Translator and Editor: Effe and Lili

When I returned, Aedis seemed to have just finished taking a bath.

The ends of his ebony hair were wet and his hair was slick. It smelled good too.

Ah, my heart. Did I get too nervous?

Aedis gazed anxiously at me as my breathing accelerated.

Why arent you sleeping? You look very tired.

Im fine.

There was an awkward silence. Or maybe I was the only one feeling awkward.

I crept over to the sofa.

Hows the wolf?

Eats well, sleeps well, and poops well.

You didnt have to tell me that last part, but thanks anyway.

Aedis grinned and laughed.

Eve, how much do you know about the beast?

I know about as much as other people do.

Youre too modest. Isnt the gem you gave to Regen, not a normal one? Its like a beast who has an illusion-related ability.

Aedis already knew in detail what the black diamond really was and what kind of abilities it had.

When I delivered it to Regen in the dining room, I knew Aedis would recognize it.

Still, I didnt know he would figure everything out like this.

Is your side job a beast expert?

I dont mean to be, but I understand them pretty well.

I mean I did save a wolf who was on the verge of dying.

While staring at Aedis, I recalled the characteristics of the beast that Regen had awakened in Esmeraldas Crescent Moon.

Its description was really short since it was a recollection of the past, but I knew that the forest had been turned into a sea of fire.

Then, do you know if theres a beast related to fire?

Be a little more specific

Well, one that breathes fire or puts fire around its body?

I narrowed my eyes and thought back to what I remembered.

It covered the forest with flames just by staying still, it was like a volcanic mountain that erupted on the ground.

On second thought, that was a rough way of explaining it.

One that has the ability to turn the forest of Eire into a sea of fire without even moving?

Aedis tilted his head.

Theres a beast like that?

Eh?

You dont think so?

That cant be right, it most likely is a beast.

When the incident occurred in the novel, the knights of the Grand Duchy clearly shouted that a beast had appeared.

But Aedis was skeptical.

Well, Eve, did you see it yourself?

Its just a story.

I took a deep breath.

Now was the right time to confess.

Well, Aedis. Actually, what I want to tell you is-

Gong!

What, what is it?

Not far away, there was a roar.

Aedis, who reflexively pulled me into his arms, narrowed his eyes.

What did Regen do, and the seal

The seal? Ack.

Aedis violently cut off his words and moved out of the space.

When I opened my closed eyes, what came into sight was the destroyed gargoyle statue and the fallen Regen.

I quickly approached Regen.

Lord!

There werent any noticeable injuries on him, but Regens complexion was pale.

He was sweating as if he was caught up in a nightmare that he couldnt easily wake up from.

Uh .

Its Maevia. Can you recognize me? What happened?

Regen grabbed me with trembling hands and cried.

Ta-talked too much

.

And miraculously, those few words explained everything.

Thud

Regens hand fell weakly.

I carefully put Regens fainted head down and opened my mouth.

The Lord seems to have heard Paimons voice?

My voice trembled as I asked that, and his answer came back with a similarly unpleasant mood.

I know. It barked so much that I didnt just put soundproofing magic on the floor where the wife and I mainly use, but on the whole castle.

Excuse me?

It looks like he unwrapped the seal.

All the windows that had been tightly closed were open.

And the stone powder that formed when the stone statue split and broke was blown away by the wind.

Aedis spoke, closing all the windows without moving a finger.

Do you remember how I told you that Regen isnt an ordinary kid?

I remember.

I know that he will become a skilled master in the Magic Tower in the future.

Regen is gifted with a different talent from Gilbert. Its still too early for him to use that power, but Paimon must have forced him to do so. Let him rest for a while and hell be fine.

Do you remember the day the Lord went sledding with Procyon? At that time, he didnt hear anything. Why could he suddenly hear it?

Maybe because of its desire to live, Paimon is quickly regaining strength. Its even released from the seal now, so wife will be able to hear it too.

Should I really listen to the chatter that stuns Regen and pisses Aedis off?

I first called Mrs. Theresa and then I called Sarah, who in turn called the physician.

The attending physician meticulously diagnosed Regen for 30 minutes, and it was only after I was convinced that there was no major abnormality with his health that we could move on to the next problem.

I asked Aedis as we left the room.

Aedis, what about Paimon?

It ran away.

Hmm, where did it go?

Aedis opened his mouth.

A knight was rushing in from a distance.

A dispatch just came from the Rosa Estate! It said that a beast has appeared in the Eire Forest!

A beast?

Yes! No matter how much we look at it, its size can only mean its a beast!

The knight, who had now arrived in front of me, was breathing raggedly as he waited for instructions.

-One that has the ability to turn the forest of Eire into a sea of fire without even moving?

-Theres a beast like that?

Wait?

Are you sure?

Aedis?

Maybe my wifes thoughts are correct. Paimons body is no different from a dragon. It has the ability to deal with fire.

Oh my God!

* * *

Just a few minutes before the incident:

Paimon, who fled away from Cyclamen Castle in an instant, was enjoying his freedom.

Freedom! Finally, I am free! Ha ha ha ha!

Paimon was so unusual that the other spirits marveled.

Paimon was the only spirit that brought wealth and honor to humans 500 years ago and even 500 years later.

Strictly speaking, Paimon did have attributes that belong to nature.

He had flames that turned everything into ashes.

It wasnt an ability that could just create embers.

Paimon didnt know how to make a bonfire or cook raw things properly.

But he was able to create a flame and burn a piece of land completely.

Irreversible destruction.

Its a very powerful ability, but its also an ability that no one really needs.

It was contrary to the laws of the natural world, which always call for regeneration.

Even spirits like him had avoided Paimon before being forced to surrender to him.

But it was literally nothing but submission.

Paimon had been the king of Eire Forest for a long time, but he had no such thing as a loyal subordinate.

They would stay for a while and be good and kind, hoping for something in return.

He was always alone. Even now, when he was liberated after 500 years.

But he was very happy. There was no bitterness.

It was because of a human woman with hair that looked like it was dipped in a palette of color.

Ah, but what about Eves wish? I dont have power right now.

Paimon blew his nose and thought of Maevia.

He might have had some energy if hed eaten the kid who unwrapped the seal, but that kid seemed to be familiar with Maevia.

I wont touch anyone Maevia knows. I have that much loyalty.

He remembered that he was only able to live last time, after he collided with a sleigh, thanks to Maevia who had recognized him.

Paimon also knew that it was thanks to her persuasion that the Grand Duke did not kill him after that.

And It wasnt just that.

-You can sleep in peace now. Ill stay with you until you fall asleep.

It was like her pink eyes were engraved with starlight.

That was the first time Paimon had ever heard such warm words in his entire life. He was intoxicated with a sense of happiness, mistaking Maevia as a kid who was kind and innocent enough to confront the Grand Duke for him but also loves wealth and honor.

Therefore, Paimon firmly believed that Maevia wasnt helping him just for wealth and honor, but that she was helping him because she was so kind and good-natured.

Is there a treasure trove around here or something? I should get ahold of anything I can and put it in Eves hand ~ And also quickly recover and give her wishes ~ Lululu ~

At that moment, the Eire Forest came into view before Paimons eyes.

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