The Demon King Of The Frontier Life, Reincarnated To Become The Strongest Mage ~The Former Demon King Who Grows Up While Being Loved Wants To Know The Human~

─ ─ Yuki's perspective ─ ─

We were on the second level of "Elysion" on a regular route.

Training for collaboration with Colette was completed in the first tier.

I went down to the second level because I had to go before I met Odette.

"It turns out bats can see the Ancient Magic of the Phantom.Let's check it out. "

I just ran an experiment with Colette on the first basement floor.

Colette is an ancient magic of "darkness" and "phantom" that can deceive the five senses of surrounding creatures.

By doing so, it is possible to make it look like there is no one there.

In order to break it, we needed an ultrasound of five bats that were "physically strengthened."

I had a lot of trouble.

Colette used the Phantom's Ancient Magic to be amazing.

I had them hide in Phantom and hit the ultrasound waves of the bats that had been "physically strengthened" there... but it seemed like there was really only a faint discomfort.

After searching five bodies, I finally found out that Colette was hiding.

"... I'm only good at Ancient Magic in Phantom..."

Colette's "phantom" seems to have been taught by her sister, Ethetta.

She seemed fit to hide behind a level of Phantom that wasn't even available to her sister, Ethetta.

Colette still remembers when her sister praised her.

"Ancient magic in Phantom is not that hard."

Colette said.

"However, it seemed that I had aptitude... I could use the 'empty phantom' of the top magic of 'phantom'.I was told to protect myself in case of emergency..... "

Sure, that was amazing.

Master has broken it!

Colette said with an excited face.

She taught me a lot about Ancient Magic in Phantom.

"Ancient Magic" in "Phantom" has the ability to disappear himself and his companions and blend them into the surroundings.High ability to hide.

It is impossible for ordinary people or beginner magicians to see first.

The weakness is the short duration.

It takes at most a few minutes for you to disappear in a row.In the meantime, the surgeon cannot move.The same goes for those who are hiding together.The moment you move, the Phantom will melt.

The magician has to keep pouring magic on the Phantom, so no other action can be taken.

After using it, I need a cooldown time.

So it's hard to use for exploration.

And another piece of information.

Ezetta-Memen taught the aristocracy of the Marquis of Menmen the ancient magic of the Phantom.

Colette has been wondering why she taught "ancient magic", which is difficult to use.

"Master, are you thinking that sisters... are trying to do something bad in this exploration...?"

Well, I guess.

There is no evidence.

It was just a matter of concern.

The fact that the Menmen were collecting the support of the aristocrats by paying their debts.

Their desire to place Prince Cain at the top of the Magic Guild or on the throne.

There is a high probability that there are "ancient objects" and "ancient magic" still unknown to anyone on the fifth basement level of "Elysion".

Whoever gets it has great power in the Magic Guild.

Since no one has entered the fifth basement floor, it is not strange even if there is an accident.

If it looks like an accident, it is an opportunity for those who want to monopolize the ancient heritage.

Finally, Ethetta-Memen left Colette with me this time of year.

"My instincts used to be with naughty kids."

"Intuition, Master?"

"Oh, there are a lot of kids around me who play tricks.When I saw the child's face, I realized somehow I was up to something. "

Of course, some of the masters didn't even notice the mischief until the end.

Especially Alice and her mother Remilia were the strongest.

I had Lyle set up a "quick find out prank," and I set up a real prank in the gap where I was distracted by it.

I was caught about once every four times.

"Otherwise, I knew about 75% of the time.I don't think it's a bad chance.That's why I thought Ezetta-Memen might be up to something. "

"The Master is the Baron's, right?How many mischievous children...? "

"Remember, before the baron took me in as a bastard."

"Ha, yes, if Master says so."

Colette looked strange but nodded.

…………

Besides, Giselle doesn't have to stop laughing.

If you can't bear to breathe, laugh in the shadows.

I can't help it.

Giselle knows the legacy of Feira Village.

"So, if we're going to have an incident on the fifth basement floor, of course we're going to need manpower."

"Yes… but this exploration is fully managed by the participants"

"Oh, we were also asked for names at the entrance to Elysion, and the list of participants was checked.There's a limit to the number of magicians. "

There are many ways to hide the devil, so I can't say anything.

However, if we're going to start a case, we're going to need some help.

"But there's only one way to get into Elysion without being noticed by the Magic Guild."

"How do I get in without being noticed?"

"What do you mean, Yuki?"

Colette lifted her neck and Jisel asked her with tears at the edge of her eyes.

Giselle laughs too much.

Not to mention...

"A while ago, the Empire Empress tried to infiltrate Elysion."

"... yes"

"Rumors are rumouring."

"The princess said.'Elysion has a one-time way out,' he said.Of course, the information is also passed on to the Magic Guild.Naturally, the guild's people should check the scene and keep it out of the hands of others. "

The Magic Guild cannot leave a way out for you to enter Elysion.

We should either seal it off, or we can only use it ourselves.

"Suppose the Eazetta-Memens were involved in managing it, wouldn't they consider using it?"

"... ah"

Colette and Giselle opened their eyes.

You know what I'm trying to say.

No, normally, I don't think so.

But hey, I don't know what people think they're going to do.

Those who follow the Marquis of Menmen - let's say they call it the "Menmen" - have a real chance to put Prince Cain at the top!If you think about it, you might do that.

"On the contrary, I may have thought of something because I realized the way out."

"... Master"

"... so what do we do?"

Let's check it out.

There is plenty of time to meet.

It's not bad to go around the dungeon while practicing magic.

Well, I hope there's nothing.

"... I see."

"No, I'm sure there's something there."

Colette with a thoughtful face and Jisel who declared clearly.

Giselle looked at my face and nodded.

"I'm Milo... no, I think Yuki's judgment is to save people."

"This time, I want you to be off-the-shelf."

That's why we decided to explore the shade while heading to the campsite on the fourth floor.

The result ─ ─

Goshun. Behind that pillar. "

Bat Dick whispered.

I immediately activated "physical strengthening" twice.Go where Dick points.

The location is behind the pillars of the second basement level.Nobody's seen it.

Probably using Phantom magic.

All right, let's get this operation started.

"Wow, it's so..."

I stopped and shouted.

"Colette, Giselle, there's a monster hiding out there!"

Is that so ~? Shit ~

"But there's nothing there. Yuki sama"

As I instructed, Colette and Giselle will answer.

"I'm sure the bats are detecting it.Perhaps a new species of monster has emerged that has grown to hide. "

So, that's it ~

It's going to be a lot of trouble if I don't pay you back.

I see. Let's shoot the magic first.

I took out the wand.

"Magic Blood" is in it.I floated it and drew the emblem of the Fire God series (Ifleet Blow) on the surface.

"Activate it for now! 'Flame Spirit ─ ─"

"Wait, wait!!"

I heard a voice.

However, I kept ─ ─ deflecting myself and activated the Flame Spirit Bullet.

Squeeze, squeeze, squeeze!

The flames collide with the nearby pillars and raise the fire powder.

"─ ─ Hi, hi!?"

"Sorry, I didn't think people were hiding."

I told the people who showed up.

Behind the pillars were the magicians in robes.

He wears a black hood, as if it were dark.What you are wearing is a luxury item.Probably a nobleman.

"Excuse me. Are you hurt?"

"... no."

"The monster attacked you because you were hiding in Ancient Magic in Phantom, right?You couldn't move with that... I see.I'll call for help immediately. "

Without waiting for the other person's words, I will continue.

I summoned bats and drew a "body strengthening" emblem on their wings ─ ─

"I'm sorry, but please call for help.The first level of shortcut is the rift in the ceiling.There must be a liaison unit nearby.Give this brief to the people there. As soon as possible. "

It's us!

"Ma, wait!!"

Of course not.

The "physically fortified" bat took the parchment and flew straight away.

A simple map is written on the parchment.It is a copy of the map that was provided for this expedition.I marked this place with blood.Someone will be here soon.

"I'm late. My name is Yuki-Grossalia.I'm here to prepare for the 5th floor exploration.Can you tell me your name? "

"... uhh, uhh"

"That's my name..."

"... no, that's..."

Wizards who mouth.

I'll keep going.

"Would you like to participate in the 5th tier exploration of Elysion?You didn't see him at the entrance, did you?Could it be that they were doing magic experiments before they explored, like us?But I don't think there are many reasons to hide using Phantom.... "

"Yes, no, we...."

"Well, certainly, we can't deplete magic before exploring."

"Wait, you said Yuki-Grossalia?"

As the magicians noticed, they raised their faces.

"Speaking of Yuki-Grossalia, the Guardian Knight of His Highness Iris, who defeated Alec Keares!?Doesn't that mean "Cain school"!? "

"No"

I shook my head sideways.

"I'm not interested in factions.My companion Odette is working with Zammel on an experiment to launch the King Rider (Road).I'm partying with her grandson, Flora. "

"I see... is that so?"

"Anyway, don't worry.Rescue will be here soon. "

When I said so, the magicians awkwardly turned away.

Everyone is hiding their face in the hood so they don't look at Colette.

Colette nodded at the magicians instead.

Although he was in the morgue, Colette was also a member of the Marquis of Menmen.I'm sure you know the name of the noble family that's coming and going.

"I'm doing a pre-op expedition with Dr. Demetrie-Springal and old Zammel."

I told you.

This is not a lie.

I've got permission from Dr. DeMetel to come here, and Old Zammel has Flora to talk to me.

My goal is to make the information open.

If Ezetta and the 'Men (tentative)' were up to something, it would be done by surprise to the main team.

Then the countermeasure is simple.

Just tell Prince Cain and Old Zammel all the information about how many of them they are and where they are.

This expedition is staffed.

Everyone has a calendar of who's in the dungeon and how to explore it.Of course, it's written on the calendar that we're here.

So, if there's a human on an illegal route, we'll find out.

Of course, the person in charge will come and look into it.

Even if the "Men's (tentative)" are about to happen, there is no problem if they know where they are. I can handle as many as I want.

We should be able to hold Eazetta-Memen back after asking them about the situation.

Well, this is the third set of people who were hiding.

How many people are you sending in?"Temporary" is.

"... Yuki-Grossalia, bastard of the Count of Glossary..."

Ah, yes.

"I... are you satisfied with your current Magic Guild?"

Soon the nobles sat on the ground.

He's lowering his shoulders without strength, raising his face and staring at me.

"The Empire is sending troops to the Kingdom of Liestia.Already, the threat of the Empire is imminent... but do you think the "Magic Guild" is okay as it is... "

"I don't think there's any particular problem."

I answered.

"Even if there is a problem, it should be resolved legally."

"But sometimes you use drugs.Extreme means are needed for the future ─ ─ "

"I have found similar words in history books.I think it was a record of the Sanctuary Church people causing civil strife. "

That's what they're gonna say.

You tried to get rid of Dean-Nosferatu as evil.

I wonder if it was justice or something that divided them and destroyed them in internal strife.

Well, it was Lyle, the Sage of Betrayal, who caused it.

"... we didn't have any self-interest."

The magician said.

It was in the past.

"I don't know, but we'll be back soon.Don't worry. I'll tell the senior sorcerers that you were here right away.Wearing a black robe ─ ─ Eh "

I list the color of each person's hair, eyes, and physical characteristics.

Then take a note on the parchment.

The magicians looked pale, but I didn't do anything funny.

We just happened to find someone in hiding.

If I thought it was a monster, I'd just be human.

There is no reason to hide in Phantom, even though the fifth layer of "Elysion" is being explored.That's why I thought I was a rescuer, so I rushed to contact the main unit.

Yeah. There's nothing wrong with our behavior.

It's a very normal rescue operation.

"Well then, we're moving.Oh, I'm worried, so I'll keep a bat on the guard.Rest assured, it is a very strong bat that has been "physically strengthened".You can't beat most opponents.Even if the monster comes, it's okay. "

Leave it to me...

As a precaution, I put a bat that was multiplied twice by "physical strengthening."

By the time the Physical Reinforcement expires, the rescue team or the rescue team's messenger will be on the run.

No problem.

Well then, let's go. Colette, Giselle. "

"Yes, Master."

"Let's go, Yuki."

We left the scene.

"... Master"

Suddenly, Colette stopped.

Lie face down for a while... then raise your face and ask.

"Master, why did you do this?"

"So far?"

"I wandered around the interior of 'Elysion' deliberately, throwing away the hidden 'Mentalist (tentative)'.You don't have to do that... if you were a mentor, you could have watched the Menmen, right? "

"Yeah, but the Mansion had boundaries."

It was similar to the one used in the royal palace.

As the wizard approached, the alarm sounded and the guards were coming.It seems that the mansion of the superior aristocracy has about the same thing.

That's why I couldn't use it to release the bat and grab the evidence.

"If you're a mentor, would you like to tell 'I suspect the Menmen' through His Highness Iris?"

"There's no evidence. If it's just a mistake, it'll hurt His Highness Iris' name."

"─ ─ You could have made me snitch."

Colette put her hand on her chest and told her.

"If you make a mistake, all the sins are on me.Neither His Highness Iris nor the Master will be scratched.I had the means to use me, even if it was a mistake, to ensure that this conspiracy was prevented. "

"Sorry, I didn't think of that."

Sure, that's what happened.

The aftertaste seems really bad, so I probably didn't use it even if I thought of it.

"I just have something to think about."

I nodded Colette's head and said.

"Ezetta-Memen... I wonder if Colette's sister wanted someone to stop this conspiracy."

"... onee-sama?"

"Otherwise, I wouldn't have let Colette out just before the conspiracy."

What a conspirator should do is live as normal as possible.

Suspicious behavior is suspicious.Leaving Colette outside the Mansion is a good idea.

As a result, I realized what the Men were up to.

I mean...

"I think Colette's sister prioritized keeping Colette out of the conspiracy rather than succeeding in the conspiracy."

─ ─ Eh

Colette opened her eyes.

"Onee-sama? Because, onee-sama will never disobey your father....."

"Just because you don't disobey doesn't mean you support it.Well, you can ask him later. "

For now, the only thing the Men have done is trespass on the Elysion.

And have you abused the escape route you heard from the Empire Empress?She said she could only use it once.

And then it all depends on what they were up to.

But before that--

"I'd like to talk to Ezetta Menmen again."

"... yes, I'd like to talk to my sister too."

Either way, that's after exploring the "Fifth Basement Level."

I wish I could have stopped before the search started.There was too much evidence.

We had to hold the scene to prevent it.

... humans can be troublesome sometimes.

Not bad, even in the current Magic Guild.

"Zamelists" have recently become more calm because of their involvement with Odette.

There are moderates like Professor Demetel in "Cain."

In the first place, what are we going to do with a civil unrest in this country with the neighboring Empire on our hands?Don't you just get caught up?

What are we going to do if Lyle and the others weaken the Sanctuary and weaken this conflicting country?

"Let's go, Colette, Giselle. Go to Odette."

"Yes, Master."

"Let's go, Milo... no, Yuki."

That's why we started walking toward the campsite on the fourth basement floor.

─ ─ Ten minutes later, in a campsite on the fourth basement level ─ ─

"There was a report, Ethetta."

Prince Cain told his subordinate, Ezetta-Memen.

Next to the prince is Demetel, a Class C sorcerer.

The location is in a tent installed in the basement.

It was an interrogation after paying someone.

"Again, dozens of magicians were protected on the second basement floor.All of them were not members of this Explorer.When I heard his name and affiliation, he found out that he was close to the Marquis of Menmen. "

"... yes, Your Highness."

"They don't go through the usual route.Then the only way to enter "Elysion" is through the way the Emperor told me. "

Prince Cain cut the words.

Looking down at Eazetta-Memen with cold eyes,

"It was Ethetta and the others who managed the escape route."

"You're right, Your Highness."

"Do you have an offer? Eazetta-Memen"

"No... nothing"

Eazetta-Memen shook his neck sideways.

Close your eyes, but feel reassured.

"Nothing. For details ─ ─"

"Ask after exploring the 5th floor.I don't have time right now. I will... take you into custody and send you to the upper camp.Stay there until you're done exploring. That's it. "

Prince Cain gave up.

Lifting her eyebrows, she stares at Ezetta-Memen.

It was a harsh expression that didn't resemble Cain, who was always calm.

"─ ─ But I don't know.I can't believe we're going to get into trouble at this time of the ancient mystery. "

Prince Cain sighed.

"You have no respect for the deepest part of magic? Eazetta-Memen"

"I became a magician myself.At first... I respected the mystery of magic. "

Squeeze while lying down, Eazetta-Memen.

"But that... didn't seem to be better than feelings for my family."

"I seem to have missed you.There's nothing to talk about anymore. "

"There's only one question.It was Yuki Grossalia, a Class C sorcerer, and his servants who discovered those who were lurking in the second basement. "

"Collet-Memen, your sister.Looks like they were in pre-exploration combat training.The product has been delivered. That's where I met your people. "

"... is that so?"

Eazetta-Memen snapped with a faint voice.

"... there's such a coincidence."

"I'll leave the rest to my men. I want you to be quiet."

Prince Cain leaves the tent as if he had lost interest in her.Demetrius hesitates to follow it.

So...

"After all... you were right to leave Colette with him."

─ ─ There was no one who heard the Eazetta-Memen tweet.