―――――――――huh?
Just then, what did he say…? Lily is a demon……?
Even a bumpkin like me knows about demons.
Or rather, they even came to the village to buy and sell food occasionally.
But for Lily to be a demon…..
It’s too sudden; I don’t know what to think.
“Actually, it seems the Princess’ sister has been kidnapped, and apparently the name of her sister is Lily. According to the information we received, that Lily girl was forced to ingest poison when she was kidnapped, and fell into a weakened state. Originally, human recovery magic is not very effective on demons, but it would probably be an easy task for you to heal her. Furthermore, the information about her appearance corresponds with that of your Lily.”
“…………”
Certainly Lily’s physical condition was dire when I first met her.
And if Lily really was a demon, it would also explain her incredible physical strength.
“S-so, if Lily really is, uh, a demon… and is the demon princess’ younger sister then….?”
I timidly ask Ethique.
I just hope it is not what I think it is――
“I suppose she would take Lily back……”
Ethique’s response is merciless; it was also what I expected.
“…..Well, it can’t be helped, I guess….?”
“……I’m sorry….”
Seeing me so dejected, Ethique personally lowered his head.
“N-no, it’s not your fault, Ethique……”
Even while saying so, I could tell that my own feelings were steadily sinking even though I didn’t like it――
“In the midst of the party, we may be contacted by the demons, so please take note.”
“Right…”
It seems that Ethique’s business with me was about that, so I decide to return to the room from before now that the conversation is over.
……Nevertheless, to think that Lily might be a demon.
Of course, I know that’s it’s still just a possibility for now…
“Oh, speaking of which…”
While I was thinking of that, Ethique calls out to me as I was about to leave the room.
“I was wondering if you used that black cloak I gave you…?”
Ethique asks this while directing a gaze full of expectations towards me.
……I can’t say that I already threw it away.
If I said that, he might seriously become depressed.
So I calmly said this――
“…Ah, yeah, that. M-mhm. I’ve already used it, m-many times? Yeah, honestly.”