Chapter 66
TL:Yuki
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While Meru was watching the two playing together, a knock was hear from the door. Then the voice of the great Knight Commander could be heard.
Princess Forna, his Majesty, Mondol wants to see you
Eh? Wha, what should I do Meru?
Probably not wanting to show how she normally acts in front of Arena, she immediately stood up. But then Arena who noticed that Mondol was outside the door smiled,
Ojii-chan?
That voice, Arena!!
Eh, My King!?
Hearing Arenas voice, Mondol went in the room without listening to anyone calling out to himArena who was humanized and was wearing a robe, stood up and immediately hugged Mondol. Forna and Meru were stunned by the sudden turn of events not knowing how to react.
Ah, Yoshi Yoshi. You came again to visit Arena. I only wanted to confirm since Ive heard that you came to play, are you alone today? What about Aidle and La Veil?
None, Only me!!
Hohou, Is that so, I see
The dignity of being a king immediately vanished as he showed a face of a sloppy old man pampering his grandchild while patting Arenas head. Seeing that, Forna regained her consciousness back and fixed her posture.
Hmm, Nn! King Mondol. What have you come here for today?
Muh? Ah Forna-dono. Sorry I got a bit too distracted. I was thinking of having a meeting in regards to the reestablishment of the Beastman Country. Was I a bother in some way?
Fornas expression was indeed kind of dissatisfied just as Mondol have said, and that was because her play time with Arena was disturbed. But competing with Arena was certainly hard.
We were playing!! Want to join us, Ojii-chan?
Is that so. Then Forna-dono, may I also join you?
Eh!? EhUmThat is
Still confused on what to do, Arena interrupts and told who was still puzzled on what to do in regards to the Kings proposal.
Forna Its more fun to play with everyone, you know?Is it no good? [TL: Arena Killer Move: Arena Pleading]
Got it, its fine!!
First will be a match between the Mondol and Forna. Arena in her fairy form went down on the board to move around the board as she teaches them what to do. The two people quietly listen to her while smiling.
Ah right. Actually, I knew of the event that happened during the night
Ku! Eh, Is, is that so
It was understandable why Forna would panic a bit regarding that. No matter how skilled they are at hiding, it was just plain impossible to expand such effect on such a huge dragon at the side of the castle, so it was quite imaginable that if the king didnt know about it firsthand then it would have caused quite a panic.
Well, I cant really blame you for acting like that. But, you have been with us for a few years now. And I know that in those years, you did your best to behave properly. It was a shame though, that you still continued harboring hate towards us humans. I know that it must have been quite hard for a young girl like you to experience
About thatI understand that I really shouldnt hate humans as a whole, and to me, some of them might even have become an important friend. By no meansdid I consider not being happy about this
Placing a Rook in a spot, Forna continues.
And so, I also thought about it, that I was looking at all humans only as a single group. I have certainly understood that there are some that could sympathize with us and even willing to give us a hand. And there are those that did their best not letting us all beastmen to fall into a much horrible situation
Forna bowed in thanks to Mondol.
King Mondol. I am very grateful to you who have taken care of me until now, and I will never forget this debt of gratitude. After we have reestablish ourselves, I will definitely assure you that we will be giving our aid at times that crisis would fall upon Galania
The eyes of the two met. And Mondol thought, the one who was now facing him is definitely the figure of royalty bearing the weight of a country.
As for me, just being able to meet with such legendary beings is already such a blessing. I would be more than happy if we could establish a relationship like that of what was told in the era of myth. I will be counting on you in the future too, Forna-dono
Hai, King Mondol. Ah, Its a checkmate
What!?
That is, definitely a relationship that was bridged by fairies
Indeed. They are such a magnificent race
The Butler Meru and the Knight Commander Magenta were moved, witnessing the two establishing a connection after the long time where a rift was created between these races. It was also a fact that among their entire race, Forna shouldered most of the hate and rejection that could not be seen from anyone else.
This
Nn?
Arena flew before the two people who were watching the interaction of their leagues. And what Arena handed them was another game board.
Play, everyone together?
Receiving such a proposal from Arena, the two couldnt help but show an awkward smile.
Ug, eh, uh. And, what is the meaning of all this?
Forna-dono!! 1 round, just one more round!!
Dont want to, how many times have it already been King Mondol. Please give it up already!!
After being called by Belmour-san, we arrived at the room, and there were two pairs who were competing on games since a while ago. There I found Mondol-san who was trying to convince Forna-chan for another much, and Forna-chan who seems to have been already playing for a while and was tired of it.
The other pair was a Sheep Butler and the Knight Commander, and they were staring intently at the board while having a serious face. Arena was also watching their game with a serious face. Oh, that certainly is a hard to determine match.
Ya~ho, Forna
Eh, Aidle? Aidle!!
Wha
Noticing me, she bloomed into a smile and jumped towards me. Catching her, I gave her a full body swing, and then she buried her face on my chest. Her tail was wagging in frenzy. It makes me want to mofumofu it.
Well, unlike when we first met, you have really changed a lot?
Ah, eh about that, I have changed!!
Hai hai. I understand
Though I was in a state of hugging her, her tail was brushing off my hands and was a bit ticklish. While in that state, I moved closely to Mondol-san and seated myself. He only greeted me with a bitter smile.
Seriously. Here I was thinking of what kind of emergency has happened, but to think that you were just playing with a little girl and left your work behind. So thats why Belmour-san was on the verge of tears?
Well, about that. Ah, sorry about that Belmour-dono. I am sorry for driving you to the verge of tears because of leaving my work behind, you will definitely be a splendid noble wife
As I was looking at the apologetic King trying to make peace, somebody hugged me from behind. Unn, I understood immediately who it was. I looked behind to see Arenas smiling face.
Aidle
Im here to see how you are doing Arena. Were you able to have fun with Forna?
I had a lot of fun, Hehe
Un!
Ehem
The two reacted to who were smiling at each other showing excessive affection. They probably finished their game. The Sheep Butler and Magenta-san also came over.
Iya, sorry about that. I didnt expect that to be such an intense game and got too absorbed into it
Indeed so. Are you the one who was called Aidle? I am Meru, Forna-samas butler, pleased to meet you. This would be the first time for us to meet, and thank you for taking care of Forna-sama
After saying that, he shows an elegant bow. This was probably the person who fled with her. So the name of the Sheep Butler was Meru-san, if it was from my previous life, he would definitely be turned into a person from a comedy show.
Dont worry about it. We are also glad to friends with the cute and adorable Forna-chan
Mo, Mou Aidle!
After everyone calmed down and sat for tea, Mondol-san finally started the real discussion.
Its about the reestablishment. I have finished preparing the civil servants. Most of the beastmen we have managed to collect were also ready for the move. And that is why, I want to discuss to Forna-dono about the succession of royal inheritance
Royal Inhertance?
Although the kingdom of Ladaria was also of royalty, it is needed for the chieftain of different races to vote on whom to appoint as their king. And if even 1 of chieftains doesnt vote, then they wont be able to ascend as king. It is a very strict rule, and the succession condition need a great amount of work in order for everyone to acknowledge the ruler, making sure that the enthroned would have the capacity and charisma to rule over all the various races of beastmen.
The previous chieftain chosen as king was Fornas father. But because of being demonized, he became the target of the heroes and was destroyed along with your kingdom. And right now, not all of the representatives of the races will be present. That would have to wait until other beastmen from other countries are procured. Right now, it is up to Forna-dono to decide if she will inherit this will and move on with it
Well, lets put that aside for now
Eh!?
To Aidles answer, Forna stared at her with an astonished look. Aidle, unannounced, stepped in to the conversation without caring about anyones reaction.
Well, The country called Ladaria doesnt exist anymore at this moment. I dont think it would be necessary to stick to old traditions if we are actually building a new country, you know? Although, it is indeed something that Fornas country adapted. Right now, wont it be more important for Forna to gather the people under her?
Wah! !
Grabbing Forna, Aidle insisted such declaration. She then encourages Forna more.
Though it is still too early to decide about that now. Wont Forna only need to discuss this with everyone? It will depend on what everyone would think about if they would want Forna to be their Ruler or not. Well, I dont really know what will happen after that though
Aidle then faced Forna once more and told her, Come on now, say it. Forna then faced Mondol and said with courage.
EttoI will take the role!!
That was what she decided to do for now. All the difficult stuff will be decided later. It would be much better to think about how to prepare the foundations first and there will be plenty of time to think about other things later.
Well, If thats what you think would be good then I wont say a word. Let us do our best. I will be going now, what will Aidle-dono be doing after this? You may stay here if you want to?
Thanks, but I have to go back at the Inn where La veil would be waiting. Is it fine for Arena to come again tomorrow
Well, I plan to do some kind of propaganda though.
Will you be leaving soon?
Un. But we will still be staying here in a few days, so dont make such a sad face Forna. Will you be playing with Arena again tomorrow?
Un!
After saying our goodbyes to everyone we returned to the Inn. Near the entrance of the Inn, we found La Veil already having a blast partying with all the adventurers present, and I though it will be a long night again.
I would also like to go to bed early you know
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Aguera-san, dont you think it would be bad for adventurer to end up dead drunk after all this partying La Veil
I dont mind as long as they pay for everything I am selling onto them Aguera-san
Is that so!! Then let me also have a feast, lets enjoy this to the fullest!! La Veil
This, I have to pay all of this again later