Both Rouse and Sharon understood this, which was why they placed their immense trust in him. When it was truly necessary, Ryanhead would definitely protect others, just like them.

Ryan Hyde's cry also sounded like he was trying to convince himself. Shirley was speechless.

Instead, Kagu responded.

"That should be enough!"

Kagu had been busy repairing a cylindrical object. Now that he seemed to have finished, he patted the object and shouted.

“—‘Refined’!”

The former head of the Orcus Workshop used top-notch alchemy magic to repair the artifact damaged in the first wave of attacks. It was a barrier artifact that his son Oscar had left behind as a precaution.

Then, the artifact unfolded a space-blocking barrier that shone like sunlight, overlapping with Lionhead's "Holy Suppression".

"Great! Looks like I'm pretty good at fixing the activation part!"

Ryanhead's eyes widened in surprise and he turned around to look. At this moment, the craftsmen reported loudly one after another.

"Mr. Kagaya! The Metal Baby is back!"

"It's truly worthy of Chief Oscar's work! Not only did he bring back a divine artifact, but he also found a survivor!"

Suddenly, a hole appeared in the ground, and Metal Bartram jumped out of the hole, with survivors and artifacts wrapped around his body.

In fact, Oscar left behind quite a few artifacts, including barriers, shields, magic swords, magic arrows, and crossbows, etc. And the remaining metal Bartram, which was consumed in large quantities in the decisive battle, was also left here.

Not only that. Several Andica men hurried down from upstairs, shouting, "We're here to get the artifact!", their fighting spirit still high.

Indeed, Kagu and the others weren't just weaklings waiting to be protected. To ensure that Lionhead could depart with peace of mind, they had been preparing everything they could.

"Ryan Hyde, go! You don't need to guard this place anymore!"

“B-But…”

"We can still buy time. Of course, we won't be able to hold out for long. You must bring my little brother and the others back as soon as possible."

Looking closely, everyone present was looking at Ryan Hyde. Every single one of them, without exception, wanted him to leave quickly.

"Those protected by the hero also want to protect the hero."

"How would we feel if you were willing to sacrifice a little brat just to protect us?"

Shirley and Bahar said this with a wry smile, urging Ryan Hyde to leave.

"...Everyone, thank you. I'll be back soon."

Ryan Hyde looked like he was about to cry. Then he ran out.

After Ryan Hyde was completely out of sight, Kagu took a deep breath and fell down.

"Ka-Kaguya!"

"Mr. Kaguya!"

Bahar and Shirley ran towards him, and the others gathered around him in panic. Bahar helped Kagu up.

"Hey, cheer up! What's wrong with you? Are you running out of magic power!?"

"...Haha, no. It's just that I've reached my limit."

After saying this, Kagu lifted up his clothes. The state underneath left Bahar and the others speechless.

Kagu's right side was covered by the metal bartram, and blood continued to flow from the gap.

"You... from the very beginning..."

Kagu smiled wryly, confirming Bahar's assumption. It turned out Kagu had been fatally wounded in the first wave of attacks. He had been using the metal Bartram to plug the wound, preventing the bleeding.

"Listen, the artifact has been repaired... but it's not completely repaired. It can only be used as a temporary solution..."

Kagu explained intermittently. According to him, the artifact's current state consumes more magic power than usual, and once it stops, there is no guarantee that it can be restarted, so everyone must work together to continuously supply magic power to the artifact.

Bahar and the others gritted their teeth, listening carefully to Kagu's explanation. Kagu's face looked hopeless. Unless Mei'er or Tigne arrived immediately, there was no hope.

Therefore, no one interrupted, but just listened silently to the final words of this first-class alchemist who had completed his duties.

"...Oscar... No... I have nothing more to say... I just want him to do what he believes..."

"Got it. I'll definitely tell him."

"And... the little girl... thank her... for bringing my son out... and..."

Kagu's voice grew fainter, and his last words were, "Don't push yourself too hard."

Finally, Kagu died silently, and Bahar took his place, continuing to maintain the barrier.

Amidst the loud noise and flashing lights...

"Everyone, you must survive!"

In order to change the depressed atmosphere, Bahar's roar inspired everyone.

On a high platform in the suburbs, a few people were looking at the war-torn capital from afar.

It's Kaim and Shem, the Byrne brothers. And...

"Ahh, God has not abandoned us!"

"Yeah, yeah! Likolis, of course! We're a traditional Byrne family!"

Lykolis and Deborah spoke in unison. They gazed up at the divine airships and the apostle-like knights flying about, weeping with joy. They paid no heed to the burning capital and the chaotic dragons.

As a citizen of the Kingdom of God, perhaps feeling joy like this is a normal reaction.

"...Brother... No, I'm sorry. It's okay."

Seeing Shem's expression beside him, Kaim felt a sense of relief. It made him realize he wasn't the only one experiencing this delicate state of mind.

"Don't worry, both of you. This is the meeting place we agreed on in advance. There's no mistake."

"Yes. Someone will be here to greet you soon."

The two young dragonkin said this with a smile. They seemed to think the Kaim brothers were afraid.

The two young dragonmen smiled brightly, not looking like they had just killed a fellow dragon. The one they had killed was the dragonman who was responsible for monitoring the Byrne family. However, monitoring was mostly just a name; in reality, their job was to take care of the Byrne family's daily life.

Kaim was inexplicably irritated by the attitude of the two dragon men.

"How can you still laugh so happily after killing your companions?"

Kaim quipped sarcastically. The two dragon youths looked only slightly troubled.

"It's regrettable... but for the greater good, this is a necessary sacrifice."

"For us, sending you two back is an important duty in serving God."

"Ahh! I thought you were terrifying evil dragons. Looks like you'll even mend your ways before the might of God!"

"Yes. From now on, we will join the Beast Light and swear to protect the Kingdom of Gods."

"That's so beautiful!"

too disgusting……

Kaim and Shem thought this as they listened to the conversation between the two young dragons and their mother and grandmother.

Before they knew it, Kaim and Shem would take the initiative to talk to the dragons around them who cared about them.

Before they knew it, Kaim and Shem would look forward to dining with the dragons.

Before they knew it, Kaim and Shem were drawn to the dragons' depth of insight and knowledge.

No matter how the Byrn family insulted, fooled, or showed malice to the dragons, they never got angry, attacked, or even imposed their own values ​​on others.

——Have a good talk with them. Once you have a conversation with them, you will surely understand what a truly noble mind and character are.

The words of the traitor (Rouse) came to my mind inadvertently.

“…How is this noble?”

Hearing such a low murmur, the young dragon man tilted his head and asked, "What's wrong?" But the two brothers ignored him and didn't want to look at them anymore.

"It looks like you're all safe."

Suddenly, I heard a familiar woman's voice.

"Leleye Agathon, Division Commander...?"

Kaim and the others turned around and saw that it was Lelaye and the knights she led.

Kaim's tone was filled with doubt because the woman before him had a completely different aura. She wasn't wearing the uniform of the Knights of White Light. And she wasn't holding a holy bow, but a holy spear.

"Watch your tone. You're in front of the new Pope."

“What!?” Kaim and the others couldn’t help but exclaim.

Kaim and the others had already heard the news of the Pope's death and the succession of Darion Katz. Therefore, the scene before them was baffling and speechless.

"The ability to control souls isn't exclusive to the Byrne family."

With just these words, the Byrne family understood what had happened to Leleye and the true ability of Darion Kaz. They were so scared that their whole bodies couldn't help but tremble and they couldn't help but ask.

"Please, please tell me...what happened to Leleye?"

"Does that matter?"

Faced with such an answer, they could only remain silent. Lycoris, Deborah, and the two young dragons finally understood that the person before them was the leader of the New World and quickly knelt.

"We are severely short of manpower. Your capture by the enemy is a mistake. You must compensate by slaughtering the enemy of God."

As he spoke, Darion swung his holy spear, severing the bracelets on the brothers' wrists that restrained their apostolic powers with incredible precision. The brothers each took the greatsword-shaped Second Holy Sword and Second Holy Staff, contemplating their weapons.

(That’s right. God didn’t give up on us and gave us a chance. We should be happy.)

The brothers convinced themselves so. But for some reason, they couldn't truly feel happy. There was an unbearable unease in their hearts that made them want to scratch their hair. Darion turned, and just as the brothers were about to follow him—

"elder brother!"

The brothers looked up with a sudden jerk, only to see Sharon, panting, with a sad face, as if regretting not being able to catch up.

How did he find himself here? Why was he here? What was he thinking? Confusion, anxiety, and questions filled Kaim's heart, leaving him speechless for a moment.

"Hmph, walking into a trap saves you a lot of trouble."

For some reason, Darion laughed disdainfully. Sharon was surprised to see Lelaye before him, and—

"...Darion Katz?"

He saw through his identity immediately. "Oh?" Darion stared at him, his eyes full of interest.

Kaim and the others also stared in surprise. At this moment, it was Lycoris who spoke first to Sharon.

"You filthy child, you are not worthy to address His Majesty by his name!"

Lykolis's roar was so sharp it threatened to pierce her eardrums. She looked at Sharon with a look that had lost all trace of motherly affection; it was pure filth. Sharon's expression twisted in sorrow, but Lykolis didn't seem satisfied with even that reaction. Grandmother Deborah had the same reaction.

"Kaim, this is a divine opportunity! You must personally wipe out this clan's shame and restore the Byrne family's honor!"

Hearing Deborah's scolding, Kaim could clearly feel his entire body tense and stiffen.

If it were me not long ago, I would have thought the same as my grandmother and mother. I would have been gloating over the chance to bring down divine punishment on behalf of the gods and would have killed Sharon without hesitation. But...but...

(Hand on, hand on! His Majesty is watching!)

But the body could not move, as if the body and mind were completely separated.

To Kaim, Sharon was originally a worthless existence, like a pebble on the roadside. However, since arriving here, memories of Sharon's time with him keep coming back to him.

No matter how much he disliked and rejected her, Sharon still came to talk to him every day.

Even though he once tried to kill someone, Sharon smiled at him every day.

Shem couldn't stand Kaim's reaction any longer—or rather, he was thinking the same thing. So, with a troubled look on his face, he made a plea to the Pope.

"Your Majesty... perhaps we should take him away and re-educate him. What do you think, Your Majesty?"

Darion looked at Shem as if observing an insect.

He didn't even need to speak; anyone could see from his eyes that if Shem said another word, he would be killed on the spot.

Shem felt that the Pope had seen through his wavering feelings and shrank back timidly.

Lycoris and Deborah's faces turned pale, as if they were facing the end of the world.

"Your Majesty! No! It was that man... Ros Byrne who bewitched the children!"

"Kai! Shem! Wake up!"

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