"Well, I see," It is true that oak forms a settlement when a superior species is born. And there is no doubt that if a settlement is formed, the surrounding villages and towns will be severely damaged. With that in mind, it is true that it is best to destroy a village while it is being built. for it is quite possible that, if you can't get your hands out of hand, the power of the Oaks will increase and the nobles who rule over their lands will get out of hand."

　Hearing of Ray's attack on the oak settlement, Trajist nods convincingly.

"But father. Oak is, after all, a low-ranked monster. It is also true that the military is very useful for field training because of its close build. Of course, we should avoid causing damage to the surrounding area as much as possible."

　Shurus, who was listening to Ray and Trajist, says so.
　Oaks, indeed of a certain intelligence and strength, and highly fertile and easy to increase in number, were also a good match for the military to gain experience in actual warfare.

"Oak settlements are nothing but nightmares for those who live or travel around them, as may be for the army, brother Schles." especially women."

　Orcs are essentially male-only monsters, requiring the use of females from other races to grow.
　The most vulnerable of them were the many.
　Of course, the human race includes the elves, the dwarves, and the beasts, but there is no doubt that the most numerous of them are ordinary people.

"I know. So when I hear that an oak settlement has been found, I try to send my troops right away. I'm not intentionally trying to expand the village."

　Shurus tells Vihela that he is disappointed if he thought the Imperial Army was deliberately leaving the oak unattended to spread the damage.
　After receiving the metal card, the atmosphere in the room softened considerably. 　
　And now it was exciting to talk about what Ray had been asked to do as an adventurer.
　Most of the people in this room now serve in the country of the Empire of Bestia, and few of them have ever heard of it, even though they know it through their knowledge.
　One of the few exceptions was Vihela, who had been an adventurer in the Kingdom of Milliana after fleeing the Vestian Empire, who had only tried to dungeon in the labyrinthine city of Egzil in search of a strong opponent.
　However, the story of Vihela who actually attacked the dungeon was so realistic that everyone... even the knight of the guards listened with interest.

(Well, as for Egzil, it's only natural to listen with interest. Of course, there are some labyrinthine cities in this country, and they could be used to manage them.)

　Ray is convinced of the reasons why he's so sharp, explaining his time away from Vichela.
　We'll talk a lot more after that.
　Although he initially had no good feelings for Ray -- given why he lost the civil war -- he gradually became interested in fighting monsters out of Ray's mouth.
　He was originally very interested in military affairs. His talent was inferior to Vihela's, but he still has what it takes to be called competent.
　That's why there was so much support from the Imperial Army.

"The monster that had a strong impression was Gamerion, wasn't it? This is the best monster in this country, but when I first heard it, I heard it was a rabbit monster..."
"Well, that's for sure," I remember being surprised when I first saw Gamerion."

　It is true that the rabbit is the original, but the size is incomparably larger than that of an ordinary rabbit, with huge tusks to bite to death and ears as blades, and those who see it may not be able to recognize it as a rabbit monster.
　That's how Ray talks about the monster he's been fighting as an adventurer for about half an hour.
　By this time, not only Schles but also the Knights of the Guards, who had feelings for Ray, were drawn into the conversation.
　In the midst of all this, Ray, who is thirsty, moistens his throat with cold tea.
　Theoreum, who was listening with interest, said, "I'm not sure if I thought it was over."

"And then, Ray," I'd like to talk about the reward for this case..."
"Here?"

　Even in his private room, Ray opens his eyes lightly, wondering if he expected to be offered any reward during an audience with the emperor.
　But Teoreme does not respond to it and nods back.

"Oh, Prince Mercurio says that the reward for Ray is a family treasure handed down to the Imperial family."

　Perhaps he had already anticipated it, Trajist watched the development of the story without saying anything particular when he heard Theoreum's words.
　Even the Knights of the Guards and Schles did not show any particular displeasure.
　It would have been a different story if Theoreum had brought up the pay issue as soon as he came into this room, but he didn't look so opposed, perhaps because he had been happy to listen to Ray.

(Did you aim for it from the beginning?)

　Thinking of the reasons for the earlier story, Ray somehow understands that.
　It's not that it's unpleasant, though.
　It's not like being friendly to yourself, but it's a fact that you're still saved by not showing off your dislike.

"And, as for the reward,"I have prepared a ring for the new moon."

　It wasn't Ray... but Schles and Fritzione who looked surprised at the words.
　The Knights of the Guards don't understand why Schles is surprised.
　Since it is a family treasure handed down to the Imperial family, it is not surprising that a knight of the Imperial Guard does not know, let alone a person who has a certain position.
　Amale and Angela were also waiting to see what the New Moon Ring was like.

"Theoreum... Are you serious?"
"Yes, Prince Schulsu,"
"But that magic item... I see. Come to think of it, Ray's magic is..."
"Yes. That's why it's the ring of the new moon."

　Ray intervenes there, perhaps impatient at the way the two of us understand each other.

"It would be helpful if you could tell me the situation, too, if you could not understand each other on that way."

　Theoreum nods and opens her mouth to Ray's words.

"The ring of the new moon is one of the magic items excavated from the ruins of ancient magical civilization. The effect is to conceal the magic of the wearer."
"...is that all?"

　Contrary to the grand name of the ring of the new moon, it seemed to be a not uncommon feature.
　But Teoreme shakes his head.

"That's all...? I wouldn't say I don't have this kind of magic item, but it's quite rare." It takes very high technology and rare materials to make. And..."

　Again, Ray's reaction was probably quite different than expected. Theoreum, who had always hoped to be more pleased, said so.
　It was Vihela who took over the words of Theoreum.

"Ray, do you understand that your magical powers are incomparably greater than those of the wizards.
"Of course,"

　Although the consumption of magic has decreased to a certain extent in the Red Armour of the Flame Emperor, it is still used and activated to the point that ordinary wizards would not be able to sustain it in a few seconds.
　It can be said that he used the armor of the Heio in front of the Red Armour of the Flame Emperor with his magical powers.
　Considering the sheer amount of magic alone, it's probably one of the best in Elgin.
　If you think of it as a human being, no one would have more magical powers than Ray.
　Nevertheless, it is impossible to say for certain that there is no such thing as a mutation sometimes.

"Do you know that some wizards ... are not just wizards, but they have the ability to sense the other person's magic? Of course, the numbers themselves aren't that great. If there were fifty wizards there would be one -- no, if there were a hundred."
"I know. I've seen it a few times. There are other acquaintances who have magical eyes that can see magic directly."

　The image of an adventurer working solo, like himself, passes through Ray's mind.

"Then you know, for example, if Ray tries to do something undercover, it's impossible because of Ray's huge magic, as long as someone has the ability to sense that magic."
"…I see. Well, the ring of the new moon is..."Vihela nods back to Rey's words, which explain the effects of the magic item, the ring of the new moon.

"Yes, as Theoreum said before, you can cover up the magic that will be released while wearing the ring of the new moon." Of course, it doesn't actually reduce the magic, it just makes it look like that. Besides, this is the only article unearthed from the ruins of ancient magical civilization. Well, I don't understand anything other than the Empire of Bestia."
"If that's true, it's a very grateful magic item for me."
"It's a magic item that alchemists can still make, but I think only the ring of the new moon can take Ray's magic."

　Ray can't help but think ahead of him by his magic.
　If that's the case, there's no doubt that magic items that prevent it are invaluable.
　After thinking for a few seconds, Ray nods back to Theoreme.

"All right, my reward this time is the ring of the new moon. I got this, too."

　He turned to the metal card on the table and said so.
　In fact, there is no doubt that the metal card alone is a priceless thing that would otherwise be unthinkable.
　It was certain that the possession of this would be something that could be relied on in case of emergency, since it was endorsed by the Trajist that there was no need to refrain from taking any action against the Empire of Westia.

"Then I want you to wait a little while," Your Highness Mercurio, will you?"
"Well, excuse me for a moment," Father, don't you mind?"
"Well, this is what you have come to. I have no complaints about it, if I give it as a reward for its power."

　No one can disagree here, as Trajist says, and Ray's reward is determined by the ring of the new moon.

"Well,"

　Teoreme says so and walks out of the room with Mercurio.
　It goes without thinking what I went to do.
　That being the case, Ray silently sees it off and waits to come back with the ring of the new moon.

"Ray,"

　Trajist calls out to Ray again.

"What is it?"
"When will your lord leave the imperial capital?"
"I think within a few days... There are quite a few people who want to come with me because of this civil war, so I think I will return to Gilm with them."
"...oh. I mean, is that a pullout?"

　Ray shakes his head at the words of Trajist, whose eyes have become sharp for a moment.

"I don't mean it," In the first place, I didn't make an offer. I think we probably became more emotional as we worked together."

　To be exact, there are many thoughts, such as having worship for Ray and Sett's power, being amazed by the depth of his friendship, and visiting Sett's love.
　The biggest of them was that if they fought against the kingdom of Mileana, they would have to fight Ray.
　Having seen the power up close, those who are willing to refrain from fighting Ray.

"It's no wonder that most of the people in the squad were intoxicated with Ray. If we had adopted the form of a pullout, I think the whole expeditionary force would have responded. ... oh, no. though Perenicus would have been impossible."

　After that conversation, Teoreme and Mercurio return to the room.
　The jewel box in its hand is small, but decorated to the full extent.

"…I want you to accept it." It's my reward for this matter."

　Theoreum holds the jewel box open and holds it out to Ray.
　Inside the jewelry box is a ring that is apparently made of some kind of magical metal.
　a ring that does not have any jewelry in particular, even appears to be sold in stalls
　However, the glossy black color, which is worthy of the name of the new moon, attracts the viewer's attention, as if the night were condensed.
　The only ring in the jewel box is the ring of the new moon, nothing else.
　Well, it's obvious that the jewel box alone is a fortune.
　Ray gently picks up the ring at Theoreum's urging.
　Put the ring on the index finger of your left hand, in the spotlight of everyone there.
　As soon as it fits into your finger, the slightly larger ring shrinks and fits your index finger.

"Ray's magical powers have decreased a little above the average wizard..."

　A voice muttered by Theoreum, who had the ability to sense magic, echoed into the room.