Princess Riane. This is the second time I've seen her like this, but no matter how many times I see her, I can't help but think she's far from human. Incidentally, it seems that Claudia and the others brought her here as their escort.


　And now that we have entered the party hall, our escort mission has already begun.


''Julia, are you going to be able to use that magic formula?
''Yes I've practiced it. The activation itself is no problem.
Yeah, you're right.


　I'm standing next to Eira-senpai, talking to her, but we never look at each other. We've been watching this venue the whole time.......especially Princess Liane. She seems to be chatting and laughing in her dress, and so far there's nothing wrong with that.

　But more than that...........I was dragged into yesterday's incident. Senpai also continues to suffer from the Twilight Syndrome. It's to the same degree as mine. Even though he has been tested at the hospital, it is still a mystery. And there is no physical condition, in fact, the conditioning of the body has only increased. It would be a lie to say that I'm not confused.

　However, we still have to........face this twilight.


''Well then, I'll go back to my arrangement.
Yes, sir.


　Saying that, me and senpai parted ways. What we were talking about earlier was about the communication magic technique. It is a new technology of communication magic that was newly introduced. It's not just a matter of time before you get to the point where you can get a new job. It's not that difficult, and even students can easily use it. But in my case, I was able to use it normally, although I was worried about it because I have a bias in my aptitude for magic.

　However, lately, there is a strange feeling of discomfort attached to me regarding magic. That's not a bad thing, but rather a good sign. The feeling that all the condtions are in top shape. But I couldn't even bring myself to rejoice in it. Because I can't help but feel that my Twilight Syndrome 《Twilight Syndrome》 and its relation to it.


''........''


　I stare at my surroundings. So far, it doesn't look strange.


　By the way, right now, the magic circle is quite small and always deployed. I'm not going to be able to tell at a glance even from the surroundings.


I'm sure you'll be able to find out more about it. The outline remains the same. But be aware that something might happen.
Copy that.


　Then I look through the hall again. All of us are wearing dresses, suits or tuxedos, and we've made it suitably glamorous. I'm sure you'll be able to find the right one for you.


　The nobleman here, and Princess Liane, experienced an attack in the first ward city. And yet, all of us are behaving in a reasonable manner. I'm sure many of their relatives have died. But even if they are discouraged by a meeting like this one, they can't move on. They may be aware of this and are acting as such. But that might be overthinking it.........


''Well........are you Julia Curtis?''
... yes. Yes, but ... what can I do for you, Miss?


　The woman who approached me was about my age. She had beautiful, silky, long brown hair pulled up in one piece and was wearing a bright, pale pink dress. And maybe she's wearing makeup, but she looks strangely mature.

　 Especially me, Eira-senpai, Claudia-san, and Belle-san, there's also the aspect of me, Eira-senpai, Claudia-san, and Belle-san showing a clear pose as special class anti-magicians, that since there are four special class anti-magicians, this place is safe.


''That........you don't remember me, do you?''
'I'm sorry. Have we met, by any chance, at some point?
He saved us from a late escape in the First Warded City.
Well we had our hands full in that situation, so we didn't even remember his face, but I'm glad to hear you're okay.
Well Mr. Curtis is 15 years old, I believe, right?
Yes, sir.
''You're the same age as me and yet... it's amazing. To be a special class anti-magician and to be able to manage that attack so quickly as well. I admire you........really.......
'No, I was ... desperate at the time. And it wasn't just me. It was with the help of many antimagicians that I was able to put things to rest.
I love how humble you are...
....


　I know you came to say thank you. But is it just my imagination that her face is strangely lit, or is it the fact that she is looking at me with a hot look in her eyes?


"Hey, you can't interfere with your work,
...Mother.
I'm sorry. This girl, I thought she had suddenly disappeared and now she's here with the Special Class Anti-Magic Master.
No, I don't mind.


　After that, for some reason, the conversation got exciting and they said they wanted me to get their daughter or something. So this is how Eira-senpai feels fed up........I'm sure this is a painful one....... And when I managed to get through the situation, Belle-san had just come to check on me.


"..........Yulia-kun.......are you okay.......?
Miss Bell. I'm sorry, I'll do my job well.
'No... not... but... but... Eira-chan is... staring at me... so much... and Shelly... and Sophia-chan... too...'
Well it looks like it.


　I knew. I knew that there was more than one look he was giving me, and that it was not a good one. I'm sure they want to tell me to do my job well. It's not just my seniors, but Shelly and Sofia are also being sent on this mission. They are the same age as me, and they are giving me a hard time for being a military man. Certainly, you have to get your shit together.



"?　Yes, sir. I understand.


　What I'm supposed to be working on I'm supposed to be focusing on the task at hand. Hmmm........I'm not done yet either. With that in mind, I focused on this mission once again.