Raised the Villainous Daughter and Ran Away

163. The End of Encounter is Parting

Somire, who had confessed her story, lowered her head and shook her shoulders like a prisoner awaiting judgment.

“… … .”

It was truly outrageous and unforgivable that he tried to kill Frances, but since he was a victim of Ladrien’s plan and mine, it was not an easy decision to make.

Somire is a child. She is still immature and going through the stormy period of adolescence.

Although I am a user who played the game ‘Ropanso’, which is a connection point, I am not unfamiliar with this world, but how scary would it be to live in a world where no one knows you and you have no family or friends?

‘And it was similar to me.’

For over a year, Somire suffered from extreme pain, having nightmares every night about the real Somire. It was a wonder she didn’t lose her mind.

It must have been incredibly stressful for her. She must have felt homesick, which is not easily cured.

‘It’s complicated.’

To be honest, I just want to send him back. I know his actions up until now really piss me off, but he’s just an unlucky kid who got caught up in it.

Haa, I let out a deep sigh and asked Frances, who was next to me.

“What would you like to do, Your Majesty?”

Frances didn’t say anything, just opened her eyes shallowly and rested her chin on her hand. She looked lost in thought.

“… … .”

Somire raised her head slightly and looked around. Her trembling eyes were filled with anxiety.

“I am…….”

Frances opened her lips with difficulty, feeling distressed.

“It is absolutely wrong to feel pity for an enemy who tried to kill me. I do not want to show mercy.”

But, Frances continues speaking.

“I think you know the details, so I’ll leave it up to you to decide. Jin, I won’t be angry with you for whatever you choose, and I’ll respect that. You’re everything to me.”

All of them… … .

It was a heartbreaking statement.

“…All right.”

I nodded and called out to Kazar.

“Kazar. Check the magic circle engraved on me.”

“Huh? A magic circle?”

“Yes. Ladrien’s magic will remain.”

Kazar blinked and tilted his head, but he listened anyway.

“Then I will check.”

Kazar put his hand on my back. He was sending out magical energy to check my soul. He could also check the connection point with the remnants of the magic circle that Ladrien had mentioned.

“Mr. Jin…?”

I turned my head to look at Kazar, who looked up at me with a thoughtful face.

“what?”

“you…….”

He seems to have noticed my condition.

“Don’t say anything now. Check the magic circle.”

“yes…….”

Kazar closed her eyes, pursed her lips. Her magic stirred my body.

“… This is incredible magic.”

It is celestial magic that goes beyond transcendence. It is a very distant realm… … .

“Is it possible to rebuild the magic circle?”

“… It’s at a level where you just have to match it.”

“I guess I can send it back?”

“yes.”

Okay then.

“How long does it take?”

“It should be possible in 10 minutes. You just need to assemble the pre-made parts.”

That old lady said that, but she was planning on sending me back from the beginning.

“Please.”

“yes.”

Kazar closed his eyes, placed his hand on me, and analyzed the magic circle. There shouldn’t be a problem since I just need to copy it and put magic power into it.

“And there’s something called a connection point. You just need to activate the magic and use me as a medium. Ladrien has already completed it, so it shouldn’t be difficult.”

Kazar nods with a sullen voice, saying, “Yes.” Only she knows that I will soon disappear from this place.

“… Okay.”

Kazar took his hand off hers and pursed his lips. His expression still didn’t look good.

“I know it takes a lot of magic power. Is it enough?”

“… Yes. I think the Transcendent Wizard created everything from the beginning.”

There was no problem at all.

“Okay, use me to work your magic. I will be the link and send Somire back.”

Somire raised her head. She had shed so many tears that the area under her eyes was swollen.

“Are you really going to send me back…?”

“okay.”

“really…?”

“That’s right.”

Crossing the world is a strain on the soul, as it involves moving destiny. The current Somire would never be able to endure it. The reason she was able to cross over was because of the magic I used with my soul.

‘I don’t know if it’s possible now.’

I feel like I might collapse at any moment. I feel dizzy as if I have anemia and my eyes are spinning.

But shouldn’t I finish this job?

It all started because of my greed.

“Mr. Jin. If you use this magic, you will… … .”

“It’s okay because I know.”

“… Then I will use it.”

“The magic name is ‘The Wheel of Destiny.’”

“yes.”

Phew!!!

A massive magical power swirled and a fierce gust of wind arose.

“The wheel that changes destiny.”

The gust of wind that had been circling around me swallowed up Somire.

“Somire. No, Baek Ayeon. You will forget everything that happened here as a reaction to crossing the world. Throw away all the painful memories and return to your original life.”

Baek A-yeon nodded her head repeatedly, sobbing. I chuckled.

“Goodbye.”

A pure white soul emerged from above Somire’s head, engulfed in magic, and turned into dust.

“Cough…!”

As the celestial magic, the wheel of destiny, was activated, he felt as if his whole body was being torn apart and coughed up blood.

“Mr. Jin!”

“jin…?”

Kazar supported me as I fell forward. Frances looked at me with her mouth slightly open and trembling eyes.

“Are you okay…?”

“…it’s okay.”

“Your complexion doesn’t look good… … .”

Frances’ face looks like it could collapse at any moment. The reunion I’ve been waiting for so long has ended up like this, it’s the worst.

“Did you get hurt while fighting the Transcendent Wizard…?”

I shook my head.

I wanted to say something, but my lips were dry. My tongue wouldn’t move. Was it really that hard to connect words one by one to make a sentence?

“… Since your condition is not good, let’s go back to the duke’s residence first. Duke? Don’t worry. I’ll try to do something.”

Frances nodded, saying, “Okay, I understand,” as Kazar spoke.

I could tell that she also realized something was wrong, because the emotion was written all over her face.

Fear. A more human emotion than any other. Anxiety about the unknown future. I forced a smile.

“Let’s go back. To our duke’s mansion.”

“huh…….”

Frances, who still showed no sign of anxiety, soon agreed.

At that time.

“excuse me…….”

After Baek A-yeon left, the original Somi-re returned and called us.

Everyone present was speechless. Even Ladea and Kale, who were quietly watching, looked bewildered.

“If you are not feeling well, I can treat you.”

* * *

We returned to the duke’s mansion. With the original saint, the real Somire.

I’m lying in the guest bedroom, with a face that’s almost as pale as white.

“Please examine Jin.”

“yes.”

Somire followed France’s words without saying a word and examined my condition.

“… … .”

Somire’s face darkened immediately. She must have realized that this was not a simple matter. Even if she were a saint, she could not save me unless she used her descent and the power of a goddess.

‘…descent.’

That might be possible, but it’s best not to get your hopes up.

Kangrim means performing another miracle in exchange for the miracle of being a saint.

‘Even Baek A-yeon, who wanted to go back so badly, didn’t use Gangrim.’

I didn’t know because Ladrien was by my side. I also played the game ‘Lopanso’, which is a connection point.

I whispered to Somire.

“Let’s just gloss over it for now.”

“…All right.”

Somire stood up from her seat, looked at France and smiled.

“I think we need to monitor the condition a bit more.”

“…Is it okay?”

Somire avoids eye contact with a bitter smile. Does that mean she can’t lie?

“Your Majesty, I am fine.”

“…lie.”

“… … .”

“I’ll fool you anyway. Stability comes first.”

But, Frances continues speaking.

“I’m going to tell you everything I couldn’t tell you tonight.”

“…yes.”

Frances said that and quickly turned around to leave. I could tell from watching her for a long time.

Anxiety that comes from being angry at yourself and worrying that you might lose it again.

I wouldn’t be able to raise my head if I stood in front of her.

“I…….”

The remaining Kazar said.

“What happened? No, more than that, how are you still alive?”

He spat out questions like a machine gun, as if he was very curious.

“It was a transcendent contract with Ladrien. I gave up my existence, my soul, my life, and changed my fate.”

Of course I have no regrets.

“The reason I’m alive is my obsession. In fact, I’m in the same state as a ghost. My soul is tied to the Duke, so I’m just holding on, but after today, it’ll all be over.”

Kazar’s eyes widened.

“… A contract? Fate? The souls are already bound together? Now, wait a minute. I can’t follow what Mr. Jin is saying right now.”

There will be confusion. And it is understandable.

“Anyway, I know that I will disappear after today. Since my existence will disappear, I will be forgotten by you all.”

I continued with a relieved smile.

“In this world, there was no such thing as Jin Barenberg from the beginning. So you don’t have to worry about what will happen after I disappear.”

It was a life repeated for thousands of years.

Now is the time to put an end to it.

“… Where is that?”

Kazar glared at me, chewing his lower lip.

“Do you know that you are incredibly irresponsible?”

“know.”

“Why is someone I know…!”

Kazar did not say anything further.

“It was what I wanted. I achieved what I hoped for.”

“… … .”

“Don’t be too sad, you are someone who will soon disappear and be forgotten.”

“That’s not the problem… … .”

If the atmosphere continues like this, it will be difficult. I apologized to Somire to change the subject.

“Saint. You have been unexpectedly harmed. You are so shameful.”

Somire shook her head with a faint smile.

“No. I know your fate and the Duke’s fate, and the sorrow.”

My eyes widened in surprise.

“Do you know that?”

“Yes, a little bit.”

“Even the fact that I killed you?”

“Yes. The celestial magic was activated and your memories entered my mind.”

You’re doing that even after looking into my memories. Is there something wrong with your head?

“… Don’t you resent me?”

“I would be lying if I said otherwise.”

But Somire continued speaking.

“Hatred is a chain. Someone has to break it. As the chosen one of the goddess, as the center of this world, I bear the hatred and break the chain.”

It’s a saintly remark, but… … .

“…Thank you for saying so.”

I killed her countless times out of revenge, even though she was innocent. Even if I die, it won’t be enough to atone for my sins.

“So there’s no need to apologize. In fact, I didn’t want to get involved with those kinds of men either.”

Somire smiled faintly and raised her eyebrows.

“Rather, I feel more comfortable now that I don’t have the responsibility of being a saint. Instead of returning to the imperial family as a nobody, can I get a job as the Duke’s personal physician?”

For some reason, she had no worries or concerns. She just chuckled.

“…Ask the Duke.”

“Okay, I hope you’ll accept it.”

She is still a saint, but her memories have been mixed up and her body has been taken over by a possessed person, so her personality may have changed a bit.

“By the way, it’s getting night now.”

I looked out the window at Somire’s words. The sunset was setting.

“… … .”

It is the time of our long-awaited reunion, just before I disappear completely from this world.

And it is time to announce our eternal farewell.