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Frieren, or my disciples.
When dealing with the Demon, please keep the following points in mind.
Point one: The Demon is not to be trusted.
Point two: The Demon's strength is formidable.
Point three: The Demon is not invincible.
Point four: The Demon is incommunicable.
Point five: The Demon is skilled at deception.
The sun shone brightly, but it didn't feel scorching.
It felt warm and pleasant on one's skin.
Even the usually stuffy air was uncommonly fresh today.
"What wonderful weather~"
People exclaimed.
The weather was indeed excellent; it was the best day the Granat region had seen in years since the fighting erupted.
However, after both residents and guards finished admiring the beautiful weather, their gazes were all directed towards the Count's mansion with anticipation.
After the Demon envoy entered the city yesterday, peace talks began today.
The Count's mansion reception hall.
Two exquisite sets of tables and chairs were placed here.
One chair was already occupied by a person.
Lugner sat quietly, his expression composed.
Beside him was a young Demon wearing overalls and with brown hair.
The youth's bangs covered his face, making him appear perpetually troubled.
"Not here yet..." he muttered.
The youth was growing impatient and grumbled.
"Granat, be patient."
Lugner lightly bit his index finger, his gaze calm.
"Exhaust the opponent's patience, making them reveal a weakness."
"This is a common human diplomatic tactic."
"Knock knock~"
A knocking sound rang out.
"Please come in."
A smile appeared at the corner of Lugner's mouth.
They're here.
However, Lugner was slightly taken aback when he saw the person entering the doorway.
The person who entered was a guard wearing heavy black iron armor, not Count Granat.
"Master Lugner, the Count asked me to bring you over."
"Tap tap tap—"
"Tap tap~"
Even footsteps echoed within the Count's mansion.
Walking down the long corridor, Lugner arrived at a bedroom.
The door was open, and two tall guards were standing post at the entrance.
What does this mean?
Lugner showed no change in expression, but his heart was secretly pondering Count Granat's intentions.
"Count, what is the meaning of this?"
Entering the room, Lugner saw Count Granat standing by the window, looking outside.
This was an exquisite bedroom, and one could faintly sense a bit of dust.
A portrait of a young man hung in the bedroom.
From childhood to adulthood, although the portraits on the wall stopped when he was still a young man.
The youth's head looked somewhat familiar.
Lugner thought quietly.
"Esteemed Lugner..."
"This is my son's room."
Count Granat's expression was calm, as if he had already made up his mind.
The guards holding swords and knives also subtly showed a tendency to move forward and surround them.
Count Granat's son's room?
Lugner didn't speak.
He noticed the guards' small movements but still maintained his composure.
However, Lugner noticed that Granat beside him seemed a little uneasy.
His restless demeanor made Lugner very displeased.
So Lugner glanced at Granat, who finally settled down upon seeing Lugner's icy gaze.
"The Count's son seems as excellent as you."
Seeing that the Count remained silent for a long time, Lugner took the initiative to praise him.
"Yes, he was a very excellent child."
Count Granat nodded gently and slowly walked under the portrait wall.
There was a treasure sword displayed on an exquisite wooden stand.
The treasure sword was inlaid with precious gems.
Count Granat gently picked up the treasure sword.
"Screech—!"
The unique sound of a treasure sword being unsheathed rang out.
Immediately following were six more sounds of sharp swords being unsheathed!
"Count, what is the meaning of this?"
Granat assumed a fighting stance, but was stopped by Lugner.
Lugner calmly asked after glancing around indifferently.
He didn't sense killing intent.
Or rather, he did sense killing intent, but not from the guards.
There was only one person with killing intent, from beginning to end.
That was—Count Granat.
"This is the treasure sword bestowed upon him by His Majesty during the imperial martial arts competition..."
Granat spoke to himself, his eyes on the treasure sword filled with tenderness.
But when Count Granat's gaze shifted from the treasure sword to Lugner, that tenderness turned into absolute coldness.
He wants to kill me.
Lugner's heart was clear as a mirror.
"May I ask where your esteemed son is now?"
Lugner also couldn't help but feel nervous, but this nervousness was more about whether the plan would fail.
"He died in the battle against you Demon!"
Count Granat's eyes sharpened!
Suddenly, he swung the treasure sword in his hand and fiercely slashed towards Lugner!
The sound of air being cut rang out!
This sword strike was powerful and heavy!
However, the sword stopped just before Lugner's face.
"Lugner!"
"Are you ready to face the wrath of my vengeance!"
Count Granat, this resolute and steady man, roared loudly at this moment.
His eyes were almost spitting fire!
"Kill them!"
The order to kill on the spot rang out, and sure enough, the guards merely surrounded them but did not move at all.
A faint smile rose at the corner of Lugner's mouth.
Humans are simply too easy to understand.
"This room is very well-maintained..."
"It retains its furnishings while avoiding dilapidation from disuse."
"!"
Count Granat's hand holding the treasure sword trembled slightly.
Hmph...
"My father also died in this war, and I have also properly maintained his room as it was."
Lugner said in a deep voice.
"Count Granat..."
"Regarding the loss of a father..."
"I am equally heartbroken."
"But more than seeking revenge on you, I wish to seek revenge on this war. I hate this war."
Ah!
The treasure sword in Count Granat's hand was almost about to fall to the ground because of his trembling grip.
His pupils widened in disbelief.
So simple.
Lugner felt bored internally, but his expression remained unchanged.
"Let's end this here, Count Granat..."
"Please don't let the flames of war ignite again, causing meaningless bloodshed and casualties on both sides."
"I don't want more fathers to lose their children, nor do I want children like me to lose their fathers..."
"Such tragedies are something I do not wish to see."
Lugner spoke sincerely, a faint smile appearing on his face.
He even gently raised his hand and moved away the treasure sword that Count Granat had held in front of him.
"My purpose in coming is for this..."
"Let peace descend upon this land once more, Count Granat."
"Please give us a chance to choose peace!"
"Lugner."
Count Granat lowered his head, his expression unclear.
But it was likely extremely grim.
"Take the envoys to the guest rooms to rest. I will consider it further."
Count Granat turned to face the wall with the portrait, took a deep breath, and said through clenched teeth.
Peace...
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