A few days after Arx's decision to become a mage.
　The Raytheft family was expecting a guest.


"...... Brother.

"Hello. Good to see you again, Josh.


　In the reception room of the house of Raytheft, the two men exchanging such an exchange were Joshua, the father of Arx, and a silver-haired man with a face similar to Joshua's. Unlike the aristocratic Joshua, he has an air of a commoner.
　He is muscular, his skin is well tanned, and he has burns all over his body. His skin is well tanned, and he has burns all over his body.


　The man's name is Crabbe Arbent. He is the older brother of Arx's father, Joshua Raytheft, who ran away from the Raytheft family for some reason.
　The reason is related to the amount of magic power that tormented Arx.


　When deciding who would be the heir, Joshua had more magic power than Crabbe, so he was chosen as the heir. This led to a dispute with Arx's grandfather, which led to his departure.


　Nevertheless, there is a reason why he is able to appear in front of the head of the family and act like a big brother. This man, Crabbe, has trained himself in the place where he ran away from home, and after returning to his country, he has achieved remarkable results on the battlefield, and has been given a key position in the military with the king's approval. His ability far surpasses that of Joshua, who has a lot of magic power, and although he is a baron of a lower nobility, his position in the army is higher than Joshua.


　Normally, he wouldn't be around much, but perhaps he is concerned about his family, and whenever he comes back from his territory or post, he visits the family home like this.


　Crabbe called out cheerfully to Arx standing there.


"Hey, Arx!　How have you been?

"Yes. It's been a while. I'm glad to see your uncle is doing well.

Oh?　When did you learn such difficult words?　Is it part of your heir education?　Hmm?


　Crabbe is laughing gaily. He must be pleased with his nephew's growth.
　This uncle is very easy to get along with because he is like a split bamboo.


　But on the other hand, Joshua showed a reluctant face.


"No, Arx is no longer heir to the House of Raytheft.

"What about ............?


　Crabbe rolled his eyes in surprise when he heard Joshua's words.


"Arx's magic level was significantly lower than the Raytheft standard. That's why the heir to the Raytheft family is now Risha.


　Risha, who was sitting next to Joshua, looked at him anxiously as if she was watching him. You can't blame her for suddenly being put in a delicate position.


　Suddenly, Crabbe narrowed his eyes as if he noticed something.


"Hey, is that why you have Arx standing behind you?

"Yes.


　That's right, Arx is now the only one standing behind the sofa while everyone else is sitting on it.
　Of course, this was Joshua's intention. It was Joshua's intention, of course, to show that he was not on the same level as the rest of the household. He treats them as if they were his servants, but to him, Arx is already positioned as something less than that.


　Crabbe understands this and complains to him.


Crabbe understands this and complains, "No matter how low your magic power is, it's too early to remove you as the heir.　There's still a chance that he'll grow.

"What do you mean? You know better than your brother that the amount of magic power does not increase.


　So Crabbe let out an audible sigh.
　And then he gives Joshua an exasperated look.


"...... Josh, do you remember what your father said to me at the end?

It's not like it was with me and my brother!　I'm not sure if this is a good idea or not.


　It was right after Joshua had shouted that. I'm not sure what to make of that.


"Hey!　This?　He's your son, isn't he?　You talk about him like he's a thing?

He's no longer your heir or my son!　He's just some stray dog with a small amount of magic!


　Then, I felt the air around me suddenly become very cold.
　A chill like a chill.
　It was only Joshua's gasping dismay that made him realize that it was Crabbe's anger that was causing it.


...... Josh, are you serious about that?　In front of my son?

"Yes, I am. The Raytheft family doesn't need incompetence.

Oh, yeah. So you've ended up like that old bastard, huh?


　This is a great way to make sure that you are getting the most out of your investment. Of course, Celine is also a person who is involved in the disinheritance, so she can't accept his gaze.


　While the head of the family and his wife turn away and the servants are upset, Crabbe's anger dissipates.
　Then he gives Arx a pitying look.


...... It's only six, isn't it?

The House of Raytheft is a military family. In order to protect the family, it is necessary to cut down.

How can you say that in front of the child you cut off? I don't know what's in your head.




　I'm not sure if this is a good idea or not.
　If you want to cut to the ............ chase, this is the place to do it.


I have a favor to ask you, uncle.

"......?　What is it?

"Teach me magic.

Oh, Arx, you're ......


　Joshua is glaring at me as if he's looking for revenge.
　Of course, I met it with a straight stare. Don't be afraid. There was no need to cry anymore. I cried that day. Yes, I cried my heart out. I don't cry when someone stares at me or hugs me. Every drop of tears I shed out of affection for my son and daughter has dried up.


　Then it is only natural that we face each other like this.
　I guess Crabbe didn't expect me to say that. He stared at me in dismay.


"...... Arx, are you sure?

Yes. Can you do that for me?


　This is it. No, this is the only way. I knew I could count on someone to be angry with me.
　I nodded, and Crabbe let out a somewhat impressed breath.
　Of course, it was Joshua who wouldn't be quiet about it.
　He yells at me in an angry tone.


"Stop it!　You're bringing shame on our family!

"I don't mean to, sir. I'm doing this for the good of the family.


　When he blurts out that he doesn't mean it, Joshua's gaze grows even angrier.


"What do you think you're doing for the house?

Wouldn't it be less embarrassing for the family if the incompetent could prove that he wasn't incompetent?


　That's the best guess a six-year-old can make. It would be most effective if the person who proved he wasn't ineligible - Crabbe - was put in front of him. As you might expect, the gaze begins to be laced with murderous intent.


　...... You will not regret saying this, as your position in the house will not be any lower. You can harass me all you want.


"You .......


　Joshua grunted angrily, and Crabbe suddenly laughed.


"Josh, you haven't decided if you're going to be humiliated or not yet, have you?　No, I haven't!　I guess I'm a disgrace to you and my father because of my success.

"Brother, ......!


　I'm not sure if you've heard of this, but I'm sure you have.
　You'll be able to find a lot more than just a few of them. He sticks out his tongue and tries to make fun of him.


　And then.


"All right, Arx. Leave it to me. I'll make you a full-fledged mage.


　From that day on, his uncle, Clive Arbent, became Arx's magic master.