Chapter 189.2
Camille did not participate in the selection ceremony because he wanted to be a King, but because he wanted to live.
Even if the Demon King became active again, there would still be those who would hold grudges against the humans and those who would not think well of Camille’s existence. But the situation was no longer so desperate that Camille would need to hide out in other countries and run away, as they had done before.
Camille would make a good adventurer in the Khalfaan Empire or anywhere else where there was less prejudice against Dark Elf. Ron would be able to get a job or an assignment for him.
Camille was now free.
“…I never thought I could be a King. I never thought I could lead Demons with the people who killed my mother. But after this battle, after knowing the depth of the Demon’s resentment, I think I understand a little more about the Demons.”
Camille looked up as if looking into the distance as he said this.
“There are reasons to hold a grudge. But some people were not only resentful, they were struggling to stay alive. They were all just desperate. They were just like us. So I’m going back to Demon Nation. I’m going to help my father with his work and try to find a way for Demons and humans to coexist, like I told Ron before.”
“I see.”
That seemed like a thorny path to take, but I had nothing to say to him if that’s what he decided to do.
“Aria…”