able to accept it . ”

“Hmm . And now, it is finished . The festivities will continue for one more week . I hope you enjoy the rest of your stay in the city . ”

He said with a smile and then got up from his seat .

“I would have liked to talk with you some more, but there is no time, unfortunately . ”

“Yes, of course . ”

“Well, until we meet again . ”

And then he quickly left the room . We were then led out of the castle and back into the city . As I couldn’t carry it, Daniela stored my gold with her own .

And like that, our business in the imperial capital came to an end .

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