After my rebirth, Miss Saint turned evil

"I really just want to see how strong Murphy is."

Filia's tone was sincere, lacking the aristocratic meticulousness at the beginning, nor the arrogant strength later on.

All she had in her words was sincerity.

And her behavior has changed from being arrogant just now to being well-behaved now.

However, Old Jed did not appreciate it.

After all, in his opinion, this ungrateful girl was about to attack his apprentice.

"Hmph, what does that have to do with me? Why are you so eager to find out about his strength? You have no idea what you're talking about."

"I didn't explain it clearly. I was just afraid that he had deceived Candice and was planning something bad to her."

"Have you ever wondered why a giant dragon appeared in the maze and has not been discovered yet?"

"Also, why did he, who was originally just an ordinary adventurer, suddenly have the power to rescue others from the claws of a dragon?"

"So, I just want to confirm with my own hands whether he really has that ability."

In fact, after hearing this, Old Jed could already understand why the other party was so stubborn.

After all, even he himself didn't know why there was a dragon in the maze, and why his apprentice suddenly became so strong.

But even though he said that, he couldn't stop mocking her.

"That little magician girl must have told you everything. You should know that I was there at the time. Do you think I was also deceiving her?"

"And have you ever thought about why we put so much effort into putting on a show? Is it just to deceive a little girl?"

"Humph, she's worthy of being the daughter of that idiot Patrick. She's actually this stupid."

"Also, there's one thing you've misunderstood. The one who had any ill intentions was never my disciple, but that little girl herself."

"Don't think that everyone in the world is as decadent as you nobles."

"In this regard, you nobles are worse than an old idiot like me."

Although Old Jed himself is also a noble, he gave up his title long ago and chose to come to Lars to become an adventurer, so there is nothing wrong with him saying the above words.

Filia ignored the insults and listened to what he said in silence.

No rebuttal, no agreement.

Because she actually thought about what the other person said.

And deep down, I also feel that my doubts are a bit inexplicable.

But... the appearance of a dragon in the maze and the sudden increase in strength of ordinary people are still unbelievable.

She couldn't think of any other possibility except that this was someone's conspiracy.

In fact, it’s not her fault, because Candice didn’t tell Filia at that time that Murphy had previously analyzed the mastermind behind the maze.

Old Jed didn't bring up the matter on his own initiative, which meant that Filia had no one else to suspect.

Therefore, she could only doubt the church and Murphy.

"I know that what that little girl said is a bit unbelievable to you."

"So you definitely don't want to believe it, but that's the truth."

Looking at Filia who was standing there obediently listening to his explanation, Old Jed nodded with some satisfaction.

The anger that was there before also dissipated unconsciously, because now he knew clearly that Filia did not want to do anything to Murphy.

If you just want to test his strength, then it doesn't matter.

Moreover, Old Jed had a good idea in mind.

"Let's make some good friends with that brat. Although this girl is a bit strong and stubborn, she's quite capable."

"And for such a proud girl, she was able to suppress her temper and listen to what I said. This alone earns her a lot of points."

"As for that little girl from the church... there's another girl staying with the brat anyway, so having too much debt is not a big deal."

The idea in old Jed's mind was actually to get more benefits for Murphy.

It would be great if this girl could establish a good relationship with Murphy.

With her powerful strength and the patience to control her temper and listen to other people's suggestions, she is definitely a girl worthy of making friends with this little boy.

So, in order to achieve your plan.

The first step that Old Jed had to take was to calmly advise the misguided girl.

Thinking of this, Old Jed sighed, because he really worried about his apprentice.

"Come and sit down, little girl."

He sat down on the ground, then waved to Filia, indicating that she should sit next to him.

After hearing this, Filia nodded obediently, then slowly walked to Old Jed and sat down.

At this moment, she no longer had the arrogance she had before.

It was this point that gave Old Jed extra points for her in his heart.

So, he spoke to Filia in a very kind manner.

"Although I don't know why you care so much about that little girl, you are obviously falling into the misunderstanding caused by excessive concern."

"I know it's useless to persuade you now because you're still obsessed with that stubborn idea."

"So you just wait here with me, and when Murphy comes over, you can have a good sparring match with him."

"Then you will know what his strength is."

Chapter 13 Encounter

　"...Huh?! Mr. Gerard, you agreed?!"

After hearing what Old Jed said, Filia didn't react quickly enough.

But when she reacted, she suddenly raised her head and looked at Old Jed.

She was a little surprised, because she never thought that the other party would actually agree to her unreasonable request, especially after she had been so rude just now.

"Hmph, don't worry, I haven't finished yet."

Old Jed humphed, then continued.

"There are two points to note."

"First of all, you can spar, but you are absolutely not allowed to kill. Do you understand?"

"Understood!"

After hearing Filia's agreement, Old Jed nodded with satisfaction.

At the same time, the corners of his mouth curled up quietly, revealing a wicked smile.

But he quickly hid himself and was not discovered by Filia.

Then he stated his second request.

"Secondly, if there's no benefit, then why would my apprentice want to duel with you?"

"You have to give something, right?"

"You can bring it up."

"It's not me who can bring it up, but he who can bring it up."

Filia thought about it and felt that there seemed to be no problem.

Because as long as it is something she can do and it is not too demanding, she will do it.

So she agreed.

"As long as it's not too extreme."

"very good."

Old Jed nodded with great satisfaction, then smiled at Filia.

"Then it's a deal."

"Now you just have to wait for Mei——"

Old Jed hadn't finished speaking when his ears suddenly moved slightly.

After confirming who the owner of the footsteps was, he said to Filia with a smile.

"Well, it looks like we don't have to wait any longer."

"Don't say anything then, I'll make arrangements for you."

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After leaving Gralin's blacksmith shop, Murphy went straight to the East City District where Old Jed was.

He walked on the road with his head down, thinking about his last conversation with Gralin before leaving the blacksmith shop.

To be honest, he didn't know how he felt about his father. After all, he was only ten years old at that time.

And how many children can remember the memories before the age of ten?

At least, it can be said that Murphy's impression of her parents has almost completely disappeared.

He only knew that his father was a blacksmith who died in the war; and his mother used to be a servant in a noble family and died of depression after his father's death.

Although, Murphy's only impression of her parents is what is mentioned above.

However, when he listened to Gralin telling him the truth about his father's death, strange emotions unconsciously surged in his heart.

It was a very strange feeling, dark, heavy and indescribable.

The strange feeling almost made him breathless.

But fortunately, that feeling quickly disappeared and was replaced by new emotions.

And he actually knew that new emotion.

Anger? Murder? Sadness?

Maybe a little bit of both, but that's not the most important thing.

What he felt could be called determination.

The determination to seek revenge, the determination to become stronger, and more besides.

For example, the determination to change the future and the determination to understand the truth of the world were what he felt at the time.

That's why he was so obsessed with his father's murderer.

That's why he forced Gralin to tell him that personal information.

"After the dragon horn is processed...?"

"It's okay, it will be quick."

Murphy thought of the promise Gralin made to him at the end. After meeting Old Jed, he would have to start preparing in advance.

By the way, he also remembered the dragon horn.

Just as he told Gralin, he really just wanted to keep the dragon horn with him.

As for the reasons... there are many, such as reminding myself that there are stronger people in this world; and reminding myself to pay attention to the mastermind hidden behind the scenes, and there are other reasons.

In short, these reasons made him carry the dragon horn with him during the duel.

However, the dragon horn itself is not convenient to carry because its shape is so strange.

If you simply wrap it with cloth, it will be easily discovered by others, and you will definitely encounter new troubles.

But it’s different when it’s made into a sword. After all, a sword can be hidden from everyone as long as it is hidden in a seemingly ordinary scabbard and hung around the waist.

As long as you don't pull it out, no one will know that there is a dragon horn hidden in that ordinary scabbard.

"Hmm... so soon?"

Murphy had always kept his head down, thinking while walking on the road.

By the time he realized what was happening, he had already reached the slums and was almost at the alley where Old Jed stayed every day.

He didn't think much about it, but just continued walking along the road inside.