The Magician Wants Normality

- On the way home/in a room at the inn (Keith perspective)

Settling in the inn room, I stared at Sieg with a frightened eye. Everyone will see at a glance that Zeke is in a good mood right now.

The reason for this is obvious.

Sarovara visited at Mizki's request, many of the 'jobs' asked for there. Sieg would have just been dissatisfied with this, but he was well compensated.

Needless to say, it is a reinforced sword produced by Mizuki.

Besides, only Mizuki can make substitutes because they use knowledge and doing things from different worlds.

Its power is such that it easily cleaves the Great Spider that the normal sword did not go through at all. What kind of enhancement would make this happen... It is very troublesome.

But we also know why Mizuki paid for this.

I... I told Mizuki at the Knight's Dorm in Ilfena, 'I don't want Zeke to die'.

If more troublesome 'enemies' emerge than Zeke's ability to fight is special, it is imperative that an immediate crusade order be issued.

But anyway, Zeke might find himself in a situation where "Zeke's Weapon of Handling" is concurrent, like that big spider, "There's only one way to escape".

I guess this is all something we can't help but do. Because unless some effect from magic is granted, the sword will not be more than it was when it was made.

Exceptionally, magicians may be asked to process swords... but there are few magicians who can do this. In a way, it can also be described as a magic prop in the form of a sword, so the magician who specializes in it becomes one who does almost personal research.

If it is ambition, it will be in the hands of royalty and nobility, but only those who specialize in these things will have the best chance of stumbling upon their research. Clearly, it's turned into a cover-up.

That is normal, and thus the machined sword jumps in value.

Those black knights in the cavalry are just so special!

... I just don't know about those black knights either. I'm delighted to be on the 'prank' of the Mizuki proposal, so it's only for the record that I was shocked 'after all, a special type of magician is not normal'.

"There, stop. You know, it's awkward to be with Mizuki and disprove human experiments!?

They said this to me with a strange face when they stuck it in. 'Is there a problem?'.

Horrible...... really horrible! They were neither ashamed of themselves nor in doubt......!

When I heard this, I hardened. Even the white knights who were beside them, while they were done with 'It's the usual thing, isn't it', thought this was the natural thing for them - the people who live in this knight's dorm.

I felt painful at this time. "Irfena, it's not normal," he said.

The common name of the kingdom of the powerful was not Dada. In one way or another, the spiritual aspect is not normal either.

To them like that, for some reason, it is Mizuki who is supposed to be the 'heretic' called the 'otherworldly man'. Again, Mizuki wasn't normal either... I'm convinced of that personality. People in this world are rare, such as people who can tame here.

I remember that and look at Sieg again. Sieg looks at the sword as a delight, and I guess he's eagerly awaiting a day when he can test its power.

... No, that's not the only reason Zeke's in a good mood.

"Mizuki and the others are still strong! I didn't think the matchmaking was as fun as that!

"Oh, well, yeah"

Return vaguely. Another reason for Sieg's superior mood...... that's 'working with guardians and magicians'.

The arrangement proposed by His Highness Elshon took place in front of those scumbags. No, should His Highness Elshon say that was the aim?

Sarovara was an insult to the Wizards and Guardians.

In order to break that perception, we showed it in the form of a match.

They beat Sieg easily, so their strength is known. For those of that degree, their balance is a reminder of the difference in strength.

In fact, there was only one Sieg or Mizki, their opponent...... a 'bunch of knights' opponent. It was awesome what they would say about being on a one-on-one basis.

"You've never seen that before when magic felt threatened. I understood that a small amount of time by using chants and magic props, without which it would be a threat even if it were not of a large scale."

"Right, your daughter didn't use anything powerful. He was aiming precisely at places like his neck and letting your movements turn into defense. Besides, metastatic magic can't read the signs until they appear. You've learned a lot."

"Oh, I didn't think I'd lose."

Sieg with a full grin. It's suspicious if you've studied, but your body seems to have been able to learn. Brain muscle swing is the same.

And as this conversation goes, Zeke is defeated by Mizuki. Even though Mizuki is more advantageous when it's possible to attack from a distance, he created an Achievement called 'If you can use all sorts of magic like your hands and feet, you can lose even if it's Sieg'.

Not only did Mizuki give the weapon to Sieg, but he was also supposedly victorious over Sieg, combined with his restraint on those who were going to use Sieg and crush him.

What came to mind was the words of Lord Argento, who watched the two pairs together.

I remember that time. Siege wasn't the only one who received the reward, thinking back again -

'If Mizuki wins, Carlossa will also understand that [the descendants of the heroes, not the heroes themselves]. Oh, at the same time, [even if Sieg has an overwhelming strength, I realize he definitely doesn't].'

'What? What do you mean?

"Mizuki is a magician...... [You can't handle any weapons]. Moreover, [accordingly, only icing is used to attack]. Depending on the combination of techniques, and how you use them, doesn't it prove that it's possible to win even if you're a magician? Because there's not just one enemy of Siege.

……

'People are constantly changing and creating new things. [Demonic props are far superior to heroic times], right?

Demonic props have now developed since the time when the hero lived. Then even if it has the same strength, it doesn't necessarily work like a hero.

It's not that Siege is weak, it's the main reason that mages now have a weapon called a magic prop. Depending on the combination, you must be able to strike offensive magic quite without gaps.

It's just... there are few magicians who can do that 'clever thing'. But I guess the black knights in that knight's dorm are possible. Somehow, I thought so.

And that wasn't the only care they gave us.

'We had to excel to support the only Lord beside us.... were asked for results, not just loyalty. Our Lord, called the perfect prince, it has struggled. We know that we have worked harder than that. So we tried… so that you could rely on us.'

'Oh... now you know. And yet, Her Highness Elshon is a lady - she even takes care of people from different worlds. Now no one will notice the inside.'

Knowing what happened to Mizuki so far, we were ashamed of our feelings for His Highness the Demon King. That would have just made Mizuki wear what she needed because she had struggled.

Even those involved in diplomacy are added there. The excellence of the Magic Master is undoubtedly due to Her Highness Elshon's guide to her.

Lord Argento smiled at me satisfactorily and told me:

'Mizuki told me that you guys don't want to push on one Sieg... if it's going to happen, they want to walk with you until the end. If you have that feeling, you just have to be strong'

"But..."

"Zeke is a guardian. But he's right about that. If you're a trusted person other than yourself as a sponsor... no wonder Zeke's men followed you, for example, right?

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

'We are proud to say that we still have what we call [the worst sword] in Irfena. The Black Knights and Mizuki will also be able to do their practice against magic. [I'll make arrangements later], [I'll learn later], oh, maybe [I have a handicraft from the magician]? Mizuki favors your troops. "

'I appreciate the offer, but you can't decide that in the presence of Lord Argent, can you?

It was very attractive and much appreciated. But I don't want to bother them for us.

But Lord Argent laughed joyfully and turned his gaze to His Highness Elshon.

"Oh no... what do you think Elle showed you this arrangement for? It will be to make you feel at risk, no matter how you look at it. Isn't your report enough to justify taking my suggestion? If you get stronger, you'll have less chance of relying on Mizuki. And... Elle is convinced of the reward for Zeke, isn't he?

"Ah......!

In his last words, he unwittingly turns his gaze to His Highness Elshon. That's right, Mizuki can't be more forgiving, such as transferring a fortified sword of his own accord.

And if I'm convinced of that, then the words of Lord Argent also feel like the deputies of His Highness Elshon.

"The Demon King took a way for me to learn from him."

One day Mizuki's words pass the back of his brain.

Instead of directly helping us, give us the opportunity and the opportunity to learn and encourage growth. That is precisely the very education Mizki was given by His Highness Elshon.

Because we said we wanted to follow Zeke.

... because even if I hope so, I am aware that I do not have enough strength.

You mean you gave me that opportunity, that one...!

'Because you know who we are, you're going to want to support us. It's not just El, it's the same for us... it's up to you guys later. Effort or no. Whether you're beaten by a power gap or crawling up, you'll be by Zeke. "

The future spoken of in a gracious voice is terribly humiliating, but the accompanying results are fascinating.

I didn't like it, but I had to be aware of what I wanted. No, it's the heart that's been distracting me.

"I'm sure one day we won't be able to follow Sieg," he said of the future he gave up. But I really didn't want to say that. I wanted to follow you to the end!

I gave up and said it because I knew it was impossible. But... if that's possible, we'd like to make a bet.

Ahead of his gaze, Mizki, who beat Sieg, is trapped by His Highness Elshon. 'Praise me!' His Highness Elshon strokes her head while smiling bitterly at Mizki, who is just saying '. I don't care how you look like that. I'm not an obedient, friendly cat parent and child.

"Can we be like you too?"

If you whine unintentionally, now Lord Saillite will speak from behind.

'It's not a question of being, not being. We [that was the only way]. That's all.'

Lord Saillite's...... No, Master Rudolph's past is listening with dismay. Because I know that, Lord Saillite's words were heavy.

... If they give up, it's over. That's what happened, Zebrast.

'Yeah, right. We'll do our best. "

That's just the word, but I guess the determination passed on. The laughter directed at me is both satisfying.

When I get home, I'll tell everyone. I'm sure everyone made the same choice, and there was a strange certainty.

Oh, still. Before that...

Shall I apologize to Sieg and tell him of my resolve? 'Cause we're gonna be strong too,' he said.

"Keith? What's up?

Sieg looked at me strangely as I returned to the voice I had been called. Apparently, he was too immersed in recap.

And then I realize.

- Zeke only knows about us, I guess.

Then maybe he knew something similar to our giving up. Of course, it would be vague.

"Hey, Sieg. I have to apologize for one thing."

"Hmm?"

I don't see any feelings of disappointment towards me in a leaning Zeke. But I wanted to dispel my budding anxiety.

"Because I know how strong you are, I thought I'd never be able to follow you one day. Even if it's all about feelings, it's all about ability. So I want to apologize for that first"

That's what I say, head down. But Sieg gave me an unexpected word.

"That's caring for my burden, isn't it? Besides, Keith and the others thought," You can't go with me, "but they regretted it.

"Oh, oh."

I'm surprised they were spotting me, but I snort. Then Sieg laughed.

"Then you don't have to apologize for anything? Not 'abandon', but just say 'what can be done differently'? Like Mizuki when he was a big spider, even if he said he was going to fight with him, he sometimes backwards supported him. I don't think I can do that. I don't think I can negotiate. That you're responsible for those aspects is also what you call 'challenging the same problem together'?

... There were no words. What if... Sieg was giving us a place to stay by letting us do what we're not good at?

So much so that Sieg understood what we were in charge of.

"Ha... right, do you have that mindset too? But we want to fight beside you. So you're gonna be strong."

That's the future you could choose from because you had a presence that reached out to me. It may not come true, but if you still desperately eat it up...... it would be better than now.

Like when you're a big spider, you might not have to leave Sieg to one of you. That's all, a feat.

"That's good! Be strong. If Keith and the others were with us, I'm sure even the battlefield would be fun!

"No, stop that idea!

Into the same Siege, unexpectedly. Still, 'fun if you're with me' would surely be Sieg's true intention.

So thank Your Highness Elshon in your chest. I just said it face to face, because that one would be deluded by the word 'coincidence'.

The disturbances that began with Sarovara really had many repercussions. At its core, Mizuki will probably return to that cavalier dorm, which can be described as the place of this world.

I hope that place is always warm. I secretly hoped so.