Jobless Reincarnation: Live Seriously Even Without Transfer Events

"The wine that my elder brother brought today is really good. I wish I could drink such fine wine at my elder brother's wedding."

"The wines produced in Milbors have always been good, and I like them very much. But don't worry, by then you'll be drinking wines of even higher quality."

Gravel swirled his wine glass, his eyes glancing at the little boy on the lawn every now and then. Or rather, his gaze never left the child; even the slightest movement would distract Gravel.

"Brother, are you really that worried about me? My maids all adore little Anthony," Ariel teased Gravel, puffing out her cheeks and feigning anger.

"Don't be like that, my silly sister. You won't laugh at me like that when you become a parent yourself."

Gravel relaxed and lay back on the cushions. "You know, Anthony's mother died early, so as his father, I always feel like I owe him a lot."

"My elder brother is such a good father."

As she spoke, Ariel reached out and beckoned to the boy, "Little Anthony~ come here to Auntie~ let Auntie give you a hug~"

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Royal Guard Knights, Alice's perspective:

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Next month is the wedding day of Prince Gravel. I didn't remember his name at first, but after hearing it so many times, I think I remembered it. I just know that he is a very important person.

Of course, that annoying Albert—no, my older brother who's completely obsessed with Rudius's sister—also repeatedly told me what I absolutely had to do...

Oh, I forgot.

But it's alright. As long as I remember to keep that guy named Gravel from getting into danger during the wedding, that's enough. Plus, Gilead will be there to help, so I don't think I have anything to worry about. The mission that day will be very boring. I've been patrolling the walls for almost a year now, but having Gilead with me will probably make it a lot better.

My new boss is also a prince, Halphas, whose reputation isn't very good. I've heard a lot of rumors about him lately. Izalti scoffs at them, but the water goddess doesn't think so. I don't understand their thoughts.

After all, my father told me that a knight only needs to wield his sword, so other people's affairs have nothing to do with me, and I'm too lazy to think about them.

When I respond to Izuru's complaints with something like, "How could Alice work for such a wicked person?", Izuru gets very unhappy, but after I drag her to bed and give her a good scolding, she becomes much more obedient.

Izuru seems to always be very harsh on others, perhaps because she is a follower of the Milis religion.

So it seems she's blacklisted Rudeus too. Although Rudeus has some bad rumors about him and even made me shed tears for him, I'm going to teach him a lesson when he comes back this year and make him mine. That way, he shouldn't dare to mess around outside anymore.

After all, it's not a solution to always take it out on Izuru, she can't take it, and I'm not satisfied either.

Yes, I can't wait to see Rudius. He said in his letter that he would come back for his birthday this year, and he's probably on his way back now.

My father also told me that in a few months I would go to the border to pick up Rudius. I dream about meeting him almost every day. Will he be on the bottom or will I be on the bottom?

I'm kind of looking forward to it...

Although it was indeed enjoyable to be on top, it just felt wrong because the other person was Izoruti. I can roughly guess what it would be like if Rudeus were on top instead.

Why not do it in two sessions? I'll be on top once, and he'll be on top once. That would be much fairer.

No, I always feel like I'm losing out if we split it in half. So let's split it in three or four times, or even more, with him on top once and me on top the rest of the time. Hmm, that makes me feel much better.

But seeing women in the capital who are almost my age already having children who can buy cream, while I haven't even had my first experience, and can only vent my anger on Izoruti, makes me angrier the more I think about it.

Therefore, today's team practice will start with one-on-one matches.

"First team, step forward!"

"Yes!"

I drew my wooden sword and pointed it at the first soldier at the front of the line.

"Let's start with you."

"No...no way..."

"Hmm? What are you muttering about? Do you have a problem with my arrangements?"

"Sir! Nothing!"

Most of the knights in the Imperial Guard are at the intermediate level of the Water God School or the Northern God School. In the past, they might have had to put in some effort when they encountered someone at a higher level, but now they can't withstand even a single sword strike from me.

Hitting the human punching bag is a bit boring; it's much more fun to spar with Izuru and the Water God.

Although I probably couldn't beat Isorti even if she didn't hold back. Not to mention the Water God, what's admirable about the Water God is that she possesses the strength to defeat Kyrielight in one blow, yet she patiently taught me how to use a sword.

According to Kyrie Ian, I should have no rivals among the Saint-level swordsmen now.

After an easy chop, the soldiers of the first squad were all lying down.

"If you're injured, remember to go find a healing sorcerer."

I pointed my sword at the second team, and before I could even speak, these cowards all took a step back.

"Second team..."

"Miss Alice, I..."

"Can't you see I'm having team practice?"

A long-lost, annoying guy has reappeared. I still remember his name, Luke Nottos Grellat. I'm already annoyed, and seeing this guy makes me feel like a fire is burning in my chest.

Seeing that he showed no intention of leaving after I scolded him, but instead stood aside waiting and even winked at me, I really should teach him a lesson.

"You, come here."

"me?"

"Yes, it's you."

"It is an honor."

He seemed quite proud when I pointed my sword at him. Well then, I'll let you have your moment of "glory," you disgusting bastard.

"Soldiers, let's pause our sparring for a moment. Next, I'll demonstrate a combination of the Sword God Style and the Water God Style."

“Um… Miss Alice…”

"Enough with the nonsense!"

"Sword Peeling Technique, Form One!"

"Sword Stripping Technique 2!"

"The sword of light!"

Chapter 202: The Suffering of Illness

Jobless Reincarnation Fanfic: Live Seriously Even Without Transfer Events [Chapter 202] and the Suffering of Illness

Chapter 202: The Suffering of Illness

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Spring in Asura is coming to an end, and the sweltering summer has not yet arrived. Pink chrysanthemums bloom on both sides of the wide road leading to the Silver Palace. Every tree in the capital is wrapped in exquisite silk, and a continuous golden silk ribbon outlines every road in the royal city.

Alice rode behind Halphas, surveying the streets leading to the Silver Palace. The five main streets leading to the Silver Palace were decorated as magnificently as palaces, but there were no pedestrians, and apart from the royal guards, there was no one else on the streets.

After walking two streets, they met a group of soldiers. Behind this group of soldiers, several civilians dressed in shackles stood out.

The leading soldier stopped and saluted as soon as he saw Halfas.

"Reporting to Your Highness, four lawless individuals who disrespected royalty and attempted to disrupt the ceremony have just been apprehended. Your Highness, please judge their crimes."

Halfasle stopped his horse and sized up the "prisoners" brought before him: a thin, middle-aged man, somewhat hunchbacked, dressed reasonably well, wearing a monocle, looking like a small watch merchant; a simple-looking middle-aged woman, perhaps a virtuous wife; an old woman with graying temples, her dry skin wrapped in old clothes, leaning weakly on a cane; and finally, a little girl who looked to be just over ten years old, her dress still showing half-creases at first glance, probably recently bought.

"Your Highness, we are innocent..."

"Did His Highness Halfas allow you to speak?"

The middle-aged man was about to speak and beg for mercy when the soldiers pinned him to the ground.

"Tell me, what have you done?"

Upon receiving a signal from Halfas, the soldier released the man, who immediately burst into tears and knelt on the ground.

"Your Highness...my mother has difficulty walking, and my youngest daughter wishes to..."

Upon hearing a certain word, a chill ran down Halfas's spine, and a faint, sinister glint appeared in his eyes. He raised his riding whip, pointed it at the leading soldier, and said:

"I don't want to hear his excuses anymore. Take these lowly people away and throw them in the dungeon."

"Your Highness! We are innocent! Your Highness!"

"Enough talk, let's go!"

After being brutally beaten by the soldiers, the man and his family stopped begging for mercy and left Alice's sight with the group of soldiers.

Seeing this scene, Alice felt a little confused.

How could an old woman who could barely walk, a naive ten-year-old girl, and a commoner couple do something that would threaten a prince's wedding celebration?

There were many things she didn't understand, and Halfas didn't even want to listen to their explanations before sending the family to prison. However, when she was traveling with Halfas before, she saw him condescend to listen to the explanations of people who had committed almost the same "crimes" and then release them.

She didn't know why, but she knew in her heart that what was happening was wrong. However, she kept in mind that the knight only needed to swing his sword.

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Evening arrived quickly, and the palace began to bustle with activity. At the banquet in the Silver Palace, Milis's choir sang songs of blessing for marital happiness, while the court orchestra played in unison. The magnificent yet joyful music could be heard even outside the palace. That night, the entire capital was immersed in the joy of Prince Gravel's wedding celebration.

Apart from Halphas, who was leading the royal guards to maintain order in the capital, all other members of the royal family were present at Gravel's wedding. In addition, there were also high-ranking nobles led by the heads of the four major families of Boreas, Notos, Aiuros, and Zeferos, as well as some middle and lower nobles who were also given the opportunity to participate in this grand feast, which was a favor from the king.

The sound of cannons rang out outside the palace, and the royal orchestra played an even more solemn ensemble. Under the watchful eyes of the guests, Gravel led Iriel into the venue, where people offered their blessings.

Little Anthony sat on Ariel's lap, watching his father and a woman he had almost never met walk down the aisle. There was not a trace of a smile on his young face.

"Little Anthony, it's not right to make that face right now."

"But... Auntie... I don't seem to be happy..."

Ariel hugged the child with his sweet, childlike voice and whispered in his ear, "It's okay, little Anthony will have this day someday too, so let's wish Daddy well together, okay, little Anthony?"

"Hmm... okay..."

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After the ceremony of exchanging blessings and promises between the newlyweds, the moon rose high in the sky, and the banquet officially began.

Darius, dressed in a deep purple tuxedo and with his belly protruding, approached Gravel and his daughter Illyr, who were toasting and exchanging pleasantries with other nobles, and was about to offer some words of blessing.

The old king sat in the main seat, looking at Gravel surrounded by nobles who were eagerly congratulating him, and smiled with satisfaction, but could not hide a hint of sadness.

"Your Majesty, are you feeling unwell? Would you like me to help you to rest?"

The maidservant carefully wiped away the old king's tears.

"I'm fine, I just feel a bit sentimental."

At that moment, a nobleman put his hands in his robes, pushed through the crowd, and hurried toward the old king. Just as he was a few steps away from the old king, Darius suddenly shouted, "Your Majesty, be careful! There's an assassin!"

Shouting, Darius charged toward the nobleman.

"Die! You tyrant!"

Seeing that he had been exposed, the man pulled out a dagger from his pocket and threw it at the king. But as soon as he threw it, he was tackled to the ground by the guards who rushed up.

The dagger drew an arc in the air as Darius twisted his obese body and charged toward the king. Gravel, disregarding the wine stains on his robes, desperately ran toward the king, while the guards drew their swords to try and block the dagger.

"Uh……"

It was too late. Blood stained the old king's white robes. Little Anthony lay in the old king's arms, the child, not yet ten years old, having taken the blow.

The dagger was already embedded in his chest, and blood kept gushing from his wound. He opened his mouth weakly, trying to say something, but his mouth was blocked by the gushing blood.

"Healer! Quickly summon a Healer!"

Gravel was stunned, staring blankly at his son.

Darius shouted to his guards, "Quickly search the capital! Don't let any suspicious person escape!"

At the same time, a burst of fireworks rose into the sky above the Silver Palace.

Outside the Silver Palace, Halphas had already assembled the Royal Guard. He drew his sword and pointed it at the palace bathed in moonlight.

"The enemy is at the Silver Palace! All troops, advance!"

Chapter 203: The Cut to Death

Jobless Reincarnation Fanfic: Live Seriously Even Without Transfer Events [Chapter 203] The Pain of Death

Chapter 203: The Cut to Death

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"The enemy is at the Silver Palace! All troops, advance!"