The legend of the Crimson Demon clan started from Suqing.

Chapter 355 Little Wild Cat

This is a thick and sharp claw.

Such a powerful blow would definitely cause severe injuries if it hit the target, even if the person fell unconscious.

However, this was not worth mentioning to Zun Zun, who simply grasped the furry wrist.

"Um...what does this mean?"

Feeling baffled, Zunzun took Garfiel's ultimate attack head-on. Natsuki Subaru was speechless at this scene that went beyond common sense, and Garfiel, the person involved, was also frozen in shock.

The beast's claws showed no mercy at all, but were blocked by the thin man in front of him like a handshake, revealing a confused expression.

It's beyond common sense and convention, the difference in strength is totally on a different level.

"You were able to block this. I can't help but admire your strength again. Aren't you an elf warlock? Why are your physical abilities so strong?"

"My profession is an Elf Warlock, but I also know a little bit about swordsmanship, so it doesn't matter if I say I'm an Elf Knight. By the way, you must have seen me when I was fighting the White Whale, right?"

Zun Zun answered Natsuki Subaru's complaints while looking at the orc Garfiel who was still grinning at him.

"Let's not talk about why he was attacked, but before that, can you let him be quiet for a while? This mad dog brother seems to be very hostile to me."

"I don't know who you are, but you must be an enemy if you're giving the general such a headache!"

Garfield tried to break free, but the slender hand holding him didn't move at all, and no matter what he did he couldn't break free.

"is that a lie……"

Staring at Zun Zun in astonishment.

"Ah, sorry, sorry." Natsuki Subaru quickly came between the two and said, "Gafiel, Zun Zun is my good friend... well, a very, very good friend, there is no doubt about that! And Zun Zun, this is the little brother I recruited in the Sanctuary. His name is..."

"Garfield. Garfield Dinzel."

When Natsuki Subaru introduced them, Zun Zun let go of his hand, and Gafiel introduced himself after taking a long breath.

"I see, it's you..."

"what happened?"

"Nothing, I didn't expect Natsuki Subaru to have such a strong helper like you, please give me your guidance in the future... Mad Dog brother."

"Are you teasing me on purpose?!"

Zun Zun's good intentions were misunderstood. Jia Feier glared at him with bared teeth, looking provocative as if he wanted to attack again.

"Oh, sorry. Tigers are cats, right? I should call you a little wildcat... Never mind, this name doesn't really suit you."

"You guy...!"

"Alright, alright, calm down, Garfield!"

Natsuki Subaru quickly grabbed his arm to prevent him from attacking again impulsively.

Emilia immediately lowered her head and said, "I'm sorry, my child, I'm really sorry, are you okay, Zun Zun?"

"No, it's nothing."

Zun Zun shook his head indifferently.

He did not take this attack seriously, and at the same time he discovered that although Garfiel was called Emilia's shield, this shield was not very competent and not very strong.

Just because you don't mind doesn't mean others don't mind.

Julius was clearly someone else's knight, but he still took the initiative to stand up to defend Zun Zun and said coldly: "Knight Natsuki Subaru, as a fellow knight I have to give you a piece of advice - manage your subordinates well, otherwise it will cause a serious diplomatic incident."

"Well, although I feel unhappy, I can't find any reason to refute it."

"Um, I'm sorry!"

Natsuki Subaru was too frustrated to admit it, but Emilia decisively bowed and apologized to Zun Zun without any hesitation.

“Wait, wait, why do you want Lady Emilia to apologize? Of course I should apologize for what I did!”

"why?"

In response to Garfield's questioning, Julius said calmly, "Because the Honorable Lord is a candidate for the King's Choice."

Since he is a candidate for the king's choice, it means that Zunzun's status is equal to Emilia's, so it is said that it may cause a serious diplomatic incident, and Emilia will have to clean up the mess made by Gabriel.

"I know you're surprised, but it's the truth."

Natsuki Subaru patted the dumbfounded Garfiel on the shoulder. He probably thought that Zun Zun was Anastasia's follower or something like that.

"To be honest, I almost wanted to kneel down and beg for mercy. Even if I am punished, it's not too much."

"Don't do such a shameful thing, General!"

After not seeing each other for a year, Natsuki Subaru has become a little shameless and is thinking of using this method to gain forgiveness.

"Also, don't misunderstand me, I have clearly told him about his status as a candidate for the King's Choice, but... you understand, right?"

"Even so, I hope you can teach him well and not make unnecessary mistakes in this situation."

"Alright Julius."

Zun Zun interrupted the best knight who was speaking up for himself and said with a smile: "Bless those who forget, they overcome their mistakes - this is a famous saying of Nietzsche."

"...I don't understand. But hearing Zun Zun's sharp tongue again, I feel very familiar with it."

"General, are you Duem?" "No!... But if Emilia likes it, I can do it, too."

With Natsuki Subaru's funny performance, the air was filled with a happy atmosphere, and the incident of Garfiel offending Zun Zun was put to rest.

Zun Zun sighed.

"Subaru's growth is amazing. He was the same as a year ago."

"Hehehe, that's right. Subaru is really amazing, my proud knight-sama!"

It didn't sound like a flattering compliment, and it made Emilia puff out her chest with self-satisfaction, half happy and half shy that something like this could make her feel so proud.

Anyway, thanks to this conversation the atmosphere was restored.

After Zun Zun signaled Julius with his eyes, the best knight immediately said, "I am very sorry, Emilia, for keeping you outside for so long. You must be very tired from the long journey. Please go to the inn to rest. In addition, Lady Anastasia is on her way here and will meet you soon."

"Thank you Julius, I am indeed a little tired."

After thanking her, Emilia walked into the hotel, followed by Natsuki Subaru and Garfiel. As soon as the latter came in, Mimi, who smelled the smell, rushed over and took him away.

So she was in the hotel?

Natsuki Subaru was shocked when he saw the Japanese-style inn. He pulled Zun Zun aside to comment on this not-so-authentic inn and made suggestions for improvements to the counter staff.

Because he was a distinguished guest entertained by Anastasia, the counter clerk still greeted him with a smile even though he felt unhappy, until he was dragged away by the impatient Betty.

Soon, Anastasia returned to the hotel.

She didn't know what to do, and Zun Zun couldn't tell any clues from the face of the big businessman who had good expression management. Anyway, she first came to take a look at Zun Zun in person, and then met Emilia.

"So, why is Zun Zun here?"

“I’m also curious about this question.”

Zun Zun had consciously stayed away from Emilia. After all, even if they met in Watergate City, they should not explore each other's information. This was proper etiquette.

However, Anastasia did not follow the rules and insisted that he come along.

"Is it okay for Zun Zun to be here?"

"Yeah...it's okay."

Emilia hesitated for a moment and shook her head. She hadn't done anything wrong and her problems were known to everyone, so she wasn't worried about being found out.

Natsuki Subaru looked at the smiling Anastasia, then looked at Zun Zun, and uttered something.

"Are you two dating?"

"Dating... No."

Zun Zun shook his head to deny it. At the same time, he seemed to understand why Anastasia wanted him to attend, which was to create the illusion that the two of them were already bound together. Even if Zun Zun denied it, it would leave an impression on people, at least it would arouse suspicion and other thoughts.

"Well, let's get into the topic you've all been waiting for. What Miss Emilia is looking for is... the magic crystal that serves as a catalyst for the elf sorcerer. And it has to be colorless and of high purity."

"Oh, yes. Can you tell me about this?"

Emilia's purple eyes were filled with anticipation for the sudden return to the main topic.

Her crystal shattered in the sanctuary, and her memory returned while the catalyst was damaged. Parker had no way to summon it again, so she was in urgent need of the magic crystal.

Anastasia smiled slightly.

"The magic crystal you are looking for is owned by the son of the successor of this city's major chamber of commerce. Although he is also famous for his business talent, he is even more famous here by other names."

She paused for a moment, raised her head to check Emilia's reaction, and then slowly said under her slightly anxious gaze:
"——A man who was bewitched by a singing girl."

"A man whose mind was bewitched by a singing girl?"

There was deep confusion in Emilia's eyes.

In the eyes of those who are prepared, this is undoubtedly very useful information, but in the eyes of those who are unprepared, it is considered to be of no use. The key is how to use it.

This is also the gap between businessmen and big businessmen.

Unfortunately, Anastasia did not intend to tell Emilia how to use this information, but she also helped contact the other party in advance and made preparations for the visit. Her ability to plan in advance is admirable.

According to her own words.

"Since it's a favor, then let's put it out in the open. If you do it in a subtle way, the other party will just ignore it, which is a big taboo for a businessman."

"Then why not tell us what to do with that information?"

When I asked this question, the answer I got was—

"That would be too boring. Besides, merchants don't do everything well. The favor ends here."

As if testing Emilia, Anastasia only helped her to the extent possible.

"Are we going to rely on ourselves next..." Standing in the Water Feather Robe Pavilion waiting for the guide, Natsuki Subaru let out a long breath, and at the same time looked at Zun Zun who was standing beside him and scratching his head, and asked curiously: "What are you doing?"

"Well... doesn't Emilia want the magic crystal? I have all these on my head, but——"

No matter how hard they tried, they couldn't get it off.

"Ha...ha...it's stuck in the crown and can't be removed. Sorry, I can't help you."

(End of this chapter)