After that, I underwent various tests as a "precaution".

　The results were all clear - I was in perfect health.

　When I was finally released from the hospital, I immediately went to see Leah and Rose.

　They were very happy to see me, and I was very happy to see them.

　And now, I was on my way to the Chancellor's office with Leah and Rose.

　As a representative of the three of us, I knocked on the heavy black door.

Come in.

　Dr. Leia's voice came back, firm and clerical.

　It's amazing what a woman's vocal cords can do when she has such a dignified voice and is not actually working.

Excuse me.

　I was allowed to enter the room and slowly opened the door to find

"Oh, it's you guys. ......

　The teacher, who had just finished reading this week's issue of the Weekly Shonen Yaiba, was stretching wide.

"Good morning, Miss Leia.

"Oh, good morning. Allen, are you feeling all right?

Yes. I've had a lot of tests since then, and nothing seems to be wrong.

That's great. --All right, let's get started. As punishment for breaking the rules of the Great Wu Festival, you will be assigned to volunteer work.

　The teacher said, and stood up.

　Of course, I came here today with that intention.

　But before I do that, there is something I need to ask you.

"Sir, before that, can you tell me the rest of the ...... story that ended the other day?

　The day I regained consciousness.

　The teacher was unusually busy with work, and the important conversation ended in the middle.

"Oops, sorry. Oh, I'm sorry.

　The teacher seemed to have forgotten all about it and clapped his hands.

...... In the end, what is that thing that took over my body?

In conclusion, that thing is your 'spirit core'. --I'm sure Ria, who has already mastered the soul-suit, has some idea of what it is.

　I'm sure you'll be able to figure it out.

"Spirit Core ......?

　When I tilted my head at the word I had never heard before, the doctor explained in detail.

It is said that every human soul has a spiritual nucleus, a 'mass of power'. There are various types of ancestral spirits, phantoms, spirits, etc. The 'soul costume' that you are trying to master is the embodiment of a part of this spirit core.

　Finally, the professor concluded his talk with a preface, "This is my guess.

This is my guess," he concluded, "that you were under the control of your own spiritual nucleus at that time. That's what makes the most sense.

"...... Does that mean other swordsmen will also become like that if they are swallowed by the spirit core?

Theoretically, yes. Theoretically, yes. ...... However, there are not many psychic nuclei that have such a strong ego (・・・・・). You can consider yours to be quite special.

"Spiritual Nuclei with Ego: ......

　Inside you, there is a being with an ego other than your own.

　It was an inexpressible and very strange feeling.

Well, I guess you don't have to worry about that for the time being (・・・・). It took over your body for such a long time. I'm sure it's worn you out pretty good.

"I see, .......

　From the way you talk, it must have been quite a challenge for the spirit nucleus to take over my body.

Now that we've got that out of the way, let's talk about what's next.

　The teacher patted his hand to change the air.

You should go to the Mage Association first. You can go to the Mage Association first, I'll talk to them and things will go smoothly.

Thank you, sir.

And can you get directions to the Mage Association at ...... Rose?

Sure.

　Why did I ask Rose to do this?

　I'm sure you'll be able to figure out how to do it.

I'm already a Mage.

　On the plate was the name Rose-Valencia with a registration number.

　I remember that this was to prove my status as a Mage.

"Oh, Rose is a mage?

　Leah said in surprise.

"Yes, for a while.

　Rose nodded her head.

"Well, that's it. Rose is a lot older than you as a mage. If you need any help, she's the one to ask.

I'm on it.

　Rose puffed out her chest.

I'm off then.

Hmm. I hope this will be a good experience for you.

　And with that, we left the Thousand Blade Academy with Rose in the lead.

The three of us

　Right after Allen, Leah, and Rose left the chancellor's office.

"Number eighteen.

　Leia muttered to herself.



"What? What can I do for you, Master Leia?

　He had been working quietly in a corner of the room, but for the first time he stopped and looked up.

You will now be assigned to Allen's escort.

"Escort?" ....... Yes, sir.

　I'm not sure if you've heard of it, but I'm sure you've heard of it.

I'm not sure what to make of this. I'm sure you'll be happy to hear that.

That's great. ......

　This is the first time I've ever heard of a slush fund," he said, raising his guard.

It is quite possible that they will send assassins. If any suspicious people approach Allen, crush them immediately. Your (...) is a bit dangerous, but ...... will allow you to use your soul armor this time.

"Yes, sir.

　He was given a new job, and he expressed some concern.

...... But will it work?

"What?

If I leave here, there will be problems with your work. ......

You have special permission to take the documents to ....... You can keep an eye on Allen and work at the same time.

...... Yes, sir.

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"By the way, Leia-sama, may I ask you a question?

What is it?

If I am to escort Mister Allen, then I will necessarily be accompanied by Mistress Leah and Mistress Rose.

That's right.

I'm not sure what to say, but I'm going to say it.

They are so attractive ........ I'm not sure what to say, but I'm sorry to tell you this,.......

　It was an unusually slurred speech for No. 18.

I'm not sure what to say.

　Leia is a little irritated and rushes to answer.

That ...... if you get a chance, may I take a peek?

You're an idiot, aren't you?　No, of course not, refrain.

"d*mn ......, yes, sir. .......

　Thus, No. 18 had to tackle the three difficult tasks of escort, chores, and abstinence at the same time.

I'm sorry.

　With Rose's guidance, we made our way left and right through the Orestes of the capital.

　About ten minutes after we left the Thousand Blade Academy, we saw a building that looked just like it.

I'm here.

　As expected, Rose came to a halt in front of the building.

This is the Mage Association .......

You've got to be kidding. ......

　The three-story building must not have been renovated in years.

　The brick exterior walls were tattered from exposure to the elements, and gaudy graffiti could be seen here and there.

　The brick exterior walls were tattered from exposure to the elements, and there was some gaudy graffiti here and there, clearly spoiling the surrounding scenery. .......

(Is it true that being a mage is a profession for barbarians ......?

　Holy knights are sincere and honest.
　I'm not sure what to make of that.

　--This is the general image of the world.

(I thought there was a lot of old-fashioned discrimination and prejudice involved in this occupational image. ......)

　(I thought this image of the profession included a lot of old-fashioned discrimination and prejudice. .......) This building looks exactly like the image.

　Leah and I both flinched at the odd appearance.

What's wrong?　We're going to ...... come in.

　Rose put her hand on the door as casually as if she were going home.

　Surprisingly, she didn't seem to mind this at all.

I'm sure you'll be happy to hear that.　I'm not sure what to make of it.

　I'm not sure what to make of this.

　I feel exactly the same as she does.

　And then.

"Yes, it is.

　Rose nodded her head with her hand on the door.

　Leah and I both looked at each other and nodded.

We'll just have to try and get in, right ......?

I'm sure you're right, ....... Yeah, let's just go in .......

　It's only the outside that's bad, but the inside might be decent.

　My illusion was shattered in two seconds.

"This is ......?

It smells amazing .......

Yeah?　It's usually like this.

　As soon as we opened the door, we were greeted by the thick smell of alcohol.

　It's a good idea to take a look at the website and see if you can find anything you like.

(This is .......)

　It's just as I imagined it would be, or at least a cut above .......

　Leah seemed to have the same impression, and her face was twitching and twitching.



　We're standing there in the doorway, dumbfounded.

"Hiccup ......, you guys ...... don't look like you're from around here ......?

　I'm not sure what to make of that.

"...... Leah, Rose, back off.

　I'm not sure if I'll be able to do it, but I'll try.

I'm sure you'll be pleased to know that I'm not the only one who has a problem with this.　Why don't you join me for a drink ......?

　It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for.

　It's ...... dangerous.

　So I decided.

I'm sorry, but we have some business to attend to.

　I stood between the two of them and softly declined his offer.

　And then.

"Hey, ........ No one is listening to you!

　He swung the bottle in his hand at my head.

　It hit the top of my head, shattering it and splattering my head with alcohol.

"Hey, what are you doing?　Are you okay, Allen?

What are you doing at ......?

"What are you doing ?" "Ha ha ha ha!　That's not cool!　You're soaking wet!

　The drunken man sneered at me with his stomach in his hands.

You ......!

You're getting carried away ......!

　Leah and Rose looked at each other and tried to poke the man.

It's okay, both of you.

　I admonished them.

　We're both on suspension right now.

　We're suspended from school right now. If we make a scene here, we'll get in trouble with Ms. Leia again.

And besides... he just drank on us.

　Yeah.
　I'll get tired of getting angry if I have to make a fuss about this.

"Oh, he just poured alcohol on me." ......

It's usually a serious injury. ......

No, but you see, ...... nothing is wrong.

　You'll be able to get a lot more than just a few of them.

"Oh, no. ......?

There's no wound .......

　This time, I was really just sprayed with alcohol.

(Maybe he relaxed the moment it hit him.)

　Despite the direct hit from the bottle, I didn't have a scratch on my head.

"Come on, let's go.

"Uh, yeah. ......

Oh, if you say so, Allen. ......

　So we walked past him and made our way to the reception area.

　It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for.

The other mages, who had been watching the whole thing, began to laugh in unison. "C'mon ......, Dread!　You're not being taken seriously, are you?

I'm not sure what to say.　I can't believe I'm being made a fool of by these kids!

I'm not sure what to say.　You can't even be a mage!

　In the event that you're not sure what you're looking for, you'll be able to find out more about it here.

　It is really a ...... superfluous people.

"Hey, you ......!

　This is a great way to make sure that you are getting the most out of your money.

You can't think you can get away with making me look like a fool, ......!

　It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're doing.

I'm sure you'll be able to see that this is something you can't overlook.

　I looked him squarely in the eye and told him.

I looked him right in the eye and told him, "The sword is not a tool for intimidation. Are you sure you want to use ......(・・・・・・)?

　I made sure of it.

　I made sure that I knew what it meant for a swordsman to draw his sword.

　Then Mr. Dread took a step or two back, as if he had been sobered up a bit.

"......?

(? ! )　This is Allen's killer ......!

(Heavy, painful ......? !)

　And.

"I'm sorry, ....... I'm sorry, I'm sorry, I'm sorry, I'm sorry, I'm sorry, I'm sorry, I'm sorry. I'm properly awake now. ...... Here you go, give me a break. ......

　He quickly put down his sword and bowed deeply.

He quickly put down his sword and bowed deeply. "...... I understand. Be careful not to drink too much.

　I accepted his apology.

　We all make mistakes.
　I've made countless mistakes in my life, and this time there was no harm done to me. It's just that my body and clothes reek of alcohol.



　If he was honest and apologized, that's fine.

"Oh, ......!　I'm sorry, I'm sorry!　I'll buy you a drink next time. ......!

　I'm sure you'll be happy to hear that," he said, leaving the Mage Association quickly.

　It's nice of you, but ...... I'm still underage, so I can't drink.

　And then.

I'm not sure if it's a good idea.

　In a slightly faint voice, Leah called out my name.

　I'm not sure if it's because she was suddenly tangled up with a mage, but there was a hint of fear in her eyes.

　Perhaps as a princess, she has never experienced anything like this. It was understandable.

"Are you okay, Leah?　Do you want to go somewhere to rest?

No, no, no, I'm fine. I'm just a little spooked.

That's okay. ....... If you're not feeling well, just let me know, okay?

Yeah, yeah, ......!　Thank you, Allen! (Thank goodness ....... Thank you, Allen! (Thank goodness it's ...... the usual kind Allen. ......!

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