More than a month after I enrolled in school, my school life has subsided considerably.
But the school has been a little busy for the last two weeks or so.
The cause is Yuka.
The summer solstice, which has become the norm every year for the past five years, is approaching.
Yuka was kidnapped last year to be sacrificed. For this reason, the Knights of the King's Landing have a strict escort. Oniisan Gotsui is always waiting behind the classroom to visit the class. There must be at least three knights accompanying Euka on her journey, and she is under strict alert.
If this happens, I try to keep Euka out of my sight as much as possible. It's a school life I've been looking forward to so much, so I want you to enjoy it with all your heart. I'm a knight for a time like this, so I want you to use it to your full advantage.
Incidentally, Troy's work as a court sorcerer is limited to what he can do in the royal castle, and he is almost escorted in a canned state. It is already fully recognized as a reincarnator from another world.
"It's tough to have a prophet guard."
Viola leaks her sympathy during lunch with her usual mentee.
Thus, even as he was eating among his allies, the guard of the knight remained alert, both near and far away.
I found Rufus in it. It seems that he is escorting Yuka today, not as a teacher, but as a member of the Order.
"I'm used to it, but I'm sorry to everyone."
Euca, who is always energetic, drops her shoulders a lot.
"Never mind. All the people here are used to paying attention."
"Rather, I love to stand out. This week is full of patience."
Follow me with Chiaran.
"But that means we're safe, but we're going to have casualties somewhere else next week."
Noah talks casually and realistically.
"Yes, I have been helping you with the prophetic ritual every day when I return to the royal castle for a while."
To determine the location of the next sacrifice ceremony, the Prophet team is working hard with the help of Euka's special abilities. As a result, it seems that we are gradually narrowing down the possibilities.
"I hope we can settle this year."
Next week, the target will already be our next sacrifice. Perhaps it has already fallen into the hands of Reaper.
I wonder if it is a reincarnated former Japanese. For now, only Troy and I can figure it out in King's Landing, but I wonder if there are others.
If we can consolidate this with borders and escorts, at least we won't be able to kidnap Yuka again...
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I noticed the possibility there and felt relieved. That's right, that's a good possibility. I was anxious to know why I couldn't think of it.
At that moment, the prophecy came down. It must be Euca sitting right next to you.
I don't have time to relax and wait after school. We need to tell someone who can deal with it right away.
I quickly gazed at Rufus, who was alert to us as a guard.
Then I accidentally knocked down the glass. Water overflowing the table drips down my skirt.
Gladys, are you okay?
Take control of Eucalyptus in a hurry.
"Just a little wet. I'm going to wipe it off. Can I ask you to do it here?
"I understand."
I'm sorry, but I asked you to finish up, and I took my seat immediately.
"Gladys!"
"I'm fine by myself. Eat slowly."
Max, who tried to follow me, suppressed it without saying, and left the scene early enough.
I wonder how many of my friends noticed the unnatural in that seat. Instead, everyone but Yuka knew. It can't be my accident.
But I didn't have time to slow down. The event of the prophecy will happen today. Maybe right now.
Continue along the aisle without shaking your side and move to the less popular side. I know a number of hidden places in the school.
Behind the school building, I saw that the eyes had been completely cut off, and waited there.
Without a minute, Rufus appears.
"Sorry. Suddenly."
"No, what's the matter?
"Prophecy in a hurry. Can you report this to Isaac immediately?
"- I see. Let's do something."
It's impossible for Rufus, who is escorting him as a knight, to fly his superiors and suddenly connect him to the Prime Minister. This is just a personal favor, relying on the connection of the Avalon family's heirloom to know who I am.
If it wasn't urgent, I would have written my own letter.
"Today, there is a summoning of aliens. In the National Arena, exactly the same as in Eucalyptus."
"Hmm!?
Just a few minutes ago, I conveyed a vision that came to mind.
If you think about it, you didn't have to stick to Yuka. If you need to sacrifice yourself, summon a new Gentile again. I don't know if it's the momentum or the power of the Reaper, but it's obviously the power of the magic team that is growing year after year.
It was possible to summon him again.
Rufus immediately noticed my thoughts.
"- So you're summoning a new one for sacrifice?
I'm sure.
I'll arrange it immediately.
After a brief endorsement, Rufus took my hand with a serious expression.
Rufus?
"Speaking of urgency, you shouldn't be alone with your people. Like Troy, you're in a position to be protected.
I doubted myself with serious eyes.
- That's right. Rufus knows I'm a reincarnator from the same world as Yuka and Troy. The last three sacrifices are said to have targeted former Japanese reincarnated people. Yuka has not been informed of its terms to avoid feeling anxious.
Only Rufus knows that I am a candidate for sacrifice.
"- Yeah, I know. I'm sorry to worry about it."
"I don't mind. If you understand, please return at once. Fortunately, your friends have a lot of knights and try not to leave as far away as possible. I'll drop you off at a safe place, and I'll get back to you. I've had enough of that feeling in front of me, like when you were taken."
It's a quiet tone, but I'll make a real complaint. --Oh, I've been worried about you too.
"I'm really sorry. I'll be careful. But no contact with students!
"--Eh...? Ah, I'm sorry. Excuse me."
Rufus hurriedly let go, as he noticed for the first time after being pointed out.
It would be troublesome if they rumored that they were in close contact with the instructor in the campus. Even though they're both Dukes, they tend to get attention.
"Now, please do it right away. I'll be back."
Rufus is stubborn, so he won't go back to work until I'm safe. Feeling the signs of being protected from behind, he hurried back to the cafeteria.