Since When Did You Have The Illusion That You Don’t Have Magical Powers?!

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Sapphiras Perfectio, 2nd son of the Earl of Aldridge

Percival Belisario, 3rd son of Margrave of Vanderwall on the Eastern Frontier

Aurora Steinfeld, daughter of the Duke of Bloomfield

 

“Ermmm, how did you know it was me?”

“My subordinate who was out on a night subjugation saw you hunting a magical beast. He recognised you immediately because he met you in the forests of the royal capital.”

I thought I was hunting magical beasts ahead of the knights, but were they watching me? I was so obsessed with making money that I didn’t even think about it. I think there was a rule in the dormitory that you aren’t allowed to go out at night. This is something that shouldn’t have been found out……

I felt a strong gaze from my right side and deceived myself by laughing.

“……So that’s how it is. So the magical beasts didn’t just disappear naturally. Also. From Percival-sama’s behaviour, you must have known about Sapphiras-sama’s actions.”

“I’m sorry.”

“If Percival-sama didn’t stop him, then he wasn’t in danger. Then it can’t be helped.”

Aurora only said dumbfounded and did not say anything about breaking the dormitory rules. Perhaps you’ll let me off the hook?

“The magic skills that Sapphiras-kun showed us in the forests of the royal capital was truly remarkable. When the magical beast first appeared, the situation was beyond the control of the Second Order of Knights alone, so we asked for the Order of Magicians’ cooperation, but the Order of Magicians’ adviser refused to help us.

Hugo nodded in agreement to the red-haired brother’s story.

Was it such a big deal? I’m sorry that I wished there were more magical beasts, even for a moment.

But that magic adviser is that guy, right? That’s my ex-father, isn’t it? Why did he refuse to cooperate?

“Why did the adviser refuse to dispatch help?”

“He said he couldn’t move the Order of Magicians against a magical beast of that calibre. He knows very little about the situation on the ground. But the Commander of the Order of Magicians, who judged the current situation to be extraordinary, said he would send his men in secret, but before that, Sapphiras-kun wiped out the magical beasts.

That useless Earl, what is he thinking by not sending out the magicians? Isn’t that a dereliction of duty? Besides, I thought that being an adviser was just some kind of honorary position, but he had such a strong voice within the Order of Magicians.

“I have a simple question, if the Order of Knights don’t have advisers, why do the Order of Magicians have them?

“I’m not that familiar with it myself, but I think everyone knows the story of how the first Lord Perfectio single-handedly defeated an outbreak of magical beasts some 150 years ago. It is said that Lord Perfektio wanted the position of Commander of the Order of Magicians as a reward for his efforts. However, His Majesty the King, who at the time thought that he could not disrespect the loyal Commander of the Order of Magicians who was serving the country in turmoil due to the appearance of the magical beasts and Insania Metus, created a seat for him in the form of an adviser and welcomed him into the Order of Magicians.”

So that’s how it is. Even so. It’s absolutely brazen. I don’t think the king at the time who rewarded him would have thought that he would become so influential in the Order of Knights.

But 150 years is a reasonably long time. If it’s a position with that much history, it’s unlikely that you’ll be able to do something right away just because it’s a nuisance. Moreover, it’s also a seat that the national hero wanted.

Hmm?……Huh? But wait a minute. ……

The outbreak of the demonic beast 150 years ago is an event that has stuck in my mind.

“Could it be that the outbreak of magical beasts occurred at a time when Insania Metus’ demonic energy caused the magical beasts to become violent and rampage in various places, and the location was the Sea of Trees on Mt. Paluum?”

I don’t think it could be, it couldn’t be him right? If that’s true, it’s a hell of a story.

“Yes, I’m sure that’s what I heard.”

“I knew it!”

I shouted so loudly that everyone looked at me in surprise.

“What’s up, Sapphiras?”　

“Ah, no……I’ve just had a few thoughts about my former family lineage……”

Wow. I’ve just realised something terrible. I mean, why didn’t I notice it before, me?”

“Sapphiras’ family lineage? I’ve heard that Sapphiras-kun is a commoner.”

“Errmm…….”

“Sapphiras-sama’s original name was Sapphiras Perfectio. He is now a detached member of the nobility, but he is related to the Earl of Aldridge by blood.”

Aurora answered on my behalf, as I was at a loss for words. I am sorry for the trouble my ex-father has caused you.

“Yes……that’s why I’m sorry about my ex-father.”

“No, that’s exactly what Sapphiras-kun should not apologise for……I see, he was the son of the Magical Earl? Then that magic makes sense.”

No, no, I don’t want you to be convinced. The Magical Earls have been crooks from the very beginning. I had no interest whatsoever in my own ancestors, so I didn’t even remember them until now.

It wasn’t the first Perfectio who single-handedly defeated the magical beast that attacked Solmontana. It was me.

At the time, the demonic energy rising from Insania Metus, the Black Flame Dragon that suddenly appeared, caused many magical beasts to arise and rampage not only in the kingdom, but also in the surrounding countries here and there. Every country was busy dealing with the magical beasts, and there were not enough soldiers and knights from their own countries to cope with them. Naturally, I was also flying from place to place.

That’s when it happened. I found a magician being attacked by a magical beast rising from the sea of trees on Mt. Paluum. That was Perfectio at the time. I couldn’t bear to abandon him, so I helped him, but I remember he was angry that he had been left alone by his friends. I was in a hurry to get to Weathervane, so I left Perfectio where he was out of danger and moved on quickly. He took advantage of the fact that no one saw me do it and took credit for the magical beasts I killed.

Looking back, he never thanked me for saving me. When I heard he was left behind, I thought he didn’t have a good party. Now I know why I was left behind. I’m sure his friends got fed up with that kind of Perfectio.

But it’s a bit arrogant of him to ask for the position of Commander of the Order of Magicians when the achievement is not even his. It’s good that this country was peaceful after subjugating Insania Metus, but if there was a war or another large-scale magical beast rampage, his skin would have been peeled off in no time. Isn’t it the worst thing to be descended from such a trash magician ancestor?

Moreover, being oppressed by such a guy’s descendants as having no magical powers is extremely complicated. What’s more complicated is that I wish I had never helped such a piece of trash, but if I hadn’t, I wouldn’t be where I am today.

You can’t expose a 150-year-old lie now. Even I, who was there, can’t prove something such a long time ago without any evidence. In the first place, the Earl had nothing to do with that matter.

“Sapphiras? Is there something on your mind?”

“……Not really. It’s just that I have very complicated feelings,how should I put it.”

“It’s not necessary for Sapphiras to feel responsible for the Earl. There was nothing that Sapphiras, who was still a minor, could have done.”

“Yes, that’s right. Percival-sama is right.”

“Parents and children are different. And besides, Sapphiras-kun is no longer a member of the Perfectio family. Then there is even more reason for you to not be bothered. Even though we came to thank you, but it seems that I have talked too much. I’m sorry.”

“Ah, no. Please don’t worry about that.

“……By the way.”

Aurora smiled a perfect smile, spread her fan and hid her mouth. I have a bad feeling.

“Why is Sapphiras-sama subjugating magical beasts all by himself?”

That is a fair question.

“Errmm……I needed something a little ahead of me, so I wanted some materials that could sell.”

“Well, were you so short of help that you had to break dormitory rules? If so, you should have told me right away.”

“No, no! The dukes’ support is more than enough, but apart from that, I needed a little more money……how should I put it.”

“Miss Aurora, Sapphiras was hunting a magical beasts for me.”

Percival removed the cord hanging from his neck and took out a sack made of tanned leather from his bosom. He carefully opens the bag and takes out what’s inside and shows it to everyone. He takes great care of it. I’m kind of happy.

The flame inside the red stone seems to be stronger than yesterday, though.

“……No way, is that the War Maiden’s Oath?”

The red-haired brother opened his eyes. I knew it was something that sword-wielders know. It’s quite a rare magical tool, but anyone on the battlefield would want to wear it.

“I received a ring from Percival, so I wanted to return something worth it. So, this time, I want you to turn a blind eye to the fact that I broke the dormitory rules. This is how it is!”

With a clap, I bowed to Aurora with my hands in front of my face.

“I understand the situation. But. I’m sure Percival-sama doesn’t want you to take risks and give something back to him. Sapphiras-sama is still a student, so please don’t take any risks.”

“Yes……”

She said with a smack, and I’m dispirited. Aurora is a duke’s daughter, but she’s like a mother.

However, I understand that Aurora is genuinely worried about me, not just the dignity of the ducal family, so I reflect on it seriously.

“Only this time, said Sapphiras, next time he won’t do anything reckless on his own. I’m also responsible for knowing what he was doing and not stopping him. If Sapphiras is punished for breaking the dormitory rules, then I will be punished the same way.”

“Percival……”

I think it was unavoidable that I turned my gaze to Percival.

Because it’s a punishment! I’m sure it’s boring to write down the language of a foreign country or copy an archaic language, right? I can’t bear to do that alone!

“……I see, I thought it would be a pleasure for my family and my brother if Sapphiras-kun became my brother-in-law. But Gideon didn’t stand a chance in the first place, did he?”

The red-haired brother said that with a wry smile.

 

melon: and Sapphiras continues to remain clueless