When I Was Reincarnated, All the Heroines Were Stolen by the Fake Hero ~ The Guy Who Dominated With Original Story Knowledge, and Me Who Dominated With Talent. It Seems the World After the Ending Is My One-Man Stage ~ - Episode 36

Episode 36

“…You can hear the voice of the forest?”

I couldn’t help but ask back at Rururii’s sudden, outrageous words.

“Yeah, the forest’s voice. Some people say it’s like the voice of the wind.”

She nodded calmly, as if talking about today’s weather. And she continued:

“Actually, it’s supposed to be the voice of fairies. But since fairies can’t be seen, everyone just calls it the forest’s voice~”

Fairies, huh?

This world seems to be far more filled with fantasy than I had imagined.

As I stood speechless, stunned by that fact, a dignified voice rang out next to me.

“Even so, I cannot allow it.”

The one who declared that firmly was Forleen.

She stepped forward and stood in front of Rururii.

“As long as I carry the status of Saint, no matter the reason, I cannot recklessly expose myself to danger. That is the duty I have been entrusted with.”

You say that even though you snuck away, using a fake illness, and came alone all the way to this remote region?

Those words almost came out of my mouth. But I swallowed them back at the last second.

“Ehh~ but that’s a problem~. If you don’t come, the Sacred Tree will wither~…”

At Forleen’s stubborn attitude, Rururii muttered in real distress and began swaying her body back and forth. She was groaning softly, “Hmm… hmmm…” as she pondered.

Forleen had been watching her. She suddenly seemed to think of something and quickly lifted her face.

“In that case, how about Yutaka-sama?”

“Yutaka… you mean this human?”

Rururii pointed at me. Forleen gave a strong nod.

“Yes. Yutaka-sama is the lord of this Vixel Domain. And he’s also one of the heroes who defeated the Demon King. I can vouch for his strength and trustworthiness. As a bodyguard, there is no one more suitable.”

Hearing that, Rururii muttered with interest, “Heh~ so he’s that perverted Hero-sama’s…” But then she suddenly covered her mouth with both hands as if she had just realized something.

“Ah, was I not supposed to say that too?”

I couldn’t let that one go—“that perverted Hero-sama” was too much to ignore.

“Rururii, don’t tell me… you’ve met that guy, Nergo?”

“Pheeew~ pheeew~”

Rururii started whistling silently and looked off into the distance.

From that exaggerated act, I understood everything.

…I see. Well, whatever. If that guy finally got to meet an elf and is enjoying himself, that’s good for him.

From what she said earlier, it doesn’t sound like they’ve had a physical relationship. So I’ll just pretend I didn’t hear it.

I decided not to dig any deeper and brought the topic back on track.

“Anyway, more importantly.”

I turned to face Rururii and gave a mischievous grin.

“Am I not good enough?”

“Hmm, if the Saint will come along because of that, then I guess it’s fine…”

Then, Rururii paused and seemed to think for a moment before speaking again.

“Well, if it turns out inconvenient, you might get killed once we arrive—Lord~”

She said that so casually.

At those dangerous words, all I could do was let out a dry laugh.

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That night.

More lights than usual were lit in the dining room. And cheerful voices echoed.

At the table sat a rare group of five: me, Sebas, Kotama, and Forleen and Rururii.

“Oh my, this stew is very delicious. The sweetness of the vegetables is brought out wonderfully.”

“I’m honored it suits your palate, Forleen-sama!”

While watching the pleasant conversation between Forleen and Kotama from the side, I finished explaining to Sebas about everything that had happened today.

“…and that’s how it is.”

“To think Rururii-sama is of that legendary race, the elves… and that Folly-sama is actually the Saint Forleen herself… I have lived many years in this land. But never have I been as surprised as I was today. I feel like I’m about to lose my mind…”

Holding his temple, Sebas looked at Rururii with disbelief.

“Yeah, I feel the same, Sebas. So much happened in just one day.”

“I apologize. It’s all because I intruded so suddenly…”

As Forleen apologized modestly, I tore some bread and shook my head.

“No, Forleen, you’re not at fault at all. Thanks to you, we got to meet the elves like this. For us, it couldn’t have worked out better.”

Saying that, I looked over at Rururii. She was happily munching away without any concern for manners.

“Did Yutaka-sama want to meet the elves?”

Forleen asked with a curious look.

“Yeah. Like I said earlier, the restoration of this land still has a long way to go. There’s a limit to what we can do alone. So I’m trying to reach out to those nearby who might be willing to help.”

“We’ve already formed a partnership with the beastfolk.”

Sebas added proudly. He was referring to the cooperative relationship we recently established with the beastfolk.

Hearing that, Forleen looked at me with admiration.

“As expected of Yutaka-sama. You are steadily leading this land toward recovery.”

“No, it’s all thanks to everyone here—especially Kotama.”

When I said that, Kotama blushed happily at being named and drooped her ears gently.

Then I turned back to Sebas once again.

“So, just as I mentioned earlier, I’m going to accompany Rururii as Forleen’s bodyguard…”

Before I could finish my sentence, Sebas had already grasped everything and nodded heavily. It was as if he was resigning to my answer.

“Yes, I understand, Yutaka-sama… This matter is what it is. So I shall turn a blind eye this time. While you’re away, I, Sebas, will take full responsibility in protecting the Vixel Domain.”

At his reluctant, but resolved tone, I gave a wry smile and offered a word of apology.

“Sorry as always, Sebas. I’m counting on you while I’m gone.”