Hmm, so this is it.
"...ummmm, wise man's forest!

　The loli hag looks breathless, but still nods emphatically.
　The Wise Man's Forest. A dense forest suddenly began from a line of sprawling grasslands. It's an unnatural and magical sight to behold.

But you're still moving wildly!
'Hmm?　That's fine, as long as we haven't set up a transition point, this is the fastest way to do it.

　I replied to the somewhat protesting tone of voice of the loli hag without hesitation.
　I'm not going to be able to get my hands on any of them, but I'm going to be able to use my shrinkage cheat to run in a straight line over the ocean and mountains rather than flying at high speeds.
　You can also run in the sky if you use force field magic to create a foothold, but the same scene goes on forever, so you get bored. It's more fun to jump over mountains as an obstacle and feel like parkour, and it's nice to feel the wind.

　By the way, the old lady had turned into a dwarf and was doing it on my head, at her own request.
　I must admit that she had the guts to hold on to her hair and do her best not to fall off.

''And yet, this whole information card thing stinks to death no matter how many times I read it.

　He unfolds the information letter that the lolly hag had received in a letter.
　On it, it reads.

It says: "To all the candidates, come to our forest for the heritage of the wise. For the inheritance of a wise man, come to my forest. If you want your inheritance, come to my forest and I will leave it to the person most worthy of it, along with the title of wise man.

　I've been told that the wise man is quite famous according to the story of the old lady, and he is said to be the person who brought about great prosperity by manipulating a number of magic and items at will.
　What was his name? I've heard of it, but I've forgotten it. Anyway, he's a wise man.

I'm sure you'll agree with me on that. I'm not sure if this is a challenge from a wise man or not.
'Hmm, sure, it could be taken as such. But to me, it's...
What?
Well it's nothing. Come on, let's go.

　The moment I stepped into the forest, the magic or whatever it was that was trying to effect me would pop and disappear.
　I could recognize what they were, but there was no point in thinking about them now.
　The only thing I was instantly sure of was that I was protected by some pretty nasty security.

'You really are bullshit, aren't you? I'll just be quiet and use the protection that came with the guide.

　The Lori hag follows me with a dumbfounded look on her face.
　I've been told that the use of this protection allows for the entry of a sorcerer and a messenger or even a follower, but of course I have nothing to do with it. I'll invade it head-on with impunity.
　I'm sure you'll be able to find it in the middle of a deep forest where there are no roads, and after a short time you'll arrive at the place where you think you're going.

Wow. That's the residence of the wise men, isn't it?

　A huge mansion stood in the grounds that suddenly spread out in front of me.
　On the other side of the mansion was a tower. Perhaps it is a workshop for performing magical work.

I'm sure you'll be able to find out more about it. It looks like a nobleman's mansion!

　The loli hag showed no interest in the workshop's tower, despite her habit of being a sorcerer, and she was impressed with her arms outstretched as if she were embracing the pavilion.
　Probably, though, she's even imagining herself living here as a wise man in her brain. This kind of thing is so snobbish that I can't dislike it somehow.

"But how can I say........I feel like it's too big for people to live in....
'Hmm. I'm sure a famous wise man has many followers.

　For some reason, the loli hag is sniffy at my impressions.

'Do you think you can inherit the legacy of the wise men already?
I don't mind. I don't care if another candidate comes along, all right? Will you?

　For some reason, the confident loli hag puffs her chest out as she looks at me.
　Oh, I see.

''Well it doesn't matter if I receive the sage's inheritance?
Wait for it!　Oh no!
Don't rely on me too much~

　Well, if I'm going to fulfill my pledge, it's easy for me to make the old lady get it, so I'm not going to touch the wise woman's legacy.
　I'm not sure if it's of much value to me, but it's probably not that kind of thing. It's just a hunch.

You have a lot of confidence in yourself.

　A voice calls out from the side.
　It was, of course, a lone sorcerer who emerged from the darkness of the forest.
　The loli hag widens her eyes.

''Oh, you can't be........Quirk Line!
Who?
'The kingdom's foremost court wizard!　I didn't expect him to be a candidate as well... or should I say, rather, because he's a candidate?

　The loli hag is kind of convinced of her own accord.
　On the other hand, the sorcerer known as Quirk Rein ripped off the hood of his robe, revealing his full face.
　He is a handsome man with a thin face, blond hair and blue eyes, and his appearance makes one think that he would be more appropriate to call himself a fairy tale prince rather than a sorcerer.
　Such a handsome sorcerer opened his mouth with a cool smile on his face.

'I'm sorry, but I don't know you guys. Would you mind introducing yourselves, if you could?
Hmm?　Yeah, I'm just a stranger passing through--
Hey!

　When I was about to say my name, I was stopped by the loli hag.

'A messenger does not easily take his true name to another sorcerer!
'What?　Oh, yeah. That's right.

　I don't think any curse will work if my true name is known, but what you say is the most important thing to say, so I'll just follow it.
　The handsome sorcerer doesn't seem to mind and plays with the tip of his chin with his long, thin finger.

It's a good thing that you have a good idea of what you're looking for. It's not likely to be a true name either, so is Toris Gallinoy-dono, is that correct?

　You're lying!
　No way, here we are again, Toris Gallinoy........
　The old trauma is being gouged out of me.....
　Well, it's better than that time, because they know that my name isn't my real name...

"My name is Obviously, my name is Obvious Diedo.

　Lori hag, was it such a name?
　Well, I guess it's what they call a street name, not a real name.

I'm sure it's the same for you. I'm sure we are rivals, but it's a pleasure to work with you.

　After bowing gracefully enough to not be sarcastic, the handsome sorcerer headed to the mansion without even giving the workshop tower a second glance.

''Gunnu. It's frustrating, but Lord Rhine was incredibly smug. So you don't care about us?''
'I guess so. To me, it looked like a gaping hole.

　It's like, you know, it's like you're about to be stabbed in the back when you turn your back on a guy you shouldn't trust with your heart.
　Well, I guess he's an elite who has never failed.

'We can't stay like this. We're heading for the mansion too!
Oh, yeah.

　Following the handsome sorcerer, the loli hag also walks straight towards the mansion.

''.......What?''

　That's when I had a strange feeling of discomfort.
　It's not otherworldly magic.
　But it's not a cheat ability either.
　Of course, I didn't receive any interference myself.

''Mm, what's the matter?''　

　The lolly hag looks back at me suspiciously.

'No it's nothing.

　He shakes his head and joins the lolly hag and starts walking to the mansion.

　What is this uncomfortable feeling?
　I arrived at the entrance of the mansion with a sick feeling in my heart that I couldn't get rid of the question.



　The handsome sorcerer who had reached it earlier must have been knocking.
　The door of the mansion opened at the same time we arrived.
　A lone beautiful girl peeked out from inside.
　She looked to be about 15 or 16 years old, with skin as fine as ceramic, and was a maid.

''We've been expecting you. I've been waiting for you, Mr. Rhine, Mr. Diedo. I'm Tine, who will be taking care of you all at the mansion.

　The handsome sorcerer opens his mouth without moving a single eyebrow towards the maid who bows without changing her expression at all.

''You're a homunculus, aren't you?''
Yes, that's right.

　The maid returned the affirmation to the rude question.
　More than words, the inhuman expressionlessness of her face spoke eloquently of her as a homunculus, an artificial life form.

It's a wonderfully crafted piece of art. So that's the work of a wise man, indeed.
'A compliment, which I'm sure the Lord would appreciate. You must be the companion of Master Diedo. Up to one person is allowed to enter the mansion, whether it be a messenger or a squire. Please.
Yeah.

　They didn't even ask me my name. Well, it's like a bonus, or something like that.
　The lobby is a familiar sight to me, with a design commonly found in otherworldly Western-style buildings.

'This way. Some of the other candidates have already arrived.

　Tine led me to the common room.
　Several people who appear to be candidates are stationed in the place of their choice.

　A woman dressed in an unusual outfit that can only be described as a bewitching witch.
　A huge man with his arms folded, mumbling about something.
　A young gothic loli girl is lounging on a large chair, her legs lolling about, looking bored.
　Across from her is an English gentleman-like dandy sitting elegantly enjoying a cup of tea and scones.
　A white-skinned sorcerer in black robes stands idly in the corner of the room, looking gloomy.
　All of them give us a quick glance as we enter the room, and then, without introducing themselves, return to their own work, as if it had been arranged.

　I thought there was going to be some kind of explanation, but Teene bowed and left the room.
　Apparently, they want you to wait here until another candidate arrives.

You are also candidates, aren't you? I'm sure you'll be able to find out more about this. I'm Quirk Rein. I'm a candidate, but I'm looking forward to working with you.

　A handsome sorcerer, without any fear of the atmosphere, opened the door.
　After a moment of silence.

"...it is a violation of a gentleman's propriety to give an answer, you know.

　Then he stood up, a dandy in the style of an English gentleman.

'However, I am not a magician. As a precaution, I'll give you the name I've decided in advance with my companion, just in case. If you need to call me by my name, I'll call you Detectives, and so on.

　I wonder if he was referring to the little girl who was in the room with him.
　Anyway, it seems that his name was the catalyst for the call.

"This is my companion Iris!
It's LaraDona.
Caron.
Swing.

　In turn, he began to identify himself as a young girl, a bewitching witch, a pale sorcerer, and a huge man.

'My name is Diedo,'
Toris is fine.

　We'll ride the wave and get it done, too.
　And this won't be too embarrassing!

We may all be rivals, but let us compete with each other proudly and show that we are worthy of the title of wise man. I hope that you will behave as I do, and that you will be worthy of your candidacy.

　The handsome sorcerer announced with dignity and sat down at an empty table and began to unfold his own belongings.
　His behavior was imposing, and he had an aura that made everyone around him, including me, think it was only natural to do so.
　I can see that he does not doubt in the slightest that he is the one who deserves the title of wise man.

"You have to learn from them too.
"Mmm, what does that mean?

　While teasing my partner, who is a small representative, I also took a seat in the appropriate seat.
　The old lady may have learned that it's no use getting angry, but she's not happy about it and sits down.



　After that, the Kamase dog didn't even appear to help me out, and time just went by.

''Huh...''
Hey, for God's sake you need to be a little more nervous.
Yeah, yeah. Oh, and some more.
Are you still going to drink?

　There was a bell on the table, and when I rang it, Tine came over and asked for our order.
　Ignoring the old lady's protests, I announced my sixth order.

Oh, and I'll have a highball and a fried chicken. And I'll have a chocolate parfait for dessert.
I'm sorry, sir.　

　Teene doesn't make a single disgusted face.........................or rather, she doesn't move any of her facial muscles except for her mouth, she bows and leaves.

''You know what........we didn't come here to eat food!
No, no, no, it's all part of the intelligence gathering process.
You just want to eat it, I swear!

　The Lolita hag also asks for a few drinks, but as expected, she refrains from drinking.
　Or maybe she can't drink to begin with.

It's a good idea to have the same thing in mind. You see, even the detective over there orders what he or she likes, right?
You're Toris, right?

　It wasn't the lolly hag who heard my excuse and blamed me, but the English dandy.

'Why do you call me a detective?'
Hmm?　I mean, your code name is "Detectives," right?　That word sounds like detective to me, even without the translation cheat.
...I see. So that's what it's all about, huh?

　Dandy nodded without laughing, as if my explanation had made sense.

'No, no, what do you mean?'
'Miz Diedo. That means that the story about you gathering information, Toris, is not a lie.
What the...?
'It's elementary, Miz Diedo. Because I've been doing the same thing, you know.

　The English dandy lifted his teacup in a distracted manner.

He must have been summoned to this world from a different dimension, just like me. Like me, he has been summoned to this world from a different dimension, which means that the food we enjoyed back home will never be available to us again. But this is how I enjoy my teatime. And so is he.
'Well, my true fave is Fairchick.

　By the way, when I ordered the fair tiki first, Teene tilted my head to the side a bit. Too bad.

''You mean that in this mansion, you could order the food of the other world you lived in?
"Zakkara.
Why did you...?
You're on your own from now on, Miz Diedo. Though I'm afraid your friend already has the answer.

　The British dandy goes out of his way to point the water at me.

'Really?!'

　The Lori hag looks at me with her eyes wide open and turns around at great speed.

It depends on what the legacy of the wise men is, and it's still at a hypothetical level. It's like we don't know.

　That's why the British Dandy also avoided showing any more reasoning.

'I see. I suppose the wise man's legacy includes a magical device to serve the food he wants!

　This loli hag is so happy in her head.

"Oh. "Oh, by the way, Detective, you're not going to order anything else? Aren't you going to order anything else?
"...hmmm. So I guess we'll order fish and chips later, huh?

　The British dandy didn't smile at my joke, but nodded in satisfaction.