Evan D. Sherden, An Encounter. (6)

After the eve of the festival, the Dungeon Festival finally began. One more day passed, and the second day of the festival was set to begin in the afternoon.

Evan was just laughing breathlessly at Arisha, who kept saying, Im Evans partner today, and Maybell had come to see him.

Renail is in Sherden, Master.

Oh, so thats what happened.

In fact, at a time when the world began to go against the Yo-Ma Great War 3s scenario, there was a good chance that Renail would not act according to the game.

There was a possibility of entering a dungeon other than the dungeon city, and there was also a possibility of her going to Pellati instead of Sherden among the three dungeon cities.

However, she had chosen Sherden, which was farther away, and in doing so crossed the border. Evan was able to take it very naturally, and he felt a little sorry for Arisha, but that was because Sherden had more to offer than Pellati.

Since I intervened, Sherden has transformed into an environment optimized for the lives and developments of explorers.

That makes me a little confused since I was born and raised in Pellati, and Pellati has much to offer as well.

Arishas lips were pouting, prompting a bitter smile from Evan.

Whats more, theres an environmental problem. Pellati is much more difficult for explorers with its underwater environment. Of all people, Renail is a land-attribute wizard.

Yes, land properties

At the mere mention of it, Arisha seemed to be convinced. The Dungeon Knights also had a wizard who used the magic of the earth, and that was Paul of the junior group.

As a result, she knew quite well about the magical properties of the earth type. It didnt work in the water, but in the Sherden Dungeon, which was surrounded by stones and dirt on all sides

You can use topography to kill monsters and dig traps in many ways.

Im sure thats true, but I was wondering about the kind of woman Renail is, since you took the effort of eyeing her out.

Same old.Oh.

Evan tilted his head at Arishas voice, who seemed to be in pain, and soon realized this.

So, you had a similar thought like Maybell?

Oh, no. I just thought that even if you had pure intentions, she might get other ideas once she meets you.

Arisha answered, looking away from Evans eyes. But her 3333 worries were futile. In the first place, Evan didnt really think about coming face to face with Renail.

Renail was a great woman who might connect with the main character, and what if he met her and met the main character head-on?

Evan just wanted to support the main character, but he didnt want to get involved with him!

Lets put the watch on her, Maybell. Do you remember everything I ordered?

Of course, sir. Ill report anything special right away.

Maybell bowed politely and walked away. It was different from the previous days drinking. Indeed, these days, Maybell has been at a loss. When Evan told Arisha that, she thought for a moment and replied.

I feel like Im restraining myself, and so is Maybell.

Do you finally know how to be considerate of my identity and position?

More than that There are times we all want to act on our desires and impulses, but we know we have to be careful with those moments and be patient at other times.

Did you plan this with Shine?

That was exactly the same context as what Evan heard from Shine the other day! Just listening to her, it felt like there was some kind of demon on Maybell, because Maybell would never consider such a thing before.

Should we hold a purification ceremony? Let me just tell Raihan Evan was thinking such nonsense when he heard the door open downstairs, and there was a little commotion.

Entrance?

Someones here again. Oh I guess its Princess Anastasia.

Anastasia was not just any guest. Evan himself got up and headed to the first floor with Arisha.

Count Evan! I mean, Leader of Astray. Long time no see.

As expected, there stood a mature beauty with long, soft, and wavy hair and brilliant purple eyes like Evan.

Long time no see, princess.

Hehe. Ive already sent you a letter that Ill be staying a little longer this time. Please take good care of me.

Haha.

Actually, it hadnt been that long. Except for when he was catching the Kraken, Anastasia often came to the dungeon city to see if Evan complied with having Shine go on an irregular business trip.

And that wasnt satisfying enough for Anastasia, so she decided to stay a bit longer this time. Evan was so nervous that he thought about the love story he had heard from Shine the previous day while drinking and that they might be having a real baby soon.

May I take you to the drawing-room?

No, lets just talk in the lobby. Im planning to go out with Shine soon.

I see.

Evan nodded when he heard it and stared at Shine. Shine then replied with a small sigh.

Uhm Arisha is also an honorary member. Todays patrol team is Arisha and me

Then. You were in the same group as Louise, right? Well have to organize a group separately.

Louise? That sounds like a girls name!

Shes

Arisha.

Oh-ho, did she not hear about Louise in advance? When Evan smiled mischievously around his mouth, Shine quickly hit the ball.

Louise is from the territory of Merdin. And this time, she joined Astray as a disciple of Evan. Were in the same group, were just talking about the formation of a patrol team for this festival.

Hes so fast

It was the tone of a person who had already made quite an excuse. Evan, who wanted to play a light and pleasant trick, turned away with awkward whistles while conniving something against Shine.

Merdin? Was it something like that? Ive got a rough idea.

The weight of the name Merdin was too heavy to question in conjunction with Shines relationship. Anastasia sat on the couch in the lobby with a shameless look on her face.

Soon, Diona came with tea. Evan sat across from her, raising a teacup, coughing loudly.

I cant believe youre leaving soon. Lets keep it short. Are you serious about staying in Sherden for a long time?

Yes, thats what Evan always said. Important things are going to happen in Sherden. I dont intend to leave my loved one in this dangerous place while Im alone in the safe countryside.

Of course.

Her motivation to take such direct and bold action was apparently due to Evans foresight and not anything else.

Evan understood. He himself knew best that his actions and words weighed heavily. Of course, he didnt mean to denounce her behavior for being so rash.

It was true that there was no need to worry about the land for now because the Brotherhood Corporation was already deeply located in the Menaton Land, and witches were currently staying in Menaton, as well.

However, its not very good for the succession of the duchess

I dont want to break the agreement with Count Evan. My brother is in no position to look elsewhere, especially because of the last Ocean party.

Ah.

Come to think of it, that had happened.

No one thought Matthews clothes would have been a catalyst for Kraken, but the Kraken that appeared on the sea was indeed particularly obsessed with Matthew.

Everyone on board saw the scene clearly, and Matthew had to take the unpleasant stigma even though he was not at fault. There were even those who thought he was possessed by the Demon Kingss power!

He seems to be trying everywhere to make up for the stigma, but it doesnt seem easy. Even those who swore allegiance to my brother are being alienated.

So why was he wearing that?

Evan might have sympathized with Matthew if he had a good relationship. In fact, in this case, he rarely did anything wrong!

If there was anything wrong with him, he just had a hopeless sense of choosing clothes!

Thanks to my brothers stupidity, Ive got my freedom to move here and there. Master Evan is concerned that my actions may alienate the Duchy, but I dont know. I am confident that the Menaton Land will succeed the Duchy without too much strain if it is run smoothly.

Furthermore, Anastasia added, Really, if the great things that Master Evan said in Sherden happens, I can expect my name to rise just by helping out.

Anastasia talked about things that Evan never thought of. She was fully receptive to Evans words and coordinated accordingly for the future. Evan grinned and answered, Whoo, Princess Anastasia hasnt been playing all these years.

I just rolled my head in many ways to be with Shine.

Anastasia has indeed changed a lot, including showing her self-interest proudly. Did love change her? Evan nodded his head, not hiding his cheerful heart.

Okay. Princess Anastasia is an honorary member of Astray while staying in Sherden.

Im here to be with Shine. For that, Ill use all the power I have, for the whole dungeon city.

Thats all we need. Im excited to see what unfolds then, Lady Anastasia.

I am too, sir.

Anastasia and Evan exchanged names and shook hands briefly.

Well then. Shine, lets go see the festival.

No, wait, wait. I need to get back to the group. Hold on!

As soon as she really finished talking, she jumped up, forced Shines arm in her arms, and went out.

Uh Master, that person? She was a very beautiful woman

Because she had only heard Anastasias name and showed hostility, Louise, who had been hiding until now, appeared and asked Evan. Evan replied with a bitter smile.

She is Shines girlfriend. And from now on, an Astray member. Be polite to her.

Theres more to be said than that.

If youve heard all the other information, youll know. You dont have to put your head into the succession fight of the Duchy of Leonine, do you?

Indeed, he left Arisha, who nodded with a sulky look, and Evan told Louise, who still had a look of uncertainty as to what was going on.

Now thats the case, Ill have to change your team Dont make that face. Ill organize it with someone I can trust.

A candidate was a patrol group of three women who had not become partners with Evan.

Belois, Serena, and Mirole. The three were among the particularly strong members of the Order. There were definitely too many in the group when there were four, so he was going to split them in two.

Hmm. Alright. Mirole and Rey are in the same group, Lua and Louise are in the other. You dont have any complaints, right?

Ms. Belois? Uhh..

In fact, if Louise had to choose from the three, Serena would have been better because of Belois usual words and actions. She was scared to know what the other girl was thinking.

Lua is stronger than Shine in terms of magic. Dont worry too much.

No, I wasnt worried about it

Okay, when were all set, shall we start patrolling?

Oh, no, sir, its Ahhhh.

Louise couldnt bear to say no to Belois. Belois, who had come close, was looking at her still, blinking her bright red eyes.

Then I look forward to your kind cooperation.

Oh, Ahhh.

On the third day of patrol, Louise left the headquarters in despair. There was a damp breeze blowing in the sky.