After deciding on the content of the performance, the class "First" began to prepare for it.

But what does a play ...... entail?

　Lara tilted her head.
　At first, no one had an opinion.

"How about ......, the story of Aurelian the Fool?

　Marise said.

"A story about a foolish king?
Yes, it would be a good subject. Aurelian, the Fool King, has been tormenting the people with his folly. Aurelian's brother Clifton, who had been exiled from the country, gradually gained supporters and eventually defeated Aurelian.

　Marise continued to recite.

It's a little rude to say this, but it's an interesting story. In fact, there are many stories written about Aurelian. I think it would be a great subject for the festival. ......

　It could also be an adventure story with the Foolish King as the Demon King and his brother as the hero.
　I don't see any reason to oppose it.

　I think that's what everyone else was thinking.

"Yeah, ...... sounds fun!　I'll do my best!
"I'll try my best!" "I'll take the lead!
"No fair!　Clifton the Revolutionary is mine!
Clifton the Revolutionary is mine.
Oh, no!

　"You're good enough to play Aurelian the Fool!
　Looking at everyone's faces, they all seemed to be enjoying themselves.
　It's settled.

If there are no objections, let's use the novel "The Road to Revolution," which describes the story of how the foolish king Aurelian was defeated, as our subject. Is that all right with you?

　No one even shook their heads at Marise's question.

I can't wait to see how the play turns out.

　I muttered absently.

"You're doing a play too!

　Lara patted me on the shoulder.

"Me?
Of course you are, because you're part of the class.

　I never imagined that in my previous life I would be hated and called a heretic, but now I'm doing this with everyone.
　I couldn't have imagined this in my previous life.

　Fine.
　I like sideshows.
　I like sideshows. Even if it's a play, let's give it our all.

Let's divide into creperie group and theater group and get started. If you are in the creperie group, please send the recipe to .......

　Marise quickly instructed everyone.
　It's not too early to start preparing.
　There's no such thing as too much time to prepare.



　While everyone is preparing in the classroom.

"Hey, hey, Kurt. Do you know?

　Lara asks.

"What?
"About Erna. She's coming to ...... this school tomorrow.
...... Erna. I've heard of her.

　She's one of the most famous artists of her time.
　She is very versatile in painting, sculpture, theater, and music,......, and her creations are said to be worth at least a hundred gold coins.
　But still.

Why do you come to school?　With Culture Day coming up, I'm sure you've got a lot on your plate.
"Well, it's a rumor, but I heard that you've been friends with the headmaster of this school for a long time. This is why they are planning to have their work displayed at the cultural festival. ...... Tomorrow is the preliminary inspection.

　As was the case with Avril, ...... the headmaster of this school is said to be quite open-minded.
　I'm not sure what to make of it.

I'm looking forward to it. I don't know if I'll get a chance to talk to him, but I'd like to get his ...... autograph if I can.
I'm looking forward to it too.
Kurt, too?　Kurt, are you interested in art or something?
Yeah.

　This time period is in decline compared to a thousand years ago.
　But it's ...... about magical civilization.
　How did the field of art develop?
　And Erna is the one who defined the field of art. I'm simply curious.

I'd like to see just how much of an art Erna is, if we ever meet face to face.

　The next day.

　The next day.
　As promised, Erna showed up at the academy.


"It's been a while, Headmaster.




　Erna bowed ostentatiously to the headmaster who was greeting her at the main gate.

　Many students had gathered in front of the main gate to see Erna.
　The four of us, including ...... Lara, Marise and Cynthia, joined the onlookers and looked at Erna.

You can sense the magic in Erna.
"Magic power, ......?

　Marise opened her eyes, curious.

"Yes, Erna must be a great artist. But she's also a wizard. But she's also supposed to be a wizard, and a very good one at that.

　But I'm sure she's no match for Lara and the others.

"It is said that Erna sometimes uses her magic to create paintings and sculptures. Perhaps there is a reason for this.
"That may be so.

　I nodded at Marise's guess.
　I'm getting more and more interested in Erna.

Erna, you're looking better than you have in a while.

　The principal stepped forward and made Erna look up at him.

　Erna was an absolute beauty.
　Her long, platinum-branded hair was almost translucent, and she wore a red ribbon that went well with it.
　Erna's beauty seemed to take the breath away from the other students.

　However, even with all these stares, Erna had a smile on her face.

"Oh, Headmaster. It's not like you to call me "sir". You can call me Erna-chan like you used to.
"No, no, I can't do that anymore.

　The headmaster chuckles.

Now let's see the dormitory before we go inside the school.

　Before stepping into the school building, Erna turned around and headed towards the dormitory.

　The onlookers moved to follow her.

Why is Erna so interested in the dormitory?
"The dormitory was designed by Erna-san. Erna, who was six years old at the time, drew the blueprints and it became a hot topic. I think that's why you're interested in it.

　Lara says with pride.
　Hmm. I knew that ...... was designed by a famous architect, but I didn't know that it was the Erna of the past. What an interesting connection.

　When Erna arrived in front of the dormitory.

"Oh, ......?

　She narrowed her eyes suspiciously.

"The whole dormitory is warded, isn't it? Is that ......?
You know about the recent troubles with the Empire, don't you, Erna?
Yes.

　Erna does not look away from the dormitory, but responds to the headmaster's words.

I'm sure you're aware of that. Even though it was an emergency, I'm ...... sorry for setting up the wards without permission.
No, that's fine, but ...... warding an entire building?　And it seems to be a semi-permanent one. There are people in King's Landing who can do this?
"Yes. There's a very talented student enrolled this year. He did it all by himself.
"What? ......!

　Erna's eyes widen in surprise.

I'm not sure how that's possible.　I'm not sure what to do.　I'm sure you'll agree.　I'm sure you're not the only one. ...... You've become a terrible joke, Headmaster. I'm sure you'll be able to understand how impossible that is.
It's hard to believe, but it's true.

　The headmaster said this and then glanced at me.
　Of course, I'm the one who put up the warding on the dormitory.

　The empire was devastated by demons and evil dragons.
　But you never know when they'll turn on King's Landing next.
　That's why when I came back from the capital, the first thing I did was to put up wards around the dormitory ...... and the Magic Academy building.
　For me, it's easy to put up this level of warding.

I'm sure you'll be happy to hear that.

　Erna's eyes change color. Her eyes change color, a belligerent tint.

I'm not sure if I'm going to be able to do that.　As you know, I am both an artist and a magician. I can cast a spell that can blow a hole in the school building.
"By all means, be my guest.

　You thought I'd say no?
　Erna rolled her eyes when she heard the answer.

　But she quickly turned back to the dormitory.

You will not regret this. ...... Gather in my hands, flame. Gather in my hands, flames. Become a spear and pierce and burn your enemies!

　He chanted, "Gather in my hands, flames!

　It's a very powerful and accurate chanting magic.


　But not to this extent: .......


"I can't even scratch the dorm, can I?


　I muttered to myself.
　But in fact, the fire spear that Erna fired hit near the entrance of the dormitory, but quickly disappeared.

This is ......?

　Erna is at a loss for words in surprise.
　Not even a single burn mark on the walls of the building.

"Who could have put up such a powerful warding? ......!　Who did it!　Who put it up? Who is this talented student?

　Erna cries out in disbelief.

　In response to her voice, the headmaster ...... who had come to greet her and the surrounding onlookers all turned their gaze towards me.

You are the one who ...... this ward!　What an outrageous person you are ......!

　Erna looked straight at me.
　I don't sense any hostility. On the contrary, I felt something like goodwill.
　It was an unexpected turn of events, but I suppose you could say that it was a good opportunity to assess Erna's strength.

　I didn't reply, but silently accepted Erna's glittering gaze.