Episode 156 – A Night for Securing Evidence
#One
All evaluations are over.
The main character of the day is definitely Manus.
In particular, the feast of magic he showed during the monster subjugation was enough to arouse even the admiration of the professors.
Doubts raised their heads.
What the hell did black rum fill Manus?
The splendid magic effect, perfectly controlled power, and even the act of perfectly helping teammates in unexpected situations as a bonus.
It was a way to relieve stress for Manus, but in the eyes of others, it was a perfectly calculated action.
“… … Could it be that it isn’t? It won’t be.”
After the evaluation, there was a student who was biting her nails and shaking her legs.
Why?
I’m crazy, why did I say such a thing-.
What do we do?
What do we do?
What do we do?!
“Really, why did you do that, you idiot!”
I happened to pass by and heard about it.
Manus’ false name, and black rum.
Libby remembered Chesthip’s assistant.
That human touched things that should never be touched.
I never thought it would be used to snip Manus.
I really didn’t know-.
Why are you touching Manus and making this sadal?!
Isn’t it obvious to anyone to see?
If things go wrong, will Instructor Chesthip leave him alone?
“ha… … What do we do.”
If you visit now, you will only raise doubts.
All she could do was pray.
He had no choice but to hope that his name would not be mentioned by Assistant Chesthip.
“under… … Should I just drop out?”
Or asking for forgiveness in advance?
Do you have the tolerance to have mercy on yourself who has done wrong twice?
It is a group that includes the aristocratic family and the Harry family, who are good at calculating profit and loss.
that can’t be
“I’m going crazy, really.”
She even had the urge to fall from this tall tower.
However, she had to somehow endure and lead the family, so she couldn’t bear to think of putting it into action.
The sun was slowly setting.
Perhaps today an official letter will go up, and tomorrow Manus will be summoned separately.
Why.
It was so scary.
The fact that she couldn’t do anything, that it had already happened and had grown, pierced her will.
Meanwhile, at that time.
Manus was unilaterally informed by Professor Trail.
Today’s evaluation is put on hold.
Tomorrow morning, come to the main building of the academy with the notary public.
It’s the weekend, so the professors probably have less work to do.
The disciplinary committee is a serious matter in which the chairman also participates.
There, Manus planned to get all the professors on his side.
“Don’t worry, we’ll be on your side.”
“that’s right! The student council presidents are all gathered here!”
Since it was a serious matter, everyone gathered in the club room.
Coincidentally, the cultural exchange club was a gathering of the strongest forces.
The strongest except for the lack of melee power like Castro and D’Arin.
It was also a group where all the student council presidents from 1st to 3rd year gathered.
The student council president was obliged to be involved in the academic calendar.
That’s why Anais, Alano, and Nia will all sit on the disciplinary committee.
they promised
I will definitely prove Manus’ innocence.
“Don’t worry, take a good rest today. We have to prepare for a battle with the watchman soon.”
“Are you just worried about going up the tower in this situation?”
Manus smiled without answering.
Among everyone’s worries, the person who is smiling alone.
Allano and other club members looked at Manus with curious eyes.
How will he get out of the crisis?
What kind of evidence will you use to uncover the background?
He kept quiet, so his curiosity only grew.
Contrary to what he wished for, Manus stood up from his seat.
“Have a good weekend. Don’t worry too much.”
“… … okay. you also.”
“Senior, I will believe you.”
Only Cale supported Manus with a worried look on his face.
Her expression, her emotions spread to those around her.
Yes, it’s Manus.
He’s the best kid out there, so you have to believe he’ll do well.
“okay… … you have to believe See you tomorrow, Manus.”
“okay.”
Manus went back to the dormitory first, and those who were left turned their attention elsewhere.
It’s not because I’m worried about Manus.
The essence of this problem is why, who, and where did they use the reagents they obtained to place the blame on Manus?
Melanie spoke first.
“I’ll go ask Libby. He’s a kid with a history, so it’ll be helpful.”
“That will do. and… … what do we do?”
“… … .”
Because it happened so suddenly, it was delayed to grasp the situation… … .
Phew-.
A club room full of sighs.
There was no way to do it, and a terrible sense of helplessness passed by.
#2
The night of a completely dark day.
The shadows cast over the lanterns shook.
Shadows have truly mystical powers.
It was an existence that could bring fear and warmth at the same time.
Doesn’t the shadow cast on a person create conflicting atmospheres of confidence and fear?
Skillfully handling the shadows was the most important virtue for assassins.
Ambush is done through the dark, but you can’t always attack in the dark.
In that respect, Arden was stepping into an area where he excelled more than anyone else.
‘For sure… … .’
The place where she arrived by riding the shadow is the inn where the maid lives.
Siren.
The veteran maid who was under his command had only followed him.
I also remembered that I had a bad look at Manus.
In fact, he hated not only Manus, but also all the nobles who were arrogant and arrogant, so to speak.
I used to look at her with pity.
I still remember those eyes clearly.
If it’s her, the motivation might be enough.
“But, where did you get the black rum?”
The brain that melted into the darkness amplified the question.
It was something I had been thinking about ever since I had a conversation with Manus.
The face of Siren, who was laughing and having fun at work, came to mind.
What she is about to do now goes against the guidelines, something that would only happen in the world of darkness.
If something like this happens inside the academy, there will definitely be an investigation.
Of course, a terrified Siren wouldn’t go around bragging about it… … .
‘I don’t like it… … Because I’ve been preparing myself.’
Squeak-.
With a dagger in one hand and a syringe in the other, she entered the quarters where Siren was sleeping soundly.
A subordinate who is taking a breath and traveling to the land of dreams.
Yes, because this is absolutely necessary to clear Confucius’ false name.
swear allegiance, and repay the favor of the lord who embraced him.
A sacrifice for those who wish to clear their mistakes and leap higher.
It would be an unfortunate situation.
but… … .
“I’m sorry, Siren.”
Cheerureuk-!
A shadow fell over the maid.
#3
I opened my eyes to the cool sensation.
Did you sleep with the window open?
Siren tried to move her body to block the wind that made her body tremble.
Contrary to her will, her arm did not budge.
Could it be that I am dreaming?
Why not a room -.
The moment she realized that, she opened her eyes and looked around.
“Ugh-?!”
No voice came out.
No matter how hard I struggled, there was nothing I could do.
A feeling of intense fear overtook me.
What is it, how did it happen?
Why, why was I kidnapped?!
As my reason went numb and my eyes turned red, I heard a bleak sound in my ears.
The voice was both male and female.
It was a voice that gave the illusion that several people were speaking at once.
“Do you know black rum?”
“Eup-!”
What is it, what is it!
She shook her head desperately.
black rum.
I knew.
It’s the center of the incident that’s making the academy buzz.
But why are you asking yourself that?
He just worked diligently and wentssip about Manus a little bit.
Why do I have to suffer here?
I just wanted to live.
I couldn’t die like this.
“Ugh-! Ugh!”
“Even if you scream, you die. Even if you tell a lie, you die. If you don’t immediately say the words that come into your head, you die. Nod your head if you understand.”
Tears flowed down her cheeks, and Shiren nodded.
The shadow that was blocking her mouth was slowly released.
In a trembling tone, she said eagerly.
“Live… … please. Help me-.”
“To answer the question. who did it?”
“I am… … I don’t know. I don’t remember anything. please-.”
It is said that the human heart cannot lie.
Even at the tiniest difference, Aden could tell the truth from the lies.
It is a skill learned through many deaths, and it is the result of training.
phew… … You used that kind of magic too.
Magic that manipulates people’s memories.
Later, it was clear that he had used magic that would bring enormous aftereffects.
Awesome-.
could never forgive
Aden manipulated the shadow to cover Shiren’s mouth and teased her left arm roughly.
“Ugh-!”
“… … .”
Where there is security, there is hacking, and where there is security, there is crime.
If there is magic to erase memories, there must be medicine or magic to restore them.
The medicine Aden gave to Siren was also one of them.
Among wizards, there was quite a bit of taboo magic.
Magic that raises the dead, magic that ravages corpses, magic that is humanely problematic, and so on.
Among them, there was also a magic that erased people’s memories.
It’s not completely taboo, but it’s magic that should be avoided.
‘Later on, I’m going to be in a state where I can’t distinguish the past from the present. Siren, are you… … .’
“Ughh-!”
The medicine started working.
The blood vessels in his eyes burst, and bloody tears flowed.
Still, Arden watched the symptoms without saying anything.
Memories rushed in like a raging wave.
Memories that were intentionally erased came to mind.
Ahh-.
I did.
I put black rum in Caesar Manus’ room.
and-.
“Ahh… … Ahhh-.”
“Who did it?”
“… … Chesthip Assistant. I just did as I was told. please… … Please save me.”
Siren was an ordinary person.
An ordinary person who submitted an application to the academy and got accepted, so he just works hard.
In the face of the fear of death, there was no loyalty or anything.
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Just a desire to prolong his worthless life for even one more day rises.
Shiren continued to recite the truth in a hoarse, trembling voice.
“There should be no lies.”
“Yes, yes, of course. My, I will definitely go and make a statement tomorrow. I’m sorry, I’m sorry, I’m sorry… … .”
Squeeze-.
Her mouth, eyes, and ears were blocked.
Using the power of the shadow to steal her five senses, she let out a small sigh.
Then he put his hand on Siren’s head.
Aden’s eyes brightened.
As the mana spread, one of the assassin’s skills was revealed.
[Umbra: Worcula]
Her will was soon expressed as fear whispered in her ear.
It will be deeply imprinted in Siren’s mind.
Ordinary people must be facing this kind of fear for the first time.
So I will never be able to deny it.
[Tell the truth. The shadow will always be watching over you.]
Siren’s body trembled.
With that, the brief interrogation was over.
Aden looked up at the sky.
Two full moons were looking at her.
One of her pupils was not in full bloom, and the winking look of the moon seemed to pay tribute to her.