
In the ruins of an ancient building, like an arena on the highest mountain peak of the continent of Antareksia.
There is a very intense 16 vs 1 fight going on.
Although the numbers were out of balance, that one person managed to repel the other 15 people very easily. And leave one person to fight.
As the two of them clashed against each other the two swords came an incredible magic explosion. From the irritated expression shown by one of them.
It was clearly hate that was visible. They continued to fight swords endlessly until the end they crossed each other's swords and tried to resist each other's attacks.
"Why?...... Why are you doing all this, Dylan? You're that strong..... Why don't you use your power to help others?".
His golden-haired opponent called out to the man in front of him Dylan. And Dylan began to answer the question of his opponent.
"Help people? What kind of shit is that, Reiner? What good am I to help them? And also, stop acting like you know me".
Dylan and Reiner fought each other with swords.
"Do you know Reiner, how much I hate you and everyone around you, huh?".
While continuing to clash with Dylan's sword unleashed all the hatred he was craving.
"Do you know what it's like to be betrayed? Do you know what it's like to see your parents die in front of your eyes? Do you know what it's like to be ignored when you ask for help? Do you know what it's like...... WHEN YOU LOSE EVERYTHING!!!!".
Dylan's hard sword swing could no longer be held back by Reiner to make him retreat backwards.
"So, stop talking nonsense, Reiner".
Reiner was silent for a moment, before finally starting to respond to Dylan's remarks.
"Right, I don't know. I have never experienced it either..... But, obviously whatever the conditions..... We need to stay on the right path.... And clinging to the principle of justice, the slightest hope will come".
"In a situation like this..... You're still talking nonsense and forcing your idealists on me".
Dylan who was already extremely irritated immediately gathered an enormous amount of magic energy around him. Then he started talking again.
"Then let's prove it..... Between your "Justice and Hope" and my "Hate and Suffering".
"Alright, Dylan.... I also have no intention of stopping with my idealists".
In response to Dylan, Reiner immediately gathered magic energy around his body.
Both of them were alike, reassembling the fighting technique and tightly grasping his sword. Their gaze was only focused on looking at the one in front of him.
And in the same moment the two immediately jumped up and launched an attack on each other.
""Woooooooooo......"".
The screams of the two grasped extremely hard, and at that moment an extremely bright white light covered everything.
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After a while the white light disappeared, replaced the beautiful roof of the building.
It turned out that it was all a dream that Dylan had experienced while he was asleep. Realizing it was just a dream, Dylan tried to get up from his sleep and sat down.
Her hand held her face, and she was still thinking about the dream she had just experienced.
"If not mistaken, it was the scene where Dylan fought Reiner for the last time. Why do I dream about it now?".
Dylan wondered about his dream. In the midst of confusion about his dream. Someone went into Dylan's room.
And when he wondered who it was, it appeared that he was his father, Hyoga.
"What's your condition, Dylan?".
"Well, my wound is completely healed. But the pain is still there..... Your own father, how?".
"As you can see. I'm fresh fit".
"Thank God then... I'm really grateful for the hard work of the medical team".
"Oh, yeah".
Hyoga then took a chair and started to sit while staring at Dylan.
"So, Dylan.... Can you tell me 1 thing".
"Hmmm..".
"Do you really know there's going to be an invasion of these monsters?".
Hyoga's question left Dylan speechless for a moment. Dylan started to open his mouth.
"Yes....... Iknow".
"Haa..... So, I see...... Why didn't you tell us first? If we had known about this, we might have worked together, wouldn't we?".
In fact, Dylan learned of this incident based on the story in the game "Long Life Brave" he played.
Originally, he had only planned to be able to avoid the incoming Death Flag. But, now he was doing all this by himself not out of his will alone.
Except to protect everything.
The reason for that was that the soul inside Dylan no longer considered everyone around him to be mere NPCs.
They are real and real.
The kindness and warmth they gave touched the bottom of his heart. Because that strong feeling is what has now completely changed his original purpose.
After pondering for a moment, Dylan again gave his reason. Looking down and clenching his hands.
"If I tell the others about the monster invasion. Maybe someone is a victim.... Just think about it...... Hence, I took the only path that was to fight alone".
Hyoga fell silent and bowed for a moment after hearing the unexpected answer from his son and he started muttering to himself.
*Stupid base..... Why is your stupidity the same as mine in the past.....*.
"Hmmm?".
Dylan was a little surprised and confused by hearing his father's murmur. Then Hyoga again nodded his head and looked at Dylan.
"I'd really like to say you're "stupid".... But, thanks. The townspeople are saved".
"Dad".
Hyoga gave a compliment to Dylan while showing a beautiful smile. Dylan was very impressed by the simple praise his father gave him.
Then Hyoga stood up from his seat to Dylan and grabbed him by the shoulder. With a sad facial expression that he showed Hyoga spoke again.
"Listen to me, Dylan.... Because of your doubts, you can make the best decision. And you decided to fight alone.... Taking action without a good idea or plan is okay.... But, that's obvious. I'm so grateful that you're alive, Dylan".
Dylan fell silent and impressed at the same time, not expecting that his father, who was so sweet and sometimes his own will, could shed tears.
"Damn it.... Talking like that's not just my style".
Hyoga who regained consciousness immediately wiped away her tears. But, he came to a halt when he saw Dylan also bowed and shed tears. Then one of his hands touched his son's head.
Dylan who felt his head touched after a while nodded his head and looked towards Hyoga.
"Dylan.... If you feel like what you're saying is wrong, think slowly.... Fortunately, there were no casualties.... We still have plenty of time. Of course, no one will blame you.... So, that's all for today".
Hyoga immediately left Dylan, but before actually leaving. Hyoga turned to Dylan and spoke again.
"Oh yeah. If your body is fine, go out and take a walk in the city. Because you are the hero of this city and region. A lot of people are waiting for you".
Hyoga left immediately after saying that to Dylan.
After seeing the figure of his father leave, Dylan lowered his head again and began to think about what impact it would have in the future after what he did.
(Now, what should I do? There are some lines that surprise me? Like the fact that Oscar was the mastermind behind the destruction of the Arcadia region and also the coup in the Kingdom of Rachael. Not to mention, that person was the reason why Princess Sylvia allied with the Evil Goddess Hella..... Now, Oscar is dead.... The Arcadia region is saved, the Royal Coup of Rachael will not take place, and the daughter of Sylvia will not fall into darkness..... But, Reiner lost a mentor that was crucial to his character development......... Indeed my goal is to avoid the Death Flag..... And because of the actions I took....... The flow must have changed drastically........ The future I can't predict).
Dylan touched his head. And started asking himself.
"Is there a solution without causing a problem".
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The King's Castle in the Kingdom of Rachael.
There is a room guarded by 2 knights with complete armor. Inside the room was the figure of a girl who was sleeping while continuing to hug her pillow.
The girl had an incredible beauty, long hair that was pure white and eyes that were diamond blue. Her chest was quite contained and her curves were very fitting with the slender dress she was wearing.
Her name is Sylvia Fou Rachael. The only daughter of King William fou Rachael is also one of the future "villain" characters.
From the look on his face that looked glum he was like thinking of something. Yes, something he just experienced.
His father, King Rachael, decided to find his daughter a fiancee. However, because of the old rules that require him to ask for advice to people who are said to be chosen by Lord Aesir as his representative.
And they call themselves "The Oracle's".
But their advice was surprising. The "Oracle's" instructs the King to choose a princess companion is one of the members of the 10 holy knights.
The King certainly very clearly rejected this. Wh why? Because the 10 holy knights are subordinate knights of The Oracle's itself.
Not running out of ways. The Oracle's made a suggestion that the 10 knights to fight each other and who wins will be the fiancee and the next King candidate.
In fact, King William was eager to reject the offer. But, from a long time ago, The Oracle's had a stronger voice than the King himself. And he was forced to accept this offer.
Then, Sylvia's mind again twisted the memory when she had dinner with Oscar just by herself. Looking at Sylvia who was constantly pondering, made Oscar ask.
"Where if you smile a little, Miss Sylvia?".
Sylvia was silent, not responding to Oscar's words.
"I've won a match that your father and the Oracle's held..... You already know what that means, right?..... I've qualified as King based on The Oracle's judgment.... And if I could introduce my good name at home and abroad, I would be the full King".
"What do you want to do after you become King?".
Sylvia who from earlier was silent and had not touched her food asked Oscar's purpose. Then, Oscar stood up and walked over to the window.
Look out the window and see what's out there. A few moments later, she began to answer Sylvia's questions.
"As you know.... This kingdom became great because of the war.... And because of that, I want to return it to its original form".
"Don't...... ".
Hearing Oscar's words made Sylvia widen her eyes because she understood what Oscar meant.
".... THE SOLDIERS IN THIS KINGDOM WON'T BE THAT EASY TO MOVE, MR. OSCAR".
Seeing Sylvia's emotionless response, Oscar only gave a cynical smile by raising one corner of his lips.
"Mr princess..... Don't you understand? I can move this warrior with the permission of The Oracle's.... And they must agree with my idea.... As for your father, he had no choice but to comply".
Exasperated Sylvia could not reply to Oscar's words and could only squeak her back teeth.
"Well, it's good that we think that we can prosper the country without hurting Rachael's kingdom..... But, look at the reality".
Oscar's view looks at the citizens who are doing their daily activities.
"Although not visible to the naked eye.... Sooner or later, the people will not be satisfied with the current rules of peace of the King.... And assume Rachael's kingdom has lost its fangs".
"I REALLY BELIEVE YOUR FATHER'S MIND IS RIGHT...! IF WE INVADE TO ANOTHER KINGDOM CONTINUOUSLY LIKE BEFORE.....! SLOWLY WE ARE THE ONES WHO WILL NOT SURVIVE!!!!".
"Then what does this Kingdom want to be?".
"I-it's.... Because this kingdom needs time to change".
That half-assed answer could not satisfy Oscar. He immediately turned his back to Sylvia and began to speak.
"Mr princess... This country does not need time to change... People in this country need only one reason.... And that's....".
Oscar turned to Sylvia while showing his psychopathic expression and smiling wickedly.
"..... "To create a flood of blood" ".
Sylvia flinched and was terrified of the words coming out of Oscar's mouth.
"Ayahanda, will never let it go".
"Basic stubbornness..... Do you know the main reason why your lousy father "still" be King of this Kingdom?".
Sylvia fell silent again with the words that came out of Oscar's mouth. Knowing that Sylvia could not answer the question, Oscar gave his explanation.
"That's because, I and the Oracle's still have "compassion" with you.... So, he won't be able to stop my wishes or the wishes of the Oracle's".
The memories ended, after Oscar left Sylvia alone with her confusion.
And now back to Sylvia who was already sitting on her bed while continuing to mutter.
"I have to endure it.... It's also for daddy's sake".
Then someone knocked on the door of his room. Sylvia stood up and walked over to open the door.
"Yahanda".
It turned out that the one who knocked on the door was the King of Rachael Kingdom as well as Sylvia's father.
He was wearing the luxurious robe that a King used to wear. He was an old man who had a highly trained stature but his old face covered with beard showed the gentleness of his heart.
"Please come in, Father".
"Sorry to come suddenly like this".
"That's no problem, then what's the need for Father to get here to see me?".
"Well, this is something very important. So, uh,.... How are we gonna talk about this in the park?".
"Alright, Ayahanda".
Sylvia and King William walked together towards the castle garden. Arriving there the brand immediately sat face to face in a place that had been prepared by the servants.
After drinking a few sips of tea in their cup. Sylvia began to ask "something" that was important what she wanted to say.
"Yahujana... About what you want me to tell you?"
King William put down his teacup and his facial expression turned serious.
"Maybe this is something you find hard to believe...... Oscar Niville Dragon.... Already Dead".
"Eh?".
Sylvia was very surprised instead of playing, her entire body seemed to freeze, her eyes wide open.
All that happened once he got word about the death of Oscar Niville Dragonia who was said to be the strongest among the 10 members of the Holy Knights subordinate to The Oracle's.
"T-mister Oscar....? How can...?".
"In order to conquer another Kingdom. Oscar, who received permission from the Oracle's, plans to subjugate a region as his base... However, he was successfully defeated by the son of the landlord who was managing the territory".
"So, Mr. Oscar has really been.....".
"Yes".
After ascertaining what she heard, Sylvia grew even more shocked and unexpected with all of this.
"But, father.... It's really hard to believe.... Although Mr. Oscar sits on the 9th seat of the 10 holy knights.... He is the strongest of all.... His Berserk skill was that no one could match his.....".
"I'm sorry, Sylvia. Because I can't protect you".
For some reason King William suddenly apologized to his daughter while bowing his head. Seeing that Sylvia was speechless.
"Because of the old rule that states to "take any action based on The Oracle's word". I was forced to agree, and allow Oscar to marry you... It's only natural that you hate me so much".
"No Father. At least I've never hated Ayahanda".
"Silvia...".
King William stood up and walked towards Sylvia, then hugged her very tightly.
"You are the pride of father..... And the future of this Kingdom is on your shoulders".
"Yahujana....".
Sylvia could only be speechless and impressed by the affection that King William showed her. After that King William took off his arms and spoke again.
"And now I have one more thing I want to say".
Sylvia was confused by her father's words.
"Actually, I know that you want to escape from Oscar..... Therefore, I have prepared a plan for you to escape".
"Eh? I just heard it for the first time".
"This is a plan that I made to sacrifice.... If you'd known in advance about this plan.... Maybe you'll still choose to marry Oscar for Dad".
Sylvia could not say anything. King William continued his words.
"Do you remember the story of the High Montana Kingdom invasion of this Kingdom 20 years ago?".
"Surely I remember".
"There used to be an excellent great knight and his army from the Ingrid Works who willingly helped the Kingdom of Rachael to repulse the Kingdom of High Montana".
"Ah yes, if not mistaken that person is the Priestess of the Ice and Light Sword, Hyoga van Arcadia".
Hearing her daughter recall the story she once told, made King William smile.
"Although our work does not have a good relationship with the Kingdom of Ingrid.... But, we are very well connected with that person. Even until now we often do cooperation and make smooth trading transactions. In short, we trust each other".
Then King William's expression became very dark. His hands clenched very hard.
"But, that good relationship will just crumble. Because of Oscar and the Oracle's".
"Eh? What does that mean, Ayahanda?".
Not understanding the words of Sylvia's father asked again. And King William was forced to answer his daughter's question.
"Because of the territory attacked by the Oscars.... It is the Arcadia region managed by Hyoga.... And the man who killed Oscar was his son, Dylan van Arcadia".
Hearing that from her father's mouth, made Sylvia stunned.
Although not explained in detail Sylvia knows what the consequences of the arbitrary actions of Oscar.