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Chapter 135

135. Father and Daughter

“I understand that you’re happy to see each other again, but this is not the time for that.”

“The fundamental problem hasn’t been solved.”

“I know.”

It seemed like I was the only one who was startled by Kron-san and Nika-san’s words. Gil-san was still on guard. As expected.

“Dragon breath, incoming!”

“Whoa, he’s also emanatin’ some incredible aura.”

Oh, so neither of them have time for a heartwarming reunion. Okay. Let’s solve one problem at a time. So, I have a suggestion!

“Demon King-shan… I think I can do shomething about Father-shama.”

“What…?”

“What do you mean?”

Well, that’s to be expected. It’s only natural for them to wonder what a little kid like me could do. But since I’d managed to calm the monsters down, both now and before, they seemed willing to listen.

“I have Shou-chan. Sho, we can get through to Father-shama.”

“! I see, it’s worth a try. And it’ll definitely resonate with Zahariash-sama, coming from you, Meg-sama.”

Kron-san, understanding my intentions perfectly, agreed. Capable people are different after all.

“But Schelmelhorn’s still targeting Meg! Whoa!”

They continued to dodge attacks as we discussed. Me? I’m being carried by Gil-san, of course. He said it was fine, since he wasn’t attacking, even though he could only use one hand. I couldn’t help but to gaze at him in admiration, his movements so fluid and efficient.

“Can you still… deliver the message in this situation?”

“Yesh! But if posshible… I’d wike to get closer.”

The Demon King, transformed into a dragon, was huge, so I figured it would be hard for him to find me. It was one thing for him to hear my voice, but seeing me would be completely different.

“Then Nika and I will buy you some time.”

“But we can’t hold out for too long.”

“That’s right. Can you do it, Meg?”

They’re right. But if the Demon King regains his senses, things will be a lot easier. It wasn’t about whether I could do it, I had to do it.

“Okii!”

“Alright. I’m counting on you!”

Gil-san nodded, the corners of his lips lifting slightly at my reply, and then gave them a signal. They immediately started running. Nika-san and Kron-san in the opposite direction, towards Schelmelhorn.

“Shou-chan, please!”

『I’m ready!』

I was being carried by Gil-san, but since he was dodging attacks as he moved, it was quite intense. I have to be careful not to bite him!

Well then, time for attempt number two! I took a deep breath once again.

“I hate a rampaging Papa!”

Fuu, it feels good to shout! Shou-chan also seemed to have done its job properly. It must have delivered my voice directly to the Demon King’s mind.

…Hmm? Why is it so quiet? I wondered and looked up at Gil-san’s face.

“Meg…!”

Gil-san, covering his mouth with his hand, was trembling. Eh? Was he laughing? This is amazing, it’s so rare! That’s not it.

“Why are you waughing?”

I don’t get it. I pouted, and he started trembling even more. Maybe something had struck his funny bone. Why?

“What incredible power! It’s incredibly effective, Meg-sama!”

I heard Kron-san’s voice from a distance. Eh? Incredibly effective? I looked around, and then I understood.

“N-No… I hate this!!!! I can’t live if my daughter hates me!!!!”

The Demon King, who had reverted to his human form at some point, was on his hands and knees, lamenting, wailing, blood flowing from various wounds.

Ah, he’s back.

“I was struggling in the darkness. I knew I couldn’t let my anger consume me, but what he did was unforgivable. And then… then Meg…!”

“‘I hate Papa,’ attack?”

“Guh! Stop it…! I’d rather die than that!!”

The Demon King, clutching his chest in agony. More terrifying than death, his daughter saying that she hates him. Maybe I’m invincible, being his daughter… As I was staring blankly into the distance, Gil-san, who had finally stopped laughing, interjected.

“Well, now that you’re back to your senses, why don’t you do something about the monsters? They’re probably rampaging everywhere.”

“Mmm, you’re right. Just a moment.”

That’s right, there were still problems. Acknowledging Gil-san’s words, the Demon King transformed back into a dragon. And then roared towards the sky.

His roar, strong enough to reach the far corners of the world, was a critical hit to me, so close… But strangely, I couldn’t hear it. It was as if it had resonated directly with my heart. And it also signified the Demon King’s return, reassuring everyone that it would be okay. Ohhh, I have to admit, he’s cool like this!

“That should be enough. The remaining problem is… him, I guess.”

The Demon King quickly reverted to his human form and glared at Schelmelhorn. There was anger in his eyes, but I wonder if it’ll be okay?

“…You won’t turn into a scawwy Father-shama, wight?”

A little anxious, I asked this after Gil-san put me down. I ran over to the Demon King and tugged at his clothes. Father-shama, who noticed me, smiled faintly, but then quickly knelt down and answered, meeting my gaze.

“Yenna… is gone. And there’s no mistaking that I can’t forgive him for what he did. But I have friends who are like family. And now, I also have my own daughter.”

His large hand touched my cheek. …So warm.

“And you were the one who reminded me of that, Meg. I’m grateful. My beloved daughter.”

Oh my, he’s a bit cool! A handsome papa? How can he say such nice things? I couldn’t help but to smile genuinely. I rubbed my cheek against his hand and replied,

“Yesh! I wike Father-shama too!”

“! …G-Guh! I tried to hold back, but it’s no use! How can you be this cute!? My daughter is the cutest in the world! I’ll resolve this immediately! Just watch!”

The Demon King, after writhing in agony, suddenly seemed to be filled with motivation and ran off with great speed. Gil-san and I stared blankly after him.

“…That was anticlimactic.”

“Well, that’s… vewwy Father-shama.”

We couldn’t help but to exchange glances and chuckle. There was still one powerful enemy remaining, but it would be okay. We’ll find a way.

“Let’s go.”

“Okii!”

We started walking a little after. We’d move a little further away because it was dangerous, but we headed towards Schelmelhorn.

Gil-san’s carrying me, of course!