Episode 184 – A friend I met after a long time
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Caesar.
Few knew the true value of that name.
People just heard it.
A great family, a family protected by the emperor, a family with the title of Grand Mage… … .
Few people now know what kind of performance they showed in person.
A few elderly nobles looked at the red tabard with thrilled expressions on their faces.
Caesar.
A family that roamed the battlefield waving a red flag until the empire grew into an empire.
Their knowledge, growth rate, and talent for mana were unparalleled.
“The great mage has arrived.”
“Ah, I never thought I would see that cloak again.”
“Say that. Is it because it is also where His Majesty the Emperor resides?”
“Huh, I heard that the two of you were friends when you were young, but I think it’s true.”
Someone said while looking at the emperor and Caesar family greeting each other.
It was a look that was wet with memories.
“I’ve seen it from afar. How beautiful the confident appearance of the two of you.”
“Oh, really?”
“It may not be a sight to see now, but it certainly was at the time.”
someone exclaimed
The emperor himself came down from the podium.
This was very rare, and his lively expression was also unseen by those close to him.
“Long time no see. Laves.”
“Your face is very thin.”
Rabeth put a hand on the emperor’s shoulder.
Then poured out mana.
No, from his point of view, it was just a small help.
The emperor, Bradley, whose complexion instantly improved.
He smiled and thanked me.
It always has been.
After the battle or the drinking party, Laves gave himself strength in this way.
His escort knight had also seen Laves for a long time.
The only person who can touch the emperor’s jade body without hesitation.
“Thank you. Much better.”
“It was nothing. Anyway, I guess the empress didn’t come.”
“He’s looking after state affairs instead of me, the foolish one. If I had known you would come, I would have left everything to the scribe and brought him.”
“There will come a day when we all get together.”
“By the way, your son. It was amazing. I might even surpass you.”
The emperor and Laves naturally talked and moved.
The atmosphere at the banquet became more heated.
Everyone moved their eyes to follow the emperor and Laves.
It was natural.
The pillars supporting the empire gathered in one place.
The emperor, the brilliant sun, and the duke who assists him.
The two distant relatives talked in the brightest light.
“To be honest, I was a little worried, but I am glad that I am doing my part safely.”
“I will do great things in the future. The house is going to be a bit complicated.”
What the emperor was talking about was the issue of the successor.
Rabeth laughed and shook his head.
“Unusually, my son doesn’t seem to be greedy. You say you won’t enter the race for succession.”
“Oh, is that so? Then, how about sending it to the imperial palace? An imperial palace mage tower master would be just right.”
“I will make a recommendation.”
“What are you going to do with the marriage problem?”
Rabeth looked at Manus for a moment.
Bowing, as our eyes met, the son greeted me with a proud look.
And naturally, my eyes drifted to the girl next to me.
Mana shimmered in Labeth’s blue eyes for a moment.
He recognized the specialness of the girl, Cale, at once.
The fact that the mana spirits wandering around her are happy too.
“That too, I plan to leave it to my son’s will. Caesar has no particular advantage.”
“That is also true. How are Tyrannis and Invidea?”
“That’s right. My daughter wanted to come, but she seems to be busy with troublesome things these days.”
At the word trouble, the emperor’s face frowned for a moment.
I heard who the enemy Caesar was facing.
I also started an investigation at the imperial palace.
“Are they the ones who call themselves a church?”
“That’s right. He summoned a demon.”
“My back hurts. As you become proficient in the summoning ritual, more and more powerful demons will appear.”
“It seems that the roots are spreading deeper than I thought. If Caesar moves in earnest, he will probably hide deeper.”
The emperor let out a small sigh.
If so, I’ll have to research another way.
I had something in mind.
“I will release the wind catchers. I’ll have to use the hanryangs in the empire.”
“Don’t push yourself too hard.”
“What is a crowd? Those who threaten the Empire are enemies. We can’t just leave the cancerous mass alone.”
The emperor’s will was firm.
Then he, too, looked at Manus.
A star that will shine brightly.
And I remembered the bad thing I had done to him.
“What you did to your son… … .”
“If you are Caesar, you should have that qualification. There is no need to feel guilty.”
“… … Thank you.”
Rabeth knows.
How excellent is the emperor’s insight and foresight.
There were more than dozens of strategies he saw through, and all the things he prepared even though he was overdoing it were put to good use.
A strategist and grand master class warrior who never failed.
That was Bradley’s strength.
That’s why Rabeth trusted his friend, the emperor, and the prophet without saying anything.
I hope my son, Manus, also accepts the Emperor’s will well.
“I don’t know what you are preparing for, but Manus will overcome it well. His Majesty always gave me trials to become stronger.”
“I was going to do the same this time, but it seemed like it wasn’t enough.”
Laves smiled quietly.
Son, who would have known that Manus would grow up like that?
What did you think while you were at the academy and alone in the dormitory?
To be honest, I thought of my mistakes one after another and felt sorry for myself.
Perhaps understanding the facial expressions of his father, the emperor pushed him on the back.
The conversation went off the rails.
If he needs anything, he can go to the house of Caesar or call Laves.
“Say hello to your son. My daughter will be entering the academy soon. When that time comes, shall I visit you out of the blue like you?”
“It’s a good way. Then, excuse me.”
“See you in private next time.”
Rabeth nodded, greeted him, and approached his son.
Again, the gaze rushed back.
‘This is going to get awkward again.’
Manus tried hard to keep his expressionless and looked away.
I’m sure the snow stamp was taken with this.
I even felt Cale next to me freeze.
It has no choice but to be.
The person in front of me was one who was evaluated as the strongest among existing wizards.
The naturally oppressive mana squeezed his chest.
Because of his momentum, no nobles dared to approach him.
“I’m glad you seem to be doing well. son.”
“I wish I would have given you a message.”
“Then it’s not a surprise appearance. Who is the girl next to you?”
“Oh, hello. My name is Ke-Keil.”
Bowing, Cale politely puts her hands together and sighs.
Feeling like she had to do that, she moved instinctively.
Rabeth looked at her blankly and asked his son.
“This child must be the one who cares about you.”
“… … That’s right. They have talents similar to mine.”
It was a word full of misunderstandings, but I passed it on without hesitation.
Cale also blushed at the words of Rabeth, who suddenly jumped in.
What do you care about anyway?
“It is a good talent. Do you want to come to play during vacation? I’ll teach you some tricks when I get a chance.”
“… … Oh, thank you. I will definitely go.”
Cale was silent for a moment, then lowered his head.
The people around him who heard the remark opened their eyes and mouths round.
Now, what did that great mage say?
“When you grow up, you will become a great mage. I didn’t know you’d be interested in people outside of your family.”
“This is my favorite hubby.”
“It is worth it. If there is nothing special during vacation, both of us will take care of training. be sure to come got it?”
“Ah yes. Of course. I have nowhere to go anyway… … .”
Cale was an orphan.
Her parents died before she was even grown up.
So, of course, there was plenty of time, and there was nothing to do during vacation.
Maybe I didn’t climb the tower or the day and night?
“From when until when is vacation?”
Rabeth asked.
Manus opened his mouth.
“From the end of June to September.”
“You have enough time. Don’t set aside time for the month of August. Come over anytime.”
“All right. and… … thank you.”
“It is a small reward for a son who is doing well. and… … Shouldn’t this child be stronger?”
Manus nodded.
My sister knew it, so my father must have noticed it to some extent.
Not only that, but other families are also slowly getting to know the information.
He moved mana and used message magic.
To put the will into mana and send it off.
It was a kind of cryptographic magic made so that it could be automatically understood once it arrived in the person’s mind.
[I have a request. father.]
[What is it?]
[Please prevent other families from using their hands on the academy.]
[…] … Was it because of that anomaly?]
[That’s right.]
Rabeth nodded.
I heard the story from Beninitas anyway.
Although he said he would spread false information, Laves decided to go a little further.
[I get it.]
[thank you.]
Stop talking about work.
Today was a day to eat, drink and play.
Laves also put down heavy thoughts after a long time and decided to enjoy it.
he turned his eyes
I saw aristocrats with shining eyes.
His eyes and gestures seemed impatient to talk.
It wouldn’t hurt to hang out a little.
“Enjoy yourself.”
“yes. father.”
“I had a great time meeting you. girl.”
“thank you.”
Cale bowed his head again.
Laves came suddenly and disappeared like the wind.
Aristocrats began to gather around him like clouds.
Not only that.
“Prince Caesar? Can we talk for a minute?”
“… … of course.”
“How about the young lady next to you?”
Cale also nodded slightly.
The one who came suddenly resembled someone’s hair.
People started to gather around Manus one after another.
The first to gather were the members of the club.
“I was here. I also wanted to say hello to my father.”
“Senior, is there such a thing? I hate it when others hear it.”
“How are you? He is the father of a close friend of mine. But Cale, did you really decide to watch the training?”
Nia and Anais.
and.
“mother. You are here. Shall we say hello to Lord Caesar?”
“You look busy right now, so let’s go later. tell me more than that When did you all become so close?”
“ah… … .”
Manus smiled lightly as he looked at the mother and daughter who looked alike.
Then politely set an example.
In perfect posture.
“Meet Mrs. Harrison.”
“Oh, look at my mind. I have committed disgrace. My name is Abrelnia.”
“This is Flois Anais.”
At that, a woman with silver hair smiled warmly.
Of course, the mana she had was cold enough to make her limbs tingle.