When I was working as a civil servant, I was found out to be a muscle-brained knight by the princess knight and got sent to the front lines - Episode 169

Episode 169

Conceptual Armament: I Am the Resurrection and the Life – Resurrectio

The effect of this treasure of the Lorentzi family, which is also a secret treasure, is “recovery from all status ailments.” In other words, it is an extraordinary item that allows for complete recovery as long as one is not completely dead.

However, such an item cannot be used repeatedly. As soon as its effect was activated, the rosary crumbled into pieces in Seraphina’s hands.

This rosary, a rare conceptual armament, has been confirmed in history a few times within the Divine Papal State. However, it seems that an original version once existed.

The original conceptual armament was said to have been directly handed down from God to the founder of the Divina Church, but the original text is already lost.

The conceptual armament that Seraphina used this time was a replica created by alchemists from long ago, mimicking the divine work.

It is one of the trump cards of the Lorentzi family, who have been involved in the governance of the nation since its founding and for a long time.

Originally, the rosary was strictly preserved within the Lorentzi family’s estate, but the assassination of Seraphina’s father marked a turning point.

The current members of the Lorentzi family, questioning the worth of a conceptual armament that cannot be used immediately, gave it to Seraphina when she left for the Tashman Kingdom. Although Seraphina was initially reluctant, she eventually accepted it, recognizing her own influence and resolved to use it.

But why did Seraphina use such a precious item without hesitation this time? Certainly, her feelings for Jez are significant, perhaps the primary reason.

However, even if Seraphina were not acting as herself but as the head of the Lorentzi family, she would have made the same decision with confidence.

Firstly, if Jez had not helped, Seraphina might have died. Therefore, the rosary would have been activated in any case.

Moreover, Jez Norman, as a survivor of the Wist family and a dimensional anomaly, has an extremely dangerous attribute. If someone with such a dangerous attribute were to die, the consequences would be unpredictable. Since one of the reasons for coming to the Tashman Kingdom was related to him, some understanding would be expected even within the Divina Papal State.

Well, in any case. Since it has been used, it cannot be helped. I survived, and Jez was saved. Is there a better outcome?

However, if we go into details, there are various issues. Such a powerful conceptual armament inevitably affects its users.

Seraphina had been using holy magic as a matter of course until now, but she was aware that she could no longer use it. To be precise, it might be closer to say she cannot control it rather than being unable to use it.

By wielding magic of a much higher level than holy magic, Seraphina’s body and magical circuits have become unstable in the current world. In other words, she might have become a higher being, partially akin to an angel.

Additionally, she feels a very slight but definite connection between Jez and what seems to be a magical conduit. This is beyond her control, so she hopes Jez will endure it.

Furthermore, Jez might also face difficulties with his magical control. Although it is regrettable for him, who has always been poor at handling magic, it cannot be traded for his life.

As she thinks about such things, Jez’s complexion, who was limp in Seraphina’s arms, begins to improve. The bleeding from the sword wound on his back has already stopped, and it is only a matter of time before he wakes up.

While Seraphina gently strokes Jez’s cheek, he stirs and murmurs faintly.

It seems he is about to wake up. Seraphina and those around her feel relieved at this sight. Seraphina, with a loving expression, continues to watch Jez’s sleeping face.

But as Jez seems about to wake up, she murmurs,

“…Ah, that’s right.”

And just as Jez was about to wake, she kissed him on the lips.

As those around her are taken aback, Seraphina returns to her usual nonchalant demeanor and speaks to the now-awakened Jez.

“Hi, Jez. Have you woken up?”

It feels like returning from the dark depths of a lake. Jez is momentarily confused about where he is and who he is.

He feels something soft and warm on his lips. And in front of him is… yes, it’s Seraphina.

Does this mean I was just kissed? Jez, with his mind still sluggish, wonders, but as he looks at Seraphina and then around.

“…Seraphina, are you hurt?”

His first words are concerned for Seraphina’s safety. Hearing this, Seraphina feels a surge of various emotions from deep within her and hugs Jez tightly.

“…Thanks to you, Jez, I’m okay. Really, thank you.”

Thus, the turbulent cruising of Capricia comes to a close.