The legend of the Crimson Demon clan started from Suqing.

Chapter 354: Sand, bean paste, one buried here, one thrown into the waterfall
"Hey, Crusch, are you okay...?"

For some reason, after meeting at the hotel after more than ten days, Crusch hid behind Ferris as soon as they met, looking quite embarrassed.

"Phyllis, did I do anything wrong?"

"Yes, for a man who says he wants to get married right after meeting you, that's pretty bad."

"Then you haven't seen a woman who proposed to me the first time we met."

Ferris stood in front of him, preventing him from getting close to Crusch like a thief.

Is he a male mom?

As if he had sensed that Zun Zun wanted to start a conversation, he actually spoke first: "Master Crusch, we should go and rest first after the journey. The air here is not very good."

"Oh, oh... then Zun Zun, we will leave first."

Crusch was dragged away by the cat man, but he still said hello to him before leaving, and the two left in a hurry. Looking at their departing backs, Zun Zun scratched his head.

“…Am I the source of pollution?”

"I'm really sorry about what Phyllis said, he didn't mean to say that."

"I feel relieved when you say that, Master Will."

Wilhelm seemed to be going to settle the dragon carriage, so he was a little late, but thanks to such respect, he didn't feel embarrassed about being ignored, which would have made him seem disliked, at least by Phyllis.

Zun Zun and Wilhelm were resting in the atrium. They both tacitly agreed not to mention the invitation from Anastasia. After all, if they delved too deeply into it, it would only create unnecessary estrangement between the two parties.

But no matter who it is, they can guess that Anastasia will definitely invite other candidates for the royal election.

"Master Will, Reinhard will also be here this time."

"……Well."

Zun Zun's sudden words made Wilhelm silent for a while. He looked at Zun Zun with a probing look in his eyes.

--What's the meaning?
"It may not be nice for an outsider like me to say this, but I hope that Master Will can reconcile with Reinhard. Or rather, you two should reconcile quickly. It's been a year, what on earth have you been doing?"

"Make peace...?"

“When we decided to conquer the White Whale, Reinhard wanted to come here, but he wanted to protect Felt—”

"I know."

Wilhelm understood, but he was the one who had reprimanded Reinhard in the beginning, and it was too embarrassing for him to bow his head and beg for forgiveness now.

There shouldn’t have been any hatred between the grandfather and grandson. Rather, it was Wilhelm who was unable to accept his wife’s death and took his anger out on Reinhard, who was completely unaware of the situation. But now that his revenge has been taken and so many years have passed, he should have let it go.

“Reinhardt too…”

"Thank you, sir. I didn't expect that an outsider would enlighten me, as foolish as I am. I will consider this carefully."

He bowed deeply, then walked into the inn to meet up with Crusch and the others.

What is lacking now is a stepping stone. As a comrade-in-arms and a candidate for the king's choice, Zun Zun is naturally qualified to serve as a bridge between the grandfather and grandson. Now they just have to wait for a suitable opportunity, and I believe they will be able to put aside their past grudges.

At this time, Zun Zun heard a noise outside.

Come outside.

It turned out that Natsuki Subaru and his group had arrived, and it seemed that they were just after Crusch. I couldn't help but wonder, could it be that Crusch's progress was accelerated because I visited him in advance?
At this time, Subaru Natsuki was arguing with Julius.

Although this guy acknowledged Julius's kindness in his heart and was grateful to him, he was unwilling to admit defeat and had an unhappy expression on his face.

"I was wondering why it was so noisy, turns out Subaru is here."

"Ah, Zun Zun! Long time no see!"

When Natsuki Subaru saw Zun Zun, his face showed joy of reunion, which was completely different from the sullen face he had when he confronted Julius just now. Seeing his fellow villager safe and sound in another world was better than anything else.

"It's great that you're still so energetic, Subaru."

"Of course! If you ask me why, I have been training for a whole year. I am completely different from before! Don't underestimate me now!"

Natsuki Subaru put his hands on his hips and raised his head proudly. Although it’s hard to see, he should have become a little stronger than before... right?

Then she looked at the silver-haired half-elf standing next to her.

"Ms. Amelia, long time no see."

"Long time no see, Zun Zun."

To be honest, he didn't have much communication with Emilia. He only met her once at the King Selection Ceremony and briefly communicated with her during the expedition against Sloth. He hadn't seen her since then. But...

"Amelia, your face is so red, are you sick?"

Natsuki Subaru patted her head.

There was a concerned look on her face, but it was still embarrassing to say it in front of everyone, at least Emilia was shy.

"Subaru, I'm fine."

"But...ah, did you see that Zun Zun blushed? Indeed, his current outfit looks very surprising to you."

Zun Zun is wearing a yukata.

It is different from the costumes in the other world, so it is particularly novel. In addition, the simple costume can better highlight Zun Zun's appearance, so it is normal for girls to feel shy when seeing it.

However, what no one expected was——

"Um, um...I'm sorry, Zun Zun, you're a good person!"

Ok? ? ?
Give out the nice guy card right away! ?

Zun Zun looked at Emilia who bowed to him in astonishment, and then looked at Natsuki Subaru who was also dumbfounded. The meaning in his eyes was very clear - what is this doing? "Amelia, what are you doing?"

Natsuki Subaru asked directly.

"Um, that... I've already kissed Subaru, so I can't marry Zun-Zun, so... I'm sorry, I can't agree to the conditions that Master Miklotov said..."

She looked at Zun Zun cautiously.

Forgot about this.

Miklotov informed every candidate for the royal election that as long as they married Zun Zun, they would become the next king. Emilia, who declared that she would be fair at the royal election ceremony, was no exception.

"I, I think I should refuse! Because I have kissed Subaru, so even if Zunzun has such thoughts, I have to refuse it properly! This is something that cannot be ambiguous! ... That's what I think."

"Amelia, I love you so much! E.M.T!"

The innocent girl stood firmly beside the man she chose.

--What's this?
I clearly didn't do anything, and I didn't even have any thoughts about it, but I was given a nice guy card in advance. That's fine, I'm full of dog food.

“Hehe, hehe——”

Zun Zun looked at the two intimate people with a fake smile, and said to the best knight beside him: "Julius, can I trouble you for something?"

"Please give me your orders."

"Sand, smash these two people to pieces, bury one here, and throw the other to the other side of the waterfall!"

"----Hello!"

Natsuki Subaru couldn't help but shout, "I know I'm very charming and make you jealous, but there's no need to be so angry!"

"Shut up, or I'll gather the FFF to kill you! I'll roast you on the fire!"

"You don't have to go to that extent! Besides, you have two childhood sweethearts, right? You should be punished too!"

Although the two of them were bickering with each other all the time, anyone with a discerning eye could see that they had a good relationship.

"Give me a moment!"

A cute scolding voice interrupted, and the owner of the voice glared at the two of them in displeasure, saying, "Betty doesn't know about the good guy card, FFF group, etc., but it's really inappropriate to leave a lady alone."

She has long, cream-colored hair that is braided into two vertical ponytails. She often wears gorgeous frilly dresses and looks like a little girl, giving people a lovable impression.

"I accidentally was too rude."

Zun Zun bowed gracefully, took one of her little hands, and kissed the air lightly in front of everyone.

"I didn't expect to meet an elf lady of your high rank. Nice to meet you. I'm your honor. Please give me your guidance."

Because there were many things he wanted to ask this knowledgeable artificial elf, Zun Zun gave her enough face and behaved with all the courtesy, hoping that she could help him solve his doubts.

But unexpectedly, it actually irritated Natsuki Subaru.

He was startled and shouted, "Zunzun, you saw that Emilia had no chance, so you aimed at Beatrice? Enough! Stop it, she is only 400 years old!"

You are enough!
How can there be such a thing as a 400-year-old child?

"Don't be nervous, Subaru. Although I have a crush on him and even now I can't help wanting to go to him, my contract partner is Subaru, so I won't go over there."

“…Why are you talking like you’re helpless because you’re being tied up by a rubbish guy? I’m really hurt!”

Natsuki Subaru pretended to cry.

Betty rolled her eyes at him, then looked at Zun Zun and said, "Also, this isn't the first time we've met. I saw you when you first came to visit the mansion. I wanted to ask you to come up, but you slipped away in the blink of an eye."

"Oh, that time..."

Originally, Zun Zun's secondary purpose was to meet her, but unfortunately he had to give up for various reasons, and then he was attacked by the Hunter.

Natsuki Subaru looked at Zun Zun with slight surprise.

"That's so strange. Beatrice actually hates humans. I didn't expect that..."

"Don't get me wrong, Subaru. The person standing in front of you is neither a human nor an elf. He is a much more powerful being." She looked at Zun Zun carefully and said, "Boy, you should have also contracted an elf."

"Yes, I have contracted 6 of them."

"By the way, Master Zun is different from me. He doesn't have the blessing of seducing sperm."

Julius' words further demonstrated the extraordinary physique of Zun Zun.

"You are a very attractive guy."

Betty snorted in a disgusted tone.

Emilia also whispered: "Actually, I also have a little crush on you... No, don't get me wrong, Subaru, it's just a little bit..."

"Even Emilia-tan is like this!?"

Natsuki Subaru widened his eyes and murmured involuntarily: "Amelia and Betty, could it be that they were (N) slept (T) away (R)..."

"Shut up, idiot!" Zun Zun grabbed his collar and shouted, "I am the God of Pure Love!"

"But--"

Natsuki Subaru wanted to say something else, but at this moment a strong gust of wind came towards his face, accompanied by a tiger's roar.

"Wait a minute, Garfield!"

And Emilia's cry.

(End of this chapter)