Side Stories: Chapter 27

The one-year anniversary celebrating the annihilation of the Bellids was a complete failure. The dragons corpse, which they had placed great attention on guarding, was resurrected as the undead and threatened the high-cla.s.s Karuwimans, the great temple, Yuras, and the entire city. The remaining members of the Bellid group and the undead monsters they controlled attacked the ma.s.ses. It was a chaotic day where a festival meant to celebrate the Bellids erasure couldve been left as the worst day in history for the Karuwimans.

Yet, compared to the severity of the situation, there wasnt as much damage. Property damages made up most of it and the only casualties were the Miftil Kingdoms knights. It also came to light that the n.o.bles attending the festival as representatives of the Miftil Kingdom, Wesker Grashane and Fejiadiru Browning, were Bellid collaborators. It was like a miracle, as if G.o.d Karuna had personally acted to protect the Karuwimans.

However, this event wasnt some miracle from a G.o.d. It was thanks to one person even though this person was someone who couldnt compare to any other human. Everyone, including the Karuwiman Pope from above to the citizens attending the festival, saw what this man did. They watched as Piros was subdued and the remaining Bellids were all tied up helplessly. Still, the festival couldnt go on after an event like that, and the Karuwimans soon dispersed the crowd.

People obediently scattered and returned to their respective homes. Though they couldve lost their lives in a single mishap, what lingered in their heads wasnt an emotion such as fear. Instead, it was a sense of admiration and respect. Everyone knew that they had witnessed a legendary battle that would be carved into history for many years to come.

After some time pa.s.sed, people soon calmed their unsettled hearts and went outside, unable to beat the overflowing pa.s.sion in their hearts. The festival was still going on and merchants were still continuing their businesses even after the recent incident. People went into restaurants and bars and talked about what they experienced that day.

Ha! Did you see that? You know, right at the end when the dragon fell!

Of course, I saw it! I even saw the hero swing his sword. He swung his sword slowly enough that I could see it and then the dragons entire wing ripped right off!

What? d.a.m.n it, I was watching the Bellid b.a.s.t.a.r.ds running with all their might, so I couldnt see that.

Two burly men talked pa.s.sionately while holding two alcohol gla.s.ses. It was the same for the people at the table beside them.

I heard thats called a breath. I cant believe I saw something that only appears in legends and such. Isnt the dragon supposed to blow off mountains and even erase entire cities?

Of course! You saw it too! Those terrible lights and sounds. If our hero hadnt blocked it, the entire Yuras wouldve been demolished.

To think that he could block a great strength like that. Isnt he truly amazing?

Yeah, thats why he was able to end those Bellid c.o.c.kroaches leader!

Wherever anyone looked, people were praising Zich. It couldnt be helped. When would they ever see an amazing battle like that? Furthermore, the person they were talking about was Zich, whose fame was high enough to pierce the sky.

Im really glad that I went to the anniversary today! When I place my grandkids on my lap in the future, I will have stories to tell them!

Why dont you say that after getting married first?

Even after more time pa.s.sed, people didnt stop praising Zich. Seeing the fever and pa.s.sion of the people in the room, it seemed like people would continue to talk about Zich for a while. Although the whole city was buzzing because of the days incident, the main scene was quiet and calm. The area was blocked from ordinary people entering so that it could be cleaned, and holy priests and knights were taking control of it.

Look at this. One holy knight flipped a dead Bellids body over with his feet and said to his companion, Theres no external injury.

They studied the corpses and flipped them around. There was absolutely no respect for the dead, but no one said anything. After all, what need was there for courtesy when dealing with the Bellids?

He completely ground their organs without damaging their skin.

No wonder they died instantly though they looked fine on the outside.

Did he really do something like this from so far away without any warning beforehand?

The holy knights met each others eyes. They seemed to ask each other if it would be possible for any of them to do this and n.o.body seemed to agree.

Lets just clean up the corpses.

Yeah.

Zich was someone who had already surpa.s.sed their understanding. If he suddenly claimed to be the avatar of Karuna right now, they wouldve probably believed him. Yet, unlike this place where everything was progressing smoothly, there were other areas with more commotion taking place.

This is a misunderstanding! Are you really going to believe a Bellid b.a.s.t.a.r.ds words?! Fejiadiru shouted while both his arms were tightly bound by two holy knights. Yet, no one took heed to what he said. However, considering the status of the people they were arresting, the cardinal said coldly, We will know once we conduct our investigation. Before that, we will treat you like the n.o.ble that you are. In other words, once Wesker and Fejiadiru were found to have any connection with the Bellids, their heads would be sliced off whether they were n.o.bles or not.

That cant happen! I am the heir of the Miftil Kingdoms Marquess Browning family! How could you treat someone like me so roughly?!

Thats the case for now. If you really are connected to the Bellids, you should wish things would stop at your end. If we find out that the Browning family and even further, the Miftil Kingdom, are connected to the Bellids too, we wont hesitate to go all out.

Of course, things would not end with just that. This event couldve put the Pope, all the upper-cla.s.s Karuwimans, and Yuras in danger. Although Zich had coolly overturned the event, it was true that the Karuwimans had failed to block the Bellids ambush. To make up for that loss of reputation, the Karuwimans needed to pursue this case as fiercely as possible. Fejiadirus face turned pale.

My family and of course, I have nothing to do with those b.a.s.t.a.r.ds! This is going too far

Why dont you say that to the interrogator? Drag him out!

No, its a misunderstanding! We will never collaborate with the Bellid b.a.s.t.a.r.ds! Fejiadiru was pleading desperately when Lara spotted him.

L-Lara! he shouted. She turned around.

Please help them clear up this misunderstanding! Arent you Sir Zichs companion? Im sure people would listen to what you say! For your brother, help!

Lara indifferently turned her head. Though she heard her brother call her name, she never turned in his direction again.

His shamelessness is unbelievable, Hans scoffed.

Hes always been like that, but theres nothing to be surprised about. Even Wesker Grashane was dragged away obediently. If only that guy was a bit more like the person he served Of course, they thought Wesker wouldnt easily admit his sins either, but it was clear that both Wesker and Fejiadiru wouldnt become free men again. Regardless, none of this mattered to Lara who cut off all contact with her family.

Its unexpected that he protested only with words while getting taken away. I thought he would at least try to use force.

Try to use force? After seeing what happened earlier?

Yeah, thats true too.

The two wondered why the people of the Miftil Kingdom had no choice but to obediently listen to the Karuwimans. Zich was mingling with his acquaintances. If the Karuwimans hadnt told everyone to return to their places except the people involved in remediating this situation, Zich would have been surrounded by people all day long. Since Zichs performance today was unrivaled, everyone was eager to meet him. After some time, even his acquaintances began to leave one by one, and the only person left was his partner, Lyla.

What is it? Zich asked.

Something seemed to be bothering Lyla since a while ago. She even glared at the acquaintances talking to Zich, and she was the reason why their acquaintances had dispersed a bit more quickly.

No, its She couldnt get her words out.

Do you want to go to the restroom? Then you should hurry up and go Judging by how Lyla kicked his s.h.i.+n, that didnt seem to be the answer.

Well, do you have anything to say to me?

I do. Theres quite a lot too, but I think Ill get a kick in the s.h.i.+n again if I say any one of those things. You want me to say them?

You better not!

Zich faithfully followed her words in response to her sharp gaze.

He really doesnt seem like he has anything to say

After staying with Zich for a while, Lyla could grasp his thoughts to a certain extent by just examining his behavior. In the end, Lyla had to bring up the topic herself. You know, before you saidthat you were making plans to propose to me.

Yeah, I said that. When I was with Joachim and Evelyn The quick-witted Zich immediately identified the cause of Lylas disgruntled behavior. Were you looking forward to it because of what I said to them before?

You really didnt have plans to propose.

I mean, I was half-joking that time, and like I said, I was going to propose when our sense of danger and excitement is at its peak. But wheres the excitement and crisis today?

You know what? According to that logic, Ill never be able to receive a proposal. When will you ever be in danger?

Yeah, thats true too.

Lyla naturally made a fist at Zichs easygoing responses. How should she beat the h.e.l.l out of him to cool down this burn?

Then, shall we get married?

What? Lylas fist naturally relaxed.

Werent you looking forward to it? As you said, I dont think Ill ever be able to propose to you on my terms. Then we should just do it while were at it.

Where the h.e.l.l is the romance

Do you think thats possible for me?

No way. It was such a ridiculous proposal. Nevertheless, Lyla felt her heart beating fast. She thought she might be acting too easy, yet she couldnt help but feel delighted. She felt like she would be losing if she made her happiness too obvious.

Fine, I guess this is my fate. Ill just accept your proposal. So, when are we going to get married?

Within a week.

What?

Dont worry. Although my proposal was like this, Ill give you a wedding of the century. Lyla blinked, as Zichs playful statement made a deep impression on her.

* * *

Exactly a week after Zich made his promise, a huge stage was set up in front of Yuras. The pure white stage, adorned with colorful flowers and decorations, could not have been more suitable to celebrate the couple continuing to walk together in the future. Countless people gathered around, and everyone sincerely congratulated the bride and groom with laughter and applause.

On the stage, Lyla wore a beautiful dress with a bouquet in her hand. She muttered half in shock, Its really happening.

Lyla had been half-doubting and half-expecting Zich to keep his promise to give her a wedding of the century. Lyla had to admit that Zichs head worked extremely quickly. Immediately after Zich proposed to Lylawhich Lyla technically did accept as a proposalhe requested the Pope to prepare for their weddingwithin a week.

No matter how favorable the Karuwimans thought of Zich and Lyla, the Pope thought a request like this was too sudden and ill-mannered, but after considering it, he accepted the request with open arms. The Karuwimans reputation had suffered from the festival, so to recover their reputation, the Karuwimans were going to continue the festival. If they added Zich and Lylas wedding, the peoples attention would peak since Zichs reputation was already reaching the heavens. Then, it would lead to the success of the festival. On top of that, they could show the stability and strength of the Karuwimans and boast their friends.h.i.+p with Zich. Their wedding was beneficial to the Karuwimans in every way.

Since then, the Karuwimans poured all their available energy and resources into Zichs wedding. Living up to their name as a religion with global power, the Karuwimans were able to perfectly create an enormous wedding venue in a week.

Are you satisfied? Zich asked as he stood next to Lyla. He was wearing a handsome tuxedo. After formally dressing up, his already n.o.ble good looks were amplified tenfold.

Yeah. How could anyone show their dissatisfaction with such a grand wedding?

Thats a relief. Im glad were doing the wedding now. Since all our acquaintances are gathered here, they can attend right away as well. Their acquaintances, including Hans, watched the ceremony in a specially arranged place for VIPs.

The wedding officially began. The music ensemble played, and the officiating Pope called out to Lyla and Zich. Lubella sat in the VIP seat and earnestly celebrated their union while occasionally glaring at the Pope.

Did the Pope use his authority to settle their fight on the wedding officiant?

The scene of the Pope laughing while saying that the Saintess still had a long way to go was still fresh in everyones memories.

Then, shall we go, Lyla Serville?

Zich reached out his hand toward Lyla. She looked at his hand for a while and placed her hand over Zichs. Yes, Zich Serville.

With a new surname that meant a new life in the Clowon languagea name that perfectly reflected their ident.i.tyZich and Lyla slowly walked up to the stage.

Authors End Note:

h.e.l.lo Wuxiaworld readers, this is Hungry Panda. Did you enjoy the time you spent with Zich? I hope that Zichs journey brought a little bit of joy to your lives. When The Regressed Demon Lord is Kind was first published on Wuxiaworld, I didnt expect it to receive as much love as it did. Thus, I want to express my deepest grat.i.tude to everyone who gave so much love to this work even when it was lacking in many ways. I hope to see you again in my next work, and I wish hope in all your lives not just for tomorrow, but forevermore.