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Three days had already passed since Lux became Krulcifer’s “lover”. |
Three days had already passed since Lux became Krulcifer’s “lover”. |
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− | In order to handle the “lover role” requested by her, they continued life that looked like it<ref>like lover life, of course</ref> as they did practice together or as a pair as much as possible and had their lunch together in the dining room. |
+ | In order to handle the “lover role” requested by her, they continued life that looked like it<ref> like lover life, of course</ref> as they did practice together or as a pair as much as possible and had their lunch together in the dining room. |
Thanks to that the initial awkwardness somehow disappeared, but. |
Thanks to that the initial awkwardness somehow disappeared, but. |
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“I see, thank you. I’m glad.” |
“I see, thank you. I’m glad.” |
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− | (N-No good –– I was completely sucked |
+ | (N-No good –– I was completely sucked by her pace) |
“Kuh, endure it, endure it…” |
“Kuh, endure it, endure it…” |
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The Fort City was also an important base for investigating the ruins. |
The Fort City was also an important base for investigating the ruins. |
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− | There were many Drag- |
+ | There were many Drag-Knights nobles living in this city, and there were also a lot of examples of even people living in the Capital having built a secondary residence here. |
Even now when the system changed after the outbreak of the coup d’état five years ago, such things remained unchanged. |
Even now when the system changed after the outbreak of the coup d’état five years ago, such things remained unchanged. |
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− | But–– |
+ | But––, |
“It’s really interesting.” |
“It’s really interesting.” |
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“It’s not that rare a cityscape, right? For you, a former Prince.” |
“It’s not that rare a cityscape, right? For you, a former Prince.” |
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− | She seemed to have said it as she saw Lux looking |
+ | She seemed to have said it as she saw Lux looking curiously around. |
“Do you often come to such places, Krulcifer-san?” |
“Do you often come to such places, Krulcifer-san?” |
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“…………” |
“…………” |
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− | After |
+ | After measured his body size and choosing clothes, they had the tailor fix those according to his size. |
And, one hour later. |
And, one hour later. |
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Krulcifer returned so with a smile as if it was somebody else’s problem. |
Krulcifer returned so with a smile as if it was somebody else’s problem. |
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− | “Whether you like it or not–– I can’t accept such expensive stuff!” |
+ | “Whether you like it or not––, I can’t accept such expensive stuff!” |
Lux, who was bought formal clothes and shoes by Krulcifer, hurriedly declined. |
Lux, who was bought formal clothes and shoes by Krulcifer, hurriedly declined. |
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“…………” |
“…………” |
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− | Lux had just |
+ | Lux had just brought clothes worth the amount of money that he would’ve spent in three months during the time he was doing odd jobs, so he once gain realized that she was after all an Ojou-sama<ref> daughter of high class family </ref>. |
No, it might simply be that he did not just seem like a former Prince, but–– |
No, it might simply be that he did not just seem like a former Prince, but–– |
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− | “We |
+ | “We take the trouble to come to town, so shall we have a meal and then go back? I will pay.” |
They left the high-class commercial area and came out to a large street. |
They left the high-class commercial area and came out to a large street. |
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It had been a long time since he had his appearance spoken about, so Lux’s face turned red. |
It had been a long time since he had his appearance spoken about, so Lux’s face turned red. |
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− | At that time when the tension somewhat loosened–– |
+ | At that time when the tension somewhat loosened––, |
“…!? Watch out!” |
“…!? Watch out!” |
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But, almost at the same time, five Drag-Rides which appeared from the surroundings had set up Breath Guns towards Lux and Krulcifer. |
But, almost at the same time, five Drag-Rides which appeared from the surroundings had set up Breath Guns towards Lux and Krulcifer. |
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− | The five people operating the Machine Dragons were men who |
+ | The five people operating the Machine Dragons were men who wounded their heads with a cloth. |
Their unfamiliar rustic impression totally harked back to thieves. |
Their unfamiliar rustic impression totally harked back to thieves. |
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“There are five <Drakes>, huh. We were careless…” |
“There are five <Drakes>, huh. We were careless…” |
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− | Krulcifer seeing that raised both her hands |
+ | Krulcifer seeing that raised both her hands as to surrender. |
Lux also reluctantly followed it and put his sword at his feet. |
Lux also reluctantly followed it and put his sword at his feet. |
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The <Drake> –– these Machine Dragons called customized general-purpose Machine Dragons, unlike the other two kinds, had unique abilities. |
The <Drake> –– these Machine Dragons called customized general-purpose Machine Dragons, unlike the other two kinds, had unique abilities. |
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− | One of them was the power of “camouflage” |
+ | One of them was the power of “camouflage” they had used just now. |
It erases the drive sound and light, and conceals itself by lightly projecting the scenery of the surroundings. |
It erases the drive sound and light, and conceals itself by lightly projecting the scenery of the surroundings. |
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It was a ground-type Drag-Ride specialized in close range combat that, although both arms weren’t equipped with weapons, overwhelmed the enemy in hand-to-hand combat with claws and fists. |
It was a ground-type Drag-Ride specialized in close range combat that, although both arms weren’t equipped with weapons, overwhelmed the enemy in hand-to-hand combat with claws and fists. |
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− | “Good evening. Lu- |
+ | “Good evening. Lu-chan” |
His childhood friend who was the user of that Machine Dragon called out like so to Lux. |
His childhood friend who was the user of that Machine Dragon called out like so to Lux. |
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“Ah, I see…” |
“Ah, I see…” |
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− | As Lux turned an indescribable face to Lisha who averted her eyes and blushed, the three Machine Dragons driven by the remaining men moved simultaneously. |
+ | As Lux turned an indescribable face to Lisha who averted her eyes and blushed, the three Machine Dragons driven by the remaining men Machine Dragon moved simultaneously. |
“There are only two enemies! Beat them and kidnap them!” |
“There are only two enemies! Beat them and kidnap them!” |
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“<Pile Anchor>” |
“<Pile Anchor>” |
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− | At the same |
+ | At the same that Philphie muttered, a thick dark gray wire was shot from the armor (shell) of <Typhon>’s both arms. |
“Wha!?” |
“Wha!?” |
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“H-Help––!?” |
“H-Help––!?” |
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− | “I went a little |
+ | “I went a little far … I guess?” |
− | + | *poof*, Philphie cancelled the <Pile Anchor>’s restraint and released the <Drake>. |
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But, the <Drake> which had been pulled back at high speed toppled sideways by the force of inertia and crashed into the wall. ––It stopped moving. |
But, the <Drake> which had been pulled back at high speed toppled sideways by the force of inertia and crashed into the wall. ––It stopped moving. |
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“Hey, airhead girl. Don’t let your guard down!” |
“Hey, airhead girl. Don’t let your guard down!” |
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− | Lisha shouted while restraining the Drag-Knights whose armor |
+ | Lisha shouted while restraining the Drag-Knights whose armor was destroyed using the <Chimeric Wyvern>. |
“…Huh?” |
“…Huh?” |
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“It’s really bad, eh. This country’s public order (security)––” |
“It’s really bad, eh. This country’s public order (security)––” |
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− | + | *kin*! |
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Soon after the woman calmly muttered, the bandit’s knife flew in midair. |
Soon after the woman calmly muttered, the bandit’s knife flew in midair. |
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“A Sword Device…!? That person, who on earth––” |
“A Sword Device…!? That person, who on earth––” |
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− | At the same time Lux |
+ | At the same time Lux that muttered, the woman with a cool-headed expression calmly raised her face. |
“Long time no see. Miss” |
“Long time no see. Miss” |
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About ten minutes after they walked away from the scene. |
About ten minutes after they walked away from the scene. |
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− | They |
+ | They decide to gather in a bar a little near the academy site and to have a light talk. |
Although access to bars was not allowed in school regulations, Alterize said that she would take responsibility. |
Although access to bars was not allowed in school regulations, Alterize said that she would take responsibility. |
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Lux, Krulcifer and Alterize sat on a table for three people, and Lisha and Philphie sat on the table immediately nearby. |
Lux, Krulcifer and Alterize sat on a table for three people, and Lisha and Philphie sat on the table immediately nearby. |
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− | The latter two should originally have nothing to do with the matter, but they ended up coming along due to the course of events. |
+ | The latter two should originally have nothing to do with the matter, but they ended up coming together along due to the course of events. |
“First of all, well. It is good above all to see you in good health, Miss. Is what I would like to say, but––” |
“First of all, well. It is good above all to see you in good health, Miss. Is what I would like to say, but––” |
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Lux who was watching it also had the same impression. |
Lux who was watching it also had the same impression. |
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− | Be it good or bad, it felt like there was no reservation |
+ | Be it good or bad, it felt like there was no reservation to each other. |
− | “There‘s not much time before the curfew of the girl’s dormitory, so it will help if you make it short. The reason |
+ | “There‘s not much time before the curfew of the girl’s dormitory, so it will help if you make it short. The reason of you coming here is obvious anyway.” |
“It is because Miss is insincere like that that I had to come here.” |
“It is because Miss is insincere like that that I had to come here.” |
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To Krulcifer’s words, the woman butler returned in a strong tone. |
To Krulcifer’s words, the woman butler returned in a strong tone. |
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− | The butler Alterize with a strict character and the somewhat elusive Krulcifer didn’t seem |
+ | The butler Alterize with a strict character and the somewhat elusive Krulcifer didn’t seem have that good of a relationship. |
(Alterize-san’s business which Krulcifer-san says is… after all) |
(Alterize-san’s business which Krulcifer-san says is… after all) |
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“I-I will listen to you later, so please be quiet for now.” |
“I-I will listen to you later, so please be quiet for now.” |
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− | Alterize suspiciously stared at Lisha, who interjected from the table nearby, and Lux who held her mouth |
+ | Alterize suspiciously stared at Lisha, who interjected from the table nearby, and Lux who held her mouth as to calm her. And after heaving a deep sigh, she muttered. |
“I see, that’s really troublesome, the truth is––” |
“I see, that’s really troublesome, the truth is––” |
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− | “Well, well–– I was looked down upon, too.” |
+ | “Well, well––, I was looked down upon, too.” |
“……!?” |
“……!?” |
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A tall and thin man who let his limbs peep out from under the overcoat. |
A tall and thin man who let his limbs peep out from under the overcoat. |
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− | Although with his golden hair and upright face, he |
+ | Although with his golden hair and upright face, he seems to be a handsome man of gentle manners at first glance, but his slightly hypocritical smile and sharp eyes let one feel a somewhat overbearing atmosphere. |
A knight with a strong confidence –– or rather, clad in an armor of ego. |
A knight with a strong confidence –– or rather, clad in an armor of ego. |
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The man called so returned a smile to the surprised Alterize. |
The man called so returned a smile to the surprised Alterize. |
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− | “I may not look like |
+ | “I may not look like this, but I’m an annoying guy about fixed dates, you see. ––But yes, if I dare to speak about my shortcomings, I’m a little bit impatient. I want to see the girl who will become my wife in the future one step earlier.” |
− | + | *grin*, twisting the edge of his lips, he turned his face to Krulcifer. |
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− | As he let his look crawl from her head to |
+ | As he let his look crawl from her head to toes as if licking, the man satisfactorily nodded. |
− | “Ooh. She’s really a beauty as the rumors say. I may not look like |
+ | “Ooh. She’s really a beauty as the rumors say. I may not look like this, but I’ve showed up several times to the social parties of the Capital, but–– I’ve never seen such a beautiful girl. Your bodily build is slightly modest<ref> I think here it refers to her flat chest, lol </ref>, but I look forward to your growth.” |
“I am honored that you praise her.” |
“I am honored that you praise her.” |
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As Krulcifer asked so with a cold expression, |
As Krulcifer asked so with a cold expression, |
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− | “I see. It looks like you had not yet |
+ | “I see. It looks like you had not yet talk this through. Well then, I will give my name. My name is Barzeride Kreutzer.” |
“……!?” |
“……!?” |
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The moment when they heard the man’s words, tension ran through Lux and Lisha –– no, throughout the whole bar including the customers around. |
The moment when they heard the man’s words, tension ran through Lux and Lisha –– no, throughout the whole bar including the customers around. |
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− | “…Don’t tell |
+ | “…Don’t tell, one of the four Great Nobles!?” |
− | “Why is the |
+ | “Why is the “titleholder of the Kingdom” here––?” |
As several people inside the bar realized his identity, they turned their gazes with low voices. |
As several people inside the bar realized his identity, they turned their gazes with low voices. |
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Alterize nodded at Krulcifer’s question. |
Alterize nodded at Krulcifer’s question. |
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− | “One of the four Great Noble Families with historical lineage which |
+ | “One of the four Great Noble Families with historical lineage which continued to this day since the Old Empire era. Particularly, it is a noble household which produces many knights and Drag-Knights from generation to generation. This gentleman is its heir.” |
(If I remember correctly, the Kreutzer House is––) |
(If I remember correctly, the Kreutzer House is––) |
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[[File:SaijakuBahamut v2 0012.jpg|thumb]] |
[[File:SaijakuBahamut v2 0012.jpg|thumb]] |
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− | But, the whole family’s way of thinking virtually inherited the Old Empire’s ideas, and Lux had not heard that many |
+ | But, the whole family’s way of thinking virtually inherited the Old Empire’s ideas, and Lux had not heard that many goods rumor about them from the past. |
“An heir of the four Great Nobles…? Alterize, don’t tell me you––” |
“An heir of the four Great Nobles…? Alterize, don’t tell me you––” |
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“Why didn’t you inform me, the person concerned, of that?” |
“Why didn’t you inform me, the person concerned, of that?” |
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− | As Krulcifer asked in |
+ | As Krulcifer asked in a amazed tone, |
“It is because if I do not do at least this much, Miss will give a reason again and run away.” |
“It is because if I do not do at least this much, Miss will give a reason again and run away.” |
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Lux became confused as the subject was brought forth by Krulcifer. |
Lux became confused as the subject was brought forth by Krulcifer. |
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− | “Lux…? Ah, I see. That appearance–– so you’re a survivor of the Old Empire’s royalty. This is the first time we |
+ | “Lux…? Ah, I see. That appearance––, so you’re a survivor of the Old Empire’s royalty. This is the first time we exchange words directly like this, eh.” |
Barzeride who was quiet until then approached Lux. |
Barzeride who was quiet until then approached Lux. |
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“…………” |
“…………” |
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− | A smile and tone |
+ | A smile and tone including contempt. |
As Lux remained calm even when being shown such clear hostility, |
As Lux remained calm even when being shown such clear hostility, |
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A girl’s dignified voice suddenly cut off the conversation. |
A girl’s dignified voice suddenly cut off the conversation. |
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− | The voice was from Lisha sitting |
+ | The voice was from Lisha sitting by the nearby table. |
“To think that you can’t even see through the worth of the man before you. I’m really glad for having the number of rivals decrease, but could you refrain from such a rude tone? Lord Kreutzer.” |
“To think that you can’t even see through the worth of the man before you. I’m really glad for having the number of rivals decrease, but could you refrain from such a rude tone? Lord Kreutzer.” |
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“What’s so funny?” |
“What’s so funny?” |
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− | “What do we have here… so that’s it. It looks |
+ | “What do we have here… so that’s it. It looks the fallen Prince of the Old Empire is quite good at currying girls’ favors. However –– the era from here on will be one of battles/fighting. Powerful people who destroy the appearing Abysses and win against other countries in the fight for ruins are sought above all. And we, the royalty and titled nobility, must excel at the skill in operating Drag-Rides. The power as a Drag-Knight and strength as a leader are sought above else.” |
Prefacing so, Barzeride once again turned his face towards Lux. |
Prefacing so, Barzeride once again turned his face towards Lux. |
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“Hou. What’s the matter? Do you want to talk with me? My future wife.” |
“Hou. What’s the matter? Do you want to talk with me? My future wife.” |
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− | “From here on, power as a Drag-Knight and power as a leader are above |
+ | “From here on, power as a Drag-Knight and power as a leader are above else. You said so, right?” |
− | “Yes, the Einvolk House also thinks so. Therefore, Lord Kreutzer who is from the four Great Nobles and the |
+ | “Yes, the Einvolk House also thinks so. Therefore, Lord Kreutzer who is from the four Great Nobles and the “titleholder of the New Kingdom” is suitable as a fiancé––” |
“Is that really so?” |
“Is that really so?” |
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“What do you mean?” |
“What do you mean?” |
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− | “If it’s about skill as a Drag-Knight, my lover doesn’t lose, too. Because he is the “Weakest Undefeated” famous at the New Kingdom’s |
+ | “If it’s about skill as a Drag-Knight, my lover doesn’t lose, too. Because he is the “Weakest Undefeated” famous at the New Kingdom’s tournament after all.” |
“Fuhahahahaha!” |
“Fuhahahahaha!” |
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− | Barzeride who heard that burst into laughter once |
+ | Barzeride who heard that burst into laughter once gain. |
“The “Weakest Undefeated”, huh. Now that you mention it, there was also such a shameful nickname, eh. But –– my future wife. Wise as you are, you understand, right? That a coward who only defends himself can’t gain anything.” |
“The “Weakest Undefeated”, huh. Now that you mention it, there was also such a shameful nickname, eh. But –– my future wife. Wise as you are, you understand, right? That a coward who only defends himself can’t gain anything.” |
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But, Lux knew. |
But, Lux knew. |
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− | That behind his expression |
+ | That behind his expression apparently calm at first glance, a quiet anger burned. |
“Well then, let’s see. How about a match between me and that fallen Prince? A duel with Drag-Rides, that is.” |
“Well then, let’s see. How about a match between me and that fallen Prince? A duel with Drag-Rides, that is.” |
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“Kukuku, I don’t mind.” |
“Kukuku, I don’t mind.” |
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− | Barzeride readily |
+ | Barzeride readily consent with a fearless smile. |
− | “Isn’t it good, Alterize-dono? A fight without grudge is the very purpose of the duel. Besides, I’m a pacifist, but there are often times when I want to go all out. After all in the tournament of the Capital, I instinctively hold back so that there are no |
+ | “Isn’t it good, Alterize-dono? A fight without grudge is the very purpose of the duel. Besides, I’m a pacifist, but there are often times when I want to go all out. After all in the tournament of the Capital, I instinctively hold back so that there are no injured” |
He extended his hand to the hilt of the sheathed Sword Device and swung it with a clank. |
He extended his hand to the hilt of the sheathed Sword Device and swung it with a clank. |
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Probably, a Divine Drag-Ride was stored in the scabbard with a showy ornament. |
Probably, a Divine Drag-Ride was stored in the scabbard with a showy ornament. |
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− | “It’s regrettable for tomorrow’s dinner, but we’ll cancel it. Then, let’s say the night three days later. I’ll prepare the place for the duel. On |
+ | “It’s regrettable for tomorrow’s dinner, but we’ll cancel it. Then, let’s say the night three days later. I’ll prepare the place for the duel. On account of the work, I’m staying at the Fort City for a while. Don’t run away.” |
When only saying that, Barzeride let his luxurious overcoat flutter and left the bar. |
When only saying that, Barzeride let his luxurious overcoat flutter and left the bar. |
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“…………” |
“…………” |
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− | A flaccid atmosphere flowed before long and bustle |
+ | A flaccid atmosphere flowed before long and bustle return to inside the bar. |
“Phew…” |
“Phew…” |
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− | As Lux |
+ | As Lux whose strain loosened sighed, |
“You two, do you know what you have done?” |
“You two, do you know what you have done?” |
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− | Alterize frowned with a tone |
+ | Alterize frowned with a tone as to admonish them. |
− | “Not only did you reject the engagement, but on top of that –– you also challenged a member of the four Great Nobles to a duel. You carried your joke too far. Lord Kreutzer possesses the Divine Drag-Ride <Aži Dahāka> and is skilled enough to be called |
+ | “Not only did you reject the engagement, but on top of that –– you also challenged a member of the four Great Nobles to a duel. You carried your joke too far. Lord Kreutzer possesses the Divine Drag-Ride <Aži Dahāka> and is skilled enough to be called “titleholder of the New Kingdom” in the Capital, you know?” |
Barzeride boasted of the record of last year’s third rank in the tournament of the Capital. |
Barzeride boasted of the record of last year’s third rank in the tournament of the Capital. |
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“I understand. However, that person’s ability as a Drag-Knight ––and his influence is something clear even in the New Kingdom now. And it looks like I have also spoiled you too much.” |
“I understand. However, that person’s ability as a Drag-Knight ––and his influence is something clear even in the New Kingdom now. And it looks like I have also spoiled you too much.” |
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− | “Spoiled me? You were just afraid of touching the tumor<ref>Just done a literal translation, so it may be an idiom. And if so, then I guess it’d be “you were afraid to touch upon/face the problem” </ref>, right? Same as the people in that House––” |
+ | “Spoiled me? You were just afraid of touching the tumor<ref> Just done a literal translation, so it may be an idiom. And if so, then I guess it’d be “you were afraid to touch upon/face the problem” </ref>, right? Same as the people in that House––” |
“…………” |
“…………” |
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A strange silence flowed among Lux and the others. |
A strange silence flowed among Lux and the others. |
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− | “It’s almost the time of curfew. Let’s go back |
+ | “It’s almost the time of curfew. Let’s already go back for today.” |
To Krulcifer’s words emitted before long, Lux and company decided to go back. |
To Krulcifer’s words emitted before long, Lux and company decided to go back. |
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===Part 3=== |
===Part 3=== |
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Krulcifer muttered so as the four people were on their way back walking to the academy side by side. |
Krulcifer muttered so as the four people were on their way back walking to the academy side by side. |
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− | At her unusually depressed voice, Lux |
+ | At her unusually depressed voice, Lux hurried shook his head. |
“No… But more importantly, are you really fine with that?” |
“No… But more importantly, are you really fine with that?” |
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Lisha stroked her chest as she felt relieved and then cocked her head in puzzlement. |
Lisha stroked her chest as she felt relieved and then cocked her head in puzzlement. |
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− | “But, that butler |
+ | “But, that butler –– was it Alterize? For a mere butler, she is impudent, or rather she was a somewhat strange fellow.” |
“…………” |
“…………” |
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“What, there’s no need to be afraid. Lux was able to defend with his <Wyvern> even against my <Tiamat> as the opponent. Then, other male Drag-Knights whose Machine Dragon aptitude values are low should soon be worn out if you gain time.” |
“What, there’s no need to be afraid. Lux was able to defend with his <Wyvern> even against my <Tiamat> as the opponent. Then, other male Drag-Knights whose Machine Dragon aptitude values are low should soon be worn out if you gain time.” |
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− | “It will be good if it goes like |
+ | “It will be good if it goes like this––” |
Lux somehow guessed the meaning of Krulcifer’s words, too. |
Lux somehow guessed the meaning of Krulcifer’s words, too. |
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In the tournament of the Capital, the battle time is a little short and rules had been established to be advantageous to men. |
In the tournament of the Capital, the battle time is a little short and rules had been established to be advantageous to men. |
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− | There were traces of the rules established in the Old Empire era, but even if deducting it<ref>means deducting the rules established since the Old Empire and which were advantageous for men as they couldn’t operate Drag-Rides during a long period of time </ref>, it seemed that Barzeride would handle a Divine Drag-Ride without difficulty. |
+ | There were traces of the rules established in the Old Empire era, but even if deducting it<ref> means deducting the rules established since the Old Empire and which were advantageous for men as they couldn’t operate Drag-Rides during a long period of time </ref>, it seemed that Barzeride would handle a Divine Drag-Ride without difficulty. |
− | Therefore, now that the Old Empire was destroyed, he’s called the |
+ | Therefore, now that the Old Empire was destroyed, he’s called the “titleholder of the New Kingdom” as a leading figure of the new era. |
Lux did not know about <Aži Dahāka>’s Divine Raiment, except its name <Avestā >. |
Lux did not know about <Aži Dahāka>’s Divine Raiment, except its name <Avestā >. |
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As Lux returned a serious look and shook his head, |
As Lux returned a serious look and shook his head, |
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− | “Kuh! T-Then… I will |
+ | “Kuh! T-Then…, I will equipped it with a special hidden function which I had thought about since some time now––” |
“You know?” |
“You know?” |
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They looked at each other and unintentionally cried out. |
They looked at each other and unintentionally cried out. |
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− | They hurriedly ran back, but in the end they did not make |
+ | They hurriedly ran back, but in the end they did not make in time. |
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+ | The early morning of the next day, the four people received the punishment of cleaning duty. |
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− | In the early morning of the following day, the four people received the punishment of cleaning duty. |
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===Part 4=== |
===Part 4=== |
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That night when Lux and company were hurrying on their way back, a meeting was held. |
That night when Lux and company were hurrying on their way back, a meeting was held. |
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− | Sitting on the seats of a round table illuminated by a chandelier were seven men and women dressed in |
+ | Sitting on the seats of a round table illuminated by a chandelier were seven men and women dressed in dress, formal clothes or military uniform. |
The three people who sat down at the head of the table were Queen Raffi, the Prime Minister and the vice-commander of an army of the New Kingdom. |
The three people who sat down at the head of the table were Queen Raffi, the Prime Minister and the vice-commander of an army of the New Kingdom. |
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There was a big middle-aged man with a good complexion, a white bearded old man whose eyes became hollow like a skeleton, a gentleman in his prime with well-ordered features and, a long-haired man who put on a dark red overcoat with an ornament of steel. |
There was a big middle-aged man with a good complexion, a white bearded old man whose eyes became hollow like a skeleton, a gentleman in his prime with well-ordered features and, a long-haired man who put on a dark red overcoat with an ornament of steel. |
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− | That room where the New Kingdom’s influential |
+ | That room where the New Kingdom’s influential persons gathered together was filled with solemn tension. |
“I wonder how many years it has been since we were all summoned like this.” |
“I wonder how many years it has been since we were all summoned like this.” |
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The old man’s hoarse voice first broke the silence. |
The old man’s hoarse voice first broke the silence. |
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− | “Isn’t it since the New Kingdom |
+ | “Isn’t it since the New Kingdom establishment? I almost forgot your faces. After all, business is going well in my territory.” |
“At any rate. Does this mean that Her Majesty the Queen needs our help?” |
“At any rate. Does this mean that Her Majesty the Queen needs our help?” |
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“It is the matter of the letter sent to you two months ago. Regarding the Heiburg Republic and its three allied countries.” |
“It is the matter of the letter sent to you two months ago. Regarding the Heiburg Republic and its three allied countries.” |
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− | “Don’t tell |
+ | “Don’t tell it’s still the incident due to that black marketer? I heard that not only did he circulated a large quantity of Drag-Rides to the Heiburg Republic, but for some reason, he has also wholesaled suspicious devices (tools) in even this country, but––” |
To the old man’s voice, the Prime Minister shook his head and answered. |
To the old man’s voice, the Prime Minister shook his head and answered. |
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“Thus we shall discuss a counter-measure–– huh? But, wasn’t the Ragnarok’s subjugation completed seven years ago?” |
“Thus we shall discuss a counter-measure–– huh? But, wasn’t the Ragnarok’s subjugation completed seven years ago?” |
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− | “It seems that it’s temporarily petrified and is just lying dormant. According to the scout’s reports, the petrifaction of the Ragnarok which is at the Lidneth seashore has begun to melt gradually a few months ago. Therefore––” |
+ | “It seems that it’s temporarily petrified and is just lying dormant. According to the scout’s reports, the petrifaction of the Ragnarok which is at the Lidneth seashore has begun to melt (loosen?) gradually a few months ago. Therefore––” |
“Do you want to say that they want us to engage it once again?” |
“Do you want to say that they want us to engage it once again?” |
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− | “The Heiburg Republic demands of us the Ragnarok’s subjugation. However, it’s too dangerous to fight the Ragnarok, which was finally put to sleep after cooperating with other countries even in those days, with only the New Kingdom |
+ | “The Heiburg Republic demands of us the Ragnarok’s subjugation. However, it’s too dangerous to fight the Ragnarok, which was finally put to sleep after cooperating with other countries even in those days, with only the New Kingdom army.” |
“Even if we make the small number of high level Drag-Knights strike all together, the odds of victory will probably be small. As expected, Divine Drag-Rides’ users have to lead the subjugation unit––” |
“Even if we make the small number of high level Drag-Knights strike all together, the odds of victory will probably be small. As expected, Divine Drag-Rides’ users have to lead the subjugation unit––” |
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That man which wore the ornament of steel on his body and emitted an unusual intimidating air was named Warg Kreutzer. |
That man which wore the ornament of steel on his body and emitted an unusual intimidating air was named Warg Kreutzer. |
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− | “My son has a Divine Drag-Ride called <Aži Dahāka> which he obtained one year ago. He’s also skilled at handling it and has enough ability to be ranked third in the tournament of the Capital. I think that he is qualified enough to be the commanding officer, but what do you think? Your Majesty |
+ | “My son has a Divine Drag-Ride called <Aži Dahāka> which he obtained one year ago. He’s also skilled at handling it and has enough ability to be ranked third in the tournament of the Capital. I think that he is qualified enough to be the commanding officer, but what do you think? Your Majesty the Queen Raffi.” |
Queen Raffi was cautious (looked out) to Warg Kreutzer who talked with a fearless smile. |
Queen Raffi was cautious (looked out) to Warg Kreutzer who talked with a fearless smile. |
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“That’s––” |
“That’s––” |
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− | “It’s the full authority on the Atismata New Kingdom army. I would like you to give me the position of General on the occasion when my son Barzeride |
+ | “It’s the full authority on the Atismata New Kingdom army. I would like you to give me the position of General on the occasion when my son Barzeride achieved the mission.” |
With eyes full of ambition, Warg said so. |
With eyes full of ambition, Warg said so. |
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==References== |
==References== |
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− | <references |
+ | <references/> |