The Demon King's Reincarnation Starts a New Life From Zero
V1 Chapter 43 Stagius Fabric Dilemma
Nothing could stop the Earthworm from restarting its noisy rumbling movements around this direction.
Running, running, and running, continued.
When it turned into night, the Earthworm that Luuty handled finally stopped its movement.
This was only due to the fact that Luuty, who was constantly pouring magical power into the magic ball, was exhausted, and the field of vision became smaller during the night.
It would be a big deal if they were running a caravan that was roaming around at night on a trail or something. Because of this, Shion's group finally went through the night camping.
“...... Fuu”
Descending to the ground from the rope ladder, Cain observed the area.
In a place where the darkness of the night had taken hold, Cain could not find the person he wanted and was confused.
"……Huh? Mr Shion?”
Unable to find the man who should have taken the task of vigil and came out, as he restlessly looked around, the sound of someone descending the rope ladder sounded from behind him.
When he reflexively turned around, the Shion he was looking for was there with a face looking desperate.
“What do you do?”
“Eh, um. Mr. Shion, I'm looking for you ...”.
“Glave. What do you think Earthworms are for?”
Right, in this place, Shion's group didn't make a bonfire. The existence of Earthworms is a big reason for that.
First, one of the reasons for making fire is as an animal repellent. Animals are afraid of fire. However, a sane animal would not even come close to Earthworms. Because of this, one of the reasons for lighting a fire was erased.
Then, another reason to make a fire is to seek warmth. However, this area in the year is quite warm even at night, so the second reason to light a fire is erased with this.
The last remaining reason was to secure the light just in case against the bandits, but as long as one guarded by looking down from above the Earth Worm's body, it was, a surprise attack might not happen unless they were negligent.
Therefore, the reason for lighting a fire was completely removed, and it was only natural that people keeping watch over the situation was mainly done above Earth Worms.
The reason why Kain could not find Shion was because Shion was on top of a sitting box that had the best view, and was conducting surveillance from there.
“So, do you need anything?”
After Shion returned to the top of the box while saying that, Kain imitated her and also climbed to the top of the box.
The box that did not emit a creaking sound even with the two men on it, had a crazy endurance that would not be trustworthy even for a high-class carriage.
“Yes, that's because we haven't really had the chance to take the time and talk after all.”
“...... I don't think anyone can really talk about.”
“That may be true.”
“What's with it.”
In response to Shion making a face that said that he found this incomprehensible, Kain scratched his hand he looked troubled.
After his gaze wandered through the air as if searching for words, Kain returned his gaze to Shion.
“Mr Shion, you've been on an adventure, haven't you?”
“If we limit it in this country, then passable.”
“Why?”
Shion was confused as to how he should answer Cain's question.
Even if he asked why, there was no way he could answer it.
He does have an answer.
For the sake of the Monsters of the Black Continent, he would crush matters before turning into unnecessary strife. That's all it is. However, there was no way he could tell that to be honest.
That's why Shion answered like this.
“Is reason really necessary?”
With those words, Kain said nothing and looked into Shion's eyes.
Making a small smile in the end, Kain shook his head to the side.
“...... No.”
“Do you want to ask about such a thing?”
With those words, Cain said nothing and looked up at the night sky. The sky where the moon is red and the stars are floating, is not cloudy.
After staring at that and letting out a small sigh, Kain muttered a few words.
“I was just thinking, what should I do.”
“What are you talking about?”
“About the future.”
In other words, he may be seeking counseling.
“Even if you are talking about the future, you are the son of the Baron House, right?”
“It's true.”
“In this case, you don't have to worry about anything, right?”
If he were the eldest son of the Baron House, he could have inherited the house, and even if Cain was the second son, he could have inherited it, a young woman with a surname who obviously likes Kain──Sharon is there.
In this Shutaia Continent, who had surnames were either nobles or traders——And because they were rich merchants at that time, he said, he did not think that there would be any anxiety for the future of Cain.
“It was of course true but ....”.
“In this case, what are you worried about?”
Most likely, this was a worry that would ever exist in their lives, was what Shion thought.
Anyone would worry and wonder if they themselves were okay with this alone.
There were times where even when one did not know clearly what they should do, they vaguely felt that they could not continue on as they are now.
Thinking that Kain must also be like that, Shion sighed once more in his mind.
He had no obligation to go with her, but since it would also be troublesome to push her away, Shion decided to leave along with the young man's worries, and quietly waited for Cain's words.
“I, have the strength to fight.”
“It's true.”
“According to Sharon's father, I also seem to have some sense for a merchant.”
“Hmm.”
“But I, also have a duty as the eldest son of the Baron House. I need to guide the people in my region ...”.
“Hmm, hmm.”
“I don't know which path is right to choose ...... And although the reason why we came here was to become strong enough to be able to exterminate monsters that even a knight could not handle, or that could defeat a knight, it will definitely be useful in the way.”
While making a noncommittal interjection to show that he was paying attention, Shion sighed.
In short, this man named Kain, he was a very talented man, earnestly.
And because he had a high social position and connections on top of that, he hesitated on what would be the best thing for him to do.
In life, there are many times where there is no answer, whether doing something is right or not.
The only one who would have a clear answer was probably the Hero.
If one is a Hero, bringing peace to the world is the only correct answer.
An example of a Hero choosing a path other than that ... For now, Shion doesn't know a single one. However, since Cain did not have something like that, he was lost.
Shion thought that they were traveling together on this request most likely brought this concern.
The people of the city are afraid of the Ogres.
A feudal lord who basically let the townspeople he was supposed to protect die without helping them.
Adventurers who have been on expeditions to defeat the Ogres and protect the townsfolk.
This fact had made Cain lose his way.
Something like a necessity to guide a Human, Shion did not feel that at all. However, Shion spoke with a mixed sigh.
“It's okay if you live as you like.”
“Eh?”
Cain opened his eyes wide in shock at Shion's words.
“You should worry enough about it, then go down the path you think is best. If you can also see what you want most ..... Then it might be the right one.”
Those were the words he could speak because he was a man who did not have that in his previous life.
Those were words he could speak because his meaningless and worthless life had ended.
And then, those were the words he could say because he had that in his current life.
Those were the words he could speak because he lived his life running for what he personally wanted.
“Seeing it is over, it is a meaningless and worthless life ....... saying something like that, would be too sad, wouldn't it?”
As if pondering those words, Cain closed his eyes.
“...... That's right.”
Thank you very much.
Cain muttered that.
Shion did not reply with those words, and while thinking that she was saying something because of her nature, she stared at the pale moon while contemplating her fate.
