Who taught him to restore the country like this

Chapter 221 What kind of body type does the hero prefer?
As the king left, music began to play in the banquet hall.

The dance has begun.

As is customary, Ron, as the protagonist of this engagement party, was invited by Alicia to dance the first dance.

"Beautiful Princess Alicia, would you be so kind as to join me for a dance?"

He bowed slightly and extended his hand to Alicia.

"Yes... yes."

Alicia blushed slightly, placed her cool hand in Ron's palm, and nodded gently.

"It's a great honor."

Ron led Alicia to the center of the dance floor.

Under the watchful eyes of the banquet guests, the two began to dance slowly to the rhythm of the music.

Ron wasn't particularly skilled at dancing, after all, he didn't really need those tricks to charm young girls.

In preparation for tonight's banquet, he had specifically gone to learn the relatively unrestrained dances of the Titan Kingdom that afternoon.

At this moment, to the rousing music, the dance he guided Princess Alicia to perform resembled an old lady taking a leisurely stroll.

I'd give it one out of ten.

The crowd at the edge of the dance floor couldn't help but smile and whisper among themselves.

Ron didn't take it to heart at all.

It doesn't matter, it's just a formality anyway.

His mind was entirely focused on maximizing the future profits from the territory.

[Name: Beretta]

[Race: Human Race]

【Age: 18】

[Level: LV.37]

[Affiliation: Titan Kingdom (Count Rockhammer), Orantia Kingdom (Hero) "Switch"]

[Territory: Hongyan Territory]

[Reputation: 0 (1/h↑)]

Experience: 0 (250/h↑)

The news of his becoming the new lord of Hongyan has not yet spread, and he has not yet gained any prestige.

However, judging from the fact that he received the item at 250 experience points, it's clear that the king wasn't just going through the motions.

After the banquet, we can take a good look at the geographical location and production capacity of Hongyanling. If managed properly, it might be able to rise even higher.

He is currently 60 experience points away from reaching level 60.

This earldom can give him about 40 experience points in two months.

The pressure immediately decreased significantly.

With just a little effort, he can easily reach level 60 in two months.

With the level issue resolved, the next problem to solve is the assassination by the demons.

If nothing unexpected happens, the demon assassin will come knocking on our door in two or three days.

Perhaps the assassin is already lurking nearby.

Ron glanced at Kertia, who was being flirted with by a group of noble young men not far away.

If the demons used the threat of "resurrecting Ron" to force Keltia to assassinate the new hero, would Keltia agree?

Ron was unsure.

Based on Keltia's character in the original work, she definitely wouldn't agree to such a request from the demons.

But now Keltia's character has collapsed, ever since that parting with the Kingdom of Lach.

She went from being a selfless priest to a capricious little woman.

I don't know what they went through.

Anyway, he's a bit unsure about Kertia's thoughts right now.

Logically, he should have eliminated this potential threat immediately.

But this woman did all of this to resurrect him.

Well, let's be more careful.

Ron looked away.

He started thinking about how to maximize his reputation points.

Putting everything else aside, you should at least exchange for a return scroll so you can easily escape at any time.

Ron's thoughts drifted further and further away, and he neglected the gaze of the beautiful woman before him.

From the moment Alicia entered the dance floor, she had been watching the man who had expressed his love for her in front of so many people.

He wasn't particularly handsome, and his personality was a bit too rigid; he wasn't her type.

But does the man in front of me really like me?

Although the man in front of her kept his eyes on her, and his hand was firmly and steadily around her waist.

But she could sense that the man in front of her wasn't interested in her.

I also clearly remember the other party's ruthless attitude when I asked to join the hero's party.

Perhaps my little secret thoughts had been seen through, because the other person's attitude seemed to carry a hint of disgust.

So why would someone who hates himself propose to her when she had completely lost hope for the future?

Alicia was thinking about this question.

Until the end of the song.

Amidst the insincere applause of the crowd around the dance floor, she took Ron's arm, who exuded gentlemanly manners, and walked out of the dance floor.

The music soon started again, and the young noblemen and women invited each other to the dance floor to dance together.

The older nobles then stepped forward one by one to present separate congratulatory gifts to Ron and the princess, who held high positions.

Although the princess is guilty and the hero is still weak.

However, as long as the brave do not perish, their future is limitless.

If you don't build relationships now, you'll never have the chance to do so again.

Ron accepted the offer without hesitation, as developing his territory required a large amount of money.

As the banquet drew to a close, Ron finished his socializing with the nobles and went out onto the terrace for some fresh air.

Alicia followed.

Ron stood in front of the fence, making room for Alicia, and looked up at the brilliant starry sky.

Alicia stood beside him, looking at his profile.

"Lord Brave."

After a moment of silence, Alicia suddenly called out.

"Ah."

Ron turned his gaze from the sky and met Alicia's eyes.

Do you truly admire me?

Alicia looked him in the eyes and asked earnestly.

"Feel sorry."

Ron was silent for a moment, then looked away and gazed ahead.

"I knew it."

Alicia gave a self-deprecating chuckle.

"You said those things to protect me, didn't you?"

she asked.

"I'm sorry, please forgive my presumption."

Ron apologized again.

“You don’t need to apologize. You are a good person. I am grateful that you stood up for me at that time. Without you, I’m afraid I would never have the right to act on my own again.”

"Thank you for doing these things for me."

Alicia bowed deeply in gratitude.

"Do not……"

Ron opened his mouth, but before he could finish speaking, he had already spoken.

"only!"

Alicia suddenly raised her voice.

"I don't understand."

She straightened up, a deep sense of bewilderment welling up in her dark eyes.

"If you want to help me, why make things so complicated?"

she asked.

"If you had just agreed to let me join the hero's party, you wouldn't have had to put yourself through that ordeal by proposing to me, someone who has ties to evil dragons, in front of so many people, and offending Grand Duke Muxi for it."

"Do you really think that my joining the hero's party is more troublesome than offending Grand Duke Muxi?"

She pursed her lips, her eyes glistening with tears, staring at Ron with deep resentment.

"I don't have that idea."

Ron answered seriously.

"Then let me join the Hero Team!"

Alicia shouted, losing control of her emotions.

This shout immediately drew the attention of everyone in the banquet hall, and many people turned to look in their direction. Alicia quickly realized that she had lost her composure.

She quickly wiped her eyes with her sleeve, then whispered an apology before turning and leaving.

She knew in her heart that she was weak and that joining the hero's party would only hold the others back.

So, she just felt resentful.

Unwilling to let his talent once again limit his freedom.

If I were a little more talented and stronger, the hero might agree to let me join his team.

Unfortunately, no if.

"and many more."

Ron grabbed Alicia's wrist: "Can we talk alone?"

Alicia turned around, looked at Ron's serious expression, and paused in surprise.

He then nodded.

Five minutes later, in the quiet room.

The two stood opposite each other.

Alicia.

Ron spoke first, breaking the silence.

"Ah."

Alicia lowered her head and responded softly.

Do you know how I became a hero?

Ron asked.

"Chosen by the Sword of the Hero?"

Alicia hesitated.

"Yes."

Ron nodded.

"A month ago, I was just an ordinary person, until this sword suddenly came to me, and I became a hero."

Ron lightly patted the Hero's Sword at his waist with his right hand and said.

"When I woke up, a bunch of people told me that my duty was to defeat the Demon King."

"The Demon King, the one who turns the world upside down every time he appears, and the three major churches cannot suppress him even when they join forces."

"When I was just an ordinary person, and I heard about this mission, can you understand how I felt back then?"

A helpless smile appeared on Ron's face.

The right way to communicate with someone who thinks their life is miserable is to compare your misery.

Does your misery mean I'm not?
"I……"

Upon hearing Ron's account, Alicia opened her mouth, unsure of what to say.

"Defeating the Demon King is the result, I know that. But no one taught me how to do it, and I don't know how to do it to be worthy of the title of hero."

Ron continued.

"Everyone has high expectations of me. If I cannot meet those expectations, I am not worthy of being called a true hero."

"I don't want to let everyone down; I want to become a qualified hero."

"Fortunately, I have four predecessors to refer to. Their stories have taught me that as a brave person, I need to be responsible for the life of every individual."

At this moment, all of Ron's confusion and helplessness vanished, replaced by an unwavering determination.

The moonlight slanted across his face, making him look like a hero bathed in radiance as he marched forward.

Alicia was somewhat stunned.

"Therefore, Alicia, I cannot let you join the hero's party."

"The journey to defeat the Demon King is extremely dangerous. Even we might not be able to protect ourselves. If I agree to let you join the hero's party but fail to protect you, I will feel guilty for the rest of my life."

Ron said with a sincere look in his eyes.

"sorry."

Alicia lowered her head heavily.

At this moment, she finally realized how unreasonable and demanding her willful request was.

Unbeknownst to her, she had unknowingly shifted her stance from victim to perpetrator.

“Your Highness Alicia, I know you yearn for freedom, but could you please wait a little longer?”

"When I return from defeating the Demon King, I will definitely help you gain your freedom!"

Ron promised with a serious expression.

Upon hearing Ron's promise, Alicia abruptly raised her head, her dim eyes brightening.

Will I be able to wait until that day?

Her eyes were filled with anticipation, yet also with a hint of inexplicable fear.

"Of course!"

Ron declared in an undeniable tone, "I am the hero, and the team I lead will surely defeat the Demon King!"

Alicia's heart fluttered, her gaze deeply drawn to the man before her.

She suddenly realized that the hero was actually very handsome.

"It won't be long, trust me!"

"Well, I believe you."

Alicia nodded.

Isn't that right?

Ron smiled smugly to himself.

There is no girl he cannot morally blackmail.

Now the risk of "Alicia acting impulsively and making a scene to annul the engagement" or "or having a mental breakdown" is completely eliminated.

If he weren't afraid of ruining his territory, he wouldn't bother talking to this woman so much.

"Let's go back, so that everyone doesn't worry about us."

Ron extended his hand to Alicia, saying that only by taking her hand could he dispel the doubts of everyone in the banquet hall.

Alicia reached out and took Ron's hand.

Ron smiled slightly, turned around, and was about to take Alicia's hand and leave.

However, once that first step was taken, there was no going back.

Ok?
Ron turned back to look at Alicia with a puzzled expression.

Alicia stood still, showing no intention of moving.

Ron couldn't move her.

Don't be fooled by her current cute and charming appearance; this is just a slimming and beautifying effect achieved through secret techniques. Don't forget that her true form is still a giant of the level 60+.

Alicia?

Ron called out in confusion.

He tried to pull his hand away, but it was held tightly by a hand that was only half the size of his palm.

"Hero, you're leaving tomorrow morning, right?"

Alicia asked, her head bowed.

"Ah."

At this point, Ron was still unaware of the seriousness of the situation.

“Hero, I once swore an oath that I would give myself to whoever can help me gain my freedom.”

Alicia continued.

Ron's eyelids twitched suddenly.

Yes, I almost forgot.

The giant princess seems to be a yandere (obsessive and possessive) character.

"Alicia, calm down. I haven't helped you get your freedom yet."

Ron said.

"You've helped me so much, Alicia doesn't know how to repay you. All I can do is offer my insignificant body to bear your child, so that if you meet with misfortune on the battlefield, you'll have someone to care for you..."

Alicia ignored what Ron said and continued talking to herself.

As she spoke, she unbuttoned her dress.

"Do you prefer a figure like the silver-haired saintess? Or a figure like Karina's? I can conjure either one up."

She looked up and asked with a smile.

His sickly gaze was clearly visible in the moonlight.

She develops a morbid obsession with things and people she approves of, and will stop at nothing to obtain them.

Freedom is!
Men too!

Ron looked up at the bright moon outside the window, knowing full well that if he didn't call for help soon, he would probably be tortured here tonight.

Damn...

I just said a few random things, did I really have to fall for it so quickly?
"My dear hero..."

Alicia pressed her body against him, her eyes burning with desire.

Ron's face was extremely gloomy as he gripped the hilt of the Hero's Sword with his left hand but received no response from it.

Damn, what a piece of trash! The Hero's Sword, will it save the Lord?
(End of this chapter)