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Chapter 206: Heartbeat
Chapter 206: Heartbeat
While it's hard to say whether the rusted sword carries a curse after cutting someone, it's almost certain that the wound will become infected.
The key point is that although this guy looks like he's been drained by the sword, he still appears to be a victim.
But we can't just believe everything he says.
The motive for seeking the cursed sword was to destroy it, but who knows if that's true or not?
Motives are hard to prove... perhaps someone skilled in interrogation has a way to distinguish lies.
You can't deny that you were wielding that sword and donning that armor when you injured over a dozen hunters and three mages.
Rode glanced at Erza and added, "You also damaged our weapons and armor, and caused some panic in this area."
"As magic conductors commissioned to investigate, we need to take you back for questioning. Can you cooperate with us?"
Xi didn't hesitate much: "I... am willing to take responsibility for my mistakes."
He's already in this state, and he can't resist What They Do.
Fortunately, these two magic conductors don't seem unreasonable.
Rode took out a piece of chocolate and put it in Xi's mouth to give him a little energy, but to be Safe, he cruelly tied up his hands and feet.
Erza hesitated, "Isn't this a bit too much?"
"Strictly speaking, this guy is now a suspect... I have no choice." Rode thought for a moment and asked, "Would there be any trouble if we take The Person From The Kingdom of Ceywen back with us?"
He wasn't sure if there would be any issues with crossing borders to apprehend a suspect.
Erza said, "He injured people within the territory of Fiore Kingdom, and we didn't cause too much destruction while apprehending him. There shouldn't be any problems.
The rest can be left to the government officials. Diplomatic issues are beyond our jurisdiction."
"That's true." Rode extended his hand, and a flash of light revealed a cloth bag in his hand.
Erza was surprised, "Your change outfit magic is already this proficient?"
"Changing clothes still has some small mishaps, but storing and retrieving items is no problem." Rode held the cloth bag and collected some armor fragments and pieces of the sword.
Erza also took out a bag and collected some as well.
These should be enough as proof of completing the mission.
Rode then gathered the ancient stone beetles, and collected some fragments, burying them deep underground to minimize the risk of them reassembling.
After finishing the cleanup, Rode summoned a surviving river crab to carry Xi back to the village.
By this time, the sun had already set. Fortunately, Erza brought a handheld lamp.
She even changed into a miner's safety helmet with a headlamp, which she wore and enjoyed.
Honestly, Rode also wanted to play with it.
Actually, he had a text magic for lighting, but he was a bit tired today and didn't want to use magic.
The group set off on their return journey with the help of the lamp.
"Rode, look over there." Erza used her headlamp to illuminate a direction.
"Is that a plum blossom? I didn't notice It On The Way Here. It smells so good."
Erza sighed, "Even in this brutal battlefield, a flower can bloom after a hundred years."
Is it possible that two hundred years ago, this place was filled with countless plum blossoms, but they were Destroyed By The war?
Rode didn't say such a mood-ruining thing. He just silently appreciated it and continued on.
"You're finally back... I'm glad you're safe, I'm glad you're safe."
The village chief heaved a sigh of relief. When the two Magic Conductors returned earlier, they were injured, and he had been worried that these two, who had been away for so long, might have run into trouble.
"Not only are we fine, but we've completed the mission," Erza said, handing the cloth bag to the village chief. The rusted iron pieces inside clinked together.
"Completed? Completed?"
"Yes, the cursed sword, along with a set of armor, has been destroyed," Erza pointed at Xi, who was on the back of the river crab. "And the person who caused all this is here."
"Who is he?"
Rode explained, "The situation is a bit complicated. We'll tell you all about it."
"Right, right, my apologies. Please come inside and sit down. You two haven't had dinner yet, have you?"
The village chief welcomed them into his home and had his children prepare a meal.
Xi also got a portion; a suspect couldn't be allowed to starve.
The two Magic Conductors then carefully explained the entire situation to the village chief.
The village chief was quite generous with the payment, but he was a bit stumped about what to do with Xi.
But then he realized that such matters were not for a small village chief to worry about. He could just hand Xi over to the mayor the next day.
That night, they stayed at the village chief's house. He "thoughtfully" arranged for them to share the same room.
Rode dragged Erza's luggage over to block the space between the two beds.
As he lay in bed, he considered whether he should avoid teaming up with Erza on long-distance missions in the future.
But partnering with Erza meant he only had to provide support, which was much easier on his mind compared to working with others.
And they made money quickly.
These team missions were really quite appealing...
Rode fell asleep while still weighing the pros and cons.
The next morning, the two accepted the village chief's request to escort Xi to the city.
However, Rode suggested to Erza that they leave a bit later.
Erza assumed he was just tired from the previous day and wanted to rest a bit more, so she had no objections.
...
Because they left later than planned and had to deal with Xi along the way, it was already evening by the time they returned to Magnolia by train.
Rode checked the time, "The guild is probably closed at this hour, right?"
Erza nodded, "Yeah, we can report on the mission tomorrow."
"Then should we part ways?" Rode asked, "Your dormitory isn't closed yet, right?"
"Of course not." Erza pulled her luggage and left, "See you tomorrow. And, it was a pleasure working with you this time."
"Same here, see you tomorrow."
Erza definitely didn't need him to see her off. Rode summoned Worm and went home with it.
When he reached his building, he noticed that the light in his apartment was on.
"I don't think I forgot to turn it off before I left..." Rode had a hunch and ran up the stairs, leaving Worm behind.
"Hmm?" Worm was puzzled. Why was he in such a hurry? Was he rushing to catch a thief?
Rode fished out his keys, took a deep breath, and opened the door.
In the living room stood a familiar figure. She was wearing a dark apron, a scarf on her head, and holding a small duster. She was on tiptoes, trying to clean the dust off a picture frame.
Seemingly hearing the door open, she turned around, her face lighting up with a smile. She said instinctively, "Welcome home."
Rode couldn't describe his feelings.
He could hear his heart pounding, but it wasn't because he had just run up the stairs.
No, Rode was sure it was because of the person standing in the room.
Her smile in the lamplight seemed to freeze time.
He felt that he might remember this moment forever.
(End of Chapter)
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