The NTR Hero Knelt Before the Demon King – Chapter 121

In the midst of intense tension, I checked my attire once more.

The outfit was not particularly eye-catching, yet it exuded a neatness and an air of perfection.

Having confirmed the state of my clothing in front of the mirror, I steadied my mind and stepped out of the room.

And right after that, the figure of that person manifested before my eyes…

Today, with her light purple hair and bright complexion, she looked stunning.

Even though she always changed her appearance in various ways, the thought that she was still beautiful never wavered as I spoke, a gentle smile gracing my lips.

“Then shall we go, Your Majesty, the Demon King?”

“Understood.”

With that, the two of us cautiously stepped into the city.

What greeted us was a giant tree located in the heart of the city.

A black star sparkled at the very top, adorned with splendid decorations, reminding me of the Christmas trees that appear in Western movies.

“It’s magnificent. It feels different from the distant view I had before.”

“I agree. Honestly, it’s my first time seeing such a large tree in person.”

It felt fresh to see something I had only viewed in movies before, especially while holding hands with the woman I loved.

‘Is it because I’m with my lover? Even if I saw this in reality, it would have just seemed like pretty decorations, but seeing it like this feels entirely different.’

I felt a bit shy expressing this, but it was almost as if the giant tree was blessing our relationship.

Feeling that way, the two of us stood for a moment, entranced, unable to tear our eyes away from the tree.

After a while, feeling that it was time enough, the Demon King calmly spoke to me.

“Well then, let’s get going, Hero. It wouldn’t do to be late.”

“Yes, understood, Esther.”

Agreeing with the Demon King’s words, we began walking again through the city.

“How about we do this?”

“Do whatever you want. Today is a day prepared for you.”

“Aww… you’re just too much…”

“Buy flowers! Black roses that suit this beautiful day are here!”

“The restaurant has tables available! Those who couldn’t find a reservation, you’re welcome too!”

All around us were couples like us, while numerous vendors were bustling around trying to attract customers.

It felt like a setting that had taken the essence of Christmas from the real world and simply altered the visuals a bit.

In the past, I used to feel a strange irritation seeing such scenes, but now, standing amongst it all, I began to understand why lovers came out on a day like this.

‘It might not happen in reality, but it feels as if the world is tailored for us.’

Thus, you could say the atmosphere lifted my spirits, filling me with joy.

Enjoying this moment, just holding hands as we walked, I relished the profound happiness I felt and headed to the restaurant where we had made a reservation.

This place was known as the most expensive and famous spot in Jerusalem.

Reserving a table here for the Immanuel Mass had not been easy, to the extent that I had to leverage the Hero’s overwhelming physical abilities, but after much effort, I succeeded in making the reservation.

At this moment, I felt a deep sense of accomplishment as I presented our tickets.

“Yes, you may enter, gentlemen.”

After confirming this, the Demon King and I stepped inside.

Luxurious decorations and sweet melodies surrounded us.

We indulged in the delicious scents wafting from the food, finding a spot within the restaurant to sit.

“How would you like to proceed with the meal? If you have any requests, please feel free to let me know. Today, it’s on me.”

“Hehe, thank you, Hero.”

Given that my casual words could only be seen as slightly humorous due to her identity as the absolute ruler of this land, she merely smiled lightly before choosing the dishes she wanted.

But then…

*Clink!*

“Huh?”

“…”

In the next moment, a sharp sound pierced our ears.

As we turned our gazes, we saw a glass shattering.

And right after that, a scene came into view…

“Y-You… Hero?”

“Eliza…?”

*

Eliza and Nyadan had come to the restaurant to shift the atmosphere a bit.

At that moment, she was genuinely taken aback when she realized where she was.

“No way… the place that I happened to get a ticket for is here? How could a ticket just happen to turn up here? This is Golgotha! It’s the most prestigious restaurant in Jerusalem; how…”

It was a place that was literally difficult to acquire even with money…

Especially on a day like the Immanuel Mass, getting in was about as hard as plucking a star from the sky.

Hearing Nyadan say she happened to stumble upon a ticket here seemed utterly ridiculous.

“Hehe. In this world, there are things you don’t need to know, Eliza. Come on, let’s hurry inside.”

“Umm…”

Even though something felt off, Eliza entered with Nyadan.

Right after, she couldn’t help but be mesmerized by the stunning decorations surrounding them.

Though she had worked at the royal castle, the splendor she was experiencing was far different from the grandeur of the Demon Kingdom, leaning more toward restraint.

This place edged higher in atmosphere compared to the banquet hall she was used to.

Feeling a bit pressured, Eliza sat down with Nyadan.

“So, what do you want to eat? Since you like seafood, should we go with that?”

“Umm… whatever’s fine. Let’s do that then…”

To be honest, this casual outing with a friend seemed to have taken a notably serious turn, but Eliza decided to enjoy the situation as it was and focused on her meal.

‘Well… it feels a bit awkward, but since we’re here, I might as well enjoy it…’

While thinking this, Eliza gazed at the dishes that were set before her much sooner than she had anticipated.

It featured the lobster dishes that she loved, and as she began to taste it, she felt a subtle hunger rising within her.

The smooth yet rich flavors danced in her mouth as she savored it, slowly easing the discomfort and deep confusion in her heart.

“How is it? Does it suit your taste?”

“Yeah… it’s delicious.”

“Hehe, I’m glad.”

Nyadan expressed pure joy while watching Eliza.

With that, Eliza thought again about how fortunate she was to have such a good friend, a smile naturally finding its way to her lips.

“Thank you for going through the trouble to arrange a place like this for me…”

“I noticed you seemed a bit down lately, Eliza. No matter how much it’s the Immanuel Mass, it’s not just a day for lovers, is it?”

“That’s true…”

Agreeing with Nyadan’s words, Eliza took a sip of her drink.

As she felt the sweet, smooth flavor of the red wine, the weight in her heart started to lift.

At that moment,

Seeing her like this, Nyadan’s voice turned cautious.

“Um… Eliza. Actually, I have something I want to tell you.”

“Huh? What is it?”

Nyadan spoke with a serious tone, causing Eliza to raise a light question in her mind and look her friend in the face.

With a slightly flushed expression, Nyadan carefully continued,

“It might sound a bit off, but… how do you plan to handle things with the Hero?”

“…Umm…”

Hearing that made Eliza’s previously lifted spirits subtly dip again.

Seeing her like this, Nyadan spoke in a somewhat urgent tone.

“Oh… Never mind, if you don’t want to answer, it’s fine. I’m just… worried as a friend…”

“…I suppose seeing me like this, you couldn’t help but worry…”

With those words, Eliza’s tone contained deep self-mockery.

Then she slowly turned the wine glass in her hand, beginning to speak with a hint of bitterness in her voice.

“I keep saying he’s someone I love, yet I haven’t even had the courage to confess, and meanwhile, he’s likely off nurturing love with someone I don’t even know… Honestly, when I first found out about that, I thought about taking him by force but ended up not even knowing who it was…”

“Umm…”

“How pathetic is that? Someone from the Elite Guard can’t even get that right… Maybe a woman like me really isn’t cut out for romance. Lately, I’m even entertaining thoughts of just giving up altogether…”

“That’s… not true!”

Nyadan declared firmly in response to Eliza’s self-deprecating words.

The intensity of her reaction took Eliza by surprise, leaving her staring at Nyadan with a puzzled expression.

“Ny-Nyadan?”

“It’s not true… Eliza, you’re a much more amazing woman than you think. From the moment I first saw you, I was smitten. You brought purpose back to my lackluster life, making me want to become that person’s partner.”

“Uh…. Huh?”

Nyadan’s expression turned bright red as she revealed something surprisingly monumental.

In an instant, Eliza could only stare at her, lost in a daze while Nyadan took her hands.

“I’ve always liked you. I… Eliza, I…”

“Ny… Nyadan? That… that means…”

“…I love you, Eliza… Please… accept my feelings.”

Though her words were muddled, Nyadan expressed her emotions sincerely.

In response, Eliza felt overwhelming confusion engulf her as she looked around.

Luckily, no one seemed to notice due to their focused conversation, but nonetheless, she was utterly bewildered about how to respond.

But then…

“…Huh?”

At that moment, she finally registered a scene unfolding before her eyes.

As soon as she grasped what it was, she felt her grip on the glass weakly loosen.

And then…

*Clink!*