Five days passed from then.
The warlord Jade seems to be planning a coronation.
It's something that should be flashy, but there isn't room for that in this country.
However, it is important to show the rest of the world when the head of a country changes.
I heard the rumor after meeting up with Ginger.
After her stamina recovered she immediately left Fort Karon chasing us.
She was only a bit late because she rode her horse into the ground coming.
After seeing the state of the town, and listening to our story, she just said, 'Oh, is that so.' without changing her expression.
Still, when she heard about Pax's death, her face showed that she felt he deserved it; it was impossible to miss.
Well, because Pax did some terrible things to her, it can't be helped.
It can't be helped, I understand, but it's still sad.
"Thereupon, Zanoba-sama, how will we proceed from here?"
"Hmmmm."
"Also... how do you plan to charm the country?"
I think when she heard about it, Ginger was calmed.
Pax is dead.
There should be no one left threatening the life of Zanoba.
The next king might view Zanoba as a risk.
But, Jade shouldn't kill the guy.
Unlike Pax, they should not harbor any personal resentment towards Zanoba.
They should also know the usefulness of a Miko.
It can't be said that he isn't dangerous, but both parties should be able to approach the situation reasonably.
But Zanoba shook his head helplessly.
"No, I'll go back to the magic city Sharia."
"... yes sir."
Ginger gave an exaggerated nod.
Just a bit, her face is a happy one.
I had thought that Ginger's hope was for Zanoba to become a respectable royal but...
More than that, she wants him to live.
I was honestly relieved by that.
If he remained in this country, it's likely he would be killed.
While I was thinking that, I looked at Zanoba's face and got a bad feeling.
"Ginger,"
For some reason, Zanoba had a face full of determination.
It's the face he made just before his journey to Shirone.
He's up to something, it's that kind of face.
"I... will discard this country for the moment."
"You're going to, discard the country...
Ah, you mean you'll take refuge?
I think it's a good idea.
Ranoa, for us, would gladly accept the likes of Zanoba-sama.
With a word for Rudeus then even Asura would..."
"No, I will not go into exile."
Again, Zanoba shook his head.
And then, he looked down upon Ginger who had taken a knee to persuade him.
"I intend to abandon my position within the royal family.
At this time let them believe that I died during the rebellion. Rather than Shirone Kingdom's Third Prince Zanoba Shirone, I'll just become Zanoba and try to live a fulfilling life in the future."