“……Now, the Continent won’t collapse. That’s good.”

I spoke, waiting for the Demon King to be gone.

“Garuku, have you completely sealed the Magic?”

“Indeed, there’s no risk of Magic accidentally activating. However, the Demon Race’s Magic Power still remains underground. It will take some time for the Leader to eliminate it all.”

“Looks like we’ll have problems…”

“In some places, it might affect crops and the like. I promise to take action to prevent it from affecting Human livelihoods.”

“Thank you, Garuku. Now…”

I stared at the spot where the Demon King had stood, thinking.

The Magic didn’t activate. Ordinarily, the Demon King would be strengthened if the Magic activated, but that didn’t happen… However, it seems he’s contemplating something because of my presence and the gathering of Divine Spirits.

“It seems best to make as many preparations as possible.”

While making the sword, I need to investigate what the Demon King will do… It would be ideal to clearly understand what moves he’s planning.

As these thoughts raced through my mind, Orudia spoke up.

“Ruon, by defeating Nostor, I also gained Sage’s Power… meaning I’ve earned the right to slay the Demon King.”

“Yes. However, I’d like to discuss how we’ll fight during the final battle with the Demon King.”

“Discuss? With whom?”

“With others who possess Sage’s Power… I think that discussion will take place after the battle in the Southern Region.”

I looked at Garuku.

“Since they’re still fighting, I’m heading to the Southern Region now.”

“Understood… We will investigate if there are any effects from the Demon King’s Magic attempting to activate.”

“How long will that take?”

“We need to thoroughly examine the situation across the entire Continent… The battle in the Southern Region should be resolved in a few days with Lord Ruon’s assistance. It will be difficult to finish our investigation within that time.”

“Understood. I’ll leave that to you, Garuku and company.”

After speaking, I turned my head back to Orudia.

“I’m going to rush to the Southern Region first. Orudia, please come later.”

“……So you’ll suppress the enemies in the Southern Region with that power, then?”

“Yes. If we can clear that up, then all that remains is the final battle with the Demon King.”

Considering a situation where I couldn’t fight alongside them, the Human Side’s forces became sufficient. However, the fewer casualties from battle, the better.

“We will travel around the Continent with the Spirits.”

Feus said. Then Azua began to move—and the Divine Spirits left the area.

Well then,

I muttered, lightly rolling my shoulders.

Shall we go… to Sofia and the others?

With those words, I began my movement using magic.

On the way to the Southern Region battlefield, the Demon Lord’s Army’s movements intensified. Perhaps it’s due to the Demon King’s retreat to the Stronghold… Since the Demon Lord’s Army has the advantage in numbers, they might be planning to crush the Human Side with brute force.

However, the Knights, led by Kanan, are stopping them. They’ve formed a defensive line and are surely preventing the advancing army. Furthermore, forces are still remaining in the rear, led by Sofia, and they still have reserves. If I join them here, we can definitely crush the army.

Here, I suddenly think… the Demon Race that remained in the Western Region began to move, and the Demon King acted quickly. These were all unexpected for the Human Side, but they overcame everything. All that remains is to defeat the monsters pushing in from the Southern Region. After that, the final battle with the Demon King remains… it feels like the story is finally coming to an end.

However, there are still things that need to be done, starting with creating a sword… While pondering the future, I also receive a report from my familiar.

The Elite Guard of Alastin Kingdom, including General Bosro, and those who could be called Balzard’s Mobile Knight Brigade, are on the front lines, fighting against the Monsters. Kanan is behind them, coordinating with the front line. And the Adventurers, including Phili, have not yet joined the battle. They are probably reserve troops.

However, since the Monsters outnumber them, it’s difficult to push them back as things stand. Therefore, there’s a possibility that Sofia and Phili might also enter the battlefield… Because of the distance, it will take time even using High-Speed Movement Magic. It’s frustrating, but there’s no point in rushing.

Hmm?

At that moment, another familiar reported. In my direction of travel… a horde of monsters was heading south. I initially thought they were new enemies, but it seems they were monsters summoned by Richard.

Did he start moving at this timing? It might be better to meet him.

At my current speed, it seemed I could catch up… As I received location information from my familiar and approached, I found Richard riding on the back of a dragon-like monster.

Hey!

When I called out to him, he turned his gaze to me and was surprised.

“Mr. Ruon!?”

“What a coincidence! Are you heading south too?”

As I asked, running alongside him using magic, Richard immediately nodded.

“I was also investigating the movements of the Demon Race with my familiar, but… honestly, I didn’t think you were someone who could do something so reckless.”

It seems he has some grasp of my fighting style.

“We can talk about that later… but is this okay?”

I looked down. On the ground was a horde of monsters rampaging on the highway.

“Won’t we be mistaken for enemies?”

“I’ll handle it so that doesn’t happen. I’ll aim for places where the troops are thin and charge, then explain to our allies later.”

“I see… I’ll help explain the situation too.”

“I’m sorry… but the situation is very complicated. Because of it, I’ve been delayed in responding.”

“Complicated?”

When I asked back, Richard replied with a troubled expression.

“I’ve been involved in this war many times through time reversal, but this is the first time I’ve seen such a situation.”

“Are you talking about the large number of monsters?”

“No, that’s not it. It’s the fact that the Human Side has a lot of fighting power and is fighting on par or even better.”

…As expected, my explanation of the situation to Kanan seems to have had a big impact.

“Furthermore, when I heard rumors of monsters pouring in from the west, my heart froze. I never thought you, Mr. Ruon, would defeat them. Since there were no other knights or soldiers, was there an agreement?”

“I’ve spoken with King Kanan, the Commander-in-Chief of the Allied Forces.”

“I see. So, the discussion about Mr. Ruon will be after the battle, right?”

“Yes. Richard, you also have the right to know.”

“That’s good then. If you hadn’t told me the situation, it would have been torture.”

I laughed and gazed at the horde of monsters.

Their numbers were considerable, showing the results of Richard’s efforts. However, considering the size of the Demon Lord’s Army, it might be difficult to change the course of the war. It’s more like stopping the advance of a part of the army on the battlefield.

However, since they are currently fighting on par or better, there is a possibility that it could be an opportunity for the Human Side to change the course of the war.

“How will Mr. Ruon move?”

With those words, Richard gave a wry smile.

“Rather, I might not even be necessary.”

“No, the more fighting power we have, the better to reduce casualties. Even I can’t instantly annihilate all the monsters with a single spell.”

“I see… if you’re going to tell me the situation, then I need to make sure I survive.”

Richard said… The Southern Invasion was the biggest obstacle for him, a battle that should only hold unpleasant memories. But now, his expression is bright. Although unexpected events have unfolded, he probably thinks the war situation itself isn’t bad.

“Yes. I’m counting on you, Mr. Richard.”

“Leave it to me.”

Engaging in such exchanges, I hurried to the battlefield with him.