𝐈𝐫𝐢𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐆𝐚𝐥𝐞
“Is this the end. . .? Really, have those divine beasts been sealed again?”
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Kiel was still looking up at the towering canopy, seemingly unable to believe it.
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“It’s okay, if master says it’s over, then it’s really over.”
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Luke put his hand on her shoulder.
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The earthquake that had been shaking the island had completely subsided, and it had regained its silence as if nothing had happened.
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“Master, how long will this seal last?”
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“Well, it’s a makeshift seal, so it’ll probably only last about 300-400 years as it is.”
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“T, Three hundred. . .?!”
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Kiel was at a loss for words at that statement.
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It was a scale that could not be estimated by human lifespan.
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“Well, I’ll teach you how to maintain it later. If you do maintenance about once a year, it’ll last longer.”
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“I think you probably taught the people here the same thing a long time ago.”
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“Did I? I’ve forgotten because it was quite a while ago.”
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“What is this person. . . no, not a person. . . what is this entity?”
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“It’s better not to worry too much about what Iris does. She’s not an entity that we humans can measure.”
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Alma put her hand on Kiel’s shoulder and shook her head.
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At those words, Kiel opened her eyes wide.
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It seemed that she had come to realize what the entity in front of her was.
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“. . .Could it be, this person. . . no, this entity is. . .”
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She was trembling all over as if she had seen a god.
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Iris, on the other hand, didn’t seem to care about Kiel’s gaze at all.
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“Well, that doesn’t matter. Now that our business is done, why don’t we go sightseeing? I want to see various things because it’s been a long time since I’ve been to the world.”
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“Wait!”
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Gale stopped Iris.
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He was glaring at Iris with a pale face.
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“You. . . you said you were Luke’s master. Who the hell are you?”
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“Who am I? I can’t explain every little thing, it’s a hassle. I’m Luke’s master and a good spouse, that’s enough.”
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“Wait a minute, Iris! Who said you’re a good spouse?”
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Alma snapped at Iris, who was completely unfazed by Gale’s interrogation.
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“Alma, are you complaining to me? Even though you two came to this place? I’d rather hear more about that.”
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“That, that is. . .”
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“Don’t mess with me!”
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Gale cut in between the two, looking irritated.
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He glared at Iris from the front and pointed his finger at her.
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“You must have trained this guy! It’s impossible for him to become this strong in such a short period of time! You’re not just a demon! Reveal your true identity! If you don’t reveal it, I won’t let you go!”
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“Oh, you say interesting things.”
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Iris narrowed her eyes and approached Gale.
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“Let me explain what you’re not going to let go of.”
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“Guh. . .”
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Gale was already regretting his words from earlier.
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He managed to avoid eye contact, but he was already unable to put any strength into his lower body.
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He felt an overwhelming pressure from Iris, as if it would be easier to face Behemoth.
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Gale glanced at Luke.
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(How can he keep a straight face with such a monster next to him. . .?)
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Everything that has happened since this demon named Iris appeared has exceeded Gale’s expectations.
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Why can a human defeat a divine beast alone? Why do I feel such an awe from this demon that surpasses a divine beast?
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What have I been doing all this time? What is my life. . .?
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Before he knew it, Gale’s past life was flashing through his mind like a revolving lantern.
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“Hey, master, didn’t I tell you to be gentle! This person is the prince of our country, the heir to the throne, you need to consider that a little more.”
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“I know, I just scared him a little. I’m not thinking of taking his life or anything.”
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When he came to his senses from their conversation, Gale realized that he was sitting on the ground.
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His whole body was drenched in sweat as if he had taken a shower.
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“I’m sorry, master has not had contact with anyone other than me for a long time, so there are some things she can’t grasp about the distance between people. I apologize on her behalf, so could you please forgive her?”
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Gale, who had been staring blankly at Luke’s outstretched hand, finally realized his situation and stood up as if to brush off that hand.
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“Hmph, I’m not convinced, but I admit that prying is vulgar. I’ll let it go this time.”
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Although he is acting bravely, his knees are still shaking.
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“Thank you.”
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Luke bowed and returned to Iris and Alma.
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“. . .Damn it.”
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Gale spat out as if he was gritting his teeth.
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He hadn’t felt this miserable since he was slapped by Flora.
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Every time he sees Luke’s face, he is reminded of how small his former self, who believed without a doubt that there were no enemies in this world, was.
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The only way to erase that is to surpass Luke in strength, and he has been throwing himself into training that is like shaving off his life with that conviction.
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Iris’s existence seemed to mock Gale’s efforts.
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“How much more do I need to give up to catch up. . .”
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“Ah, I’m tired because I worked for the first time in a long time. It would be nice if there was some delicious food and drink somewhere.”
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Iris was calm as if she didn’t notice Gale’s anguish at all.
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“Don’t worry about that! You are the savior of this island. We will entertain you with all our clan.”
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Kiel ran up to Iris.
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“Oh, that sounds fun. I heard that this island has delicious rainbow lobsters. I’d like to try them again.”
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“Of course! We will prepare the best ones!”
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“It’s a disaster!”
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A member of the Kranken clan rushed into the group of Luke and others who were about to head to the village.
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“The demon realm and the Arrogas Kingdom are attacking!”