Do Heroes Need Welfare Too? - Chapter 101

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Chapter 101

‘Ah, it seems the fact that people don’t trust him was also hurtful to me.’

Because I know how hard Adam worked to kill the Demon King.

Though it was a wicked thought, I cursed the ungrateful villagers a little.

But just one person. Because Kyrillos believed in him, the dam of that sorrow collapsed.

“Oh, Miss Maid? Why are you crying! Shouldn’t our Hero be the one crying?”

“…I’m not crying.”

I didn’t want to show my crying face, so I kept my head down low, but I could feel the flustered presence above me.

What was finally extended was Adam’s handkerchief.

It was definitely the handkerchief I had given to Adam, telling him to be good to me.

I thought about what would happen if I cried and laughed at the same time, then took a sharp breath and lifted my head.

“I won’t cry either!”

Ah, seeing both their faces blur, there must still be tears in my eyes.

But I quickly wiped them away with the back of my hand and grinned.

“Crying should be done after everything is over. It’s too early to cry now. When that time comes, I’ll make Hero so moved that he’ll cry tears and snot!”

“Good! I’ll also dedicate myself to helping!”

I clapped hands dramatically with Kyrillos.

And at the same time, we both turned toward Adam.

“…I don’t want to do it.”

Adam refused timidly with his arms crossed.

But since there were two people attacking with sparkling eyes, Adam let out a small sigh and raised both arms up.

Seeing this, Kyrillos and I high-fived his palms together.

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“But the problem is that public opinion about Hero hasn’t recovered yet. Of course, since he saved the children, it will quiet down soon… Originally, people are only interested in stimulating content. Even if the misunderstanding is cleared up, it will only be a few people.”

Kyrillos, who had been eating the cookies he bought by himself, brought up the main topic.

When I wiped the cookie crumbs around his mouth with a handkerchief, he bowed in thanks and continued.

“It’s extremely malicious content, and since it’s gossip about the once-shining Hero, it’s bound to be interesting. Since he’s not a nobleman, there’s no threat in spreading the word, so it’s just idle gossip.”

Kyrillos sighed.

Of course, he added that even if he hadn’t known Hero, he wouldn’t have believed such ridiculous rumors.

Listening quietly to his words, I had a good idea.

“Then let’s spread rumors too?”

“Fight rumors with rumors? That’s a good method! As expected of Miss Maid!”

Then Kyrillos and my gazes simultaneously fixed on Adam.

He looked only at the teacup on the table as if greatly troubled.

“Is it really necessary to go that far?”

Though his voice was shrinking, we both heard it clearly.

Without deciding who would go first, we both jumped up from our seats and shouted.

“Of course!”

“What frustrating talk! Hero’s achievements are being tarnished! My Hero!”

“…Since when did Hero become your Hero, Kyrillos?”

“Let’s skip such trivial matters, Miss Maid.”

When I narrowed my eyes and looked at him, he avoided my gaze with his characteristic eye-smile.

“Hero. I understand your feelings, but if we leave it alone, they’ll keep bothering Hero.”

“But it’s not like they’re bothering my people, it’s just a trivial matter.”

“Ahem, your people?”

Kyrillos shrugged his shoulders, showing his good mood.

“Of course, that’s me.”

“Oh? Miss Maid. That applies to all of us. I can’t stand you trying to monopolize being Hero’s person!”

Kyrillos pretended to be lightly indignant.

How long has he known Adam, yet he acted like a close friend of 10 years with Adam.

Though it was what I wanted, I didn’t like him threatening my position too.

When I looked at him with a displeased face, Kyrillos chuckled.

“I’m willing to concede if it’s love instead of people though.”

Kyrillos smiled and thoroughly scratched at people’s hearts.

The one I had to compete with Adam for wasn’t even a person, but God.

And both are the same person!

“Both of you be quiet…”

Adam pressed his throbbing head firmly.

Lately, having people noisily arguing beside him seemed to easily give him headaches.

“Hero, don’t worry and just rest. We, the people who receive Hero’s favor, will take care of everything!”

“No, I’ll participate too. Please let me.”

“Oh, Hero, really. Just rest.”

“Please. I’m worried about the future.”

As if he thought unexpected situations would arise if he left Kyrillos and me alone, Adam spoke firmly.

Though he used the word “please,” it was half coercion.

Before Kyrillos could answer, Adam stood crookedly behind the sofa and looked at us.

“We’ll have to keep it as simple as possible. Before our quick-witted Hero runs away…”

I glanced at Adam and nodded slightly.

Adam dislikes anything noticeably flashy.

There was no reason to do something conspicuous and face the Emperor’s full-force checks.

‘But that’s a bit annoying.’

It’s not even personal preference, but because of that Emperor bastard, Adam can’t even do what he wants!

Does he really think Adam will threaten his position?

He was just a Hero who killed the Demon King, as he says.

There have been seven Heroes including Adam so far, and they didn’t threaten the throne just because they killed the Demon King.

‘No, they all died within a few years after killing the Demon King.’

Because of the damn Demon King’s curse.

I looked at Adam’s profile.

The Demon King’s curse.

I hadn’t seen any signs of it in him yet.

No, I saw it before, but lately I haven’t seen those signs.

Stress – 79%

But the problem was that his stress level showed no signs of going down.

As if this was the best it could be, it precariously avoided overflowing.

If Adam intended to overthrow the Emperor, he would start by winning over the nobles step by step.

Bringing up the Emperor’s misdeeds, from the Hunting Tournament or the Emperor’s subtle checks that started even before that.

I grimaced thinking of the Emperor’s face.

Just thinking of him reminded me of how Adam got hurt that day.

I want to punch him once.

Of course, since I can’t fight at all, I decided to keep it as just a thought.

Later, if I get the chance, I want to secretly ask Adam to hit him for me.

Since he’s suffered a lot from the Emperor too, he’d probably gladly accept.

‘…Could this be why he thinks Adam will rebel? Because he knows what he’s done?’

Then what kind of foolish act is this?

Even now, if he firmly changes his mind and offers Adam a title and gold while apologizing, Adam would readily accept.

After pondering, I spoke up.

“Hero didn’t return to the capital after killing the Demon King, right?”

“That’s right?”

Kyrillos nodded and agreed with my words.

“We’ll tie that to the Emperor. Since the nobles were also eagerly gossiping about Hero, we’ll say they deliberately prevented Adam from coming to the capital to receive recognition for his achievements.”

Kyrillos let out a contemplative hum.

He still seemed cautious about speaking, as if his suspicions about the Emperor hadn’t completely settled.

Nevertheless, seeing him finally open his mouth showed whose side he had decided to take.

“You’re right, Miss Maid. It would be a disgraceful matter for the nobles. It would be a humiliating affair for the Emperor as well.”

“Then the voices of nobles who don’t want to be associated with those nobles will grow louder. It’s true that the achievements of previous Heroes haven’t been properly recognized either. Will it be alright?”

“Miss Maid…”

After hearing the plan, Kyrillos nodded his head.

“I’m truly relieved that you’re on our side, Miss Maid.”

What does he mean?

Kyrillos gave a thumbs up as he spoke.

I decided to take it as a compliment for now.

Kyrillos was more enthusiastic about this plan than anyone else, but the obstacle lay elsewhere.

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