After the secret conversation, go to the meeting point located in a remote part of the "Sacred Area"
Ram, who was already preparing to escape, was waiting to meet up with Patrasius.
"Even if it's the same as what Roswaal said..."
Even if Beatrice will really answer the call, it is still unknown whether she can really fight against Elsa and the others. In any case, arriving at the mansion does not mean the end of responsibility.
Subaru looked at the handkerchief tied tightly around his right wrist. The handkerchief that remained with him even when he was imprisoned was so dirty that it turned black, and there were eye-catching tears and blood stains.
According to Roswaal, Beatrice was also bound by a contract. To the inhuman elf girl, the meaning of the contract must be far longer and heavier than realized——
"——Finally here."
There was a voice from the front, it was Ram who was standing still.
Behind her, Patrasio was also carrying luggage.
"Didn't you talk to Lord Roswaal? Why are you still looking gloomy?"
"I said, as long as you talk to Roswaal, you will be refreshed. Can you not apply it to everyone?"
Ram frowned in surprise at Subaru's words.
"We don't have much time left, we have to leave immediately"
Yuexing said, whistled towards the bushes on the side and clapped her hands
A black earth dragon appeared in sight, its blue pupils standing out in the dark night.
"Although he is not as good as Patrasio, he is still a good child."
Ram looked at Earth Dragon and nodded slightly.
"...Ah, wait a minute."
Yuexing turned over and rode on the earth dragon. Subaru asked him to wait, then turned around
Ram behind him narrowed his eyes and asked, "What are you doing?"
"After leaving the "Sanctuary", we will go to the mansion first, because we can't leave Frandelica alone, but if it's just me and Yuexing..."
"Isn't the fighting strength enough? In other words, do you want Ram to follow?"
"I told Roswaal that if you come... it will make people feel at ease."
If we can convince Beatrice, get Frandelica's help, and add Ram, we will have the highest combat power we can prepare for this round. Subaru also thinks so.
Subaru drew up the most perfect plan. Faced with the invitation, Ram thought about it and immediately sighed.
"no way"
"May I?"
"Ram was ordered by Lord Roswaal to help Barus"
Subaru accepted it more decisively than expected, which made Subaru at a loss.
Ram held his hands and walked in front of Patrasio and said
"Barrus, let's be the driver, and Huang Yuexing, you'll be responsible for the rearguard action."
"After all, you just want to be lazy."
"A single Earth Dragon has greater flexibility, so isn't it natural to assume the responsibility of being the queen?"
"Yes, you have the final say"
Yuexing glared at Ram and shrugged helplessly.
"Subaru, it's time to go—"
Not hearing any response, Yuexing and Ram looked at him suspiciously.
Subaru, who was stared at by the two men, looked at the other side with a stiff face.
Looking along his line of sight, it was the bonfire lighting up the settlement——
"——You two have a very good relationship. Let's chat while walking. This is a rare opportunity, so why don't you let me join you?"
With his back to the swaying red flames, an orange figure walked over
——The figure beats its sharp teeth, smiling while releasing amazing courage
"————"
Suddenly, Patrasio let out a low voice, showing his anger towards the human figure. The noble earth dragon entered a battle posture, making the human figure smile happily.
"Huh! Don't you be afraid after being treated like that? That earth dragon is a good woman - it's the so-called "the brighter the shine, the farther Magaliza retreats"."
"Jiafeier... right now, you are working as a representative of the "Sacred Realm". Is it okay to fish around here?"
"My position is to protect this "sacred territory". If you encounter someone who threatens you, you should fulfill your duty, right? You guys can't escape the eyes and ears of the "sacred territory""
"The eyes and ears of the "Sanctuary"...?"
"It's just that I was touched clearly. Hey, where are you going next?"
Kafir wrinkled his nose and asked Subaru about his destination. Subaru hesitated whether to answer honestly, but——
"——Barrus is going to escape outside the "Sanctuary" next. Staying inside is just trouble for Jia Fei. Is this good for everyone?"
"...Ram"
"Let me state in advance that this is Jia Fei's fault. Ram specially took care of it on his behalf, so I should thank Ram."
Ram puffed out his chest and expressed his policy to Javier in an extremely provocative way. Subaru felt dangerous for her attitude for a moment, but he felt that it was the correct answer and kept his mouth shut.
Ram is right. Subaru's existence is just a bomb to the current "Sanctuary". Jafier should also understand this, so it is best not to detonate the bomb and throw it outside.
Therefore, Jaffier scratched his head irritably
"We've all been seen through. You're such an unlovable woman, but that's the good thing."
"...In other words, can we be seen as letting us go?"
Hearing what he said while sighing, Subaru opened his eyes wide to find a ray of light, and Gafir, who was caught with a speech disorder, said unhappily:
"Ah?? Not only does he smell like a witch, but he is also very troublesome. I leave you here to cause more trouble. I know this too, but there is also such a thing as "Hashin's Banana Sunset""
"Well, although I still don't understand your mysterious idioms, you are sensible and reasonable..."
The fact that he had been imprisoned would not disappear, but at least there was a consensus that the interests were the same. However, just when Subaru felt reassured by Gafiel's words to let everyone go - he was interrupted by someone who stepped forward.
"What, what's wrong?"
"The uncultured Barus may not know that "Hasin's Bana Sunset" is a motto based on the legend of the merchant Hesin who caused the fall of the small country of Bana - used to force the opponent to attack with all his strength or surrender completely.
When it’s time to choose one from the other”
"All-out attack or complete surrender...no way!"
What Ram said with a vigilant expression made Subaru's expression change drastically. Seeing this scene, Jaffier crossed his arms over his chest and twisted his neck so hard that his neck bones creaked.
Then, his emerald pupils shone with a militant light, revealing his sharp fangs.
"Jia Fei! What are you going to do? Are you so stupid that you don't understand what Ram is talking about?"
"You should pay attention to your choice of words, Ram. Being infatuated with you and not being able to defeat you are completely different things. Do you hear me? Let that guy over there go back to where he was."
"You, you are very insistent on imprisoning me. It may sound like you are begging for mercy, but I am really the god of plague. Just letting it go will be a loss. If you want to get rid of it, it is best to get rid of it now for free."
""Coveting for small money will lead to destruction" - this is also a quotation from He Xin."
There is nothing more expensive than free. Jaffier used this motto to categorically reject Subaru's proposal. His stubborn attitude is incomprehensible. What is the reason for his persistence towards Subaru?
"A guy like you with unknown origins cannot be left outside. It is most appropriate to keep him inside. It is best to keep him in the hands of the strongest uncle."
"This judgment may make Lord Roswaal unhappy. After all, Barus is to Lord Roswaal——"
At this point, Ram stopped and looked at Subaru sideways with a hidden meaning. Subaru, who didn't understand the meaning of his gaze, was confused, but Ram faced Gafiel again.
"You can throw away the useless servant..."
"Now that the situation is like this, sister, don't be so bold as to say such things..."
In the middle of the sentence, he immediately gave up protecting Ram, making Subaru forget about the situation and become exhausted.
However, there were people who heard these words and had a completely different reaction than Subaru.
"Rozwaal will be unhappy...?"
"————"
Suddenly, the feeling of goosebumps falling all over the floor made Subaru's whole body tense up.
"Did that guy think about this place and the old woman? Not at all. That guy only cares about himself! Ram! Even you are not taken seriously!"
"Jia Fei, Lord Roswaal..."
"It's so noisy, it's so noisy! Damn that guy! I say it for the last time! Hand him over! I'm going to tie him up, so just be quiet -"
The angry Jaffier refused to listen and cursed loudly. His fierce fighting spirit expanded directly, giving people the illusion that his body had doubled in size.
But, at that moment, the situation happened like a rebound
"——Yuexing!"
"Barrus, let's go!"
"Oh wow!?"
At the same time as she heard the urgent sound, someone's arm went around Subaru's body. It was Ram, and she carried Subaru without any explanation.
"Patrasio——!?"
Patrasio ran quickly, and Ram threw Subaru onto it.
Subaru was dumbfounded by this unexpected development. Ram rode on another earth dragon, Patrasio followed closely behind her, and rushed out of the night settlement in one breath.
"You three turtles——!!"
"Jiafeier! Let's fight again!"
"——! Don't hinder the oath——!!"
A rumbling roar, and a raging wind that drowned out the roar.
The two collided violently and exploded. Subaru's brain couldn't catch up at all, so he could only grab Patrasio who was running under him and shouted:
"Wait, wait a minute, Ram! Why did you leave Yuexing there!?"
"I just said it! He will be responsible for cutting off the queen!"
Ram responded loudly, and Subaru gritted his teeth and stared behind him. The bonfire was kicked down and his vision became blurry, but he could still hear the sound of strong winds and angry curses.
In order to block Javier who is completely exposed to hostility, this is the most appropriate answer considering the combat effectiveness, but it can be understood rationally, but cannot be accepted emotionally.
"--Well!!"
Doubts and confusion mingled in my mind, and on the other hand, a sharp and high-pitched sound hit my ears.
The source of the sound is close to you, and Ram's high-pitched whistle echoes through the "sacred area" at night.
"What kind of signal was the whistle just now!?"
Ram said nothing, with a reluctant expression on his face
Ahead, the earth dragon's rapid route is gradually illuminated by bright lights.
That was not the red fire of a bonfire, but the white light of a crystal lamp, illuminating the road signs in the Lost Forest.
And the person who turned into a road sign and held a light source in the darkness was——
"From Alam Village..."
Subaru's heart was shocked and he felt tight in his chest
"——Subaru-sama! Please be safe!"
The moment he passed by the light, the man holding the crystal lamp said this loudly. Of course, it was a face he had seen before. He was a villager who lived in the cathedral, looking forward to being reunited with his family, and placing his hope on Emilia to break through the "trial"
a member
He is not the only one who helps. In settlements and forests, the number of glowing lights represents the number of companions.
"————!"
The villagers made sacrifices and sacrifices to build a light path, and Patrasio made a brief tweet to express his respect to them.
Even Patrasio, who knew the correct path in the Lost Forest, might go astray if he was swallowed by the darkness of the night. The white light defeated the uncertain elements, and followed the white light's earth dragon speed to gradually catch up with the wind.
"This way! Come this way! Subaru-sama!"
"Please don't die before this old man does, Subaru-sama...!"
There were many voices directed at Subaru, who was already trying his best just to cheer up his body and mind. Each voice was calling Subaru's name desperately and hard.
"Why do everyone do such stupid things..."
"Even if Subaru-sama says this, it's not convincing!"
Unable to handle the emotions that came up, Subaru choked and said, but was given a wry smile. He raised his head, and in front of him was a large tree with eye-catching features - several villagers stood at the roots of the tree.
"Go straight through here, it seems to be a barrier! Just escape to that side!"
"what about you!?"
"Stop the pursuers! It's nothing. I just want to help Subaru-sama buy time to escape. There is always a way..."
There are five figures, who are members of the Youth League. The equipment of the five people is very shabby, but they still decided to use their perseverance and courage to hold Jaffier back for a few seconds. This is their judgment.
"Roar---!!"
The roar shook the forest, and the next second Subaru was swallowed up by the violent shock wave.