Me, a priest? How could that be!

Chapter 87 "Me too?" "Yes."

The Demon King's daughter fled in panic.

The Demon King's army also retreated hastily, and the battle, which had been so intense that neither side could gain the upper hand, was immediately decided.

The human army won a great victory.

"call."

Charlotte wiped the sweat from her forehead.

It was thanks to Yasaka's unexpected weakness that they were able to retreat to the capital in disgrace and hold their ground in seclusion, which would have been truly desperate.

Youyou quickly ran over.

"Mr. Charlotte, are you alright?!"

"It's nothing, just a minor fatal wound."

"But……"

She looked at her body, which had been split in two, her face full of worry.

"The human body is amazing, isn't it?"

Charlotte laughed nonchalantly. If he hadn't been lying on the ground looking so pathetic, he might have actually put on an act.

"By the way, Youyou, could you please bring me my lower body?"

"Okay, okay, I'll go right away!"

Youyou quickly retrieved Charlotte's lower body, which had fallen nearby. Charlotte then used healing magic on the severed parts, and the flesh and nerves rapidly grew and healed, a truly miraculous feat.

"But I didn't expect the Demon King's daughter to be afraid of these things. Next time we encounter her, we'll just expose our body parts and fight her."

"...Me too?"

"right."

Charlotte said it casually.

A few minutes later, his body was completely healed, which amazed Youyou, who said she had never seen a high priest with such an exaggerated healing effect.

But if Yuuyu spent more time with Aqua, she would realize that Aqua is the true embodiment of unscientific behavior.

The battle ended, and the Demon King's army retreated.

Of course, this doesn't mean everything is over. The battlefield needs to be cleaned up, and many wounded are waiting for treatment. As the high priest of the Church of Eris, Charlotte naturally wouldn't miss this opportunity to gain reputation... cough cough, to spread the teachings of the Goddess Eris.

With the amplification of massive magical power, a golden magic circle enveloped the battlefield, healing all the injured adventurers and knights who were bathed in golden light.

"As expected of Mr. Charlotte!"

"Truly a priest who saves the world!"

"And just now he fought the Demon King's daughter. His body was battered and bruised, and you could even see his internal organs clearly, but he didn't back down. He scared off the Demon King's daughter with his desperate fighting spirit. He's really amazing!"

"Truly admirable!!"

Charlotte had only acted this way because she saw that Yasaka was uncomfortable with such things, but it seems there was some misunderstanding. However, she didn't correct him, but instead raised her right fist and shouted—

"The advantage is in my hands!"

"Oh oh oh——————"

Everyone agreed with him.

soon.

"The knights and adventurers have returned in triumph!"

Inspired by someone's shout, a warm welcome erupted in the capital. Among those who went to report, Charlotte, leading the way, received constant praise from the residents. Some bowed deeply to him, while others raised their fists in triumph.

The victorious group, heads held high and chests puffed out, headed towards the capital with expressions of pride.

...Except for Mikadoshi Hibiki.

Ever since he woke up and learned that the Demon King's daughter had been driven away by Charlotte and the crisis in the capital had been resolved, this guy has become an autistic child, so depressed that even the comforting words of his two followers couldn't help.

Great, it seems he'll be second-ripe soon.

Keep it up.

Soon after, the group returned to the capital. Alice and Claire, along with the overjoyed nobles, were already waiting for their arrival.

Claire, still dressed in her white suit, stepped forward and said, "Knights, and all adventurers! Thank you for your hard work! Thanks to your efforts, the capital remained safe and sound. Your contributions are invaluable! Princess Alice, on behalf of the kingdom, extends her deepest gratitude to you all... Please look forward to your rewards!"

Hearing her say that...

Everyone cheered with joy.

In addition, a sumptuous feast has been prepared in the capital as a reward, allowing the adventurers, who had worked hard all night and were already starving, to shout excitedly once again.

Yu Jianxiang didn't eat that night, and left dejectedly with his two followers.

Charlotte did not try to stop her.

Because of her outstanding performance on the battlefield, Youyou was surrounded by many adventurers and nobles. Although she kept begging Charlotte to help her out, Charlotte decided to ignore her.

Cheer up, you introverted girl!

This might be your chance to make friends!

Actually, Charlotte was engrossed in her meal and couldn't be distracted. After all, the royal capital had prepared high-grade ingredients, which would bring a lot of experience points, making it the easiest and simplest way to level up.

In his pursuit of food, he even guarded it like a vicious dog, deterring adventurers and nobles who tried to approach and befriend him.

They didn't stop eating until their bellies were bulging.

"Phew, that felt so good."

Charlotte patted his stomach as he left the banquet hall. He actually disliked the atmosphere; everyone in the hall wore fake smiles, outwardly flattering and respectful but inwardly treacherous and cunning. Not a single one of these nobles was a good person.

"Mr. Charlotte?"

"...Your Highness?"

Apart from the kingdom's highest nobles.

Charlotte, who had just come to the balcony to enjoy the breeze, saw Alice, who had also come to the balcony. She thought Alice would be entertaining the adventurers who had performed exceptionally well on the battlefield, but instead, Alice was leaving the venue.

Alice looked like she wanted to say something but hesitated.

"Mr. Charlotte..."

"What's wrong, Your Highness?"

Charlotte smiled gently, indicating that she didn't need to be nervous, although she hesitated before speaking after she had expressed her thoughts.

"I heard that your body... well, it was split in two or something... Are you alright?"

Her gaze kept lingering on Charlotte's abdomen.

So that's why.

Charlotte's appearance on the battlefield was probably told as an anecdote by some busybody, and it reached Alice's ears. She came looking for her because she was worried about her... that must be it, no doubt about it.

"So, would you like to take a look?"

Charlotte decisively lifted her clothes.

Smooth skin and well-defined abdominal muscles.

Alice's cheeks flushed slightly. Although she was shy, she didn't flinch and even reached out to touch them.

"Hmm!"

"I'm sorry, did I hurt you?"

"No, it's just a little itchy."

"I see."

She breathed a sigh of relief.

At this moment, Charlotte also noticed that although Alice still looked cute, she had obvious dark circles under her eyes and looked very tired. She had probably been waiting for their return and was worried about it.

As a member of the royal family, Alice must remain in the capital. Moreover, she has not yet taken on a full-time role, so even if she wanted to go to the battlefield, she would be powerless to do so.

"you……"

"...What?"

Charlotte couldn't help but reach out and stroke Alice's face. Alice's body stiffened slightly, but she didn't feel offended and slap Charlotte's hand away.

"——Cure."

A faint light appeared, and Alice showed an expression of enjoyment. Her dark circles gradually faded until they disappeared.

"Mr. Charlotte's hands are so warm..."

"Yeah?"

"Like an elder."

"Oh, then you can call me—"

"Just like my father."

"Brother?...What did you say?"