Duke, Please Repent!

Duke, Please Repent! chapter 188
38. The Duke and the Unpleasant Daily Life

Just like in [Master of the Holy Sword]. The continent was in turmoil due to the rumors spread by the demons.

It started from the question of whether Humanus would be able to fulfill that role as the master of the Holy Sword.

The true master of the Holy Sword went through the alienation called Serpens, and reached the theory of abandonment of the continent of the god Luxmea, which was derived from it.

'It's all groundless nonsense. If Luxmea had abandoned the continent, would you have sent me?'

In fact, it was quite a long time ago that these rumors began to circulate.

The Demon King was a regressor, and he already knew that these rumors worked effectively.

There was no need to wait for Humanus to defeat the bandits.

There are two reasons why I am only now hearing rumors that have already begun to spread long ago.

Unlike in [Master of the Holy Sword], the Empire was actively supporting Humanus.

It's a natural thing to say, but it was scary to mention such rumors, and they caught everyone who opened their mouths.

The first reason is that such words could not be brought out and rumors did not spread.

The second reason is .

''Let's talk a little bit from now on. Yes?

"So this time , no. From now on, I will tell you right away.''

It was because Serpence, who had heard the rumor earlier, did not say a word to me.

After being scolded by me yesterday. It is said that he thought about something that he did not tell me and came to mind.

I'll keep a close eye on you from now on, okay?

"It doesn't matter . Honestly, doesn't Sunwoo consider me a superior?"

That's why you're using polite words like this all the time, right?

Isn't it little by little? How many times have I...

Uh-huh!

Serpense sticks out her mouth as if it's unfair.

You shouldn't keep getting used to it, but it's a big deal because it's fun to make fun of him.

Other than that?

The Luxmea Church is about to officially declare that the Tenebrio Church is a heresy created by demon worshipers.

Wow! The demons haven't even built a 'gyo' yet, they'll pull it out before it even sprouts!

"It's the achievement of Sunwoo."

It can be said that it is a very great achievement.

And they said that they would also announce that they would give a reward if they reported the rumor to the denomination as soon as they heard the rumor.

If it was the official announcement of the denomination, it would be to catch the rumors that spread throughout the continent as well as the Empire.

The reason that Tenebrio Church, which has not yet been established, was mentioned is also to clarify the source of false rumors.

"However, the denomination cannot make such an announcement.

Where did you hear about the plan? Hopefully again... !

Don't worry, I didn't hide in the church. I was mentioned in the rumors in question, so I just received a letter to ask for your understanding in advance.

If that rumor didn't come naturally, but was deliberately invented and spread by demons.

Another false fact may be created that Serpens has attached to the evil force with regret for the holy sword, or may be attached to it.

I'll understand that.

'Luckily, on the day of choice

Is it that Serpens showed no regrets or obsession with the Holy Sword?'

He was surprised that Humanus had received the Holy Sword, but rather than denying that someone else had received the Holy Sword, he It was because of a manly reason to even mention it.

That's why the current denomination believes in Serpence and asks for your understanding in advance, isn't it?

Does the saying that it was planned mean that Serpence allowed it to happen? Or was it that the word was understood and in fact it was a notice?

The person who spread the rumors worships the devil

It is only a matter of time before the power is revealed. Rather, it would be far better to put it to rest before the rumors get bigger, to officially announce that they mentioned me as a foreign book, and to announce that I believe that the Crown Prince is the true master of the Holy Sword.

Well, that's right.

It's going to be a bit noisy for a while, but it's better to sell first, and pay off your debts quickly before the interest accrues.

And once Humanus has successfully completed his ordeal, the rumors linked one after another will turn out to be false.

However, it is even more fatal if rumors such as 'Serpens, who coveted the status of the master of the holy sword, spread rumors!'

What you're doing, don't just say 'the Crown Prince' and say, 'Why don't you add something like an old friend of mine?

As for my position, it's difficult since I've already sent a reply. Wouldn't it be rather contrived to add something like that now?

It's true, but I can't shake the thought that it's like an excuse.

I wish I had written that expression from the beginning, right?

"If the Crown Prince gets to know Serpence deeply, you don't think he will understand you, right?"

Why are you saying that all of a sudden?

Why?

I tried to think only in my mind, but the words came out in vain in a frustrated heart.

Serpens shrugged his shoulders and looked at me with surprised eyes.

Come on, come on! Think about it! How many years has Serpens been with Humanus?

Wait, that name is...

Humanus said that to Eugenes. Serpense's friend is his friend, so you can call him by his/her first name. I'm also Serpense's friend, so that'll be fine!

Wylydia-nim and Seon-woo are in different situations.

It's different. Eugenes is still at the classmate level, and I'm a perfect best friend, Jjang Chin, and Solmen! Oh, Solme is an abbreviation for Soul Mate. It means soul mate.

If it was the same as before, I would have had an eye for what to do.

The current Serpence is 'If that's the case,

I can't help it. he nodded as if to say.

Even that wasn't enough, he bit his lips to desperately lower the corners of his lips that were about to go up.

Uhhhhhh! If that's the case, well... I still don't understand why my friend becomes the Prince's friend, but... well, yes. I can't help it.

If the two of us were friends, everyone would envy me, but Serpens acted as if he was the envy of everyone.

It's been 1 year and 3 months since I met him.

He's so proud

was first seen. are you okay?

"The first time I met him was around the age of eight."

It's been longer than you think! But didn't you say anything from your shoulder?

"What did I have to say?"

"It's painful, it's hard, it's scary, right?"

Oh .

If you put on the expression that you learned something you didn't know, you don't know how to react to that.

I'm short of breath.

"Uh, um If we've known each other since we were 8, what is that what is that :

It's fine, so there's no need to turn around and talk.

When he says it's okay, I'm not okay.

Anyway! It was worth talking about. Humanus is not a member of the Prasidus family, and it would have been better if he had induced the emperor to tell him about it...

"At that time, I only thought that the environment I was in was taken for granted. Anyone who grows up in a position to take responsibility goes through it.

did. So, I was ashamed of myself for not being able to bear it and having a hard time.

And it was until recently.

This is the problem.

Because of this, adults who say that it is normal for children to be abused wherever they are.

There were many cases where they could not seek help and were buried like that.

All adults are responsible and at fault.

that it is wrong to hit a child under any circumstances,

everyone should know

'Even a silent animal can be educated if it is read extensively with praise and snacks... .'

I don't understand how one can use violence against a child of a person who can communicate.

It is said that discipline is not a rod, but a way of guiding and teaching people by virtue.

Choosing a hawk rather than virtue is, in the end, only a sign that one lacks virtue.

It's definitely not the child's fault.

"Serpens, that's "

I know. Now, I know. It's just, it was then.

How painful it is to feel that smile that was forcibly created.

Does he know how to make a face like that?

That's why, I thought he was also going through a similar thing as the next emperor. Still, seeing him smiling brightly... a little bit , a little bit. I respected him..., but...

Actually it wasn't, he was serious

To know that I was able to put on a happy smile because I was happy.

How abominable it must have been for such a Humanus to pretend to be friendly with him and say he has a sense of identity.

It was probably the first true betrayal he encountered in his life.

'I didn't know there was such a story... .'

Also, that's why we need to talk.

I was just talking about being friendly, but I'm ashamed of myself for asking why.

"Would you like to hold my hand?"

It's okay. No, it's not okay... ha ha...

He let out a long breath. His breath trembled softly as if it was about to break, and it was dry as if he had squeezed out something that had been clogged up.

The boy put his left hand on his forehead and bowed his head. Perhaps the fountain pen he was holding in his right hand had just been missed, and it suddenly fell and rolled over and fell to the bottom of the desk.

He got up from his seat, walked up to him, and grabbed his empty hand.

Serpens.

"Ah , Sunwoo."

Then he took a deep breath, as if he was out of breath.

His face, with his head raised, was not crying, but he didn't even look like he was in the mood to cry.

His face faltered reflexively. There was something caught at my feet, so I looked down and saw the fountain pen that had just fallen off.

Whether the cartridge inside was broken by the impact of the drop, the black ink that spilled out spreads like tears and smears the carpet

was blown away

I know it's not his fault.

Serpens spoke as if he was doing the sacrament of confession. Even though it wasn't necessary at all.

How many people can say that in a situation like this?

At first, I was skeptical that it would be possible to rewrite him, but just by brushing away the old dust, he was a man of light.

Stepping closer, I put my free hand on his shoulder.

That's right. It's not Humanus' fault. But that doesn't mean it's Serpence's fault to blame him. Serpence's not at fault either. It would have been.

Sunwoo never...

No, I don't know. The life I've been living is different from Serpens.

...it's difficult.

"The more you try to deny it, the more difficult it gets. If Serpence had a normal life, it would be much nicer than the external appearance that Serpense plays.

And he would have been a great person. And it's not too late yet.

He shook his head as he spoke the words of difficulty again.