The female devils I saved came to my door

Wuming remembered clearly that Charlotte specifically asked her to group these books into one category and put them on the bookshelf closest to the sofa.He often picked up a book one afternoon and read it carefully while lying on the sofa.Occasionally, he can reveal some subtle smiles or express fleeting sadness.

He will also leave many handwritings and notes in the book as notes and marks.

At that time, Wuming just thought that Sir Charles was looking back at history from a modern perspective and lamenting the past regrets and achievements of that huge empire.Therefore, he, who has always been indifferent, would have those emotional fluctuations when reading history books.

Now, after meeting Lovna and Silna, and understanding Ciel's past, she finally realized that those books only recorded the appearance of the empire's history.What Ciel is really doing is to understand the stories of these two students over the past thousand years through these books.

Therefore, Wuming believes that Ciel is not a hermit with no ties to others.He is also an ordinary person who longs for reunion and love.

Therefore, Wuming didn't want him to continue to escape.

"Lord Charles, please tell Lovna and Silna about your past. Only honesty can bring them relief."

Charles listened carefully to Wuming's request. He was a little surprised that this girl, who usually had a gentle personality, could express his opinions so firmly.

Maybe she's right.

141.Past regrets

Ciel was touched by Wuming's request, and he began to really think about the possibility of confessing his past to the two students.

His thoughts couldn't help but drift back to the past:

On the eve of the official establishment of the Ipoli Empire.At that time, Hilna returned to Ipoli. She had many things hidden in her heart at that time - the identity of the Pope, the seven imprisoned children, the uneasiness of being alienated and neglected... She was obviously very distressed, but she did not dare to talk to Xia I shared that I just stayed alone in my unrecognizable hometown, working hard, hoping to escape the suffering in my heart.

As a teacher, Charles should have noticed the abnormality of this student early on and communicated with her immediately.

But at that time, he was just immersed in various complex tasks of compiling textbooks, renovating school buildings, and planning roads, and ignored Sirna's state of mind.

Therefore, without Ciel's guidance and help, Sirna would make an independent decision after thinking on her own.

At that time, as the war in the eastern part of the mainland subsided, transportation resumed.A group of messengers sent by the Holy See arrived in Ipoli at this time.

Those messengers were all paladins from Glory City.

In fact, many of them are Charles' former colleagues.

During their tenure in the Holy See, they actually had a good relationship with Ciel - after all, in the past, Ciel had a good reputation within the Holy See due to his peak swordsmanship and hard work.It was only later that after he obtained the power of the Netherworld, he went on many missions alone, and became accustomed to being a loner, that the relationship with other colleagues became weaker.

These knights came with questions and reproaches from the Holy See.

Although, in the past, the Holy See basically ignored the Eastern countries.The richer West basically regards the eastern regions such as Great Hessende as uncivilized and backward areas. It always allows the principalities, large and small, to conquer and annex each other, and rarely really intervenes in the affairs of these places.

However, Ipoli went too far: not only did he take advantage of the period when the Holy See had no time to visit, he occupied four times the land of the Great Hessende area, but he also bypassed the Holy See and accepted the orders of local clergy on his own. This is already a complete heresy. Acted.

Not to mention, the "red-haired witch" incident that caused quite a stir a few years ago.

At that time, there were riots instigated by the witch everywhere in the central and western parts of the mainland, and nobles from all over the country were clamoring to destroy the witch.

After the witch was captured, the Holy Knights of the Holy See also witnessed Ciel's defense of the students.

Moreover, the knights within the Holy See actually knew the inside story of the witch trial.

They knew that there was probably something wrong with the death of the compassionate bishop; the witch who was eventually executed was probably not Ciel's student.

However, these paladins are still willing to pretend to be deaf and dumb for Ciel.After all, he has outstanding talents in the Holy See and is appreciated by the Pope. Moreover, he is very popular and can get along with almost everyone.

However, now, this red-haired witch has become the leader of Ipoli openly and openly. She does not even bother to remain anonymous. Instead, she directly calls herself the "Defender of the Great Black Send" and the "Holy Maiden".

What puzzled them even more was that Cardinal Sirna, who had a high status in the Holy See, left Glory City under the guise of going home to visit relatives. After leaving Glory City, she left her subordinates and followers and ran back to her hometown.Her panicked subordinates had to return to Glory City and complain to the Holy See.

These paladins came to seek explanations with these questions and confusions.

Ciel also met them.

Those knights either collaborated with Ciel on missions during the plague, or worked with him to put down rebellions. They were all close friends, so Ciel could not turn a blind eye to their visit.

However, the paladins looked at Ciel with only confusion, confusion and anger on their faces.

"Char, we know that what happened with the 'Red-Haired Witch' back then was that your student was bewitched by a demon. It's understandable that you defended her... But now, what are you doing? Why are you helping her? Doing things here that only heretics would do? Do you know? There are rumors in many places that the red-haired witch has made a comeback in the East and is establishing her evil empire!"

"Didn't you swear to be loyal to the Holy See and protect the Holy Pope? Why did you stay here to establish your own business after leaving the Holy See? Where is your oath? Where is your responsibility? Are you worthy of the Pope's crown? Your holy sword?"

"Did you coax Bishop Sirna back? Although she is your student, she is also a cardinal with a promising future. Why do you want her to leave the Holy See? What good will this do to her?"

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The knights questioned Ciel, asking what stupid thing his former comrade was doing.

From their perspective, these questions are actually quite reasonable.

But Ciel couldn't tell them what he had experienced.He couldn't speak out, saying that he was protecting the heirs created by demons, nor could he talk about his break with Monroe.

He didn't even want to argue with these comrades.

Ciel could only muddle through.This also made these knights even more disappointed with him.

"Char, the Holy See needs you very much now, and it also needs Bishop Sirna very much." The old knight advised earnestly: "There are miracles outside the Glory City! The souls who have resurrected from the dead, the grains and fruits that are growing like crazy, The newly renovated capital... Heavenly Father is sending His grace, and we need someone to maintain order, someone to protect His Majesty, and to lead those believers. Go back quickly!"

"...I don't think it's a miracle. It's more like an illusion forged by Netherworld magic."

Ciel expressed his point of view: "Moreover, I can't return to the Holy See now. Sirna should also stay in her hometown and use her magical power to do something truly beneficial for her country - this is not heresy. This is a blasphemous evil act that is in line with the teachings.

"I will stay in Ipoli. But I will not be an enemy of the Holy See. I'm sorry, I hope you can leave here."

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Arguments inevitably occurred.

Some of these knights had bad tempers and even wanted to fight Ciel face to face, claiming that even if they were kidnapped, they would have to kidnap him and his students back to the Holy See.

Before these knights drew their swords and pointed them at Ciel, Sirna appeared immediately and stopped the possible conflict.

Out of etiquette, the knights still knelt down in front of the young cardinal.

"Teacher." Sirna looked at these knights who were fulfilling their duties and said nothing more. She just looked at Ciel sincerely: "Don't have any more conflicts with the Holy See. They are all reliable warriors and your friends. I will persuade them, please be patient, okay?”

Ciel thought for a while and agreed.

He originally thought that Sirna would use her identity to persuade these knights to leave Ipoli to avoid conflicts.But he didn't expect that Sirna's solution was to leave a message for the teacher to open personally. Under the escort of the knights, she left Ipoli and returned to the distant Glory City and the Holy See.

In the letter, she just told the teacher that she didn't like the current Yiboli.

This hometown that has changed a lot is her sister's masterpiece, and there is no place for her.But her departure was not to leave Shire, but because she did not want a conflict to break out between the Holy See and the current Ipoli. She had her own "things that had to be done."

No matter what, you have to deal with it yourself.She will be back soon.

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Of course Ciel knows it now.The reason why Sirna chose to leave at that time was because she had too many things hidden in her heart.

At that time, Sirna already knew the true identity of the Pope, the seven children imprisoned by the Holy See, and the truth about the so-called miracle. Therefore, in order to prevent the conflict she was worried about from breaking out, she took matters into her own hands. The ground left without saying goodbye.

She hopes to rely on her own plan to rescue the seven imprisoned children, make the Pope give up her paranoid ideals, and avoid the conflict between the Charles and the knights...

She wants to take all the responsibilities by herself.

But nothing can develop as expected just because of wishful thinking.

No one can solve all problems on his own, no one.

Sirna is like this, and so is Ciel.

Hiding secrets about others, thinking that you are responsible for the ones you love, will only lead to more regrets.

142.Determination

After returning to the study, Ciel, who was alone, slowly sat on the armchair in the center of the room.

After a brief silence, he raised his head and looked at the ceiling where the chandelier hung.

After some hesitation, he asked softly:

"Sirna? Are you here?"

There was no response, but in the study room with the doors and windows closed, the books on the bookcase seemed to shake slightly.

Ciel felt it, this was Sirna's response to him.

She is always there.

Ever since Ciel's peaceful life was broken by the unexpected appearance of Lovna, ever since he teleported to Lovnania, she has been here, always accompanying her teacher.

Like Lovna, she was waiting to meet Ciel again.But she just couldn't get over the knot in her heart.

"I know you are here. Sirna, I also know that you guided Lovna to find me. I am very grateful to you. Otherwise, I still can't make up my mind." He continued: "You also pretended to be Others have met me and are willing to communicate with Wuming face to face...but why are they still unwilling to see me with my true face?"

A soft sigh seemed to echo in the room.

Charles continued: "Those things in the past were not your fault in the first place. I have never been angry with you, let alone disappointed in you. The reason why I don't want to detail those past events with Lovna is just because there is no need. , it’s not that I really feel resentful or regretful.”

But this time, his words failed to receive any response.

Sirna seemed to be far away, but she still refused to show her face.

In order for Sirna to truly let go of her worries, he needed an opportunity.

Charles sat on the sofa and thought for a long time, and finally made a decision.

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In her long dream last night, Lovna recalled the past events.

She originally thought that Ciel would accompany her and run the increasingly prosperous empire together.She will accompany Ciel and teach the seven otherworldly children together.She will become a queen that makes the teacher proud, an excellent ruler, and lay the foundation for the ideal country that the teacher envisions.

Finally, when her dream comes true, she can be with Teacher Charles and enjoy the rest of her happy life...

Unfortunately, none of this happened.

Charles left her.Then, the seven children also gave up the power of the underworld that could have given them eternal life, and died one after another as ordinary people.

She was left alone in this increasingly changing and unfamiliar world.Oh, and Hilna, the sister with whom her relationship has become increasingly distant.

After the split, Yiboli also fought overtly and covertly for a long time under their respective guidance.Until finally they both became numb.

These memories made Lovna feel intensely tired and numb.

Even after meeting the familiar yet unfamiliar teacher Charles again after thousands of years, that kind of worry still lingers in her heart, and she still feels anxious and worried in her heart.

She still didn't know why Ciel left in the past, and why the teacher hid and refused to see her until now.I don't even know if Charles will leave without saying goodbye again and leave her alone in the future.

This made her very afraid.

Thinking like this, she suddenly felt a panic, as if she was about to fall into the cold abyss.

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But in the end, warm arms hugged her, dragging Lovna out of her drowsy nightmare, and she woke up.

Lovna opened her eyes drowsily and smelled the scent of Teacher Ciel. Then, she slowly raised her head and met Ciel's face.His teacher was sitting by the bed, looking at her who had just woken up.

"Teacher..." She had just woken up from the nightmare and was about to hug Ciel and say something, but suddenly she remembered that she was angry with the teacher recently, and it would be inappropriate to show too closeness.She was at a loss.

Charles saw her hesitation and didn't say anything. He just helped her sit on the edge of the bed. He also sat next to her and hugged the girl's slender waist tightly.Lovna, who was hugged by the teacher, also felt a little relieved.

After kissing her forehead, Charles said: "...Lovna, the things I have experienced in the past are too complicated, and I still don't know how to tell you the truth. Sher Lana and the others did not survive with us. Now, I am also very sorry. There is also your sister Hilna. I know she is around, but I can't resolve her heart knot and give her the courage to come to see me... For so long, I haven't taken the initiative I'm looking for you, but I made you wait until now, I'm sorry. Are you still angry with me? "

"..." After a moment of silence, Lovna was about to nod, but after thinking about it, she shook her head slightly: "I don't know... I just want a guarantee: as long as I can be sure, Teacher, you will always If you stay with me, everything will be fine. If you leave me again, I really can't wait for another thousand years..."

Looking at the empress's crimson eyes full of pleading, of course Ciel couldn't say no.

"Yes..." Charles agreed first.

The room fell silent again.

After a while, Charles finally spoke: "Lovna, I hope you can truly reconcile with your sister, and I hope Sirna can come out to see me frankly. I have also figured it out, give me a chance - —Let’s leave here first and go somewhere else.”

"Other place?" Lovna didn't react for a moment: "Where are you going?"

"The capital of the West Ipoli Empire, Sirnaria. Where is the answer I want to tell you and Sirna - the truth of the past and the reason for my departure."

As he spoke, Ciel looked away, raised his head, and looked at the ceiling of the bedroom.

He knew that Sirna was also listening to their conversation.This was not only his answer to Lovna, but also to Sirna.

————Travel————

Today, the empire has developed power equipment similar to internal combustion engines based on elemental magic.The East Ipolitan Empire also has a fairly mature railway transportation system.There were frequent long-distance trains to the western frontier of the empire.In ancient times, the journey on horseback took several months, but now it only takes less than a week.It can be said to be extremely convenient.

"Master Charles... why are you suddenly determined to go to the Western Ipoli Empire?" Wuming was very puzzled: "This decision is too sudden."

"Not obtrusive. Nameless." Charles had already packed his bag and put the heavy sword "Ether" in the sword case: "As you suggested, I need to be honest with Hilna and Lovna about my The past. As for Hilnarea, there is a capital city built on the old site of Glory City. That is where the story ends, and there is the answer they long to know.

"What's more, I have already seen Lovna's empire, and I can't be fair to Sirna. She is also a student I am proud of."