Asuka of the Scarlet Sky
Chapter 57

Thunderbolt had her pulse beating hard in happiness.

kufu, fufu. Yuuto-kun, Yuuto-kun

Shes being a lookout in the Trishulia Castle. Even if shes looking over the town from the tower, Thunderbolt laughs as she feel the sound of her heartbeat.

Before he had entered the castle, she had been watching Yuuto entirely ever since he set foot on the capital.

Hes somehow sticking with Asuka today and he apparently came for Imperial Guards work today. But, she had also understood that Asuka would come.

Yuuto-kun, coming all the way to the capital. Just to come and meet me

Thunderbolts cheeks loosened as she cant think of anything else.

Its the happiest time in her life.

Yuuto-kun. I love you

Thunderbolt rise to her feet slowly while whispering sweet words.

Her shift should be ending soon.

She has to dress and meet him by chance as hes a shy man.

Iyaa, the princes was beautiful today as well. After all, I have a feeling that its a Hero thing to be in the meeting

Asuka who finished the Imperial Troops regular meeting walked triumphantly on the hall of Trishulia castle.

Though its said to be a meeting of the imperial troops, its rare that princess Charlotte attended. Seeing the appearance of the princes up close, Asuka snuffled in excitement.

Ill look after the princess! Its not captain Risty but its a duty of a knight. I feel motivated!

Her training is going well recently too. After her fight with Risty in particular, Asuka felt that shes actually growing somewhere.1

As a matter of fact the experience of near death fight to the limit with the captain of the imperial guards had made a huge development for Asuka as a Hero.

I have to live up the name Skarlet Skygiven to me by the princess, I have tohey, whats going on?

The enthusiastic Asuka looked at her side while frowning.

Yuuto is penetrating the silence with a serious look.

Hes been like that since a few days ago. Its a calm face but its strange.

Asuka finally called out to Yuuto whos clearly worried.

What, something happened? Tell it to Asuka-sama

Its unusual for Yuuto to make that face. Asuka listened for Yuutos reply while making a slight joke.

Hearing Asukas question, Yuuto raised his face while sighing. Something on my face?He said and Asuka laughed amazed.

Yuuto scratched his cheek.

No, what to say. I just wonder if its okay for me to be a hero

Asuka opened her eyes wide due to that statement.

Dont everyone have various reasons to become a hero. Even Asuka-samabut I have nothing. Im just wondering if this is okay

Yuuto thought about Ristys past.

Her thoughts and justice is distorted but shes still certainly a hero.

Theres no need to be perfect. However, Yuuto who has nothing looked at his right palm.

Asuka is the same. She was a young girl when the demons burnt her hometown. Her journey was never a bright and filled with glory.

On the other hand, he has nothing. He was just bored in life and died. Even the use of his godly ability is left to Asuka.

However at that time, Asuka opened her mouth and made a sound that echoes in the area.

Asuka laughs while holding her belly in tears.

Pu, Hahaha! W-what the hell? It doesnt suit you at all!

Seeing Asuka laugh, Yuuto pouted. Being glared at, Asuka wiped her tears.

Because, o-of all things, I wonder if its okayHihi! Shit, Im dying!

Asuka desperately tries to fix her breathing. Yuuto sent a frowning gaze.

But, after Asuka finished laughing, she slowly turned to Yuuto.

Yuuto held his breath when he saw the smile of Asuka.

Idiot. Arent you my treasure tool? Dont worry, Ill be using you and be a proper hero. Thats why, dont worry and be a lazy man

Asuka told him to not force himself. Yuuto looked at Asuka surprised, he scratched his cheek as if giving up.

Im being no good

Thats right, no good. Fufufu, be thankful that Im making use of you

Stiking out her chest proudly, Yuuto expressed a smile to Asuka who returned unnaturally.

Giving thanks as he was told, Yuuto pat his chest that felt warm.

He still dont know what he can do until now. But, as long as Im with this girl, Yuuto had vowed once again in his heart.

Oh, isnt that Yuuto-kun and Asuka-san?

When Yuuto placed his hand on his chest, a voice from ahead was heart.

Looking at it, Its Thunderbolt wearing the eyemask waving towards here.

Ah, Its been a while

Fufu. Its fine, you dont have to be shy when visiting me since Im okay anytime

Thunderbolt smiled happily on Yuuto who bowed his head.

Of course, Thunderbolt has sensed that Yuuto had come to the castle. She waited for the regular meeting to be over and timed the walk on the hall.

(You, since when did you become friends with Thunderbolt-san?)

(ahahaha. Thats, things happened)

Asuka speaks to Yuuto secretly but such secret talk wont get through Thunderbolt./ Aceepting the bloodshed, she turned to Asuka.

Asuka-san, I have something to talk about

Eh? M-Me?

Thunderbolts tone changed the atmosphere. Hearing that, Yuuto had a bad feeling.

Recalling what Risty had said, Yuuto tries to speak. But before Yuuto was able to speak a word of restrained, Thunderbolt had said it.

Yuuto-kun and I are going out2

Asuka opened her eyes wide and Yuutos mouth suddenly distorted.

Thunderbolts remark had spread throughout the entire place.

Going out?

Asuka cant understand the meaning of it. What are you talking about?, she inclined her head curiously.

Seeing that pitiful look of Asuka, Thunderbolt continued to speak.

Its also reasonable for you not to believe it. But, thats true. Yuuto and I love each other

Yuuto can no longer assemble himself. What on hell is going go happen he thought. Not knowing why, Yuuto slowly looked up to Asukas face.

Yuuto, what does this mean?

Theres a Hanya3Its a Hanya with a smile attached on its face.

N-No. Even I, what is

He has something in mind. He did such a thing to Thunderbolt. However, how did they become lovers after doing that? Yuuto doesnt get it at all.

Yuutos sweat flowed as Asuka looks at him smiling.

Oh, what, its you guys. Thats quite unusual

Theres a single hero who torn the bloodbath atmosphere drifting.

Yuuto and Asuka, cheers for the meeting. The next would be next month, dont forget it

Yuuto turned his eyes for escape to Risty that finished cleaning up the meeting. Risty seems to know the circumstances.

Seeing the desperate face of Yuuto, Risty turned around and spoke up.

Looking at it, Asuka and Thunderbolts condition arent the usual. Seeing Asuka shoot out blood thirst, Risty clapped her hand.

Oh right, Thunderbolt. You see, it seems that youre misunderstanding that youre going out with Yuuto

Risty declared it with a blank smile and Yuutos eyes opened wide.

Having no way to stop it, Risty continued to talk to Thunderbolt like its a gossip.

Well, I was done by him too. Yuuto seems to have approached you to take advantage of your weakness. Ahahaha, well its fine. Yuuto is friendly so hell be gentle even if youre not lovers

What a thing to say, Yuuto felt chills on his spine. Then Asuka who guessed most of the circumstances, sent a glance to Thunderbolt.

No way

Ahaha, I know that feel. But its still too early to give up. Even if youre not lovers

Saying up to that, Thunderbolt had noticed blood boiling in her body. Her aura is abnormal.

Starting at Thunderbolt whos having a black flicker, Risty slowly turned back to Yuuto.

Did I say something bad?

What do you think?

Looking at Yuuto and Asuka with eager expression, Ristys sweat began to flow.

On the side, Thunderbolt began to tremble.

U-Uhm. Thunderbolt-sa

He tried to call her timidly but Yuutos voice was interrupted by Thunderbolt.

Is Ristys words true?

Hearing Thunderbolts voice, Yuutos body trembled. Asuka and Risty had foreseen danger in between the body of Yuuto and Thunderbolt.

ErrYes, its true

He cant afford to tell a lie. Yuuto confessed honestly. She spoke Is that so?nodding small, Thunderbolt clenched her fist.

Was it a lie?

Eh?

Hearing Thunderbolts trembling voice, Yuuto returned a short reply.

He certainly did something terrible but he doesnt remember lying. To begin with, Yuuto didnt even say Lets go out

Without knowing what Thunderbolt refers to a lie, Yuuto put on a perplexed expression.

Was it a lie to fool me when you said that Im amazing?

Yuuto understood why Thunderbolt was trembling.

Thunderbolt feels sad. Its not from her misunderstanding. Its not about Yuuto not loving her.

Its just that shes sad that those words were a lie.

N-No! That wasnt a lie!

Yuuto shouted instinctively. He has to tell her this, Yuuto spoke out to the wounded girl.

Its true! I really think that Thunderbolt-san is amazing! I didnt speak any lie that time!

Thats right. He didnt lie there.

Yuuto believes in his heart that he didnt lie, Thunderbolt asked about the demon eyes within.

Then, I

Saying up to that, Thunderbolt hesitated. Thats when she noticed the distance from the boy for the first time.

Theres a girl standing beside him. The place of his feelings is obvious.

Yuuto clenched his teeth as Thunderbolt stares at Asuka. But, there are things he must say.

Thunderbolt-san. You are amazing. I really think youre amazing

Hearing Yuutos words, Thunderbolt loosened her fist. Smiling, Thunderbolt saidThen, but Yuuto continued.

Yuuto clearly stated while being stared by Asuka and Risty.

But, I believe that Asuka-sama is the strongest in the world. Above you, above anyone else, I believe that shes the worlds strongest

Saying that, all of them were solidified.

Not just Thunderbolt, Asuka also opened her eyes speechless.

W-w-w-w-w-what are you saying!!

Asuka raised her voice in panic while having her face dyed red. Mixed emotions of embarrassment and joy well up inside Asuka.

Thunderbolt clenched her fist again as Yuuto continues to stare straight at her.

She somehow understood. Who he really looks at.

Different from her, a crimson swordsman whos being spectacular.

Who hes yearning for, is the bearer of the shining scarlet treasure tool.

A genuine hero that fights fair and square.

Still

Yuuto-kun, I love you

Before Yuuto was able to react, Thunderbolt removed the ribbon on her hair.4

She threw it to Asuka.

!?

Its just a cloth without any power. But Asuka knows what the red cloth handed down to her means.

Its something thats also performed in earth.

Betting the pride and dignity, its a battle that determines the superiority of the soul.

Asuka-san, I challenge you to a duel

Certain Hit Thunderbolt had decided to confront Asuka of the Scarlet Skyfor her own cherished feelings.