Julius wants to see my charm?
Julius wants to see my charm?
Julius wants to see my feminine charm?!
These phrases repeated in Yana's mind.
Harris saw her excited state at this moment and covered his face, unable to look directly. He wasn't secretly laughing, he just couldn't help it, because he knew Julius's recent words definitely didn't mean that. But he also knew that Yana would definitely misinterpret Julius's words through her own imagination. Although he had known this for a long time, seeing it actually happen still felt very interesting.
Julius also belatedly realized, noticing from Yana's state that what he had just said was inappropriate. However, everyone was well aware of Yana's feelings, and he also knew of her admiration for him. At the same time, he certainly liked Yana himself, but due to his position as the Hero, he couldn't accept this affection.
After all, as the Hero, he had to face the Demon King, and as the Hero, he definitely had to do something. He wanted to be a banner symbolizing justice. He wanted to tell the entire continent that as long as Hero Julius existed, justice would never disappear. Even if he knew this idea of his was very arrogant and unrealistic, this continent and the Human Race needed his justice, so as the Hero, he could only do this.
Julius always had a feeling.
A feeling that he might die soon.
This feeling did not alleviate as he grew older and stronger; instead, the stronger he became and the more he experienced, the clearer the feeling of possibly dying at any moment became. Now, he could even understand that this was the pressure brought by the unseen Demon King, which meant that this Demon King was much stronger than him, the Hero. That's why he had this premonition, but this was also a mission he, as the Hero, had to fulfill. If the Demon King were to start a war, then he could only become the Demon King's opponent.
This was not just the Hero's mission.
It was also the Hero's responsibility.
Seeing Yana misunderstand the meaning of his words.
Although Julius felt it was inappropriate, after thinking it over, he felt that it might actually be for the best. He couldn't deceive himself; he did have feelings for Yana. So this matter couldn't be delayed any longer. Perhaps he should confess his thoughts to Yana, tell her that as the Hero, he couldn't guarantee her a happy marriage, and that he wasn't the most suitable person for her. A good woman like Yana should have a
happy marriage.
At this moment, Yana had already approached that girl.
Looking from their side.
The girl's wariness was still very deep.
Since Yana could be chosen as a Saintess, although it was partly due to accommodating the current Hero's personality, Yana's inherent abilities as a Saintess were quite excellent, and her affinity score was naturally high. Except for being uncomfortable at banquets between royalty and nobles, Yana could basically handle any situation and was very popular among soldiers and children. She never expected to be frustrated today by a mere girl.
"Looks like it's not going very well."
Harris was still making sarcastic remarks from the side.
However, Julius knew that his friend was occasionally sharp-tongued, but he was a very reliable person in critical moments. Moreover, Harris knew what could be said and what couldn't, and he would never truly say hurtful things. Having grown up playing together since childhood, Julius knew this better than anyone.
Julius asked, "What do you think?"
"Are you referring to that child's unusual strength and wariness?" Harris squinted, lowered his voice, and continued seriously, "Remember what we heard before, about a village nearby being destroyed by bandits from who-knows-where? But there's also a rumor circulating in the city that a noble in the city took a fancy to a girl, and the villagers didn't keep their promise to bring the girl to the noble on the day of the transaction, which is why the village was wiped out by bandits from who-knows-where."
Julius's expression was serious.
"Are you saying she's the girl rumored to be targeted by the noble?"
"Uncle Giskan, what do you think?"
"Hmm. Even so, I can hardly imagine a village child possessing such superb magical skill. Although I'm not very clear about Archmages, judging from Miss Yana's situation, the feeling that little girl gave me when she just cast magic was very similar to yours, Julius."
Giskan was the oldest Adventurer in the Hero Squad. Because of his presence, the young members of the Hero's party could calmly face various unexpected situations. His point of view was also incisive, because if this girl was just a village child, it would be impossible for her to possess such high magical skill.
But Harris must have had his reasons for saying that.
So Julius looked at Harris again.
Harris smiled and gave his answer: "You'll know if you use Appraisal on her. She possesses the same skill as your genius younger brother and that genius Duke's daughter, plus, considering the information publicly released by that genius Imperial Prince from the Ancient Zhantuo Empire, these people all seem to be born with very high ability values and skill points. For such a genius to master magic without a teacher isn't an entirely impossible thing, is it?"
Julius said with dissatisfaction, "It's very impolite to use Appraisal without someone else's permission."
"I know, I'll reflect on it."
Harris knew he would be reprimanded by Julius long before he threw out that piece of information.
Julius shook his head.
He knew Harris wouldn't truly take it to heart.
But Harris did this for him, so the responsibility should fall on him. He should apologize to that girl properly later.
"I'll apologize."
Harris seemed to have seen through Julius's thoughts.
Julius said seriously, "I'm the captain, so I'll apologize with you."
"..." Harris just felt that Julius was truly too kind.
Giskan watched them with a chuckle from the side.
It was precisely because the Hero was such a person that he wanted to follow him.
At this moment, Yana walked back with her head down.
It seemed she hadn't completed her task.
"How was it, Saintess-sama personally took action?"
"Shut up! I failed..."
"Don't summarize it so simply. First, tell us what you talked about."
Only then did Harris reveal his true intention.
Julius was stunned.
So Harris had been provoking Yana earlier.
Was it to make Yana go ahead and scout for information?
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