The curse that was placed on the Illestons and tormented them for 300 years was Anasis' revenge on the one who put her on the executioner's scaffold.
'Then is the curse that was placed on the Emperor this time along the same lines?'
Simone also understood why the Emperor was suddenly trapped in a dream.
A jewel was discovered in the Emperor's chambers.
Judging from the imitation of Anasis's jewel, it is likely the work of his followers. It is likely a belated revenge against the royal family that decided to execute Anasis.
'These days, the occult societies are going wild...'
In the original, this organization was not so conspicuously active.
This was an organization that operated quietly without coming forward because it was doing activities that would not be good if discovered, such as human experiments and witchcraft. Except for the episode where Simone appears, this was an organization that had no major contact with the main characters.
Of course, it wasn't an organization with much influence on the story.
Such organizations have been very active recently. They are even touching the emperor.
It's only natural that the Occult Society would be the one to suffer losses if it touches the Imperial Family.
'Is there even a corner of faith?'
“Did you find all the books?”
While Simone was lost in thought, Louis returned after finishing some simple chores.
“If you need more time, you can take your time, but the sun is already setting.”
At Louis's words, Simone raised her head and looked up at the ceiling.
The sunset was slowly setting over the glass ceiling, making it difficult to tell when the time had passed.
“Do you need more time?”
At Louis' question, Simone closed her book and stood up.
“No, it’s okay. I’ll take these books.”
“Yes, ah, His Majesty the Emperor said that I can come to you whenever I need to.”
As a Crown Prince, Louis was much more polite and formal than the adventurer Wren.
It seems that when he enters the palace, hia behavior changes even when dealing with the same people, so in fact, it is quite difficult to adapt.
It was understandable why the main characters were so surprised and awkward when they first saw Louis as the Crown Prince in the novel.
It's a bit surprising and awkward to see someone who's always been so playful act so formally.
Louis, not knowing whether he knew this or not, approached and held out his hand toward the library door.
“Then go. I’m sorry, but I can’t take you-”
“Just go. Work, work.”
Even if he treats her like a noble, she should be treated with moderation before he brings her anything. Simone said firmly, picked up her luggage, and left the library ahead of Louis.
Louis stood next to Simone, smiling brightly. Simone, who was heading out of the castle, let out a small exclamation and said, "Ah."
“By the way, have you heard that Abel and his party will be going on a journey again soon?”
“Ah, I heard. The next destination is the Kingdom of Skal. Do you know?”
“I know, the kingdom floating in the air?”
The Kingdom of Skal. A kingdom built on a floating continent, it is known for its beautiful natural scenery.
It is also said to be the only country in the world where the World Tree is visible in the middle of the world because it is so high.
This is where Abel and his group learn about Louis' true identity and the background of the World Tree and the birth of the Demon King are mentioned.
In addition, it was a fairly important location in the story, as it was where Abel met his new teacher and became awakened.
'Of course, I found out Louis's true identity faster.'
So, unlike the original, Louis did not head to the Kingdom of Skal.
“They say the Demon King’s face is sealed there. They said they’re going to check to see if the seal there is okay.”
“It’s solid. Even if it’s not the Demon King’s job, it’ll definitely be a good experience.”
“I hope so. I hope those guys grow up to be capable of truly stopping the Demon King. Oh, and by the way.”
Louis rummaged through his belongings, took out a small box, and handed it to Simone.
“These are things I received from the suspicious people I saw at the lakeside that day. To be exact, after talking to them for a while, they told me where these things were buried.”
“Talking?”
"Yes."
What about talking? It must be torture.
Simone shook her head and opened the box.
“Be careful. It’s best not to touch it. You never know what might happen next.”
“...It’s a jewel.”
I knew it from the moment you turned your box inside out.
Simone's expression instantly rotted away.
No, why is the Occult Society touching the Demon King?
“Isn’t it suspicious? Another jewel. Why would the Occult Society want to break the Demon King’s seal?”
Occult Society.
The Occult Society is accelerating the resurrection of the Demon King?
“They said they were working on embedding this jewel into the Demon King’s dismembered body.”
She thought the Demon King and Anasis were completely separate events, but that wasn't the case.
At that moment, countless atrocities committed by the Occult Society flashed through Simone's mind.
The purpose of these many atrocities was always the same.
The resurrection of Anasis, and Simone's body as a vessel to contain Anasis' soul.
Then what if the Occult Society's goal of hastening the Demon King's resurrection is the same as its previous atrocities?
It means that they judged that the Demon King was necessary for the resurrection of Anasis.
Simone's face turned pale.
'No way...'
“Simone? Why are you doing this?”
Seeing Simone suddenly frozen, Louis worriedly called her name.
But Simone did not answer his call.
In her head, only one sentence of her own making came to mind.
Yeah, they probably are.
'They want to sacrifice the Demon King to revive Anasis.'
If they cannot perfectly summon it even after sacrificing tens or hundreds of humans, they can bring in a higher-level entity and sacrifice it.
With such a crazy idea, they are trying to actually put such a reckless and absurd plan into action.
Simone's heart is pounding so hard that she feels like she's falling to the floor.
'What should I do with this?'
No, is this even possible in the first place? Why did it stray so far from the original?
By chance.
Is this really because Simone's actions changed, and because she now has a vessel to hold Anasis?
‘...That doesn’t make sense.’
Simone clutched her chest as if to calm her heart, which was pounding so hard it hurt.
“Simone, what’s wrong? If it’s because of the jewel, then give it to me. I’ll keep it.”
Louis quickly snatched the box containing the jewels. It seemed that Simone, who had excellent mana sensitivity, he thought that she was being influenced by the jewels.
But Simone didn't care about such jewels at all.
'It's not nonsense. Using the Demon King as a sacrifice...'
Let's recall a scene from the book that contained the life of Anasis.
When Anasis was put on the scaffold, it was said that it took thousands of wizards to bind her. It took thousands of famous wizards just to bind one human.
How is it any different from the Demon King, who needs thousands of people just to bind someone?
Besides, hadn't Simone already personally experienced how terrifying Anasis was?
Even though it was a very unstable summoning that would disappear quickly, Simone shivered with fear as soon as their eyes met.
This means that Anasis and the Demon King may be beings of equal power.
'It's dangerous. It's dangerous if we continue like this.'
“Simone, what did you see in the book? Are you under a curse-”
"Your Highness."
"Yes?"
Louis answered with a frown as if he was not familiar with the title coming out of Simone's mouth.
“Contact Abel and his party immediately. They should be in Rydel by now.”
“...Yes, what should I say?”
Louis immediately took out his communication device. Although he was a Crown Prince, he was still Simone's employee.
If the Emperor or the nobles had seen this, they would have been shocked, but Simone and Louis paid no attention and continued their conversation.
Simone said in a shaky voice.
“The Occult Society is accelerating the resurrection of the Demon King to sacrifice him to Anasis.”
“A sacrifice? The Demon King as a sacrifice...?”
Louis, who hesitated for a moment, soon understood what she meant and looked astonished.
“Oh, that can’t be!”
“So, to delay the Demon King’s resurrection, we must first destroy the Occult Society. Tell them. After returning from the Kingdom of Skal, we must first destroy the Society.”
“...After visiting the Kingdom of Skal? Is that okay? Shouldn’t this be done right now?”
“No. I’m just getting back. I need to get ready, and for now, tell Abel and his party to finish their planned schedule there and come back.”
Before destroying the Occult Society, Abel must first visit the Kingdom of Skal.
Simone doesn't know about anything else, but Abel has to meet his master there, become enlightened, and return.
If the Occult Society is fearlessly reaching out to the Demon King, it means that there are some formidable figures in the Occult Society, so they will attack the Occult Society with even stronger force.
“Your Highness, please prepare yourself. I understand that there are many important figures secretly belonging to the Occult Society. You should prepare so that even if Abel and his party attack the Occult Society, the Empire will not be affected.”
Simone also had to prepare.
Simone held the forbidden book tightly in her hands.
'I have to protect my own body.'
She must become stronger before the Occult Society begins to seriously target her body.
It's good to be a fake exorcist, but it would be better to develop her abilities as a real necromancer.
"...All right."
Louis finally gathered his thoughts and answered.
“I’ll prepare it. So, for now, what we have to do has been decided. Are you saying that we should each prepare for the future and wait until Abel and his party return from finishing their schedule in the Kingdom of Skal?”
Simone relaxed her body.
“Yes, Your Highness. Could you please write a letter to Lord El informing him that I will be visiting him soon? I think I need some help with some things I don’t know about the forbidden book.”
“The forbidden book... Sharing its contents is prohibited. However, since it is none other than El... I understand for now.”
Yes, first of all, until Abel and his party return, it's just a period of waiting and preparation.
Until then, don't worry too much and focus on lifting the curse on the mansion and slowly developing her Necromancer abilities.
'It's been a while since I lifted the curse on the mansion.'
Simone barely managed to move a step.
'Then is the curse that was placed on the Emperor this time along the same lines?'
Simone also understood why the Emperor was suddenly trapped in a dream.
A jewel was discovered in the Emperor's chambers.
Judging from the imitation of Anasis's jewel, it is likely the work of his followers. It is likely a belated revenge against the royal family that decided to execute Anasis.
'These days, the occult societies are going wild...'
In the original, this organization was not so conspicuously active.
This was an organization that operated quietly without coming forward because it was doing activities that would not be good if discovered, such as human experiments and witchcraft. Except for the episode where Simone appears, this was an organization that had no major contact with the main characters.
Of course, it wasn't an organization with much influence on the story.
Such organizations have been very active recently. They are even touching the emperor.
It's only natural that the Occult Society would be the one to suffer losses if it touches the Imperial Family.
'Is there even a corner of faith?'
“Did you find all the books?”
While Simone was lost in thought, Louis returned after finishing some simple chores.
“If you need more time, you can take your time, but the sun is already setting.”
At Louis's words, Simone raised her head and looked up at the ceiling.
The sunset was slowly setting over the glass ceiling, making it difficult to tell when the time had passed.
“Do you need more time?”
At Louis' question, Simone closed her book and stood up.
“No, it’s okay. I’ll take these books.”
“Yes, ah, His Majesty the Emperor said that I can come to you whenever I need to.”
As a Crown Prince, Louis was much more polite and formal than the adventurer Wren.
It seems that when he enters the palace, hia behavior changes even when dealing with the same people, so in fact, it is quite difficult to adapt.
It was understandable why the main characters were so surprised and awkward when they first saw Louis as the Crown Prince in the novel.
It's a bit surprising and awkward to see someone who's always been so playful act so formally.
Louis, not knowing whether he knew this or not, approached and held out his hand toward the library door.
“Then go. I’m sorry, but I can’t take you-”
“Just go. Work, work.”
Even if he treats her like a noble, she should be treated with moderation before he brings her anything. Simone said firmly, picked up her luggage, and left the library ahead of Louis.
Louis stood next to Simone, smiling brightly. Simone, who was heading out of the castle, let out a small exclamation and said, "Ah."
“By the way, have you heard that Abel and his party will be going on a journey again soon?”
“Ah, I heard. The next destination is the Kingdom of Skal. Do you know?”
“I know, the kingdom floating in the air?”
The Kingdom of Skal. A kingdom built on a floating continent, it is known for its beautiful natural scenery.
It is also said to be the only country in the world where the World Tree is visible in the middle of the world because it is so high.
This is where Abel and his group learn about Louis' true identity and the background of the World Tree and the birth of the Demon King are mentioned.
In addition, it was a fairly important location in the story, as it was where Abel met his new teacher and became awakened.
'Of course, I found out Louis's true identity faster.'
So, unlike the original, Louis did not head to the Kingdom of Skal.
“They say the Demon King’s face is sealed there. They said they’re going to check to see if the seal there is okay.”
“It’s solid. Even if it’s not the Demon King’s job, it’ll definitely be a good experience.”
“I hope so. I hope those guys grow up to be capable of truly stopping the Demon King. Oh, and by the way.”
Louis rummaged through his belongings, took out a small box, and handed it to Simone.
“These are things I received from the suspicious people I saw at the lakeside that day. To be exact, after talking to them for a while, they told me where these things were buried.”
“Talking?”
"Yes."
What about talking? It must be torture.
Simone shook her head and opened the box.
“Be careful. It’s best not to touch it. You never know what might happen next.”
“...It’s a jewel.”
I knew it from the moment you turned your box inside out.
Simone's expression instantly rotted away.
No, why is the Occult Society touching the Demon King?
“Isn’t it suspicious? Another jewel. Why would the Occult Society want to break the Demon King’s seal?”
Occult Society.
The Occult Society is accelerating the resurrection of the Demon King?
“They said they were working on embedding this jewel into the Demon King’s dismembered body.”
She thought the Demon King and Anasis were completely separate events, but that wasn't the case.
At that moment, countless atrocities committed by the Occult Society flashed through Simone's mind.
The purpose of these many atrocities was always the same.
The resurrection of Anasis, and Simone's body as a vessel to contain Anasis' soul.
Then what if the Occult Society's goal of hastening the Demon King's resurrection is the same as its previous atrocities?
It means that they judged that the Demon King was necessary for the resurrection of Anasis.
Simone's face turned pale.
'No way...'
“Simone? Why are you doing this?”
Seeing Simone suddenly frozen, Louis worriedly called her name.
But Simone did not answer his call.
In her head, only one sentence of her own making came to mind.
Yeah, they probably are.
'They want to sacrifice the Demon King to revive Anasis.'
If they cannot perfectly summon it even after sacrificing tens or hundreds of humans, they can bring in a higher-level entity and sacrifice it.
With such a crazy idea, they are trying to actually put such a reckless and absurd plan into action.
Simone's heart is pounding so hard that she feels like she's falling to the floor.
'What should I do with this?'
No, is this even possible in the first place? Why did it stray so far from the original?
By chance.
Is this really because Simone's actions changed, and because she now has a vessel to hold Anasis?
‘...That doesn’t make sense.’
Simone clutched her chest as if to calm her heart, which was pounding so hard it hurt.
“Simone, what’s wrong? If it’s because of the jewel, then give it to me. I’ll keep it.”
Louis quickly snatched the box containing the jewels. It seemed that Simone, who had excellent mana sensitivity, he thought that she was being influenced by the jewels.
But Simone didn't care about such jewels at all.
'It's not nonsense. Using the Demon King as a sacrifice...'
Let's recall a scene from the book that contained the life of Anasis.
When Anasis was put on the scaffold, it was said that it took thousands of wizards to bind her. It took thousands of famous wizards just to bind one human.
How is it any different from the Demon King, who needs thousands of people just to bind someone?
Besides, hadn't Simone already personally experienced how terrifying Anasis was?
Even though it was a very unstable summoning that would disappear quickly, Simone shivered with fear as soon as their eyes met.
This means that Anasis and the Demon King may be beings of equal power.
'It's dangerous. It's dangerous if we continue like this.'
“Simone, what did you see in the book? Are you under a curse-”
"Your Highness."
"Yes?"
Louis answered with a frown as if he was not familiar with the title coming out of Simone's mouth.
“Contact Abel and his party immediately. They should be in Rydel by now.”
“...Yes, what should I say?”
Louis immediately took out his communication device. Although he was a Crown Prince, he was still Simone's employee.
If the Emperor or the nobles had seen this, they would have been shocked, but Simone and Louis paid no attention and continued their conversation.
Simone said in a shaky voice.
“The Occult Society is accelerating the resurrection of the Demon King to sacrifice him to Anasis.”
“A sacrifice? The Demon King as a sacrifice...?”
Louis, who hesitated for a moment, soon understood what she meant and looked astonished.
“Oh, that can’t be!”
“So, to delay the Demon King’s resurrection, we must first destroy the Occult Society. Tell them. After returning from the Kingdom of Skal, we must first destroy the Society.”
“...After visiting the Kingdom of Skal? Is that okay? Shouldn’t this be done right now?”
“No. I’m just getting back. I need to get ready, and for now, tell Abel and his party to finish their planned schedule there and come back.”
Before destroying the Occult Society, Abel must first visit the Kingdom of Skal.
Simone doesn't know about anything else, but Abel has to meet his master there, become enlightened, and return.
If the Occult Society is fearlessly reaching out to the Demon King, it means that there are some formidable figures in the Occult Society, so they will attack the Occult Society with even stronger force.
“Your Highness, please prepare yourself. I understand that there are many important figures secretly belonging to the Occult Society. You should prepare so that even if Abel and his party attack the Occult Society, the Empire will not be affected.”
Simone also had to prepare.
Simone held the forbidden book tightly in her hands.
'I have to protect my own body.'
She must become stronger before the Occult Society begins to seriously target her body.
It's good to be a fake exorcist, but it would be better to develop her abilities as a real necromancer.
"...All right."
Louis finally gathered his thoughts and answered.
“I’ll prepare it. So, for now, what we have to do has been decided. Are you saying that we should each prepare for the future and wait until Abel and his party return from finishing their schedule in the Kingdom of Skal?”
Simone relaxed her body.
“Yes, Your Highness. Could you please write a letter to Lord El informing him that I will be visiting him soon? I think I need some help with some things I don’t know about the forbidden book.”
“The forbidden book... Sharing its contents is prohibited. However, since it is none other than El... I understand for now.”
Yes, first of all, until Abel and his party return, it's just a period of waiting and preparation.
Until then, don't worry too much and focus on lifting the curse on the mansion and slowly developing her Necromancer abilities.
'It's been a while since I lifted the curse on the mansion.'
Simone barely managed to move a step.
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