Even if you succeed in jobless reincarnation and time magic, you must live life to the fullest.

She was Loki's teammate when she was an adventurer.

Horse-faced man, Nokbara.

I don't have a good impression of that guy, but that was just a past life connection at best.

In this life, we have no connection whatsoever.

……

After learning that Luo Qixi was married and had a child and a husband.

Nokbara was quite surprised.

I also learned that Luo Qixi's husband was me.

[The Great Hero of Lycaris] In legend, a child was escorted back to his hometown by a great hero.

Nokbara's expression became quite interesting.

He then honestly offered his blessings.

Yeah, yeah, yeah.

Although this guy has a somewhat nasty personality, he's a good friend.

Based on this, we still started talking.

What exactly did we talk about?

It's about Luo Qixi's childhood, of course.

Loki left her village at a very young age and came to the town of Licaris to become an adventurer.

And as her long-term teammate.

Nokbara has very clear memories of Loki's childhood.

Although small in size, it is very smart.

Strong and persevering, she can calmly deal with danger.

His extraordinary talent as an adventurer.

of course.

She occasionally shows her cute side.

For example, you might fall down in an empty place.

Holding unrealistic fantasies about one's romantic partner.

"That Luo Qixi, I never expected her to have grown into such a mature adult, it's unbelievable..."

"Nokbara, stop talking about these old, outdated things."

"Huh? But your husband seems quite interested?"

"Ahhh, Rudy, you too..."

Seeing Loki's shy expression, Nokbara laughed with great pleasure.

……

After the pleasant conversation ended.

What to do next.

It means going to the Demon King's castle and defeating the Demon King.

So far, the journey has been very easy.

However, we must proceed with caution if we are to actually fight Atofi.

The most crucial thing is to choose the right approach.

Heroes face off against the Demon King.

After winning the duel, he recruited Atofi.

In case.

I plan to enter the Demon King's Castle directly in my magical armor.

However, doing so could lead to the situation getting out of control.

Atofi must be a man of martial virtue.

Even if there's a sudden battle, they should give me time to prepare, right?

"Leave the fighting to me!"

Alice said confidently.

"...Alice, do you really know what kind of being your opponent is?"

"It's just an immortal demon king; it's not like we can't win."

"..."

to be frank.

I don't really want Alice and Artofi to fight.

It's not that I have no confidence in Alice at all.

But whenever I think of that scene, memories of my past life linger in my mind.

But upon closer reflection...

Alice is much stronger than she was in her previous life.

Even if they really can't win, they shouldn't be instantly killed.

Let's give Alice a little more faith.

……

We left Loki and Lala at the hotel.

This was agreed upon beforehand.

Loki is not allowed to participate in the battle.

If Iris and I lose our duel, Loki must take Lala back to Sharia and bring the news home.

Well.

Although I don't think we'll lose...

……

all in all.

And so, Alice and I headed to the Demon King's castle.

Standing before the imposing gate, Alice slowly drew the Phoenix Dragon Sword.

"Alright, let's charge in."

Alice's fighting spirit soared.

"Um... Alice, make sure you knock properly."

"...Huh?"

Although it is somewhat difficult to understand.

However, since we're not planning a full-blown war, it's best to be polite for now.

"call……"

I took a deep breath and then knocked on the door.

"Um, is anyone there?"

It hadn't been long since he shouted that.

Soon someone noticed Alice and me.

Some guards dressed in black armor came up.

The leader was a man with gray hair who gave off the air of an old warrior.

I know him very well.

Muya, Atofi's personal guard.

Although he may not look particularly attractive and is very kind, he is someone you should be wary of.

He possesses unparalleled magical prowess.

In a purely magical duel, I would not lose, but if it were a full-scale war, he would assist Atofi and become a force to be reckoned with.

In previous lives.

My duel with Atofi was lost precisely because of his intervention.

Incidentally, it also caused Alice's death.

Seeing Muya walking towards me, I instinctively took Alice's hand.

"Rudeus?"

"It's alright, Alice, leave it to me."

"Yes, I believe Rudius!"

Alice nodded emphatically.

……

"Is there something you need?"

Muya asked in a kind tone.

Judging from his tone, it's impossible to imagine that he was that idiot Atofi's bodyguard.

"We've come to challenge the Demon King."