Ginger had become pale.
Now that I think about it, she hasn't had a chance to really see Pax since he became king.
To her, Pax is probably still the same as he was in the past.
He is still the old repugnant Pax.
"Ginger, I'm sorry. If it's this kind of thing, then I'm going to have to respect Zanoba's feelings."
Well, in this situation, Pax seems like he will continue to grow into his role as king.
Well whatever, nothing will happen if we don't go to Pax.
If we just come to help on our own, unexpectedly, Pax may change his view of Zanoba.
"It's like that Ginger. Our troubles keep multiplying."
Zanoba patted Ginger's shoulder as he went past her.
"Ah, oh, please wait."
Ginger came tumbling out of the bed after him.
Without even standing up, she clung to Zanoba's feet.
Ginger pleaded desperately.
"Zanoba-sama, I understand that I can't stop you, but please, just one. Just listen to my one request!"
"Go ahead."
"Even if King Pax orders you to, please do not die!"
They were awkward words.
It was probably said on the spur-of-the-moment.
But I understood Ginger's desire.
She only wants Zanoba to live.
It's just that alone.
"Haha, well but..."
"I understand Ginger. I'll bring Zanoba back alive by any means."
In Zanoba's place, I replied.
I'll help satisfy Zanoba's obligation towards Pax.
I won't let him die.
If there relationship is twisted and seems to be hopeless,
I'll take responsibility and return with Zanoba.
The original purpose that had drove me to come all this way with Zanoba was the same.
I have to accomplish that original intention.
It's not something I can forget.
"Thank you Rudeus-dono, I am very grateful."
Ginger bowed deeply to me.