At noon~
I was talking with Xiona when Voclain arrived.
Voclain " Seeing you helping us means, she's already dead." He said the obvious.
Usman" Yes, Firuza killed her last night." I said.
Xiona" Firuza?" She asked me confused.
So, I told them about our battle.
Voclain " Hmm, that was a sound strategy against someone cunning like her. Where is she?" He asked.
Usman" She is in her family's tavern." I said.
Voclain" I see... I am surprised she didn't come."
Usman" IT was me who didn't bring her here. She would be overwhelmed by the Undeads."
Voclain" That's correct. Now, let me gather my troops. Baronet Mahogany, come with me."
Xiona" Yes, my lord. I will meet you later."
I nodded. After that the Rebellion army went in the Umbar White and announced their victory. Remaining people of the town were overjoyed. They asked for a celebration which was accepted on a minor level. Because Voclain seemed to mourn the death before anything. Populace also agreed to that. Voclain announced that the celebration would occur on the arrival of lady Ubik. Just like that preparations for the celebration began. Then, he met with Firuza and her family.
He took them to a room for a political discussion with Xiona in a room.
As for me, I went to my room and slept peacefully for the time being. Afterall, I couldn't do anything about delayed test. So, it was useless thinking about it. After a week, lady Ubik arrived. As she arrived, the celebration started. People were joyous after what they went through. Voclain, Xiona, lady Ubik and Firuza and her family were sitting along on a grand table in the town centre. They were probably talking about something important, considering their facial expressions.
As for me, I was enjoying my very first fantasy world celebration. Man~ it brought back memories of my favourite mangas. But I still didn't drink. I didn't want to know my quirky drunk nature. No thanks. I even tasted some food. Mhm~ They were good. During that...
Tink! Tink! Tink!
Voclain " People of Umbar White! Today is the day of freedom from the clutches of a necromancer! Today! We will pledge to protect our newly gained freedom and to remain steadfast against the future hardships! Government which used to follow the rules of Feudalism will now follow the rules of Bureaucracy!"
HOOO! HOOO! HOOO!
Usman ' Bureaucracy?'
Luminous ' In this, all four nobles will both work together and alone. Meaning, they will work in their own departments but work together in some big decisions.'
Usman ' I see.'
Voclain " As for the seat of this town! We have chosen the woman who arised as a healer and save people lives before! Who is now chosen as a druid killed the evil necromancer! The none then other, Firuza Fironova! The new Viscountess!"
HOOO! HOOO! HOOO!
Usman ' He got quite a charisma.'
Luminous ' Indeed.'
Firuza stood up and take the oath as a Viscountess. Seeing the ceremony is over, I was going behind with a glass of red grapes juice.
Ilma" Now, everyone! Give a toast to the person who made all this possible by removing the obstacles in the way of our victory! Crimson warrior, Usman!"
HOOO! HOOO! HOOO!
People were cheering towards me?! I looked behind and saw her gesturing towards me. I gave her a why you did that look. Upon which, she smiled and looked towards Voclain.
Usman ' Was it some kind of bet or something?'
I shrugged and emptied my juice. Put the glass on a table and went back to enjoy something else.
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As he was going towards buffet....
Ilma " I told you, he's not one to brag."
Firuza " He has a pure heart!"
Peppi " Yeah~"
Feya" He isn't proud too."
Xiona " Truly rare!"
Voclain" Even though, he's a mercenary."
Feya " Which brings the question. Why he become one?"
They all nodded.
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At sunset
I was going to tavern.
Xiona " Usman!"
I looked behind and saw her coming towards me with a smile.
Usman " Yes, my lady."
As I said that, she poured.
Xiona" Xiona! I prefer you call me that."
Usman " Then, Xiona. "
She nodded victoriously.
Xiona" I want you to come with me." She said blushing.
Usman" Lead the way."
We went towards the city wall in the north facing the mountains. After some time, she turned towards me.
Xiona " I... want to.... become your....fiance!" She said with a red face.
Wind blew around us, flowing our hair.
Luminous ' She wants you to kiss her.'
Usman ' Can I...do it on.... forehead?'
Luminous ' It represents parental love in this world.'
Usman ' How about... cheeks?'
Luminous ' Represents siblings love.'
Sigh~ I moved forward and brought my lips to her while closing my eyes. She also closed her eyes and I had my first kiss.
Chu!
After a moment, we separated and she hugged me with a smile.
Xiona " Thanks! I am so happy! I am not lonely anymore!" She said hugging me tightly.
I hugged her back. Then, few minutes later. We separated and we went our ways after another kiss. I went to tavern and slept.
Next morning 🌅
Ding!
Test is going to begin!
It will take place outside the town in the clearing near the forest!
Usman " DAMN!" I said checking my map.
There was a half red dragon warrior, barlgura, drow elite warrior, cambion, young remorhaz, barbed devil and earth elemental.
Usman " What...is this...an army?!" I said shocked.
Luminous ' It's entity's retaliation to your actions.'
Usman ' Alright! Let's think a strategy!'