Dragon’s Bloodline

Having returned to Manesh after the course of events at Jaeburg, they decided to rest right away.

By the time Serge woke up, it was evening.

In the bed prepared for him in the royal place, he thought about various things.

But they werent about the Millennium, nor were they about the Great Collapse. They were all about Chris choice.

Its not like that, Chris

Although perpetual youth wasnt true immortality, it was considerably close to it.

Living for hundreds, thousands of years, why would she choose that?

Serge thought that it was because she herself lacked power.

That she gained perpetual youth to acquire strength, the same as him.

He was misunderstanding her.

Around that time, there was a knock at the door.

Serge, are you up?

It was Chris voice.

O-one sec!

Tidying up his bedhead, Serge opened the door.

Chris stood there wearing a tunic over thin silk.

Dressed like that for now, just come in.

Chris entered, he closed the door behind her.

Just as he was about to turn back around to inside of his room, he felt something soft.

It was Chris body. Her breasts, warmth and scent all assaulted Serge.

Chris

Serge, please make me your wife.

The girl spoke in with a passionate voice.

I understand.

That day, Ria slept with Carla.

They didnt do anything, they had only slept.

Therefore, when one of them noticed, the other had noticed as well.

It looks like someones here.

Who is it?

The Manesh royal palaces barrier was created by Carla and Guinevere using magic essence, so it wasnt something that one could simply enter. Moreover, for them to practically not even leave any traces

The Demon King?

That would be good.

Quickly changing their clothes, the two made their way out to the courtyard covered in the moonlight.

There was an expressionless man who didnt have many discerning features there.

He wore ordinary leather armor. The only thing that stood out was an elegant long sword that hung at his waist.

Who are you?

Ria asked, taking Nagasone Kotetsu into her hand. The man extended his arms, showing he meant no harm.

Would you know who I am if I said Black Cats Company Director, Yamato?

It was an immediately recognizable name for a reincarnator. This included Ria, of course.

She wanted to hear his true name.

May I hear your real name as well?

They were in the courtyard of the royal palace and he was talking to the queen. Despite him being the trespasser, his attitude was as though he hadnt done anything wrong.

Ria like cheeky people like that.

Good then. But do you mind if we get some more people?

I dont mind, but you should limit it to only those you trust.

Of course. Alright, lets move to a better spot.

Ria herself guided Yamato to the arbor, asking Carla to round everyone else up.

As an aside, this put a stop to Serge and Chriss passions.

As for who all had gathered in the arbor, first there was Yamato. As well as Carla and Ria who had been there from the start.

Guinevere, Serge, and Chris joined them.

Among them, Guinevere had also realized that a person invaded the barrier she herself created, so she knew that he was no ordinary person.

And Serge simply knew him.

This mans face was deep within the Great Sages memories.

Saint Emperor Ryuke Shifaka

He was a human from three millennia before. Among those hed met thus far, this man was the longest living person hed met save for the God Dragon, Valis.

As everyone was surprised by Serges words, the man smiled wryly. His smile looked as though it were forced.

So theres a Great Sage successor here? Indeed, I am Shifaka.

What is your business?

Even facing her ancestor, Rias attitude didnt change.

Ill get straight to the point. I would like you to cooperate in the fight against the demons.

To prevent the Great Collapse?

Dont want to?

Shifakas expression didnt change even with her frank statement.

I we, are too connected to the demons. And now that we know they arent evil, we cant just murder them.

Even with what happens in the Great Collapse?

Yeah. What exactly is this Great Collapse thing anyway? Theres only bits and pieces about it even in Serges memories. Valis kept her mouth closed about it as well. Just what is the Great Collapse?

I see, so you heard about it from Valis

Shifaka looked like he was thinking. As for what he responded with, it wasnt something that met Rias satisfaction.

If thats how she responded to you, I shouldnt answer either. However, Ill ask once more. Will you not be fighting against demons in this Millennium?

So persistent. Besides, I dont intend to show good faith to someone who wont tell me anything.

In that case, theres no reason for me to stay here

Shifaka stood up, causing Ria to grip Nagasone Kotetsu in her hand.

Dont misunderstand me. Now that the Great Collapse is unavoidable, there is no meaning in depleting this worlds fighting strength.

Even so, Ria did not take her hand off of the katana. She realized just how dangerous this man before her was and wouldnt risk it.

Despite that, Shifaka took it as natural and walked out of the arbor.

We will fight together in the Great Collapse. Once that time comes, Ill be relying on you.

I still have a lot of things I want to ask, but feel free.

With that, Shifaka took to the skies.

We didnt learn anything in the end, did we?

Ria muttered. Carla told Guinevere what had happened with Valis.

They can coexist with us, but it seems something didnt go so well there.

Feeling a wave of exhaustion, Guinevere leaned back against the backrest.

Its easier to rule after defeating them first, after all.

Just after Ria finished saying that, another report came in. It was a preliminary report through magic.

The first battle at Falsas was the allied forces victory.

Isnt that bad?

Carla was worried that this might spur humans into being even more aggressive against the demons.

Well head back to Jaeburg. Can we leave the rest to you?

Ria and Carla stood up. Guinevere nodded.

But you should at least look at your childrens faces.

Ria and Carla shared a look with each other.

These two were barely present as parents.