The Time Stop Breeding Uncle Wants To Retire

160 – Gyeokseo(完)

I blinked.

I could see where the thick darkness had fallen. It was obviously the time left after the sun rose, but this place where darkness fell was not a normal place no matter how you look at it. Hans let out a deep sigh.

Because I never dreamed that vampires were active underground. Literally, they make space underground. In it, the sky and the stars are made and active.

And it was Vampire Lord Lucy who made all of this possible. The more I looked, the more I didn’t understand. Did a race with this level of power fall into the slaves of demons?

It was something that could not be understood with Hans’ common sense. But if you think differently, it’s because it’s the demons who led the deal with such a vampire lord. Surprisingly, it might not be possible.

“Has the wound healed a little?”

“Vampire Lord.”

“Call me Lucy.”

“……Were we really that close?”

Looking at Lucy walking lightly from behind, Hans said coldly. Of course, I know it in my head, but no matter how hard it is, there is no way that all human beings can live according to reason.

“I’m sorry. It’s a lifesaver though.”

“Your tone has changed a little.”

“This is what happens when you regain your composure. This is the most comfortable.”

“…….”

“Well, you must have a lot of questions. Let’s talk while walking slowly.”

Lucy walked forward without hearing an answer. Hans wasn’t happy with that, but he couldn’t help it. He couldn’t help but follow after Lucy. Lucy had a smile on her lips.

“What do you think of vampires?”

“Vampires. Vampires, parasites that feed on human blood.”

“The horse has bones in it.”

“It has to be.”

“I understand. After being forced to separate for three years.”

“…….”

“But please understand my situation. At that time, it had to be the best way to save you and me.”

At Lucy’s appeal, which he had no choice but to understand, Hans finally let out a sigh and relaxed his expression. That’s not wrong. Against three true ancestors, what should I do there?

“Were the Demons of Zaihara really that strong?”

“Hmm, as far as I know, he’s second in line among the true ancestors.”

“No. 2… I see, that’s why you’re like that…”

Was Zaiha the second-ranked ancestor? Hans swallowed dryly. The blood ancestor I dealt with before was ranked third, and even that was nothing more than an alter ego. He almost died.

If I hadn’t dealt with it, I would have died for sure. And I did my best to deal with it, but what was left after that…… Hans said, grabbing his throbbing head.

“By the way, what did you mean by the last thing you said?”

“Are you talking about straightening the wrong?”

“Yeah, that’s it.”

“I’m talking about your twisted relationship with them.”

“A twisted relationship?”

“Of course.”

Hans raised his head in silence. In this place where only darkness lasts, the stars were shining beautifully. But looking at the light of that star, Hans felt an unknown loneliness.

“They expect a lot from you. Even though that earnestness led them down the wrong path.”

“You wished for a lot?”

“Yes, to be loved. Some to rule, some just to be forever. That’s enough.”

“…….”

“But maybe it’s because they’ve already lost it? They ended up choosing the wrong path. They ignored your choice.”

Hans was speechless. Because what Lucy said was true. Lucy didn’t defend them. It was just that they explained each and every thing they had done.

“Did you know that? If you keep going twisted, the only thing left in the end is ruin.”

“……Destruction?”

“Yes. I’m holding back at least for now, but with time, they will definitely cross the line someday.”

“If you cross the line…”

“That’s something I can’t tell you about. Anyway, and then you wake up? What will happen then?”

Hans shut his mouth for a moment and thought about him. If more time has passed here, if they are irreversible. If you did that What if you had come to your senses then?

I’m still confused and can’t do anything. At that time, if it was bad, it would have been worse. Hans let out a deep sigh. Ironically, he couldn’t bear to refute Lucy’s words…….

“If it did, it would be irreversible. The balance would be broken, and the demons would eventually swallow everything.”

“Is that enough?”

“Don’t deny it. If they were in front of you, you’d be angry, wouldn’t you?”

“…….”

“Oh, of course. That doesn’t mean it’s bad. It’s only natural that someone else has taken your mind.”

There was power in Lucy’s words. It is a word that cannot be denied. At the same time, she understood Hans. It was very difficult to resist her words of benevolent purpose.

And now, Hans had a lot of confusion in her head. Why did they do that? No, why did that kid do that? Did the other guys sympathize with him?

The confusion was running through her head, making it difficult for her to make an informed decision. Lucy just stared at Hans with an expressionless face. Hans opened her mouth.

“So, who are you?”

“What do you mean?”

“Who are you to correct this twist?”

“Now that’s what you’re asking.”

Even as she said that, Lucy was slowly working out her definition of her own existence in her head. How am I supposed to explain this? She’s bothered by those damn dragons.

“If the dragon is the sun that loves all, that is, the guardian of benevolence. We vampires are the moonlight that shines in the dark.”

“What?”

“There are things that must be cut coldly in order to preserve the balance. But cutting is a terrible and painful thing.”

“So, those who generously guard the balance are dragons. Those who calmly cut down vampires. Is that right?”

“Right, that’s it.”

If the dragon is a shield that embraces and protects everything. Vampires are cold blades that cut through rotting flesh. At least Hans accepted it that way. Hans opened his mouth.

“But why did the Guardian intervene?”

“Because we have to straighten out the twisted cause and effect.”

“So, what did you mean by that?”

“When you’re hypnotized. What choices do you make? It’s our vampire job to watch.”

Hans was speechless at Lucy’s words.

What choice will I make?

Should I hate them and hate them?

Or should I just forgive?

I don’t know. At least, I didn’t want to think about it now.

“You look worried. For now, take a break.”

Time is a wonderful haven.

Though it will be a punishment for them.

* * *

Lionheart Fortress, where members of the Royal Knights live. The loud shouts and sounds of discipline were no longer audible. Does it represent their feelings? The sky was dark.

Dreadful dark clouds obscured even the sun and darkened the sky. Helya, who had been standing there blankly, turned her head away. She always stood up like a giant tree, but she was invisible to the teacher.

What have I been doing? Helia was doing her best to remember that time as much as she could. Her empty head couldn’t remember anything.

“……It’s cold.”

Winter was coming. Just like the winter of that day when everything was lost. Helya raised her head. Just as expected. I saw snow falling coldly from the sky.

A chill covers his body. To find a warm place, Helya went inside. The fairies cleaning and managing Lionheart Fortress were nowhere to be seen. Everything, where did it all go?

I couldn’t afford to even think about that. Helya just walked in silence. Like a desert with no end in sight. The crackling and crackling of firewood caught her ears.

“……Helia?”

“It means that you have arrived well. It means that you warm up here.”

“Thank you.”

I could see the personnel warming up in the fireplace prepared in Lionheart Fortress’ dining room. I already took out the firewood prepared for winter preparation. Helya sat quietly beside him.

Surprisingly, no one said anything. She just stared blankly at the burning flames. Come to think of it, someone said they needed firewood to prepare for the winter.

Who was that? I don’t remember now. No, to be precise…… It was close to something she didn’t want to recall. Ruby, who had kept her mouth shut for a moment, carefully opened her mouth.

“Let’s eat something first.”

“Ruby, the way you talk…”

“Sorry… I can’t… I don’t think I can stand it.”

Ruby’s tone shattered like a window. Maybe it was to hide her melancholy voice. Ruby quickly disappeared into the kitchen. Only then did Helya notice.

Unlike the cold air.

The tears flowing from my eyes are hot.

A very cold winter has arrived.