Chapter 235: Fear

    Fear

    Cough Ugh

    He, Hero!?

    Ruby unsteadily gasped for breath, bending forward.

    Whats wrong!? Hero!

    That cough

    Hero!

    Vener rushed to support her with a distressed expression as she lost her balance and fell.

    Get a hold of yourself! If the Hero dies now, the empire has no chance!

    Uh

    Vener shouted desperately, looking down at the dazed Ruby.

    Im losing my mind.

    Feeling her body contort, she closed her eyes tightly.

    She must be in shock from losing so much blood.

    Even without that, she was injured enough to lose consciousness at any moment.

    Even though the Heros Armament hasnt fully awakened she pushed herself to fight

    Witnesses pitied her condition, but the reality was a bit different.

    What is this sensation?

    Ruby, typically resistant to most attacks, had pretended to be injured to gain trust. Her plan was to feign weakness and then make a decisive move.

    Whats this nauseating feeling in my stomach?

    Unexpected side effects had come from the healing potion Roswyn gave her. Since the potion granted extraordinary healing to the Hero, it was evident what would happen when consumed by the Demon King.

    Groan

    As a result, Ruby experienced a gut-wrenching pain for the first time, retching on the ground.

    Gag

    Similar to how Frey had felt moments ago because of her, tears welled up in Rubys eyes.

    Escort the Hero! If she dies, its over for all of us!

    Vener shouted, unsure how to help Ruby. Her shout made others gather around them.

    Hero, was this another scheme by that Frey? Did he curse you irreversibly when he attacked earlier?

    Ill definitely break that guys neck. For justice!

    Vener was a knight who escorted the Hero and revered justice.

    Ive summoned shields nearby. They should hold for a few minutes.

    I, I also summoned a barrier

    Hmm.

    The still spiritless Paladin, the flustered Arianne, and the stoic Alice spoke as such.

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    For some reason, Roswyn stood apart, looking lost and dazed.

    Ill heal you!!! So, please bear with it!!

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    Finally, the pure-white Saintess, Ferloche joined.

    The Hero Party, humanitys last hope, had finally made their presence known to the world.

    Frey that deceiver resorting to such schemes

    However, the crux of the issue was that the main hero was, in fact, a hypocrite.

    Then I cannot simply go along with it.

    Cough, cough.

    Under Ferloches divine healing, Ruby rose with a cough tinged with blood.

    Ugh

    Ruby!

    Vener, steadfastly at Rubys side, offered unwavering support.

    Youre correct Vener.

    Ruby whispered to the assembled Hero Party members.

    Actually, this is Freys doing.

    !!!

    Silence fell over the surroundings.

    I had sensed it beforehand and tried to persuade Frey But he attacked me instead.

    Is that true!?

    Still, I tried to convince him till the end I never anticipated it would come to this. I truly feel ashamed before all of you.

    As Ruby trailed off, Vener gritted her teeth.

    I will find Frey and kill him.

    No, you mustnt. Freys still

    Gripping her sword firmly, she spoke with a trembling voice.

    The responsibility is mine.

    But when Vener uttered those words, Ruby fell silent.

    In this situation, I didnt order the assassination The System cant intervene.

    Evaluating her cunning plan with a smile, Ruby continued.

    Do we simply need to eliminate Frey?

    You mean, kill him? Can we But I only know defensive magic

    Provide support from the rear. Ill take care of his throat.

    Around her, the Paladin and Arianne spoke in hushed tones. Alice was also present.

    Frey, the true battle begins now.

    Ruby gazed at them with a solemn expression.

    This is merely the start. The current members of the Hero Party are weak. However, many out there hate Frey, so I can always replace them whenever.

    Smirking to herself, she murmured.

    So your torment is only just beginning.

    Um, so

    She attempted to inquire with a trembling voice.

    Are you

    Th, thank you Roswyn.

    Ruby, suddenly grabbing her hand, began speaking with a smile.

    Thanks to you, I survived

    What?

    Actually, I had contracted a fatal disease, just as the rumor suggested

    Upon hearing this, Roswyns eyes started to waver.

    I couldnt mention it casually but after consuming your potion, it seems the disease has fully healed.

    This is part of the healing process. It was such a serious illness haha.

    Ruby made such a reveal.

    Once this incident is over, I will acknowledge you as the one who has contributed the most among the Hero Party members.

    Ah, um

    So, for now, leave. Youre useful no, I value you.

    Saying this, she pushed Roswyn toward the exit.

    Join the Hero Party pursuing Frey. Youll be safe with them.

    Ah

    With a dazed expression, Roswyn began making her way toward the exit.

    Miss Ruby.

    She halted in her tracks.

    Um, I have I have a question

    With her face turning pale, she asked.

    Er, the name Ruby

    Yes?

    Is it, um, an alias?

    Hmm?

    Ruby, taken aback by the unexpected question, tilted her head.

    My name has always been Ruby.

    She answered with a clear and innocent voice.

    Ah, oh, I see

    Hearing her response, Roswyn started shaking uncontrollably.

    ..

    Ruby narrowed her eyes and fixed her gaze on Roswyn.

    Roswyn?

    Yes, yes?

    What are you looking at?

    Ruby inquired of Roswyn, who had been staring into space with her eyes trembling since earlier.

    Ah, its nothing

    Responding softly to Ruby, Roswyn started to walk away slowly.

    Sigh sigh

    She looked up into space with a face full of fear.

    System Notification!

    [ Achievement Unlocked: First Step ]

    Decides to help the Hero.

    Intelligence +1 Courage +1

    Floating in the air was a system notification that had somehow appeared while she was talking to Ruby, but Roswyn focused on something other than that.

    Helper System

     Identity of the Hero

    The identity of the Hero, as you know, is [F ]

    [.Restoration: 5% Completed]

    The slightly fixed system error revealed a tiny part of the broken characters.

    Helper System

    [F ]

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    Seeing this, an indescribable, immense fear began to engulf Roswyn.

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    Meanwhile

    Weve arrived!

    Why did you leave me behind I was only thinking of biting off the neck of the Hero Party for my master

    With a displeased face, Lulu murmured in a low voice as she disembarked from the carriage.

    Huh?

    Then, she froze upon seeing an unusual sight.

    Whooshhh

    The building where the Heros Inauguration Ceremony was supposed to be held emitted intense demonic energy.

    Grrr.

    Lulu snarled, baring her teeth.

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