“So, today I will be content with monopolizing the gaze of the master, the successor of the famous King of Darkness.”

It was the first time I had seen Eleanor with such an expression.

When I was activating [Contemplation], Eleanor’s expression was always tinged with a slight uneasiness.

She smiled brightly on the outside, but on the inside she was always anxious. It is said that he had some kind of trauma.

But at this moment, it was different. It was the moment when her front and back coincided perfectly.

“… … .”

awkward laugh.

Both on the outside and on the inside, they’re just smiling awkwardly.

He looks as if he doesn’t know what he’s talking about.

Looking at that ambiguous expression, I think I will become ambiguous to this side.

only one though.

There is one thing you can be sure of.

I was sure that Eleanor’s words were sincere.

I don’t know what that feeling she’s sending me is, but I know she wants my attention right now.

I don’t know if it’s love or longing, or if it’s because of the fragile mindset that I just want to lean on.

“I think it will be difficult because I have to patrol in the future.”

Eleanor’s expression instantly decayed.

“… … Master is the worst.”

The burden she is carrying now and the burden she will be carrying in the future is heavier than I imagined.

He must have had such an unstable mental state.

Well, either way.

“instead. If you are near me, I will definitely find you and talk to you. Before you crash.”

“is that so… … .”

It would be okay to add a hand to that load.

Watching troubled children wasn’t a day or two, and this much wouldn’t be a problem.

Isn’t it a long-awaited party?

In the original work, this part passed without any problems, so this amount of leeway should be fine.

“Master tends to trust his face too much and speak lightly. If I go around trusting my face forever and making light promises like that, I might get stabbed by me later, right?”

“… … .”

“just joke.”

… … weird.

why is this a lie?

You must have said it was a joke. must be a joke

Eleanor looks at me with cold eyes, contrary to what she said was a joke.

I couldn’t read anything from the dark eyes like sea water pulled from the deep sea.

The perfectly twisted front and back sends chills down the spine.

“Can you be sure, Master?”

“What… … ?”

“I’m asking if you can promise me that you can stop it before it happens. I could burrow into people right now and punch them.”

“… … I made a rash remark.”

Eleanor is right.

As long as I don’t understand her way of thinking, I may not be able to prevent her accidents.

“I knew it. So there is no need to promise to prevent accidents. So just talk to me.”

“Yes, I will.”

“… … there are a lot of people Even if I’m alone and isolated in the meantime, will you find me?”

“yes.”

“… … Even if I was locked up in a dark and confined place with my eyes and ears covered and I was isolated and unable to speak, would you find me?”

“Yes, even if it is in the middle of a battlefield, I will find you and talk to you.”

“hahahaha… … . Thank you for your words.”

Eleanor shakes her head.

I’m simply dismissing what I’m saying as a joke.

But I’m serious.

As long as I have [Contemplation], as long as she is near me, I can find her wherever she is isolated.

“Should I swear on Mana?”

Can not help it.

If it’s M’s oath, Eleanor will know that I’m serious.

“It is a fact that I already know that the master is running scams under the pretext of trust in the oath of mana.”

No, Eleanor was stronger than I thought. Is it because I usually mention the Oath of Mana too much?

Credit is already at rock bottom.

“So let’s replace it with this one.”

“… … .”

Eleanor reached out with her right hand.

The fisted hand had only the thumb and little finger extended.

What? Are you asking me to swear your M’s oath?

take a picture?

“A promise?”

However, when I saw the innocent way he took my hand and put my little finger on it, I knew that my heart was rotten.

yeah i was trash

“… … Yes, I promise.”

“Master has big hands. Hi-Hi.”

I made an appointment with Eleanor.

The heaviest promise in the world, to find her no matter what.

* * *

dream It is a lucid dream.

It’s probably not because the [Erosion degree] exceeded the limit like last time.

This time, I haven’t crossed the 30% barrier yet.

So what is this dream about?

It may just be a periodic transfer of memories in that it exceeds 20%, or it may be a simple dream.

But something is different.

This dream was strange enough to be simply a memory of Oz.

This is me and Oz. Are these two dreams at the same time?

Yes, I was standing in front of the mirror.

In the mirror, Oz’s reflection was still cold and arrogant.

Yes, it looks the same as usual.

An appearance that can be described as probable as a joke.

Cold eyes that seemed to see through the opponent.

An expressionless, but somewhat arrogant face.

But on Oz’s face like that.

To that face looking out with [contemplation].

It was as if a mask was put on to hide something.

* * *

The day after he made a promise that he could keep while appeasing Eleanor, who had lost his temper. The weekend has arrived.

Perhaps the other students are taking a break from the party they had the day before.

Normally, I would have practiced magic or entered dungeons and collected gold, but today is different.

More than that, money is already enough.

Oz’s personal assets were more than I thought, so I didn’t feel the need to go into dungeons on weekends.

Furthermore, perhaps because of some luck, if I found 10 boxes, 9 of them were empty.

There was no labor cost either.

＜Drops of Undine＞

There are 82 ＜Undine’s Water Drops＞ spread out in a needlessly large room.

Today, I plan to refine the ＜Undine’s Water Drop＞ obtained from the Daily Dungeon on Wednesday.

It would be difficult without the help of potions to stop [Myungwang]’s plans.

If you think about this plan, no matter how much mana is Oz’s body, it might be too much.

“Well… … .”

In the game, it was called Alchemy, but Alchemy was a more complex discipline than I thought.

Needless to say, I could feel that viciousness even in the test.

What’s more, that’s the beginner level. The difference in academic difficulty is too scary.

“I need to buy the ingredients… … .”

Of course, you can’t make a potion with ＜Undine’s Water Drop＞ alone.

There must be materials and catalysts to purify it.

The problem is that those materials are not available inside the academy.

Of course, there are places that sell it, but unless you are a student learning alchemy, you have no right to buy it.

It is for those who want to learn forever.

“There is something I want to check… … .”

In ＜Broken Sky＞, among the materials, materials with high quality and efficiency appeared randomly.

yes, this is also random. There was nothing that could be visually confirmed.

but… … .

“If you check it with contemplation, you will see something… … .”

What if [contemplation] sees through the reason of all things?

It might be possible to sweep high-efficiency items.

But it’s a bit like overlooking my situation right now.

It is only now that we are safely inside the barrier of ＜Skientia＞, but the situation is different when we go outside.

I am being hunted.

[Solvent]’s protection is carried out only within her realm.

In other words, she is not involved outside of ＜Skientia＞.

It seems that there are many people who sold her name and acted as depravity, so they drew a line.

“In the end, I have to do something with my own strength… … .”

There’s no way there will be guys attacking me in broad daylight when there are a lot of people.

No, even if there was, he wouldn’t be able to do something stupid like launching a large-scale bombardment in the city center of the empire.

It would be difficult to aim for my gaps with [Contemplation], as the covert method would be the limit.

“Hmm… … .”

Chark-

Open a map showing this neighborhood. Even though it was a fantasy world, maps were incredibly expensive.

Even though it is a world with all kinds of magic tools, I don’t know the standard of value because the map is exceptionally expensive.

Of course, it doesn’t matter to me who has a lot of money to rot and overflow.

I am a man who can eat steak every night.

It is said that if you feel that the meat is not enough, you are a man who can order one more and eat it and leave it.

Look, I am such a luxurious person.

“Moving route Evande… … .”

No matter how you look at it, you have to go through two alleys that are sparsely populated.

Of course, turning around would be the way to go, but if I had to move like that, it would be too time consuming.

It’s a lot of time, but then at night, a crazy dance party with assassins will start.

Then at least you need someone to be your shield.

The problem is, of all the people I know, there are only two people in the Guardian profession.

They are Olivia Blue, a member of ＜Shield of Light＞, and Baekyang, a member of ＜Imae Mang-ryang＞. Neither has good feelings for me.

I had no interaction with Olivia, and Yang Baek hates me.

It is deplorable.

“Have you strained your relationship too much?”

Seeing what happened with Eleanor yesterday makes me feel bitter.

I don’t want to be looked down on, so I usually act overbearing, but I can’t erase the feeling of bitterness.

“Shall we contact Tenebris?”

I thought there would be nothing to use, so I searched for something I had put in a corner of the room, and a dusty crystal ball appeared.

It is called a ‘two-way communication crystal ball’, but to put it simply, it is a mobile phone.

The design is sick.

When mana was blown into the crystal ball, communication sounds began to be heard.

It was a familiar bell I had heard in my previous life. If it was going to be made like a mobile phone, it would have been nice if it had a little more features.

It would have been the best if it was possible to make a phone call with many people without even wanting to play a game.

“Huh?! communication? uh… … ? Prince of Oz? uhh… … ?”

“Are you sleeping?”

“Oh, isn’t it? Aren’t you sleeping?”

A stupid voice came through the crystal ball as if he had just woken up.

What time is it now and are you still sleeping?

“Have you been sleeping profusely over the weekend?”

“Go, for the cat Soo-in, sleep is originally unbearable.”

There is no point in making excuses that seem plausible and mysterious now.

It just becomes mysterious in a different sense.

“What’s more surprising? I never thought that they would contact me first. The Prince of Oz.”

“It’s done. Can you arrange for a Guardian?”

“Is that the point? I’m sorry.”

I guess that’s right.

Am I being too businesslike? This is why I have no friends.

“Well, that would be natural for you. A guardian after all… … Are you thinking of going outside?”

“So, are there any infiltrators nearby?”

“There are none among ＜Tenebris＞ who have infiltrated… … . No, maybe that’s possible. If we do well, we might be able to procure one more warrior as well as a guardian.”

“You’re not going to make me needlessly go into debt, are you?”

“Well? No, I promise I won’t ask Prince Oz for anything for this matter.”

“… … What the hell is your intention?”

“Well? Are you even worried that I’m selling a trap? Is the wall smaller than you thought?”

“… … .”

playful tone.

Are they saying that they are beyond the crystal ball now? Even if I only activate [Contemplation], the guy who would be busy tying his tail looks relaxed today.

That’s why I didn’t want to use the crystal ball. The biggest weapon I have is [contemplation], but that becomes useless.

“… … Alright, I’ll fall for that provocation today.”

“You can look forward to it. Prince of Oz. It will be so much fun.”

“Then how long can you let it go?”

“Well… … . Maybe right now.”

“Then, shall we meet in front of the school gate by 9 o’clock?”

“No, that would be too fast. Would you like to give me a little more time?”

“Then until 10 o’clock.”

“It is. then.”

Removes mana from the crystal ball.

Now that the negotiations have been concluded, there is no need to get caught up in her pace anymore.

The rest is when there is [contemplation].

There is still time until 10 o’clock, but it won’t hurt to prepare in advance.

“… … Wait a minute.”

But something… … Something is strange.

Lucia had been sleeping until just now. However, he said that there is someone who can arrange it right now.

Is it possible to coordinate opinions with others who are not affiliated with ＜Tenebris＞ like that?

And the strangest thing is that he asked himself for time.

Are you thinking of catching up?

“I’m worried about something… … .”

* * *

“Heh… … .”

Lucia raised the corners of her mouth as she looked at the crystal ball whose mana had been cut off.

Fortunately, Oz didn’t seem to notice her ulterior motive.

How much humiliation I had suffered from Oz’s overbearing eyes until now.

“It’s not bad if you just listen to your voice like this.”

Lucia was able to gain the upper hand thanks to not feeling intimidated beyond the crystal ball.

Now it’s Oz’s turn to do a favor and release her stress in the form of revenge.

‘This is a suit to get me to work on a holiday. Prince of Oz.’

With that thought, Lucia got up from the bed.

Her tail waggled in anticipation.

Standing in front of the mirror, Lucia examined herself.

Somewhat tangled black hair, a wagging tail, and crumpled pajamas, perhaps due to sleeping habits, were visible.

It may take some time to sort it out.

However, Lucia smiled rather sinisterly.

and shouted loudly.

“Noah! Can you help me?”

“What?! Did Lucia wake up already? Normally, I would have slept until noon, but are the people around me changing?! Yesterday, Master Oz was also strange!”

“I don’t know what you are talking about! Please help me sooner than that.”

After a while, a bustle was heard and Eleanor poked her head through the gap in her door.

It seemed that doubts still lingered.

“But what are you asking for help?”

“Can you call Baekyang for now? I have something to discuss.”

“yes! okay!”

Watching Eleanor leave in a lively manner, Lucia tidied up her hair.

I was so excited about what would happen from now on that I hummed.

“Huh… … . What is it?”

After a while, the white sheep, who seemed not to be awake, was led by Eleanor’s hand.

She, like Lucia, was also a sleeper.

“Is there? I have to go on a date from now on, can you help me pick out what kind of clothes will suit me?”

“date… … ?”

“Oh oh?”

Lucia laughed inwardly as she looked at the two faces.

Looking at that expression of interest, I could tell that the other person asked as soon as I threw the bait.

“Who, with whom?! Who are you going on a date with?”

“Wow, congratulations. … … So who is going?”

It’s creepy.

One was pure interest and blatant mischief, while the other was sly.

Both of them will not be able to become adults.

“yes! It’s a date with the Prince of Oz!”

And the moment Lucia’s words fell, the expressions of the two began to freeze rapidly.

‘This… … . Eleanor’s expression is beyond my imagination.’

Among them, Eleanor’s reaction was particularly intense.

Looking at her eyes that seemed to be empty, she looked colder than the white goblin next to her who was dealing with snow and ice.

“… … I will help you.”

“I will help you too.”

Lucia had to break out in a cold sweat at the unexpected reaction, even though she had brought it on herself.

* * *

“Prince Oz! hello!”

what.

“Am I a little late?”

What.

“date! I will expect!”

What is this… … crazy?

“What kind of trick is this again?”

“How about enjoying it now that it’s like this? The Prince of Oz.”

“What happened to arranging guardians and warriors?”

“I will follow you from a little distance.”

“What… … .”

At Lucia’s words, activate [Contemplation] and look around. I felt two familiar signs.

“It is impossible not to be interested in dating problems for a girl of this age… … .”

“Are you crazy… … ?”

The guardians and warriors prepared by Lucia were not escorts.

It felt a little different to say that they were mischievous students who followed in the footsteps of their classmates. His expression was different.

“… … If I had to make an excuse, I didn’t know I would end up like that.”

“crazy… … .”

Eleanor, a born pleasure criminal, and Baekyang, a goblin with a habit of playing around with people.

I already get a headache when I think about how the attackers, who belong to a particularly dangerous class of troublemakers, will wreak havoc in the future.

“Really crazy… … .”