Episode 178 – The Return of the War Hero
#One
The Principality of Caesar moved busily to catch up on the aftermath of the war.
The spies sent to Caesar by each family brought news.
The downfall of Cheongsa, and the county degenerated into a colony of the Biltite Sea and the principality.
Did you say that preparing for a war is harder than fighting it?
Manus was no exception.
He was busy and took his time right before the midterm exam.
The things my family does are much more familiar than the knowledge I learn at the academy.
“Can I not go to the academy?”
“It’s okay, there is still time.”
My sister, Invidea, looked at Manus, who was helping to organize the paperwork, and asked.
Manus missed the academy class, but brought all the exam ranges and textbooks.
I felt that it was enough to study in my spare time while helping with housework.
Certainly, if you have a good head, you will study well wherever you go.
When I think back to my previous life, it was a really great development.
Cafés, private academies, and reading rooms with the excuse of not being able to study… … how many times did you go
I remembered the time when I didn’t study for one reason or another.
‘At that time, I really didn’t want to study.’
I didn’t cling to it because I wasn’t desperate, and I didn’t dig it because I wasn’t interested.
Studying was fun now.
I don’t know if it’s because I’m smarter or if it’s because of the uniqueness of the science of magic.
“Yeah what… … Studying is enough if you just listen to it in class.”
“By the way, you didn’t tell your father, did you?”
“What, an anomaly?”
Manus nodded.
Invidea twirled and smiled.
It’s the same Caesar, but with a very different personality.
Manus looked away from Invidea.
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Judging from her sister’s personality, it seemed like she wouldn’t say anything useless.
The problem was elsewhere.
“Princess Manus. I am sorry during my talk.”
“What is going on?”
“The lord is looking for you. I think you should go quickly.”
“Go right away.”
Manus rose from his seat.
Invidea looked at his back and threw out a word.
“I didn’t say anything, so don’t worry. I am on your side.”
“… … Thank you.”
Manus only turned his head to answer her, then moved on.
Why did your father find you?
It was a word with a strange resonance.
In my previous life, I thought talking to my father was annoying.
Then, he suddenly left, and we couldn’t even have a good conversation.
This life was different.
Communication between father and son, and furthermore, as a moving member of the family.
The tickling emotions of words conveying sincerity were unfamiliar and good.
#2
Rabeth moved Mana.
I created two magic circles and operated different attributes for each.
It was really easy for him, who is called the Great Mage.
Strangely, however, it was impossible to merge the two magic circles into one.
＜He broke the magic circle and put it together.＞
It started with a light conversation.
Way said curiously, and Tyrannis was suspicious.
Combine two independent magic circles with each other.
Laves looked for materials in the library whenever he had time.
And I found out some interesting facts.
The reason I called Manus today was to deliver the data.
Maybe some of my distant ancestors might have mixed blood.
“Manu. father.”
“Well, come in.”
The son has finally arrived.
A calm look in his eyes even though he went through war.
As if he was walking through his daily life, he admired Manus as he entered as if nothing had happened.
Could that be immortality?
He didn’t lose his composure even in the fierce battle, and he didn’t seem too stressed.
As a father, I was worried.
Seeing that, there’s no need to worry.
Seeing my son growing up well brought a smile to my face.
“Didn’t your body feel strange after the war?”
“yes. No problem.”
“okay. I heard some pretty interesting stories.”
Manus sat down and showed curiosity with his eyes.
The questions and curiosity floating in his blue eyes made Laves feel better.
It’s something everyone likes when someone reacts to their words.
Rabeth’s mouth opened.
It was a rather heavy and sensitive subject for Manus.
“I heard that you use special magic.”
“Did your brother tell you?”
“Everyone who saw it did. I think the child in your shadow knows too.”
Manus nodded heavily.
I had no intention of keeping it a secret forever.
Well, when I came to my family, I did overdo the cadenza.
I was given a situation that could not be resolved otherwise.
“That’s right. It’s an ability that I awakened this year.”
“Someone might say it, but I’m not blaming you, so don’t worry. Finding some pretty interesting stuff.”
“What about data?”
“There are things like this in the library.”
Labeth held out two old books.
The titles of the books were “The God of Light and Salt” and “The Fall of the House of Light”.
After all, there is nothing that Caesar does not have.
Manus accepted the book and expressed his gratitude.
“thank you. If it’s the family of light… … .”
“okay. It is a family that was destroyed in the past. They said that the magic they used used a different system from the magic they use now.”
“You’re not saying that I might be descended from that family.”
Laves burst out laughing.
I didn’t believe in such nonsense.
but.
“You are not a child picked up, but a son my wife gave birth to from a stomach ache. That fact never changes.”
He had a different story to tell.
Beninitas.
Caesar’s mistress, and the one who made the great family even more splendid.
She was a commoner, but possessed extraordinary abilities.
It was only thanks to her talent that she was able to become a hostess.
The House of Light was adept at magic, but not all were born with that talent.
It’s hidden deep in our genes, so it may have passed down centuries without being expressed.
“Listen to your mother. Your talent is a blessing from heaven. It is something that needs to be polished well.”
“All right.”
“Always be careful.”
Manus nodded.
I thought I knew why my father told me to be careful.
He must have realized what the church was doing and that it had the power to move the world.
He must have known that Manus’ own abilities were extraordinary.
It was just one word, but the emotions contained in it were complex and subtle.
Manus had a little bit of a social life, but he understood what it meant.
Even so, I can’t fathom all of my father’s deep intentions.
Because my father was always like that.
Manus nodded, bowed respectfully, and left the room.
It’s been a long time since I’ve been thinking about seeing all of my family’s faces.
I’ll have to leave tomorrow
#3
“Oh, son. I heard you had a lot of trouble. are you okay?”
“yes. I am glad that your mother is back in good health.”
Beninitas was more beautiful than any celebrity Manus remembered.
The black pupil and the red iris surrounding it were as beautiful as elaborately crafted rubies.
The mother’s bright eyes held a beautiful feeling more than anything else.
maternal love.
unconditional love.
It was overflowing with such emotions.
Manus was not burdened by his mother’s love.
Maybe, Manus didn’t even know he missed that kind of love.
“You don’t have to worry about me. Son, is there something going on at the academy?”
“Incidents never end at the academy.”
“Whoa, you’re smart enough to say who you look like. Even His Majesty the Emperor already knows. Even the mother knows that abnormal phenomena are occurring.”
“… … The academy treats it as a secret, but more people know than I thought.”
Beninitas laughed lightly.
There are fewer secrets than you think in this world, and perfect secrecy doesn’t exist at all.
She knew that, and served Caesar, who bestowed her salvation.
Thanks to this, Caesar’s intelligence reached an incredible level.
It was good enough in terms of force, but it definitely made up for something a little lacking.
Is that why?
Caesar has now become a place of no return without her.
She was vaguely aware that her son was suffering.
The same goes for this war.
“son. You don’t have to suffer too much. Maybe adults can help with that.”
“I think it is a place where the greed of adults should not be buried.”
“so? this is so… … .”
she swallowed
If the son drew the line, it must be their own problem.
If numerous families start intervening in the anomaly, the academy will become a place of conflict instead of a place of peace.
“Do not worry too much. The anomaly is still being investigated. The number of people who can investigate is also limited.”
“okay. I get it. Since Aden is there, I trust that he will protect it.”
“I won’t worry about causing you any concern.”
How did you become so trustworthy?
Laves was like that when he was young.
In her son’s appearance, she seemed to overlap the most brilliant and intelligent man.
A time to shine with youth.
A great mage at a time when his talent was blooming and he seemed most intelligent.
Laves also took her heart with a similar expression and tone similar to Manus.
The calm and resolute appearance seemed to see a strong pillar.
A reassurance that will protect oneself no matter what kind of trials come.
Manus was beginning to see that reassurance.
“Is there anything I can do for you?”
“Not yet. ah… … Please block information. Two years, maybe even one year.”
“okay. I get it. However, if it is judged to be dangerous, the information must be released at any time. And there are some places that even Caesar can’t stop.”
“I know. It will be fine though.”
Beninitas nodded.
My son wants it so much that there is no reason why he can’t listen.
I don’t know exactly what’s there, but it seemed like something important, at least to my son.
She looked at Manus with eyes full of affection.
“Come and learn a lot at the academy. I am already looking forward to what kind of work you will take on in this family.”
“I want to live in peace… … Still, I will not miss the academy chief.”
“Huh-huh, yes, peace is the best. I wish it just went that way.”
What happens at the academy should end there.
So that those who live outside can live without anything happening.
Manus talked with his mother until the sun went down.
“It is time to go back. Confucius.”
“It is already that time. Son, be careful. Do well on the test.”
“yes. Do not worry.”
Manus smiled faintly.
The road to the magic circle that leaves the family and goes to the academy.
My footsteps did not fall today.
someone said
Also, home is the best.
Today’s Manus also sympathized.
No matter what anyone says, a harmonious family is the best.
That was a major premise that anyone would nod their heads at if asked.
When I opened my eyes after teleporting, the guide smiled and said,
“You are back. war hero.”
“Has it already been rumored?”
“Whoops, the academy is buzzing.”
He was already a hero who had done something that none of his students had ever done before.
It was the day before the midterm exam.