67 Chapter 9: Locations (1/2)

Monica held me and we enjoyed the flight.

The flying speed of the demon was reasonably fast even with a person in its arms, and it was comfortable because it didn't shake much. In addition, it seemed to be able to maintain that speed for a long time. Perhaps this mobility was the reason why Monica was chosen by the demon lord Linel's army to attack the merchant.

Oliver was running across the earth in the form of a werewolf. Dust was flying and his speed was much faster than Monica's in the air.

In terms of pure physical ability, he is better than me.

I'm sorry for the way I've been treated. We--that ...... sunshine is not a problem.

I guess it wasn't part of the plan to come back in such a hurry. There was a hint of awe in his voice, but I nodded hawkishly.

No, it's not as bad as it sounds. It's refreshing to be carried.

I was always on the holding side, and it was more like jumping than flying.

The night breeze was a little chilly. The moonlit wilderness was somewhat desolate, but very beautiful. If I could escape Epe's reach, I might enjoy traveling around the world. See all the beautiful sights.

She held me tightly and kept flying. Monica chirps softly.

The ...... only way to get to our camp before dawn is to cross the big river or fly over the Rhomburg.

What's the problem?

The Romburg is heavily guarded, so even if ...... Oliver returns by another route, he will be attacked first if he passes through the sky unprotected. It's a good target for tracking magic.

That's not good. I'd like to see Lomburg, but I don't want to be attacked. Magical attacks don't work on me, but I'm sure they don't on Monica. ...... Wouldn't she be able to avoid being attacked if she turned into a dog?

The reason I didn't bring up the option of crossing the river first is because ...... I think she's concerned about me.

You can cross the river. The flowing water is scary, but it won't turn the whole city against us for nothing. Don't worry, I've crossed rivers before I got here. And I don't mind a little ......... sunshine.

I've already taken the sun's punishment, and now that I'm full of strength, I should be able to withstand a couple of hours in the sun if it's not too strong.

At my words, Monica swayed as if she was upset, and her height rose and fell dramatically. Then, as if in a panic, she regained her position and said in a shaky voice.

I'm sorry.　............ I am afraid, my king.

The reaction ...... now, what is going on?

For a moment I was suspicious, but when I thought about it calmly, I realized that vampires are not usually able to withstand sunlight.

The only reason I can withstand a little is because I'm still in the lower levels and the curse is thin. If I were just a vampire, even a little light just after dawn would have been painful.

Is this the first time you've seen a vampire that can withstand sunlight?

............ It's not every day you find a Night King.

Apparently, there are very few. Come to think of it, the Lord didn't have any vampires under his command either.

I'm not sure if I should be saying this, but vampires have a lot of weaknesses.

I'm not sure what to say.　It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for.

It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for.

Another vampire. ...... I'm sure we'll never get along.

I'm sure that if you get along with another vampire, that vampire will have an eye on you.

I'm not the only one with possessive tendencies. I can't imagine sharing her blood with another vampire.

After a while, I saw something huge and black. There was a flicker of light, and Monica soared, gaining a great deal of altitude.

And then I opened my eyes to the sight below me.

It was a wall. A huge man-made structure that seemed to cut through the wilderness, stretching to the end of the horizon, with lights twinkling here and there on the wall.

It was the first time I had seen such a sight. Looking down at the pea-sized people moving about so hurriedly, I felt as if I had become a supernatural being.

My heart raced.

I want to go. I want to see it up close. I want to see the sights!

The only thing I could see for a long time was a wall, and I couldn't see anything resembling a city. Noticing my change in appearance, Monica explained to me.

The abominable Long Wall of Lonburg. It seems to have been originally built for human territorial disputes, but now it has become a fortress that blocks our army.