Translator and Editor: Effe and Lili

However, there were other special things in his sight as well.

Significant amounts of gold and precious stones were buried in caves in the woods.

Hey, what idiot buried gold in a place like this? While I was away, dogs and cattle* must have entered the forest.

[T/N: Meaning a lot of people were involved, and not in a good way.]

Paimon kicked his foot, clicked his tongue, and then immediately rejoiced.

Anyway, thanks to you, I didnt have to go through much trouble. Ill use this well!

Paimon vigorously rushed toward the cave.

After a while, a huge boom rang throughout the woods.

* * *

Shaaa.

Normally, the wind in the forest would have been very cold and refreshing, but the situation was different now.

Fierce heat was being transmitted through the wind now.

If you think about it, Paimon was in full swing when Aedis and I went to the bell tower.

If he hadnt been found by us, Paimon might have escaped the bell tower much more smoothly.

And had he survived, he might have headed to Eire Forest just as he did now.

He wouldve then encountered Regen, whod run away from home, and he wouldve unsealed him then too.

Maybe thats what happened in Esmeraldas Crescent Moon?

The process was different, but the result was the same.

Sigh.

Rita approached me with a sigh. The new candidate for Master of the Rosa Estate came along too.

Your Grace.

Hows the situation?

Its not good. The speed at which the flames are spreading is too fast.

Rita anxiously bit her lips.

Shall we contact the Magic Tower?

I told Rita to wait a moment and then stared at Aedis.

He flicked his finger as if he was about to send Paimon to the next world right now.

Im sorry, but I cant just leave it alone.

Black smoke enveloped the sky. It was obvious that there would be great damage to the locals of the Rosa Estate if it continued.

The knights of the Grand Duchy were left behind, but the number of people trying to find a way to solve the situation here was by no means small.

I whispered to Aedis.

Why is he suddenly burning the forest? Is he fighting with other spirits?

I guess its just because hes out of his mind.

You know thats a really insincere answer, right?

If you dont like killing, theres another way to solve it.

Well

I would rather be asked to kill Paimon.

As I scrunched my nose and was preoccupied, a flame burst towards me.

But of course, it couldnt even come close because of my husband.

Your Grace, danger!

Rita shouted and tried to cover me, and then shouted again.

..or not. Oh, theres the Grand Duke.

Tok, Todok.

Huh?

The slow-moving flame spit something out.

I walked a few steps and picked up the little granule that lay on the floor.

It was gold.

Real gold!

As I carefully curled my fists, I heard Rita speak directly to Aedis from behind me.

Grand Duke, please give me permission. Ill go ask for assistance from the Magic tower right now. Theyll ask for a lot of money, but for nowBut of course, if you went and put out the fire yourself, it would be perfect.

Wait.

I approached Rita and acted like I hadnt picked anything up and was simply clenching my fist in determination.

Theres no time to delay right now!

Ill go in.

What?!

Ill go in, and try to convince him.

Husband, dont laugh like youre out of your breath. People think its weird.

Your, Your Grace? Your opponent is a beast! Persuasion or anything like that wont work!

I waved my hand.

First of all, can you bring me a piece of paper and a pen?

Rita turned to Aedis with a confused face.

He was busy covering his mouth and laughing.

You saw it. What I had in my hand.

In Aediss eyes, my obvious desire for wealth was reflected.

The flames are, uh, leave it to me.

Yes, it must have felt awkward.

When Aedis offered to help, Rita decided she couldnt help it, so she went to get the paper and pen.

In the meantime, I put the ingot of gold in my arms.

Hehere.

After handing the items over, Rita retreated with a dubious face.

I roughly scribbled a few letters and handed them out to Aedis.

Aedis, you told me youll take care of me, right? I wont drink the blood of any beasts, Ill just ask the spirits in a magical manner that is as irritating as our marriage contract.

As Aedis touched his index finger, the paper trembled.

I dont know whats changed in particular except that its a little hot.

Aedis gave me some magic and asked a question.

What are you going to do with all the wealth you collected?

You dont know anything. The more money you have, the better.

Hmm.

Whats wrong?

Nothing. I just came up with something good to give as a present on wifes birthday.

Aedis mumbled in a light tone and let me go. That meant that I could go now.

Did you hide a treasure trove anywhere?

* * *

Kyaak! Crazy!

Paimon struggled violently. While he was away, the few small spirits that still occupied the forest had retreated away and trembled.

What kind of treasure trove has magic that throws away spirits! Shit! Freeze to death!

Whenever Paimon was resentful, flames that were about as tall as him erupted.

It was causing enormous damage to the forest, but Paimon didnt care.

It was like that until just now.

Until he heard a pure and clear voice.

You are Paimon, arent you?

Cant you see Im busy now?! Get away! Dont bother me! Ill peel your skin and turn it into a cloak.heuk!

He looked back at the person he had spoken to, and Paimon froze.

On the other hand, Maevia opened her eyes wide and admired him.

Oh, I can hear you.

Uh.Uh uh.

Maevia looked up at Paimon, who was making strange sounds, and laughed.

Its nice to meet you. This is the first time weve talked like this. You look very cool, dont you?

If he were a human, he would have stopped breathing.

Paimons body resembled that of a legendary dragon. No other spirit was like him.

A huge body that humans cannot look up to, wings that cover such a body, and big eyes.

His sharp toenails would have smashed Maevia with even the slightest touch.

No one thought he was cool because he had such an instinctive, fear-inducing appearance.

So, Paimon began to feel grumpy at Maevias greetings.

[Huh, huh! Pretending that were close? Anyway, you are just like the others! You are also hoping to get wealth and fame for being nice to me!

Oh, thats not it!

Maevias eyes widened because she didnt know Paimon was struggling with all those feelings.

Then, hoping for wealth and honor and being nice, we know each other

The flames steadily swallowed up the forest while Paimon was full of regrets and Maevia felt dumbfounded.

Maevia scrunched her eyebrows together. Aedis would use his hands and keep the fire from spreading, but the forest was still being burned down.

The flames and smoke stayed away from Maevia while simultaneously swallowing up the Eire trees.

It was not only the will of her husband, who took care of her, but it also the will of Paimon.

Maevia started speaking some sweet words.

You know, Paimon? Arent you misunderstanding something? Im not after Paimons gold.I just like your heart, so Im nice to you.

Maevia gave him an eye attack that soothed her dark conscience in some way, and Paimon had a knack for only listening to what he wanted to hear.

ReReally? No, it cant be! Give me some proof!

Then Maevia put her foot into Paimons flames.

Hey, are you crazy?! Youll die!

Paimon was frightened and quelled the flames.

At least the flames never touched Maevia, but she wasnt completely overpowered because he hadnt been able to properly express his ability after so long.

Not knowing that Paimon couldnt properly control his abilities yet, Maevia laughed.

You wont kill me. I believe in you.

Uh..

Paimon started thinking as he watched Maevia who was at his feet and taking a leisurely look at his scales.

I think this one too is lacking in the head, no? Doesnt she know its dangerous to get close to fire? Is she less intelligent by human standards? Even 500 years ago, there were a lot of crappy and terrible people.

He stared at Maevia, who was showing him an infinitely harmless expression.

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