The journey from the Nelferia Empire to the Astellar Kingdom was a race.

In view of the trends of the demon race, it was concluded that it would be better to move as quickly as possible, and the movement was made quite impossible for both the body and the horse.

If it had been in this world at first, such an imposing army would have been impossible.

Travelling on horseback is unexpectedly draining my health. Certainly, the difference is obvious compared to walking, but since horses use their physical strength only while riding, it can be said that every break is a necessity.

At the beginning of the journey, I often took a break between trips, and I suffered from leg and back pain associated with horseback riding.

However, with the Ishar Cluster now in hand, my physical abilities have been further improved, and thanks to my travels, Mizuki has more physical strength than before. As a result, they were able to withstand the forceful forces, and they were able to stay on horseback.

Although Graziella's immigration procedures took some time, she was able to get to Metail, the capital of the Astel Kingdom, halfway through her previous travels.

Through the castle gates separating the city from its interior and exterior, you can see the city of the King.

Gentle buildings, cobbled streets, and planted trees and flower beds. At the end of the boulevard, which stretches straight, another high wall rises, concealing the entirety of the royal castle.

I sprayed an alabaster and compared it to the streets of the Imperial City, which hurt in my eyes, I felt very gentle on my eyes.

I'm kind of nostalgic for Metail, the capital of the king.

"Yeah. We were called here..."

Mizuki and I looked around in emotion.

The hustle and bustle of Metail Boulevard is more modest than the boulevard of Filas Filia.

Because the scale of the lively street is different, it is never idle, but why is it overlooked?

Graziella speaks harshly as if to speak for it.

"Hmm. It's very poor compared to the Imperial City." Because the main street is narrow, there are few types of stalls. "

“Oh, Astell is a land of history. I don't think it's a good policy to embrace culture without complications."

I'm licking the strengths of fashion, so I'll leave you there sooner rather than later?

"You be careful not to let the country be overrun by immigrants."

The princess who looked down and the princess who looked up. Both eyes have changed sharply from gentle to tortuous. It seems that the two are bees according to national policy.

Recently, Mizuki and I both realized that this was a jerk-off between the two of us, so we didn't even enter into arbitration.

By the way, are there any greetings?

The guard who refrained from saying so said, "I'll pick you up there." There was a friendly guide, and he lowered his head when he noticed our gaze.

Titania opens her mouth.

"I have contacted the embassy to do my best to weigh myself, so the scale is. It's annoying when it gets noisy, and it's not like when you leave.”

"Good, that's a big deal."

"Yeah. The parade is full once or twice..."

Riji and Mizuki let out a big sigh. It's like a spectacle, like being noticed on a parade. I understood very well that the feelings of lions and pandas in the zoo must be like this. Being seen means being so tired.

With that, Riji suddenly said what he was concerned about.

By the way, how are Gregory and the others doing?

"Gregory and the others should be in the capital." I think he's still on his recuperation. "

Gregory and his followers from the time of their departure were recuperating from a case in the Union, but they went straight back to Astelle to listen to Titania.

We'll have to pay our respects to the three of you later.

Yeah, I hope you're doing well.

When I was arguing with Mizuki, I noticed that Titania was looking around my back.

Tier?

Speaking of which, Master Rage. Don't you wear that cape? "

"Cloak...? Ah..."

The words reminded me of something I didn't want to remember.

I called out to Titania with an indescribable expression.

"That's, like, not much... right?"

....

"Isn't that a good idea?" Why don't you put it on? "

Yeah, there's a very deep reason for that.

"Why do you look so serious?"

"I want to look like that, too."

When Riji said that in a throwing manner, he immediately turned away with distant eyes. I don't care about the cloak. But I can't give you that weird colorfulness. I couldn't help but feel the pain in a design that only wanted the flashiness of an old hero.

Let's make this place yaya like this.

It was Mizuki, who couldn't read the air, who blocked the intentions of Riji.

Riji-kun, I think I'm pretty.

"Oh, thank you. But, you know what?"

“What's the matter? You can put it on, cloak."

No, that's why, right?

You see, Titania makes a merciless pronouncement after asking for such nuances.

"I know you don't feel very good, but I think you can wear it in official places anyway."

"Shhhhhhhhh!? That's not right!!!"

On the main street of the capital city, Riji's painful scream resounded.

●

The visit to the Imperial Castle was communicated in advance, so King Armadillas of Astel was immediately visible.

After spending a short amount of time in the cabin to coordinate, Riji and the others were escorted during the visit.

But there were two people there.

King Armadillas, sitting on the throne, and the country's prime minister next to him.

I have only spoken to the Prime Minister a few times, so I am sorry to say that I have lost my name.

However, Shiming said that "the prime minister seems to hate barcode baldness", so he remembered the characteristics somehow.

Riji turned to Armadillas.

A grey-haired, junior man. He has a crown on his head and a king's mantle, a symbol of authority.

A king with a gentle atmosphere. It seems that the Imperial Emperor and Hadrias always had a strict atmosphere, but as when they were summoned, they lived together in a strict and soft atmosphere, and somehow they felt familiar.

Originally, the king must be harder to get close to. If "being licked" seems to be the case, it is still not worthy of a king, which is the image of a general head of state.

However, contrary to our concerns, Armadiyahus seems to be respected by almost everyone. Is that his skill? Or is there another thing he can do to preserve his authority?

Riji was thankful in front of Armadillas, and eventually a voice was heard from a higher place.

"Lord Rage, Lord Mizuki." It's been a long time.

"Your Majesty, it's been a long time." Thank you for your sudden visit. ”

Your Majesty! It's a shame!

It seems that Mizuki is still not used to such exchanges. Even in the waiting room, there should have been no distraction or nervousness, but it seemed that the wording caused a little panic.

Graziella filled the area well.

"Thank you very much for your kindness towards His Majesty Armadillas." It was at the end of the celebration that I was able to enjoy the glory of worship. "

Hmmm. I'm glad that Her Royal Highness Princess Graziella is in a hurricane.

Your Majesty, it looks like you're weird.

"Hahaha! This is tough."

Armadiyaus replied and laughed loudly. Considering the age difference, for him, Graziella was still like a little girl. I don't think Armadillos is going to feel any pain in the face of her hatred. From the right to the left, the willows are parrying naturally, like a wind.

"Thank you for taking the time to visit me."

“No, we had a reason to come here, too.”

Hmmm. That's right. How is Master Swimmie?

Armadillas asks, and Titania answers.

“Father, Swimmie is back in the world.”

"What? Then you've found a way to return...!"

"Yes, but...."

Hearing Armadillaus' surprise voice, Titania gives a strange expression somewhere. You look like you've noticed a sudden change.

Meanwhile, Riji felt uncomfortable with Armadillos' words in the same way. In other words, I am convinced that if I find a way to return to modern Japan, I can do so.

What if the Emperor knew that Ming could use magic?

"Hmm. There was a lot going on before I left." But in that case, Lord Reiji and Lord Mizuki also seem to know about it. "

Share your perception with Armadillas. After all, he knew that Shiming was a sorcerer, and while they were in the castle, there was some attachment.

As for what was important, it was revealed, just like when I talked to Shiming before.

"Hmm. Shining, I told the king." Hmmm..... "

Mizuki must have remembered something he hadn't been taught. Puff up your cheeks and express your obvious grumpiness. "I won't allow it unless it's a souvenir." "Rice and miso are minimal." While bumping such a thing into her mouth, she was emitting a negative aura that made her feel the "dark side."

"So, did Vermenia go to your world?"

Yes. Lord Bai Yan accompanied me back.

I see. Then you can see me turning my eyes to a different world.

Armadillos smiles in a good mood as if he had anticipated Vermenia's arrival.

I think the teacher will be fine.

Yes. Lord Bai Yan is good.

Titania and the two of them confidently say so.

With that, Graziella suddenly turned her gaze toward me.

"...... I've been wanting to ask you guys for a while, but you've been evaluating Lord White Flame a lot."

Of course, Lord Bai Yan is a... a... a... a... a...

It's true that White Flame is dexterous and talented, but how do you explain that indescribable feeling of regret?

Sorry, Doctor?

Graziella frowned, and Teatania followed suit.

"... isn't Lord Graziella making a mistake?" If you're a swimmer, you mustn't forget that Lord White Flame is a shame. "

Hey, are you guys serious? Are you serious about that? "

Graziella is terribly puzzled by what she and Titania say. It's as if you've just noticed that you're looking at things from a different perspective.

As Graziella intensified her confusion and bewilderment, someone gushed out.

"--Bufu!"

No matter who looks around, there's no one there.

Suddenly, Armadillas turned away. Your shoulders are trembling slightly, and your palms are touching your mouth so that your voice doesn't leak out.

Apparently, you're holding back your laughter.

"... it seems that His Majesty Armadillaus has grasped it."

"Father? What do you mean...?"

"Hmm. Lord Swimmee certainly called Vermenia" "Po" "Ko" "Tsu" "etc."

"Is that...?"

"Ponko!?"

Eek!?

I looked at Mizuki's face, but she shook her head sideways like she didn't know it either.

Meanwhile, Titania reveals her anger.

“Oh my God, I didn't know you were saying that when you praised me for remembering.”

"Hmm. I don't want to say that Shuming is the worst person in the world..."

"I can't forgive you. I have to wear black and white around when I come back..."

"...? Titania. You and Lord Swimei are getting stronger around here." It wasn't like that before you left? "

"Huh? No, that's..."

In response to Armadillas' question, Teatania turns away as if to deceive her.

Anyway, Armadillas changed the course of the conversation because he thought it was barren that his daughter never answered her questions.

"Well, let's keep this chatting going, and it's time to get down to business." I already know in the letter that Lord Rage wants to ask me something. "

What do you want to hear? While Armadillas gazed at Titania, Titania gave directions to the surroundings and paid for them.

“Father, I'd like to ask you about the Duke of Hadrias.”

"... Lucas. I've already received reports that you used the Merchant Corps for rumors." I'm sorry, but I can't give you a great deal of punishment for that. I can give you a certain limit, but it's harder than knowing that Swimmie is a strong person. "

“No, it's not that.”

"Hmm. So what are you talking about?"

Unlike Titania, he opens his mouth.

“Did you know that Duke Hadrias imprisoned El Maide's hero, Elliot Austin?”

"Lucas imprisoned the hero of El Maide?" No, according to the report, you will stay for a while to relieve the fatigue of the brave. "

"No, he was actually threatening and holding him back. I'll leave that for now. We have something that bothers us.”

I see, Lord Rage has another concern.

“Father, have you ever heard the word Universeless?”

"No, I don't know about the oligarchy."

“It's the name of the people behind this northern continent. We were helpful during the previous war against the demons in Nelferia, but when El Maide's hero Elliot stood in front of us earlier.”

“In terms of the flow of the story, is Lucas involved in that?”

“Yes, I believe there was some kind of conspiracy to connect with Gottfried, the ally of the Universal Key (Unibercitus), and imprison Elliott.”

Titania expresses her concern, but Armadillas narrows his eyes as if he can't believe it.

"...... Lucas is an ally of mine. I don't mean to shelter you, but I think it made some sense to do something like that...... Titania"

“Yes, I think so too. But I know we have to keep an eye on the trends.”

"That's right, brave man." Have you ever heard anything from Lucas? "

Is this from the Duke?

When Riji replied, Armadillas nodded.

Speaking of which, there is. That was a long time ago.

"...... I was called to the Duke's Palace to talk about my visit to Krant City once."

What did Lucas say then?

"I wanted to talk to you about why I fought and about the goddess."

“There's no reason Lucas won't tell you why. Maybe that's what it's all about. But about the goddess....."

Armadillas murmured, revealing a strange thoughtful face.

Soon, some kind of answer came out.

"It must be because Lucas is anxious, just like the world is today." The anxiety will eventually involve Astelle. That's probably why you're jumping. "

"... perhaps the duke has anxiety about the goddess."

"I see. Then this story will not be revealed to anyone else."

Yes.

"I know how Lord Rage feels about Lucas." But did Lucas think Lord Rage was in the way? "

“No, I feel like I was trying to test myself against an aggressive enemy and get something done.”

If that man is serious about discharging Lord Rage, he shouldn't be able to do it.

"... yes, that reminds me a lot."

Well then, did you point the blade at Lord Rage?

“It was like trying.”

"That's true if you don't listen." But... hmm, Lucas would push it through by saying, "I got a match from a brave man." "

Armadiyahus anticipates Hadrias' excuse and looks at us with a wipe.

It looks like nothing is going to happen after fighting Lucas.

No, I did something together because there was Shizumi at that time.

I see.

Then Titania opens her mouth.

"... honestly, the duke can be defeated if it's swimming." The sword's arm isn't that good, but the way it fights is vicious. "

Huh? So, did you make a match with Teetanya-sama?

"Yes, yes. Well, yes..."

So how did it turn out?

Asked by Armadillaus, Titania is visibly suspicious of her behavior.

"Being a servant, it's not something I have to tell you..."

But I'm curious.

Armadillas won't let Teetanya escape.

It looks like she's enjoying her daughter's reaction nowhere.

Meanwhile, Titania looks terribly bitter, as if a bitter biting insect remains on her tongue.

"... I lost, but that was because I was using a cowardly hand."

"Lord Swimmee is not a swordsman." I can't fight you with your "majestic" thoughts. Each user has their own tactics. "

I understand that!

While Titania devours, Armadillas breathes a sigh of indifference to his daughter.

"Your dislike of losing will never be cured after all this time."

O, Father!

Titania screams like a scream.

In any case, the meeting with Armadillas was partitioned here.