Volume 2 Chapter 38: After the Attack 4/4

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Author: 夜州 (Yashu)

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It was the morning, and everyone was surrounding the dining table.

Not only Eden and Letia were there, but also Dash, Himika and Enaku.

“School starts again today, but I’ll try to come again next weekend. I’ve asked for repairs to be made to the inn, so you will be contacted here at the mansion when they are done. Please take it easy until next week. If you need anything, just ask Darmeshia.”

Darmeshia, standing behind Cain, bowed.

Everyone nodded. Enaku, like always, looked a bit lonely now that Cain was going to leave.

After having finished their meal and said their goodbyes, Cain and Eden transferred directly into Eden’s office, as he had said it would be no problem for them to directly appear there.

“Cain-kun I think I might go to Drintor again soon, so I’ll be counting on you then.”

It seemed that he could no longer endure the hardship of being shaken around in a carriage for two days, partly because he knew he could get there in an instant with transfer magic.

“If you use it too much, you won’t be able to go anywhere else normally any more.”

The two laughed, and Cain transferred from the guild to his mansion.

He then changed into his school uniform, then headed for the school.

Holidays were supposed to be a time for rest and relaxation, but with so much going on in his territory, the school had become the best place for Cain to rest.

Even though it was still morning, he was lying on his desk, hands stretched out in front of him, exhausted.

“Too many things happened on the weekend… I’m tired.”

“Cain-sama, you look really exhausted…”

“Cain-kun, one really wouldn’t think you’re only ten.”

Teles and Silk were looking at him worriedly, but as he didn’t have enough energy spare to give a cheerful answer, he just lifted his hand in response before lowering it back onto his desk.

Although it was the middle of class, Cain had nearly departed on a journey into the world of dreams. He already understood the contents of the lesson, so there wasn’t really a problem with him doing so.

The teacher conducting the class did not seem to be particularly concerned either, as Duke Eric had contacted the headmaster.

And then, the day’s classes were all over.

From then on, Cain had a meeting with His Majesty.

“Teles, I have a meeting with His Majesty from now on, so could you please give me a ride?”

“Yes, of course! I’m happy to be together with Cain-sama.”

“Must be nice, Teles. I want to go home in a carriage together with Cain-kun occasionally as well.”

“Once everything’s calmed down, let’s all go shopping in the city!”

Cain proposed to the two of them, worried at Silk’s slightly lonely face.

At that moment, both of their faces broke out into smiles, like flowers blossoming.

“Definitely, let’s go! I’m looking forward to it.”

“All right then, it’s a promise.”

Having said goodbye to the now smiling Silk, they got in Teles’ carriage and went to the royal castle.

Having arrived at the royal castle, Cain was guided to the usual reception room and savoured the black tea a maid had served him.

“Sorry, I made you wait.”

Prime Minister Magna and Cain’s father, Garm came in. And a little later, His Majesty entered the room as well.

“I heard about the internal affairs officer from Garm. There’s no problem with his personality, so I’ve decided to just appoint him as the deputy governor as well.”

“He’s already arrived in the royal capital, so he should be here soon. It’s Al, he should be fine.”

As he had not met the deputy governor yet, Cain imagined him while the four of them were talking about the future.

Then, there was a knock on the door and the maid brought in the new deputy governor.

Ushered into the room was a young man with blue hair, not even twenty years old yet.

Seeing him, Cain’s eyes widened in surprise.

The person who had entered was none other than Alec von Silford. He was eighteen years old, eight years older than Cain. He had his father’s, Garm’s blue hair, and looked quite handsome, if somewhat delicate. Originally, in order to be able to help Jin, he had chosen the internal affairs course in the academy so as to learn city planning and management.

Alec entered the room and greeted His Majesty and the Prime Minister first by straightening his posture and then bowing his head.

“I’m Alec von Silford, Garm’s second son. Thank you for deciding for me to be the deputy governor.”

“Yeah. If it’s him, there should be no problem. I’ll have you act as a stopper for Cain’s shenanigans.”

While saying unnecessary things, His Majesty urged Alec to sit down.

“Alec-nii-sama? I thought you said you were helping out Jin in the Gracia territory.”

“Nah, Gracia territory is pretty calm, so there’s nothing much to do. A message came from father, and as I thought I could do a lot of work, I was immediately given the green light to come here.”

Alec sat down next to Cain, and the discussion resumed.

“As for the church, I think the bishop will send a new priest to the church. At the same time, an auditor from the church will accompany him to examine the books and records of the church there.”

Prime Minister Magna explained to them about matters regarding the church.

“As for the adventurers’ guild, I went to Drintor with guild master Eden yesterday. He despatched someone from the royal capital’s guild to go inspect the place. Regarding Drintor’s guild master, he didn’t know anything about the events that happened, but I was told, that as the person in charge, he would be punished. However, currently the verdict is on hold, as it was decided he’ll be punished based on his future work and actions.”

Cain explained to His Majesty what had happened the day before.

Everyone nodded at Cain’s explanation.

“Sorry, can I interrupt for a second?”

Alec asked.

“We’re talking about yesterday today, but it takes two days by carriage from here to Drintor, right? You sound very up-to-date, despite the distance… Also, I was just appointed deputy governor alongside being an internal affairs officer, but I haven’t heard the details yet. Did something happen in that town or what…”

Everyone sighed at Alec’s words.

“Alec, Cain is pretty abnormal. He can use legendary magic and has even acquired transfer magic, which allows him to go from the royal capital to Drintor and back in an instant. On top of that, as soon as he became the lord of Drintor, he went and destroyed the guild’s training ground there, picked a fight with the church, and defeated both the previous deputy governor and the Dark Guild. Currently more than fifty of them are being held captive in the guards’ station there.”

Garm, also amazed, explained to Alec everything that had happened up until then.

While listening and making a disbelieving face, Alec looked from Garm’s face to Cain’s, and back again.

The Prime Minister and His Majesty both nodded in agreement with Garm’s explanation.

“Wow… I thought you were a cute little brother, but to do such things…”

Naturally, Alec too, was surprised at Cain’s lack of common sense.

“That’s why I said what I did earlier. I want you to be a stopper for Cain’s shenanigans.”

“So that’s what that was all about…”

Alec nodded at His Majesty’s words. Cain didn’t get why he’d said ‘shenanigans’. He had simply done what he thought was right. Those were just the results of him trying to improve the town of Drintor, as its lord.

“Hey now, don’t go around calling me a lump of absurdity! All I did was simply get rid of the bad guys.”

“““No you didn’t!!”””

The voices of His Majesty, Prime Minister Magna, and Garm overlapped.

Cain’s shoulders slumped, as, although he didn’t know why, he was being called absurd.

“By the way, Cain, will the town be okay while you’re in the royal capital? The remnants of the Dark Guild might attack the lord’s residence there.”

Cain appeared unconcerned at hearing His Majesty’s question.

“Regarding that, it’ll be fine. See, I hired a strong butler. Even if a hundred people were to attack, he’d be fine.”

All of them broke out in a cold sweat at Cain’s innocent answer. They were completely convinced that he’d done something again.

The truth was, Cain already had the previous offense of summoning the Demon King and making a contract with him.

“– – Did you summon something again…”

His Majesty’s cold voice pierced Cain.

At that moment, Cain averted his eyes. For His Majesty and the Prime Minister, who had been dealing with black-hearted nobles for many years, it was impossible to fail to notice the expression on his face.

“Cain! You definitely did something! Own up!”

His Majesty slammed the desk with both hands, pestering Cain.

Cain felt the cold stares from everyone and dropped his shoulders in resignation.

“I did not summon the butler. At first, I thought I’d have Seto be the lord’s residence’s guard, but as he was busy, he introduced me to a retired former general, who then became the butler there.”

“Seto, you say… Seto… Seto is that Demon King you formed a contract with!! You’re using one of his former generals as your butler!!”

At Cain’s words, hearing that he was using a subordinate of the Demon King as his butler, His Majesty became even more exasperated.

The Prime Minister, and Cain’s father, Garm, had already resigned themselves.

“That’s the kind of thing… that’s exactly the kind of absurd things I’ve forgotten how many times I’ve told you not to do!!”

His Majesty, his face completely red, finally exhausted, sat back down weakly in his chair.

“– – I give up. You can do whatever you want with Drintor. Talking to you seriously just exhausts me. I’ll retire to my bedroom for a bit and sleep…”

His Majesty, his shoulders lowered in defeat, left the room without saying anything more.

Garm and the Prime Minister held their heads.

“Cain, I’ve come to understand just how absurd you are in a single day.”

Only Alec was able to give Cain a refreshing smile.

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