Never touch Eldmia Egga - Episode 180
After having an extremely peaceful and luxurious meal, except for Cheryl and the people in the mansion who were very nervous, Asilier and I went up to the room first, following Esmuët's suggestion. She made this decision with Ogatorf's reputation in mind, as when she comes to someone else's house and only talks to the houseguests, she ignores the owner..
In fact, looking at Cheryl's expression, it seemed like she was hoping she would just ignore it, but she had no choice..
It was the first time in a while that we had seen each other due to detention, and time went by smoothly, except for a small incident in which Asilier, who had perfectly predicted that Esmuye would have stayed close to her looking for an opportunity, would not leave even for a moment..
In the meantime, I talked to Asillie about the dinner invitation proposed by Lellie and others, got her consent, and received another expression of affection in a manly manner from Esmuye, who came up after finishing her business, before I was able to finish the day..
"Even considering it's been a while since I came back, it's really hectic.."
My luggage, which I originally shared with my colleagues, had been moved to the last guest's room. Since we had been eating and sleeping together for two years, there was no problem with our bond with them..
Even in the Republic of Korea military, if you stick together that much, you're bound to end up with something strange about camaraderie, unless you mess up military life, but there's no need to mention the bond that comes from a place where guys with a clear sense of purpose are gathered together. It was simply a measure taken because putting the person who killed Knight Envelde to sleep in a room with his servants would be seen by the outside world..
If you leave it as is for no reason, it becomes annoying when an unnecessary dispute arises because it is seen as bragging, saying, 'We can even beat a knight with battlefield experience.' I don't know if it's because they die for fame and live for fame, but if they feel they need it, they will mobilize everything in their power to tackle it..
Right now, even I can think of endless ways to start over if I make a mistake, so I wonder if those who have lived their whole lives in such a society are foolish..
"I think the timing is right in many ways.."
Even if it's to win the title of Wandering Knight, it's no different from a job you love while working hard, so I want to leave while I can. Even in the royal family, it is difficult to praise me one-sidedly, and even if it is a famous knightly family called the King's Ten Swords, there is no way to know what will happen if I am in it. If internal disciplinary action is taken through moderate dismissal, but the pattern of receiving instruction is maintained... it will be seen as a very reasonable response in an aristocratic society..
After changing into simple clothes and lying down on the bed, I realized the shocking fact that even the guest bed was of lower quality than the detention center bed, but the psychological stability was incomparable..
As I laid down like that and sorted out what I needed to explain to Cheryl and Lord Ekaf tomorrow, I quickly fell asleep..
Still, is it because of the sense of relief that it is home?.
Normally, I would have woken up early in the morning, but I woke up in a hurry until it was time for breakfast, and after filling my meal with an exquisite table prepared with the utmost care for Esmuët, I returned to the lodgings where the delegation was staying, promising the next time. After sending him off, I started putting my affairs in order according to yesterday’s plan..
The moment I explained the situation to Cheryl and told her the plan I came up with yesterday, she reacted more unconvincingly than I had expected, so the first start seemed risky, but through a three-way interview with the deacon, my argument came to a reasonable conclusion. Somehow I was able to sort it out..
"...So in the end, it's really going out next year.."
"Once again. It was already decided from the moment you came here, right?."
Cheryl had a very dissatisfied expression on her face and only after thinking about it for a while did she sign my resignation letter..
The next place we headed to was Ragnis' mansion. Perhaps because everything was in the process of being resolved and normalized, the mansion was filled with lively residents moving about, creating a hectic scene..
I was contemplating putting the visit on hold, wondering if I had come at a busy time for no reason, but Lenisa, who was leading the charge as frantically as she did on the first day of her visit to the empire, spotted me and approached me with a warm smile..
"Lord Eldmia! Looks like your detention is over.!"
"It’s been a while, Sir Lenisa. I'm glad things worked out well.."
"It's all thanks to Lord Eldmia's hard work together. Even so, the Margrave was waiting for us every day. Let's go in."
"You look very busy. Can I help you??"
"Haha, no. I already received help from an acquaintance yesterday, so I can't bother you any more.."
Seeing as he didn't mention his name, I guess that's all he said..
I'm helping here for no reason. I felt like even wasting my time would be a distraction, so I just nodded and entered the mansion and headed to the office. Ragnis, who was lying on the sofa and staring at the ceiling as if he had no connection with the bustle outside, looked at me. welcomed me.
"Detention is over.!"
"Uh, I was supposed to come out yesterday, but I couldn't come right away because I was taking care of various things. But why do you seem to be the only one relaxing in the mansion??"
"They say they are being forcibly left behind...."
In other words, out of consideration for her, who must have been going through a lot of emotional distress, she was forced to take a thorough rest until the mansion was restored to normal and the royal family issued a clear statement. Ragnis exaggeratedly explained that even lifting a finger required permission from Lenisa, emphasizing his boredom several times..
Of course, it wasn't just complaints that continued. The story continued, such as Gies being reinstated thanks to all of her problems being resolved, and the nobleman who had put her in trouble was guillotined. Although it was boring, it was probably true that he had been quite tired, and Ragnis seemed strangely listless the whole time he was talking. I think that's why Lenisa told me to get some recuperation..
"Now that I think about it, I've come up with a story to relieve your boredom.."
"huh? What?"
"I think I'll learn magic from the court wizard.."
"...uh?"
I don't know if it relieved my boredom, but it certainly created a mix of bewilderment and surprise. When I told them the stories that happened yesterday, the emotions changed into shock and bewilderment..
"It's a truly ridiculous relationship.."
"There are more than one or two things in my life that don't make sense.."
"...Well, then how about staying at my house this time??"
"He also wanted to talk about it now.."
Sure enough, Ragnis was almost ready to use his life, but after my successful persuasion, he was finally convinced and gave up on dragging me along..
"The specifics will become clear only after talking with Withra and dividing the time between them, but for now, I think it will work out that way.."
"I knew he was famous for his personal research, but... I never thought he studied magic and even had that kind of connection with Eldmia.."
Even when I think back on it, all I could offer to Ragnis, who was shaking his head in disbelief, was sympathy and a laugh..
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After that, my normal daily life continued for a few days, as if I was truly on vacation..
Visit the inn with Asilier, enjoy dinner with Gaendal and the others, explain the situation to Sir Ekaf, who has finally returned to the mansion, and ask for his understanding, receive the throwing weapon completed by Mr. Balkun, and test its performance, etc. It was a peaceful time, such as looking for a good inn to stay at..
When about three more days had passed, Asilier suggested as if something had suddenly occurred to her..
"LDI? Let’s take this opportunity to stop by Ogwen.."
"oh."
When you start learning magic in earnest, time is sure to be tight. There was no reason not to move right away anyway, and it would be further away next year, so now was the right time..
Even though he submitted his resignation letter, he continued to live in the Ogatorf family and was indebted to them, so he spoke to Lord Ekaf first and he even lent them his horse..
"You've done a lot for me, so of course I should help you to that extent. I'll tell Cheryl."
As soon as the royal statement was announced, Cheryl returned to the academy. To be honest, since he has been at the mansion so naturally, I thought he was on vacation, but it turned out not to be the case. They say you have to stay pretty busy for a while to maintain your grades..
Well, anyway, I had originally planned to take a tour carriage or walk, but it turned out to be a good thing. After leaving Lord Ekaf's office, I and Asilier headed to the Adventurer's Quarter to purchase some simple travel supplies. Asili was also unprepared because she had suddenly flown to the capital, and due to the nature of my work, most of my work was day trips even though I worked as an adventurer, so in fact, I had to purchase almost all the items new..
Still, it wasn't bad. The rain that fell that day when the Envelde Mansion was destroyed must have reduced the world's temperature, because winter was clearly approaching and it seemed like it would snow soon. Even if there were previously used items, it would have been time to replace them after inspection..
"If you don’t know anything else, buy high-quality winter products.."
"OK. My sister may have gotten used to Ogwen's climate, but now it's hard for her to endure it.."
"Well then, let’s stop by the guild for a moment. There are some things I've been eyeing already.."
Manufactured type A tent. And a magically cozy blanket.
I didn't know I'd buy it so quickly.
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