Schlester, Kingdom of Cassandra.
　This is the third largest port town in the Kingdom of Cassandra, and is one of the important bases of the Kingdom of Cassandra, with many fishing boats and even huge ships docked in the harbor.
　We stopped by the port town before going to the area that Muraji had mentioned. Of course, this was not because of the delicious seafood. It was because the Royal Archives existed here, and it was the most convenient and closest place to examine the information.

　The city itself is a port town, with a strong scent of the sea and a large amount of fresh seafood that you don't often see in inland towns. This made me more aware than ever that I was in a foreign country.

I don't need Neya's escort today, because I'm going to spend the day learning magic from Phiel. So I think you should let her have the day free," Celestia said as if to get my agreement.

　Celestia, who had been diligently instructed by Phiel during the trip, was now able to cast third-class magic and all four attributes at the same time, and she did so consistently.
　If she continues at this rate, she may be able to attain the second level of single attribute magic.
　The amount of magic power she was born with is too small to hope for more, though.

I'm sure Neya needs a break, so she can do as she pleases.

Thank you very much. I'd like to observe Master Walth for the rest of the day at ----.

I don't get it. Dismissed.

You just said I could do whatever I wanted.

I did, but I also said it was dismissed because it didn't make sense.

　I looked at Celestia and Pheuel, wondering what kind of thinking would lead to such a ridiculous use of time. But Celestia and Pheuel were not on my side, they just laughed and watched the exchange between me and Neya.

There is a point. I haven't seen Master Walth training during my travels. I've been swinging my sword whenever I could and training myself even while I slept. But the gap between me and Walth-sama, who hasn't done anything, doesn't even seem to be closing.

　It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for.

...... What's the connection between that and observing me?

I've been trying to figure out what Master Walth is doing at all times, and I've been trying to incorporate that into my life. I also have the ulterior motive that if I can help Master Walth and get it done quickly, he might be able to accompany me in my training.

You've made that clear. ...... I don't think that's an ulterior motive.

No, it's an ulterior motive.

　When you say it out loud, it's almost a plea.
　It's easy to just say no here, but your insatiable quest for strength is similar to my quest for reanimation magic.

All right. I'll join you in your training when there's more time.

Thank you.

　Thank you." Neya's voice rose and she bowed quietly.

"So I'm going to the Royal Archives with Neya.

"Yes, sir. I understand. Leave Master Seretia to me. I'll protect her.

　I didn't miss the fact that as soon as Fiehl showed his spirited expression, Celestia slightly retracted.

　Fiel, who had not moved to the Kingdom of Euresia, was not a vassal of Celestia, much less a citizen. Probably, whether it is guarding or guiding, Fiehl is not shying away from Celestia, and is doing his best.

　Fiehl has a surprisingly cold attitude towards those who lack talent in magic. But with the way Celestia is growing, she may be naturally enthusiastic.

"You take care of Celetia, okay?

　I could see Fiel getting even more enthusiastic.



　　　　　　　The Royal Archives.

　The Royal Archives is not just a library that anyone can use.
　The Royal Archives is not just a library that anyone can use, it's the heart of the Kingdom of Cassandra, housing nearly half of the world's books, and it's a special area that only those with permission are allowed to enter.

Is it safe? Neya said, scurrying around.

'No problem. There would have been some trouble before this, but now the talk of a military alliance with the Kingdom of Eurasia is working. You were right to condition me to spread the word.

　He presented his ID to the receptionist at the administration building at the entrance to the site.
　In the past, I would have been looked at suspiciously, but this time I was treated politely and given permission to enter the site.
　As a representative of the country, it was only natural that I should be treated this way, but I couldn't help but think it was a little ridiculous that I was a little touched by it.

You made it in, sir. Master Walth seems rather pleased.

He's been treated very poorly in the past. Neyer was one of them, of course.

That's right. ...... I thought I just didn't know enough.

I thought I just didn't know enough. - That should be a laughing matter from now on. That's how significant the last contract was.

　I opened the great door of the Royal Library and stepped into a huge circular entrance, the walls of which were crammed with books.

This is only a small part of what you'll find.

You'll have a hard time finding it.

　Then, a male staff member approached the entrance with the hard sound of his leather shoes.
　The soft-spoken staff member bows his head lightly in front of me.

If there is anything you are looking for, please ask one of us on each floor. We know all the books in the library.

That's great. I'm sorry to bother you so soon, but I'm looking for anything related to the politics and wars of the Kingdom of Lumotia over the last thirty years. I'd also like to see anything on paganism, current topics, or anything related to the dead.

"Very well, sir.

　The man led us to a table in the central building and then disappeared to get a book.
　Even though it's almost impossible to find a book in this collection, I guess this system is also meant to keep track of who read what. As I was thinking that the system was also meant to prevent theft, the man came back with about ten books in his hands.



　Neya sees it and rolls her eyes. 　

"It's pretty thick.

Thank goodness Neya's here. I'm glad you're here, because I'm not going to be able to do this by myself.

　The books stacked on top of each other are as thick as the tips of your fingers from your elbows.
　To be honest, it would take two people a whole day to do it.
　It might be better to make time on a different day and accompany him in his training.

I'm curious about the Kingdom of Lumotia, so I'm going to focus on that. Neya, I want you to find out if there's anything about dolls that sounds like it.

"Okay. ---- By the way, is there a more accurate way to describe the doll? The word "doll" doesn't ring a bell for me.

...... Well, Pheuel says it's called alchemical magic, a combination of alchemy and magic, so how about alchemical dolls?

"That's more like it, alchemy doll.

　Neya mouthed the words several times, and looked satisfied and refreshed.

"Then I'll look into the alchemy doll.

　Her expression changed to a serious one, and she began to flip through the pages with great speed.