A Mid-level (Middle-aged) Office Worker’s Laid-Back Industrial Revolution in Another World

Takeo and the others are passing beside the athletic field to complete the reception next to the gate of the College of Mages and head to the college director's office on campus.

"" Start shelling!

Are you in class or are you splitting up into two hands and doing exercises with a group of shellers and a group of defensive actors?

"Heh, you also do these practical exercises now.

Andersen gives his thoughts on the exercise sideways.

"The Third Magic Squad leader is a graduate here, isn't he?

Amy asks Andersen.

"That's right.

By the way, Your Highness Amy.

90% of Wangdu Defense Corps members are graduates here.

"Really?

Alice asks.

"Yeah. I'm a magic detachment, but even detachments that don't seem to be good at magic fights by name, like Kingsguard detachments or intelligence detachments, are equal to the magic platoons of the Knights of the King's Capital... no. I can be better at magic fights than that.

In addition, we need to be able to do some sword moves, and the swords we are equipped with may have some kind of magic.

"The strongest troops are high standards!

Amy brags about her chest.

"424! 412! 467! Fit the activation to everyone!

You're going to destroy the troops!

"" "Excuse me!!

There are some angry students.

"Are they all called by numbers?

Takeo asks Andersen a simple question.

"You're called by number during lectures and exercises.

It's also part of soldier education... but it's the fourth generation.

Andersen makes a difficult face.

"How do you translate numbers?

"Numbers are sorted in turn from those with high magical aptitude and power at school.

The first number represents the school year... but you graduate in the spring when the first is number 4.

"Really?

So, are you looking for a kid who might come to us from that?

One line in Alice's words was to stop and watch the exercise.

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The door next to the entrance to the school building is hung by a sign with the "Dean's Office" and a big fat man.

"... why?

Amy said in front of the sign, "Are you asserting yourself?" and lean his neck.

Takeo thinks, “ I often see it in drama or something. ” “ You're the same size as the guy that says case investigation headquarters, ” he says.

"Now, who will knock on the door if there is no such lead?

Takeo asks a simple question without anyone.

"Amy's at the top, isn't she?

But it was your sister Leila who made the appointment, and she told you that Takeo and I were coming, right?

Alice confirms the status quo.

"I consider myself just a companion.

Isn't it good in Mr. Takeo?

Because the name must be Acting Count Elvis.

Amy said, "Isn't anyone good? face."

"Then I'll take the lead, won't I?

Takeo knocks on the door.

From the inside, I said, "Go ahead. Confirm that the permit is dropped and open the door and enter the room.

Inside, a man stood up and waited.

"Welcome, you're out.

My name is Aura Tracy and I am the Director of our College of Magicians.

"I apologize for the sudden visit.

My name is Takeo Kitamizato.

I work for the Count Elvis family.

"I'm Alice Henry Elvis.

Takeo and Alice thank you.

"Yes, thank you.

We would like to welcome two of your distinguished guests.

Thank you for coming, Your Highness.

"Dean of the College, I'm suddenly sorry.

"No, we welcome you with the College.

Come anytime.

So, is Andersen an escort?

Tracy suddenly responds to Frank against Andersen.

"Yes... you were the top of the line here.

It's your three escorts, Tracy.

Andersen answers with a sigh.

Tracy is smiling bitterly.

"Sa, Sa, let us all sit down and welcome you.

Tracy urged everyone to sit down.

"Dean of the Academy, what's your relationship with the Chief of the Third Magic Squad?

When Amy sits down, she asks Tracy.

"Yes, we're classmates.

We're graduates here.

Tracy explains.

"Hmm? How many are you two?

"Lord Alice, we are 35 years old.

Andersen answers.

"You're just like Master Takeo.

"" "Huh!?

Amy and Andersen, Tracy look at Takeo in surprise.

Third Magic Squad members also pay attention.

"Er... something?

Takeo looks at the three of them with a bitter smile.

"No... I thought you were... a little younger. Excuse me!

Amy looks badly out of sight.

"I don't care... do you look that young?

Takeo laughs bitterly.

"You look around 30.

Tracy says.

"If you're a woman, that would be a compliment... even if I told you.

Takeo can only smile bitterly.

"Whoa, you've spoken unconsciously.

Tracy laughs with pleasure.

"Hey, Tracy. You're being rude to Lord Kitamizato.

Andersen cautions.

"I don't mind, Mr. Andersen.

"Really... sorry.

Andersen apologizes.

"Andersen apologized, and shall we just get down to business?

The reason for this visit was confirmation of someone to be recruited as a soldier in Count Elvis territory next spring.

Erm... actually, the deadline for jobs from each province and Wang Capital is at the end of November.

And on December 1st, we will open it all and stick it out today.

"Yes."

Takeo replies to Tracy's explanation.

"And as of the end of October, the top graders signed up for the department they wanted to go to, and when the quota was filled, the job in that department was closed.

This is about weighing the motivation and autonomy of the students.

And there are a lot of thoughts that can get in the way, but also because we are discussing them within our fellow students.

"Really?

By the way... how popular are soldiers in Elvis territory?

What does Takeo care to ask?

"... er... do I have to answer?

Tracy looks in trouble.

"Ah... fine. In that response, I largely understood.

"I'm sorry.

"So, as far as I can show you, do you have a list of past jobs?

"Right... I can show you if it's from 3 years ago.

Are you sure you want to come?

"Yes."

Takeo nods and Tracy takes a seat and brings a booklet from the bookshelf between the walls.

"I'll be here.

Tracy is given a booklet by Takeo, and Takeo looks lightly at the contents.

"... I see... this doesn't make Elvis territory popular.

Takeo smiles bitterly as he hands the booklet to his neighbor, Alice, after seeing it all.

"Hey, Master Takeo, how can you say anything like that... is that it?

Alice tries to complain to Takeo, but compares the jobs in her own house to the jobs before and after.

"We earn less, so hey..."

Alice leaks her sigh.

"Right... I didn't know five silver coins were different... and this is a pretty good salary difference for the executives when it comes to rookies' salaries.

Takeo says troubled.

"Yes. Master Takeo, what do you want to do?

Alice asks slightly, in tears.

"You don't have to do anything or do this.

This is the reality.

"Ugh... right.

Alice drops her shoulder in dismay.

"Thank you to the Earl of Elvis and everyone who belongs to the Earl's family.

Sure, the pay is a little lower than the rest, but did you hire six people last year... four for the combat unit and two for the clerical platoon? While there are 4 students in other local aristocracy territories all year round, we really appreciate you hiring many students.

Tracy bows her head.

"So, right?

Are you expected to hire as much this year as you did last year?

Tracy asks with a little face up.

"This year it has been suggested the possibility of three for combat units and four for clerical platoons.

"Seven!? Thanks!

Tracy comes with a full grin.

"Ah... did you say three to the combat unit?

The laughter freezes as soon as possible.

"Yes."

"Oh... is that right..."

Tracy hasn't been able to hide the upset from the side.

"Is there something wrong?

"... yes.

and tracy takes his seat and brings a different booklet from the bookshelf that had the booklet in earlier.

"We will explain as you look at this material.

Tracy started explaining with a strange look on her face.