'Well, I see. Is it a military academy in the Duke of Quent? I've heard of it before.'

　Every night... it's too much to say, but the conversation between Elena and Ray takes place once every two or three days in pairs.
　Ray had not had a conversation with Elena for a long time, as he had been on his way to Gracial for the last few days.

"Is he famous?"
"Well, it is said that there have been many talented men in the Knights of the Duke of Quent. There is a similarity in the Duke of Kelebel, but it is not as large as the Duke of Quent.'

　Ray looks convinced at what Elena said, recalling the size of this military academy.
　In fact, the academy was quite large and it was clear that many people were students of the school.
　Ray himself, however, has seen very little of the students.
　After leaving the school principal's office, I had Samaroon show me around the school's facilities, but perhaps because Samaroon was considerate, I didn't get close to the crowded places.
　Still, some of the students looked at it from a distance.

'If you didn't expect me to hear from you for the last few days, that's the reason. and yet it's quite interesting again.'
"I don't think it's so interesting for me to be in trouble."

　Elena gave a soft smile to Ray, who whispered his shoulders slightly.
　Originally only Elena has a bright face, the soft expression on her face catches my eye.
　Ray opens his mouth, keeping it secret.

"Anyway, I'm afraid I'll be in this military academy until spring, so if you're a "mind," you know."
'It's no problem to be lifted a little later. Besides, it's a little disappointing to say this, but I've also had some problems."
"Is it a problem?"
'Well, there's a new house in the aristocracy. He's interfering with me.'
"... a little?"

　The words conjure up two things in Ray's mind.
　In other words, those who think Elena is an obstacle to the eyes and want to eliminate her with their abilities, and those who want Elena as a woman.
　It was an undeniable fact that the latter was highly likely, especially given that Elena herself was very attractive.

'She is trying to get my attention, apparently wanting to have a connection with the Duke of Kelevel.'

　And, in fact, Ray's concern is right.

"...huh,"

　Ray's voice, muttered in a small voice, gave off the power that would definitely send fear down his spine.
　But when Elena heard Ray's muttering, she smiled, not fear.
　It's not a bitter smile or twitching smile, but a smile full of joy.

'Hmm, don't worry. Of course I'm not interested in such a man. I refused on the spot.'
"And I hope they give up,"

　He has the power of the Duke of Kelebel, Elena, who is nicknamed the Princess General, and even the beauty of a man who will never stop attracting.
　Furthermore, there are some who inherit the power of the Entient Dragon at the altar of succession, though only those who know it know it know it.
　Being single and without a fiancé, it's the best property for an ambitious nobleman.
　At that time, Ray's presence is rarely a problem.
　For those who are after Elena, Ray is a notorious Rank B adventurer, and he thinks marriage between aristocrats is a completely different story.
　It would be unbelievable to hear from him that they love each other.

'No problem. I'm not interested in being a Duke of Kelevel either. Besides, if they do something strange, I can't keep quiet at that'

　Elena's smile along with the words is very belligerent.
　That's what Vihela would normally look good on.
　If he goes mad and attacks Elena to make up the facts, he will regret it in many ways.
　Now that she understands it, Ray opens his mouth to change the subject.

"Now that you mention it, what's wrong with Yero?"
'Huh? I think I ate too much dinner. I'm sleeping now.'

　You might have guessed Ray's desire to change the subject, but Elena goes out with it instead of saying anything special.
　It was probably because Elena didn't want to talk any more about another man in front of Ray -- especially about marriage.

"Well, I suppose Sett will be sleeping in the stable by now."
'What kind of food do you serve at the military academy? Juma... If that means Ray's juniors, can we expect him? Especially in this case, Ray was involved in a royal mess.'
"What do you think?" The food served in the cafeteria of the staff dormitory was ordinary."

　Ray's tongue, however, is by no means keen on taste.
　No, considering you don't like alcohol, you can call it a child's tongue.
　...but I also like to eat things that children don't like, like wild vegetables.

'You mean Ray, maybe he ate a lot of food?'
"I don't deny it,"

　Elena sees through herself, but Ray doesn't have a bad time listening to her words.
　If this had been from someone else, perhaps the story would have been different.

(Perhaps this is the kind of person you don't care about.)

　Ray thinks deeply about her life since she met Elena.
　That must have been the expression on his face. Elena, reaching for tea on the other side of the pair of oaves, opened her mouth curiously.

'What's the matter, Ray?'
"No, just a minute," It seems like a long time has passed since I met Elena, but I think it's only been a few years."
'... well, that's right. I feel like it's been a long time since I met Ray. That's... that's nothing.'
"What's wrong with you? It's not like Elena to stop in the middle."
'It's noisy. Sometimes I don't feel well, either.'

　Ray gently tilts his head at Elena's blushy cheeks.
　This is because I thought that Elena, who I always talk to, would not behave like this...
　However, for Ray, maidenhood is one of the most incomprehensible things in the world.
　It was easy to imagine that if I asked any more, it would go round and against me.
　That's why Ray continues to change the subject again.

"The King's faction said they would proceed with the enforcement of discipline in this case, but what about the aristocrats? My personal opinion is that discipline is necessary for the aristocrats as well. No, I know that neutrality is not entirely reassuring."

　Elena's expression on her face is slightly distressing when she hears the sudden change.
　It's because he understands what kind of aristocrats are in the aristocratic school, where his father is at the center.
　Perhaps that's why the aristocracy is so bad, but there are many who act coercively against the people they rule over.Of course, there are many people in the upper management who understand the situation properly, and there are few people who act tyrannically.
　...there is no such thing as few, which means that there are still some in the upper classes who are as obsessed with the privileges of the nobility as ever.

'Now that the royalists have taken such steps, it is certain that they must do something about it. Otherwise, unlike the King's faction, the aristocratic faction would be said to have no self-cleansing effect."
"I see. That's not the way to attack. and yet it is certain that the King's faction exposed such a disgrace, so I don't think it's very easy to imitate."
'You're sweet. Lords are good at taking advantage of their opponents' weaknesses. Do you think you'll miss such a great opportunity?'
"If you say so, the King's side has more weaknesses?"

　Needless to say, the reason why the royalists tried to enforce discipline this time was because of their affair with Ray.
　To be exact, it started with an attempt to force the maid to take her.
　It's not because I fell in love with a maid at first sight, but simply because I wanted to make her a comfy.
　On top of that, it was such a disturbance that I could not have been more ashamed of myself.
　The royal aristocrats would be helpless if they were attacked there.
　Ray tells her so, but Elena shakes her head.

"You understand the word "King's faction," don't you? They can use the means of eventually bringing the King to power. though it is not so easy to do, for if you do nothing like that, you will be disgusted with everybody.'
"But this time it's not such a simple thing, and you're right there?"

　Despite his doubts, Ray quickly convinces himself.

'That's what happens. ... Anyway, we're going to be busy from spring.'
"Oh, Vihela said she would come to Gilm... and it would definitely make a big fuss."

　Vichela's appearance is very flashy, even though the former princess of the empire alone has enough buzz to make a fuss.
　They wear light clothing that distinguishes them from dancers and prostitutes, in a figure that will attract people's -- or more precisely men'
　Ray could easily imagine an adventurer who knew nothing and could not see through his strength challenging Vihela.

(Compared to Marina, Vihela is no match for her in terms of her s*x appeal, but she has a rather moist adult charm over there. ...well, I'm not familiar with that sort of thing, so if you're a master of love, it might be a different story.)

　Marina thinks she's moist and Vihela's aggressive, but suddenly she finds Elena's fixed gaze on the other side of the pair of ovens.

"What's the matter?"
'…nothing special. I just remembered something a little unpleasant. Instead, Ray will play a mock game as an instructor, right? Don't play too much. If Ray really fights, his students' confidence will be shattered."

　Unlike before, Elena has changed the subject.
　While understanding it, Ray gets on the subject when he feels he has a miserable future ahead of him if he speaks badly in this situation.

"I'm not going to go that far either," But the problem is that you're basically older than me when you go to military academy. There are people everywhere who underestimate others based on their age."
"Well, yes. Ray, in particular, is small in body size. If you don't take down your hood, you could be mistaken by the students. And if you take off the hood..."
"I'll be despised,"

　Ray understood best that his face was anything but tough.

(Well, it's true that this was better than a ugly face. Also, if you have a strong face at this height, it will be unbalanced. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . If you say it's a masterpiece, you should have at least made it into your twenties. and he wouldn't be inferior to Elena.)

　Though he didn't know what he was thinking about, Ray still harbors his frustration that it was the fruit of the Zepiles' technology.

However, as soon as Ray shows his ability, no one will be able to resist. It would be nice to take Seto with you. It goes without saying that even those who are active in the front line are frightened when they see Seto."
"Well, for those who know nothing, Seto is nothing but a symbol of fear. -- even though he's so friendly in nature."
'Huh, it's a Gryphon, so it's no wonder. People are influenced by preconceived ideas. You won't know how friendly Seto is until you actually touch him. and that he should not forgive the enemy, as is his master."
"That's an undeniable fact. Seth doesn't do it that way specifically because she wants to, but it's almost instinctive."

　As the night wore on... Ray and Elena would then have an hour's worth of conversation with each other and enjoy a brief encounter.