I'm Not That Kind of Talent [Light Novel ENGLISH]

154. Traitor of Humanity, Deon Hart (2)

154. Traitor of Humanity, Deon Hart (2)

Until now, it seemed like a joke, but the Demon Army began its march towards the Imperial Capital in earnest.

The overall commander was Demon Arut, commander of the 0th Division.

When he heard the news that not long after this, one of the Imperial cities had fallen to the Demon Army, what expression was he wearing?

[So, he's finally become a hero. Quite impressive. To think that both brothers became heroes side by side, it's truly admirable.]

[I'm honoured.]

[Up until now, every official hero has received something they desired from me, one by one. You can't be an exception. Is there something you wish for?]

Ironically.

[If not, then a suitable title and money...]

[I have a request.]

The Emperor couldn't help but think of Cruel Hart instead of Deon Hart.

The foolish human who, unable to bear the guilt of his family being slaughtered before his eyes, chose not to hate and took the path of forgiveness. The Emperor closed his eyes tightly.

[I dare guess how Your Majesty perceives me. Being associated with the Duke, you must be cautious. It's fine to be wary. It's fine not to trust me. No, it would be better not to trust me, for I am clearly associated with the Duke.]

[...What is your request?]

On the day the fourth hero of the Empire was born, in the presence of the Emperor.

[As you did when you granted the request of the previous third hero, I humbly ask you to allow me to cover Deon's eyes... as I did before.]

[...]

[It will also be beneficial for Your Majesty.]

The victim kneeled before the bystander for the sake of the aggressor.

Playing the role of a character in a comedy who couldn't even smile, the Emperor realized what Cruel Hart was thinking.

It was to cover Deon Hart's eyes so he couldn't see the truth. The guilt of slaughtering innocent family members was so unbearable that it made him want to end his own life.

'He must know that his own life is at risk if it comes to that.'

Is he offering himself as bait?

Feeling one's neck threatened by the hands of one's loved ones is truly horrifying, yet Cruel Hart was willing to sacrifice everything to protect his brother.

It was strange. Stories of such sacrificial individuals seemed like distant tales found only in books.

Perhaps that's why the Emperor doubted whether he was weak to "Hart" himself and, like he did to Deon Hart, offered another chance, not to respond as expected.

[Your request seems advantageous for me. Rather than presenting it as a "request," why not put it forth as a "suggestion," and refrain from demanding anything separate from it?]

[I want nothing else.]

[...Cruel.]

After bestowing mercy, the returned response was cruel.

[Very well. I accept your request. However, that alone is far from enough to earn the title of a hero, so I will provide additional wealth. It should be twice the wealth received by the previous heroes.]

[I do not need wealth.]

[It's another beneficial request for me. As long as it's not disadvantageous to me, I will assist in covering Deon Hart's eyes.]