Maou No Utsuwa

Using Lutz as bait, the thoughts of the Kamuis, who tried to gather information, almost ended in failure.

Lutz is extraordinarily talented about swords, but it wasn't in a clever way to come and go between the two forces to gather information. I immediately find myself in an enthusiastic solicitation, and unless Kamui admits it, he lets go of saying he can't do that.

In the meantime, just two weeks. Lutz is equal to no information collected. Besides, Lutz said that, so the story immediately came to Kamui.

I want to talk to you once. Hildegand of the Oriental House and Deefleet of the Western House, a use from both sides comes and tells this. Besides, on the same day as if I had signed up. I even thought about turning it down, but Kamui headed to the designated place thinking I wouldn't miss this such an opportunity to talk to the two of them.

On my way was a room in the school building with a room for a group that carries out extracurricular activities for the College. Who named it, commonly known as, between princess lilies. It's a salon where the Hilders gather.

"When did you get all this stuff ready?

Came in front of the room, and Kamui was stunned. At the corner of the floor lined with several rooms, in front of that room was decorated a small flag depicting the lily, the crest of the Oriental House of Uncle. I just think it's to boast about my own forces.

Seeing that, I honestly wanted to turn back, Kamui, but even if I ran away today, I know I'll be called back. I was ready and knocked on the door.

"Get in!"

What I heard from inside was a man's voice. Formal, I get a bitter laugh at that response

"Excuse me."

When I opened the door and went inside, in the center of the room, there was a large table. The students surrounding it. Hildegand is the one in the deepest view.

"Go ahead, sit down."

"Yes."

Kamui was shown in the lower seat closest to the entrance. Hildegand is a long way from home.

"Lord Kamui Kreutz, right?

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"Lord Kamui Kreutz, right?

"Mind if I answer straight?

"Yes?"

"No, I thought you had to let the next person through."

"That kind of care is unnecessary. We're students."

"Oh, I get it. I'm Kamui. Nice to meet you."

No one is responding except a student sitting on Hildegand's left smiling slightly. Kamui's sarcasm didn't seem to make sense to the other students.

"Nice to meet you. My name is Hildegand Ethenberg."

Hildegand named himself with his blue eyes pointed straight at Kamui, smiling. Everyone will be enchanted, it's a giggle.

"I know."

Naturally, it's not a kamui that moves my mind to such a grin. I replied with an attitude of what it was.

"Yes...... That's good."

Slightly, Hildegand shows disappointment. Proof that the smile is conscious.

"So what's the story?

"A little, I wanted to talk to you, so I called you."

"Yes. What is that story?

As for Kamui, I want to finish the conversation and go next. That's what I thought, and suddenly I asked him to get down to business, but this thought didn't reach Hildegand.

"Is the injury okay?

Exchange of distant conversations. Direct remarks are outrageous as nobility. Yes, Hildegand is taught.

"Yes. Totally already"

"I heard. I hear you were my parents."

"No, you don't"

"What? I'm getting honfleet plots and reports, right?

Hildegand's gaze, saying so, is directed at the students next to his left.

"Dear Hildegand, He says his home isn't Honfleet, it's Viscount Kreutz."

"Oh, is that so? Right, I was wrong about this. I apologize."

"No, never mind"

At least there seems to be a lot of applause for your mistakes. Kamui's appreciation of Hildegand increased slightly.

"That was a disaster. From what I hear, it's a good place to deserve it. I can't believe we resented you for what we did."

Incidents that occurred within the Imperial College founded by the original ancestors, the investigation of which was prompt and thorough. The killer was immediately caught and confessed to having been grabbed by Honfleet after a harsh interrogation.

The motive is completely ridiculous. The Honfleet family was insulated by many of the other houses because they had misapproached Kamui. Kamui's mother, Sophia's fame, had not diminished even after her death.

Upon learning of it, the Honfried family rushed to consider returning Kamui to their homes, but at that time Kamui had been adopted by the Kreutz family. Then there's nothing more the Honfleet family can do about it.

No merchant deals with a house that would be insulated by other nobles. The profanity compelled him to repay the accumulated loan and dispose of the property from one end. The Honfleet family heard that Kamui had returned to the college when he was finally bankrupt.

My resentment turned to Kamui, who eventually came back to college, even though he had this in his eyes. It's just a rebellion.

Killing him, I know he suspects himself. The aim is to make people think that Kamui is the kind of person who deserves an allowance. Kamui is a despicable person who plants poison, in order to win his presence. It was this kind of muscle writing.

'Cause that's the house.'

The Honfleet family will be cut off.

"Really?"

"... is it good? Even though it's a terrible house, you have blood connected grandfathers, uncles, cousins, right?

Kamui's reaction was different from what Hildegand wanted.

"I promised when I left the Honfleet family. Do not engage with each other in the future. The blood connection is also going to be broken by then."

"Yes. So it's a cut off, then, right?

"Naturally. It is not an acceptable place to be a nobleman of the Empire, such as to cause scandals in the founding college of our ancestors."

Kamui speaks of things not even in his heart. I intend to suit Hildegand's tastes.

"Right."

When they say this, Hildegand can only agree. Hildegand's gaze turned again to the student next to his left. Seeing that gaze, Kamui finally figured out what Hildegand wanted to say. In other words, if you hold your mouth, you may be spared the disconnection. That's what I wanted to say.

Hildegand thought that Kamui wouldn't be able to stay calm, either, if it were just the severance of his parents' house. By stopping that, you wanted to sell your favors to Kamui.

An aristocratic way. I can't keep my head down if you honestly give up Lutz. This is what Kamui decided. Naturally, the rating goes down.

"Is that what you're talking about? I appreciate what you told me about the disposition, even though it's not about the house."

"No, it's no big deal."

"Now if you'll excuse me."

"Yeah, there was something I wanted to talk to you about, too, okay?

A male student, sitting next to Hildegand's left, called out to Kamui, who tried to take a seat. Hildegand can't really cut the story out, so I guess he sees it.

"Excuse me?

"It's Matthias Schneider. Greetings."

"Nice to meet you. So what's the story?

"The other day, when you were injured. I worked with Lutz-kun at your place."

"Really?"

"Didn't you see it?

"Excuse me. My classmates were so loud that I couldn't afford to watch them."

Half is true, half is a lie. It's true that I was dealing with Serene, but even if I wasn't, I wasn't watching.

"Right. So, what's the result?

"I don't know."

"Come on. Just listen to the results of your men, okay?

"Right. Now I will."

If it's the result of Lutz's serious presence. That's something you don't need to say.

"He's strong."

"Isn't that as good as Mr. Mathias?

"Do you know me?

"No. But I know how strong Mr. Hildegand is. Mr. Mathias seemed trusted by Mr. Hildegand."

Hildegand had sent his gaze to Mathias many times. As much as anyone can tell by watching how that goes.

"Right.... I don't mind saluting. You and I, the title of my parents remains unchanged. Years should be the same."

"No, other than my friends, I try to be careful what I say. Some of you care."

"I don't care, though"

"It's not that easy to switch, so don't worry about it"

Kamui doesn't give Matthias an island to attach to. Personally, I know we're going to get close, but it's clear Matthias is the most trusted side of Hildegand. It was decided that not to get too familiar would be a busy thing.

"Well, what choice do we have? So, Lutz, I won for once."

"Again, you're strong?

"It's a slight difference. Don't think I was losing if I got it wrong."

"Really? Rutz would love to hear you say that."

The victory and defeat made Matthias think of it as a piece of paper. For the rush, Clumsy Lutz was also different with regard to the sword.

"That Lutz."

"What's Lutz?

"Haven't you heard? I'm asking you to serve Master Hildegand."

"Lutz is under my command, though?

"Oh, I think that's bad. So this is how we're talking today. I was wondering if I could count on your forgiveness."

"Why seek Lutz? Are you sure you want to ask why?

Kamui's gaze, which pronounced the inquiry, is geared towards Hildegand.

"As the Oriental House, it is only natural to seek the best."

"Really? But you can't. Lutz is also one of my men, but before that, he's a friend. Lutz said no to me, didn't he? I want to respect the will of my friends."

"But if you're a friend, shouldn't you think about their future?

Matthias looks bitter at Hildegand's words. I guess I didn't think it was a good answer. In fact, at the point of the first answer, Kamui has decided to rate Hildegand. Naturally, it's the worst rating.

"What does that mean?

"Serving me means serving the Oriental House. I think it's a boom for him."

It was the answer I expected, but when it's spoken clearly, it doesn't feel good. Because that's what they say, above the Viscount Kreutz, the Easenberg Oriental House.

"Will Mr. Hildegand succeed the Count of the East?

"... No, my brother will inherit my home"

"So Lutz is not going to serve the Oriental House, is he? Can not having a home to serve be called glory?

"You are disrespectful to Hildegard!

Now it's a boy student next door to his right. I found myself a student who yelled at me when I entered the room out of voice. I have the impression that this one is unlikely to be very friendly compared to Matthias.

"I'm sorry about this. Dear Hildegand, I beg your pardon."

Kamui does not reveal his inner heart on the table and honestly utters his words of admiration. Matthias is laughing bitterly again. You must have noticed what you put on purpose.

"No, I don't mind....... I wouldn't call it an immediate conclusion. Think about it for a second."

I haven't answered my own question. I thought so, but Kamui is already open to talking.

"Okay. Keep your words to your chest. So now it's time for you to excuse me?

"Yeah, that's it."

"Bye."

Take a seat and head for the exit. I looked back and thanked him when I left the room, but Matthias was the only one with an eye on Kamui.

Seeing Matthias bow his head lightly, Kamui also, again, bowed his head toward Matthias alone and left the room.

(... don't get tired. Well, I guess I get it. For better or worse, nobility feels like this should happen. And it's someone named Matthias who should be on guard. What a waste. I don't care what you think. I think that guy is the better person to stand on top of people. Okay, next)

Even after Hildegand, Deefreet Oppenheim is still there. While feeling pretty depressed, I headed to Deefleet's waiting room.

Unfortunately for Kamui, the place of destination is right there. Deefleet's waiting room is on the other side of the same floor. In just a few minutes Kamui got there. I don't even have time to change my mind.

"Again."

The crest flag of the Western House was also adorned in front of the room. If the Oriental House drew lilies and swords on the redlands, this one is hawks and swords on the blue lands. I felt indescribable.

Get your mind back on it, knock on the door. Soon the door opened and the students who were inside inquired.

"Who is it?

Kamui Kreutz.

"I've been waiting for you. Please come inside."

Kamui enters the room with this in mind.

"Dear Deafried, Lord Kamui Kreutz is here."

"Oh, show me to my seat"

"Ha. Go ahead, go back"

Entering the back as prompted, a large desk at the protrusion, in the form facing each other in front of it, had the couch placed.

"Go ahead. Hang me on the couch."

A boy student sitting in a desk chair calls out. I don't even need to hear your name, Deefleet. As it was, Deefleet took his seat and sat in the front of Kamui.

"You've never faced each other like this. My name is Deefreet Oppenheim. I'm sorry you had to come all this way."

"No, this is Kamui Kreutz."

No one is present. Instead, looking around, all the other students are sitting at a desk placed along the wall doing something.

"Oh, never mind about them. They're busy studying themselves."

"Really?"

"You're gonna be busy too, so you better get in there, okay?

"If I could."

"I know he told you, but Lutz-kun at your place is asking you to come to me."

"Yes. But Lutz is under my command?

"I'm sorry. I should have talked to you first, but this one got a little rushed. Have you ever asked anyone to come to Hildegand?

"I know. Besides, I've been talking to Mr. Hildegand."

"Oh, shit. Have you crossed the line again..."

Kamui felt the atmosphere from Deefleet, not like a grand nobleman's younger brother.

"Excuse me. I heard from you first."

"Right...... Can I ask you what you're talking about?

"I'm just like Mr. Deefleet. I was told to give up Lutz."

"I guess. So what's the result?

"I refused. I don't think I've given up on that one."

"Right. I know that would be a pleasure, but if I did the same thing, would the results be the same?

"May I ask you something?

"Go ahead."

The answer is yes, but Kamui decided to make the Hildegand question Deefleet as well. To get to know people.

"Why do you seek Lutz?

"Oh, right. First of all, I should have explained that. Are you aware of the competition that takes place at the academy?

"Is it a competition?

I'm a little confused by the content of the story, which is completely different from what I expected.

"Don't you know? The college holds competitions once a year. Most middle-level students come from sophomores."

"Ha."

"A competition is a sword tournament that competes for which group is strongest. One team of five, played in tournament mode"

The competition is a competition that determines the strongest team of its generation. Though events within the College, out-of-school attention is also high in the martial arts proud empire.

"Do you have a rutz on that team?

"Yes. You know I'm a Western uncle, don't you?

"Of course."

"It's a hassle inside. The son of a great nobleman, too. Whether or not you can do well in that tournament involves the face of the house"

Competition teams are often shaped to carry the signs of leading aristocrats. If that happens, the victory or loss will even involve my parents.

"Oh, right"

I'm not interested in Kamui at all.

"Did you get stunned? Let me make an excuse for once, but it's not just the exchange of houses. Increase the honor of the house and, for that matter, increase my voice at my parents' house.... Isn't that an excuse? So it's just for your own greed, huh?

"Right."

"... you're making it clear."

"Oh, excuse me"

"No, it's good. Because it's true. But now let me really make an excuse. The Western House has quite a say among the empires"

"Yes......"

Not quite. The influence of the Quadrilateral House in the Empire differs greatly from the other houses in digits. Even the Emperor can't move things forward with total disregard for the Quartet House.

"Greater speaking power at home means stronger speaking power in the Empire. Well, we talked about it earlier. I still want to do what I can for the future."

"What do you do by strengthening your voice?

Deefreet, while saying he makes excuses, doesn't go ahead. In a hurry to do so, Kamui asked a slightly penetrating question.

"... what do you think of the present empire?

The words returned are more than you can imagine. Deefleet seems to have stepped in quite a bit too.

"I'm still a student"

It is not an unanswered question. In the meantime, Kamui tried to tease me.

"... right. I can answer that question in your position. Then it wasn't. I'll talk to you. I don't think the empire is good right now."

"Is it good? Tell me that story."

"It's a fact. And apparently you're a human being who doesn't respond to anything, even if you're hiding your heart. To get to know you, you need to expose yourself first, right?

"That's not..."

To be precise, Kamui is someone who does not expose herself even if she is exposed to them.

"Let's go on. I wonder if I can manage such an empire. To do this, you need to make the Empire recognize me as well as my parents. I can't tell you exactly what I'm going to do. I'm still worried about what to do in the first place. For now, winning competitions is one way to do that."

"Really? I understand why."

"I'm glad you understand."

"But don't we already have quite a few people at Mr. Deefleet's?

We know that the Hildegand of the Oriental House is there, so the Western House must have quite a few people to fight it.

"Oh, there are people I can trust. But if we're going to win the competition, we're not going to make it."

"Can't you beat Mr. Hildegand?

"Hildegand and Oscar. Both. I can't beat these two."

"It's a team fight, right?

"Second and third, we can't win either. At Hildegand there are two men, Matthias and Rank. Unfortunately, none of these two can beat me in my camp either. Even if the other two win, we lose this one two to three. And at Oscar's place, no one stands out but Oscar, but he's strong overall. Everybody, it's a knight's lineage. This one is for both of us, even if we can win. I still lose."

"Shouldn't we think of a combination?

It's a combination you can't bother to win, you don't have to fight from the front. All you have to do is compare each other's powers and think of a winnable combination.

This is what Kamui thought.

"If it was an actual war, I would. But the competition is a battle of honor. The order of the combination is the order of the strong from the vanguard."

"... that's a meaningless tournament. I know the results from the beginning."

"I think so, too. But I can't help it."

A promise to be aristocratic. Both Deefleet and Hildegand wondered if it was the same in terms of being tied up.

"... more than two years away, right? And the rest of us will still be strong, won't we?

"For that matter, we'll be stronger over there. You're actually soliciting Lutz-kun without being satisfied with your current power, aren't you?

"Is it a power takeover...... It's just a competition, and if I say anything, it pisses you off, right?

"I'm not angry, but it's important to me."

"At least Lutz won't go to Mr. Hildegand, and Mr. Oscar. Can't you be satisfied with that?

"Unfortunately. I'm the one who's in trouble with the status quo."

But it's this one who's in trouble.

"Well, you're an important minister."

"There's also that, but if Lutz goes to Mr. Deefleet, Mr. Hildegand will look at you. That's the opposite, isn't it? There's no way we want this to happen to Uncle Fang."

"... I'll take care of that"

"That's asking Mr. Deefreet to bet on his parents' house. It's not something I can judge, and my father wouldn't want that. You do know that the Borderlands want neutrality within the Empire, don't you? You're not right about the expression neutrality. The border area is only under His Majesty the Emperor. Because that's the kind of territory it is."

A borderline lord will never become a subordinate nobleman of some aristocracy. Border territory is almost equivalent to emperor territory. Even if a man of the aristocracy is sent, it is only a position as an official of the Empire, which is bound to be replaced after a certain term of office.

For certain aristocrats to have influence over the border territory, there is only one means: marriage. Therefore, situations like Serene will be targeted.

"... right"

"Honestly, the situation is also troubling right now. You won't get the impression that you don't have to go with either of them."

"I'm better off. Promise me you'll never have it in your roots."

This means Deefleet gave up Lutz's solicitation. In the meantime, with one of them cleaned up, Kamui was relieved inside.

"Please"

"But I only have one favor to ask you"

"... what is it?

"Can you just let this stop dating?

"What does that mean?

"Actually, I was interested in you too."

"... is it me?

Where did it fail? In my head, Kamui thinks. This answer was immediately given to me by Deefleet.

"It's what you do when you get hurt. You're not who you think you are around, are you?

"Did you do something?

"In that situation, I thought you used to take that action. Lutz and the other one. That was Alto, wasn't it? The two of you were quick to get started, but most of them are your instructions, right? As soon as I found out the sword was poisoned, you assumed an assassination. So you didn't try to get anywhere near anyone but the one you could trust, did you?

"It just so happens"

Even though he couldn't afford to care about his surroundings, Kamui reflects greatly on the fact that those who look out for him with it came out. Still, on the surface, I made him fall in love without showing that feeling. Even if you know it's probably useless with a Deefleet opponent.

"Plus subsequent treatments. How did you know how to treat poison?

"It happens, too."

"And more importantly, I talked to him today to be sure. You lose your head. Besides, when I criticized the Empire, I didn't change my complexion. Rumor has it, you and the person in front of you look different to me."

"You're the one who's gonna lose your head, aren't you? That's how you're going to incite me to do it?

"... Can't we still do this? Looks like I need time to find out who you really are after all. So why don't you give me that time? It's not time to reveal who you are. It's time for you to know who I am."

"... Mr. Deefreet has been a long time, hasn't he? It's a good representation inside."

"Is that praised?

"Yeah, I compliment you. Well, they seem to have bought it for a long time, but it will be good. Nothing. I won't imitate it like I would avoid here. If you find out about me, you'll be disappointed."

"I don't think so, but now you should just be satisfied that you got that promise. Well, keep it up."

"To the best of my ability"

Kamui has no intention of admitting that he will be close just because he did not refuse.

"... that's really prudent"

"That's the character. So can I be rude with this?

"Oh, I'm sorry I let you take the time"

Take a seat and head to the door Kamui. A student who was nearby opened the door to me, not even before Kamui put his hand on it.

As I look back and try to thank him, Deefleet is waving gently. In response to it with a bitter laugh, Kamui left the room.

"There was something terrible about this again."

I walked out of the room and accidentally squealed out of Kamui's mouth.

Deefleet's impression is the one who should rightly stand above people. Even the Western Uncle family didn't think Deefleet deserved it.

If that's all there is to it…, Deefleet has the potential to be. It could be the biggest danger figure, to the person. For some reason Kamui felt more secure than a sense of crisis.