Life in Another World as a Maid Mage

The next morning the sky was clear. The clear and refreshing morning evoked people's hearts, and the streets were alive from before dawn.

At the beginning of the dawn, the sky became a royal symbol, changing from a purple blue color like the snowflakes of the national flowers to a pale purple color, gradually fading from the eastern sky to a beautiful light red color. The snow, which was dropping a dark pale shadow, reflected the color of the sky and was lightly colored. Eventually, it was illuminated by the morning sun, which appeared on the ground, sparkling like a diamond.

Waking up in the dim light and enjoying a light morning sleep, Theori gently extended one arm away from Alec, who embraced herself. Watch the dawn of this beautiful tris from the gap between the curtains rolled up.

(... beautiful)

Brick tiles and stone towns are completely different from home, but there's nothing unmistakable about snow-free whiteness, clean air in the morning, or the beauty of the dawn sky.

― ― Every day, in this world isolated from home, we find a vision of the nostalgic world in this sky by recruiting the thoughts of our hometown. I'm sure that every time I look at the sky in the future, I'll think about my hometown the same way.

But it's not like those days that were filled with despair and abandonment. The days ahead of us for a clean morning with our loved ones and loved friends are sure to be warm and gentle.

The majestic sky of the kingdom, raised by Shiori, who has acquired a new homeland, quietly overlooks people.

(... I still have to get another one to admit it... but)

It may not be easy for Alec's half-brother, the king of this country, to admit it. But Alec told me that he would always choose Shiori at the end of the day. You said you'd protect me. That's why I don't miss you anymore. I'm not alone.

Alec moved as he slept in a hug. The eyelids opened loosely, and the clear blue eyes reflected Shiori. Having been awake for some time, he smiled faintly after blinking several times.

"... good morning, Shiori"

The slightly scattered low voice of the wake gently shivers Shiori's tympanic membrane. It's just such a casual greeting, but it's so expensive.

"Hello, Alec."

Siori also smiled and whispered back, gently mouthing his lips. A slight laugh leaked from the warm lips that touched her and she was drawn to it. Pecking lipstick. Like a morning greeting between birds, it was soft and gentle.

"Wake up."

"Yeah."

Saved by Alec, who woke up earlier, he got up and gently touched his lips again before lowering his feet to the floor. Louis, who was already awake, extended her tentacles and greeted her as she stretched out in the morning.

Good morning, Lori.

"Don't let the sperm come out this morning."

Instead of responding, Louis shakes her body and focuses on stretching again.

I smiled at the lovely appearance of such a mypaced cohabitant and dressed myself and opened the door to the living room. Open the curtains to catch the morning sun, wash your face in the bathroom, and then stand in the kitchen.

This calm time for Alec and the two of us to prepare a meal while having a chat. I liked Shiori when I felt small happiness. But this moment today felt more expensive and warmer than ever.

By accepting his roots by his lover and brother and being recognized by the frontier uncle who ruled the land, the heavy stones of his heart were removed, and the mist that had covered his vision until then was clear, and all the scenery that was visible to him was vividly colored.

(Recognize yourself... and have someone else recognize you. I can't believe the world looks so different just because of that)

A big hand touched Shiori's cheek, which exhaled emotionally. Gently uplifted and gently mouthed.

"... what's wrong? Blurring. Still sleepy?

"Yeah, I was just thinking."

"Thinking."

Siori smiled at Alec, who had just lowered her eyebrows and buttocks and looked worried.

"I'm not worried or anything like that. I was so happy, I thought so."

Acknowledging each other and being together. To stay. Siori said he was biting the pride. Having heard that, he smiles and drops his mouth again.

Louis pecked and smiled at each other many times, quietly confirming their thoughts. Though he said he was hungry, Siori looked down at it and smiled.

Wait for me. I'll be right there.

Place roasted bacon and boiled eggs on your favorite wooden dish, then add 1,000 slices of snowflake lettuce from the potted plants at the window and pickles to make. In the meantime, Alec made the berry syrup hot water and sliced the cereal bread.

Arranging butter, handmade jam, and bottled preserved food on the table, Louis jumped on the chair with a whirlwind.

"Please wait. Let's eat."

Lori trembles with joy.

"I'll take it."

"I'll take it."

Looking at Alec, who was completely accustomed to a Japanese-style pre-dinner greeting with his hands slightly lowered, he grabbed the cutlery with a smile.

The usual dining scenery for two and one, which became commonplace after living with Alec. Siori hopes that this fine and precious scene, which surrounds the table with a smile while having fun chatting, will last forever.

There will still be a number of trials to overcome for that.

But still, I'm sure we can get through this with these lovely ones.

Beginning with my brother and spinning with my colleagues, friends and loved ones, the thoughts and bonds I have grown have certainly supported Theoli, who was lonely. As long as there is this bond, I will never be alone. And it will continue to grow little by little. A bond that will continue to spin in this country and in this world.

"Yes, Siori."

Yeah?

"I'll send you another letter later. I'm going to pay my brother back for you."

"Ah... yeah"

The last secret I revealed to them. I will reward my younger brother, the king.

"Of course Chris will report it, but you should tell him directly from me."

"Yeah, I see. I'm sorry, but I'm kind of making a lot of noise...."

Not only is it not normal, but it has put them through a lot of trouble. Alec laughed at Siori, who was worried about it, telling her not to worry.

"Instead, you're going to make a scene about me. I'm more worried about you."

There were so many things he had to do to decide how to move forward, including the roots and procedures that accompanied it. Of course, I intend to cooperate as much as I can as Shiori, and I must also consolidate my own ground and prepare myself. There will be a lot to remember.

Alec, sitting opposite him, gently grabbed the hand of Shiori, who naturally stretched himself to the point where he was not just happy.

"Don't get too upset. Me and you. You don't have to hurry. Let's move slowly and steadily."

"... yeah. Thank you, Alec."

This man always cheers me up. Stay by when you're anxious and give me the words I want. Siori broke his face knowing that he was really close to me.

"... you don't have to worry too much about royal relationships because I and Zack do them. I don't know how long it will take, but I think it should take years. But don't worry, I'll keep you posted."

"Yeah, okay. So, what can we do together?

Slightly contemplating the question, he nodded, saying yes.

"For now, let's continue our adventurer activities. And I want to name myself as an adventurer and make it the foundation of ground consolidation. I know you and I have come to a good place, but we're still in a weak position. But you don't have to hurry. Let's go steadily into the tunnel as we've always done. Even if you're in a hurry, it won't be a shame."

"Yeah."

"Fortunately, I am being examined for promotion to S-Class. Until now, I have declined because of various conveniences, but I will not hesitate to go to the next consultation. But as far as I'm concerned, I don't think I've done enough to get an S-Class yet. That's why you don't have to pick out all the dangerous requests, but well... I'll do it in the tunnel."

"Nh, I see... but"

After nodding, Theori answered her question.

"What are the conditions for becoming S-Class? Like when you go to class B, it's not just about the number of requests and the number of crusades, right?

I see. But I don't even know the terms. I'm sure you've already met the conditions... "

With some thought, he said after sipping the after-dinner tea.

"I received most of the requests with Clement, who was working as a partner in the synchronization. However, given that he hasn't been interviewed, it's possible that I'm the only one involved in the big request."

There seems to be rumor that one of the conditions is a Crusade Request with a special S rank for difficulty such as Dragons, Wyburn, and Behemoth. In fact, all the adventurers who have been promoted to S-Class so far have special S-rank magic beast crusade experience.

However, as with Alec and Zach, Clemens and Nadia, who have participated in these Beast Crusades, do not appear to have been promoted to S-Class at this time.

He therefore said that, if he had any idea, he would have worked to solve the case of the beast entanglement that had disturbed the world.

"I thought about it when I got B, but the terms of my promotion are still off the record."

"Oh, there's a lot of criticism that it's unpublished, so it's up to the master and it's unfair, but... there's something I can't help it with."

"That's right...."

Once you know the terms, you may be able to choose and prefer only those requests that are convenient for your assessment. In fact, requests that are likely to have a significant impact on the assessment may be dealt with.

"Hmm... but as far as I'm concerned, at least I can't get an S-Class promotion. When I stabbed the Phantom like I did in Silveria, it was a big deal because everyone gave it to me."

"Well, unfortunately..."

The bitter smile tightened his expression by placing the tea ware.

"Nevertheless, it is fortunate whether such a request will come and whether plans are conveniently available at that time. However, if there is credibility and trust, there will be more requests for nominations. Even if it's not S-Class, the fact that there's a nomination is evidence of that."

He said that attracting luck was also one of his abilities. Building trust with your surroundings creates good connections. Luck is the edge - it attracts big jobs.

"That's what the prestigious Rovnell family nominated you for. The request from the cathedral is because there were people who knew about your personality and your work."

There must be another connection from there. He said that the hands-on edge would enhance his reputation in the area and also lead to ground consolidation.

"You now have the backing of the Rovnell family, the Archbishop and the Border Guard. And I'm happy to remember the Enqvist family who made the connection with the Rovnell family. Although this alone is quite significant, Yae's Yang Mei Chamber of Commerce may also become prominent in Japan in the future. At this rate, we will build a firm position and place for you in this country. You don't have to be nervous. You just have to work politely at the same pace as before."

"Alec...."

He has no intention of leaning on his royalty. I am trying to gain status and prestige in my own hands and make sure of my position. That's what they say when they step on it and go back to their original identities.

And he wants it from Theori. To stand next to him, the king's brother, in the position of an unaccompanied Gentile, we need something that convinces everyone. Of course, there are many people who will not admit it, but it is also necessary to have an unshakeable attitude to it.

"My achievements are insignificant compared to those who have supported the royal family and the country for decades and centuries. Merit would also be embarrassing. But I still want to be his... Olivier's... brother. With all my heart, I'm Olivier's brother. I want to fulfill my role as king and brother in my own way."

He said that he chose the path of adventurer because he wanted to be of service to the people at all. He was still helpless as a boy, and he was the only job he could choose while hiding his identity. It was his best "duty" to hope that the nation would be able to protect the small things it could not protect. So he set foot on the adventurer's path with Zach's guidance.

"--I 'm sure the point of view... was because it was close to the people."

Theoli murmured with such thoughts.

Yeah?

Siori repeated his words to Alec, who leaned his neck.

"It may be prejudicial, but if you're a nobleman, maybe... you realize that there are people you can't protect. I don't think that's a bad thing, but I think there are a lot of small things that are missed or truncated to protect big things... it feels really good to protect such things. Did Alec ever tell you?

The people are not consumables for the nobility.

That's what he said to a servant of the Enqvist family who tried forcibly to take a tired Shiori to save our Lord. The idea of that servant saying, "It's not a long story, if you have something to say about the young man" is by no means wrong, but still, I was glad that he cared about himself, who was finally standing up due to lack of magic.

Such a perspective is also necessary for ruling the country. Though difficult for a royal aristocrat who is in a position to protect many things, Siori thinks it is from Alec, who was born as a bastard son of the royal family and has thrown most of his life into the city well.

"Shiori....."

Having listened to him, he opened his eyes. Think for a while and nod as if you had decided something.

"... in fact, I still didn't know what to do to fulfill my duties as a king brother. I wanted to do something for Olivier's country... but yes."

Alec stared at Shiori.

"Me and you were weak in this country, but there's so much I know. It's not bad to do something for people like us."

"Yeah. I don't know much about life magic or cooking... and I've been worried about it many times because it's plain, but there are a lot of people who want to know and remember... oh, I've been thinking lately when it helps something."

The soy sauce taught to Dennis came to the attention of the chef of the Rovnell family, and from there, he was able to marry Yae. While watching their desire to sell Oriental condiments to the Kingdom based on their knowledge, I thought that teaching and disseminating their technology and knowledge would also be a reward for the people who took care of them.

"Oh, I see. This next magic course in life... if it succeeds, why don't you put it together in a textbook? You can also announce it through a guild. I see you're not too bitter to write a sentence."

"Eh... it's just..."

Theori nodded after thinking about it for a while.

"I think it's going to be difficult right away, but... yeah. I'll think about it."

Given my age and physical strength, which is over thirty years old, I can work as an adventurer for as long as ten years. Many adventurers also seem to think about how to swing by roughly forty. No matter how you train, aging alone cannot stop the decline. It is also an era when the impossibility of being young begins to manifest itself.

This work of strength contest is different from those who think about the next job, those who return home, those who move to internal work, and those who walk their lives as leaders before their bodies become immobile as they think by decay.

After I quit the adventurer again, what can I do to stand next to Alec and what can I do with him to "do the job" - when I think about it, there's not much I can do right now. Because I don't, I think I should make the most of what I have.

"Teach me knowledge and skills....."

I felt that the vague statue of the future looked thin and blurry.

Theoli

From his seat, Alec's arm stood behind him, holding Shiori's body.

"Take your time. Let's walk together..."

Low, warm, gentle voice that sounded over your back.

I'm here, too! However, Louis trembled.

"Yeah."

I had a hunch that the future ahead of me with my sweet and trustworthy lover, my sweet friend, would still be warm, even though I still don't see it well.

We will continue to build up small efforts to ensure that the path we follow is narrow and reliable.

With his hand on Alec's large shoulder, Siori smiled small, accepting the gentle tone given over her shoulder.