#159
Helmut
Episode 159
There was almost no luggage anyway. Because Helmut has a cloak with a space expansion magic.
There were many things in his luggage that were not good for others to see, so he did not leave them behind.
But the horse that couldn’t be put in the cloak was in the inn.
Although it may not be as good as Bashor’s horse or camel in the desert, it is a well-adapted horse. Since we learned the way while riding, it is better to do it together.
Helmut headed to the Golden Leaf Inn and encountered Michael.
Michael, who returned early due to the chaos, greeted Helmut warmly.
I just happened to think I should talk to him. Is this a courtesy to the person providing the lodging and meals?
For some reason, I felt like I had to do that.
“… … “That’s how it happened.”
Michael was not surprised by Helmut’s brief explanation.
“The defeat of monsters came earlier than planned. While I was watching the game, I was surprised to see a huge bird flying in. At first, I thought it was an event, but looking at the reaction, it seemed like something out of the ordinary in Bashor. “It’s a shame that the final was ruined.”
‘As expected, I wasn’t the only one who thought it was an event.’
To outsiders, it doesn’t seem strange for something like that to happen in Bashor.
“At a time like this, a monster is on the move. “It’s so strange.”
Michael muttered. Even though he must have seen the gruesome sight of the bodies falling on the stage, he didn’t seem to care much.
Other than the hot air outside, there didn’t seem to be anything that could have made Michael’s complexion worse.
‘For a nobleman, he’s bold. Even those from a sword family wouldn’t be like this.’
But the questions about Michael were not immediately important. The important thing now is to subdue monsters.
No, it is not a plan to subdue monsters, but a plan by the Knight Commander of Palma to target Luke Yeager. Now even Helmut had to be nervous.
‘I guess I’ll have to read the documents about the Knights of Palma again.’
I don’t know how many members of the Knights of Palma will join in or close their eyes.
I have done convoy missions and convoy missions. I’ve watched some weak guys, and Luke Yeager is a decent opponent to protect.
Although the opponent this time is a bit difficult.
‘Because it won’t be just the Commander of the Knights of Palma that I’ll be dealing with.’
Darian went to catch Scorpion’s cub and was killed.
Darian, the leader of the Knights of Palma, would not have moved to catch an insubstantial person. He must have a monster strong enough to become the leader.
‘Looking at the monster’s movements, he is probably being manipulated.’
Acting provocatively by throwing a corpse around is a move unbecoming of a monster. Plus, the timing was perfect. It felt like a human intervention.
‘Is this the temple’s work? Or a wizard? I don’t know. ‘It’s not something that’s possible for a prosecutor.’
The Commander of the Knights of Palma may have special powers that he cannot fathom.
Additionally, members of the Knights of Palma also follow him.
If the Commander of the Knights of Palma were to order them to eliminate Luke Jaeger, there would be someone who would follow even without giving a reason.
‘Even monsters and members of the Knights of Palma.’
They were all enemies. This time, there may come a situation where you really have to do your best.
A joyful yet heavy feeling came over me.
Michael, who had been lost in thought, opened his mouth again.
“But it’s a bit unfair to decide the winner that way. I’m going with the Knights of Palma, won’t they support Luke Yeager? Opportunities to make achievements will naturally be focused in that direction. “It’s against you.”
“That’s what I said.”
“Why? “Is there any special reason for that?”
When splitting 2.5 million marks in half and when 2 million marks are kept to yourself, the prize money differs by 750,000 marks.
However, because of that, it is difficult to believe that Helmut volunteered for an opportunity that might have cost him 2 million marks.
Michael knows that Helmut hates the heat in Bashor.
So, if Helmut follows you to the desert, it won’t be purely because of the prize money.
“Is this something to do with Luke Yeager? What is he to you?”
The nuance is strange. If I misunderstood in a strange direction, this was unpleasant.
Helmut said something similar to what he said to Lutus Cicero.
“Work Experience.”
“yes?”
“A monster hunter and a member of the Knights of Palma. “It’s a great opportunity to experience both.”
“… … “I’m not telling you to believe it, am I?”
“That’s right.”
“Just tell me how Luke Yeager captivated you.”
He seemed convinced that there was something to Luke Yeager. Helmut raised his eyebrows.
“That expression. “I don’t like it.”
At that time, there was a pounding on the door outside.
“Hey, aren’t you done yet?”
Michael’s head turned towards the door.
Helmut came here with Luke to the Golden Leaf Inn. Since the knight commander had told them to prepare together, Helmut had decided to pack his bags here first. After that, he will stop by Luke’s place together.
It was Luke who shouted at me to hurry up and come back. As the conversation got longer, it looks like he couldn’t stand it any longer.
“It’s all done.”
Helmut quickly opened the door. He was in a situation where he was being interrogated by Michael for no reason, but he thought it was good.
“Why is it taking so long? Should we at least pray together? uh?”
Luke’s eyes fell on Michael. His pupils got bigger.
“Is this a doll?”
Luke unconsciously reached out and touched Michael’s head. And he was startled.
“You’re a human, right?”
“… … “He is extremely rude.”
Michael gently removed his hand from me using only his thumb and index finger. It was a movement that seemed to be removing dirty hair or something.
Helmut pushed Luke out the door. For some reason, I felt like the two should not be intertwined.
Luke said doubtfully.
“No matter how young they are, how come these guys look so handsome? “I see rare things one after another.”
“Not only is it rude, but you’re talking like it’s real?”
“What’s wrong with my appearance?”
Luke Yeager calmly caressed his face with his hand.
He had an objectively handsome appearance and was extremely popular with the women in Basor due to the influence of the martial arts club.
Michael responded with a somewhat cold smile.
“It’s okay if you don’t know.”
It seemed like it was meant to be light, as if he was saying something rude. What’s certain is that Michael doesn’t like Luke Yeager. I don’t know if it’s because of the rudeness that occurred at first sight or because of Helmut.
Soon the temperature of the smile changed. Michael smiled brightly at Helmut.
“Have a nice trip, Hyde. “I hope you don’t get hurt.”
It was as if he was saying he would wait here until he came back. The moment I was about to say it wouldn’t happen, the door closed. Disruption of neat space. They don’t even give you a chance to decline.
‘Either wait.’
I guess it doesn’t matter. Michael doesn’t seem to be busy enough to leave Basor right away.
Luke asked, putting his hand on Helmut’s shoulder as they walked down the stairs.
“Your friend, why are you so unlucky?”
“I’m not a friend.”
“What if we’re not friends? Ah, I think I heard a rumor that you already have someone serving you.”
“It’s not like that. Just a lodging provider… … ?”
When I briefly explained the situation, Luke nodded without any questions.
“okay? It’s an odd relationship. “What is this guy doing?”
“I don’t know either. “Because I didn’t ask.”
“It looks pretty, but it’s not cute that the little guy is cold. Oh, that goes for you too.”
“I don’t really want to look cute to you.”
“It’s you. “I am on official business, so please call me Sir Luke.”
It was a proud voice.
“… … “Of course, Sir Luke.”
“Okay, call me that from now on.”
Luke walked ahead with a somewhat swaggering gait. Helmut’s eyes narrowed.
Come to think of it, Luke is only 18 years old. Although he looked mature for his age, he was also young. This is a male that has just become an adult.
Regardless of his amicable personality, he was easily shrugged off by trivial titles. In particular, the Palma he belongs to is the best knight order in Basor.
Of course, this was not such a big deal to Helmut, who received an offer to join directly from the commander of the Knights of Palma at the age of 15.
But there’s no need to say it out loud.
“Let’s hurry.”
This is the beginning of the stage created by Lutus Cicero. My heart was pounding and racing.
With some anxiety and high expectations, Helmut willingly decided to step onto a new stage.
As an unpredictable variable.
*
I had just left the inn and stopped by Luke’s dorm. An unknown man approached them.
“Lord Luke.”
“Who is it?”
“I came under orders from a noble person. Please take this.”
The man who looked like an errand boy handed me a note and disappeared.
“Now, it’s even happening to men.”
Luke spoke jokingly and opened the note. The moment he saw the 2nd Prince’s seal engraved inside, Luke’s expression hardened.
He turned his back on Helmut and read the note. His expression gradually became more serious.
“What on earth is this?”
Luke glanced towards Helmut for some reason. He had a worried look in his eyes, but his worries did not last long. This boy might know something.
“Are you… … Do you understand what this means?”
Helmut opened the note and read it.
‘I heard that you had to leave urgently to subdue monsters. There are many eyes watching, so I leave just one message. Don’t just think of it as an old woman’s anger, but watch your back. Don’t turn your back on anyone in the Order. Be sure to keep these words in mind. You’ll have to be careful if you want to save your life. I’ll wait for you to return safely from your mission.’
It seems that the second prince also had some sense of the sudden situation. But it seems like he wasn’t sure either.
Helmut kindly interpreted the note verbatim.
“I guess they were worried that you might get stabbed in the back during the subjugation.”
“Why are you so worried? No, what this means is that someone from the Knights of Palma is after me, right?”
‘It’s as if the knight commander is targeting you.’
If Luke found out, he would be appalled. If you tell everyone in advance and then reveal it to everyone, it could be even more dangerous.
As long as you were there, you didn’t have to know it yet. I will let you know when the time is right.
“… … I’ve never held a grudge. 2Do you think my reputation is so bad, Prince? “There are some people who don’t like me.”
‘It’s not that kind of problem.’
“Isn’t it an eyesore to the Basoreans that you are a non-Basorean and the leader of the knights who advanced to the finals?”
“Are you saying you would betray your comrades for that reason?”
“There are various reasons for betrayal. “It could be something trivial.”
There was a strong reason why Lutus Cicero betrayed Darian, but Helmut was not sure if that was the correct answer.
Lutus Cicero was not a greedy person, considering that he betrayed Darian because he wanted the position of leader of the knights.
Rather, his reputation was quite good, except for the fact that he supported the first prince.
As an exemplary knight, he has served as the Commander of the Knights of Palma.
That’s why Luke Yeager and other members of the Knights of Palma follow him.
However, there is no right answer as to why humans betray others.
All Helmut knows is that Luke Jaeger can follow in Darian’s footsteps.
Luke muttered.
“I feel uncomfortable even before setting off. “There was a penalty in the final, so it seems like something is bound to happen.”
“Well, I guess we just have to be careful.”
Luke Yeager was starting to become properly alarmed. That was enough.
“Sure.”
The conversation between the two ended with that. However, Luke’s brow, lost in worry, did not seem to straighten.
