I went to the inn where Kwonter and his mercenaries were staying. Ive heard it before, so it was easy to find. Coincidentally, Kwonter was inside.

Umm.. did you finally break up?

And those were his first words. Then

Ah, youre getting along very well!

What a bastard. Come to think of it, he didnt tell me even though Sigren overheard the conversation that day.

What? An animal bigger than a squirrel? You should have given me a better description. Because of that, we have a great fight!

Kwonter shrugged his shoulders. Getting involved in affairc between lovers could hurts my head.

Hearing that insensitive casual tone made me dont even want to complain anymore.

So I nodded generously.

Well, okay. I came to make a request today.

At the same time, large men rushed down the stairs.

Uh, the captain is with a woman.

Woah, youre right.

Looking at the reaction, it seemed like they are the mercenaries under Kwonter.

His lover?

Kwonter answered calmly.

Youd better watch your mouth. If you say something wrong, youd loose your head.

A death sentence. Did he say that because Im dating the prince right now?

The mercenaries giggled as a grouped.

Eyy, Captain, how could you say that!

I grinned. Youd better listen to Kwonter.

Even if it was not the death penalty, I could turn them into an instant lightning-bold roast if they use their mouth the wrong way.

As expected, even his lover is just like him, full of determination. Her face is shaped like a beautiful grown-up girl, it turned out she doesnt look like that

Im a client.

Oh, are you?

A mercenary stretched his head, Do you know how expensive we are?

Thats right, there are quite a few arrogant shits asking for a request, and then they immediately turned their feet.

Right! It looks like the captain hasnt even accepted the request yet, so theres no need to be so overbearing already

Oh my, right! I forgot the down payment.

No need to hear more.Boom!I put the heavy money bag on the table.

.

The pocket of the money opened slightly, and the gold coins and jewels that sparkle shook.

Ill correct you.

I raised my chin and spoke proudly.

Im a rich and powerful client.

It seemed that they were not so stupid that they could not grasp the situation, befitting those under Kwonter.

We apologized. We do not know. Shall we call you, Miss?

Kwonter sighed when he saw his men become the slaves of money in a moment.

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As a result, Kwonter accepted the request.

To buy the entire mercenary group what is nobility?

It was a position that I was sick of it, but right now I cant help but be satisfied that I had this position as a useful weapon.

How long is the request period?

Until I find the Duke.

Sigren didnt like Kwonter very much, but it seemed that he has no intention of denying the act that Kwonter was helpful.

What happened in the past?

.

Seeing that he didnt deny it, it seemed that there was something.

It was nothing.

Really?

Lets ask him later then.

Anyway, I hurriedly set up a party as quickly as I could and set off straight to Heilon.

***

I returned to Heilon after a long time. It felt like coming back to my hometown. I didnt like winter because of the cold. However, when the familiar smell of winter brushed off the tip of my nose, I felt relieved for some reason.

Miss!

Jeron came out to meet me with a bright face.

Jeron.

Im glad you look healthy.

Jeron too.

We didnt have time to say hello for a long time. So we went right into the briefing.

Jeron opened his mouth with his serious face.

Without preamble, the dragon appeared.

Is it one of the three remaining?

No, two.

What?!?!

Certainly Abel didnt go to catch them, Sigren asked instead of me, who was dumbfounded.

Two at the same time are absolutely impossible.

No, he didnt go to catch them. To be precise, he went to invesitage.

The detailed summary was as follows.

Two dragons appeared on the side of the mountains surrounding Heilon. Perhaps because of that, the number of monster attacks also increased exponentially. So, while continuing to focus on Heilons defense, Abel decided to investigate much further.

In addition to that, there was a report from the scouting party that the two dragons were fighting.

Why are they fighting?

Arent they on the same side? Sigren muttered.

On the contrary, I have a point in my mind.

Sigren, did the dragon you caught have intelligence by any chance?

No, it wasnt that different from dealing with monsters. Except its ridiculously strong.

As expected, it was maybe that.

Fiona? Whats the matter?

No, nothing.

I turned the subject.

Jeron, how about the defense of the walls?

Its a close call.

Could you hold out until Sigren and I find the Duke?

We have to.

That was a very pleasant answer.

Also, please arrange the mercenaries I brought. Thats right. Theyre quite an elite right, elite. Probably.

Jeron gave a short laugh.

I know well about the mercenaries corps led by the mercenary king. Dont worry, well be fine, miss.

Oh right, it was said that Kownter once stayed in Heilon.

Okay, then lets organize the Dukes travel route on a map.

Its been a few days since he went missing.

After we estimated the remaining amount of food taken by the investigation team, it didnt look good.

Id like to believe he was alive. This was Abels life. But our analysis is already giving a cold answer.

What about the number of people do you want to bring along?

As few as possible.

A search was still a search, but there were two dragons. The more troops we brought, the more attention we got. In addition, it was clear that there would be casualties.

And if Abel died.

It was not that I cursed him, but in the current situation, if we were lucky, we were more likely to find his body.

I hate to think of this, but I cant risk many soldiers lives to find the bodies of Abel and the others.

I really hate myself for thinking like this.

However, the life and death of the people of Heilon come and go depending on my judgment.

I smiled hard.

Dont worry. If I find any traces or if I am in danger, I will immediately send a signal with my magic. Doing so will save you even more time. Please tell the soldiers guarding the castle wall to always keep an eyes on the sky over the northern mountains.

Jeron let out a big sigh.

All right. As soon as we see a signal, we will send more people.

Ill live it to you.

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