Seventh Reincarnation
The Tragic End of Heroes

"Do the nobles of the Ordesian Kingdom only know how to speak badly behind the backs of others?"

The voice of the youth interrupted the nobles who were trying to influence Areishia's mindset.

When Olivia Laurenfrost and the others turned around, their haughty expressions turned disgusted with fear.

Wearing a formal suit, Ars stared at the nobles with a fed-up expression.

"There's still something I have to do, please say goodbye, Holy Queen."

"Ah, I'm a little drunk. I'm gonna get some fresh air."

"My head is dizzy, I want to rest there."

One by one the nobles left Areishia as Ars approached.

No matter how lowly they look down on Ars, his strength is undeniable. They had witnessed with their own eyes how powerful his strength was.

Even if all the Elementalists and the Girl Princess (Princess Maiden) in the Nefescal Palace worked together against Ars, they were not confident of winning the battle.

Precisely because Ars is strong, they fear him. They fear he will become the Demon King of Solomon and will change the balance of the world.

If in the future it could be Elementalists like Solomon and Ars, the women worry they will no longer enjoy the high social status they are today.

"Sister Ars, you're coming. Try this, it tastes delicious."

Holding a plate of duck meat stir-fry, Areishia wanted to feed Ars.

Ars opened his mouth and ate the duck.

"Not bad."

"Sister Ars always said that... In fact, I think it's pretty delicious."

Putting duck meat into her mouth, Areishia seemed to enjoy it a lot.

"The food here is not as good as the food you make, Areishia."

"really? My food is mediocre. Brother Ars doesn't have to lie to make me happy, you know."

Areishia did not believe in Ars' praise at all.

How could his cooking be more delicious than the cuisine of the palace cooks of the Ordesian Empire? Moreover, he cooks with ingredients and spices.

"I'm not lying. To me, Areishia's cooking is many times more delicious than other chefs because you only cook specifically for me. Unlike the cooks who cook for everyone."

After living more than a millennium, Ars' ability to brag has reached its peak.

"Fufu, Ars' brother is too much, but I'm glad to hear it."

Closing her mouth, Areishia chuckled.

"By the way, where's Est?" Ars didn't see a little silver-haired girl around.

"Est won't come out. He didn't like interacting with the nobles much."

Areishia smiled wryly while defending the Spirit Seal on the back of her hand.

"It just so happens that I don't like them either."

Take a glass of champagne from a passing male servant. Ars empties the contents of the title in one gulp.

"Sister Ars, they—"

Areishia did not know what to say. He knew the conflict between the nobles and Ars. More precisely, the nobles were very hostile and hated Ars.

To be honest, he doesn't like to see them vilifying Ars in front of him. However, no matter how Areishia tried to change the views of the nobles towards Ars, it was futile.

"Don't say anything else, Areishia. It's not your fault, don't feel burdened with guilt."

Ars shook his head and showed an expression of indifference.

If he wanted to, he could make the whole world his enemy like King Solomon. After all, although part of his strength was still locked, relying only on the toughness of the Empyrean Empty Void Physique and the Eternal Mangekyo Sharingan, he was almost invincible in this world.

He willingly accepted the condescending gazes and humiliation from those nobles for not wanting Areishia to be sad.

Ars knows how kindly Areishia is, it's no exaggeration to mention being a saint.

*🎶🎶🎶*

The melody of the song changed, the guests who were present began to dance with their respective partners.

Ars was not too keen on dancing, but seeing Areishia looking at him meaningfully, he sighed in his heart.

"Will you dance with me?"

"I? But I can't dance."

Although Areishia is eager to dance with Ars, she doesn't know how to dance, considering she was just a shepherd girl four months ago.

"Then, I'll teach you!”

Ars learned many ordinary skills during his stay in the World [Dr. Stone] to spend his free time.

"If Ars' brother is okay with me, then I'm counting on you.”

Areishia let out her voice happily.

Ars gently held Areishia's graceful hand covered by white gloves.

“...I-This is the hand of brother Ars...”

Areishia.

Then the two of them started dancing under the gaze of the people around them. After all, Areishia was the center of attention of this party, her every action would attract attention.

...

The party lasted for two hours, at about 11 p.m., the guests who were present started to go home.

After saying goodbye to the members of the Ordesian Imperial family, Areishia returned to her room with Ars and the two female knights who followed behind.

Walking through a long hallway covered in red carpets and lavish decorations, Ars suddenly asked: "Well, Areishia, do you really want to be a hero?"

Areishia shook her head and replied honestly: "I have absolutely no intention of becoming a hero. If I could save everyone, I would."

Seeing his stern gaze, Ars knew there was no point in persuading him to give up.

"You're not the brave warrior or the main character in the story. In the end, you are just an ordinary girl... Don't feel responsible for all the unfortunate happenings in this world, understand, Areishia?'

Ars really doesn't want Areishia to be the hero who saves the world. After all, the end of heroes is not as beautiful as in fairy tales.

In the fifth reincarnation, he became a hero who received the blessings of gods and goddesses, then defeated the Demon King. However, what he received was only a tragic ending.

The king of the human kingdom was afraid of his power and slandered with all sorts of bad things so that he became the enemy of mankind. In the end, Ars was executed in front of the people he once protected.

In other words, heroes in the peaceful era are no longer useful, instead they are a threat to humanity itself.

Most of the heroes will meet a tragic end. Ars doesn't want Areishia to experience that

"Um, I know. I never thought of myself as a hero." Areishia replied with a cheerful smile.

(I hope you can continue to maintain your pure smile in the future, Areishia.) Thought Ars.

Upon reaching Areishia's room, Ars returned to his room.

Inside the room, Areishia throws her tired self into the bed, suddenly Est comes out of the Spirit Seal and appears.

"Est, you're finally out. I miss you."

Areishia immediately stroked Est's head.

"Madam, why are you fighting for these people?"

this was the first time Est felt any curiosity towards such things. Especially after hearing Ars' conversation just now.

"Because this is something only I can do, that's why I have to fight."

"I don't understand what the lady meant. But since I am your sword, I will do your wish, madam."

"EstH... Don't say such an annoying thing, after all you're my only friend."

"Friends? What about Ars?"

"Sister Ars... He's special."

Est nodded expressionlessly.

However, one could observe a hint of confusion on his face.

In his heart appeared a very small blink, something like an emotion.