Chapter 441: Chapter 202

Riftan already had too much on his shoulders. Did he need to bear the weight of the holy sword as well? Maxi's selfish wish was for him to remain her husband, not a hero burdened with the fate of the Roviden Continent.

"I-I'm sure Riftan is thinking the same about… returning the sword," she said.

"Sir Riftan is a thoroughly pragmatic person. He would not take such a risk for some unproven legend," Ruth replied.

Maxi furrowed her brow at his vague answer. "So you have heard nothing from him?"

"Has he ever been one to explain his decisions?" Ruth said cynically. "Like your ladyship, I haven't seen Sir Riftan in a while. From what I gather, he has been busy meeting with prominent nobles of the kingdoms."

"E-Even so… he could have discussed it with us… before or even after deciding. I don't see how that is so difficult."