Chapter 19: The Remaining Hope

Rachel: Finally back.

What a nostalgic palace.

Rachel: Your Highness, I'm back.

Mansell: Oh, it's Rachel!

You've finally come back safely!

Rachel: Of course, Your Highness Uncle.

How can good be defeated by evil?

Mansell: Well, that's true.

So, who are these ......

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Erec: His Royal Highness Pope Mansell of the Holy Church of Roston, first meeting.

I'm Princess Ereco of Runes.

Come to your country as an emissary of the Kingdom of Freria.

Ephrem: I'm Ephrem, Prince of Runes, and I'm here with my sister Erech to tell you about the crisis that threatens the world.

Erec: Actually......

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Mansell: ...... Well...... I already know the thing.

Still, some things are hard to believe......

I've also heard recently that the number of monsters in the Sea of Dark Trees has increased.

Rachel.

For the sake of justice, we need Roston's Sacred Stone.

Rachel: Yes, Your Highness Uncle.

I guess now you should allow us to break the seal on the temple.

Mansell: Hmm...... But Rachel doesn't have to be in such a hurry, right?

This is the Sanctuary, so you might as well get some rest.

Rachel: But we won't be at ease if we don't see the Stone right away.

Seals shouldn't be a problem, right?

So still...... Yes.

Mansell: What's wrong?

Rachel: Let's rest for the night.

Now everyone is tired.

Especially my friend seems to be very bad......

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Erec: ......

Rachel: Erec.

Erec: Ah......

Rachel: You look sad,

What a waste of your pretty face.

Erec: Rachel. I......

What to do?

Erek: Leon is a very important friend of mine......

But...... There's nothing left to do......

Rachel: That's the Demon King who appeared as a human, and Prince Leon no longer exists in this world.

To save the world, we must defeat him.

…… It would be nice if it were that simple, but ......

Erec: ......

Rachel: Erech ......

I don't know Prince Leone.

So maybe you won't understand your grief.

But......

If your very important Prince Leone is here now......

What does he want you to do?

Erec: The ......

……

Rachel: Don't rush, Erec.

Think about it, think about it...... Then find out for yourself.

Okay, it's almost time for dinner.

If you're hungry, you're not feeling refreshed.

Erec: Ah, good...... Let's go now.

Thank you, Rachel......

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Iverem: ......

Tana: Ephrem, cheer up.

Iverem: It's Tana......

I'm fine, I'm still the same as before.

Tana: Lie.

It's the first time I've seen your sad looking face......

If you don't cheer up, my brother will be worried......

And, too, am I......

Iverem: ......

Tana.

You are the princess of Freria.

It's best not to get too close to me and Ireco.

Although the two countries are now allies, Runes and Frelia are different countries after all.

What if something happens later......

So it's better to keep a little distance for now.

Tana: How do you say that......

It's going to be fine!

Iverem: Tower, Tana?

Tana: I love Ereco and Everem!

Even if the country is different......

Even if something happens......

My mind will never change!

Iverem: ......

I'm sorry, Tana.

I'm going to do my best.

Don't cry.

Tana: Iverem......

Iverem: You're right.

No matter what happens......

Our feelings don't go away.

So, as a buddy with that guy......

I had to settle with him.

Thank you...... Tana.

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Iverem: ......

Rachel: It doesn't look like you.

What happened?

Ivreem: Rachel ......

Nothing, I'm fine.

Rachel: Hehe, lying to the Holy Princess is a punishment from heaven.

If you can, why not tell me what it is?

Iverem: ......

I'm sorry.

I can't say.

And I'm not going to even talk about it.

Rachel: ...... You're such a stubborn guy.

Do you want to take on all the responsibilities alone?

Iverem: I'm sorry.

Rachel: I can't help it if you say that.

Have you already decided what to do in the future?

Iverem: ......

Well, I've come to my senses.

Rachel: Really......

If that happens, I don't have much to say.

You're just like me......

They all belong to the side that helps others.

Don't let others see your weak side, and carry everything alone.

But it's good to work together once in a while, don't you say?

Iverem: yes......

Talking to you makes me feel better.

Thank you, Rachel.

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Avi: Hmph, hmph......

It's hard work for you to be on patrol so late.

Soldier (Green): !

What people!

Mystery Man: Where to look?

I am here.

Soldier (Green): Ah!

Avi: Oops, this way, I'm here.

Mystery: Oh, here, huh, huh......

Soldier (Green): What...... Miscellaneous......

Avi: Is it impossible to see anything in the dark?

What lurks in the dark......

Do you know?

Soldier (Green): Enemy, enemy attack!

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Avi: Hmph, hmph......

Man can do nothing in the dark.

This Roston Holy Church ......

It is destined to disappear in the dark.

All right, everybody.

Go ahead!

The day of destruction for Roston has arrived!

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Soldier (white): Your Highness, Your Highness! The enemy is coming!

It was supposed to be the remnants of the Gurad army.

The enemy has invaded the palace!

Mansell: What!

Soldier (white): The guards in the palace are attacked by invaders.

Now the situation is extremely unfavorable!

If this continues, there is a possibility of total extinction!

It seems that it may not be able to hold until the Holy Knights outside the palace arrive......

Mansell: ...... What the hell is going on!

This sanctuary has been invaded by the enemy......

Looks like I have to......

Rachel: Your Royal Highness, don't force it.

We'll take care of that here.

Rachel: Are you ready?

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Seth: Princess Ereko, it's up to us and Prince Iverem.

Could you please ......

Iverem: No, Seth.

There's nothing left in Erec, is there? Erech.

Erec: Yes......

I'm sorry for your trouble.

Let's go.

Together we want to protect Pope Mansell!

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Seth: Prince Everem, we'll leave it to you.

Could you please ......

Erek: Brother......

Iverem: I'm sorry, but I seem to be worrying you.

But now I have nothing left, and I will fight with all my might.

Go ahead! Defeat the enemy!

Guardian Pope Mansell!

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Avi: Hmph, hmph......

The happy days are now getting closer!

Guys who worship boring gods.

Pray for the impossible miracle!

Go ahead!

Knights of the Demon King!

Take Pope Mansell's head and capture the [Holy Stone]!

Hum Hum Hum ............ Mansell ......

Now is the time to get revenge on you......

Just curse me in front of the Demon King, this is the retribution for you expelling me from the door back then!

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Erec: Leon......

You think about everyone at all times.

I'm sorry, Leone.

I can't save you.

But I know what you want.

So, you're in for a treat.

Leone......

I will definitely defeat the Demon King.

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Iverem: Leon is a good friend of mine.

No matter what happens, it won't change.

So, I won't be lost anymore.

Ephrem: Leon ......

As your friend, I'm going to bring you down!

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Mansell: Light ......

Engulfed by darkness......

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Avi: Hmph, hmph......

There is only one [Holy Stone] left.

If even it destroys, the world will be shrouded in darkness......

Scared? Fear?

Hum Hum Hum ......

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Avi: Hmph, hmph......

No, no.

I haven't been so excited in a long time.

It's time to take a step back.

You will chase me

Let's go to the Sea of Dark Trees......

Lord Demon King......

It's waiting for you......

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Rachel: Look!

We've won!

Erec: yes, it looks like we've repelled them.

Everyone else is okay, right?

Rachel: Arek, have you found your answer?

Erec: Yes.

Thank you, Rachel is so much thanks to you.

Rachel: No, nothing...... You're welcome.

Alright, let's go get the [Holy Stone].

If something happens, it's a big deal.

Erec: Rachel?

Why is your face red?

Uncomfortable?

Rachel: No, nothing!

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Ivrem: It's finally done.

Tana: Everem!

That's great.

You look in good spirits.

Iverem: Ah, Tana, thank you.

Thanks to you.

Tana: Nothing.

It's just that Iverem has turned back to his former Iverem......

I'm really happy.

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Rachel: Look!

We've won!

Iverem: Ah, we're victorious.

Rachel: Iverem, have you found your answer?

Iverem: Ah.

Thank you, Rachel.

Thank you so much.

Rachel: No, nothing...... You're welcome.

Alright, let's go get the [Holy Stone].

If something happens, it's a big deal.

Iverem: Rachel?

Why is your face red?

Is there something uncomfortable?

Rachel: No, nothing!

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Rachel: Look!

We've won!

Iverem: Ah, we're victorious.

Rachel: Ivreem, are you alright?

Iverem: yes.

Thank you, Rachel.

Rachel: Alright, let's go get the Sacred Stone.

If something happens, it's a big deal.

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Rachel: This is the Sacred Stone that we have been in Roston for generations......

Its brilliance is so much in line with me.

Iverim: This is the last remaining Sacred Stone in the world......

Rachel: Yes. Well, now it's finally time to battle the Demon King.

Erec: Let's go.

Before the number of monsters has surged......

Mel: Okay.

We still have to hurry......

That feeling......

It's getting stronger......

Iverem: Where is the location?

Mel: Sea of Dark Trees......

The place where the Demon King perished in the past......

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Mansell: Rachel.

Are you leaving?

You've come back from a long journey......

Rachel: Eradicating evil is my holy princess's duty.

Mansell: Well, that's good.

But......

Rachel: Don't worry, Your Highness.

I'm not alone.

I have so many companions.

Mansell: Really......

Looks like you're being taken care of by your friends, Rachel.

Rachel: Of course, Your Highness Uncle.

Anyway, they're all my friends.

Rachel: Well, then, my Royal Highness, I'm leaving.

I'll be back when the evil is eradicated.

Mansell: Wait a minute!

Don't go in such a hurry!

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After the battle, more than half of the armored troops survived

[Character on the right]: I have something for your commander, Princess Ereco.

Erec: For me?

[Character on the right]: Yes, Princess Erekor

Please accept this weapon.

Erec: This is ......

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[Character on the right]: I have something for your commander, Prince Everem.

Ephrem: Give me ......?

[Character on the right]: Well, Prince Iverem, please take this weapon.

Iverem: It's ......

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Rachel: Ah, that's not ......

Roston's "Double Hallows"?

[Character on the right side of the screen]: Well, that's good.

This is the equipment used by our ancestor Priest Ratna, Roston.

This is one of the [Double Hallows]......

[Radiant Ivaldy].

There is also this [Double Hallows] [Holy Scepter Ratna] that is paired with it.

And this is for your military money.

Don't neglect your preparation before you go.

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Rachel: Ah, this is the Ratna-sama equipment I've always dreamed of.

But can I really take it?

Mansell: Indeed, because it is a matter of inheriting our Holy Church.

Therefore, it is strictly forbidden to take it out......

But now that the world is facing a crisis, there is no such thing.

Rachel: Your Highness Uncle.

Mansell: When you're done, you can bring them back to the temple.

Mansell: Princess Erekor.

It's up to you.

Erec: Yes...... I assure you that Rachel and others will come back safely.

Rachel: The Sea of Dark Trees is the realm of demons......

I heard that none of the people who went in came out.

It's better to buy something in town before you go.

Erec: Alright, let's go when we're ready!

So that everyone can come back alive......

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Rachel: Ah, this is the Ratna-sama equipment I've always dreamed of.

But can I really take it?

Mansell: Indeed, because it is a matter of inheriting our Holy Church.

Therefore, it is strictly forbidden to take it out......

But now that the world is facing a crisis, there is no such thing.

Rachel: Your Highness Uncle.

Mansell: When you're done, you can bring them back to the temple.

Mansell: Prince Iverem.

It's up to you.

Iverem: Definitely......

Rachel: The Sea of Dark Trees is the realm of demons......

I heard that none of the people who went in came out.

It's better to buy something in town before you go.

Ivrem: Okay, it's better to buy more equipment.

We'll all be back safe.

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Soldier (Green): Princess Rachel!

Rachel: Ah, you have finally held the palace in such a harsh battle.

Worthy of our paladin in Roston.

It's outstanding.

Soldier (Green): Yes!

Thanks for the compliment!

Princess Ereko, please accept this sword before you go.

Please come back safely!

Erec: Thank you.

I will certainly live up to everyone's expectations of me.

Rachel: As long as there is justice in our hearts, we will not lose!

Your Royal Highness Uncle will ask you.

Soldier (Green): Yes!

In the name of justice and order!

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Soldier (Green): Princess Rachel!

Rachel: Ah, you have finally held the palace in such a harsh battle.

Worthy of our paladin in Roston.

It's outstanding.

Soldier (Green): Yes!

Thanks for the compliment!

Prince Iverem, please accept this sword before you go.

Please come back safely!

Iverem: yes, I understand.

I will certainly live up to everyone's expectations of me.

Rachel: As long as there is justice in our hearts, we will not lose!

Your Royal Highness Uncle will ask you.

Soldier (Green): Yes!

In the name of justice and order!