Chapter 168 - Worst Problem, Worst Conclusion

I asked without hesitation. It would be better to ask this directly.

Is it related to me now?

Four years ago, when I met him.

There may be many other things besides my involvement, but there must be a reason why Jaire pointed out that it was 4 years ago.

The Jaire I knew was not an easy-going person.

Look at what he did with that good face four years ago in Kambrakan.

At that time too, he made me go to the dungeon at dawn with such a smile.

Haha, theres nothing to be vigilant about. Miss.

Instead of answering him, a strange word flowed out. Jaire waved his hands at me.

As if he was trying to break boundaries.

But I did not fall for it.

You didnt answer. May I ask you one more time?

Hmm. Really, youre a girl who seems like youre going to let it go, but dont let any gaps.

Is it because Ricdorian is asleep? His tone softened a little.

Just like the day we had a comfortable conversation in the cell. I didnt care if he was or not.

So its my fault?

Jaire stared at me for a moment.

The Miss fault

A brief but playful smile faded from his face. With good-looking eyes, the seriousness was vivid.

Well, to be honest, I dont know.

I frowned.

You dont know?

No, you have to make it clear, whether its yes or no. What do you mean you dont know? The answer that stayed in the gray area felt strange.

There are so many suspicious factors since four years ago that I cant even guess what it is. Miss.

Many?

Yes. I thought the Miss was one of the factors, but I dont know if its entirely your fault.

The words that seemed to catch a floating cloud made me feel more distant.

What is it? What is that factor? Dont be vague, talk about it properly.

I dont know, Im a person who knows nothing but direct fastballs. Face it directly or completely avoid it.

Theres nothing good about being ambiguous.

I didnt want to say it again.

I explained this to the Miss four years ago. His Excellencys beast-like appearance you saw in the cell is like a curse that is passed down from generation to generation.

Yes.

He never explained it in detail, but he did say that. I even knew what Jaire didnt explain.

His Excellency is strangely born with that curse particularly strong.

I remembered the guardian deity sleeping inside me.

.This is probably due to the loss of Pudding.

Anyway, in order to lift this curse, that is, to unify the personality, three things were necessary.

Three things

Jaire said let me explain, and spread his three fingers.

First, a strong body capable of withstanding the consciousness ahead of awakening.

I thought of the time when Ricdorian met the female lead. It was definitely after he became an adult.

Second, to unravel the constraint given from birth.

Jaire tapped his neck with his index and middle fingers. I nodded when asked if I remembered what was around Ricdorians neck.

Thirdly, the existence of a companion.

Jaires finger now had only one index finger left.

Third? Companion?

It was a little strange.

Ah, this part must be unfamiliar.

Jaire continued to explain the companion, perhaps because I didnt understand it.

Of course, there was no way I didnt know anything about the companion.

How can I not know? It was the key between the female lead and the male lead.

thats why its a soul-contracted relationship between lovers. Its a lifelong existence.

Ah yes.

Jaires explanation was a bit strange.

Why was he explaining the restraints and companions separately?

Arent these two concepts tied together?

In the book, Francia unties the restraint device that Ricdorian had been wearing since birth.

And she later explained that she was able to release the restraint because she was his companion.

But now Jaires explanation is..

In his case, this is where the problem arises.

Jaires face grew serious.

Whats wrong?

As his body grew, he had a strong body that could withstand the awakening. And I used magic to calm down even his unusually strong power. thanks to the Miss.

I put the question on hold and focused on him.

And the day has come. The person who appeared in the dungeon, who helped remove the restraint.

. its Francia

As in the original story, it must be when the two met in Kambrakam. So now Ricdorian would have become the Grand Duke.

Whats wrong with this?

The problem is here, here the worst problems arise.

I took a breath.

The main character of this story, Ricdorian, was still silently asleep.

The worst thing is that the companion and the person who released the restraint are different.

I flinched my hand.

I hoped that Ricdorian would not wake up from my trembling. I glanced at him, then shifted my gaze.

different.

Literally.

Jaire didnt explain further.

He must have thought that it was a fact that I could know enough without explaining it.

As Jaire thought, I felt things he didnt say.

Enough to feel no more.

What conclusions would you draw from this?

..

The curse is always lifted when the conditions are met. A strong body, a person who loosens the restraint and a companion must be consistent.

I licked my lips.

The worst problem. Worst conclusion.

Even though he spoke in a voice that wasnt cold at all, I felt as cold as an ice cube.

No one expected it. The fact that the person who released the restraint device and the companion will be different people.

Jaire laughed bitterly.

Haha Another problem is that its hard to find examples like this even throughout a thousand years of history.

He gently rubbed his face with the hem of his sleeve. He seemed to be trying to calm himself.

From the outside, it doesnt seem like much of a problem. But the occasional impulsive appearance puts him in a dangerous situation

He let out a long breath.

Hes strong, but he cant always be as safe as his enemy.

Enemy, instead of putting Domulit in his mouth, he said enemy. He doesnt have to be so considerate.

Some of the doubts were cleared by Jaires explanation. There was one thing that was still unresolved.

Im concerned that he will lose his reason once in a while and surrender to his impulses. Very concerned.

Didnt Pudding say Ricdorian needs it to complete the awakening?

Originally, there was no guardian deity that naturally existed in the body of the successor of the Red Rose. No companion was there either.

Nevertheless, the restraint was released and he became what he was now.

Is Ricdorians current state also unstable in power?

No. His Excellency has awakened. His strength is a complete Red Rose.

This was in line with what Pudding said.

That he awakened.

how is that possible?

Because His Excellency endured the hell-like side effects and somehow managed to make it through.

Jaire said quietly. But his voice was not serene.

Hell-like side effects?

If it was in the past, I would have passed it over. I wouldnt have bothered to listen.

But nevertheless I asked.

That..

Jaire flapped his lips. He stopped trying to speak his words.

Haa, its something you should listen from His Excellency. Its not something Im going to tell you.

Saying that, Jaire had a face that didnt seem likely to answer any more questions.

I gave up neatly and asked for something else.

Its a bit of an odd question, but the person who loosened the restraint. Ricdorian is not in love with that person, right?

There was certainty in my words. Maybe thats why, even though it was an odd question, he replied while tilting his head.

Of course, isnt that obvious?

On that face that seemed absurd as what kind of question this is, I covered it with a smile.

Oh, as expected.

I guessed it from Ricdorians condition. The relationship between the two main characters in the original story seems to be different from what I know.

Because I didnt think this guy was the kind of person who would fall in love with two people at once.

So companion.

Uh, um

I wiped my cheek.

It sounds like he was saying its me by elimination method.

But soon a smile leaks out.

Is there any way to get out?

Im the only candidate and there is no other choice.

Maybe I like this helpless beast. Without a second thought, I wanted to slap the nose of this big, puppy-like beast that was sleeping without a care.

Hoaam, human? Whats going on? There are strong emotions. Nyang.

You woke up?

Just at the same time, Pudding that had been sleeping inside me had woken up.

You woke up well. Lets get one blow.

Nyang? Wh, what do you mean?

You cant hit someone whos sleeping so soundly. I made up my mind only after saying one nonsense.

After that, a calm exhalation escaped me.

Thats right, Jaire.

There is one more thing to check. No, this was an assumption.

Are you saying he doesnt bark anymore?

It doesnt seem like Ricdorian is barking like a dog anymore, given the context.

Yes, maybe. I havent seen anything like that in years.

Thats a relief.

If it were, it would have been difficult to go out in public. It didnt look like that.

It means two things.

In the end, what has been divided now seems to be, one whether there is reason, or two; whether it acts like an animal with only instinct left without reason.

If the companion reappears, is there any way to turn it around?

I held my breath for a moment and then asked.

A way to integrate the personality.

No.

Jaires answer was too firm.