Back at the castle, Xio, the "Knight Princess," immediately announced the victory to the soldiers and adventurers. After the crowd's cheers died down, she introduced Abner, the "new Hero," to everyone.
Although Abner was technically an unregistered outsider without a "fated identity," after what he had just done, no one would have believed him even if he claimed not to be a "Hero."
The arrival of a new "Hero" and the destruction of the monsters besieging the kingdom were naturally inspiring news. The king immediately ordered a grand banquet to celebrate the victory and honor the "Hero."
But how could Abner afford to waste time on that? He said that he needed to depart at once to rescue a neighboring country, politely declining the king's offer.
Xio also seized the opportunity to volunteer as his guide, saying that she would accompany the "Hero."
Since the situation was indeed urgent, the king did not refuse despite his regret, and even provided them with ample supplies and equipment.
—Though Abner had no use for any of it. After resisting the rules of the Hand of Order, he and this "world" no longer belonged to the same system.
"The new Hero is incredible! What a pity he's leaving already, or I definitely would have bought him a drink."
"It seems Her Highness the Princess is going to follow Lord Hero... I'm so jealous. Too bad I'm only level 8. I'd just be dead weight at Lord Hero's side."
"Only a powerhouse like the Knight Princess is worthy of joining Lord Hero's party, right? I hope the new Hero can destroy Demon King Castle."
Amid the discussions of the many adventurers, Abner and Xio left the royal city and headed toward the neighboring kingdom.
"This is only about as far as Kinster Street is