A Warrior Exiled by the Hero and His Lover

e angry with you if you have time off and have failed to provide the commander with adequate entertainment?

—…You have a point.
It would be unacceptable for me to be labeled as boring.
if your trip with us was boring.
And more so if I am with Commander Toru, it would be a disappointment to the sub-commander as well….

Even though they were both whispering, we could hear them perfectly.
Besides, I also felt like doing some sightseeing.

The level of development in this city is astonishingly high.
In fact, for a while now, Kaede, Frau and I were looking forward to stopping at all the stores there.

I saw a sword in a display case that looked fantastic.
I was looking forward to taking a closer look.

—We have decided that we will stay here for a couple of days.
Also, we would appreciate it if you would stay with us.
If you want to go somewhere, let us know and we will accompany you.

—I thought you guys were just going to bring us to where Ney was, not that you would have to accompany us everywhere.

—One of our duties is to escort the Commander and his companions.
Don’t worry, we will protect them if anything happens.
We are as strong as you are, Commander.

Takigi smiles confidently.

Both Kaede, Frau and I exchange glances upon hearing that.

I didn’t dare to tell them my true level since I don’t want to scare them unnecessarily….
And I wouldn’t want to embarrass them in any way either.

I don’t think these guys are very protective of me either.

—And… Where do we start? I’ve never been here, Nambala-san…

—It’s okay, I’ll take care of this.
I’ve been here a few times and I have some acquaintances.
I’ll guide you to the best places.

—Ooh, I never imagined you could be fun, Nambala-san, my expectations of you are changing.

—You’re trying my patience, Takigi.

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In the capital there is a place called “Street Art Square”.

Street performers would perform all over the square and passersby would stop to watch.

In my city there were people who made a living from freak shows, but I don’t think they were as popular as they are here.

—That man swallowed his sword.
I wonder if he’s all right.

—He’s a professional and I don’t think he’d do something stupid that would get him killed, but it’s still an anxious thing to watch.

—Wow, I don’t know how you can stand to watch that.
Frau can’t keep watching this.

As soon as the man finishes his trick with great success, people applaud and throw coins into the can in front of them.

We take the opportunity and throw copper coins as well.

—Where’s Takigi?

—I think he went to the candy stand.

Really? He went to buy food?

He’s having more fun than we are.

Suddenly, the sound of loud gongs echoed through the streets.

People avoided the edge of the street and knelt on the cobblestones in prayer.

—What is this? What is wrong with everyone?

—I think we should do the same so as not to draw attention to ourselves.

—I agree.

We crouched down and lowered our posture as well.
A few minutes later, a group of people in white clothes arrived at the square.

Their steps are silent and the air is solemn as they pass in front of us.
In the middle of the procession, a person who seemed to be the central axis, had her face hidden by a veil, and walked with escorts around her.

Her silhouette was quite feminine.
is she the rumored priestess?

Once she walked away from the square without looking at the people praying, the people returned to their feet and continued with their activities.

Residents were moved to tears and were throwing out rather complacent comments.

It is said that this country is ruled by the Demon King Bertina.
Maybe he is not someone religious.

But even demons have gods they believe in.
So it’s no wonder that this Demon King is someone of faith.

—What you just saw is the worship of the priestess, who has become an important person in this place.
So much so that the Demon King had that great cathedral built, and she comes and goes from the palace to this place every day without rest.

—It was something magnificent, I saw her from afar and it gave me chills.

Takigi came back and had a fruit drink in one hand, and an ice cream in the other.
He was also wearing star-shaped sunglasses on his face.

I think they enjoy sightseeing much more than we do.

—Where have you been?

—Relax, I brought this for the commander.

Receiving the drink, I took a sip.

It really is delicious.