The Infinite Journey of a Certain Flame

A young man with blue hair charged at them, brandishing a sword.

Judging by their posture, they're either preparing to kill someone or help kill monsters?

Considering the large population and simple, honest people in this area, Kiana felt that the former possibility was unlikely.

Of course, aside from this factor, Kiana can still be certain that she will not be attacked.

Why is this so?

The reason for this is ultimately due to this person's identity...

"Prince Xiu?"

That's right, the guy rushing over with a sword in hand is none other than a particularly famous member of the royal family within the human faction, the prince...

Shurein Sagang Yanared.

Good heavens, I just casually went out and bumped into a prince who came to my rescue?

However, Kiana was not happy at all at this moment.

Anyway, she felt she didn't need any prince to save her, so he...

What are you here for?

Why would such a young nobleman appear in this place?

Knowing full well the consequences if something happened to a prince, Kiana swung her sword without hesitation.

As flames erupted, the enemies who had escaped the labyrinth were engulfed and reduced to ashes...

"Wow! That's amazing!"

Seeing the monsters all perished, Prince Xiu, who had intended to come and help, froze...

...

"Sir, I can show you the way. Would you be willing to let me?"

"No need, I don't like strangers, especially men."

Although she admired the prince's attitude, Kiana refused without hesitation.

“Uh, no, Your Excellency, you misunderstand. I am not a stranger. I am the prince of your so-called kingdom. Have you forgotten? My name is Shurein Sagang Yanared.”

Upon hearing Shurein's introduction, Kiana suddenly realized that the inn she was staying at was located in the Kingdom of Anareid...

Hmm, so what do you mean? The prince who keeps sending people to inform him is him?

Just thinking about this made Kiana's fists harden.

"So he's a prince."

Kiana greeted her with a smile.

"Yes, it is."

Shurein seemed a little nervous, but his eyes were fixed on Kiana without blinking.

Kiana could sense a deep sense of admiration and expectation in those eyes.

At that moment, a question suddenly arose in her mind.

She didn't understand why this prince worshipped her so much.

And the answer to the question was revealed the next second...

"Sword Saint," Xiu Lei let out a long sigh, then looked at him earnestly, "I admire your strength and believe that only you can lead us to victory, so..."

Could you please...take me as your apprentice?

"Uh...you...what did you say?"

Kiana looked completely bewildered.

Is this prince out of his mind?

How long have I been in this world? And they're already coming to my door asking to be my apprentice?

It's amazing!

And what's even more outrageous is...

Isn't this prince just an average guy, completely unremarkable in every way? Where does he get the ambition to learn from me?

"I apologize for my abruptness, but... I truly hope you can guide me!"

Xiu Rein spoke with unwavering conviction, as if he had already made up his mind.

"Sorry, I'm not interested."

Kiana retorted without hesitation, "Besides, I can't teach you any skills either."

"what..."

Unexpectedly, his plea was met with such a response. Xiu Rein's mouth gaped slightly, his face filled with disappointment and heartache.

"You refused. Could you tell me why? Is it because of your princely birth?"

Upon hearing the word "origin," Kiana couldn't help but frown.

"Sorry, you're overthinking it. But since you've brought it up, let me reiterate: if you try to sow discord between me and the kingdom, you will surely suffer the consequences. I'm not a child, nor am I a fool, so you should understand, right?"

"...No, I didn't mean to threaten you, Lady Kiana. I—!"

"Enough, goodbye!"

Kiana didn't want to get entangled any longer, so she turned around and flew away without saying a word.

Watching her departing figure, Prince Xiu sighed with considerable disappointment.

Behind him came the voice of his friend, Kanadea Celie Janabaldo.

"Hey, Yamada."

Upon hearing someone call his name from his past life, Prince Xiu turned around and found an orange-haired girl staring intently at him.

She wore aristocratic attire identical to her own, a slight smile graced her pretty face, and she was tall, slender, and had fair skin. She looked beautiful and cute, but she also gave off a cold and aloof feeling, an aura that kept people at arm's length, which made Prince Xiu feel somewhat uncomfortable.

"Kadiya, what brings you here?"

"What, is it wrong for me to come to you?"

Kadia snorted, "Hmph, you bastard, you clearly got the information from that little nun, why did you keep it from me? I really want to see what the legendary Sword Saint is all about."

Xiu Rein's expression changed instantly, but he didn't say anything.

After all, in his eyes, although his companion always appeared cold and arrogant, her heart was not like that at all. She was just very clever and knew how to hide her true nature.

"Heh, Kadiya, stop teasing me."

Shurein's words made Kadia's cheeks blush slightly.

"Tch, what teasing? I was just expressing my dissatisfaction. Fine. Now that your apprenticeship has failed, you should come back with me, right?"

"Kardia said."

"that..."

Prince Xiu hesitated for a moment, then scratched the back of his head: "I don't think I've failed yet. If I can show my potential in front of her..."

Upon hearing this, Kadia immediately rolled her eyes.

potential?

What potential? The potential to cause trouble?

"Uh... I'm sorry you had to see something embarrassing, Oshima."

Since his friend directly called out his name from his past life, Prince Xiu returned the favor by calling out his friend's name from his past life as well.

"If you're scared, go back first. I'm determined to try again."

After saying this, Prince Xiu smiled and waved to his friend, then hurried towards the maze...

Your name is Spider...? (So what if I was reincarnated as a spider?): Chapter Six: The Nameless Dragon Slayer

What an idiot!

When she saw Prince Xiu rushing forward without regard for anything, Kadia stomped her feet in anger, but there was nothing she could do.

After all, she knew very well that although her partner was sometimes a bit dull and clumsy, he was not actually stupid and knew what she should do and what she should do.

Since that's the case, let him continue like this—or so I'd say!

Exploring a maze isn't some child's play game. You can't just go wherever you want and what if something happens?

"Huh? Wait, he's really going?!"

Thinking of this, Kadia immediately sped up and chased after them.

"Hey, Yamada. You stop right there! Don't wander off anymore, understand?"

Kadia called out as she chased after him, but Prince Xiu did not stop and just kept running forward.

"Why is this guy so stubborn? There's no way to deal with him. He's really something else. He's just like the Xiu Lein I know."

Kadia shook her head helplessly.

She secretly resolved that no matter what method she used, she would persuade him to give up and stop wasting time trying to become an apprentice of some sword saint.

Soon after, Kadia arrived at the other end of the maze, where she finally saw a figure not far ahead. At that moment, Prince Shura stopped running.

"You really haven't given up, have you? You've actually come here again. Do you really intend to negotiate with that... suspicious sword saint again?"

Kadia said with a look of disappointment.

"That...isn't important, is it? I've already made up my mind, and I'm determined to do it. Besides, do you think I would have come if I wasn't confident?"

"Hmph, you really disappoint me."

Upon hearing Prince Xiu's reply, Kadia stomped her foot in anger, but there was nothing she could do.

Her personality made her unwilling to force others, so the matter had to be temporarily dropped.

"Alright, since you insist on becoming the Sword Saint's disciple, I can't stop you. However, to prevent you from doing something foolish, I've decided to help you. Humph!"