성황의 아이들 [1]

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"Indeed, Your Majesty mentioned so..."

Commander Bruno stroked his mustache with a troubled expression.

"I had simply thought His Majesty gathered psychics to form a useful secret organization. I never imagined the reason for organizing and keeping Arenja close was such."

The next day, Seongjin briefed Commander Bruno about the conversation he had with the Holy Emperor the day before.

Since he was also close to Seongjin, he thought it necessary to have a more accurate understanding of the organization he was a part of.

Of course, he left out slightly sensitive topics like the Oracle or the sarcophagus of the previous empress.

"His Majesty never quite reveals his intentions clearly. So that's what you were thinking."

Masain was also present here.

Feeling left out in recent conversations with Commander Bruno, it was decided to openly share everything with everyone. However, Masain seemed more anxious than pleased.

"When I was the captain of the guard, I also didn't properly know about the organization Arenja. I only vaguely guessed that something existed. Is it really okay to inform me of such critical secrets now?"

This was a noticeably cautious attitude, different from the past.

"What are you saying? It's just that there hasn't been a proper opportunity until now. I'm actually embarrassed for not having discussed it sooner."

Initially, Masain seemed to regard Seongjin as a child who needed his sincere care. After the boy's near-death experience at the Diggory estate, he became frantic over not being able to control Seongjin's every move.

However, after experiencing various events recently, it felt like he was trying to find an appropriate distance, acknowledging that Seongjin wasn't just a child.

'It seems he's realized I'm not just a kid anymore. It's probably safe to say he's started to trust me to some extent.'

Then, the Demon King snickered.

[Or maybe he's given up entirely? You did give him a hard time.]

'...Shut up!'

The fact that it hurts quite a bit is irritating. It's like he's hitting my nerve.

Seongjin managed his expression and added,

"I believe it's only natural to consult you first on such important matters. You are the head of security at Pearl Palace and my swordsmanship instructor, aren't you? So, I hope you will continue to support me as you have been."

At that, Masain grimaced, making a strange expression before slowly turning his head to the side. Seeing his eyes slightly reddened, it seemed he was quite moved.

'This man is also unexpectedly sensitive...'

It's not just Arenja. Seongjin was thinking of soon informing Masain and Commander Bruno about Dasha and formally introducing her to them.

She has been visiting Pearl Palace frequently, and the ones she is most nervous about are Commander Bruno, a former Decalon Knight, and Sir Masain, a senior knight.

The commander is already aware that someone has been sneaking into Seongjin's room, and lately, Sir Masain seems to be catching on to something as well.

In that case, instead of wasting time on unnecessary probing, it would be better to be open and get along. Seongjin felt that these three would continue to be together for a long time.