I Was a Loner, but My Class Got Summoned to Another World…-Chapter 240: Future Conflicts

Still unable to comprehend how the shy Marie had managed to approach him in such a bold and invisible manner, Logan returned to his room, ready to rest. Fortunately, Lisa and Alma had informed him earlier that they would be speaking with Princess Jenin tonight, leaving Logan alone to catch up on the much-needed sleep he had been yearning for.

It surprised him to realize that the second person he would find himself drawn to was none other than Marie—the quietest and most reserved of all the girls.

Logan sighed, recalling the unexpected encounter as he lay in bed, letting his thoughts drift into the calm of the night.

The next morning, he found himself alone—the feeling was strange. Stretching himself out, Logan hurried to get ready for the day ahead.

After changing and settling himself, he headed downstairs and spotted the group of wyvern knights. They appeared hesitant to leave, engrossed in conversation among themselves. Logan's footsteps on the stairs were loud enough to grab their attention, cutting through whatever heated discussion they were having.

"Forgive me, Hero. We were just about to leave. It's just... we were thinking about requesting more crystals before we head out, and if possible, the mana water we've heard about. We felt its effects while bathing, but it seemed so diluted that we wanted to ask," Sergie said on behalf of the princes, who seemed to have nudged him into making the request.

"You know what? Sure. Speak to Marie—she keeps track of our crystal supply. Take what you need, and even a bit extra for others who might require it," Logan replied. "As for the mana water, that would have to be brought from our mine, so I can't provide it without revealing its location."

To soften the request, Logan handed them his rings, thinking it was a worthwhile trade. He knew he could always have more crafted, and with the promising deal regarding the mines, what he spent on those rings would be a mere fraction compared to the gains in the long run.

Jenin accepted the rings graciously, while the others bowed respectfully toward Logan.

"I'm sorry I didn't take the time to get to know you all better, but we'll meet again on the battlefield soon. One more thing—before you leave, make sure to get some armor checked or buy new set from Ruben the hero of blacksmithing," Logan said, shaking hands with most of them before heading off to eat breakfast.

He knew he could have lingered longer to strengthen his bond with them, but time was slipping away. He needed to return to the border and secure permission to cross.

Within an hour, Silvia and Logan were back on track, returning to the fortress where they had previously set up the teleportation array. It was positioned in an open field near the fort, guarded by two tents for protection—a precaution Logan appreciated. It reassured him that the free meal and beer he had provided earlier were worthwhile investments.

The soldiers greeted them with a stance unique to their country as one of them hurried off to inform the commander of their arrival.

Silvia, unconcerned with formalities, pulled out a communication device and began contacting someone from the Kingdom of Eta. It was a duke from a nearby city, whose number Leonard had managed to obtain for her.

Logan, meanwhile, waited patiently for either of the two—Silvia or the commander—while sitting on a chair he retrieved from his storage. He absentmindedly petted Zephyr, who basked contentedly in the warmth of the morning sun.

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Nearby, Silvia worked on her call, using silencing magic to block out any noise that might interfere.

Soon, Logan noticed a few soldiers approaching, their formal attire suggesting that they would no doubt be escorting the general to meet him.

The chubby man, who reminded Logan of a merchant, walked slowly in the center of the group of four—possibly due to his age. Seeing this, Logan got up and decided to meet them halfway.

"Hero of Taming, it's a great day to have you here. We were just about to go on patrol, so it's good we could meet before that," the stout man said as he approached Logan. This time, however, his demeanor was far less welcoming.

"Before you leave, I need to ask something of you, Hero. You should know that our history with Eta is not a good one. If possible, I'd ask that you refrain from saying much about this place or our soldiers to anyone. We might have a truce in the war against the demons now, but once it ends, there's a chance we'll be at odds again. If you are truly a friend of our country, I'll ask you not to reveal our secrets," the general added, his previously kind tone replaced by a stern and imposing voice.

Logan narrowed his eyes, displeased by the shift in attitude. The general hadn't outright lied, but his behavior felt disingenuous enough to irk Logan. Nevertheless, he nodded silently, keeping his thoughts to himself.

"Sure, no problem. I consider your King a friend, so I won't," Logan replied, accepting the general's words. With that, the general departed, followed by his bowing soldiers.

Logan lingered, his thoughts preoccupied. The fact that the two countries had fought in the past left a bitter feeling in his chest. While he didn't fully understand their motives, the ongoing war with the demons already seemed to create enough problems. How many more conflicts would arise once the war ended?

A troubling thought crossed his mind—would his own kingdom and that of Elris maintain good relations as neighbors, or would they end up like the Kingdom of Eta and the Kingdom of Veridith, locked in distrust and conflict?

"No, it won't come to that… I hope," Logan murmured, shaking his head in an effort to dispel the uneasy idea. Yet, his thoughts drifted to the kingdom's support for the so-called three stooges. Their animosity toward him was bound to complicate matters in the future, making peace feel like a distant dream.