Chapter 33

Didnt I do something like that this time? I beat up that annoying bastardno, that rottenno, that man with a face you want to spit onno, I mean

Its fine. You are talking about Grotim, right? You dont have to be polite about it. Just speak freely.

Lubella was now completely used to Zichs roughspeech. Seeing her change in attitude, Zich was amazed by her adaptability; but in a part of his mind, he wondered if this was really a good thing.

It was also my wish to beat the heck out of Grotim. I hate those Bellid guys.

Yes, I feel the same way.

As a Karuwiman, Lubella could completely understand Zichs feelings.

And even though I just did whatever I wanted, all of you treat melikea hero for beating up Grotim. And thats when I realized,Ah, crushing bad guys are also acts of kindness."

Lubella hesitated to reply. Zich was not wrong. It was right to bring justice to those who brought harm to people. But seeing Zichs happy face while talking about beating up people madeherhesitateto agreewith him.

They are bad guys anyway, so it doesnt matter if Iscrewthem over or torture them.

This made Lubella hesitate even further. Lubella let out a sigh, but she did not contradict Zichs statements.

Well, it sounds like you are on the right track.

Lubella wondered if it was right to agree with Zichs morally ambiguous realizations, but she thought there was some truth to his statements. But most of all, she had huge trust in Zich as a human being. For that reason, even though Weig looked at her with wide eyes and Hans stared at her in utter shock, she continued,If another person said that to me, I would have thought they were being too extreme, but I trust your judgments. Im sure you can make the right judgments since youaccuratelyjudged Sude andTimmyfor who they were. However, please reconsider a few times before you act on your decisions.

I will try.

Zich felt proud of himself. He felt as if Lubella, a future Saint, recognized and approved of his version to live a kind life.

Feeling pleased, Zich spoke up and asked, Do you have any concerns? I might be able toassist.

Zich asked this question without much thought, but Lubella seemed to hesitate as if she really did have a concern.

Hmmm, this is kind of embarrassing to say, but

After a few moments, Lubella began to voice her concerns to Zich carefully. Weig knew what Lubellas main concern was, so he quietlylistened toher talk.

I mean, Im completely fine now. Im quite strong.

Lubella lifted her arms and showed off her muscles. Obviously, she didnt have many muscles in her arms,but her lighthearted actions indicated that she was getting stronger mentally. She merely brought up the topic to hear if Zich had anything helpful to share.

Hmmm, I have a good idea. Would you like to hear it?

Yes? A good idea?

Please lend me your ears for a bit.

Lubella leaned towards Zich. Like evil villains making secret plans, Zich quietly whispered to Lubella and gave her his advice.

Is it really okay for me to do that?Lubella asked him with clear surprise in her voice; hissuggestionwas extremely shocking to her.

Im just giving you advice. The choice is all up to you, Lady Lubella.

Lubella glanced at Weig. Even though Zich and Lubella were whispering to each other, Weig heard their whole conversation and didnt say anything.Hismouthturned slightly upwards instead. Even though it was a bit extreme, Weig seemed to approve of Zichs advice.

Well, Sir Weig always pushed me to become stronger.

I will think about it.

Then that will be enough.

Zich fixed the position of his luggage.

Then we will be heading out.

Ah, we will see youout.

The four of them headed towards the temples entrance.

Where will you be going next?

Im thinking about heading to the nearest village first. Then I will slowly think about my plans after.

We will also be heading back to the General Assembly. There are a lot of things we have to report, and theres going to be an event soon where all the SaintCandidates have to gather together.

Then theres not much time for you to carry out my advice.

Yes, if Idodecide to accept your advice.

While they were talking, they soon arrived at the temples entrance.

Ah!

A person who was sitting in front of the entrance jumped up after seeing them.

Weig tensed up, thinking that an enemy might be approaching them,but Zich stopped him before he could do anything.

Its all right. I know them.

Weig took one step back.

Then Lubella noticed who the person was and exclaimed, Gosh! It's Mr. Timmy!

Timmy was the man whose younger brother got his life force taken away from him. As soon as Timmy saw Lubella and Zich, he bowe