A few days later, we left Torrias territory and returned to the King's Capital.

Me and Iris, Odette are in a carriage (with a soldier escort) and we're leaving first.

Elmira, the "Cainese", is supposed to transport the "Beast King (Lord of =) Ride (Beast)" with the rest of the soldiers.

On the way home, it was a relaxing journey.

There were no demons, and no enemies appeared.

We got on a boat crossing the Inland Sea, waved to Natasha and Ophelia, who came to see us off, and broke up.

I was a little worried about Torrias territory, but the royal soldier is supposed to be stationed there, and I put a dog Garm and Bat Cliff on the escort at Ophelia, so it'll be fine.

"Mr. Garm... you were so cute"

"I was actually going to use it as an escort for Odette."

"I have no choice. Now that the Northern Empire is in motion, the 'Yuki' also need a personal escort."

"When did you form that 'Yuki'?

"Yesterday."

"Me, Odette, and Mr. Ofelia, we talked and decided."

Odette and Iris looked at each other and laughed.

... Well, okay.

Iris, Odette and Ofelia shouldn't be naming themselves' Yuki 'on the front porch.

I'm not arguing with any other faction.

As much as we sneak up on names among our people, nothing would be better.

With that in mind, we crossed the Inland Sea and headed to the Wang Capital.

And after we arrived safely in Wang capital, a few days later.

I was summoned to the royal palace.

"... you know, Martha"

"No pseudo-sickness. Yuki."

"How did you know?

"Martha spends more time worrying about Yuki than thinking about herself."

"I'm sorry."

"Fine. I also have a souvenir."

Martha took out the little bottle while she fastened the button on my clothes.

"Cream to prevent rough hands" found in the castle town of Torrias.

Ofelia told me where the store was and I snuck it out later.

"My fingers will be slippery, so Remy will be delighted. Hey."

"Thanks -. Oshi-jun."

Remy jumps at me as she sifts her tail.

When she tightens the tie she offers, Martha fixes the shaft.

Then Martha fixed my hair and clothes collar and said, "Whoa. Come on, Yuki," he laughed.

"But why should I see the king?"

"Isn't it because they handled it on Torrias territory?"

"I don't need a look or a compliment, so I guess I can't just get a reward."

"Humans are surprisingly jealous, aren't they?

Martha stood her finger, pinned,

"If Yuki keeps quiet and builds up more titles and rewards, everyone will wonder why he's the only one behind it."

"So you're saying that the King needs to make an announcement in public about what I did."

"Right."

"So will Martha follow me, too?

"You're talking about amazing places."

"Stay calm."

"Why would Martha want to be with you?

"I've been successful because of Martha, who keeps me where I'm going."

"Yes. You've been rewarded. Enough."

"Is that all right?"

"That's fine. Martha is."

Martha held down her maid's chest and laughed.

"Master Yuki is His Highness Iris, and there is a king on top of him. So it is the king's job to praise Yuki. Martha's master is Yuki. That's why Martha's reward is just enough to get from Yuki."

"I see."

"Did you get it"

"Oh, I mean, if only I could demand Martha's reward directly from the King."

"... you're joking"

"............... just kidding"

For a moment, I seriously thought of a way.

"Good. I wondered what I would do if Yuki was serious about it for a moment."

"Don't read people's minds once in a while, Martha."

"You and Martha are very close."

With all that talk, I'm gonna get myself together and...

I was on my way to the Royal Palace in the Kingdom of Liestia, between my eyes.

This is the royal palace of the Kingdom of Liestia. Between the sights, in front of the door.

Coming on time, I waited an hour in the modem before being summoned here.

Odette is with us.

She's dressed up just like me, standing next to me.

When I look at him shaking his shoulder small, he doesn't feel comfortable.

Or... we can't even talk about it. There are guards around.

That's why Odette and I were so well-behaved, we kept waiting to open the door.

"─ Yuki-Grossalia, second son of the Baron of Grossaria!!

"─ and, oldest daughter of the Duke of Slay, Odette-Slay!!

"" In the name of His Majesty the King, I award both names. Get in!!

A few dozen minutes later, the door was finally open.

"... oh. Is that the boy who defeated the King's Ride, who attacked the Tories?"

"... I hear you're only thirteen... but you're so talented at witchcraft."

"... I hear the lady from the Duke of Slay's house also helped. He also said there was help with the mysterious' King's Ride '"

"... in any case, I guess that means new talents are starting to grow"

On the left and right between the thrones, aristocracy and ministers line up.

It is the king of this country sitting on the throne at the front.

On the left stands Cain, a second prince and Class B magician. It's Iris standing on the right.

They say Iris, the eighth princess, doesn't often stand beside the king, but this time he meant that I, the escort knight, would be honored, so he was to be present.

"─ Baron Grossaria's second son, Yuki-Grossaria. I'm here."

"Oh, as well. The eldest daughter of the Duke of Slay, Odett-Slay. Here we are."

Me and Odette knelt between the thrones.

I can see my gaze is focused. Restless. I want to go home and take a nap.

"... raise your face."

They told me, I looked up.

Between the thrones sits an old man with gray hair.

Is that the king of this country, Pergarna-Leastia?

"It's Yuki-Grossalia. First of all, let's call it your feat."

said the king.

"Your Lordship manipulated numerous user demons and made a great contribution to defeating the mysterious' King's Ride 'that struck the Torrias territory. I have also heard stories of losing a lot of magic and being unable to move for it. In any case, without you, there is no doubt that the territory of Torrias, the northern guardian of our country, would have been badly damaged. By virtue of his accomplishments, he rewards you."

"The 'Sorcery Guild' is determined to appoint Yuki-Grossalia as a C-Class Sorcerer"

Prince Cain took over the king's words.

"Also, Yuki-Grossalia's achievements (because of this) led our kingdom to obtain the 'King's Ride'. The investigation into" King's Ride "itself has not been completed, but there is no doubt that that is an" ancient object ".

As soon as the investigation is complete, you can choose whether to raise the title of the Baron family to which Yuki-Grossalia belongs, or you can start a new family yourself. "

Second Prince Cain looked at me.

"Is there hope?

"Please give my Baron the rank of Viscount."

"─ He hopes so. Sire."

"... okay. Just now, a writ shall be served by the royal family to Baron Grossaria, George-Grossaria. With the consent of the Baron himself, we shall perform the ceremony of granting the Viscount title."

The king nodded.

A few seconds late, the sound of applause echoed between the thrones.

When I clear my ears, I can hear you saying, "... there's a rise" and "... chip," but, well, that's fine. I generally know who is saying it in the direction of my voice. Let's just be vigilant.

"Then, Odette-Sray"

"Ha, ha!! Your Highness Cain!!

"You guided Yuki-Grossalia's user demons and contributed to defeating The Beast King's Ride. With that merit, he shall be appointed Associate C Mage. so as to hold it together more."

"Yes. Thanks!!

More applause goes on.

Good. Odette wanted to be a C-class magician. Just one more step.

Thereafter, the reward (broom) story continued.

Once the Baron Grossaria has become a Viscount, the territory shall be increased.

Me and Odette are given gold coins.

As an 'escort knight', I am given the right to enter the outhouse to the west where Iris is.

And the ritual went well, and it was over.

After that, me, Odette and Iris were called into a separate room.

"From here on out, we'll be talking about being guilders for the 'Magic Guild'"

After the ritual between the sights, we moved to the reception room.

Here are Prince Cain and Iris, me and Odette. Several guards are holding off outside.

"Do you guys know that? Soon we'll be able to unseal all the ancient objects."

Without a priori, Prince Cain said with a serious look.

The first nod was Odette. And then Iris. Me at the end.

Either way, it turns out we went to Ajito, the beast king rider.

Knowing information about the sealing of 'ancient objects' should also, naturally, be conveyed.

"I know, Your Highness. We have information about this enemy Ajito."

"Right. Odette-Sray. But as you know, there are not so many 'ancient objects' in our possession. Assuming the remnants of the 'Sanctuary Church' possess a large quantity of 'ancient objects' … they become immeasurable enemies"

I thought about that, too.

It is possible that after the great old war, the people of the 'Sanctuary Church' fled north with 'ancient objects' to create an empire.

At the time, because the 'ancient objects' were sealed, they could not be used for war - if the other side still possessed that sealed 'ancient objects'...

The moment the seal is lifted, they turn into powerful enemies.

"The 'Eight Kings War' ended halfway through 200 years ago because 'ancient objects' were useless. If that was the reason it was sealed, the moment the seal was unsealed... they might make another move. So, here's what I've been thinking about."

Prince Cain looked around at us and said:

"Give them all the 'Magic Guild' to explore the giant dungeon 'Elusion'. Until now, I have only allowed exploration (tansaku) up to the fourth level, considering safety, but I will remove that restriction. From the first layer to the lowest level, you are free to dive as far as you can.

In doing so, we ask everyone to look for "ancient magic" and "ancient objects" in that "Capital of Ancient Sorcery and Civilization (Elusion)".

"Allow all explorations of 'Elusion',?

"Is that true, Your Highness Cain!?

That's an amazing story.

Open a giant dungeon to gain strength against the Empire.

I don't care how far you explore.

"Ancient Objects" and "Ancient Sorcery" found can naturally be submitted to the Alliance for results?

"... so, but, Your Highness Cain. Isn't 'Elusion' dangerous?

Odette asks Prince Cain with a trembling voice.

"I hear that deep underground, there are places where space-time is distorted. Everybody in a place like that?

"Of course, it's not like it's falling apart. Have them team up."

"Get a team?

"That's right. A magician of Class C or higher will be the leader, exploring 'Elusion' under the direction of that person. Leave how far you dive to the leader. That's how it works."

Prince Cain's eyes were looking straight at me.

I mean, you know what?

You mean you didn't just reward me for being a C-class magician?

Is this the leader of the 'Cainese'?

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"Yuki-Grossalia. I'd like to entrust you with one of the 'Elusion' exploration teams. Could you please be the leader of the team and find" Ancient Objects "and" Ancient Sorcery "?"

Prince Cain said that with a serious look on his face.