"Is Yuki some kind of awesome magician or something? I've never seen magic on that scale before!

...... I've never seen anyone in my village who could single-handedly handle magic on that scale.

Oh, Miele does too?

　Such conversations are exchanged near me by female adventurers.

　hahahahaha good, more praise for me.

　But never let your face show your feelings.
　Because En, who is once again in my lap, is looking at me and making a safe or out decision.

　If she sees you carelessly stretching your nose again, there's a chance that En will hate you for good.

　That's not good. I'd be in bed for a week in shock.

　So I humbly cower my shoulders, as if to say it's nothing at all.

Oh, more compliments!

　Oh, no, I'm sorry.
　The bridge of my nose is too long, and I'm starting to look very arrogant.

　No, no, no! I want to be a reliable, cool and kind parent to En.

　So I'm going to be more like this, smiling, like a father letting his children play in the park on his day off, or something kind like that.

　I cleared my throat with a cough and made up for it, then smiled softly and opened my mouth again.

"Hahaha, well, it's not that big of a deal.

"...... Yuki-sama, it's a little late to make up for it, since your true feelings have already been leaked!

"...... Lord, what you're thinking is right in your face.

　I'm not going to be able to use my refreshingly hot smile.

...... Yuki-sama is one of those people, she seems to be a lot stronger than she is when she's in front of people like Rephi-sama, but ...... she's probably just like Rephi-sama, she's a lot like him.

"Wait, I don't just look solid, I'm actually going to be solid.

　What do you think I look like Leffy?

　Don't, it's true that I'm in love with Leffy, but I don't remember her being as stupid and disappointing as she is.

...... Yes, yes, I know.

　Leila? Why are you looking at me with such warm eyes?

"Meow-ha-ha! Yuki is a really funny guy!

　I'm not sure if it's a good idea, but it's a very good idea.

　...... I don't care what you think, but this cat has a low boiling point, don't you think?
　I feel like she's been smiling ever since we met.

You know, Yuki, you weren't chanting just now, were you? What the heck is going on with magic of that magnitude, unchanted? What kind of technique did you use?

"Oh, oh, well, slow down for now.

"...... close

　En grabbed her shoulders and pulled her away from the witch who had come close to my face.

　It's the same thing, isn't it? You can find a lot of people who are interested in magic-related matters because they are of the "witch tribe" or something like that?

I'm sure you'll be able to find out more about it by visiting ....... It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for. ......

...... I see. It is said that the ancient demons released their magic as if they were breathing, and that such a mentality is the key to invoking the ...... now much more theoretical, unvoiced magic. Magic has come close to magical things, and if you want to use magic-free magic, you still need to look at more ancient literature and old magic systems--

　It's a good idea to have a good time with them.

You will be able to see that you are very strong. I was so surprised.

"Oh, hey. . ...... Hi.

　When I looked at her, I saw that she was holding my arm and leaning towards me.

It would make me very happy if I could continue to get along with a man as strong as you.

　The feel of her feminine body and her seductive smile make my heart skip a beat for a moment.

　Yuck. The only girls I've met here are girls, and I've never met a mature woman who seduces me like this, so I'm not immune to it.

　Kuh ...... calm down, me. I'm a guy who says no to temptation.
　Yes, the only woman I'm in love with is Leffy. I'm not interested in any other woman.

"...... Nothing.

　As I was going through my inner turmoil, Ruine pulled me away from her as she leaned in closer to me, then hugged my face tightly to reject her.

"Oh, what a shame,

　To that young guardian, Ruine giggled and moved away from me.

　Oh, ...... that's a relief, en.

　...... That's a thing. En was a good choice to bring her along.

　If it had been just Leila, she wouldn't have been able to keep me away from temptation like this.

　So I'm not sorry that that wonderful feeling I had wrapped my arms around you went away or anything.

　It's true.



"By the way, some bandits showed up in Hutto, is this place really that bad?

　After that, when the scene had calmed down a bit, I was asking Hood, who was nearby, that question.

　Those bandits really came out without any warning, as if it was a matter of course.
　I'm sure you're not the only one who's interested.

It's a good thing that the entire demon world is in a state of turmoil. It is only after the current rivalry structure in the demon world has deepened that reports of burglars have increased. Because of this, they were unable to mobilize their troops in preparation for an emergency, and so they became overrun with ruffians like that ......

　With a look of anguish, Hoodie said so.

　...... When the country is in ruins, the land is in ruins. No wonder.

　I'm sure it was a good idea not to bring Iruna and her friends with you.

　...... Well, I'm going to tour the demon world with Reffi and Iruna and the others from now on.
　I'm sure you'll be able to find the best way to make your life easier and more enjoyable.

　I'm going to do my best for the sake of my children.


　　　I'll do my best for the children.




　--After that, we stayed overnight in the second city we reached without any incidents, and then were rocked more leisurely by the carriage in the evening of that day.

I'm sure you'll be able to find out more about it by visiting ......

　At last, our carriage arrived at our destination, the royal capital of the demon world - Reggie Hegg.

　My first impression of the ...... maze is that it's a maze.

　It's a short distance, but the road is strangely elevated with a mountainous ascent, and conversely, a depressed downhill road.
　There is a winding road with walls on all sides that somehow prevent you from going anywhere.

　If you take a closer look, there are sidewalks on top of the eaves that are lined up facing the street, and even from here you can see people coming and going.

　The streetscape, which should be called an "urban giant maze," was spread out there, as if it pointed its middle finger squarely at the concept of compartmentalization.

　And at the far end of it all, there is a conspicuously large castle.

　This is probably the royal castle of this demon world and our final destination.

　...... a nice view.

　The city's maze-like streets, illuminated by the sunset and glowing red, are quite exciting to watch.
　You will feel as if every road you take is a "secret passage".

　It's a good idea to have a good taste .......

I'm sure you'll be able to find a way to make it work. I'm sure you're a very interesting guy and it would be great to see you again. Take care, En!

Let's talk about magic again, Leila.

Huh, I'm ready for you whenever you feel like it.

　The party of female adventurers parted when they got off the carriage.
　They are going to stay in the Royal Capital of the Demon Realm for a while after this, to take a commission from the guild here.

　Thanks to them, it's been a pretty uneventful trip.
　I'm going to have a look at the guilds in the demon world, and I'd like to see them again if I can.

Well then, let me show you to the castle.

　--And now we were riding on a hulking capybara-like creature that Hood had borrowed from the nearby garrison, just off the carriage.

　On the back of the capybara was a saddle for a large group of riders, on which Hood, Leila, and I were riding in turn.
　En is on my lap.

　It's a great way to get a good idea of what's going on in the world. ...... This dog's fur is also very fluffy and wonderful.

　But it's not as fluffy as Lil's!

So, Leila, you've been here before?

Yes, I've visited a few times for research purposes.

...... research, after all, what's Leila's specialty? Is it still magic?

It's a lot of things. It's not like I've always been involved in one thing, like magic.

　I see...so you are following your curiosity and studying things.

You may not know this, but in the demon world, Ms. Leila's name is considered a mole if you're in the field and don't know it. You know how many excellent papers she has written.

　Unexpectedly, "I shouldn't let you be a maid, should I? It's not that I'm forcing you to be a maid, but I am.

　It's not that I'm forcing you to be a maid: .......

　It's just that, if you do that, Leila's presence at home is just a result of her curiosity, and when she's done, she'll be gone again.

　It's a good idea to be able to have a good time with them.

It's a good thing that you're not going to be able to get away with it.　What's wrong, Yuki-sama?

No, ...... I was wondering if Leila was going to go away when she was done, but I thought it was a bit sad.

Please rest assured, Yuki-sama, that my interest will never end as long as I'm in that labyrinth. My interest will probably never end as long as I'm in that labyrinth. I'll continue to serve you to the best of my ability, okay?

...... whose object of interest is Leila--

"It's a secret!

　Turning her face to me, Leila put her index finger to her mouth and smiled bewitchingly at me.