When I Infiltrated the Enemy Nation as a Slave, the Yandere Beauties There Started a Civil War Over Me - Chapter 31: Cooperation

Chapter 31: Cooperation

“So, this is the church.”

“Yes! Since there were no churches in the Sandrotheim Kingdom, much of this may seem new to you, Lord Alex.”

Not just “much”—almost everything felt unfamiliar.

White pillars stood at regular intervals, with arches forming between each one like gateways.

Long benches lined both sides, leaving the center pathway clear from the entrance straight through.

The building featured architectural styles I had never seen before, and the way footsteps echoed with every step added to its unique atmosphere.

“Saintess…”

“Saintess…”

As I took it all in, the people nearby—more specifically, those we passed by—clasped their hands together in reverence each time the Saintess walked by.

“I’d heard the rumors, but it looks like you hold a lot of influence in the church.”

“I’m nothing compared to you, Lord Alex…!”

“…You’ve been a Saintess since back when we met?”

“No, I began this role after you saved me and I returned to the Elenorde Empire.”

Yet she had already gathered such a strong following… Being born into a duke’s family surely played a part, but that alone wouldn’t be enough to build a power base that even nobles and royalty would struggle to challenge.

It means this Saintess must have exceptional talents.

“This is my room here in the church… Please, come in.”

Eventually, the Saintess stopped in front of a white door and spoke, prompting me to enter the room as she directed.

Inside, there was a desk for doing paperwork, a low table likely for hosting guests, and sofas arranged around it.

In the corner of the room was a bed, and the furnishings were mostly white with golden patterns, creating a unified look.

“I’m sorry it’s such a plain room… My family home has a bit more decoration…”

“Don’t worry about it.”

“Oh, thank you so much, Lord Alex…! I’ll prepare some tea now, so please have a seat on the sofa and make yourself comfortable.”

“Okay.”

I replied and sat quietly on the sofa in front of me, waiting patiently.

The Saintess locked the door and then began to prepare the tea, allowing me to watch her from the front.

“……”

Looking at her like this, I couldn’t help but feel that she had changed a lot since the last time we met.

She had a mature air about her even back then, but now, perhaps due to her role as a Saintess, her movements carried a sense of grace beyond simple maturity.

Moreover, it wasn’t just her demeanor—her features were strikingly beautiful, and her figure had become even more refined—

“Lord Alex…? Is something the matter…?”

“…!”

After finishing the tea and placing it on the low table in front of me, the Saintess asked her question.

I instinctively turned my face away and apologized.

“Sorry, you’ve become more mature and refined compared to before, and I ended up staring.”

“!! There is nothing wrong with you looking at me, Lord Alex! In fact, if I can be in your sight, that alone is my greatest happiness…!”

“…I see.”

Not sure how to respond, I let her comment slide, and the Saintess, still looking pleased, took a seat on the sofa across from me.

“Let’s get straight to it. First, just to confirm… you’re the girl I saved back then, Stellara, right?”

“Oh, Lord Alex, you remembered the name of someone like me… Yes, I am the one you saved back then, Stellara. Just like before, please call me Lyra.”

“Alright… then Lyra, since you oppose the war between the Sandrotheim Kingdom and the Elenorde Empire, I assume you have some idea of how the situation is unfolding?”

“…”

When I asked that, Lyra’s expression darkened slightly.

“I’m aware… The Sandrotheim Kingdom is at a disadvantage…”

“That’s right. Right now, the Sandrotheim Kingdom is in a very weak position, and if things continue like this, there’s no telling when the Elenorde Empire might bring disaster to its lands and people.”

I tried to explain as calmly as possible, and Lyra bowed her head to me as she spoke.

“I’m so sorry! The life you saved, Lord Alex, I have devoted it to you. I’ve been risking everything to try to halt this war, but I have been unable to stop the foolish actions of the Elenorde Empire…”

“No, I’m not bringing this up to blame you… In fact, I’m grateful to you.”

“You’re grateful to me, Lord Alex?”

She looked up at me, her voice barely a whisper, and I nodded in response.

“If it weren’t for you, the entire church would have likely been filled with people eager to continue the war with the Sandrotheim Kingdom. But because you’re using the influence of the church to oppose the war, that hasn’t happened. Thanks to you, there’s still a slim chance to stop the Elenorde Empire’s invasion of the Sandrotheim Kingdom.”

I spoke honestly, sharing my true feelings without any deceit. Upon hearing my words, Lyra’s eyes filled with tears, and she clasped her hands together as she spoke.

“…! Ah, ahh… Lord Alex, Lord Alex… You remain as kind, warm, and noble as ever…”

Lyra continued to cry for a while, so I decided to wait until she calmed down. Knowing that someone in the Elenorde Empire cares so deeply about the Sandrotheim Kingdom, to the point of tears, made me genuinely happy.

After a short while, Lyra managed to regain her composure and said,

“I’m sorry for showing you such an unsightly display.”

“I don’t think it’s unsightly at all… In fact, it makes me happy.”

“Lord Alex…”

Now that Lyra had calmed down, I continued the conversation.

“Let’s get back to the point. I’m currently infiltrating the Elenorde Empire as a slave to change the current situation—to either defeat the Elenorde Empire or stop their invasion of the Sandrotheim Kingdom.”

“Now that you mention it, that man earlier did say something like that… But, Lord Alex, how have you been treated here as a slave? Have they done anything cruel to you…!?”

Lyra’s voice was filled with concern, and I answered her calmly.

“So far, I’m just barely managing to stay safe.”

“…Oh, your courage in infiltrating this enemy land without regard for your own safety is truly admirable… But, I cannot stand by and watch while you continue to live in constant danger as a slave, always on the edge.”

“Of course, I don’t intend to remain like this forever… But honestly, as a slave, there’s a limit to what I can do. In the worst-case scenario, I might end up powerless to stop the Elenorde Empire’s invasion… That’s why I need your help.”

“!”

“If you help me, we can make more progress—”

As I was speaking, Lyra leaned forward eagerly and said,

“If that is what you wish, Lord Alex, then I will gladly assist you! No, please, let me be the one to support you, Lord Alex!”

Her enthusiasm took me by surprise, but I nodded in response to her words.

“Thank you, Lyra. I’m counting on you.”

“Yes! I’m honored, Lord Alex!”

And so, I formed an alliance with the Saintess—Lyra—who holds influence within the church.

I had secured funds through my arrangement with Celestine, and now I had established a direct partnership with Lyra to advance my goals.

With this, the groundwork was finally in place. From here, I needed to create a detailed plan to bring down the Elenorde Empire and start putting it into action.

The real challenge starts now… but for the moment, I felt relieved to have secured a solid foundation, allowing myself to relax a little.

“…Are you tired, Lord Alex?”

“Maybe I felt a bit relieved when you agreed to help… Also, it’s nice that you know me from my time in the Sandrotheim Kingdom, so I don’t have to put up a front around you. Oh, and in this country, I’m using the name Luke as an alias, so I’d appreciate it if you called me that when others are around.”

“Understood. I will call you Lord Luke when others are present… Also, Lord Alex, if you’re feeling tired, would you like to rest on the bed over there?”

As she said this, Lyra gestured toward the bed in the corner of the room.

“…I feel bad about lying down in a place where you usually sleep.”

“Oh no, please don’t worry. I don’t usually sleep in this room; I rest at my home. This bed is only used occasionally for short naps, so it’s no trouble at all.”

“I see… In that case, I’ll take you up on your offer for a bit.”

“Of course!”

With that, I stood up from the sofa, walked over to the bed in the corner of the room, and lay down on it.

…I could feel the exhaustion slowly melting away.

As I enjoyed this sensation, Lyra approached the bed where I was lying and spoke.

“I’m sorry, but I’m not sure I’m going to be able to do this.

“I imagine that in enemy territory, you haven’t had many moments where you could truly rest your body and mind… But here, at least, please relax as much as you need.”

“Yeah, I appreciate it.”

When I replied, Lyra continued speaking.

“Additionally… Lord Alex, when you saved me before, I wasn’t able to repay you in any way.”

“I only did what was natural as a prince of the Sandrotheim Kingdom, so there’s no need to think about repaying me… Besides, if you’re helping me now, that’s more than enough repayment for me.”

“But that alone is far from enough… That’s why, Lord Alex, I want to repay you in a way that I couldn’t back then.”

“A way you couldn’t… back then?”

“…Excuse me.”

Without answering my question directly, Lyra simply said “excuse me” and then climbed onto the bed—straddling my waist.

“L-Lyra…?”

As I stared in confusion at her sudden actions, Lyra, her cheeks flushed, spoke in a sweet tone.

“Lord Alex—please, enjoy this body that exists only for you, as much as you desire.”