章 41: Chapter 39- Back to the Holy Kingdom

The next day, Kazuki spent the entire morning and afternoon sightseeing with the girls. The went to every side of the kingdom and made sure not to miss a single spot. After dinner, Kazuki went to the national defense office to meet the high paladin but when he opened the door he almost fell. Good thing the high paladin was fast enough to catch him before he hit the ground. He was so tired from running and walking all day that his legs gave up. He sat on a chair and started the to finish the remaining paperwork. After that, he wrote a letter to Griffin asking if the High paladin of defense could meet with him in the Holy kingdom and stamped it afterwards. It was almost morning when he fell asleep.

A few hours later, he heard a voice calling his name. He slowly opened hiss eyes and saw Coppelia standing beside him. Her brown hair was sparkling from the morning sun's light and her white dress made her look more stunning. Kazuki stared at her as if he saw an angel. Coppelia noticed Kazuki's stare and instantly turned red in embarrassment.

"Uh...Kazuki? We should go" she said getting all flustered.

Hearing Coppelia's voice, Kazuki noticed that he was staring at her for a long time which made him a little embarrassed. He got up and went to the hot springs to take a dip. This was his first time dipping in the hot springs because of his busy schedule and meetings. This was the first time he truly felt relaxed. All his fatigue and stress was washed away in an instant and his mind also calmed down. He was about to rest his eyes for a bit when a paladin entered.

"Sir! You will be departing in five minutes" he reported.

Hearing those words, Kazuki almost cursed in anger. He didn't expect his relaxation would only last for a couple minutes and he'll have to leave. As much as he wanted too complain, he knew it was his responsibility so he remained quiet. After packing all his belongings, he went outside and saw the girls happily chatting with each other. He was quite envious that they get to enjoy their stay while he was busy working.

A few minutes later, their ride arrived with their escorts. The high paladin of defense joined Kazuki in his carriage with two red caped high paladins while the girls are on the other carriage guarded by four riders. Their trip took 2 days due to heavy rain so their arrival was delayed. When they reached the city wall, holy guards were stationed there to welcome them. Their arrival was also celebrated by the citizens by arranging a festival just for them. The windows of the carriage has curtains to Kazuki's identity was not exposed. If people knew about his identity, it would be a problem so he told the paladin of defense to keep the hero's identity a secret.

When they arrived in the castle, the named the high paladin of defense Rhyle while he decided to call the two other high paladins as his royal guards. They went inside the Supreme mage's office to discuss things with Griffin.