Episode 27. Suspicion that cannot be let go (1)
“I have to meet Emperor Chris.”
“His Majesty the Emperor told me not to let anyone into his abode for a week. Please come next time.”
The two knights guarding the entrance to the imperial palace are sternly blocking us.
“Get out of the way.”
“Since we get out of the way every time, you seem to be mistaken for an automatic door. We are gatekeepers. It is our role to eliminate impure elements at the forefront and protect the imperial family.”
“…… I would have said Vicky.”
[Activates the skill 「Living」.]
The two knights hesitated. Unable to withstand my momentum, I take a step back. But that was all. Even though his legs tremble from the pressure, he does not back down.
“Oh no! Even if I have to die in this place from Prause-sama, I will keep this position.”
“Ho, if you ever plan to teleport in, stop! His Majesty the Emperor said that teleportation is also prohibited. He said that if he was forced to come in, he would make sure to pay the penalty.”
In a nutshell, he intends to stage a sit-in so that I cannot interrogate him. Rotten emperor.
“I see you are misunderstanding something. I’ve never moved while looking at the emperor’s eyes. And now, I have made it clear that there is something I need to know. If you still want to block the road…….”
I picked up my vengeance.
“It only excludes.”
To be honest, I didn’t want to pretend to be with the Imperial Knights.
It was because they had to deal with most of the lower demons when the Great War broke out. Even if they weren’t close, it was advantageous to have a gentle relationship.
In the end, we are destined to fight together.
“Won’t you really regret it?”
If Chris had been able to clearly identify what made him stronger, he would not have tried to use violence in this way. But nothing was certain in my grasp.
But this is a variable.
No one can predict what kind of problems a variable will cause. So if you don’t respond right away when you find it, it’s too late.
The knights also take out their arms.
“I’ll stop there.”
A huge man wearing imperial armor appears from behind.
“…… Are you the Commander of the Knights of Conver?”
The current Imperial Knight Commander, who had been blown away after being hit by the protection of the wind, appeared. Even after that, they met a few times while going to and from the imperial palace, but they only passed each other looking at each other.
“Prause, only one day has passed since His Majesty the Emperor Chris ascended the throne. Surely you’re not planning on wielding a knife in front of the imperial palace?”
“Depending on the situation, I will not hesitate.”
“Are you really going to do that?”
He raises his head. It was looking behind me.
When I glanced behind me, the people of the Empire who happened to be passing by were watching the scuffle on this side. If you watch it like that, it’s difficult to move from this side too.
“…… The reason Emperor Lufen accepted your stubbornness so far was because it helped the empire. You will definitely be of help to the Empire in the future. But that is not an absolution of all.”
“That’s a long story. Now I’m saying I need to meet Emperor Chris. If you want to block it, I will break through it by force.”
Position yourself.
The face of the knight commander crumpled as he faced my life. I can feel the fear on my face, as if the sparring that fell out in one room remains as a trauma.
“Are you really going to come out like that? What the hell are you thinking of asking His Majesty the Emperor, so you’re trying to enter the imperial palace while embracing the guilt?”
“I can’t say that.”
This is not good to say.
It is to interrogate Chris in a situation where it is not clear whether he is related to the demons. This is a situation where there is no choice but to take a considerable risk.
There is a lack of grounds for logic. Even if she said it, it would have made them suspicious, but it would not have been persuasive enough to put an end to the situation.
“I see. I don’t know what circumstances you have, but the order given by His Majesty the Emperor is absolute. Go back You know that if you try to break through by force, you will become an enemy of the imperial family, and that will mean an all-out war with the empire, right?”
[Prause, how about going back? The people of the Empire are watching. It’s not good to force it through in this situation.]
Phasma was right.
Working here puts me at a disadvantage in many ways. There was no need for the opponent to make a good position.
“…… I get it. I will go back at once.”
I retracted my sword. I also solved my life. Phasma sighed as if relieved only then.
Coming to think of it, there was no need to scuffle like this from the beginning. Anyway, I had a reason to teleport to the imperial palace.
“Master?”
“Are you really going back?”
As I turn around, the warriors hurriedly follow and ask.
“It’s okay. We still have a few numbers left.”
By the time it’s the next day, it must have already taken action. Even if I somehow entered the imperial palace and questioned Chris, I wouldn’t get the results I wanted.
In that case, you can pay here…….
* * *
Early morning.
Logia came to Chris just in time for the start of the day. Chris felt uneasy about her sudden audience, but she readily accepted because Lagor had told her not to worry.
“Prause visited late last night. Did you know, Your Majesty the Emperor?”
Logia asked calmly while drinking the green tea given by the emperor’s maid.
“Prause visited you?”
As I was about to put the glass to my mouth, I hesitated at a remark that I couldn’t easily pass. But it was a very brief moment. My heart beat a little faster because of my panic, but I didn’t lose my composure.
She takes a sip of black tea from her cup and sets it down on her saucer. Don’t forget to smile too.
Loggia carefully watched Chris’s behavior and ran a hand through her white hair.
“Yes.”
“Why are you here?”
“There was only one question asked of me.”
Loggia set her glass down and spread her index finger.
“Did I teach the magic training to His Majesty Emperor Chris?”
Chris froze with her mouth raised.
‘As expected, this bastard…… ! I wonder if he noticed!’
It seemed that her insides were about to burn with nervousness, but since the head of the union was in front of her eyes, she couldn’t show it.
Not to mention she had a great mage recognized by the empire in front of her. She had to pay full attention.
“I see. So what did you answer?”
She replied, “Taught. Didn’t His Majesty ask me to teach him when I was young? Of course, he quit right away.”
“I see. Do you even know why I asked that?”
‘Then you can rest assured in the future. As long as the magi doesn’t show up, those bastards won’t suspect that my mana has increased.’
Chris asked, remaining expressionless. He
Inwardly, he was thinking about how to get rid of Prause’s doubts.
“I don’t know why Prause asked that. When I woke up, Prause was leaving the lab.”
“I see… ….”
“But it sure seems like His Majesty’s mana is rapidly increasing. Is there a reason why you are training all of a sudden?”
“…… Shouldn’t I protect my body?”
“That’s the right idea. The future of the empire is bright. If you’re not rude, would it be all right for this old man to directly teach His Majesty the Emperor?”
That said, but the head of the Magic Guild felt a strange sense of incongruity. It was a sense of incongruity that I could notice because I had the experience of teaching myself when I was young.
‘I don’t know why Prause asked such a question, but His Majesty Chris’ mana has definitely increased. To live like this in just a few days…… Did His Majesty Emperor Chris actually have a talent for magic? But I didn’t see that kind of talent when I was teaching…….’
“The Magic Guild Leader teaches you? What a windfall! Ha ha ha! Unlike when I was young, I will learn seriously, so please teach me well.”
“Don’t worry. We will provide the best education to His Majesty the Emperor.”
“Thank you, Master of Magic.”
Even in the friendly atmosphere, Logia was trying to figure out the identity of the incongruity, and Chris was thinking about how to counter Prause.
Then Loggia noticed that her story was cut off and opened her mouth again.
“Then, when will we proceed… ….”
Kia’s mouth froze as she told her story. It was because she sensed that someone had entered the barrier spread out in the imperial palace.
“Why? Loggia.”
“It looks like an intruder has entered the imperial palace.”
“The only people who can break through the 7th level barrier are you, the one who installed the barrier…….”
“Yes. It is only Prause and her disciples.”
“I will definitely hold them accountable for this case.”
“I will go with you. I know where they are.”
The two got up from their seats almost at the same time.
* * *
“You want me to teleport you to where the 2nd Prince is?”
“Yes.”
“I made an appointment with the former emperor. One of the conditions the emperor put on when trading for freedom and independence was to protect the princes.”
“Yes…… I know that. Why is that all of a sudden?”
“Because it becomes a justification.”
This is the use of justification.
I wouldn’t be able to say anything if I told you that I came into the imperial family to review the transaction.
You’ll get on his nerves as a bonus. Because the Chris I know would go against the princes.
If he is desperately trying to hide, your job here is to induce him to reveal. He has to be on the edge to make the slightest ground.
“But aren’t those drivers really inflexible? Are all knights really that stubborn?”
Tina suddenly burst into anger.
“Tina, it’s not low-fat food, it’s high-fat food.”
“Ooh… ! Taste not pointed out!”
Tina gives Iris a thumbs down, her boo.
“Every time Master tells me to read a book, I fall asleep, so I don’t know… ….”
“Iris is right. Tina, you should read a book. Wouldn’t it be better if you were more knowledgeable to receive praise from Master?”
“I know all the names of the main characters in fairy tales, what!”
That’s useless knowledge, so clear your head right now.
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“…… The knights also received orders, so there was nothing they could do about it. Don’t blame me.”
After all, it was our fault for trying to squeeze in.
I could understand that much. Of course, if you didn’t open it, I wouldn’t say anything because I really tried to fight.
“Then let’s stop chatting here and let’s go.”
“Yes! “Teleport”.”
* * *
“Oh! Prause?”
“How are you?”
I said while looking at 2nd Prince Altero Aether Pretium. He blinks blankly at my appearance.
The place we teleported to was the second prince’s private room.
“What are you doing? Didn’t I tell you that the only time you come to where we are is when our lives are in danger? Did anything happen to you?”
“What happened……. It looks like it will happen soon.”
Everyone’s attention is focused on the sound of knocking heard shortly after I finished my words. Altair looks at me.
“It’s okay.”
“Who are you?”
“I am your brother. Alter.”
“Brother Chris…… ? De, come in!”
Alter stammered, taken aback by her own brother who appeared out of nowhere.
The door opens as soon as he gives permission.
“Prause… your guy…….”
“Nice to meet you. King Chris. It’s hard to see your face.”
Now that you can see your face, let’s check what you’re hiding.