Black Iron Magician ~ Training Story of the Untalented Disciple ~

- Day 10 of training.

"Tochaku!

Through a long ordeal, Hull jumps out of the carriage. On our third day out of town, before noon, we arrived at the border fort. This area, where the trees and meadows are lush, is peace itself if judged solely by the landscape. But the fortifications built to block the way are enormous, and even in friendly countries there are quite harsh laboratories set up. We don't have to worry about that, especially since Nell, who knows both countries, is with us. It's not like we're going to cross the other side.

"Looks like you managed to make it to see where the noise isn't happening"

"Right. But it's not like I can afford the time. Join the guards now."

Canon and Moono will take care of the carriage, and we'll head to the fort as soon as possible. You noticed the Knights carriage along the way, and Ardelheit soldiers came this way.

"Dear Nell, I've been waiting for you! Sir, Commander is waiting for you inside."

"Yeah, I need some guidance."

A soldier of guides takes you and walks you through the fort. The soldiers on the road saw this one, or Nell, and they were doing a crisp salute without exception. The look is half respectful and half fearful. The reputation of this fort does not seem to be the same as that of the royal castle. Eventually, we will be sent to one of the rooms.

"Ardelheit Magic Knights Commander, we have brought Lady Nell Lemule!

"Oh, I wanted to come!

There were several suitably suited men in that room, which seemed to be higher than the rest of the soldiers. Probably the top of this fort. Mm, some other guys wear different kinds of armor. That's for sure, Tazarnian.

"I'm in command of the fort, Janet. This is Lord Rise, who has come here for more urgent support than Tazarnia. He's on the Tazarnian side, crossing the border."

What, you were already here for backup? You have light footwork. But...

"It's Rise. We have also detected the monster's abnormal behavior, and we wanted to set up a joint front this time, so we joined the war. I am thrilled to meet Lord Nell, who is famous for his rising dragon rumors, and to be able to fight with him even more. Make sure you get us..."

"- Oh, I don't need any help. Because our rub kicks on its own over here."

Nell says no, doesn't he? I don't care what their position is, they will give the same response even if this was the king of the other country.

"Hey! But Lord Nell's company looks very small! Your Mitsuhito seems quite hand-worked, but in that number, he has two very demonic kings, which also deal with an army of monsters, etc... Ah! What if I'm keeping the other Knights waiting outside?

Yeah, he's out there, too.

"I see. I apologize for the disturbance. Not even Lord Nell of Boulder."

- About two newcomers to the Knights in the last year.

………

Unlike the Ardelheit soldiers, Mr. Rise and I were unfamiliar with Nell and they pushed each other to shut up. Commander Janet shook his head beside him, looking like he knew this was going to happen.

"Lord Rise, isn't that why you said it? If you're a soldier or a knight, it's a problem, but if Captain Nell comes, you don't have to worry. Even if it's someone who calls himself the Demon King."

"Yes, but... hmm"

Is he ordered to help the king of the other country, too, or is he not going to retreat? Commander Janet just decided that we should change the subject, and he turned to the next one.

"By the way, Captain Nell, Lord Daganov is one of the oldest skilled knights in the Knights, so I know who you are. I don't think he's a knight because he's a good fit."

"A brunette with this sword over here is my apprentice. A man with no hegemony over there is Derris, and it is Derris' disciple who is small and cute. Satisfied with this?

No hegemony. Hey. I'm still alive...

"... of Captain Nell, no apprentice!? Oh, you know, such a story is my first ear, is it true!?

Commander Janet, the biggest surprise of the day. He looks alternately at Nel and Chinatsu as they shake their heads with the boom. Well, no one would have thought Nell would take a disciple, nor would they have thought there was a guy trying to be a disciple.

"What are you going to do with lying in your body? Contact HQ if you're worried."

"Yes, no, no... and I believe it. But yes!

"Wait for me. Your man, Lord Derris? What if he's retired, from" Black Iron "?

"Yeah, well. You know very well."

Two names from those old adventurers days, you know this guy very well. Even Ardelheit, even though no one knows that much anymore. Not to mention that I specialize in the back, and I'm less well known.

"Is it true?!? Actually, it was me, the adventurer! Um, you can shake my hand!?

"Oh, yes."

When I give him my hand, he grabs it with both hands and swings it up and down again with the boom. Don't grip so much force with a sticky hand.

"I see......! If" Princess "and" Black Iron ", and their disciples, are together, it is certainly a story of convincing. Sorry for the boring talk, apparently there's really no turnout for Tazarnia"

"That's more than anything. So, can you get me a map of the area?

It seems that Rise's doubts have also been dispelled and he is finally entering the operational conference in earnest. Even when it comes to maneuvers, I think it would be very simple because it's about Nell. As the soldiers prepared the map, Hal pulled my sleeve tip. If you look, Chinatsu is also lined up next to Hull.

"Um, could the masters be celebrities from a long time ago? It's nice to say" princess "or" black iron. "

"You're a celebrity, or as an adventurer, you just knew the name there. Black iron and so on are two common names for adventurers. It was over 10 years ago, so I was surprised to remember."

"When I was an adventurer, was it? And two names...... you look great! I hope so, too."

Something, Hal's been staring at me with glitter in his eyes. These eyes are similar to yours, Muno. On the day they say two names at this age, I'm pretty embarrassed as far as I'm concerned... is it something that I still admire when I'm in adolescence?

"Because I use a sword, sword princess, or... or hang it with light magic, sword saint...?

Oh, Chinatsu's got a pretty favorite vibe, too, this. Thousand Natsu is grateful, and let's not ask about this. Erase and erase from memory. Whoa, looks like the map's here.

"The two forces are approaching this area from both ends of the north and south while gradually increasing their headcount on the road through goblins and oaks. Confirmed information suggests that the monsters under their command call the goblin king, the oak king, the" Demon King. "

"Oh, do other monsters speak the language?

"In one word, both populations seem to be. However, the intelligence level still seemed low and the information about the purpose was flawed. We are getting word that we are building a nest somewhere and looking for the next breeding place. The guards quickly noticed the monster's anomaly and the march speed was slow, so the surrounding villages were evacuated in time."

"Hmm. Then it's okay to fight somewhat unscrupulous,"

I heard good things, Nell nodded contentedly. First of all, Master Commander, please rejoice in the peace of mind and safety of the people.

"Ah, no... if possible, if we can ensure the safety of the villages' homes..."

"Well, I'll do it right."

"Oh, thank you. So, this is where we're expecting the collision, and I think it's suspicious."

Commander Janet points to a location on the map. The place is somewhat southeastern plain zone from here. It is also situated within easy sight of the rooftop of this fort.

"All right, then let's put up a formation there quickly! Oh, you got a simple tent at sunset and an iron plate or something? He says you can't fight when you're hungry, and he's waiting for you at the barbecue till the other one gets here!

………

The noble Lady Nell was surprisingly outdoorsy.