Cheat Magician Life That Started From Being Judged Useless

The time to become King

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 Pretending to have escaped, he stayed in the royal castle and continued his life without being found by the knights.

 He even enlisted several kingdom knights to cooperate with him in his own coup.

 Even though the Resenburg Royal Family's system was in a state of disrepair, it seemed that Havre Calvine had built up power behind the royal castle beyond all expectations.

"As you can see, Havre Calvine and his crew have been apprehended. Havre is a major criminal who plotted to take over the Kingdom of Resenburg and assassinated my father and brothers. After rigorously investigating whether there are any further collaborators, he will be sentenced to death. With this, the enemies of Resenburg are wiped out. From now on, the people will unite as one, overcome the national crisis, and achieve unprecedented prosperity!"

"Long live Camilla-sama! Glory to the Kingdom of Resenburg!"

 Camilla, standing on the balcony with Nero under her command, proclaimed loudly, and the gathered people went wild again.

 While the public's eyes were focused on Camilla, I protected the boy who seemed to be the younger brother of the dark-attribute magician, and entrusted him to the Knight Commander along with Havre, who was tied up.

"Knight Commander, I believe this boy is the younger brother of the dark-attribute magician who was being held hostage by Havre. In a short while, I will hand over the magician in question to the knights, so please take care of the rest."

"Understood. Even so, this barrel is ..."

"I will collect and dispose of the barrels. I will make time to explain the contents at a later time."

"I kindly request of you."

 I left Hart and Fred as Camilla's escorts and joined Basten.

 In the warehouse where the barrels of explosives were piled up, the cloth that covered their faces was stripped off, and the strong men who were tied up were lying on the ground.

 The dark-attribute magician was standing silently by the wall.

"Basten, is there no problem here?"

[ Yes, there seems to be none of Havre's minions other than those who are tied up. ]

"Got it. I'll hand these guys over to the knights, but before that ... I protected your brother."

 As soon as she heard that her brother was safe, a smile appeared on the magician's face, which had been expressionless until then.

"Thank you ... But, why are you so kind to me?"

"Hmm ... I wonder why it is, maybe because we're magicians of the same dark attribute."

"But, you and I are at different levels as magicians."

"I don't know your level, but it seems there are various circumstances."

"I see, by the way, what will happen to my brother?"

"I protected him and entrusted him to the Knight Commander, but he won't be charged with a crime."

"Is that so ... Then, I don't have any regrets ..."

"Ehh, I won't allow you to commit suicide."

"I have no intention of killing myself. But, I don't think I can escape the death penalty for committing so many crimes."

'But, wasn't that because Havre took your brother hostage and threatened you?"

"Even so, it doesn't change the fact that I committed a crime."

 When I glanced at him, Basten nodded back.

[ From what I've seen, quite a few knights were killed in that attack. Besides, this is also treason against the country, so even considering the circumstances, I don't know if she can escape the death sentence ... ]

[ I see ... Got it. ]

 Treason against the nation in this world was a serious crime that could not be compared to Japan.

 I could understand it in my head, but my emotions couldn't understand it.

"Could it be, are you able to talk to that Skeleton?"

"Ehh? Yup, he can't speak, so it's just telepathy. Basten was a knight of the kingdom."

"Wait, does that Skeleton have its own memories and intentions?"

"My genus all have their own intentions and are helping me, but ..."

"Ahh ... What can I say. There is a magician who has mastered the dark attribute in front of me, but I'm going to die without knowing the depths of it ..."

 The dark-attribute mage, who had a philosophical attitude until now, looked down and her body trembled a little.

 It was difficult to read her facial expression due to the intricate pattern of the tattoo, but I was sure it wasn't sweat dripping from her slender chin.

"Basten, I'm going to call the knights."

[ Roger that, Kent-sama. ]

 When I dived into the shadows and moved from the warehouse to the main street, I saw a large number of knights moving around.

 If it was a low-ranking knight, they would be confused, so when I searched for someone I knew, my eyes caught a knight who was giving instructions while riding a horse.

 If I remembered correctly, he was one of the knights who had a meeting with Camilla together with the Knight Commander before the ceremony.

 I chose a place that was visible to the knight, but away form the other knights, and emerged from the shield of darkness.

"I have restrained Havre's minions, can you come pick them up?"

"You are, Maou-sama ... I will go with you, can you guide me?"

"Of course, if you please."

 The knight dismounted and left his horse with his men and summoned about five other knights.

"Then, if you please. How many of Havre's minions are there?"

"Seven or eight men with good physiques, and one dark-attribute magician."

"Was the dark-attribute magician also captured?"

"To say captured, it looks like she was threatened by Havre."

 While guiding the knights to the warehouse, I talked about the explosives, the attack method, and the dark-attribute magician.

 When the knights arrived at the warehouse, they saw Basten's appearance and put their hands on their swords all at once, but they were surprised when he returned the Resenburg-style salute and they let their guards down.

"Basten is my genus, and he was a knight of Resenburg during his lifetime, so it's okay."

"Could it be, one of the three loyal retainers ..."

"Right, right, so don't worry."

 Havre's men were roused up and taken away, as Basten had tied them up in ropes for easy retrieval.

 Only the dark-attribute magician remained.

"I didn't think it would be a woman ..."

"Because of this person ..."

"I'll give you plenty of pain and make you confess everything."

 Because she was the one who stole many of their companions' lives, the knights' gazes at the dark-attribute magician contained a sense of hatred.

 As they said, after being taken away, it seemed that torture called interrogation awaited.

"I will personally interrogate this woman, so keep her separate from the others. The tattoos on her face seem to have some magical meaning, so in order not to make any more sacrifices, do not make careless contact. Got it?"

 As soon as they heard about the tattoo, all the knights who were close to us retreated.

 Of course, they didn't need to worry about that, but it was to prevent the knights from being violent.

"Regardless of the fact that she was threatened, she was the magician that Havre Calvine used as a trump card. Because she must have information that is needed to be heard, don't let your guard down and handle her carefully so that it doesn't end up in a situation like escape, suicide, or getting sick and dying."

"Understood, Maou-sama."

 I handed over the dark-attribute magician and Havre's minions, then returned to the royal castle.

 After finishing the ceremony in the front yard, Camilla returned to her waiting room and received a report from the Knight Commander.

 It seemed that the gathered people were also quietly leaving through the gate on the exit side.

"The ceremony is over, Camilla."

"Maou-sama, yes, I was able to finish it somehow, this is also thanks to Maou-sama's help, thank you very much."

"How are the civilians injuries?"

"Yes, there are people who were hit by large pieces and broke their bones, but fortunately no one was injured in a life-threatening manner."

"That's wonderful. Just now, I handed over Havre's minions and the dark-attribute magician to the knights."

"Have you captured the magician?"

"Yup, I caught her ... Apparently, she was threatened by Havre."

 I explained to Camilla how I stopped the explosive attack, located the hideout, captured them, and handed them over to the knights.

"There was a tattoo on their face ...?"

"Right, at first I thought she was wearing makeup with that kind of pattern. Have you ever heard of that kind of custom?"

"Tattoos on the face ..."

"Is it alright, Maou-sama."

 While Camilla was thinking, the Knight Commander asked to speak.

"Do you know something?"

"I have only heard rumors, but I have heard that there are tribes with such customs in the mountains of the Felciane Empire, further west of Barshania. I've heard that they're a kind of so-called shaman, a kind of necromancer, but they're also a dark-attribute magician, so maybe ..."

"I see, the explosives were made in the Republic of Kilia beyond that, so it might be related."

"What, did they come from Kilia? In that case, I have to investigate how Havre brought them in."

"That's true, but did you figure out how Havre was able to live in the royal castle?"

"It's not clear yet, but the knights who followed Havre, although it's a shameful story, seem to have been stuck in debt."

 According to what the knights, who had given up after losing both hands, confessed, it seems they were forced into a situation where they had no choice but to listen to what they were told, as they had snowballed the debts they had made through gambling and playing with women in brothels.

 In the first place, the gambling and playing with women that caused the debts, it seemed that Havre had a hand in causing them, and it seemed that they were targeted as knights with many openings from the beginning.

 Somehow, it really was a country that was beyond useless in various ways.

 Maa, it seemed that Japanese government offices were also corrupt and hid things that were inconvenient, so I couldn't say much about other people.

"Anyway, we've captured the ringleader, Havre, so don't let him escape this time."

"As expected, the knights of the Kingdom of Resenburg cannot tolerate any more abominations. We will put in place a strict security system and take all possible measures."

"That's right, about the captured dark-attribute magician, since I think that if the booster runs out, she won't be able to move, please let someone take care of her. I'll ask about the situation after she is able to move."

"As you command."

"Then Camilla, I will return to Volzard, so I will leave the rest to you."

"Ha!, as you wish."

"As for me, I don't know anything about Resenburg, and I don't know anything about the ceremony of succession to the throne. But Camilla, today, in your own words, you declared to the people that you would become King, from now on, as the King, I want you to behave in a way that you will not be ashamed of."

"Yes, thinking of the people, as a King who cares about their country, I vow to do my best not to be shameful."

"Knight Commander, I'm asking you to assist Camilla."

"Ha!, I certainly accept it."

 I dived into the shadow space while being sent off by the two who were on their knees with bowed heads.

"Reinhardt, I think it's fine, but have a Kobold watch over Havre."

[ Understood. Even if you captured him, you won't let your guard down, as expected of Maou Kent Kokubu-sama. ]

"Because, it would be troublesome if he escaped again."

[ Buhahaha, you're right. I am also tired of being Havre's opponent. ]

"Also, have Zae-tachi withdraw as well."

[ As you wish. ]

 When I returned to Volzard, the trio of Yuika, Manon, and Beatriche, had spread out the sheets in the courtyard of the Guest House, and Mio-chan, Meisa-chan, and Hamill were spending time with the Kobolds.

 It was a bit late as the Aldaros riot had dragged on, but it seemed that this situation was being demanded.

 Now, first, let's get everyone out before me.

"Nya~, recently Goshujin-sama, is using this cat harshly, nya, it feels like something like that, nya."

"I will gladly come if it is the order of Nushi-dono."

"Zeta is so serious, nya."

 While spewing such things, Nero slipped out of the shield of darkness.

"I kept you waiting, nya, Nero worked a lot, nya, so I will relax in the sun, nya."

"As for us, it's nice to meet you."

"Now, what shall we play."

"Of course, it's fine if you pet me."

 While Meisa-chan and Mio-chan jumped at Nero and the others with high pitched cheers, Hamill clung to Manon with a pale face.

 Maa, it might not be unreasonable after seeing them for the first time.

"I'm sorry I'm late."

"Welcome home, Kento. Good work."

"Welcome home, Kent-sama!"

"Welcome home, Kent ..."

"Ahh, it's fine as it is, Manon. I'm home."

 After hugging Yuika and Beatriche who greeted me, I approached Manon who was being clung to by Hamill and gently hugged her.

"Hamill, you don't have to be afraid because everyone is my genus."

"Sh, shut up! I, it's not like I'm scared, so go away."

"Yup, that's fine, but why doesn't Hamill play with them too?"

"Sh, shut up! I, I'm taking a break right now."

"Yes, yes, I understand."

 It seemed that Hamill had no strength to stand up.

 On the other hand, Meisa-chan and Mio-chan were running around with Zeta-tachi.

 Nero ... He was really taking a nap, but he didn't work much today.

"Kento, has the Resenburg mess been settled?"

"Hmm ... Tentatively, I captured the mastermind Havre, but it seems like there are still collaborators, so I guess it's not completely settled."

"Kent-sama, have you finished your lunch?"

"Ah! ... I haven't eaten."

"We have sandwiches here, so please enjoy them."

"Thank you, I'm hungry."

"Kento, you have to wash your hands properly before doing anything!"

"Uuh, it's troublesome to go to the well ..."

 Using water-attribute magic, I put out a water ball about 30cm and washed my hands, then used wind-attribute magic to blow away the water droplets.

 Yup, it's really convenient to have all the attributes.

"Haa ... I feel like Kento is getting lazy."

"Eeehhh, forgive me for this much. But, if I go back to Japan, I'm confident that I could live my life without stepping out of the kotatsu."

"Mou, don't do that, seriously."

"It's okay. In the first place, I don't get the feeling I can be that relaxed ..."

"Kent-sama, if that's the case, please take it easy for now."

"That's right, let's take it easy."

 Beatriche and Yuika held me by the arms ... Oops, it's bad, I'm being glared at by Manon-chan.

 Hey, Hamill, who seems to be indefinitely unable to stand up, don't be shy and go play.

"Riche, what is Klaus-san doing?"

"Papa is ... He's useless for about three days in the New Year."

"Maybe, is it alcohol?"

"Yes, he's groaning with a hangover right now, but he'll drink again at dinner, and tomorrow he'll have a repeat hangover."

"So, does Marianne-san no longer stay silent on the fourth day?"

"That's right. Kent-sama, do you need something?"

"Yup, but it's not urgent, so I'll come back after the fourth day."

"Then, I'll tell him when I see him."

"Yup, please."

 It would be better to hear that the explosives from the Republic of Kilia came to Resenburg, albeit through the help of Havre.

 Depending on the situation, it may be better to bring the collected explosives to Japan and have them analyze the performance of the explosives.

 Currently, giving them to Undead to hold and self-destruct was an unimaginable way to use it on Earth, but I felt it was only a matter of time before they started using guns and cannons.

 In a world of swords and magic, cannons and guns would be unromantic.

 I wondered if Kilia would be destroyed by raining 'Spears of Condemnation' ... But, I won't do it.

 In the sunny courtyard, the building blocked the seasonal wind from the west, making it a warm and comfortable space.

 Nero was curled up in the sun and taking a good nap, but when Meisa-chan and Mio-chan got in the way from time to time hugging him, he chased them away with is tail.

 Contrary to Nero, Zeta, Eta, and Theta seemed to actively try to play together, giving them a dog-like feel.

 At first, Hamill was frightened, but now he was running around with Meisa-chan and Mio-chan.

 No matter what you say, you are in quite a delicious position.

"Uu~h ... I'm the only left out, everyone's a bad child."

 Appearing while groaning, Angelina-san was wearing a thick turtleneck knit and woolen skirt, with her right hand on her temple and a slightly pale face.

 it went without saying that this was a hangover.

"Uu~h ... Kent, I feel sick ..."

"Uuh, Ange-oneechan, you smell like alcohol ..."

 The smell of alcohol still wafted from Angelina-san, who hugged me after walking over on unsteady steps.

 If she couldn't drink until this time, her tolerance for alcohol was probably pretty weak.

 Angelina-san, who hugged me from the front, was exhausted with her head on my shoulder.

"Hey, Ange-oneechan?"

"Yup, yup, you called me Onee-chan properly, Kent is cute."

"No, hey ... Fuguu ..."

 Angelina-san put my head on her chest and started stroking it.

 Fuwaa, it's dangerous, it's so soft that it really looks like I'm going to rise to the heavens.

 It couldn't be helped, so I cast healing magic on Angelina-san while being held in her arms.

"Fuee ... Eeehhh, lies, what's going on?"

"Ange-oneechan, you drank too much. You don't normally drink much, do you? Don't drink too much."

"By any chance, Kent cast healing magic on me?"

"You had a bad hangover."

"Mou, thank you! Kent, I love you!"

"Fugua ... Muguu ..."

"Wait, Onee-sama, if you've recovered from your hangover, please get away from Kent-sama."

"Eeehhh, why is that? If we're going to be brother and sister, isn't physical contact important?"

"Fuguuu ... Muguu, Fugaaa ..."

"Look, Kent too, says it's right."

"Onee-sama!"

 Beatriche, Yuika, and Manon were puffing out their cheeks in anger, but I think Angelina-san's natural airheadedness is good ... Yes, I'm sorry.

 Hey, I'm not the one who's bad this time.

 I can't just push her away ... Yes, I'll be quiet.

 But, if this became an annual event, then Volzard would be the best.