The Gap Between You and Me - Chapter 119
Chapter 119
It was only for a moment, but Herietta felt that the man’s voice was somehow lonely.
‘But why? He who has both strength and power has no reason to regret this situation right now?’
Just then, when Herietta was about to express her doubts. A strong wind blew through the forest.
Whooosh. Thousands of leaves on the trees swayed in unison. The wind blew the long hair down the hood. She automatically lowered her head to get out of the wind.
“…….”
The man who had been leaning against a tree slowly stood up. He glanced at the woman. Rounding her body, she took a low stance, her face down to the ground. Her face was not visible because she was wearing a hood. He could only see vague shapes.
What about it? The man, who had been staring at the woman, immediately withdrew his gaze from her. Except for one person in his life, everyone else was just the same.
“Ciela. This is the last time I pass on it as a coincidence.”
“!”
Horrified that the man knew her pseudonym, Herietta lifted her head up as she straightened her upper body. But he had already turned his back on her. She could see his strong back, wide as the sky.
“Even so, you saved my life, so in return, I’ll just let you go today. But if I run into you again at that time…….”
The man paused for a moment. Then, he openly released the strong murderous energy he had suppressed so far.
“…… At that time, I will definitely cut your throat.”
The dagger that the woman stabbed the wolf to save him. He already knew that the dagger was engraved with the symbol of the royal family of Velicia.
* * *
The news that the Kustan army, who had successfully raided Balesnorth and was rapidly advancing towards the capital, spread throughout Velicia in the blink of an eye. Their commander’s purpose was clear. All they wanted was is to cut down the master of this country and annihilate all of their blood and relatives.
The people of Velicia were angry and afraid that the disaster that swallowed the neighboring country of Brimdel was now about to swallow their homeland as well.
They say that the Kustans cut down all women and children without a glance.
They say that even crows don’t fly because of the disgusting smell of corpses piled up like a mountain in the place where the Kustans passed.
Whenever three or more people got together, there was always talk of Kustan army. Of course, the contents were only things that were not very pleasant to them, Velicians.
Most people trembled and hated the Kustan army for destroying the peace of their country, but others worried about the future of Velicia.
Rumor has it that the Kustan leader is no ordinary person. People whispered that he had three slit eyes like a snake and sharp fangs. A person who is a couple of heads taller than most adult men and can break rocks with his bare hands.
The image of the enemy commander in their minds was nothing more than a ferocious, ravenous monster.
Was it not enough just to destroy Brimdel?
How much more do the Kustans have to do to be satisfied?
People joked that they might not stop until they unify the entire continent. It would be difficult to determine how much is enough for the Kustans because they are a people of savage origin.
As the restless talks continued in people’s mouths, the Kustan army advanced steadily and rapidly. If they are blocked, they cut, and if they are pierced, they advance. It was one of their few iron rules.
The people of Velicia began to evacuate one by one. The number of those who assured that the situation would soon be sorted out also decreased. Wherever they went, they were full of worries and concerns, and it was hard to find anyone with a smile on their face.
It seemed that dark clouds had come bringing rain.
* * *
A solemn conference hall. Several people were seated around a wide table. However, the air in the room was so heavy that no one dared to open their mouths. They only looked at each other. There were various reasons for not being able to speak, but all of them hoped that someone other than them would speak first.
Before long, a man dressed in a precious robe opened his mouth.
“I will go to Butron.”
“Brother!”
Bernard, who was sitting across from Siorn, jumped up. He had a very distorted face. It was as if he had heard a matter he should never have heard.
“Brother, you want to go by yourself? That is nonsense!”
“…….”
“If that’s the case, I’d rather go to Butron. Brother, stay here, in the castle.”
“Bernard.”
Siorn, who was looking at his younger brother who was strongly against his will, called him. A calm and clear voice. Bernard, who had been acting a little agitatedly, hesitated.
“Yes, Brother.”
“Do you know who I am?”
With Siorn’s meaningful question, Bernard was silent for a moment. The feeling that the Siorn’s colors, who was always evaluated as weak, has deepened. His gaze at Bernard was straight and unwavering.
Bernard answered with a slight bow of his head towards Siorn.
“Brother is the one who will one day ascend to the throne of this country.”
“Yes. As you say, this country will soon be mine.”
Siorn replied with a calm face.
“Then I’ll say it again. My Bernard. Will you just stand still when someone else threatens to take yours? Do you really think you should?”
“I’m not saying you shouldn’t do anything. It’s just that you don’t have to go to that dangerous place.”
Bernard explained.
“I will go in Brother’s place. I will go to Butron, subdue the riotous Kustan bastards, and give them a hit.”
“Then for me.”
Siorn smiled helplessly.
“Is it okay if I hide behind you in the meantime?”
“…….”
“Should I drive my younger brother to the battlefield and live alone?”
“Brother is not pushing me. I am willing to go myself.”
Bernard emphasized every word he said.
