Breakthrough with the Forbidden Master Chapter 438: That’s Not Love

Along a moonlit shore, a woman paused her breathless sprints across the sandy expanse. “Phew, haa, phew…… Ten laps around the island after sparring and training… I truly feel my speed increasing incrementally. My stamina is improving, and my legs and core are growing stronger too.” Sadiz swiped the invigorating sweat from her brow, a pleased expression gracing her features. Yet, she quickly shook her head. “No…… Little man must have engaged in far, far more running and training… the lower body strength that underpins those footwork techniques is the product of consistent, diligent effort built over considerable time…… If I permit myself to wallow in self-satisfaction now, there remains a vast distance to cover. Ah, I should perform some stretches.” With stoic resolve and voracious dedication, Sadiz pushed herself relentlessly until late into the night, still finding herself utterly unsatisfied. She meticulously cared for her body with cool-downs and stretching, ensuring she would remain robust and prepared for another day of training. Then…… “Guwaha~ you’re training with quite th’ voracious appetite, aren’t you?” “Oh, Master.” “Yesh, that’s fine. Sit down and relax.” A colossal dragon alighted beside Sadiz, who was engaged in stretching exercises on the beach. This was Vasalar, the Dragon King of Hades, now their master—a figure exuding dignity and majesty, yet wearing a surprisingly affable smile. “After your usual routine, you’re engaging in some secret special training while th’ other lads and lasses are resting? But pushing yourself too hard might backfire, yesh?” “That might hold true. However, according to Mortriage’s crew, regardless of how grueling the daily training regimen was, Little man would still run with incredible intensity every single day. Even after undertaking some unusual training sessions occasionally, he never failed to complete his daily run. Therefore, I aspire to run as well. To catch up with him.” “Ho~u” “Naturally, Little man and I employ distinct fighting styles. It would be nonsensical to undertake precisely the same training. But concerning running, it cultivates stamina, leg strength, and mental fortitude—qualities that are indispensable for any combat style—so I concluded that I could pursue this activity to my heart’s content.” “Nuwahaha, I see~ no~, it’s love~. Th’ desire to share what th’ wee lad experienced by undertaking the same training as him, yesh?” “Hehehe, yes, it is love.” Sadiz responded with an unwavering passion evident in her eyes, prompting Vasalar to erupt in hearty laughter. The sound was so profound that the formerly placid sea rippled from the sheer vibration. “I see, I see. But the competition for th’ lad looks fierce, doesn’t it? He already has a bride-to-be by his side.” “I harbor no intention of intruding upon Little man’s existing relationship with Ms. Kron… nor with Ms. Shinobu and the princess. Even should other women emerge in the future, my wish is for Little man to possess the freedom to pursue a romantic connection with whomever he chooses.” “Hmm…… You’re being quite lenient~. Don’t you have any rules like, ‘It must be someone you approve of’, or such~?” “Certainly, in bygone days…… I would not have permitted it unless Little man had selected the princess as his fiancée, or a woman whom I deemed suitable. Failing that, I might have even claimed his chastity myself…… In short, I would have interfered and caused a considerable commotion. But circumstances have altered. There exists no possibility that the woman chosen by Little man —who has evolved into such a strong, resilient, and mature individual—could be an inappropriate selection.” As she spoke, Sadiz cast a somewhat wistful gaze toward the distant horizon. Observing her profile, Vasalar perceived that Sadiz would no longer interfere in Earth’s romantic entanglements—let alone assume such a role herself. “Such a philosophical declaration from a teenage lass. Love is won through strength, yesh? You could be a wee more proactive yourself.” “It is not a matter of desiring to become Little man’s lover or wife. My sole wish is for his happiness. If I can serve as an individual who supports him from a close proximity—and perhaps even offers assistance from time to time—that is sufficient for me.” “Hmm~…… Then what if th’ lad wishes to marry you?” However, when Vasalar inquired out of sheer curiosity, “What if Earth chooses Sadiz?”, Sadiz offered a response devoid of hesitation…… “In that event…… I would enfold Little man in my arms and embrace him tightly without a second thought ♥.” “Huh…? …. Pukukuku, gwahahahaha!” Vasalar guffawed once more at Sadiz, who declared that should such a scenario materialize, she would not merely accept but would actively initiate the embrace herself. Nevertheless, after a prolonged bout of laughter, a subtle, sorrowful smile touched his lips. “I see~. You don’t take after her in that regard… Kaguya.” “…… my…ancestor?” “Hmm…… she possessed no interest in romantic matters, you understand. In that specific aspect, she mirrors Tre’ainar precisely.” “…… Hmm…… Great Demon King Tre’ainar……” “Hmm?” “No…… it signifies nothing.” Sadiz, having resolved not to interfere with Earth’s romantic pursuits, felt no discernible jealousy towards Kron or Shinobu. However, inexplicably, a potent wave of jealousy surged within her whenever thoughts of Tre’ainar arose. Despite her inability to perceive his form, Tre’ainar remained constantly beside Earth, day and night, providing guidance and nurturing, thereby earning his complete and unwavering trust.

That position was precisely what Sadiz had always yearned for above all else, with her envy towards Tre’ainar being the sole exception.

Furthermore, due to the deeply entangled history between them—Tre’ainar being the very individual who had stripped her of everything—it became a profound source of anguish for Sadiz.

“But, if Kaguya had no interest in romance, and yet I exist as her descendant, doesn’t that imply she must have had a child with someone?”

“Hmm~mm. I’m uncertain. Well, given that her very birth is shrouded in mystery, rather than being a direct descendant of Kaguya, it’s conceivable that you are the descendant of someone who was brought into existence using Kaguya’s genes… however, I don’t particularly concern myself with such matters. It’s futile to ponder it, and it holds no relevance to you at this moment anyway.”

“…? Well, you do have a point—I'm unsure, and I suppose that reasoning is sound. I am neither Kaguya nor a descendant of the Female Hero. Ultimately, I am myself. I am Sadiz Lagann… Just as Little Man is not the son of a Hero, but rather Earth Lagann.”

With those words, Sadiz rose to her feet, choosing not to delve further into Vasalar’s narrative.

“Well, I’m going to retire for the night. I’ll get some sleep and prepare myself for the early morning training session.”

“Yesh…… Try not to have too many lewd dreams in Vier~?”

“Huh!? I… I do not. Not at all.”

“Hahahaha, is that so? Perhaps you’re indulging in some perverse, forbidden dream, yesh? Something along the lines of taking advantage of the lad during his vulnerable age?”

“I have not engaged in any such activities with him! I may indulge in a few playful pranks with Little Man at that age, spoil him with some affection, and perhaps share a kiss or two. But as for ‘doing it,’ I have strictly decided—rather, I am appropriately interacting with Little Man at his current age across all aspects, so there is no issue!—Wait, that’s not what I intended to convey… … I shall prepare for tomorrow.”

“If you’re that infatuated with th’ lad, why don’t you simply join th’ romance battle?”

Having unintentionally let the words slip, and feeling a wave of embarrassment that her daily routine—which she acknowledged as twisted but felt powerless to cease—had been perceived, Sadiz attempted to hasten her departure to mask her mortification.

However……

“…… hmm?”

“…… Huh?”

It occurred without warning.

No, it began.

“What’s happening~?”

“Wh-what is that?”

Suddenly, a colossal entity materialized in the darkened expanse of the night sky.

“Could that be… 【Epsoney】… or perhaps a comparable magical incantation?”

Sadiz had never encountered the terms Vasalar uttered.

Abruptly, however, a vast, flat rectangular shape appeared in the heavens, and from this square, light emanated, projecting something onto its surface.

It was….

〔Dada-da-dada ♪, Unauthorized recording of this work constitutes a severe offense, panay ♪, According to my regulations, the penalty is a fine, death, or both.〕

“”………… Huh?””

〔No More Recording Thieves!〕

The image of an unusual figure materialized in the sky, a figure adorned with what resembled an enormous crystal sphere atop its head, gracefully dancing while intoning indecipherable words.

“Nn… that was… from a distant past… yesh… a form of amusement Kaguya once showed me… something they called a movie… where peculiar characters would don such attire…”

“What in the world is that… a, and, that voice just now… and the word ‘Panay’….”

The identity of the figure that had appeared and was being projected remained unclear.

However, Vasalar recognized the figure, and Sadiz identified the voice and its distinct cadence.

Yet, before the pair could offer a response, the mysterious figure vanished, and lettering subsequently appeared in the sky.

“…… Pariwood?”

Sadiz spoke the word aloud, though it held no familiarity for her. Nevertheless, she felt an inexplicable pull toward it.

Vasalar’s brow furrowed in deep contemplation.

“There she is! Hey, Sadiz… look up at the sky!”

“Master too! What on earth was that…”

And it wasn't merely the two of them; Phianse and the others also took notice of the unfolding spectacle and hurried over.

Furthermore, this phenomenon wasn't confined to Cacretale; similar images were simultaneously projected across the skies worldwide.

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