Chapter 278 (Self Edited) Investigating the Holy City

Alright, lets continue with the date! (Hildegard)

Hildegard suddenly said such a thing about two hours after they finished eating breakfast.

Soma glanced at Hildegard for a moment, but immediately returned his gaze forward. She covered her mouth to stop the words coming out.

Is that so? I dont know when or with whom you want to date, good luck, alright. (Soma)

I have decided to do it with you! Or rather, it was yesterday that we! (Hildegard)

Those words came into mind. Having a thought of Aah, I see, she meant that continuing to explore the Holy City. He thought that he had to do it someday, but

If you dont use proper words, the intention cant be transmitted, you know? (Soma)

Stop with that fair argument! It doesnt matter what you think of me! (Hildegard)

I have no objection to that, but Im saying that it doesnt make sense. (Soma)

Waa, waa, I cant hear you! (Hildegard)

He sighed, looking at her holding the ears and screaming like a child. He wasnt sure if it was five years ago, but now, she was fine, but she was just an adult woman. At the very least, he would like her to say and act according to her appearance.

I dont want to be told only by you when it comes to behavior. (Hildegard)

Hmm? Why is that? Im doing things according to what I say, right? (Soma)

Tell me which mouth says that again. Anyhow, what are you going to do? (Hildegard)

Hmm well. (Soma)

To be honest, that wasnt a bad proposal.

Given the free time, Soma decided to do the first thing and that was to find out anything useful in the given books. Although he had no spare time, it would be nothing but a fool if he waited for information to be given naturally. The range of the investigation that he could reach should be investigated in advance, and that was the reason.

However, he had been looking for useful information for the past two hours, but he couldnt find any information that seemed to be more useful that he expected. Although he was reading it simply, he wouldnt overlook if something that seemed to be useful was written. In other words, there was no important written.

However, it was natural in a sense. The book given to Soma was originally sought only for himself. In short, it was all about Divine Arts and Magic, so there was nothing written that would be useful in this case.

There were many things that he hadnt read yet, but Soma wouldnt read the books in this current situation. That was why he was thinking about doing something else.

Well, its just right, so I wonder if Ill go for a change of pace. (Soma)

O-ooh? So, are we really going? (Hildegard)

Why are you having a doubt even though I said it? (Soma)

Th-thats not it! However, I dont expect youre going even though you said that well, thats fine! Were going! (Hildegard)

He sighed at Hildegard, who seemed to be strangely motivated while still feeling suspicious. He didnt really intend to go to the Holy City, but did he remember that area? Well, if he forgot, all he had to do was to look at the places all over town

When she stood up vigorously and quickly headed to the floor, Soma shrugged his shoulders. After rearranging the book he was reading, he followed her.

It was natural, but it seemed that the Holy City wasnt much different from what he saw yesterday.

However, considering that the Devil possession appeared here yesterday, it seemed good to have this kind of atmosphere. The lack of the anxious feelings probably meant that Eleonora and others did their best.

Well, does that mean nothing has changed? (Soma)

Hmm? What do you mean? (Hildegard)

Its a bit about most people dont know, but its getting worse than yesterday. (Soma)

Aah Surely, youll see more Paladins than yesterday. Its not noticeable because they are dispersing to the extent that it doesnt look unnatural. It looks like they are trying to hide their presence as much as possible. (Hildegard)

It was true that the Devil possession had appeared in the city even though there was no damage to the surroundings, and it wasnt known to the residents. Then, it was natural to strengthen the vigilance that there might be another occurrence.

After all, they were called Paladins as they hadnt neglected to prepare for that. It was said that the Devil possession appeared about once a month, but it was no wonder that unprecedented things happened at this time.

But if the same thing really happens again, I feel like Ingrid will react in some way, but as expected, isnt it boorish to say that? (Soma)

Well, she is probably aware of that. You dont know about her skills, but based on the experience, it seems that you know that you can trust Ingrids intuition. And even if you dont know her well, you know that its fine since theres Eleonora. Well, I should think you know that. (Hildegard)

Hmm yes, but that is that. Is it more reliable than pride as a knight? In fact, not everything can be predicted, right? (Soma)

At least, she needs to be involved, and its not something clearly stated. Even if her intuition is activated, she may overlook it while doing something else, and its even more especially because youre here now. (Hildegard)

Hmm? How is it related to me? (Soma)

Just as it was yesterday, you will most likely do something whenever it happens. Perhaps, her intuition should work stronger. (Hildegard)

Hmm I know that, but its not omnipotent. (Soma)

While talking about such things, they walked around the Holy City as they did yesterday.

But it wasnt exactly the same since they had a different purpose than yesterday. Yesterday was just an interest-oriented walk but today was an investigation.

Today was to find out what was happening.

It was necessary to do that because of what they heard from Ingrid. The Devil possession couldnt originally appear in the Holy City. Moreover, it was directly confirmed by Eleonora.

This was synonymous with Satyas word. What G.o.d had told them was absolute, and there must be some basis.

At the time when G.o.d was manifesting, it wouldnt be strange if something like that happened. Therefore, the problem was that the Devil was able to appear here in spite of that.

The reason might have already been investigated and known by Eleonora and her group. However, it should make sense for Soma and Hildegard to investigate.

That was all about, and they had a reason why they didnt ask them. This was because it was easy to get in the way if there was an unnecessary preconception. It was more meaningful to investigate without knowing anything.

Anyhow

Hmm I cant find anything. (Soma)

Well, it is probably because were looking vaguely. Its not easy to find it in the first place. Besides, it has already been a day. It wont disappear because its something, but its fading. Moreover, its a fact that it cant be explained by itself. (Hildegard)

Thats what it is, isnt it? (Soma)

He couldnt find anything when he looked for it. It didnt make any sense.

A Devil appeared at the place that was under G.o.ds protection. As Hildegard said, the trace couldnt disappear easily.

If there really was something like not being found

Oh my? Arent you guys (I?????)

They turned toward the familiar voice. What was reflected in the field of view was a familiar figure, and it was undoubtedly Ingrid who had a surprised expression on her face.

But Soma wasnt too surprised because he somehow felt that way. A person who drew conclusions by intuition rather than reasoning for clues that couldnt be found. There was only one conclusion that could be drawn by combining the two facts.

That was

I see, trouble is coming. (Soma)

Some exhaled as he muttered.