I headed towards the mansion a little later than Aria.
　The surrounding area is already starting to buzz--this ward doesn't just cover the area.
　At the center of the wards is a "summoning gate" ...... where a large scale summoning magic is being used.
　It was nothing more than a clear act of terrorism, summoning demons throughout the town.
　In front of the house, Aria has already joined Iris.
　There were several others beside them.
　Iris was wearing a red dress, and I was a little surprised at how different she looked from my usual image.
　But now is not the time to talk about the dress.

"Sorry, I'm a little late.
Sorry, I'm a little late.　Doctor, it seems that summoning magic is being used around this area.
Yes, I'm aware of it. I'm aware of it. ...... At this time, there's a good chance they're targeting this area.
I didn't know they were going to target us when we were meeting. ....... It's going to be troublesome.

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　He walks up to me with his maid of honor.

"You're Iris's bodyguard, ...... Alta Schweizer?
"Do you know who I am? You know who I am? - That makes it easier. If the target is here, it is possible that either Iris-sama or Cashel-sama, or both of them, are being targeted. I'll tell the other knights to move, so you guys stay here.
Wait here.　A demon is about to attack the town. You can't wait around!

　...... That's what Iris would say.
　Of course, Aria, who is standing next to you, will argue with you.

You can't wait for them to come to you. So, Iris, stay here.
You're the only one who doesn't want to move!　I can fight, doctor. I'll fight with you.
"Not a chance, Master Iris.

　The one who interrupted Iris was an old man.
　I'm sure you'll be pleased to know that I'm not the only one who's a fan of your work.
　He must be a butler in Iris's bodyguard.

The lady, Cashel, and Aria, stay where you are. Especially if this place is being targeted. This old body is here to protect you. It's too dangerous to go out there and get yourself targeted. Please do not commit such a folly.
"Wellman ......, what are you saying?

　The old man Wellman's words caused Iris to show a clear expression of anger.
　Wellman saw this and looked a little surprised.

The old man's words made Iris look clearly angry. But I can't just sit here and be protected.
Think about your position. You are also the heir of the Rheinfels family.
I'm thinking. I'm a daughter of the four great noble families ...... Rheinfell. Why do you think we're still nobles?　We've been fighting for this country, including the Rheinfel family, and that's why we're here now. If we become recognized as nobles, will we only be protected?　Do you really think that's acceptable?　I'm fulfilling my role as a noble. It's not us who are in danger, it's those who have no way to fight back. So your role is not to protect me, but to fight alongside me.

　Iris declared clearly.
　Wellman stepped back, a look of surprise on his face as he heard the words without any hesitation.
　I was also a little surprised by Iris's swordsmanship. --But I suppose that's why it's so typical of her.
　With a sigh, she smiled a little.

I understand how you feel, Iris. Then I'll trust you to tell me.
"!　Dr. Schweizer, ......
Doctor, me too.
Yes, sir. It is possible that this place is being targeted at the moment, but more than that, since the opponent is a demon - the people around it are in danger. So we have to find a way to destroy the wards while defeating the demons.
I know how to destroy the wards.
What?

　It was Cashel who came into the conversation.
　He seemed to have heard what we were saying and continued to speak as he stood beside Iris.

I'm one of the four great noblemen, as she said. I'm one of the four noble families. I'll help you get out of this situation.
Thank you very much. So, how do we destroy the wards?
A large scale ward like this will not collapse if only a portion of it is destroyed. There must be dozens of people creating these wards.
Dozens?



　When I heard that, I remembered what Remyll had told me about the "magic cult" - "Bullfouth".
　It was also said that they were based in this area.
　Is it possible that this organization has moved to target the two of you?

"There must be mages gathered at the core of the wards, on each of the four sides. And those who control them. Once it's triggered, it can't be destroyed immediately, but in order to destroy the wards themselves, you need to defeat the mages on all sides.
I see.

　Four wards is quite a distance.
　I'm sure I can destroy one of them, but if they're in a group, they could be quite a force to be reckoned with.
　--As if they understood my thoughts, Iris and Aria stepped forward.

I'll take care of one.
Me too.
Master Iris...
Wellman, I believe in you. Wellman, I believe in you. So use your power to protect your people. That's my order from .......

　When Iris said this, Wellman's eyebrows furrowed and he fell silent.
　But then he lets out a small sigh.

"You look a lot like your father, Miss .......
"Yes, because I am your son.
Yes, because I am your father's son. I will obey your orders and use my power to ensure that no one from the people is harmed.
Thank you, Wellman.　Thank you, Wellman.

　Wellman smiled as Iris expressed her gratitude.
　Then, Wellman approached me.
　There was a hint of hostility in his expression.

"Alta Schweizer, I don't approve of you. But I'll move for the sake of the lady here. You will do your duty like a knight.
"Yes, I understand perfectly.

　That's all I'm going to say to you.
　He may be blaming me for allowing Iris to act alone.
　While he is happy about Iris' growth, he must have mixed feelings about it.
　Perhaps he shouldn't have entrusted such children as Iris and Aria with such an important war situation.
　But as far as I know, they are more dependable than ordinary knights.
　In order to quickly get out of this situation, it is desirable to attack all four locations simultaneously.

And then there's the other one.
"Is it my turn, First Officer Schweizer?
First Officer Schweizer.　Knight Commander Stiletto. What are your orders to your men?
We have a lot of good men. We're already moving them to protect civilians. The way things are going, we're gonna need more men to attack one place.
If you're willing to go, I'd appreciate it. Now we can go in four directions ...... and get some knights to help us form a small unit.
That would leave me free. That leaves me free. ...... You're right. I'm going to be working with you then. Alta Schweizer.
"Alta Schweizer!　Mr. Cashel: ...... That's fine, but it's dangerous to move.
I told you. I'm a nobleman. You stay here. I'll show you the power of the Rahmberg mage family.

　Cashel instructed the maid who was waiting.
　--With this, the plan was decided, albeit improvised.
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