The day before when Hiiro and the others were indulging themselves in the feast, when the [Beast King] Leowald returned to the [Beast Kingdom · Pasion] from [Valar Wilderness], everyone was speechless at the scene spread before their eyes.
TN Note: Valar Wilderness【ヴァラール荒野】was previously translated as【Valaaru Wilds】by Kiriko-sama (please refer to chapter 167). I’m going to stick to this one as it is easier to speak in the English tongue.
Before they have gone to the duel, the country was covered with natural spectacle of greenery, but now, that green was destroyed, burned till it’s carbonized.
Not only that, clearly you can discover traces hit by a sharp blade. As if a fire extinguishing event was over, soot and black smoke are dancing everywhere.
But what everyone being surprised the most, was the state of the which was the symbol of Pasion.
The great tree possesses a fascinating green throughout the year, never withering, and with its enormous presence, it gives of a graceful feeling that wraps the heart of everybody.
But right now, the great tree which is supposed to be overflowing with vitality isn’t reflected before their eyes, but one whose life was totally cut down, and won’t live for another tens of years if left alone.
The young and vibrant thick leaves that has flourished could not be found, and the strong and thick branches, they seemed so brittle that they may break with little effort.
Everyone who had witnessed thought the same thing. And that is……
The tree is already dead.
All who had witnessed thought and want to deny it at the same time. however, this is without a doubt the reality, and to have done this……
“……Kokurou……”
Leowald muttered unconsciously. That mutter was mad with anger, with thirst for blood to the maximum.
“……You. deal with the medical treatment and rescue of the wounded. Get it?”
As Leowald gave the soldiers who came back together with him orders, they began to move from their places.
“I will go to the . As I have heard from the people, Kokurou seems to have infiltrated the . I’m anxious about Blansa and the others”
And thus, Leowald faced towards the and went in a quick pace.