Reincarnated Devil's Strongest Hero Training Plan ~The baby he picked up has grown up so well that his father is confused~ - Chapter 25
Reincarnated Devil’s Strongest Hero Training Plan ~The baby he picked up has grown up so well that his father is confused~
Chapter 25 First Encounter
“Whoa, what’s this? A bunch of brats? Hahaha! Hey you guys, I don’t know what’s going on, but looks like our prey has increased!”
“Yeah, today’s our lucky day! Selling off three well-dressed kids like this, we can live it up for a while!”
Well, hello everyone.
This is Kakyu, the Honorary Chairman of the Ars Watchmen.
Right now, our family’s rising star, my son Ars, is heading off to clean up the trash in the capital.
To think my son would go out of his way to help a girl in trouble at such a crucial moment, he’s quite the playboy in his own right.
It’s quite remarkable, considering his father in his past life was never popular, to see him turn out to be such a handsome young man.
By the way.
I pretty much have a good idea of the cause of all this.
I have my suspicions, but I won’t meddle.
Given his abilities, that boy must be the Prodigy of the sword, and the fact that he’s escorting a young girl of that caliber, she must be the saint. But there’s no need to mention such crass things.
What’s important is that Ars acted of his own volition and went to help.
“Nevertheless, it’s only the second day of our stay in the Holy Kingdom, and at this timing, just as the Saint’s fifth birthday parade is about to begin, he pulls off such a timely event.”
It’s as if he’s blessed with a destiny as if the world loves him.
To rush to the Saint’s aid in her time of need and become the hero who saves her, he’s truly like a brave warrior.
Well, my son truly is amazing.
“Of course, husband. Underestimating our Ars would be a mistake. However, that boy…”
“Yeah, that’s right. If that boy were to compete in the martial arts tournament, his strength is such that it’s uncertain whether Ars could win with his current abilities. Honestly, it’s beyond expectations.”
Hmm.
Even considering the age difference between the two, I never thought there would be a child who could match Ars.
But if by chance they end up facing each other in the finals, it would be an unparalleled experience.
Ideally, if Ars and that boy could become friends, it would be great, but well, that depends on their own will.
And while I’m thinking about such things, it seems Ars has finished cleaning up the trash. He cheerfully smiled after stuffing the heads of the thugs into the bucket at the nearby garbage dump and completing the cleanup.
“Wow… that’s amazing… He’s too cool…”
“Please be careful, milady. The threat hasn’t passed yet.”
“Huh?”
As Ars valiantly knocked down the thugs one by one, the girl who seemed to be the Saint blushed, while the boy became even more guarded.
Well, that’s understandable.
Even if it seemed like he rescued them from the thugs, if the guards were to open their hearts to the sudden intrusion of mysterious individuals, it would be all over. They wouldn’t be serving as guards at all if they did such things.
The girl probably hasn’t fully grasped the situation, but the boy’s judgment is undoubtedly correct. It’s impressive that he can make such important decisions at his age without error.
But well, Ars didn’t have any business with them in the first place; he just wanted to clean up the thugs who were about to attack people. Even if the boy is on guard, Ars will just leave silently after doing what he came to do.
However, there’s no way for the boy to understand that, and as Ars, who was about to leave with a satisfied expression, shivered slightly as the boy, trembling, drew his sword from his waist.
“Oh. That boy has a decent grasp of Ars’s abilities. Well done.”
“That’s right, husband. It’s a splendid performance without any openings as a warrior. He’s promising.”
Hmm, Gaius also thinks so.
“Wa-wait, wait, wait, wait! Ein! What are you doing to our benefactor!?”
“I’ll say it again. Please be careful, milady. This boy is dangerous… He’s dangerous!”
“N-no…”
The girl, stunned, blinked her eyes rapidly as the boy suddenly drew his sword from his waist, holding the blade cautiously, causing sweat to trickle down his forehead.
Well, anyone would be surprised if they didn’t know the circumstances.
From an outsider’s perspective, it seems like the guard is aiming a sword at the benefactor who just helped them. However, the boy is only cautious because he understands Ars’s abilities, and precisely because of that, if Ars leaves on his own, he absolutely won’t intervene.
In fact, he would likely welcome it with open arms.
So, there’s no need for the situation to concern the girl, and the boy want her to be at ease.
But for some reason, the girl seems to have misunderstood things entirely.
With a smirk at her misconception, she straightened her posture and addressed the boy with a sly smile.
“Oh? Ein, are you feeling jealous? Hehehe, I understand. You were overshadowed in front of me, weren’t you? Don’t worry, Ein. I appreciate you properly. But, that’s a different matter altogether.”
Well, that girl suddenly became quite noble-like.
Her earlier tomboyishness seems like a lie now.
It’s impressive that she can compose herself at the age of five.
However, it’s sad that neither Ars nor the boy called Ein has any interest in the content of her words.
And while I’m thinking about that, Ars, who was about to leave after finishing what he came to do, suddenly turned on his heel.
Oh…?
“Oh, that’s right!”
“Huh!? You! If you come any closer───”
“Be careful on your way back, okay? My dad always says, ‘The trip isn’t over until you get home.’ See you later!”
“What do you mean by that!?”
With an Angelic smile, Ars waved his hand and said goodbye to the two of them. The girl also blushed at Ars’s smile and waved her small hand as they bid farewell.
Wow, impressive! My son is so commendable for being able to say goodbye properly!
And not only that, he even cared for them, pointing out the precautions for their journey home. He’s too outstanding!
“He’s perfect! Absolutely perfect, Ars!”
“As expected of our Ars. My education as a mother was not in vain…”
“Well, is this the scene you guys were expecting? Your sensibilities are too unique, I don’t quite get it…”
What’s with Gaius? Ars’s greeting was already as perfect as it could get.
“Well, anyway, I’m looking forward to the martial arts tournament that will be held in the future. I guess I’ll have to cheer Ars on with all my might.”
“Yeah, you do that naturally, husband. Well, it’s fine, though…”
And so, the small event before the martial arts tournament ended, and the first encounter of Ars and the others, guided by fate, came to an end.
Afterwards, there were rumors that the face of the Saint seen in the parade seemed disgustingly smug, or that she was looking around as if searching for someone, or even that she had finally fallen for someone. But well, it’s probably just imagination.