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Two hundred years ago—
The Demon Lord,
who once threatened the world's nations, was defeated by a hero and sealed away.
However, just before he was sealed, the Demon Lord left one “curse” on this world.
Suffer, humans, and perish.
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Episode 1
The Human Knight
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Hold your
pace, optio!
You’re moving too far ahead!
Haha, you should speed up, centurion!
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Wipe out the remnants of the demon lord’s army!
Kill them all!
centurion.
centurion.
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uh…hmm…
centurion.
Please wake up.
…Yeah, what is it?
We can
see the city of Kortegodelrej.
We need to
get ready to
disembark.
That
was…just a dream…
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There must be people waiting to greet you at the station,
to celebrate
the triumphant return of a
war hero.
Stop with
the lame jokes. Who says I’m a war hero?
But your
name is famous, even in Kortegodelrej!
Naomi Kazamaura,
a legendary knight.
Despite being
a human, she was promoted to
centurion due to her
outstanding war
record on the
front lines.
Hmph.
That “legend”
ends with this ridiculous letter you brought
with you.
“Ms Naomi Kazamaura, Centurion, the order of Griizavosto, is hereby transferred and posted to the order of Kortegodelrej, as of
21st September.”
What great
news! Going to the Royal Capital is the best promotion you could ask for.
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Of course not.
That may be true for you liaisons, but for us knights, war is
our duty.
What kind of duties would a knight have in the peaceful Royal Capital?
So this is nothing but a demotion.
Oh,
maybe you’re overthinking it.
This personnel change must be a thoughtful decision from the higher-ups.
Humans are
physically weak,
after all. That’s why they tried to keep you away from the harsh battlefield.
…So, humans
are no longer needed on the battlefield.
Well,
that’s probably true.
Now is
the age of us Felismans, and that can’t be denied!
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The military,
commerce, politics…
the furry species control the core of every field.
The age of
humans ended a long time ago.
This
area hasn’t changed much from the old days.
Oh!
isn’t that
a bridal procession?
Look up, on the bridge leading to the temple…
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Hmph.
I don’t like it.
Wow, what a beautiful view.
just keep moving.
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The order of Kortegodelrej Headquarters
You are assigned to guard a government facility.
Guard…
Starting
tomorrow evening…
…Here, head to this address at the time.
You must be
tired from your long journey, so make sure you get plenty of rest tonight.
Your lodging will be…Ah, so you have a family home in Kortegodelrej.
…Yes sir,
I do have.
You’ve come back
to your hometown after a long time, so it’s a good chance to meet your family.
……
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…Thank you, sir.
I will.
I’m home.
Oh!
it’s you, Welcome back!
Naomi.
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…Mother.
I’m so sorry that
you and Guben from Griizavosto didn’t end up getting…
…officially engaged.
…Me too.
I’ll find you
a new potential fiancé.
You’d
better try your best too.
Mother, for the
last time, I don’t feel like getting married anymore, I’m
too old–
Naomi, it’s
not about how you feel.
it’s the sacred
duty of every human to find a worthy mate and to serve their family and mankind.
Your mother is right, Naomi!
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it’s not fair
that you don’t fulfil your duties and just do what you want.
While you
were away from town, your younger sister found a fiancé.
oh, Wow…
and what kind of man is he?
He’s the son
of a baron from the next district.
With a good
family background and high social status, he’s the perfect match.
We’re not
officially engaged yet, but if things continue to
go well…
Stop with that
“I overtook you” look on your face. I’m not jealous of your stupid happiness.
You have
a problem
if you aren’t jealous.
Heeey, I’m back!
Oh, father’s home!
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Oh, look who’s here!
Daddy is sooo glad to have you back, Naomi!
Father.
it’s been a while.
How’s
your work going?
Getting along
with everyone at your job?
wa-ha-ha!
Y-yes, of course…
I’ve gained many subordinates in Griizavosto…
…but…
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…I…I’ve been transferred to
the order of Kortegodelrej…
…So I’ll
be able to visit more often
from now on.
oh, great, great!
Well, I don’t quite get it, but I’m happy for you!
oh, Daddy is so
proud of having two exceptional daughters. wa-ha-ha-ha!
Naomi,
your father says that,
but…
…you’re a
human, so it’s pointless for you to continue as
a knight.
Please marry
into some family soon and make
me feel at ease.
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The address… …this must be the place.
He said I’m assigned to guard, but…
…is this the
“government facility”
he meant?
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You must be Ms Kazamaura, assigned today. We’ve been expecting you.
Well, I must say
I’m very surprised–
I’ve never seen a human knight before.
Oh, human knights aren’t that rare, in fact…
…it’s kind of noisy inside.
Yes, we’re
in the middle of a party, actually.
The Prime Minister’s guests are here in droves, and clerks like me have to deal with them.
Velpuru,
can you help me out a bit?
What?
But I…
Please,
don’t trouble yourself with me. I’ll find
my way.
I beg your forgiveness for leaving you. Please head to the director of security’s office, which you’ll find at…
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So, these are
the Prime Minister’s guests...huh?
politicians gathering for a boisterous banquet.
The upper
classes in the royal capital are hopelessly complacent.
…I heard
it’s been
140 years since the last time.
There’s no decency left these days…
……
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…hm?
Who is that?
…must be A
party guest’s companion.
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What is she doing here…
wh-Who
are you? …oh.
you’re
a new face. How did you get in here?
Huh?
…ah, yes.
A knight order sent me here today.
Hmm…
I see. A human knight, huh?
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Mm-hmm,
mm-hmm. Hehehe. Well, well.
This is quite a situation.
Wh-What do you mean?!
I mean, you’re
here too early.
I’ll have to punish you later for your mess.
Right now,
I have to get myself back to the party.
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eek!!
What did
you do to me, you drunk?!
Aaaaaaa
aaaaaah!!
Ow, ow,
ow, ow!!
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Whoever
you are, You picked the wrong person to mess with.
Want me to hurt you more before I throw you out?
no…
stop…
What’s going on here?!
Are you
one of the guards?
it looks like this lady has had a bit too much to drink.
Take her out the back door for some fresh air.
And keep
an eye on her
until she heads home, do you understand?
a-a human knight?!
ma’am,
Are you okay? Can you stand up?
there’s
no room for carelessness.
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centurion KAzamaura, I’ve heard a lot about you.
I’m Hana-Hakka, the director of security here.
I can’t tell you
how helpful it is that you responded to this sudden transfer, as this security department is very busy right now.
if that’s your order, sir.
I see every department is short-handed.
That said,
we’re only busy for now.
Once this handover is done, things will calm down.
Handover, sir?
From who to who?
Oh, you weren’t told about it.
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Your
assignment
is to be the next director of security.
You are sent here as my successor.
I–
I’m going to be the director?
yes, of The
Security Department
of the Office of the Prime Minister and Cabinet, an important part of the
kingdom.
Consider this appointment as director
the highest honour.
S-Sir, but…
I’m not sure if
I can handle such an important
role.
Don’t worry,
if an old geezer like me could do it.
it’s not a burden a human like you can’t shoulder.
……
Oh, it’s that time already. The Prime Minister’s speech will begin soon.
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it will be held
at that party venue. How about we go there too?
y-Yes, sir…Um, can I
ask what kind of party that is, anyway?
Oh, it’s a
housewarming party for the pm, of course.
housewarming? Did the PM just move in?
You didn’t know that either?
Well, that’s understandable.
You were on the front lines
until just the other day.
Last week, the general election of the Kingdom’s parliament was held. As a result, a new government was formed and a new Prime Minister was appointed.
A new Prime
Minister, huh? so This extravagant party is also a celebration of his own victory.
huh?
ah, yes
it is.
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So, where the hell is he…
huh?!
That human...
I thought I had her out!
Kazamaura, what’s wrong?
how is she still in the building?
hey! You there!
oh,
we meet again–
I told you
to keep an eye on that lady until she heads home!
Eh…? I did as you said, ma’am. I watched over her until she came back.
…What?!
What’s
going on here?
Keep your voices down.
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Ladies and gentlemen, may
I have your attention.
The Prime Minister will now speak.
Director, we have a problem…
thank you all for coming to my new residence today.
Allow me
to introduce myself properly.
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I’m Prime Minister Sandra Betegraas.
A few days ago,
I was invited by His Majesty the King to form a government in his name and become the master of this residence.
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in order to
overcome the national crisis in this stagnant society, my Betegraas administration aims…
…to create
an innovative… government…for the turbulent times…to…
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No, No, No!!
I will not work for this person!
I am also against having her here.
How can
I keep this idiot in my residence?
What did you just say?!
Prime Minister!
You
mustn’t be so unreasonable!
And you, watch your language!
Director!
Let me explain
what she has
done to me!
She suddenly–
b-b-Because
I didn’t know that real human knights actually existed…
huh?
I…thought
hers was just a… costume, so I thought she was my…personal
guest…
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Y-you…you…
…You perverted old hag!!
Shut up,
you violent idiot!!
enough!!
Both of you!
Prime Minister,
please understand
that this is indeed the first time in 140 years that a human has been prime minister.
what is
unprecedented
in this era of
felismans requires special measures
on our part.
it is our duty
in the Security Department to accompany you and provide personal protection.
There is a
limit to what our species alone can do.
She is the only
knight suitable to be the next director. She is a human like you and has experience as a
centurion.
Don’t be silly!
Then I don’t need any personal protection
at all!
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This is a recommendation
from the knight order headquarters!
you can’t just
ignore it!
Speak for yourself,
I won’t accept it!
Good grief…
…Just because the
Prime Minister is human, and because I’m human…
…That’s it?
That’s the only
reason I had to leave Griizavosto?
This is ridiculous. please, send
me back to Griizavosto.
is there
any particular reason you insist on being there?
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Do you miss
the battlefield? The honourable fights on the front lines?
……
…You can be
the director of security and
still go to Griizavosto.
What do you mean?
As I said, personal protection is part of the duties. When the Prime Minister travels, you will accompany her.
in fact,
there are many opportunities to travel between the two cities.
For example,
three months from now,
the Griizavosto summit will be held, where the heads of foreign countries will gather and, of course,
our Prime Minister
will attend.
if I follow
the PM,
I can go to Griizavosto…
it’s not
the same as returning to the battlefield, but…
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…there are a lot
of monsters in that area, and the city itself is not very safe. You might still have some chances
to fight.
What do you think? Doesn’t that convince you?
…Okay, I understand, sir.
I respectfully accept…
…the duties of the Director of Security.
Good,
that’s the spirit!
Now, as your predecessor, I give you your first mission.
Get along with
the Prime Minister.
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Two hundred
years ago, The Demon Lord, who once threatened the world's nations, was defeated by
a hero and
sealed away.
However, just before he was sealed, the Demon Lord left one “curse” on this world.
Bride,
present your dagger
for your vows.
I entrust you
with this dagger as
a token of my love, respect, and trust.
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“From this day forth, all male children born shall take the form of beasts.”
As the Demon King had declared, from that day onwards, no human boys were born into this world…
now Groom, test your bride’s trust with the dagger.
…instead, babies resembling cats began to be born in equal numbers to human girls.
“Suffer, humans, and perish.”
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But despite the Demon lord’s words, mankind did not perish.
because They discovered that human-born beastmen could have children with women.
For the survival
of mankind, women had no choice but to intermarry with
beastmen.
A bond transcending species is now formed. May the spirits of the earth bless this new couple.
As time passed and human men became extinct, the “curse” remained
unchanged…
…and through the generations, the memory of men faded from people’s minds.
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Thus, the concept of gender,
“man” and “woman,” has disappeared, and mankind is now divided into
two distinct species–
“felisman” and ”human”.
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And what
is about to unfold is…
…a tale of two humans
struggling in a society ruled by felismans.
What a nonsense!
a recommendation?
can’t just ignore it?
Who do they
think I am?
There’s no way
I’ll keep such an insolent human by my side. I’m going to fire her one day.
I’ll prove
myself to the higher-ups.
The Griizavosto Summit will be the first step.
one day, I’ll
really go back to Griizavosto. I’m going to quit this stupid place.
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I am not going to be with her…
…forever!!
TO BE CONTINUED...