The Hero Who Returned From Death Quits

88 – EP5. Wind Memory

The morning was bright. Anzel got up and started stretching. The fairies who recognized him greeted him, and he returned the greeting.

Despite quite a long time passing, the fire did not go out.

This place was the capital of Tyrentus, and at the same time, the center of the battle.

A rebellion in the Fairy Kingdom… No, a week has passed since the internal conflict began.

During that time, the battles continued, and much blood was shed. The overall commander in charge of suppressing the rebel forces was the Grand Commander. It was because the king had died.

Feeling a bitter sensation, Anzel stretched his body and then started heading towards the barracks where Lena was.

As there was no stable building, they had to take rest in the barracks without being able to lean against a building, and the same went for Lena.

Anzel shook Lena’s body while she was lying in the sleeping bag.

“Come on, get up.”

Lena began to wake up groggily.

After Lena got up and stretched, the two of them left the barracks.

“Let’s eat quickly. We’ll have to fight again soon.”

“Yeah…”

Lena said with a dull voice. It was a natural thing. Her brother had killed their father, and they were in a situation where they had to fight against him.

After eating the bread received from the cook, Anzel went out of the food distribution center and looked at the city’s scenery.

The sky was ashy, and the fire frequently broke out, but there was still smoke coming from various places.

He sighed as he saw the completely changed scenery.

And at that moment.

The sound of a massive horn began to be heard.

Anzel summoned his holy sword.

“The enemy! The enemy is coming!”

As the bell rang, the soldiers hastily drew their helmets and spears.

“Have you not given up fighting yet!”

Even though it came from a distant place, a clear voice was heard. It was amplification magic.

Ricardo stepped forward and spoke in a loud voice.

“I no longer wish for more sacrifices. Why must our fairies fight each other when the true enemy lies outside?”

Angel observed Ricardo, who was speaking with a mocking tone.

“…After killing our father, you say such things.”

Lena put her hand on Angel’s shoulder from behind.

“You disgusting bastard.”

Lena hardened her expression and said.

“We no longer need to fight!”

When Ricardo’s voice came through, Lena aimed her bow at his throat and shot an arrow.

Squish, the arrow soared through the air, but it was blocked by a barrier.

“…If this is your answer, so be it. Prepare for battle!”

Lena spat on the ground with a ‘tch’ sound and scratched her face.

“You bastard… I’ll kill you for sure, even if you blocked it this time…”

Angel patted Lena’s back as she poured out curses.

“Calm down. Without your father, and your brother turning out that way, you’re the leader of the fairies. You have to show a rational side.”

“How can I be rational? The son of a b*tch who killed my parents is right there!”

Angel shook his head.

I’m not saying don’t get angry. You need to think of a way. Even if you’re consumed by the thought of killing in anger, you have to fight, win, and find a way to survive. Even if you’re angry in your heart, keep a cool head. Otherwise, it will all be in vain.”

Lena took a deep breath and said.

“Calm… Yes, I have to stay calm. My morale is already low, and if I lose control, I won’t have a face to show the soldiers who are fighting.”

While Lena mumbled and took deep breaths, a shout was heard.

“They’re coming!”

Tyrantus’ former guards stood at the forefront and began to run.

Lena looked at them with eyes filled with hatred.

They had been loyal to the royal family since childhood, and they had been close to them.

And now, these people had become the enemies of their parents and were rushing towards her.

How could this happen?

Lena twisted a sinister smile and shot an arrow at the first one rushing toward her.

The arrow pierced the sky, and with a swift motion, the soldier was killed in a single blow.

Not only that, but the arrow that pierced the soldier’s throat came out completely and charged towards another soldier.

The soldier could barely block the unsatisfied arrow with his shield. The arrow pierced into the shield.

Lena made a “click” sound and started shooting arrows again.

And then, an arrow flew towards the valiant Lena.

Angel blocked the arrow.

“…Thank you.”

“Don’t mention it.”

Lena started stringing her bow again, and Angel gripped his sword.

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They fought, and fought again. The endless battle continued.

“…We won’t have a chance if we continue like this.”

Lena said to Angel.

Angel looked at her and asked.

“Why won’t we have a chance?”

Lena looked at Angel and said.

“You should know too. The morale of the soldiers is declining even more as time goes on. They are falling behind in strength and constantly saying that they don’t want to fight against us anymore~ Saying such things is lowering their morale. Damn it… If only Father were alive…,”

Lena did not mention any other reasons. That people are showing signs of supporting Ricardo, her eldest brother, because her father was killed. The dynamics of the fight seemed to be shifting from rebels against the kingdom’s army to simply a battle between the Crown Prince and the Princess.

She didn’t want to say that people are supporting her brother despite him being the one to kill their father.

Angel nodded his head for now.

“So, is there a solution?”

“There is. We have to…kill my brother as quickly as possible.”

“Ricardo?”

Angel shrugged his shoulders.

“Yes. It’s not just because of hatred. My brother is the head of the enemy. If we get rid of the enemy’s head, we will gain the advantage.”

“…How? How are you going to kill your brother?”

Angel asked her.

“We’ll summon Ibercass.”

“Ibercass?”

Ibercass was summoned shortly after Lena’s father died. Angel raised an eyebrow at the mention of summoning him again.

“…Let’s put aside how to summon Ibercass for now. Once I summon him, I’ll be able to kill Ricardo. It might help on the front lines too.”

“I will infiltrate my brother’s camp and kill him. With the power of Ibercass.”

“What?”

Angel looked at her and spoke.

“This is insane. It’s too dangerous. What if something goes wrong?”

“If my brother dies, the enemy will be in chaos, and once the central point is gone, they will disband on their own. We can win.”

When Lena spoke, Angel furrowed his brows and said.

“No, absolutely not! It’s dangerous!”

Lena stared at him, her face hardened, and yelled.

“Whether it’s dangerous or not! We can win, so what’s the problem with a little risk? If we keep going like this, we won’t last even a week!”

Angel looked at her expression and twisted his face before lowering his head.

“…Fine.”

Angel summoned Ann.

“Since Ann is bound to Iberricus, it will help in summoning Iberricus. But… can you properly use Iberricus’s power?”

When Angel spoke, Lena said dismissively.

“Why?”

“Even if you summon Iberricus, the magic he uses will be overwhelming. If Iberricus reveals his power even once, your own strength will disappear.”

“I can withstand that. So let’s summon I

Ann spoke harshly and extended her hand to Lena.

As Lena grasped Ann’s hand, flames began to flicker and form a summoning circle.

Lena activated the summoning circle.

“Why put in so much effort if you’re going to fail… huh?”

The flames grew steadily, gradually taking on a distinct shape.

“This is unexpected. I didn’t know you could summon me.”

Ann watched the spectacle with astonishment on her face.

“Lend me your power.”

Even as Lena collapsed to the ground, her eyes gazed at Ibercas, still in perfect condition.

“I need your help.”

Ibercas smiled.