Carlisle started talking indifferently.
"'Darkness' is a nation that has excelled in manipulating the power of darkness - its descendants."
So I went on like this.
"... oh, don't hesitate to ask questions. I welcome you."
Well, please do it now.
That's what I asked you.
"What is the power of darkness?
"I don't really understand, but the magic we use - the power of its origins - is said to be. It is said that there are powerful secrets that we do not know about, just the source. I'm scared."
Fufufu laughed and Carlisle returned to the conversation.
"And that dark nation was defeated by the heroes. This kingdom was founded by the heroes. I mean, royalty and a lot of superior nobles are descendants."
"Why was the Dark Nation defeated?
"The Dark One tried to destroy the world with the Dark King."
"Destroy the world? But they're human, aren't they? Does it make sense to destroy it?
"Their doctrine is, 'Bring everything back to the chaos of darkness.' The world that sinks into the original darkness is the world they want - the time."
So Carlisle puts a space between them.
"But, as Alberto says, they're human too. It's only natural that I don't want to die. Nobody cared about such a thing. Until the King of Darkness shows up."
"King of Darkness...?
"Oh, the King revived the ancient doctrine, and it was it that became the home of the people of darkness and inspired the other people to destroy the world."
And Carlisle goes on.
"The power of Dark Slave, a magical sword that hides its face in the mask of darkness and waves with a trained body, is unmatched - that's what it says."
A man with a mask and a sword.
The sight of the other day was in my head.
"... the man who fought at the academy?
"I'm sure I've taken over the gear... but that man is the son of darkness. It's the same in terms of the Lord of Darkness. The first master was the King of Darkness, and since then he has been called the Son of Darkness - I wonder."
Carlisle continued after thinking a little.
"There's a reason the Dark King was the first, and the Dark King is not dead."
"He's not dead? A long time ago, isn't it?
"It's sealed. It was too strong to be defeated. The kingdom's forefathers rejected his ambitions by sealing him up."
That said, Carlisle placed a rectangular figurine on the table that had been removed from the inside of the garment.
"The key to that seal is this dark mark."
"Whoa, whoa, whoa! You carry it around, don't you!? I mean, can I take it out!?
Philbus, who was listening silently, shouted.
Hahahaha! And Carlisle laughed.
"Even though it is sealed, the school is noisy because of the Kingdom Festival and the noise before. I'll keep it until it settles down. Look, if I keep it, it's safe, right?
"Well, yes, but...."
While saying that, Philbus's face said, "Eh, okay? It was the expression that felt like '.
Carlisle continued to care.
"It's not just a sign of darkness. Five pieces of sacrificial equipment including them. The Dark Lord was sealed on five items. The goal of darkness is to gather the five sacrifices and bring the Dark King back to life again - to destroy this world."
And then he said:
"This time I was able to defeat the darkness. But the stupidity of darkness has been spreading all over the kingdom for a long time now... all-out war is inevitable. We will be caught in a battle in which we have risked the world's survival for no reason."
Carlisle saw me.
"Alberto, your magic arrow is our hope. I need your help."
"With pleasure."
Carlisle then saw Laura.
"Laura, help Alberto. Your brightness and correctness are what Alberto needs."
"Yes! Good luck!
Carlisle nodded and opened the small box on the table.
"Alberto, Laura. Take this."
Remove the two rings from there.
This is the ring that nullifies the poison.
"... poison?
I jump up my eyebrows at words that aren't calm.
"Not only poison, but also quite resistant to other condition abnormalities. It's quite expensive. Don't sell it secretly."
Carlisle quickly pulled in a smiling smile.
"I don't know what you think of darkness, but you should be more vigilant than confronting the Son of Darkness."
"Okay."
I put the ring on my left index finger.
"Ah, you know!
Laura opens her mouth.
"Wow, can I have something as expensive as this?!
"Of course, Laura. Later, I want you to change your perception. You play a much larger role than you think. [M] You're in the middle of something, too. I'm counting on you."
"... thank you!
Laura puts a ring on her left little finger.
After watching us, Carlisle closed the story.
"The battle against darkness will intensify. Expectations of you are great. [M] Let's do our best to keep the peace in this country."
I nodded forcefully.
I am a nobleman of the kingdom. Nobles have a duty to protect their country. That's why I didn't say no.
For the country.
For the people who live in this country.
I will dedicate all my powers.
And then...
"Mr. Alberto! Let's do our best together!
To protect her smile.
I see. Greetings, Laura. "
I smiled at Laura.
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After the kingdom festival,
Laura and I decided to drop off a student.
"... thank you. It's all right."
In front of the main gate of the academy, the girl looked back and said.
Her name is Liz.
When Laura and I didn't see each other much, I was a girl student who was shortening her distance.
And then...
A girl who signed a dark contract with Sirless for fear of falling, and also a girl who hurt Laura with her power.
Liz was expelled from school.
The reason is that he wrongfully took the exam.
Of course, face-to-face.
The truth is that the kingdom must not place people in the academy who have been contaminated by the "power of darkness" that sharpens their nerves.
"Liz, I'm fine....."
Laura says that in a dull tone.
"Yes, Laura."
Then I continued like this.
"Sorry, Laura. I hurt you....."
"It's okay! Never mind! I'm fine! Yes!"
Laura smiles more than usual.
"... so sweet, Laura."
Then Liz saw me.
"Thank you, Alberto. You helped me back then. If it weren't for you, I'd take Laura..."
"I'm glad I didn't have to. Never mind."
"Mmm...."
Nodding in an ambiguous manner, Liz turned to Laura.
"You know, Laura."
"Yes"
"It's true that I approached Laura because Surrez told me... well, I'm glad I was able to talk to Laura a lot."
"Me too! Nice talking to Liz!
I'm sure that's Laura's heart. Laura is not an appropriate person to talk to.
Time with Liz would have meant a lot to Laura.
"I wanted to get along with Laura faster. I guess that's what I regret... I'm sure if Laura was straight, she would have scolded me for waving at Salles."
"No... I can't believe I'm going to scold you..."
So I said.
"You're gonna get scolded."
"Eh!?
Laura was surprised.
You're a good preacher.
"Yeah!?
Laura shook her hand.
"Chi, no! Ah, that's backup! I'm here for you!
"Hahaha, I know. It's a joke."
Laura narrowed her eyes to my funny words.
"Mr. Alberto, you're joking."
"Ahh....."
It is embarrassing to be pointed out to the face. Sure, I don't remember telling Laura that.
"But I'm a little happy."
Liz talked to Laura with a smile.
"Hello?
"Oh, I'm sorry!?
"Fufu, that's nice, it seems like you're getting along."
Liz's eyes can be narrowed down as if she saw something blind looking at us.
Well, let's get rid of the bugs.
"Yeah, that's it, that's it!?
"Hahaha! No offense, don't worry about it! But I have to go now. My time here is over."
Liz looked up at the school building.
"My dream was turned down - this feels good. It is true that I did not have enough abilities. In the village, just being a magician can help, so I'll try my best there."
"Mr. Liz...."
Liz slapped Laura's shoulder with a sad gaze.
"It's okay. You can cheer me up somewhere in your heart, Laura."
"I'll do my best to support you, Liz!
"Ah, are you going to scold me, Laura?
"Oh, I'll scold you as much as I can, Laura."
"Aaah, Mr. Alberto!? Liz too!? That's not true, because I support you!?
After the lonely laughter subsided, I told Liz
I'm sure you'll hear what I have to say.
"Liz, I've lost my weakness once again. It has become regrettable and still remains. Some people laugh at it. But..."
Laura and Foulin came up behind my head.
"Some people believe me now. That fact supports me. I may try to crush you in this bitter past, but keep walking. There's always someone who can reach out to you in the future."
Liz looked at me in surprise, but eventually she smiled and said.
"Mr. Alberto, what a surprise.
And this keeps going.
"I'll do my best. I'll carve the words right here!
Tong, Liz tapped her chest with her fingers.
Well then, let's go. Thanks for dropping me off! "
Liz left the academy when she turned her back on us.
Laura murmured in a lonely tone as she dropped off Liz.
"The darkness broke Liz's heart... and I want to make sure this doesn't happen again."
"That's right...."
Carlisle's "darkness" stupidity.
Even the Academy, the throat of the kingdom, had the shadow. We need to tighten our minds...