I Became a Genius Swordsman in the Pretty Girl Game

“We’ve arrived, Your Majesty…”

Ga-eul, guided by her ministers, finally came face to face with the giant.

“…!”

Ga-eul slowly tilted her head back, taking in the giant’s size. She had expected something on the scale of the Fire Dragon she had encountered before, but this was beyond her imagination.

…No, the word “size” didn’t even begin to describe it.

It was a mountain.

A mountain sitting cross-legged with its eyes closed.

Its body was wrapped tightly in thin ropes, nailed to the ground, but it seemed that if it wanted to, it could easily break free of these restraints in an instant.

‘No wonder it consumes half the kingdom’s food supply…’

With each breath, the ropes tightened and loosened, accompanied by a deafening rumble that felt like an earthquake.

Snore… Whoosh…

It was the snoring of the sleeping giant.

“……Your Majesty, we shall leave you to your private conversation with the giant…”

The ministers, who had been advocating for the giant’s demise, now looked fearful and quickly retreated without even waiting for permission.

“Hey!!! Where do you think you’re going—!!!”

Ga-eul turned in astonishment, but the ministers had already scurried away.

In the end, she was left alone to face the giant.

Fortunately, the giant was asleep, giving her some time to gather her thoughts.

‘……Can I even kill it?’

Ga-eul looked up at the giant, her expression incredulous.

‘How do I kill it? Stabbing it with a sword would be like poking it with a toothpick…’

Poison?

Perhaps she could feed it poisoned food and deliver a fatal blow. But what about the food supply? They had already consumed half of it, hadn’t they?

‘Or… could I drown it?’

That seemed impractical as well. The giant might be a good swimmer, and who would be able to drown it?

‘Hey, if you wanted me to kill it, you should’ve at least come up with a plan to do so!!!’

Ga-eul grumbled inwardly at the irresponsible ministers who had fled.

If this giant was indeed one of the monsters sealed by Rina, killing it here would be the ideal choice. That way, the mission would be completed promptly.

‘No, wait a moment.’

Suddenly, a voice flashed through her mind.

─ I won’t say more, but just remember that I chose you two for a reason.

“That’s right. My junior said he had a reason for choosing me.”

Given his uncanny ability to make astute predictions, it was highly likely that he knew she would become a king.

“So, does my junior want me, as a king, to kill this giant?”

Ga-eul slowly shook her head.

“No, it’s not that.”

Ga-eul thought of Jin Yuha, not in terms of tolerance or benevolence, but from his perspective. She tried to deduce his intentions based on her knowledge of his personality—his love and admiration for her.

‘Of course, killing the giant might be the right choice eventually. But it’s not the right time yet.’

Yes. If she could kill it now, and if she had the ability to do so, there would be no need for Jin Yuha to accompany her, let alone bring Ichika along.

“First, I need to find Yuha and Ichika.”

As she came to this conclusion and turned to leave, a slow, rumbling voice reached her.

“……Your Majesty.”

The giant slowly opened its eyes.

“Huh?!”

“I’m… hungry…”

The giant spoke in a slow, lethargic voice.

“Yes, the last meal was insufficient…”

“But I cannot provide more food! Half of our kingdom’s food supply has already been consumed to feed you!!!”

Ga-eul had to raise her voice to be heard, and her throat felt sore from the strain.

“Then… can you untie these ropes?”

Ga-eul’s expression hardened as she asked the question.

‘If I untie these ropes, won’t it eat the kingdom’s people…?’

“I forbid it!!!”

“Then, I have no choice but to starve to death…”

The giant sounded somewhat dejected.

Ga-eul, engaged in this unusual conversation with the giant, felt something was amiss.

‘Hmm?’

As she had mentioned earlier, the ropes seemed to be at their limit. If the giant truly exerted its strength, it could easily break free of these restraints.

‘Why is it so docile? Why isn’t it trying to break free, and why is it talking about starving to death?’

Ga-eul felt the need to verify something.

“W-What if… what if I don’t untie these ropes? What will you do then?”

Ga-eul tried her best to channel her inner “slit-eyed mastermind,” but she couldn’t help stuttering. This was a blatant provocation.

“Then, I have no choice but to starve to death.”

“Why…?”

Ga-eul’s “act” slipped for a moment, and she asked in a confused tone.

The giant revealed its white, massive teeth and grinned.

“How could I… refuse a friend’s request… If that is your decision, then I shall accept it.”

Ga-eul’s pupils quivered at the giant’s response.

‘Friend? This giant and I are friends…?’

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Ga-eul, flustered, asked the giant to explain the situation, and he willingly shared his past.

“……Hahaha, Your Majesty, your memory is quite poor for someone who isn’t a long-lived species,” the giant said with a chuckle.

“I’m sorry…! I forgot due to the demands of ruling!”

“It’s fine. We giants can easily overlook a friend’s faults.”

The giant smiled benevolently.

‘W-What is this…!’

Ga-eul mechanically nodded, but she was bewildered.

‘How can I be his friend, having fought alongside him in battle?!’

Apparently, this had happened before Ga-eul entered the story.

In summary, the king had been exiled due to a power struggle and had wandered until she met the giant. Their chance encounter blossomed into a friendship, and they had fought together on the battlefield.

‘How is that even possible?’

Ga-eul couldn’t fathom how the king could have fought alongside the giant. At best, the king must have been riding on the giant’s shoulders.

Anyway.

‘So, this time, the giant drifted and ended up in my kingdom by chance?’

Now, Ga-eul understood why the previous king had protected the giant despite the opposition of his ministers. The giant had been tied up due to their pressure, but he had willingly accepted it as a friend’s request.

‘In that case, it wouldn’t make sense for me to kill the giant!’

Moreover, the giant showed infinite trust in her, someone who had shown him kindness. He was even willing to starve to death rather than break free of the ropes.

‘……No.’

Ga-eul shook her head. Even though she was currently wearing the mask of a ruthless king, she wasn’t the type to be cruel to someone who showed her such goodwill.

Even if it was directed at the previous king.

‘I need to find a way to help him.’

Ga-eul pondered for a moment before calling out to the giant.

“Giant! How long can you hold out?”

“Hmm… I think I can last about a week…”

Rumble…

The giant’s stomach rumbled loudly as he finished speaking.

A week.

‘I need to find enough food to feed him within a week… Where can I get such a large quantity of food…?’

Just then—

“Hmm… Thinking about our past together makes me crave horsemeat…”

Drool dripped from the giant’s mouth as he reminisced about the taste.

‘……Horsemeat?’

Ga-eul’s eyes widened.

‘Aren’t horses used a lot in war?’

And didn’t the ministers mention that the neighboring kingdom of Lightel was eyeing their kingdom?

‘……What if I get horsemeat from Lightel Kingdom and feed it to the giant?’

“Giant!!!”

Ga-eul, with a brightened expression, called out to the giant.

“Hmm? What is it, friend?”

“I can get you all the horsemeat you want to eat!!!”

The giant’s eyes widened in disbelief.

“R-Really…? Are you sure…?”

“Yes, trust me! We’re going to war together!!!”

Ga-eul smiled brightly, full of confidence.

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“Your Majesty, what are you saying?! War with Lightel Kingdom?! We don’t stand a chance against such a powerful nation!!!”

After meeting with the giant, Ga-eul returned to her throne, assuming the weighty role of a king once more.

“This decision is final.”

“B-But! Lightel Kingdom is a major power! We have no chance of victory!!!”

The ministers were shocked by the unexpected declaration.

“Hah! Victory? I’ll give you the advantage!”

Ga-eul chuckled and said, “Yes, the advantage. I’ll provide it myself. Allow me to introduce you!”

Rumble…

“Hiiiikk!!!”

A sudden earthquake caused the ministers to lose their balance and fall.

Flap…

Ga-eul stood up, her cape fluttering, and pointed out the window.

“Behold, I present to you my advantage, my friend, and my comrade-in-arms!”

Then, the giant, peering through the window, burst into a hearty laugh.

“Khaaaaahahahaha!!! Friend! Your mischievous side hasn’t changed since the old days!”