성황의 아이들 [2]

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257. Regina's Crossroads (1)

It was a very strange thing.

The strong energy that seemed as if it would rush out of my body and sweep away everything in front of me at any moment slowly fades away, as if I had been poured water, the moment I meet Seonghwang's calm silver-gray eyes.

The uncontrollable anger that had been surging did not disappear at all. I just realized that there was another perspective of myself that I could quietly observe from a step away, putting up a layer of fence around those uncontrollable emotions.

The fitful laughter subsided, and the rapidly blinking eyes gradually subsided.

"...father."

Then the exorcist who was quietly examining Seongjin tapped his shoulder a couple more times.

Tuk-tuk.

Seongjin's mood became more subtle as he felt like he was being praised for doing a good job.

"...Your Majesty? Sir Sharon?

Orden cautiously called out to them from the side. The prince, who burst out laughing while radiating unusual energy, and the exorcist, who appeared from nowhere in a strange atmosphere different from usual, were both extremely confusing.

Then Seonghwang glanced at him for a moment with cold eyes and then turned his head towards Seongjin.

"Lowering."

There was no doubt that it was Sir Sharon's usual voice. For a moment, I thought he had returned to being Sir Sharon again.

Nevertheless, looking at the bright light blinking in the eyes, I could tell that it was still in full swing. Perhaps it was because he was conscious of the eyes of people around him.

"It appears that the old lady is very unwell, so it would be best for the Archduke to assist her as is. I will take care of her from now on, so please return to your room with me."

No, father. You're really not good at acting.

If you're trying to pretend to be Sir Sharon, your tone and mood are too serious.

"......."

Orden also blinked in surprise. This is because we have been traveling together for quite some time and are familiar with this crazy exorcist's words and actions.

Seongjin, realizing the need to quickly resolve the situation, quickly nodded.

"Okay, sure. Let's go back now."

Orden hesitated for a moment. Since he is a guy with a good sense of humor, he seemed to realize that something unusual had just happened.

But there was no way for him to recognize the stigma engraved on his soul, the curse engraved in his thoughts. Orden finally nodded his head with an anxious look on his face.

"Then, I ask you to please, Lord Sharon."

Before the words could be said, the Holy Emperor, who had possessed Lord Sharon, coolly turned around. He didn't even pay attention to the old woman who was lying on the floor with foam at her mouth.

"Gruk ruk ruk."

"Ah, what is all this about? Madam! Come to your senses!"

Even at first glance, it looks very serious. This is proof that Seongjin's curse was so severe that a person could fall to that point with just a blow to his soul.

"A doctor! No, a priest first!"

"Ah, there's a Paladin here... Paladin?"

Lately, someone recognized the exorcist and called him, but Seonghwang started walking down the hallway at a fast pace without looking back.