Seirei Gensouki's
Chapter 92: Quick Contact

Anyone in the hall realized that Satsuki was standing on stage in a dignified manner.

Although she still had a trace of innocence, her well-ordered appearance was not just a mere beauty, she was dignified, there was a charm that would inadvertently attract the surrounding views.

Satsuki is wrapped in a pure white dress that gives a translucent feeling with her white skin, long, beautiful and shiny black hair collected together and loosely braided with side styles.

A sharp spear like lightning in which one could feel his strong will reflected in his eyes.

（He was more or less the chairman of the high school student council where I went into my previous life right?）

Rio steeled his eyes with spirit arts to look at Satsuki's face while slightly narrowing his eyes.

From what he heard from Miharu, he knew that Satsuki would go to the same school as Haruto, she was his one-year senior and a wise student who worked as the student council president.

Her home is a respectable family that runs a large family, she boasts a superior record of being the only student council president, a talented woman both in the military arts and literal arts even for sports, has a high popularity, and seems to be quite an idol inside the school.

But, she was transferred to this world once Haruto entered the school, so Rio didn't really know about her until he heard about the information from her from Miharu and comrade—

Although it might be because he caught a glimpse of her appearance when she gave a greeting during the entrance ceremony, time had passed by about ten years in his own memory.

It was only natural that Rio no longer remembered her at this moment.

Although Satsuki was currently only smiling, she could not read her emotions from this distance.

It seemed like he was wearing a mask to completely hide his own feelings.

「You managed to attract everyone's attention huh. Already fixed on you correct 」

From his height on stage, the king, Francois Galwark said the information was to his right.

Although low and said calmly, his subtlety pierced perfectly in all directions.

「What I want to say is that many of those who have gathered now come from domestic and foreign countries. Because everyone too, as we know, wants to introduce themselves 」

Saying so, Francois looked at Satsuki who was standing slightly behind on her right side.

「Let me introduce it. This girl is a hero who came down to Galwark kingdom we―― 、Satsuki Sumeragi-dono 」

Following Francois' introduction, Satsuki bowed with a smile on her face.

After that, sound 「OOOH!」 a stirring sounding in place at this moment.

"What a beauty"

「Yeah, as expected of hero-sama」

「The pure white brilliance. She's an angel 」

「He must be our hero」

Every place of the hall was bustling with the sounds of many people talking.

Perhaps because she was prettier than expected, or because of her exotic black hair curiosity, it seemed that the young man was very pleased with her appearance.

Some of them even uttered sentences that smelled like drama scenarios for excessive love confessions.

Looking at Satsuki and her partner who appeared like this, Sakata Hiroaki let out a slightly moody expression.

「What do you think, Hiroaki-sama?」

Quickly sensing the slight change in the expression of Hiroaki standing beside her, Roana asked in a low voice.

「Nothing, I just felt it was a very flashy game. Everyone at the venue focused on Satsuki 」

Section 2

Hiroaki said that while looking at everyone around him.

Roana smiled and then,

"What are you talking about . Right now, the curiosity gathered to that person was only temporary. The people in this place who noticed Hiroaki-sama have the same amount as him 」

He muttered very close to Hiroaki's ears.

「Aah, Alright. I don't want such attention gathered on my 」

Hiroaki smiled wryly as if he did not want that to happen to him.

「Ara, didn't you say a few days ago to officially walk with us？ Seeing that you are the one who admitted that you are the hero, now the attention that will not be lost with the current attention will gather at Hiroaki-sama 」

Roana said that to Hiroaki with a mischievous smile.

Although Hiroaki was temporarily acting together with Flora and co until now, he promised to cooperate with Flora and co as official heroes just a few days ago.

Although it was somehow at odds with his actions as a hero when he had just arrived in this world, it seemed that he was strengthening his determination to become a hero for these few months.

「From now on I won't show such shameful behavior. It's promise. I'll protect you . …………. . Yes, a man will not go back on his words 」

Hiroaki shrugged his shoulders lightly after making that statement with a slightly embarrassed face.

"Thank you very much . Then, as weak as I am, I will support Hiroaki-sama by your side 」

Roana grabbed Hiroaki's arm as she said those words.

Hiroaki smiled and then placed his other hand on Roana's hand.

（Although at first I thought of building a harem by being a carefree adventurer, now I really don't feel like leaving Roana's side. the guard is still high but I can't leave Flora either. Yes, there is no guarantee that I will live better than now if I become an adventurer. There is a hero route with similar developments）

Seeing the return of his mental state, Hiroaki let out a wry smile as if moving in his heart.

After that, at that moment,

「SILENT！ YOU ARE IN THE PRESENCE OF MAJESTY THE KING!」

Unable to see the place becoming more noisy, the imperial guard serving the king said that with a loud voice echoing in the place.

And then, the voice stopped, even Hiroaki and Roana who were secretly talking also stopped as well.

They turned their gazes back to Satsuki and her comrade who were standing on the stage.

"No problem . Natural if everyone is happy 」

Francois said that while smiling happily.

「Indeed, it is the hero who came down after more than a thousand years. Because they might be good news coming from the six wise gods.

Moreover, there will be good news tonight. Although many people knew about this, other heroes also came to this place. Hero, Hiroaki Sakata, daughter of Flora and later, duke of Euguno. This way"

Section 3

Francois called Hiroaki and his partner towards the stage.

"Yes, that"

Hiroaki replied in a somewhat nervous voice.

Although it had progressed as previously thought, he had never experienced the feeling that many people were watching him return to earth.

It was only natural that he was nervous.

Then Alright, first we get an important announcement from the duke of Euguno acting as the representative of your grand daughter Flora, the second princess of Bertram kingdom. I hope everyone listens to it carefully 」

Francois took a step back after he told Hiroaki and co to go on stage.

And instead, duke Euguno descended one step lower on the stairs while facing the nobles in the hall.

「Following introduction. My name is Gustave Euguno. Today I have received an opportunity from His Majesty the king to tell everyone an important matter, I have already informed everyone about the matter by using this opportunity in this place 」

After introducing himself and saying his respect, duke Euguno began his speech solemnly.

「First, a coup occurred which was triggered by Helmut Albo, a traitor retainer for the Bertram kingdom, who, I think everyone already knows that he took over the government and used your king of majesty Phillip III as his puppet. Although we have no evidence on the matter.we received news about duke Albo about the fact that he was secretly working together with the Proxia empire. Even when judging from indirect evidence, we come to the conclusion that the likelihood of him being guilty is very high. And, if this is true, he is the traitor who sold out Bertram kingdom. Not even to mention the fact that he seized political power in a way called a coup, there is no way I can turn a blind eye to his disrespect to His Majesty the king of 」

Duke Euguno said that with an expression as if completely regretting that fact.

The nobles in that place lent their ears while holding their breath regardless of their nationality.

After taking a short breath, duke Euguno spoke in a heavy tone for the second time.

「It is regrettable that we failed to save as many royalties as we could during the beginning of the coup. But, in the end we could only save Her Highness princess Flora who was studying in the royal academy during the day of the coup. So, I gathered like-minded friends who were not tarnished by the wrongful reign of duke Albo, by having the traditional symbol of Bertram kingdom in your great daughter Flora, by having the traditional symbol of Bertram kingdom, we decided to gather people like that. Our aim was to vacate the reign of Bertram kingdom to be given to the true ruler and the rise of the good Bertram kingdom. That's right, we stand for a greater purpose called the rise of the Bertram kingdom. That is why, using this opportunity I will make a statement. We are in this place is the current anti government organization of Bertram kingdom, 『RECOVERY』 」

Section 4

Duke Euguno stopped talking for a moment in that part.

Francois stepped in a second time and then,

「So, our Galwark kingdom made a declaration in this place that we recognize the establishment『 Recovery 』」

Saying that was as if following Duke Euguno's words.

Although their standing was informally recognized as the "Revolutionary Army" until now, their official organization is now established, that the official announcement was followed by the sound of 「Oooh」 echoing in the venue.

「For Her Highness princess Flora who rose to the position of leader of this organization, I have made the decision to give my support. And then, even the hero, Hiroaki Sakata-dono gave his promise to officially cooperate with 『Recovery』 」

After saying that, Duke Euguno directed his hand towards Hiroaki, so that the line of sight of the people at the venue gathered towards Hiroaki.

Hiroaki raised a smile and answered their gaze by raising his right hand.

Rio looked to be observing him acting like that.

（Very brave ya）

Rio felt like that when he saw Hiroaki whose smile was filled with confidence.

At this moment, Hiroaki made the decision to openly throw himself into the power struggle of Bertram kingdom.

That's right, the curtain of action has opened.

Duke Euguno may have made various preparations to drag Hiroaki to the point where he could no longer retreat.

Money, women, power, status, honor――, He hopes to easily guide the young Hiroaki if he uses that along with flattery.

Therefore, Hiroaki had already lost his way to retreat.

And have no choice but to move forward.

If she had to say her true feelings, Rio felt that Flora and her partner did not need to bask anymore under the light.

With Bertram kingdom currently plunged into a chaotic situation, the point of shouting their words that were like a nag like "take back the good old glory" it was impossible for those who had already slumped to this point.

It was as expected.

But, perhaps fate toyed with him, Hiroaki, the hero under Flora and her partner now seems to have a great sense of morality and sense of reality.

Even so, the facts alone do not change the fact that the difficulty level is still high.

After all, did Hiroaki have some sort of feeling for the mission on the side, right now, the monstrous task called hero was overwritten on his shoulder.

Duke Euguno also made sure Hiroaki to jump in on his own and could never part again in his own political dispute.

It is possible that Hiroaki decided to accept the role. Or he might do nothing but get swallowed up by the situation.

（Well, that's a trivial matter. The most important issue is Satsuki-san）

That's right, he didn't have time to think about Hiroaki's situation.

Rio changed his gaze from Hiroaki towards Satsuki as if getting rid of her.

A similar matter to Hiroaki also followed behind Satsuki.

Seeing that this was a public announcement about him as a hero under the rule of Galwark kingdom, it was inevitable that Satsuki was greatly influenced by this world and country.

Maybe Satsuki feels that she wants to return to earth, or maybe she wants to finish her duties as a hero in this world, or how to arrange Satsuki's current reunion with Miharu and co.

Although he had to proceed carefully, seeing that Miharu and co wanted to meet with Satsuki again, it was none other than the way to start the approach from this point on.

In short, everything is up to his own luck.

Section 5

（Let's see. There are always chances until this point）

Whether it was when he entered the royal academy of Bertram kingdom, his meeting with Latifa, when he went to the Yagumo region to trace the footsteps of his parents or, to, in the current case to carry out his plan to take revenge on Lucius.

Since the world was filled with uncertain factors that were incomprehensible even to him, he was not a god, what awaited in the future was not something he knew.

After determining his goal and doing everything he could do, what happened next was to walk forward to what was in front of him—, that was all.

Therefore, now he must concentrate on what he has to do.

The first was about what Satsuki was thinking, she had to make contact with him to find out about it.

And that time is near.

「With this, there is also an important announcement from me. We have made a decision that our hero, Satsuki Sumeragi, will officially form an alliance with the anti-government hero of Bertram kingdom, 『Recovery』, Hiroaki Sakata 」

Francois, the king of Galwark kingdom who was currently standing on the stage, made the declaration at the most critical moment.

Future Our future will be bright by walking side by side with two heroes, disciples of the six wise gods. After that, hero. I want to ask again. Will you come forward to follow us from behind？ 」

After the previous declaration, Francois asked again while turning towards Satsuki.

Satsuki's reaction to those words only twitched at one minute.

But, his change in expression disappeared immediately and,

Satsuki answered him without hatred.

Perhaps because he was used to having a line of sight coming to him from many people, he didn't seem nervous at all.

The sound of applause echoed in that place as if welcoming Satsuki.

After which, the line of sight of the people at the venue gathered towards Hiroaki.

（A ~ h, he should have spoken a little more because he was from the position of the person who made the request. It seems that the living thing called the king is a proud person *） [TL *: Not too sure – 、 ⁇ ⁇ ⁇ ⁇ ⁇ ⁇ ⁇ ⁇ ⁇ ⁇ ⁇ ⁇ ⁇ ⁇ ⁇ ⁇ ⁇ ⁇ ⁇ ⁇ ⁇ ⁇ ⁇ ⁇ ⁇ ]

Hiroaki thought of something like that deep in his heart.

Perhaps because of his position as king, Francois's haughty manner of speaking annoyed him.

Hiroaki doesn't like to be looked down upon.

But–,

「Yes, Understood. As long as your behavior is correct, I swear that I will give my cooperation to your side also 」

Hiroaki replied while nodding calmly.

（Or rather, the king with his imperial government can show self-serving attitude as well because he is the holder of the highest authority. Therefore, I, the hero chosen by the six wise gods must have more authority than he who is right. After that, though it bothered me in the way he praised himself and looked down on others ……………. I will just cooperate with him in this place and become a generous person）

Section 6

Persuading himself, Hiroaki made a compromise with himself.

He was thinking about something like that when line of sight from the surroundings swarmed over him, perhaps, he was unexpectedly a big-hearted person.

There was no reason for them to know Hiroaki's grunts, the applause of the people in the place resounded as if to give blessings to the two heroes.

"That's it . Then, now, please enjoy the evening party with your heart content

Francois said those words that signified the official opening of the party that night.

The inside of the venue started to get noisy, each participant started their own action.

「Then Haruto-sama, this is a bit sudden but, can we go to hero-sama's place?」

「Ya, of course」

Rio followed Liselotte as they moved quickly to meet Satsuki.

Apart from Cedric and his partner moving independently, they climbed the stairs towards the stage with just the two of them.

Although there was a tacit behavior associated with sequential sequences or statuses even when climbing the stairs leading to the stage, if Rio was led by Liselotte, the duke's daughter, the duke's daughter, there was no problem to immediately move to that place.

It seems like they were the first to arrive on the stage.

ど う や ら リ オ 達 が 番 一番 乗 り の よ う だ。

「I'm happy to meet you, Your Highness Francois」

First, Liselotte was greeting the grandeur to Francois, the king.

Followed by Satsuki who stood by his side, Hiroaki, Flora, Duke Euguno and the like were also the other nobles on that stage.

Although everyone was currently chatting in a pleasant mood, when they noticed that Liselotte was giving her first greeting, the person who knew her greeted her with a bright smile.

「Ooh, Liselotte. Been a long time. I've heard about the Almond problem. It was such an accident 」

Francois, their representative came to greet him.

「My deepest apologies for making you worried. I'm honored to be blessed with the opportunity to receive your majestic face again again again again

Saying that, Liselotte displayed an imposing bow as she placed both her hands on her stomach.

"No problem . I'm lucky to see you safe and sound again. And then, this guy here, is he your partner？ I can't help but be curious about the unusual 」

"Yes nih . His name is Haruto-sama, he was the one who saved my life in the Almond incident. It was a kindness that I could not pay back to Haruto-sama. So I thought to bring him today to return his kindness, with all due respect, to come as my partner 」

「Hou, so your name is Haruto. You have a very big moral 」

Francois said that while sending a fleeting glance to Rio.

「I don't deserve such a big compliment. Even if it was a normal case, someone who came from a simple family like me should not be able to come to this place, I am very happy that I am blessed with wealth to be able to meet His Majesty, 」

Rio kneeled in a respectful manner and then faced downwards.

「Excellent, I'll allow it. You can lift your face 」

Section 7

Francois answered as if he was used to it.

「Ha. My deepest thanks to give with your amazing kindness 」

Rio lifted his posture while putting his left hand on his stomach, and then placed his right hand on top of his left chest.

It was the highest attitude to pay homage known to the noble population.

Hold tightly one heart with the right hand, and then show the action of nonresistance by not holding any weapon by putting the left hand on the stomach.

「Fumu, you already look beautiful. But, your features are a little different, may I ask your origin？ 」

「…………. The place I was born in was the Bertram kingdom. But, I was on my way to a distant place and left the country a few years ago 」

In hearing those words, the Duke of Euguno and Flora who came from the Bertram Kingdom had slightly changed expressions.

Although she did not want to gather excessive attention from them, since there was Liselotte by her side to whom she revealed a part of her birth, she could not lie.

「Hou, in that case, your parents must have come from another country. Which country are they from？ 」

「Originally they are a place called Yagumo region which is far in the east direction of this place, in that area there is a country called Karasuki」 Kingdom

「Ooh, so it's Yagumo region huh. Although diplomatic relations have not existed for a long time, there is a legend about a demoted country in our country. I remember that there were warriors who migrated to the Strahl region by crossing the savage land between the two areas 」

For now, he could loosen his guard by telling about his bloodline.

It seemed like he was attracting Francois curiosity when he talked about the Yagumo territory.

The conversation flowed pretty well.

「I've heard a very interesting story. Let me say thank you. I want to hear more about that story, so please tell me again later if there is a chance for us 」[TL: This might be a flag]

Since there was a time limit as well, it seemed like Francois would not delve deeper into this either.

He cut their conversation at that moment while seemingly slightly regretting it.

「Thank you my deepest for your words more than simple this deserves」

Rio politely lowered his head.

「This is a rare opportunity, Your Majesty. If possible, can we give our regards to Satsuki-sama as well？ 」

Liselotte winked towards Rio as she said that.

Moreover, Rio who noticed the signal smiled lightly.

「Uhm, this is also the first time for you to meet Satsuki-dono. Let me introduce him. Satsuki-dono, this is Liselotte. The only daughter of Duke Cedric Kretia, the vassal head of our country our

So, Francois immediately introduced Liselotte to Satsuki who was standing by his side.

"I'm happy to meet you . Satsuki-san. My name is Liselotte Kretia. It's my honor to be able to meet you 」

Liselotte introduced herself with a smile on her face and then, quickly handed her hand to Satsuki.

Different from everyone else, Liselotte accent when she called Satsuki's name had a subtle difference when she said it.

Perhaps because she felt that small difference, Satsuki looked at Liselotte face.

Section 8

「. My name is Satsuki Sumeragi. Please take care of me in the future 」

When Satsuki grasped that hand, she returned Liselotte greetings with a wide smile on her face.

「Let me introduce it. He is Haruto-sama *, my partner 」[TL *: Katakana]

And now, Liselotte introduced Rio to Satsuki.

「Haruto *?」 [TB*: Hiragana]

Hearing a name like Japanese, Satsuki let out a slight mutter.

"I'm happy to meet you . My name is Haruto. It's my honor to be able to meet Satsuki-dono*who's the hero hero [TL*: in kanji]

After he called out Satsuki's name with an unnaturally mastered pronunciation, Rio handed his hand over to Satsuki.

For that pronunciation, it wasn't just Satsuki, Liselotte eyes also had a slight fluctuation in them.

Satsuki's grasping Rio's hand with a smile on her face.

「Ya, it's fun for me ……………. 」

While saying that as she shook hands with Rio, Satsuki's eyes suddenly opened wide.

After looking around restlessly around him for a moment, he looked at Rio face with high concentration a moment later.

It was a rather suspicious behavior when looking from the side.

「Is there something on my face?」

After Rio asked with a calm smile, Satsuki smiled awkwardly as if regained her senses.

「Nothing, my apologies. It's okay . Uhm, your name sounds a bit familiar to one of my homeland ........ 」.

Clasping their hands just like that while clearing their throat with a short 「 cute cough, after which, Satsuki replied while shaking her head gently in denial.

Perhaps in his own mind, there was a small voice that sounded like a shrill.

「Is that？ Although it is a little unusual in the countries around this region, it does not mean that you will really not hear such a name echoing. Ah, that reminds me, it's a popular name in my parents' homeland 」

When Rio said that to her, Satsuki narrowed her eyes slightly.

「Hee, now I'm a little interested in him. I'd like to hear your story about your homeland before long 」

Satsuki's staring at Rio for a slightly longer duration while saying those words.

「Yes, if there is a chance for us. Although it seems like you are busy with your greetings, if possible please just say it when you have free time during the evening party 」

Rio said that with an indistinct smile on his face.

Section 9

「Yes, I, for sure, will get that chance」

Satsuki also returned with a big smile while emphasizing the "Definitely" part".

Thus, accordingly.

「O ~ y, both of you. How long will you hold your hand like that？ 」

Perhaps because he could not see them constantly clasping their hands just like that, Hiroaki switched their conversation.

「Alright, I'll excuse you. Somehow, I don't think that this is my first meeting with Satsuki-sama 」

Rio apologized while smiling wryly as he let go of his hand held by Satsuki.

「Yeah, what a coincidence. I feel the same way too 」

Satsuki approved Rio's words while showing a mischievous smile that can't be seen.

For the two of them who showed a strange-minded comrade, the surrounding people were a little surprised.

「This is the first time Satsuki-dono has shown such an expression. Looks like you two really get along well. It's amazing to meet such a person 」

Francois said that as if admiring them.

The surrounding people also nodded lightly while slightly puzzled as a way to affirm those words.

「Should we go back down immediately, Haruto-sama」

Although it was only a little, Liselotte was also surprised but, she came and spoke to Rio in a calm tone.

Since there were still many people he wanted to greet in this place, it was undesirable to extend their conversation any more than this.

"Yes nih . Recognized 」

Rio immediately accepted Liselotte proposal.

「Alright, Your Majesty, it's a little regrettable but, we have to go for a while」

「Uhm. Let's talk again. At that time, with Cedric and the others also 」

"Yes nih . With pleasure"

Liselotte agreed with her best smile.

Thus, they left that place.

To the two of them— No, it was towards Rio back, Satsuki was looking at him with an expression as if she was thinking of something on her face.