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Wh-What?!

Sera! Be my bride!

A dream? Of the barbarian? But why?

What is that sound?

Wh-Wh-What are you doing in here?

What are you asking? Why wouldn't I be sleeping in my bedroom?

Why am I in your bedroom?! And why are you nude?!

You're making a real fuss for how early it is.

It's good to see you're so full of energy, after last night.

What happened last night...?

I don't remember anything, and I'm not sure I want to!

Did you not just say you wouldn't force yourself on me?

Come now, let's not quibble over details.

Do not treat a lady's chastity as some trifle, you animal!

Wait, hold on.

It's bad enough I've been taken captive by barbarians...

if I were to bear his child,

I'd be giving rise to another enemy to my homeland!

Kill me! Now!

What sense does that make?

If you wanted to kill me, I'd understand, but why seek to die?

You would never understand.

The shame of being defeated and taken captive in battle...

Compounded by the shame of attacking a nude, unarmed opponent, in a rage...

All these things disgrace a knight's honor!

So, before I become any greater of an embarrassment,

I would rather you put me out of my misery!

Well, that certainly sounds unpleasant.

U-Unpleasant?!

How else would you describe your belief

that shame and embarrassment are enough to make one yearn for death?

You make light of shame and embarrassment?!

These things may be of no concern for you barbarians,

but for a noble lady—

Master Veor.

Your clothes have dried.

You woke up with no trouble. You're lucky.

What?

After Master Veor returned yesterday...

you had a mild overdose of the sleeping drugs used to transport you here,

so you suddenly started vomiting, before collapsing.

You had me quite worried.

I collapsed? Then...

That's what you meant about... last night.

I should apologize. It was administered in the same dosage that my people use.

It's a type of paralytic poison,

so you were brought to my room so you could rest.

Paralytic poison?!

It slows the flow of blood, which makes it good

for helping wounds close, as well.

Then... nothing was done to me?

Other than a misapplication of medicine, no.

I can't have you dying so soon after I've decided to wed you!

Don't be so confusing!

Hand me a sword! I need to beat some sense into you!

Looks like I don't need to worry about you.

And the breakfast preparations won't go to waste, either.

Breakfast...?

Yes. You haven't eaten anything in the day since you left the battlefield.

I'd imagine you're hungry.

I'll be waiting in the other room, so come along once you've calmed down.

Hey—Wait!

I can't believe that a knight such as myself

has been given shelter by barbarians...

Grandfather.

I taught you, my daughter, my swordplay since you asked to learn,

and you've proven to be a bit too talented...

Maybe if you were a man...

or could give up on being a knight... you might've known some happiness.

Serafina. You've rejected another marriage proposal.

Wanting to be a knight, as a woman...

how long are you going to indulge this selfishness?

You've more than established yourself as a leader of knights at this point.

You need to get married while there are still viable prospects.

A sword has never changed policy.

Brother...

I sensed a profound sincerity from your blade.

It was enough that I fell for you in that moment.

I've paid so little mind to my femininity, the last thing I need

is to suddenly be desired for it!

No... no, that isn't the last thing I need.

Considering he's a barbarian, and I'm a prisoner of war...

That is the entirety of the situation!

And the breakfast for a prisoner of war is likely to be the bare minimum.

They say the best way to whittle one's self-respect is through their diet.

But as a knight, I've dealt with military rations,

so I doubt they can do much worse.

I will display the pride of the Lavillant clan that was

chosen to be part of the Eastern Expedition!

There you are, Sera.

Come, have a seat.

There's meat!

Where did this fatty meat come from? Even at home, something like this...

No, given the state of my homeland, I never came across such a feast!

I'm not sure what a good portion would be for a female warrior from the west,

but I'm sure a quarter should suffice.

This is a quarter?! It's bigger than my torso!

What is this? Why would they possibly be treating me like this?!

What's the matter? Not hungry?

I see. Your scheme is obvious, now.

Foisting such luxury on me to winnow away at my knight's pride,

so that you might tame me, is that it?

No matter! I would rather starve to death than be indulged by barbarians!

Did my stomach really need to rumble at that exact moment?!

K-Kill me!

Are you fond of saying that?

If your stomach still yearns for food, it means your body wishes to go on living.

To not eat, in spite of that, is nothing more than self-deception.

To say nothing of the disrespect for the life that was lost

so this food could be brought to you.

Taking a life should be a serious matter, not done out of sport.

Surely, the west isn't so different in what they believe.

All that aside, stop second-guessing everything and eat.

It's good!

That smile...

What is it, odd eyes?

I should inform you...

Though Master Veor didn't mention it, given he took the fact for granted,

this meat was hunted specifically to welcome you.

A welcome?

On a hunt he went on, by himself,

so that you would have something fine to eat upon waking.

Master Veor is as capable as he is famous...

He would be the equivalent of one of your western royalty.

I mean, if he's the son of some great chief... that would make him a prince.

Someone like that went to a lot of effort to show you this hospitality.

Would turning away from it not be bad manners for a noble?

Fine. It would bring shame to my name as a knight to reject such efforts.

But if this is some paltry... so tender...

So good!

It's so tender, but so juicy!

There's a bit of gaminess,

but the flavor is good enough, it comes across as a slight accent!

I doubt even Illdoren royalty get to eat something like this!

Glorious... too glorious!

Well? Good, isn't it?

Well, I can hardly complain after being served something like this.

And while I don't intend on marrying you,

this is enough for me to overlook the matter of my drugging.

That's good, then.

I have to ask, as good as it tastes, what manner of meat is this?

Care to see?

It was bled and the organs were removed up in the mountains,

but the rest is being cleaned out back.

If you're curious, you can look from that window.

I want to know!

If we could domesticate this animal in my homeland, then maybe...

There's no shortage of them in these parts.

It's called a dragon.

A-A dragon?!

Th-This is dragon meat?!

Yes.

As in... the legendary...

flying monster?!

That's apparently how they're viewed in the west.

They're supposed to breathe fire and have toxic flesh!

Those do exist, but this is a different breed.

That aside, Sera, I notice you're... not slowing down.

Well, if it tastes good, it tastes good.

I don't think she intends on dying any time soon.

I'm allowed to go outside?

Yes. There's something around the mountain I'd like to show you.

What? You look like the dragon that swallowed a wasp's nest.

Obviously I can't just trust you about something like that.

It's a matter of trust?

Of course it is! I've only been your prisoner for two days!

Not that the length of time matters, but...

Besides, it doesn't make sense,

waltzing around lands filled with such bizarre creatures!

You speak of sense, but surely common sense varies depending on location.

I'd say different creatures and cultures are a big part of that.

Or is it simply that you're afraid?

I can't deny that you've baited me into this...

But don't get the wrong idea.

This doesn't mean I trust you people.

Obviously. Still, I get the feeling you'll take a liking to your surroundings,

once you've seen them.

And what are you basing that on?

There's no basis. It's just a gut feeling, that's all.

Something wrong?

No... it's just... more bountiful, and richer in nature than I had imagined.

The battlefields we fought on were wastelands,

but the life in these lands has always been strong.

I just hope you don't faint from it all.

D-Don't mock me!

Damned barbarian. The dragon and this scenery were basically sneak attacks.

I don't know what he intends on showing me,

but if I can brace for it, I won't be surprised.

So many animals...

Dragons are just another one of the inhabitants of these parts.

They're a pain to hunt,

but if you leave their lairs alone, they don't bother humans.

You make it sound so simple to get used to!

It will be, once you live here.

You certainly seemed to enjoy the one you ate this morning.

M-My meat wasn't flying...

It's no different than poultry, then.

What is that sound?

Is that... a waterfall?! I've never seen one before!

What do you think, Sera? Not a sight you'd see in the west.

Are you mocking me? My homeland has its own...

No. It doesn't.

I wasn't trying to brag, mind you.

But I did want you to see it.

Now, then, there's one other thing that brings us here.

There is?

Yes.

First of all... strip.

Wh-Why would I?!

You ask why?

There's only one thing a man and woman would do in the water,

without their clothes.

D-Don't tell me...

Bathe.

Do you have to say everything in such a misleading way?!

Even if I'm getting used to it!

Besides, why would you have mixed bathing?! It's indecent!

You can call it indecent, but that's simply how it's done around here.

Don't they say "When in foreign lands, do as the foreigners do"?

I'm not going to engage with your barbarian practices!

My, you're a fierce one.

You're beginning to smell a bit.

We don't have bathhouses in our culture.

Wiping you down like last night can only do so much.

It won't be long before you start to stink...

I can't believe you, either.

Taking your clothes off with no hesitation, in front of a man...

On some level, it's just a matter of being used to it.

Master Veor even went to a different stream

because of the fuss you were making.

So, I'm here to accompany you.

More like watch me, so I can't run.

No, I'd say it has more to do with keeping you safe.

My safety?

There are other things out here, like the sawaiwao.

See?

Don't you "see?" me!

Well, they're all pretty docile if they can be found here.

You make it sound like we're surrounded by monsters or something.

Because we are.

How can I bathe while surrounded by monsters?!

I'm going back!

But that's...

Well, I guess it'll be fine.

I ran off without thinking...

But it was careless to leave my shoes and clothes in the other direction.

I'm not happy about it, but I suppose I'll head back and get dressed.

Is someone there?

Oh, no! Someone else is out here!

Kill me!

What'll happen if I run into a real savage,

unlike the strangely rational Veor?!

S-Stay back!

What are you doing here?

S-So handsome!

A young barbarian warrior? And one that's so beautiful!

I'm hard-pressed to think of many men in the west who look so...

Y-You! Stop staring!

From the state of you...

I'd guess some beasts appeared while you were bathing in the falls.

My mother was a warrior from the west, too.

I've heard stories like that.

She would tell me, when I was young,

about how there was less nature and fewer animals where she came from.

From his age, that'd have to have been in the 16th Expedition...

A lady knight from 20 years ago is his mother?

Damn, I'm actually getting cold.

Wh-What are you doing?

Honestly, a woman shouldn't risk catching a chill.

Let's head back to where your clothes are.

You can use my coat in the meantime.

What a gentleman!

What is a man who could be a western knight doing among these barbarians?!

Or is it just Veor, whose first words to me were about marriage,

that is abnormal?

Are you all right?

Do you have a fever?

- Too close! His face is too close!

- You're turning red, too.

Not good! I don't have enough experience with men to know what to do!

This isn't good.

You might have trouble making it down the mountain.

So be it. I'll have to touch you, so forgive me.

Wha...?

You're as light as a feather.

What am I supposed to do here?

Even I'm shocked at how little resistance I can muster...

Okay, let's go.

Oh, I finally found you.

Sorry to ruin what seems like a nice moment,

but how did this even happen,

Master Veor?

Ve...

What, you didn't realize?

I suppose I didn't get to tidy myself up before proposing, but...

All it took was a shave for you to blush like a maiden.

You're an innocent one, aren't you?

I am a maiden, you barbarian!

To slap with such force from an unstable position.

I knew I liked you for a reason.

You're bright red. Are you going to be all right?

If I had a sword, it would've been grounds for a duel!

Besides, this is your fault for taking me into that den of monsters.

You didn't need to worry about that.

Huh?

Master Veor patrols the areas where dangerous creatures might appear.

You didn't seem to want any company while in the nude.

I had intended on protecting you by your side, at first, but...

Compared to the yoitobari we had for breakfast,

the inhabitants of the river are all peaceful.

W-Was that dragon that dangerous?

I wouldn't say so.

They have a wild temper, but are generally pretty cowardly.

Only you would say that, Master Veor.

Even if they are herbivores, a dragon of that size is a danger for most people.

I can't argue with that, but...

I got to see another side of the woman I love today.

It was a small price to pay, frankly.

I will forgive you, this one time!

On account of how nice the scenery was.

But it won't happen again!

That's fine by me!

It's a relief to know how gracious my wife is, as well.

Wi—?!

You don't get to decide that I'm your wife!

Really? Still?

Don't give me that look full of pity!

Unbelievable...

What an absolute mess. Although...

I suppose he's easier on the eyes without that beard.

Only slightly, though!

But...

Why?

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- Lee Francis Andy Ellis Zachary Carlysle Salem Alabanza Sho Stifler