Episode 176
Two weeks had already passed since the Emperor and Crown Prince left for Leverdine, but Altein was still in turmoil.
It was for two reasons.
“It’s him. “The genius wizard who reached class 8 at the age of 17.”
“There are two 8 classes, so is the era of the Flame King over?”
“… … Soon, the top members of the Magic Tower will
“I heard they are gathering in one place to nominate a new tower owner?”
“A new world will open up.”
They said that the new next ‘top owner’ was currently in Altain, and a cloud of people gathered to see me.
and.
“The one next to her is your little sister, right?”
“that’s right. “He reached the finals of the Sword Grand Prix as a 13-year-old.”
“Oh my god, I’m at an age where I like dresses more than armor… … . How could such a small lady compete in such a big competition?
hey.”
“… … Eh, old’?”
“I am not a lady, but a knight.”
“Home home. sorry. “Excuse me.”
In the Sword Grand Prix, which is quickly reaching its conclusion, the female knight of the rose is writing a new history.
It’s because of 13-year-old Miss Ruina Ardel.
“Ardel, it was definitely a family I had never heard of. “You both received the blessing of the Sword Demon.”
“Didn’t you see it in the extra game against the crown prince? I also have an 8-star knight and an 8-star martial artist. “It’s a force that can never be treated carelessly.”
“Even in that weak, small country, there was a famous family like that hidden there.”
People around the world looked at my brother and sister and evaluated them as the ‘blessings of the Sword Demon’ and that they would lead the next generation.
It was definitely meaningful, but it was also awkward at the same time.
Top owner… … .
“I heard the Wizard’s Tower was originally a place like that? The devil with the highest wisdom
The Buddhist monk stands at the top. “So, are you really going to become the owner of the tower?”
“••••••well.”
In response to Ruina’s question, I scratched the back of my head sheepishly.
“I’ve never thought about it.”
Of course, this is a lie.
Last spring.
An artifact that existed in the hallway on the 41st floor of the Academy.
I clearly remember ‘the world I longed for’ seen through the eyes of the demon, Malerok.
A huge chair was placed all over my simple but beautiful hometown, Ardel.
This was clearly the ‘Seat of Theron’, meaning the king of wizards.
To become a wizard representing the tower.
This is a wish that everyone who learns magic dreams of at least once.
Same goes for me.
I dreamed of becoming a wizard, and had the same dream as everyone else.
So saying that I haven’t thought about it is a blatant lie.
It’s true that I didn’t know that that dream would come to me so quickly.
The interesting thing here is.
The world I saw for the first time through ‘Malerok’s eyes.’
I mean, the whole scene where I won the grand festival and graduated at the top of my class was exactly right.
“My brother is the owner of the tower. “When will it happen?”
“… … “Well, it won’t be that easy.”
The Wizard’s Tower is not a power institution of the ‘Lynak Empire’, so the Crown Prince’s sabotage is useless.
However, it would not be easy for many things to be changed carelessly in a situation where the tip of the crown prince’s sword is aimed at my neck.
This is because the Wizard’s Tower, which must remain neutral, could easily ‘deteriorate’ its relationship with the empire.
When I explained this briefly, Ruina said as if she didn’t understand.
I paddled the dog.
“Ugh, it’s complicated… … . “I hope some news comes out soon.”
“So I came.”
“••••••huh?”
When I turned around, I saw a man with a friendly face looking at me.
Ruina asked, looking at the man warily.
“… … Who are you? Does your brother know someone?”
Nod.
I smiled broadly and gave the man my hand.
stretched out
“long time no see. Mr. ‘Stray Cat’.”
Mr. stray cat.
His real name is ‘Taylor Hefilberg’.
A senior at the academy who was called a traitor and turned his back on the kingdom, choosing to become a naturalized citizen of the empire.
Well, this is just an unimportant ‘past’.
The really important present is the key wizard of ‘Wizard’s Tower’, ‘Mr. Stray Cat’.
“Roughly, one year?”
“After last year’s festival, I went to Leverdine.
That was the last time I saw you, so I guess that’s about it. I won’t ask how you are doing. “I know it in great detail.”
“Are you looking for me?”
“yes. It wasn’t difficult to find either. All I had to do was find the group that was receiving the most attention in Altain.”
“Oh my, I was so happy to see you that I missed the formal greeting.”
Mr. Stray Cat took off the fedora he was lightly wearing on his head and said to me,
I greeted him politely.
“Meet the candidate. “I am a ‘stray cat’ who is in charge of various miscellaneous tasks at the Magic Tower.”
“… … Candidate?”
“This is a temporary name given as the verification of suitability for the new ‘tower owner’ has not been completed. Please understand even if it is inconvenient.”
“No, it’s not uncomfortable… …
fast.
Much faster than I expected.
The Magic Tower is still in the hands of the ‘Flame King’
I also thought that there would be interference from the crown prince.
Still, the Wizard’s Tower moved so quickly.
… … Does this mean that King Yeom’s authority is not what it used to be?
Of course, Mr. Stray Cat did not give a detailed explanation.
This is because he is a top wizard who is completely ‘unrelated’ to political conflict issues.
“The purpose of my visit to you is to inquire about your intentions and schedule.”
Mr. Stray Cat handed me a piece of parchment.
“Recently, we asked magic tower ‘top committee members’ from each country for their opinions on verification of new tower owner candidates. As a result, 6 out of 10 people agreed, 1 person opposed, and 3 abstained.”
It seemed like what I guessed was correct.
Although they are the highest committee members with an obligation to remain neutral, they were naturally King Theron’s ‘line’.
6 out of 10 people agreed.
“I can’t tell you who voted against and who abstained, but I think I can tell you who welcomed it most enthusiastically. “This is Tyrion Ignit, the highest council member of the Radian Kingdom.”
Of course, I thought it was the dean.
I asked.
“What will be confirmed at that verification?”
“The truth about the 8th class magic that was only rumored. And, it is an assessment of the highest wisdom.”
“What if I pass that evaluation?”
“You will become the new tower owner who leads us. If you wish, a new magic tower will be built in your hometown, Ardel. “All the power and authority currently enjoyed by the top owner will be transferred to the candidate.”
“Is it okay if we proceed like this?”
In response to Mr. Stray Cat’s question, I looked around.
Lord Bolvar muttered, ‘You’re the owner of the tower,’ and smiled like his father.
Mr. Narmer smiled brightly as if telling me to answer quickly.
Ruina still looked at me with a puzzled look on her face.
Irene, the wizard, said with a faint smile as if she sympathized with my embarrassment.
“Please answer quickly.”
“yes?”
“‘Candidate’”
She joked and called me ‘candidate’.
Thanks to that smile, I felt like my embarrassed mind was completely cleared away.
I looked at Mr. Stray Cat and asked.
“Before answering, I want to ask you something.”
“What is?”
“The crown prince is targeting me. So, how do I get out of the Magic Tower?”
Mr. Stray Cat answered as if it was obvious.
“I will follow the wishes of the tower owner.”
If the wizards of the Magic Tower take my side.
With the Magic Tower on its back, it only takes a moment for Ardel to become a huge famous family that dominates the continent.
The crown prince will still target me and Ardel, but if I become the owner of the tower, the situation will be very different.
This is because an unimaginable amount of blood may have to be shed.
In many ways, this is a good number that does not need to be thought about for a long time.
I spoke to Mr. Stray Cat.
“I will verify it.”
♦ * *
The verification date for the top owner’s qualifications was decided to be held immediately tomorrow, when Ruina’s Sword Grand Prix ends.
The location has also been decided.
Originally, verification should have been conducted in Leverdine, which is called the ‘capital of wizards.’
In order to avoid unnecessary contact with the Crown Prince and King Yeom, the Redian Kingdom’s
The road has been decided.
It was a careful decision that took my situation into consideration in many ways.
The conversation ended here.
“Ruina. “First of all, just focus on today’s game.”
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today.
This is because the Sword Grand Prix ‘finals’ begin.
Ruina’s opponent in the finals was a former member of the temple training center, and had been expected to see her win since the first day of the competition.
He was a trainee knight named ‘Hellsk Baton’.
He is 17 years old, the same age as me.
He has a sturdy physique and is probably 190cm tall. At first glance, he looked like he was in his 30s because of his shaved head.
As if he was not just a 4-star knight, the sword he was holding had a red aura signifying 5-star status.
Sir Bolvar gave advice to Ruina ahead of the finals.
“You just have to do as you said, young lady. Strength can overcome softness
There is none. “Never try to fight back with force, just let it go.”
“Then, I’ll come back.”
As soon as Ruina climbed onto the stadium, thunderous cheers erupted.
Will the winner be Hellsk Baton, a strong candidate for the championship?
Or is it Ruina of Ardel, who is called the Sword Demon’s Blessing?
It didn’t matter.
The fight between two knights of different weight classes, even at a glance, brought great joy to those who watched it.
peel.
I also didn’t expect to win.
Don’t get hurt, stay safe.
I thought it was worth it if Ruina, who is still young, could learn a lot and enjoy it through this competition.
“The game begins!”
Of course, it would be even better if we ended up winning.
“Hwaaaaaap!”
As the game began, Hellsk Baton
They launched an onslaught, taking advantage of the difference in weight class.
In the beginning, they started to do their best as if they were going to take the lead.
Ruina followed Lord Bolvar’s advice and instead of confronting it head on, she let it go and looked for loopholes.
It was an exciting fight that was both fun to watch and fun to imagine.
Irene said.
“Looking at Ruina, I’m reminded of our Grand Emperor’s battle. At that time, there was only one strong candidate for the championship, ‘Doom Prime’, but Ruin appeared like a comet.”
“Doom Prime. Hey, it’s been a while since I heard that name. How is he doing?”
“I heard that you are guarding King Yeom’s side. I haven’t heard any other details… …
“okay.”
Doom Prime.
I remember him as a very stubborn guy, and even after graduating, he still looks like a ‘Yeomwangbaragi’.
At that time, Ruina slashed the thigh of Hellsk Bayton, who was called a ‘championship candidate’.
I overcame it and won.
The entire Altain Stadium cheered.
Irene and I screamed happily, drowned out by the cheers.
however.
“••••••huh?”
Did I see it wrong?
Although he was buried in the crowd of people and disappeared, what was the illusion of seeing the face of Doom Prime, who was called the ‘winner candidate’?
I suddenly feel like I’m missing something
A thought occurred to me.
It’s the top, Ruina’s final… … .
I was excited for just a moment, but I must not forget it.
Even if the crown prince is ‘holding’ me for a while.
That there is one more person targeting me.
Flame King Theron.
okay.
My most dangerous moment.
Before receiving ‘verification’ from the top owner.
That’s right, it might be today.
