The carriage had been prepared in Dupendorf.

 

The white-colored high-end wagon had the durability to cross the harsh cold land, and all the horses driving the wagon were white horse beasts with ice crystals engraved all over their bodies.

 

Dupendorf’s troops were attached as escorts. Outside the wagon, the clatter of the armor could be heard regularly. It was the sound of the ice knights moving. The extreme treatment was still unfamiliar to me.

 

I told Luce, Kaya, Dorothy, and White that I was going to the coronation ceremony.

 

Alice was the only one who wanted to take her to Dupendorf. Since they were my servants, they were no different from Dupendorf’s troops, so I thought I should accompany them.

 

After leaving the academy and passing the land bridge, Dorothy suddenly flew in and landed on top of the carriage.

 

In the end, I brought Dorothy into the carriage and reached the current situation.

 

‘It’s uncomfortable… .’

 

Dorothy and Alice were not on good terms. The air was uncomfortable.

 

After going for a while, the premature snowflakes began to dance.

 

[Master, snow is coming.]

 

“Looks like you’re almost there.”

 

The northern part of the Gerber Empire, where it snows all year round, is really far away. That is, the influence of the Dupendorf territories was evident.

 

Dupendorf is a land of bitter cold, not far from the academy.

 

Already far away, I could see the wall that the Empire had built with rock magic, spending a lot of manpower and resources. The wall, so wide that it could not be seen, was a breakwater to block the cold of Dupendorf.

 

To cross the border, you must reach the only section where no rock walls have been built. It is guarded by the border guards of the Empire and Dupendorf. The security is on the strict side, but since Dupendorf has a friendly relationship with the Empire, it seems that they will easily let you through as long as you comply with a few requirements. It was an entry procedure.

 

Well, friendly relations are only now. It was something I didn’t know what would happen in the future.

 

* * *

 

“Shall we stay here for a day?”

 

“agree. I am cold and sleepy.”

 

The night was deep. As the territory of Dupendorf got closer and closer, the coldness of winter came.

 

Isaac’s party stopped at an accommodation in a nearby village.

 

There wasn’t enough space in the room to accommodate everyone, so Isaac, Alice, and Dorothy took priority over the amenities. The coachman went looking for other accommodations, and the guards made a simple camping and decided to sleep there.

 

and.

 

“… … .”

 

“… … .”

 

Dorothy and Alice share a room.

 

2 person room. dark room. Dorothy and Alice were lying side by side in a double bed.

 

Dorothy was almost on the edge of the bed with her back to Alice. Alice, on the other hand, was lying on her back, staring at the ceiling.

 

“Why did this happen… ?”

 

“Did you want to sleep with Isaac?”

 

“That’s not what you mean. Why do I have to sleep in the same bed with you?”

 

“It’s not even the first time. The three of you slept together. If you really don’t like me, how about sleeping on the floor?”

 

“I can’t give up on bed.”

 

“Ha-am,” Dorothy yawned.

 

I don’t like what I don’t like, but I’m sleepy for now.

 

“Just cut it. Don’t talk to me now.”

 

“Dorothy, you know.”

 

“Don’t talk to me… .”

 

“Did you come after me because you were nervous because you were worried that your baby might be stolen from me?”

 

“… It’s hair money, are you?”

 

“It’s a joke.”

 

Alice smiled mischievously, then asked cautiously.

 

“Actually, did you follow me because you were worried about the baby?”

 

“… … .”

 

Dorothy narrowed her eyes.

 

“You know how to read people’s emotions. Even though I can’t do that, I get the feeling that the baby seems impatient these days.”

 

“… Isaac is in a bad state right now.”

 

Dorothy’s voice fell.

 

“Isaac has a lot of responsibilities? He said he had to subdue evil spirits. That’s why I’m living without knowing how many scratches I have on my heart. A child like that has been very sad lately.”

 

“Are you sad?”

 

“huh. For some reason, I am really saddened by the child who has lived through hard times… . You can’t be bothered.”

 

No matter how upright Isaac was, he couldn’t let him go bloody all by himself.

 

Dorothy wanted to comfort Isaac. I wanted to make the unspeakable sadness go away naturally.

 

Alice looked at the back of Dorothy’s head and smiled kindly.

 

“I see. Dorothy is extraordinary.”

 

“… Seriously, I feel bad when you say that.”

 

Dorothy grumbled and closed her eyes.

 

* * *

 

After staying overnight at the lodging facility, I headed out on an open road to the border guard.

 

It was a certain point on the rock wall lined up to block the cold wind of Dupendorf. There, the flag symbolizing the kingdom was fluttering.

 

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Me, Alice, and Ice and Snow Dragon-Hild changed into the thick clothes we had brought beforehand. Hild didn’t need thick clothes, but he wore them because he wanted to feel like us. Neither did I.

 

There were winter clothes brought from Dupendorf. It was worn by Dorothy. It was a white fur coat.

 

“Hey, Bellon.”

 

“Yes, lord.”

 

The coachman, Bellon, answered my call. It was a middle-aged man. I found out the name by asking when I arrived in town last night.

 

Bellon was dressed like spring clothes.

 

“Isn’t it cold?”

 

“it’s okay. I’m a frost race, so I’m strong against the cold. It’s cold like this.”

 

“I see.”

 

It’s a Surrey race.

 

They have the same human appearance, but did they evolve to become stronger in the cold?

 

“Tell me if it’s cold.”

 

“Thank you very much for your consideration.”

 

Before we knew it, we reached the border guard.

 

The border patrol station had several buildings in place, including a guard post. It’s safe to say that it’s a small town.

 

“Meet Bingje! My name is Martin, captain of the border guards of the 3rd Division of the Imperial Knights.”

 

Perhaps because they had been informed of the reason for the entry of the Dupendorf troops, the border guards lined up and greeted me politely.

 

got off the wagon I also wanted to show sincerity.

 

The head of the border guard stepped forward. Behind me, Dupendorf’s troops, Dorothy, Alice, and Ice and Snow Dragon-Hild held their positions.

 

“Nice to meet you. My name is Isaac.”

 

The border guards all kept their mouths shut, but they were admiring me. It seemed strange that such a young fellow was Wonwang.

 

“I’m passing by, would you mind opening the gate?”

 

When I entered the guard post, I had nothing more to do because I had completed the inspection process.

 

All you have to do now is go through the huge door with the guards on their backs.

 

“All right. Please wait a little bit.”

 

Border guards lined up to the left and right, and cleared the way. See sincerity.

 

It was an unnecessary event, but I really liked the feeling of being treated like this.

 

Wow.

 

Awesome profit.

 

The huge door opened slowly. When the two doors that were facing each other fell, a blizzard leaked in as if they were waiting.

 

At last the door opened completely, and a blizzard rushed in, shaking my hair and the hem of my dress. The wheezing, the sound of the wind blowing in the street rang in my ears.

 

It wasn’t particularly cold. It’s just a cold wind, I just want to.

 

“Nuh, it’s really cold.”

 

Dorothy laughed happily.

 

Alice crossed her arms and crouched in silence.

 

“Then, proceed carefully.”

 

Guard captain Martin moved out of the way and bowed his head.

 

[Master, it is better to enter the carriage again… .]

 

“are you okay. Because my body is sore. I will walk for a while.”

 

That’s how he responded to Knight Commander Morkan’s words from behind. It was frustrating to be alone in the wagon.

 

We passed through a huge door that was wide open. Border guards regrouped in front of the open gates and followed us.

 

That’s how we took our first step into the territory of Dupendorf.

 

“Awesome… !”

 

I heard Dorothy exclaim.

 

Like, pure white land.

 

white sky. White plants reflecting blue hues.

 

I could see the way to go, but the surroundings were full of snow. It was like a snowfield.

 

Blue magic stones were placed at intervals on the open road, and it seemed to work to prevent snow from accumulating.

 

“Nya ha ha! It’s pretty, but it’s cold!”

 

Dorothy shouted excitedly, then giggled, leaving her footprints in the white snow.

 

This place is also called the land of the dead. It is an act of suicide to make up your mind and try to cross. It is because of the unbearable cold for non-Dupendorf citizens.

 

The cause of this is widespread snowstorms. It’s not just a blizzard. gentle and beautiful Because it is made of magic.

 

Either way, Alice and Dorothy would be very cold.

 

Dupendorf was difficult to trade because of this snowstorm, and had no choice but to fall into a closed country. The cold that reigns in this land no one can control until a new master appears.

 

But now, here I was.

 

“Hold on, everyone.”

 

“baby?”

 

As I moved forward, Alice called out to me in a suspicious voice. Border guards also watched me.

 

It is felt. This blizzard is mine. It is magic that can be controlled.

 

It must be because he made a contract with Dupendorf with the sword of Sanghwa and became a new ice emperor.

 

Right arm extended forward. As I tried to use the blizzard, light blue magic flowed around me.

 

recited quietly.

 

“stop.”

 

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My will is transmitted to the blizzard.

 

The blizzard quickly dissipated over the horizon, accompanied by the sound of a typhoon for a moment.

 

eyesight brightened I saw the sun beating down on the white sky. The white land of Dupendorf became even more white.

 

I looked back. I saw people who were very surprised.

 

“Senior Dorothy, how are you now?”

 

“It just got better!”

 

“thank god.”

 

I grinned.

 

“What is this… ?”

 

Captain Martin of the Border Guard, trembling and in awe.

 

Border guards panicked. They seemed to think that I was a person who could lightly sway even natural disasters.

 

I didn’t care about their misunderstandings, so I didn’t have to worry about them.

 

“let’s go.”

 

I led the Dupendorf guards with surprised faces on their way.

 

The destination was the capital of Dupendorf, where the coronation ceremony was held.