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"I contacted you. Here's the magic equipment."

"Thank you."

Gilbert received the magic equipment at the Magic Tower in the Imperial Castle.The magic equipment borrowed this time is usually used mainly by the Knights for investigation.Normal recording devices need to be operated at the beginning and end of the recording, which senses magic and records it on its own.Naturally, it is not commonly distributed because of the risk of being used in crime, but it was something that Gilbert and the others were used to.That's why you can easily borrow it by asking.

It was thanks to Sofia that I was able to make a loan to the Magic Tower recently.A necklace magic tool used for restraint when Elatos seized it before.They negotiated it and provided it to the Magic Tower after the war.I've given you rare things I've seen on missions before, but this time it seemed particularly valuable.

Normally, if a magic device tries to restrict the movement of another person, it often acts on that person's magic.But that collar isn't.The fact that it worked on Sofia means it didn't use the human magic on its side.

"Oh, that collar is great.I'm sure it's a magic tool, but it works with the magic of the user.Is it a usage method that can be said to orient magic?I think it can be called unlimited artificial magic.Thank you, Lord Gilbert, for this wonderful thing. "

Baron Gaske, the director of the Magic Tower, says smile.This man named Baron Gasket is the younger brother of one of the Earls.Instead of succeeding the lowest of some of the titles the house had, it seems to be freely researching magical instruments.As for Gilbert, the type of man who is obsessed with something is very easy to talk about.

"If you like it, I'd appreciate it."

"Fufufu, if you can get me something so nice, I'll help you as much as I can."

"Thank you for saying that."

Gilbert put the magic equipment he received from Baron Gasket in a small box in his hand.I hope you can find out who did this and calm Sofia's mind a little bit.

The Marquis of Forster is well guarded.He also employs escorts for the Mansion and guards the Wall with magic equipment to avoid trespassing.Some of his servants mix things that he remembers in his arms, and he actively teaches those who wish to fight.The house was resistant to attacks from outside, but at the same time, it was brittle inside.That's why Sofia was captured.A sense of companionship among servants and adequate hospitality to customers.They are both virtues and weaknesses.

Baron Gasket laughed at the prank while lifting his thick lens glasses.

"Yes, but don't break it.You have a record. "

Gilbert recaptured a box containing magic equipment.I know. Without the bracelet, the magic equipment will break under the influence of its magical strength.This is because the core Magic Stone is broken.

I usually wear bracelets outside of the Mansion's private rooms, but I broke them during my previous assignment and broke the communication magic equipment I was given.

"... I'll be careful"

"Please."

That's what Baron Gasket said and shook his neck to the right and left.

"Sofia, can I have a moment?"

Upon returning home, Gilbert returned to his room and changed easily before heading to Sofia's room.Sofia seemed to be dressed for a meal, and the door opened a little after she spoke up.Carina opened the door and Sofia peeked into her face.

"Yes, Mr. Gilbert."

Gilbert quickly overlooked the room.Make sure there's no one else, then open your mouth.

I installed magic equipment, so I want you to check it.

I was installing it before I called Sofia, watching when there was no one in the hallway.It's in a depression on the door, so you can't find it unless you're conscious.

Sofia stared at me in surprise.

"Um... you're surprisingly discreet."

"Phew... if it stands out, it won't make sense."

Gilbert leaked his laughter unbearably.Sophia also noticed and smiled a little shy.That's good. If Sofia's mind gets a little lighter, it means I borrowed magic equipment.

"If you need anything, tell Hans or me."

Sofia is able to handle magic equipment with a ring of indigo crystal stone, but it is dangerous to take the magic equipment attached to the top of the door by herself, and if the killer is seen, it is dangerous by herself.If Gilbert could always be by his side, there would be no problem, but that would not be the case.Hans is the most reliable person when something happens at the Mansion instead.Gilbert trusts Hans that much.

"Okay, thank you."

Sofia glanced at the magic instrument to confirm its existence and nodded firmly with Gilbert's eyes in front of her.