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"King, forgive my presumptuous question."
As they entered Lucretia's castle, Erica followed a step behind Hiro and spoke carefully.
"Before today, had any magic societies sworn loyalty to you?"
Before today-no, before yesterday-she had never even heard the name "Hiro."
But after seeing that lion, something that could unquestionably be called an Authority, she did not believe Hiro had only rejected the Campione ritual for the first time today.
Which meant that, counting the two just now, Hiro had slain at least three Heretic Gods while still remaining human.
And yet-
Not even a trace of this news had spread in the inner world.
It was so unreasonable that Erica briefly suspected all of it was because Hiro had used yesterday's method to erase all information about himself, even eliminating all those who knew, without anyone realizing.
But judging from what she had seen today, that last possibility seemed unlikely.
"No."
Hiro replied without turning his head.
Even so, he clearly perceived Erica's expression-and her thoughts.
"Then-"
Bang.
Just as Erica spoke, a dull sound rang out behind Hiro.
At the same time, the caution and restraint in her voice vanished, replaced by solemn seriousness.
"Please allow me, Erica Blandelli, here and now, to offer my entire life's loyalty to the great King, Nanamiya Hiro!"
Erica Blandelli.
Not Red Copper Black Cross.
So this was a personal oath.
Catching the implication, Hiro stopped, turned around, and looked at the blonde knight kneeling on one knee, performing a standard knight's oath.
"Only you," he asked calmly. "Not including Red Copper Black Cross?"
"Yes!"
Erica answered without hesitation.
"I am not my uncle and cannot represent the collective will of Red Copper Black Cross."
"What I can offer is only my own loyalty. However-"
In her mind, a chill crept in.
If those old men underestimate the King because of his appearance, and truly anger him-
If he releases that lion in downtown Rome-
Just imagining it made her spine go cold.
After a brief pause, she continued.
"As long as the King is willing to go to Rome, to the headquarters of Red Copper Black Cross, and display his power before those stubborn old men, they will surely be convinced."
"And like me, they will offer you all their loyalty."
Looking down at her submissive posture, Hiro gave a cold smile.
"Very well."
"I accept Erica Blandelli's loyalty."
"Thank you for the King's mercy!"
Her head, already lowered, nearly dropped further.
There was faint joy in her voice.
But before that joy could settle, Hiro's next words froze her blood.
"As for Red Copper Black Cross, your origin, their loyalty is unnecessary."
"They only need to submit."
"Next."
"I issue the first task to my knight, Erica Blandelli."
"Yes."
Only now did Erica realize what she had just suggested.
Letting a Demon King personally go to Rome to subdue Red Copper Black Cross-
How ignorant did one have to be to say that?
An organization that needs a Demon King to personally intervene-
Did I think Red Copper Black Cross was some minor sect?
What stupid things did I just say?
As regret surged, Hiro's merciless order followed.
"Take my power."
"Go to Rome."
"Subdue the magic society Red Copper Black Cross."
"Any problems?"
"No problem."
"I will definitely bring you victory."
Her answer came without hesitation.
Her thoughts did not.
Because the King treated Arianna gently, I thought he was a rare benevolent ruler and swore loyalty immediately.
Wasn't that... too rash?
In less than a day, what could I truly understand?
"I am the strongest, and I hold all victory."
"When calamity befalls you, you need only recite the words of victory I grant you."
"Sing of my victory, and you will receive my protection."
As Erica silently accepted the mission, she was already thinking about how to leave her former colleagues a way out.
Then unfamiliar words reached her ears.
"Erica."
"Raise your head."
Hearing the command, she subconsciously lifted her gaze.
Tea-colored eyes met hers.
"Mm-!!"
No.
No way.
What did I swear loyalty to?
A pervert?!
Blinking twice, Erica felt like crying inside.
But since things had come this far, she could only swallow the grievance and endure it alone.
"When you judge the timing to be right," Hiro continued calmly, "call my name sincerely."
"Leave the rest to me."
"Yes."
She lowered her head again, answering respectfully.
So that was the activation condition of that authority just now?
Doesn't that mean my first kiss is only worth the price of one Red Copper Black Cross?
Even if I technically made a profit, why do I feel like crying?
Your first kiss isn't that valuable.
In the original work, it was given away for free.
Hearing her thoughts, Hiro complained silently.
"Rest assured."
"I have no interest in destroying my own toys."
"I will not massacre Red Copper Black Cross."
"Thank you for the King's mercy."
Only then did Erica feel slightly relieved.
"Oh, right."
Just as she stood up, Hiro seemed to recall something and turned back.
"Has Liliana Kranjcar sworn loyalty to Marquis Voban yet?"
"Not yet."
The King can observe the future?
Lion.
Mind or body manipulation.
Future sight.
Verethragna.
God-King Melqart.
At least five Heretic Gods slain.
Add that purple humanoid-
That makes six.
Erica's pupils shrank sharply.
Her awe rose another level.
"Then when you return, bring Liliana back as well."
"For now, let Arianna come to my room."
"Yes."
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