Manga Born to Be King

　　Ah, it's just like-

　　Ais suddenly felt nostalgic, and Cam looked at her.

　　"Miss Ais...I feel that you are very similar to me."

　　"..."

　　"If this sentence makes you unhappy, I apologize to you. It's just an old man's nonsense. Please listen to it."

　　At this time, Ace found out.

　　Although it was set off by the setting sun, Kam's face was much worse than when he first met two days ago.Ais was a little surprised, and Cam continued with a smile.

　　"I pray here... that sooner or later someone will fill your unhealed 'wounds'."

　　Without saying a word, Ais looked at the old man at dusk.This is what Cam, who is no longer alone, said.However, he still harbours the pain of losing his beloved.

　　Perhaps his prayer was just to keep Ais from being herself, or perhaps it was just a piece of advice.The silent Ais didn't know how to respond, she could only express her most direct feelings.

　　"Very, thank you."

Chapter 436

　　into the night.

　　The festival in Adas Village started successfully.

　　Around the bonfire burning in the center of the square, there are countless dishes all around, and the villagers toast together.The children couldn't wait for today, only to see them frolicking among the adults who were having a good time.There are various demi-humans in Adas village, and many of them are half demi-humans.

　　She has mixed feelings about the village.You must leave immediately before you get out of control.This is what Ais really thinks now.However, why exactly?

　　Ace has now regained her composure.But still feel uneasy.Through the conversation with Cam, her mood has calmed down a lot.But the state has not fully recovered.

　　"Ah, Lady Goddess!"

　　The villagers gathered before them.

　　Hestia was surrounded by men, women and children of Adas Village.Especially the little ones were very interested in her.Hestia was a little shocked at first, but immediately replied with a smile, "Thank you, everyone, [-]!"

　　At this moment, the singing sounded.

　　It turned out that the villagers played cheerful songs and applause.Unconsciously, countless couples of men and women danced around the bonfire.

　　"Is that, the dance in this village? It looks like there are many young children..."

　　"Ah, that... In fact, it's not a village practice... If an unmarried man invites you to dance, it's a confession. If a woman accepts, the two will become a couple, and over time, the convention has become... "

　　"Today is our harvest festival, Lord Goddess, please sing a song for us too!"

　　"Please pray for our harvest!"

　　After listening to their answers, Hestia was already eager to try, and the villagers prayed for the blessing of the goddess, Hestia cleared her throat.

　　"That, Xiaojun? It seems that I suddenly have to perform my duty as a god... So, um, how do I say it..."

　　Under the light of the bonfire, the goddess looked at him with some uneasiness.

　　"If you dance with me...the last time will be written off."

　　Hearing Hestia's words, the surrounding villagers cheered.Unconsciously, Ais watched their interaction closely.

　　Wait, what happened last time?What's up?

　　"I see...then let's dance."

　　"You are more formal. Just like when you and Mr. Warren... at the banquet of gods."

　　Ais was a little surprised when she heard the goddess's sudden name.Ais tilted her head slightly before she understood what the goddess meant.

　　Ais just stood there silently watching.Then, avoiding sight.

　　"Can I dance with you, Lady Goddess?"

　　"it is good!"

　　Hestia took Nangong Xiao's hand and ran to the bonfire.Sparks soared as the villagers applauded, as if to welcome them.

　　They interlaced their fingers and danced an impromptu country dance.Both were happy to drive.

　　"..."

　　At this time, Ais felt a little heartache.Ais thought it was all because of the dragon scales.Dark flames rose again in my heart, all because I remembered the past.

　　However, she suddenly realized.

　　(Ah... not right.)

　　Because I am lonely.Suddenly, Ais understood the emptiness in her heart.

　　(Lefia, Tiona, Tione...Riveria and the others are not here, I am the only one.)

　　These have nothing to do with monster scales.This made Ace a little at a loss.After learning the history of the village and listening to Kam's teachings, I always feel that I have lost my mind.

　　So, this is just a follow-up to everything.In the lively festival, only the emotionally disturbed Ais couldn't fit in.Ais, who still looks like a doll to this day, is the only foreign object.

　　At this moment, Ais is "alone".Ais recalled again the loneliness she and Riviria had experienced in the first year they met.

　　Even now the only person I can rely on is not around...

　　(I've come to the wrong place.)

　　Ais stayed away from the villagers, quietly leaned against a house, and turned into a small flower blooming in the corner.

　　People's laughter, flickering firelight.A human girl holding hands with her father, an orc bear child being scolded by her mother.What a warm sight it is.For Ace today, this is literally the world in the book

　　She hugged her cold body tightly under the eaves.

　　No one called Ace.It should be said that Ais took the initiative to hide her breath in order not to disturb the laughter of the group.

　　Because she is very good at hide and seek.Therefore, the "hero" does not find himself.

　　It was rare for Ais to have such self-abuse thoughts——

　　"Ace."

　　When she heard her name, Ais' heart beat violently.Ais paused casually before answering.

　　"Why would you..."

　　"You mean to say: why did you find me?"

　　Looking at Aisi's puzzled eyes, Nangong Xiao replied, "Don't forget, this is what I taught you."

　　"......"

　　"Can you tell me why you left?"

　　Although this is redundant...

　　"Everyone, looks happy..."

　　With the laughter of the villagers in front of her eyes, Ais said emotionally.At the same time, she hid her envy in the bottom of her heart.

　　Looking at the dazzling world that only appears in the book, Ais narrowed her eyes and said awkwardly.

　　"You dance well."

　　"Thank you."

　　"Well, very skilled."

　　"I have practiced before."

　　The conversation between the two came to an end.Why did she say that, Ais herself didn't know.Today's self may be really strange.

　　"Everyone, they look very happy... I always feel that I can't fit in. Also, no one dances with me."

　　- Are you a child?

　　Another girl in my heart said.

　　But, that's it.Ais lowered her eyes and retorted to her heart.

　　"Can you dance with me if you can?"

　　Ace opened her eyes.

　　Looking at Nangong Xiao's encouraging eyes, Ais timidly stretched out her hand.

　　Under his guidance, the two danced.

　　"Is there anything you can tell me."

　　Ais spoke hesitantly.

　　"I, am I, only one person... Knowing about this village... I started to be afraid..."

　　Ais herself is well aware of how simple and fragmented her explanation is.

　　"Aren't you afraid? Aren't you afraid of being left behind... Probably, an important existence suddenly disappeared from my eyes..."

　　At this moment, an old man who was in the same pain of loss as herself flashed in Ais' mind—Kam.

　　"Although your unforgettable past may be painful. But it has always lived in your heart. Isn't this the treasure left to you?"

　　"!"

　　"When you're sad, when you cry, you fall into memories. Then work hard and smile again... And when you're lost, it's the same, right?"

　　I thought so - that's what he meant.

　　Ace was silent.People can't be as strong as he says, they just keep getting hurt by the memories.

　　Everyone laughed and admired the dance of the two.Amidst the cheers of countless people, Ais was very surprised, and her loneliness completely disappeared.

　　Surrounded by countless smiles, the surprised Ais... also smiled slightly. .

Chapter 437

　　After the village festival, they gathered in the corner of the village.