Chapter 343 – Payback for Sins – PLAYER WHO RETURNED 10,000 YEARS LATER

Chapter 343 – Payback for Sins

– At this speed we will be in the capital by tomorrow.

– Ah… Yes, that’s right, – Iris darkened, and her shoulders sagged weakly.

Kang Woo casually glanced at her and clicked his tongue. He figured out a thing or two while chatting with her over the past few days.

“For starters, she’s not nearly as bad as everybody talks.”

Although she’s rather rude, she has another side, but it is practically impossible to see, because in any situation she behaves too emotionally and straightforwardly.

What made her become this way?

“Well, probably tomorrow we’ll be able to figure it out.”

Kang Woo looked at the pale and trembling Iris. The problem was not that she had an injury.

“Her reputation is many times worse.”

In Arnan, it was evaluated below the plinth. Perhaps the only feeling the townspeople had for her was hatred.

“Useless, greedy, selfish princess.”

A complete set of rotting and falling people lower and lower.

“It’s probably just beneficial for someone to spread such rumors about her.”

She perfectly understands what responsibility she bears. But if you look at how she communicates with her servants, no, with everyone except for Si Hoon, it is difficult to disagree with the rumors.

– Siesta! I told you to get out of the wagon! – shouted Iris.

“Worse…”

She behaves normally, but then it comes to the capital and she immediately changes. One way or another, but this side of it causes bad rumors, including discontent in the Kang Woo team.

“How everything is complicated.”

If things continue this way, it will become difficult to make Si Hoon a hero. Given the current situation, it is much easier to portray the rebels as heroes now than Si Hoon.

“We need to think about this,” Kang Woo stood up from the spot.

Only a day remained before the capital.

***

– Wow, is this the capital? – Han Seol exclaimed in surprise.

Kang Woo, who was traveling with her in the cart, also looked around in surprise.

– I knew that this city is developed, but so that…

Small towns like Bellene were no match for the capital. Five-story buildings were located along the road along which the carts were traveling, and the sidewalks laid with white stone looked very neat.

“This is…”

The most prosperous city of RNO. Capital of Arnan. A majestic and modern city.

Kang Woo stared into the faces of the people passing by and ended up clicking his tongue. Nothing has changed, even though this is the capital. As soon as people found out that the princess was going to the city, they began to look with hatred at the carts.

The atmosphere was so tense, that it seemed as if it was better not to look at anyone again. However, thanks to the presence of guards, no one dared to touch the royal cart. So, getting hated looks from all sides, Kang Woo and the others were able to get to the very center of the city to the castle.

– Si Hoon, Are you planning to stay in the capital for a few days? Iris asked cautiously as she stepped out of the carriage.

The guy showed thoughtfulness on his face.

“Plays well.”

After all, Kang Woo knew in advance what the answer would be.

– So far we have no urgent business… is it okay if we stay for a while?

– Ah! Sure! – Hearing the guy’s answer, Iris immediately beamed. “Come in,” she walked into the castle, smiling broadly.

Si Hoon, Kang Woo and the rest of the team followed her.

– Oh, are those who saved the princess from the rebels? – a quiet voice was heard.

An elderly man in a white robe walked slowly towards them. He took Si Hoon’s hand and continued:

– Thank you very much for saving our princess. Wow, hearing that the rebels attacked her, my heart almost stopped… – tears appeared in the eyes of the old man and he sighed with relief.

– We only did what we had to.

– Haha, you really are a hero.

The man shook hands not only with Si Hoon, but with all the other team members, and then even bowed.

– Oh, sorry, I forgot to introduce myself. I’m the chancellor helping the princess, and my name is Fidelio. “He bowed politely to Kang Woo and the team once again.

He turned to the maids and continued:

– These are the heroes who saved the princess. Take them to the guest quarters.

– Good.

– We need to arrange a celebration and introduce you to the rest of the dignitaries, – Fidelio smiled broadly and approached Iris. – Princess, are you hurt?

– Ah, um… – as soon as the chancellor approached her, Iris immediately turned pale and, trembling, lowered her head. – Everything is… okay.

– Oh, do you have any idea how much I endured when I learned that you went to your father’s grave?

– Sorry… – she answered in a thin voice.

It’s not hard to guess who is to blame for the drastic change.

Kang Woo narrowed his eyes and looked at the chancellor. He hoped that they would find out about the reasons for the changes in it as soon as they get to the capital, but he could not have imagined that this would happen so quickly.

“So it’s because of you?” – the corners of Kang Woo’s lips quivered.

The blurry picture began to clear up.

***

After reaching the chambers, everyone left their things. Given that each of them had their own room, we can say that they really lived in the royal mansions.

Kang Woo plopped down on the bed.

– Lilith.

– Yes? – the girl seemed to be waiting for her to be called, and immediately entered the room.

She sat down on the edge of the bed where Kang Woo was sitting, and leaned towards him. Lilith already knew roughly what was going on.

– Sir, what are you going to do?

“I have a plan so far,” Kang Woo replied, still lying on the bed.

– I think I should talk to this chancellor.

– Yes, you’re right.

For a start, it would be better to have a good relationship with someone who runs the country more than a useless princess. Kang Woo didn’t care if he was trying to kill the princess or not.

– Problem…

– Blessing of the High Elf?

– Yes, – the guy nodded.

A blessing that all members of the royal family have received. Kang Woo wasn’t sure if the chancellor had anything to do with this, but it could very well be.

“It’s too early to draw conclusions.”

Kang Woo narrowed his eyes and closed his eyes.

“If that’s the case, we can get closer to Fidelio, then we can easily make a hero out of Si Hoon.”

If he tries to kill the princess again, the plan will be fulfilled. It is enough just to help him get rid of the princess, who is pulling the country to the bottom, and earn the title of savior of the people. Since Iris has a terrible reputation, this could be an even better decision.

“If it’s the other way around…”

Then you need to take Iris’s side and get rid of Fidelio. But then it will be difficult to earn the title of hero.

“How problematic.”

So far, Kang Woo was sure of one thing – Iris’s reputation among the people was now at the very bottom, and it would take too much time and effort to improve it.

“She’s not particularly talented yet.”

Anything in the case of such a bad character, they cannot easily change the attitude of the people towards her. It is necessary not only to improve her reputation, but also to change her character.

– Some kind of hell… – there was darkness before his eyes.

It takes too much effort to change the situation in this direction. And most importantly, she herself must try.

“I’m wondering if the game will be worth the candle?”

Kang Woo, crossing his legs, waved his hand. Lilith lay down next to him and hugged the guy.

– After this is over, should we put the princess in prison, not kill?

– I don’t know. On the contrary, this may reflect badly on us, because the one to whom the High Elf gave his blessing will be in prison.

Then it would be better if she will die at the hands of Fidelio.

– Um… in that case, can I give my opinion?

– Of course.

– I think the best way would be to help the princess.

– Iris?

Lilith nodded.

– It will be tiring, but this way we have a better chance of earning the trust of the High Elf.

– You’re right, – Kang Woo nodded in agreement.

If you really choose, it will be more profitable to side with the princess. For the sake of profit you will have to sweat, but the torment will not be in vain.

“Tiring, but still not impossible.”

Lilith giggled and continued:

– K besides, we will have a chance to pay for past sins.

– Huh?

What is she talking about?

– I think you’d better see this in person… – Lilith did not answer the question and only smiled mysteriously. – If you go to where the princess is now, you will understand everything.

– Mmm… – Kang Woo swallowed and nodded.

“Should I go?”

Plus, he needs to start thinking about how to fix her bad temper. Kang Woo learned from Lilith that the princess was in the bedroom and went straight there. The military guarded the passage leading to the bedroom, but Kang Woo used the Force of Stealth and no one saw him.

As soon as he arrived at the bedroom, through the ajar, he heard sobs.

– Brother… – the girl was crying.

“Brother?” – Kang Woo tilted his head in surprise and used the Power of the Observer.

He looked at what was happening outside the door. Iris sat on the bed sobbing, holding a small frame.

“Who?”

Did she have a brother? Kang Woo hasn’t heard of him in the past few days. The guy walked on and looked at who is shown in the photo. He was a dazzling blond. The face he has already seen.

“Ronald?.” He opened his eyes wide. “Oh, I see…”

Kang Woo shook his head sadly. The puzzle began to take shape.

Prince of Arnan, Ronald von Arnan – this bright hero was killed on Earth. And it’s Satan’s fault.

“We couldn’t stop him…”

Kang Woo thought about Ronald and his soul felt heavier.

“Good there was a guy, “he clenched his fists tighter.

Kang Woo understood that he was most to blame for what had happened, because it was he who could not predict the actions of Satan.

“Ha… so that’s what she was talking about…” – the guy lowered his head heavily.

– In addition, we will have a chance to pay for our sins.

Now he understood what Lilith was talking about.

Pay for sins.

“Yes, I have to do this.”

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Author: 나비계곡

Translation: Artificial_Intelligence

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