Upon entering Bosuro’s private room, Kanan was waiting there. It was the room of a person holding the rank of General, but having the King there felt somewhat out of place… but perhaps he judged this location to be suitable.

While I was thinking, Kanan spoke.

I’ve been waiting, Lord Ruon.

Your Majesty, Atire and Shelk should have been here as guards.

Bosuro asked. Kanan then smiled and said,

I received a report that the General had entered the Castle Interior and requested their departure. We cannot speak yet.

Those words were about Sofia. Then she, still in disguise, removed only her mask and spoke.

“……It’s good to see you again, Kanan.”

“Lady Sophilia, I’m glad you’re safe.”

He called her by her title, then the King glanced at us.

“So, Lord Ruon and the others are–“

“I’ll explain now.”

Sofia motioned for us to sit. We complied and took our seats. The four of us faced Kanan and Bosuro across the table.

“First, before we talk, one confirmation.”

I spoke first.

“I understand the Princess is alive… what information did you have beforehand?”

“Only that she is still imprisoned in the Barx Kingdom.”

Kanan replied. Then he asked Sofia a question.

“The Barcus Kingdom is–“

“Of course, it’s safe. Lord Ruon helped us.”

At those words, Kanan and Bosuro looked at me.

“I will tell you about that now–“

She explained her journey, starting from when I saved her. Kanan seemed surprised by the fact that she had fought the Five Great Demons, and also by the fact that she had a contract with Spirits.

The explanation didn’t take long… After finishing, she shared her thoughts.

“–And I myself am determined to continue my journey with Lord Ruon to defeat the Demon King.”

“And in doing so, you participated in this Nation’s battle.”

“Yes.”

“……I understand the situation.”

Kanan slowly exhaled–and, looking at Sofia, began to speak.

“I was truly worried… Your cousin, Lady Eina, visited this Nation before. Since then, I’ve been desperately trying to gather information about you… I’m relieved to see you safe and sound like this.”

“I’m also glad that we could arrange this meeting and talk, Kanan.”

“……You haven’t told Lady Eina yet?”

“No.”

“That’s unavoidable, I suppose.”

Bosuro spoke up.

“If the King’s survival becomes known, the Demon Race will inevitably target them… Although the Human Side has begun to counterattack, the situation is still unpredictable. Now is probably not the time to make it public.”

“But eventually, you’ll have to talk… When do you plan to make it public?”

Kanan asked Sofia. She thought for a moment,

“I don’t know yet… I think it would be different if the War with Demons became even more advantageous.”

“Then we will pave the way for that.”

Kanan spoke with strong words. Sofia looked back at him–

“……So you have the will to fight, just like me.”

“Yes. Of course, it’s not just because I’ve reunited with Lady Sophilia.”

“Then, let’s cooperate.”

Kanan and Sofia nodded to each other. Finally, she had established a certain relationship with the Royal Family.

From now on, they would overcome the War with the Demon Lord together… At this point, Bosuro turned his face towards me.

“And Lord Ruon, I cannot thank you enough.”

“……No, I only did what was natural.”

“I see… Regarding the circumstances of saving Lady Sophilia, you mentioned it was at the request of a certain Knight, but was there any connection to the Barx Kingdom?”

I hesitated on how to answer the question, but then I thought. I’m no longer going to hide anything. So,

“……Sofia”

I called her name. She replied, “Yes,” and then asked,

“You’re calling Lefin, aren’t you?”

“Yes.”

“There’s a reason behind you helping me and my father, isn’t there?”

I nodded. Then Lefin appeared, and I began to speak.

“……King Kanan, I’d like what I’m about to say to remain just between us.”

“Of course.”

Kanan nodded. Next, I looked at Sylvie and Kuuza.

“You two, is that okay?”

“You don’t have to insist; we’ll keep it a secret.”

“I agree too.”

The two answered one after another. Hearing that, I finally met Sofia’s gaze.

“……I don’t know if what I’m about to say will be good or bad for Sofia, but—”

“Lord Ruon saved my life. And he made me this strong. Your feelings have been fully conveyed.”

“—I see.”

I finally sent a glance to Lefin. She nodded, and I opened my mouth again.

“Then, I’ll tell you. However, I think there will be many unbelievable things—”

I slowly began to explain, starting from my reincarnation into this world.

Normally, this kind of content would be dismissed as unbelievable, but thanks to Lefin’s backing, saying “It’s true,” they listened to my story. Furthermore, even Young Garuku joined the conversation, explaining what would happen on this continent in the future—and then,

“—That’s a very interesting story.”

The first to express his thoughts was Bosuro.

“First, we have no choice but to set aside the circumstances of your reincarnation. What particularly concerned me were the conditions for defeating the Demon King and the invasion from the Southern Region.”

In response to his words, I added an explanation.

“Currently, because the Sage’s Power could not be gathered in one person, the conditions are set for the Demon King to use magic to destroy the continent. However, we are moving to avoid the worst-case scenario.”

“That is something we are handling.”

Garuku said. Nevertheless, my companions and Kanan, who realized the current situation, had grim expressions.

“Regarding the Southern Invasion, do you have a counter-strategy?”

Bosuro further asked. Then Lefin answered that.

“We, the Spirits, intend to act in the event of an invasion. However, since we don’t know how many forces will come, there’s a possibility it might not be enough. I believe we should gather as many forces as possible.”

I agree with that. After all, even Richard, who reversed time, failed many times… While it’s highly likely we can overcome it by utilizing my abilities, we should still establish a solid system so that we’ll be fine even without me.

The War with the Demon Lord is progressing somewhat according to the game scenario, but unexpected things are also happening. It wouldn’t be surprising if unforeseen circumstances arose during the Southern Invasion. That’s precisely why we should make thorough preparations.

Before we discuss that, let me confirm something. This is just out of curiosity.

Bosuro continued. I understood what he was trying to say.

“If you had not intervened in this battle… how would this battle have turned out in the story of your previous life?”

“It was a victory… but either Sir Atire or Sir Shelk, and the General, would have died in battle.”

When I answered honestly, Bosuro said, “I see,” and then,

“Then I must cooperate with you all with all my might.”

“…Are you sure?”

“You intervened in this battle because you believed my presence was necessary for the War with the Demon Lord, didn’t you? Then I must perform accordingly.”

“I am also prepared to comply.”

Kanan also agreed… but he seemed to have something else on his mind.

“One more confirmation.”

“Yes.”

“About that, if you weren’t there, Lady Sophilia would have…”

I didn’t answer anything. However, both Kanan and Sofia seemed to understand the meaning of that silence.

“…In that case,”

Sofia opened her mouth.

“I, too, had my life saved… I want to do everything I can. But Lord Ruon, am I good enough?”

“…At the very least, you have the qualifications to defeat the Demon King.”

At my declaration, Sofia showed tension… but,

“If I have the qualifications, I will do it.”

Lefin and Garuku nodded at her strong words. I also nodded, and said,

“I’ll fight with you—please, I’m counting on you.”

“Yes.”

Sofia responded to me with a powerful reply.