A Gift for the Great Saint (5)

Commander Curtis is coming back to the royal capital with us?

But before I could even think about it, Commander Cyril quickly objected.

"Wait, Curtis! This is not such a simple matter. If Sutherland becomes established as a source of Holy Stones, this region will only grow more important. If you leave, there'll be no Knight Commander left to protect Sutherland."

"We can promote Vice Commander Cody. (Before I regained the memories of my previous life, his swordsmanship was better than mine.)"

Commander Curtis replied to Commander Cyril in an utterly calm voice.

Commander Cyril's brow twitched. He gazed at the resolute Commander Curtis and continued, as if trying to persuade him.

"...That's not all. Your position is an issue, too. There are no vacancies for a Knight Commander in the royal capital, so it'll be difficult for you to retain your rank."

Despite the implicit threat of a demotion, Commander Curtis replied with a calm expression, entirely unfazed.

"As for that, I intend to step down from my position as Knight Commander for the time being. I was only appointed to the post as a special exception when I was assigned to Sutherland. I'll start over in the capital as an ordinary knight, in the same order as Fia-sama."

Hearing Commander Curtis's words, Commander Cyril narrowed his eyes slightly and regarded him warily...