The Goddess Granted Me the [Hatching] Skill and Somehow I Became the Strongest Tamer, Commanding Mythical and Divine Beasts - Chapter 97: What Klaus Wants

Chapter 97: What Klaus Wants

“Wants…?”

I tilt my head.

“Wealth beyond measure, vast lands, marriage to a royal. These are things nobles desire.”

I earn enough money through Feni and Purple’s materials and national adventurer requests. Even if I received land, I wouldn’t know what to do with it. As for marrying royalty—meaning a princess—that’s a common theme in stories, but being with someone I don’t love is out of the question.

“I don’t particularly want anything.”

In the end, I gave him my honest opinion.

My parents are alive, I have a cute little sister, and I’m surrounded by adorable familiars. I’m doing the job I want, I have great colleagues and friends, and my days are fun. Wishing for more would be too greedy.

“I see… That’s certainly a challenge. No wonder you all struggle with him.”

Hearing my answer, King Kings IV stroked his chin and turned to the others. Everyone present gave a wry smile.

“Klaus truly has no desires.”

Marguerite murmured, a small smile forming on his lips, as if my response was exactly as expected.

“A Tamer should not be blinded by worldly values. That is only natural.”

Douglas, as always, kept a firm expression as he spoke.

“However, if we evaluate things from the kingdom’s perspective, saying ‘I want nothing’ won’t satisfy those around you.”

“Your resistance to wealth and fame is admirable, but it makes you difficult for the country to handle.”

“When taking on the role of guardian, we promised not to force anything upon you. However, you must understand the danger of a person wielding power without authority.”

Nicholas, Xavier, and Dwight each gave their warnings.

It seemed my statement—”I don’t want anything”—was inconvenient for them.

“Um, may I speak?”

I hesitantly raised my hand and asked King Kings IV for permission.

“You may.”

“Why is it so important for me to have something I want?”

Judging by the conversation, they seemed to be discussing giving me some sort of reward. But I didn’t understand why they were thinking that way.

They all looked at me and nodded in unison before King Kings IV answered.

“That is because, Klaus, we have all decided that you should become a noble.”

“Huh? What?”

The completely unexpected answer sent my mind into chaos.

“Me… a noble?”

The words slipped out before I could stop them, but no one rebuked me. They just stared at me.

“You must be joking…”

In the end, I assumed they were teasing me. They must have said something ridiculous to lighten the mood.

“This is no joke.”

But no one laughed. On the contrary, King Kings IV looked at me with serious eyes.

“But… I’m just a commoner. I haven’t even been a national adventurer for half a year! Becoming a noble is impossible!”

“Klaus, watch your words!”

Marguerite warned me for speaking so recklessly to the king.

“Ah… I apologize. It’s just… the idea of me becoming a noble is unbelievable…”

I lowered my head and sat back down. Looking down on the king had been disrespectful.

“Indeed, it is unusual, but it’s not without precedent.”

However, King Kings IV didn’t seem offended as he continued.

“The Boyle Count family over there was also ennobled a hundred years ago for repelling an invasion. Rewarding those who achieve great deeds is natural for a kingdom.”

“But… have I really done anything worthy of that?”

I cautiously voiced my doubts.

“You have significantly increased our nation’s potion production with Phoenix and Rainbow Butterfly scales. You have also defeated A+ rank monsters such as the Elder Lich and Crystal Cockatrice, ensuring the safety of our people.”

Nicholas listed my achievements.

“But those weren’t done for the country. They were either business transactions or part of a mission.”

I had simply been hired and paid. Calling that a merit worthy of nobility felt unreasonable.

If that logic held, anyone could become a noble easily.

“The accomplishments I mentioned are, in a way, just a justification for other nobles. Whether you truly become a noble is what we must discuss now.”

Marguerite turned to the king.

“Now then, Klaus. As king—no, as a nation—we wish to do whatever it takes to make you part of this country. Do you understand why?”

I shook my head.

“Because in the near future, you may become a threat.”