That evening, I was meeting with Ezetta-Memen.

Located in a room in the "Magic Guild" research building.

In a large room surrounded by chairs and desks.

It appears to be a place used by magicians to conduct research in groups.

Now, my desk is against the wall, and I and Ethetta-Memen are standing in an empty space.

By the way, Odette contacted me about sick leave.

I don't know what Ezetta-Memen is like.

Let's go politely first.

"It's the first time I've seen you. Semi-B Magician, Ezetta-Memen."

I formally thanked him as a nobleman.

"Class C Magician Yuki-Grossalia. I'm here to see you."

"I'm sorry for calling you so suddenly. Yuki."

Eazetta-Memen has a gentle smile as he shakes his pale peach hair.

He's still young. He's in his early 20s, Odette said.

Short and childish, he looks just like me and Iris.

"When I saw you with your luggage, were you experimenting with magic?

"I just went outside King's Landing to get the materials and came back."

I put a leather bag on the floor.

The bags change shape and flatten on the floor.

What's in the bag is slime May.

We also put grass and fruit together.

From the outside, it looks like the material collected is jammed.

May is snugly clinging to the floor, looking for vibrations and footsteps on the floor.

That's how the slime originally detects the whereabouts of people and animals.

If anyone but us was hiding in the room, we'd know soon enough.

"Should I leave my luggage in the dormitory?

"I don't mind. I called you at my convenience."

Ezetta-Memen shook his neck to the side, and then

"First of all, I'm going to accompany you on your upcoming exploration of the fifth basement of Elysion."

"I see... It's comfortable to be with a semi-B class."

"No, Yuki and Odette will be great at finding new 'ancient magic' and rescuing Zamel's grandchildren."

"I was just lucky."

"Where does that fortune come from?"

My blue eyes were staring at me.

It's a line of sight to explore us.

After all, it's not just an administrative contact.

Ethetta-Memen was watching Odette with a wizard.

I don't know the purpose. So let's deal with it carefully.

Do not pass this information as far as possible and pull out the other information as much as possible.

That's why I'm here.

"... did you say luck?

I shook my head slightly and drowned.

Ezetta-Memen also had a nice smile.

"Yuki was lucky enough to find Ancient Magic. Mr. Odette is able to control the" Lord of the Spirit "(Phantom). You two are at the same party."

"I am His Highness Iris' Guard Knight, and Odette is His Highness's friend. We are very close to you at that edge."

"Is that also due to Yuki's strong luck?

"I believe it is due to His Highness Iris' personality and Odette's integrity."

Iris can't stop thinking about it. That's why I can't leave you alone.

This is how I work in the Magic Guild to protect him.

Odette is honest and righteous. Even if they knew who Iris and I were, they'd still be friends.

With that Odette, I can explore and investigate with confidence.

I didn't say a word. Mm-hmm.

"I've always been helped by those two. That's why you can explore Elysion more efficiently. That's why I discovered Ancient Magic."

I'm going to take Ethetta-Memen's gaze and visit.

"Did you call me here to talk about my luck?

"No"

Ezetta-Memen shook his neck sideways.

"I wanted to ask Yuki and Odette about a King's Cavalry."

"Some King Rider (Road)?"

"It's about the Black King Rider you met."

... that's the story.

The Black King (Lord of Noirs) first appeared when me and Odette were in Torrius territory.

Next is the border zone where I am.

Odette is also helped by the Black King Rider in the woods near King's Landing.

It's time to be questioned about the relationship.

"That's right. I have seen the king on several occasions."

"Do you have any idea who he is?

"No."

I answer slowly.

Don't be suspicious, stay calm and calm.

"What do you think Yuki should do to get it on his side?

"... even if I tell you, you're in trouble. I'm just a witness."

"It doesn't matter what you think."

"I have no idea. Rather, I want to ask the ancient civilized people why they left such things behind."

"I understand. I was thinking the same thing."

Ezetta-Memen laughed.

Then I'll show you how to think a little bit.

"According to Cain's hypothesis, it's being summoned to another King Rider."

"Really?

"Yes, Your Majesty seems to think that you are the guardian who showed up to stop the other King's horsemen from escaping."

"... that kind of thing?"

That means they don't realize I own the Black King Rider.

Well, don't you think the bastard of a country nobleman usually carries "ancient objects"?

"For example... if the Magic Guild comes together to fight the Empire, will that Black King rider be on your side? For example, will you ally yourself with the Kingdom of Ristia, which correctly handles the Rider of the Spirit King?

"Is that a question for Odette?

"Yes, I was actually going to ask him. As a man who deals with the same King Cavalry, I wanted to know if that Black King Cavalry would be one of the allies of the Magic Alliance."

A "Magic Guild"?

It's a strange word to catch.

In Roderia's investigation, it appears that the Marquis of Menmen are attempting to deepen their relationship with other nobles by paying off their debts.

His fellow aristocrats said, "The King will be the head of the Magic Guild and bring all magicians under his control. By doing so, we will face the Empire." ─ ─

The king who should be the leader of the Magic Guild refers to Prince Cain.

Neither the current king nor the First Prince is a magician.

These are just rumors. I'm not sure.

But... if Ezetta-Memen's parents were thinking of putting Prince Cain at the top of the Magic Guild, they would be able to gather information about the Black King Rider.

If that turns into an enemy, the 'Cain' advantage will turn upside down.

"I'm sorry, but I don't understand. I'll stop by Odette on my way home and ask him."

In the meantime, I decided to deceive myself.

"By the way, what is Eazetta's" Unified Magic Guild "? This is the first time I've heard of it....."

"'Unified Magic Alliance' refers to an Alliance that unites into one faction and moves with the will of the noble."

Ezetta-Memen said.

"The idea is that the Magic Guild should be unified under one will, since there are remnants of the Sanctuary Church and the threat of the Empire today. Recently, it seems that those who are worried about the future of the Alliance are saying something like that.

"You're thinking amazing things...."

I shrugged my shoulders.

"I just joined the Magic Guild, I can't imagine. I knew advanced magicians were amazing."

"... I see."

Again, an exploratory gaze.

Well, I don't know. When I first heard it, I should have made it look like a kid with shining eyes.

I'm not interested in faction fights.

It would be helpful if you didn't wave any more trouble.

"Related to that, I have a favor to ask you."

For a moment, Eazetta-Memen continued.

Look at me straight, with a serious look.

"From now on, we will explore the fifth basement level of Elysion. Could you please provide His Highness Cain with everything you discovered in the meantime?"

─ ─ That's what Eazetta-Memen said.

For a moment, I didn't know what they were saying.

"... why would you do that to me?

"Because I appreciate you, of course."

You don't look like you're joking.

Speaking of which, even between magicians, there is an exchange of achievements and achievements.

I share the credit for discovering Ancient Magic with Iris and Odette.

But me and Eazetta-Memen have never met.

Besides, as a magician, I'm worse off.

Why would you have such a deal with someone like that?

"Of course, thank you. It could be financial or support for the Earl of Glossary. How do you like it?

"This exploration will be carried out as part of the entire Magic Guild, right?

"That's right. The objective is to investigate barrier breakthroughs and the safety of the fifth tier."

"Isn't what you discovered benefiting the entire Alliance?

"So we're bending it and asking for help."

"May I ask His Highness Cain about the situation?

I told you.

"I want to be convinced of what the purpose is."

"Lord Cain... doesn't know anything."

"Don't you know?

"This is what the Caynes are asking for."

"Is it related to the 'Unified Magic Alliance' you mentioned earlier?

This is the perfect line.

If you step too far into the core, you may be told, "I heard it, but I'm with you."

Of course, I and Odette have decided how to answer that.

"I'll let you know when you're one of us."

"... I see. I won't ask any more."

"So, what's the answer?

"No."

Of course.

I don't know about the unification of the Magic Guild, but I don't intend to be involved in that kind of thing.

Rather, it's not like that now.

When the Empire and the remnants of the Sanctuary Church are clashing, if anything happens in the Magic Alliance, they just give the enemy a chance to enter.

Besides, I don't hate the Magic Guild.

The Magic Guild manages Ancient Equipment and Ancient Magic peacefully.

Some people, like Alec Keares, suddenly sell a fight, but that's it.

Other magicians and staff treat me normally.

Dr. Demetel, Flora Zamel.

That's why I think it's fine as it is.

"I want Yuki to understand that this is a valuable opportunity."

Ezetta-Memen said.

"You think you can rival the Empire and the Sanctuary while the Zammers and the Cains are divided into two factions? Now, by reforming the" Magic Guild ", you can leave a name in history as the ancestor of Chung Ko.

"... name yourself in history?

"My father said. By reforming the" Magic Guild ", you can become a hero to protect the country. I think we need to rebuild the tissue so that Lord Cain and others like you can be more powerful."

"I'm sorry, I'm not at all interested. I have more important things to do."

"What's important?

"The world is a place where family and relatives can live."

The world today is made by Lyle and Remilia, the people of Feira Village.

They did their best, hoping Alice and I would live happily ever after.

In that case, I will do the "guardian gods" of my family and family in the world they left behind.

That's what I want to do, and that's why I'm here.

"Sorry, I'm not interested in reforming the Alliance. Or rather... it's too heavy for a new sorcerer who just joined the Alliance. I would like to make a suggestion."

"I see. I'm sorry I couldn't help it."

I was surprised.

Ethetta-Memen pulled back honestly and lowered his head to me.

"Of course, I don't mind if Lord Cain talks to you about this. I'll leave it to you."

Ezetta-Memen's gaze turned towards the door.

I touched the leather bag on the ground.

The slime inside is moving. The bag has changed shape from the inside, indicating the door.

May picked up footsteps. Someone's approaching the room.

"I'll tell His Highness Iris what I'm talking about here. Sometimes His Highness will pass it on to His Highness Cain. Are you sure?

"Yuki seems to be truly honest."

It was strange.

Ezetta-Memen looked more reassured when he declined the offer.

"It's good to know that some people don't move with profit or fame... My father should have actually gathered those people....."

"Miss Ezetta?

"Let me ask you one more favor. This is my request as a quasi-B magician and as a Marquise."

She turned to the door.

"Are you coming? Come in. Colette"

"... excuse me."

The door opened and the girl in robe appeared.

Light peach hair, the same as Ezetta-Memen. I'm pretty short.

The girl is looking at me and Ethetta with a nervous expression.

"My sister, Colette Menmen. He's a Class D magician, just like you, 13 years old." Elysion, make this child your Servant while you explore the fifth basement. "

"To my servant?

"This is an order as a quasi-B mage. Cain and Zammel already have permission."

That's funny.

When I said, "Give me what I found on the fifth basement floor to His Highness Cain," I didn't say that Etheta-Menmen was a quasi-B magician and a marquise.

I could have used my position to give orders, but I didn't.

And yet, when I asked her to be a servant, she brought forth her power.

It's more like... giving my sister to me than saving Prince Cain.

"This is Class D Magician Colette. I specialize in ancient magic of darkness and... phantoms."

Colette-Memen came before me and knelt on the floor.

"I will serve as the escort of Class C Magician Yuki."

Colette-Memen continued with her gaze down on the floor.

"Until we're done exploring the fifth basement, Yuki is told to follow every order as the absolute master. For this I have left the house of the house of Menmen, and dwelt in the dormitory. At any time, at Yuki's direction."

"... I mean, are you the watchman?

"You're free to think that way."

The answer was Eazetta-Memen.

No, I think he's definitely the watchman...

But why is Ezetta-Memen so gentle?

She's trying to make Prince Cain do something to strengthen the Cain School. That's why he asked me to give up what I found in Elysion.

Because I was refused, I sent my sister as a supervisor as a measure of next kindness.

... that's what I thought, isn't it?

"Thank you very much. Yuki-Grossalia."

A girl named Colette snapped indifferently.

You're staring at me like a quiet, emotionless person.

"Mr. Eazetta-Memen"

"Yes, Yuki."

"If I refuse to accompany Colette, will I be unable to participate in the 5th tier survey?

"You'll be fine. I am more responsible for your safety than being part of the group."

Ezetta-Memen said.

"Mr Odette holds the 'King of the Spirit' and other magicians escort him. But you're not. I don't think we should let them participate in a dangerous investigation without my chosen escort."

"... I understand. I accept Mr. Colette Menmen as my escort."

I nodded.

They're taking formal steps to keep me a servant.

"Hand over the results to Prince Cain" is just a suggestion. Publishing it will not be a big problem. It may be a rumor, but that's all.

But now I can't use the Black King to investigate the fifth basement level.

Collet-Memen's eyes are too strong for that.

She will keep an eye on me while she explores.

... it's really troublesome.

I don't want to get involved as much as possible in the fight between the nobles or the faction struggle of the Magic Guild.

"We're done here, right?

"Yes, it's over."

"Now, if you'll excuse me."

I thanked him and left the room.

In that short time, I decided to do what I had to do.

"... you should raise your rank as a magician before raising your home title."

I didn't care about the ranks of C and B.

But I can't even say that.

A rank as a magician is needed to avoid getting caught up in factional rivalries.

Find something valuable in the fifth basement level of "Elysion".

Hopefully, the Magic Guild will make me a quasi-B mage.

"The only way to avoid interference from advanced magicians is to raise my rank."

I don't know the unification of the "Magic Guild" or the purpose of the "Cain School".

But I won't let my family get hurt by the Alliance or the country.

To prevent it ─ ─ I'll be a senior sorcerer in the Magic Guild and everything.

Someday I'll throw it away. It's the same in class C and class B.

I'm like Iris or Odette's guardian god.

With that in mind, I headed to the rendezvous point with Odette.