Battle War; Magic, Sword and Dragon

Greeds

After the fight against Alva and Alvi, Kuro and Laila are summoned by Electra to immediately go towards her room.

He must have had some strange plans again. Kuro had no choice but to think like that.

Kuro and Laila are eager to chat with Alva and Alvi after everything that happened. But they have to hold back on that. They don't have to rush anyways.

In the end they decided to gather in a restaurant while celebrating the victory and success of Alva and Alvi using Spirit Art.

"Kuro, don't put on a pouty face. Electra's a sneaky guy, but you don't have to."

"If you already know that, you better be prepared for what he wants to talk about. We can't guess at all what he's thinking. Could it be that he scolded you for destroying the arena?"

Laila's face turned pale.

"Don't scare me. I've restrained myself from doing too much damage."

Kuro knows Laila can hold back, but Laila has no idea how much power she has when viewed from someone else's point of view.

Then the Laila type of attack is an attack with a large area. This was the opposite of Kuro's attack which focused on a vital point. That's why Laila's attack was more destructive than Kuro's.

"I just wish you hadn't used that kind of power. I don't want to make people think we're monsters."

"I can't believe I heard that from your mouth after what you did."

They finally arrived in front of Electra's office. Kuro knocked on the door three times and just walked in.

Laila could only sigh at Kuro's completely disrespectful behavior.

"Welcome. I'm glad you quickly fulfilled my call."

Electra welcomed both. He sat on the bench with a serious face. There was someone other than him in the room.

"Before that, introduce. No, I'm sure you guys must have known him."

The woman in the room got up. He turned around and looked at Laila and Kuro directly.

"You-you right..."

Laila was surprised by the figure that was in front of her. She did know her story and figure from the picture, but this was the first time Laila had met in person.

"Greetings. My name is Vivian Icaliva. As you know, I am one of the Paladins and Alva and Alvi's aunt."

"Greetings. I'm Laila Kagami."

"Laila's husband, Kuro Kagami."

Laila and Vivian shook hands. While Kuro was not interested at all and showed an aura of displeasure.

Vivian just smiled as if she understood Kuro's actions.

"This is the first time I've heard you change your name?" Ask Electra.

"I plan on replacing it after Battle War is over. We're planning on quitting school at the same time."

"....hey Kuro, this is also the first time I've heard you're going to quit school. What does this mean?"

"You're too noisy, old grandma. I went to school because of my contract with you. I have no other reason to go to school here. Besides, do you think there's anything we can get out of this school?"

"That-that's..."

Electra cannot argue.

With all the power and what they have now, Laila and Kuro could be said to have no need for school anymore. Although it needed school, it was a higher school with lessons that were more suitable for them.

This fact is known to Electra. But hearing that directly from Kuro was a nightmare come true.

Electra will use her authority to stop the two, but she realizes the two are different from ordinary school students, she can't do that. Then Kuro also has a connection with emperor Sei. It makes the situation worse.

"Electra, we now have a son and daughter. There's a chance it'll increase again. If we continue to go to school, we don't have time for our children. We just don't want to be bad parents." Added Laila.

"I know and understand what you're feeling but-"

"It's about the future of this school, isn't it?" Cut Kuro.

Electra's surprised. How did he know that? The question was clearly visible on his face.

"The future of school? Kuro, what do you mean?"

"I'm sorry I never explained this before, but you know that Old Grandma's act of telling me to go to school here is unnatural. I asked the person who probably knew why. The answer I received was quite surprising." Kuro paused for a moment then continued after seeing Electra's expression. "Old Granny, if this school doesn't win this year's Battle War, this school will be closed, right?"

"!"

The only one who was surprised was Laila. Electra did not try to break it, while Vivian closed her eyes as if she did not want to see the bitter reality.

"Kuro, please don't joke!! Electra, what Kuro said was a lie, right?"

Laila panicked and could not believe what she had just heard. Indeed Kuryuu Academy is the lowest ranked school, but many famous stories happened. Her parents' love story is one of them.

Then this school also became the place where Laila and Kuro became one. It's a memory that has no price.

"Electra...?"

Unfortunately, the Electra expression already explained everything.

"If you've known that, I don't have to hide it anymore. This school is not the best, but there are many famous people who graduated from this school like myself, Vivian or your father and mother. But all of that is just the past."

"This has to do with the witches' declining quality. I wrong?" Kuro added.

"really. But that's not the only reason. The location of this city that is too far is also a problem. It used to be a vast city because it was a trade route, but it was all the past. The city of Areshia is but a remnant of the city of Limphis destroyed by battle."

"Limphis City?"

Laila had read about the city, but did not expect it to be the city of Areshia.

"You know the lake near the city, right? It was once the center of Limphis. The city is also divided into two parts. Magical and urban schools. The enemy forces attacked suddenly arrived the urban part. At that moment the Knight was late in responding to the attack so the casualties were quite a lot. But thanks to King, the enemy was defeated and forced to retreat."

"In that battle Vivian and I couldn't do much. Our strength back then was lacking."

The total number of victims reached over 10,000. That doesn't include the missing ones because their bodies were not found as a result of large-scale magic.

Vivian and Electra had yet to reach Paladin, they had not even made a contract with the Dragon King yet. Let alone defeating the enemy, guarding themselves was difficult.

Then if waiting for help to come from the capital, it would take quite a lot of time. At that time everyone knew that the destruction of the city of Limphis was just a matter of time.

But there was one person who dared to fight the entire army alone. That person was Ao, the King back then.

"I just found out that there was another King like Kuro in the past."

After listening to the story about the history of the city of Areshia, Laila had no choice but to be curious about the same existence as Kuro.

Of course he had the thought that a King like Kuro must have existed before (Demon King), but there was never a record of them.

"so. If you tell me about Ao, the story will be very long. But the point is, thanks to the incident we are determined to become stronger. Even being Queen and Paladin. Then after a few things happened, the city became what it is today."

Electra and Vivian showed nostalgic looks. All the good and bad memories flashed back in their minds.

"Ehem.can we go back to the topic. I know you guys love talking about the past, but the future's more important."

"You're right, Kuro. Sorry, it's just that Ao means a lot to us. Since you're also a King, you must know what happened to Ao."

"..."

Kuro gritted his teeth. He understood where this conversation was going if it continued. He has no idea what the two are up to, but if Laila finds out King will disappear and everyone forgets, Kuro's present life will change.

As if enjoying Kuro's expression, Electra smiled.

(This female fox.).

Kuro realized at this moment he had no choice. Electra has got herself.

"If you may know, where is he now?" Ask Laila.

"After graduating from this school, he traveled. He said he wanted to find a more exciting return. I heard that she was married, but it wasn't long before she died of a deadly disease."

"...sorry."

"It's not what. All of this happened a long time ago. Back to the topic, since you already know the matter of this school, so you guys must understand what I want from you guys."

Electra was facing Laila, but her gaze was directed at Kuro.

(You owe me, so don't try anything)

Electra is aware Kuro must know this. So he doesn't want to talk about Ao anymore.

"You're asking us to win in Battle War, right?"

Electra nodded along with a smile.

Vivian then added.

"At this time at this school only you have the ability to match Victoria's daughter. You've seen it for yourself, haven't you? Then coupled with his desire to win Battle War 3 times in a row, he was the biggest barrier to winning Battle War."

With powers derived from non-magic, then a great power capable of rivaling the Holy Maiden Maria (though she rose with powers far from perfect). If it combined the strength of the two, the chances of winning would be quite great.

But Kuro thought that easily.

"I know what you think of us." Answer Kuro. "But you're too respectful and expect a lot from us. I didn't say she was going to lose, but Victoria wasn't just a brainless fighter. Then in terms of talent, I can see that his talent exceeds that of Holy Maiden Maria. Don't forget that his power is the only problem."

"You're talking about her partner, right?"

"so. Not only that, unlike the participants of this school, other school participants are elites with the minimum ability of an SS rank magician. Magicians of the type like them are very troublesome."

"We know that, but haven't you fought with witches like that many times?"

Kuro nodded his head. His face became more serious.

"That's why I know, even if you want us to win, I can't guarantee that. Please do not add to our burden. Besides without you telling me, I have a reason to win this year's Battle War."

"....ah..."

Electra recalls that Emperor Sei gave Riana as his wife. To undo that, Kuro must win in Battle War.

The incident was not disseminated, but it was known by important people such as Electra.

"Hey..don't tell me you forgot about it, Old Grandma!!"

Kuro shouted, but he immediately sighed deeply because he did not expect to be involved in a problem just because someone forgot.

"Tch!! This is why I don't want to come here. Now are you satisfied after hearing that directly from us?"

Electra did not answer. He seemed to think of many things in his head. After how many moments, he smiled as if he had the answer he wanted.

"Is that all you want to tell us, Electra? If you want to listen to our determination to win the Battle War, I don't think we need to prove it anymore."

"Ahaha. sorry. Since I had a lot of problems this late, I forgot about the simple thing. That's why I'm sorry for adding to your burden. But it's also important that you're more motivated to be a winner."

Rather than motivation, it is more appropriate to add a new burden on the shoulders of both. Kuro and Laila had the desire to win, yet they wanted to do it in a relaxed manner.

Electra continued.

"Oh yeah, I haven't given you the main reason why I called you here."

"We congratulate you both. You guys have officially become Battle War participants this year."

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"That's what Grandma Tuadan Vivian said. I can't believe we're already Battle War participants."

"But it's natural. After everything you've shown, I'm sure no one dares to stand up to you."

"I agree with Charl. In a magic school capable of using high-level techniques like the two of you is extremely rare. They must think it's useless to fight."

"Is it like that? ...Kuro, can you give me that drink?"

"Good good."

The celebration was held at Kuro's Himawari restaurant in the capital. Not only Kuro, Laila, Alva and Alvi, the couple Charlmilia and Fila also joined.

Just like the two of them, they also became official participants of Battle War for more or less the same reason.

"Hey, aren't you still under the age of Laila?"

"Don't worry. The alcohol content in this drink is not very high. But if you were to take issue with the age limit for drinking, Kuro and I have already passed it because we practice using space at different times. In other words, we're older than you've ever seen."

The drinking limit in the Houou Empire was 18 years. This is different from other countries that have allowed drinking at the time of 15 years.

Then in contrast to other countries, the empire was quite strict on this matter. Even drinking in a place that shouldn't be in trouble with a Knight.

"Are you sure your age has grown? I don't see the difference at all."

"Un. I also think that way." Alvi is currently enjoying sushi.

"That's the greatness of that dimensional space. If interested I'll let you guys try it when. But once inside, you can't get out before the time comes. So think well."

"Ughh!! Thanks for the offer, but we thought we rejected it. We didn't want to see each other for more than a year. But we'd be happy if you told us how we could use Spirit Art better."

"That's easy. If you want to use Spirit Art, you are quite familiar with the Spirit you are contracting with. The more intimate your relationship is, the more powerful the Spirit Art you can use."

"Is it that easy?"

"really. But more appropriate if it is called easy difficult. Unlike the Magic Art, the Spirit was a living being that had its own thoughts. In other words, they have things they like and things they don't like."

"That's what it looks like."

In other words they should make friends and strengthen the bond with Spirit. That's easier said than done.

"By the way if you want Laila can already use Spirit Gear just like you guys."

"......................................."

The bomb that Kuro threw made everything go silent. Even Laila.

"What's? I'm just telling you the truth."

Kuro sipped a drink and ate sushi with chopsticks.

Everyone turned to Laila with a look of disbelief. The wish he had said after fighting with Alva and Alvi had unexpectedly been granted.

"Don't look at me like that. Even though I can use it, it doesn't mean I'll use it. Besides, it'll turn Lic into a weapon. To me she is my daughter, not the Spirit I contracted."

"Ahaha.I don't know how it would be if you did. We may have a Paladin candidate here."

"It's still a long time. I'm just an S rank."

""""OO!!!!!!""""

Then the joking laughter enlivened their celebration.

This scene was a very happy one for Kuro. For a moment he felt nostalgia. How long hasn't he felt anything like this?

But one thing...

(Your love for Lic is what allows you to use all of Lic's power. With this I am sure you will be closer as one who will grant my wish)

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After the celebration was over, Kuro and Laila returned home to her home in the capital. For Charlmilia and Fila, they went to the emperor's palace to go home temporarily while checking several things.

Although Charmilia became the princess, she was not yet burdened by the duties of the state. But there is no reason to study it. In order not to worry his bodyguards, he had already contacted the two first.

For Tribal matters, since the winners of grub A and B are already determined, they no longer need to attend. But the Tribal continues to determine the second best and the winner of grub C at once to choose the last participant.

Then for Alva and Alvi they returned to the city of Areshia. Even though they lost, they wanted to practice again soon. They didn't know when Vivian was in Houou's empire.

"Good night Riku. Have a good dream."

Giving a kiss on the forehead lovingly, Kuro and Laila left the room after seeing Riku who was asleep with a smile.

They did the same with Lic before. In contrast to Riku, Lic looks sound as if he had done something tiring. Of course they know the reason why Lic is like that. Lic and Clara's relationship is as intimate as that of a brother.

"With this everything is done for today. How about we go to bed soon?"

Kuro hugs Laila and takes her to a room not far from Riku and Lic's room. The smile on his lips showed that Kuro was currently happy and planning something on his dirty head.

Laila certainly knew what Kuro was thinking at the moment. She was also happy and also wanted to do perverted things with her husband even though they were quite tired.

(But before that.).

"Kuro, how about we talk for a second?" Laila replied as she glanced towards the veranda.

"....of course."

They then headed for the porch. The light of the two moons shone brightly without anything blocking it. The wind was cold, yet so romantic as Kuro hugged Laila from behind.

The all-white sleeping dress that is so thin makes the warmth of Laila the most effective warmers.

(Ah. I fell in love again.).

Kuro further strengthened his embrace. She also felt Laila's body with a gentle touch that sometimes made Laila let out a sigh.

"I want to talk to you seriously, but that's okay..."

"You hate it when I do this?"

Kuro whispered a soft word near Laila's ear. Laila's face reddened along with the breath seen in the cold night air.

"I never hated him. Okay, time to get serious. Kuro... What do you think of me today?"

Kuro was confused, yet he replied with what he felt.

"You're so great and wonderful. I'm surprised by what you showed me. You did tell me you had a new trump card, but I didn't expect it to be. How about I call it Empress Sword Dress?"

"Ahaha, I don't have a name for it yet. Thank ye. Then what else?"

"I'm happy when you have the intention to become even stronger. And most importantly, you didn't betray me at all about what you had to do with Lic. Thank you for being a good mother to her."

"No. Don't forget you're his father too."

"I know that."

"Then what else?"

"Hm... Today made me realize that I'm in love with you again."

"..."

Laila was surprised, yet she slowly smiled happily.

"Actually there are many more things I want"

"That's enough. If I hear your appeal again, I can't help myself. If that happens, the decisions I make might falter."

"Decisions?"

Laila nodded.

"really. Because of all that, may I ask that you promise me?"

"Either why do I feel suspicious, but I promise you."

Promising without knowing the content first was a fatal act, but right now Kuro doesn't care. All he does as long as Laila's happy.

"Before that maybe you'll be angry when you hear this."

"I won't be angry."

Kuro is flowering. Whatever Laila asks, she won't be angry.

"Then, can you love anyone other than me?!"

"..."

Kuro sculpting. He felt that what he heard was a nightmare.

But he knew his ears were not wrong.

"Kuro, will you love anyone but me? If you don't understand, it's easier for you to have another wife than me?"

"ahahahahah.. Laila, that's a really good joke. I was almost fooled. Can I hear your real request?"

"I'm asking you to marry again."

"..."

Kuro instantly became white. He knew his ears weren't wrong, but he didn't want to accept that fact.

She did not expect Laila would ask herself to cheat.

"Kuro, if you think anything strange, I'll hit you."

"After everything you've said, can't I think strangely? Laila, do you understand what you're saying?"

Laila nodded.

"Are you telling me to split my love in two?"

Laila shook her head.

"......my head is dizzy. Can you please explain your request?"

For now, Kuro will listen. Laila couldn't have made a strange request for no apparent reason.

Besides, maybe Laila's love is only this limited.

"First, you must be surprised to hear this."

"I'm surprised. My heart is like jumping. I thought you didn't love me anymore.. "

"It's because I love you. So can you shut up."

Kuro could only cry.

"Second, I never asked you to split your love in two. If I do, I'll kill you."

"Why did you become a yandere?"

"Three, I'm asking you to remarry, but that's if you really love someone other than me. But never try to love him more than me. I will always be number one as the person you love the most.

"Aren't you too greedy?"

"Greed is needed in love. Otherwise, how could I have you while many, hundreds of women love you?"

Kuro could not argue. But he felt anger in Laila's words.

Laila stared at the shining moon.

"...Kuro, I think you're like a bright shining light. You gave us your light, gave us direction. But that's why there's nothing we can give you."

Laila releases Kuro's embrace and holds Kuro's cheek. Laila looked at Kuro with love and affection, but at the same time the gaze was so piercing.

"When he was with Solaris, he said as the light shone, then at the same time the darker the shadow was created. At first I didn't really understand what he meant, but in the fight against Maria, I understood everything. That word is actually meant for you."

At that fight, in the darkness that swallowed everything, only Kuro was fine. It was not because he was a descendant of the Demon King or King. Not because Kuro has the Authority.

From the beginning the darkness itself was with Kuro.

Light and darkness. Both of these things describe Kuro.

"Because that's why I kept thinking. How do you get that darkness out of you? You are the bright light that illuminates us. If I am the only one who seeks to return your light with a small light, the light I give is not enough to wipe out the darkness within you."

"That's why you're thinking of letting others give their light to me? Indeed, with many surrounded by many lights, darkness is impossible to create."

Laila smiled in agreement.

"Many women fall in love with you. It's not just because King or you are handsome or have a charming charisma. But they can all feel 'you need them'. That's why they're trying to get light from you and trying to give you back light. Kuro's... Do you understand what I mean?"

"..."

For Kuro there was nothing wrong in Laila's portrayal of her. He finally understood why Laila later discussed her cheating by trying to get Kuro's love alone.

Kuro clasped Laila's hand and felt her warmth.

(It's so warm. This is the light that gives warmth to my cold body)

Many call themselves without a heart. He could do anything and unhesitatingly kill any enemy that stood in his way.

And that's true. From the beginning, Kuro's heart had been frozen. That's why he doesn't want to lose the warmth and light he gets from others.

That was the reason why he had fought to this extent.

"...I understand Laila. But you're wrong to think the light you give isn't enough. You have the brightest light of all. You gave me love and family that I never had before. ... That's why, if you think like that, I'll do it. But not now... Right now my love is only yours. I might fall in love with someone else again, but I promise my love for you is the greatest."

That's his real feeling. Although there are other reasons why he can't fall in love again (can't fall in love anymore), but for him love is a blessing, and at the same time a curse.

Understanding this, she falls in love with Laila. It was the only thing Kuro could not change even though he had the power of Destiny Slayer.

".....thank you... I'm glad you understand how I feel. This way the burden I felt was a little less. Besides, if there's a lot of people tying you up, I don't think you'll ever walk away from my side."

"!"

Does Laila know that already? If yes, who told him?

"Oh yeah, I just let you marry the girl I admit, okay?"

"Aahaha..."

"One more thing, so that I don't get lonely when you're with another woman, I think you can just give me 10 kids."

"Are you serious?"

Laila's gaze was very serious. Kuro doesn't know what to react to.

"...Oh gosh. But take it easy, I'm actually a twin. 10 kids I don't think is a big deal."

Chief Kuro is really dizzy.