In the square, the production of the magic circle was proceeding at a rapid pace.
A table was brought to the top of the courtyard gate - a position where we could watch Marin's lament sewn into the air - and a meeting was held.

On high alert, the priest sighed deeply and looked around at the group.

'Well, well, well, we're all connected by the skin of our necks, huh? I did not expect such an irregularity to occur. I wonder what would have happened if I hadn't prepared the treasure on Sir Franz's advice: ......'

'No one can predict something like that. I suppose it can't be helped. You're right, a thousand changes!

'What? Ah, ......, yes, you're right.''

While I was in a daze, Franz-san suddenly asked me to talk and I hurriedly nodded my head. I'm not sure what to make of it.

I'm proud to say that I've seen a lot of things in my life, but it seems that the world is still too big for me.
Well, I'm not going to tell you. ...... No one seemed to have seen it.

'But ............ aren't people in this country hiding too much bad stuff?

'........................'

Mr. Franz is silently giving me a deadly look.
I'm not sure what to do, but I'm sure you'll be able to do it.

Then our Ark opened his mouth.

'However, this was my first time fighting a curse--it was far beyond our imagination. The lightning and Lucia Roger's advanced attack magic didn't seem to have any effect beyond stopping it. ......'

''The knight was still getting through, but Marine's Lamentations was slipping through. It seemed to have zero effect, but from the looks of it, it wasn't a spirit-based demon either.'

Gark, a former hunter who is experienced in defeating demons and illusions, said with a twisted expression.

It's true that it's hard to imagine that he's so spry after being hit by Arc's lightning strike and Lucia's Hailstorm. Ark isn't a real mage but Lucia's level is high enough to bring down a dragon.

You're acting like nothing happened, but half of the reason the warding pillar broke was because of Lucia. .......

It's a good thing that you've got a good idea of what you're looking for. You can't interfere from the outside when you're trapped by the shield breath. Even if we resume the operation again, we have to think of a way to ...... do it. It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for and what you can do to help.

I'm not sure what to make of it, but I'm sure it's a good idea.

By the way, I can't help but notice that Franz is glancing at me since a while ago. ...... I don't know.

I think it's best not to interfere too much this time. It's a great group of people, and talking is a recipe for disaster. .......

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'Magic is almost ineffective against curses. It's best to counter a curse with a power similar to a curse.

'In our forest, the role is played by spirit people who have grown old and accumulated spiritual power.

'They are shamans with special skills that are different from ours. If you're born into a bloodline with such aptitude, or if you're old enough, you'll have power!

'It's hard to quell a curse of that class with a straightforward attack. I'm sure you'll agree.

I'm not sure what to say. You can't say that they are easy to get along with, but you can count on them in times like these.

............ And after all, isn't Crus being played with?
It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're going to be doing.

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'............ The resentment has not faded at all, has it? You can't help it. ............ Marine's lament also has a tragic origin. In a way, it's a victim too.

I don't know what happened, but I still think that rampage was a little bit out of character.
As I listened to the conversation while pretending to be thinking, Lapis narrowed her eyes and said.

'It would be too much for human hands to cleanse it. We are also indebted to Zebrudia, and if necessary - spellcraft is our field, we can call the shamans of our forest ......... ...'

'Oh my god, a ...... spirit man (Noble) shaman, is that ......'.

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I don't know them that well, but they seem to have become a bit more rounded since joining the clan.

Come to think of it, a sorceress is a kecak chukka. I wonder what she's doing now. Still in the 'lost inn'?


'But the forest sorcerer (shaman) hates people. Zebuldiah's help was essential to bring him here. Besides ....... The Church must have its own agenda.

'............ I see. Well, there's no way for the head temple to deal with an opponent that can't be controlled by a laminated warding magic circle. In reality, the only one who can purify it in the current Imperial Church is Ansem, but ............ with the way the other party is looking, he'll probably escape.''

'Hmmm......'

Ansem gives a troubled snort. In the event that the curse, which spreads vindictiveness and murderous intent, chooses to flee (even though it was released from the warding), it seems that another problem will arise if it is too strong.

'We have been instructed to give top priority to counteracting the prophecy of the House of Astrology. We will take the responsibility of preparing what is necessary to welcome them. If it can stop the prophecy of the House of Astrology, it's a small price to pay.

As expected of such a large group of people, you can handle anything. I feel like I'm in the wrong place.
I'm not sure what to say, but I'm sure you'll understand.

'Metal products are not allowed in the forest of the spirit people. All carriages must be made of plants or jewels. Horses should be unicorns or gryphons, and since they don't like to be in the presence of large numbers of people, put a curfew on the main street when you welcome them. Entertain them as you would entertain royalty.

I don't think I'd go that far even if I was dealing with royalty from another country. ...... The fact that you don't seem to have any bad intentions makes it even worse.


'........................ Is there any other way? Are there any other personnel--for example, what about the sage at the magic academy?

'......Hmm. That's bullshit. ...... She's a halfwit. Besides, it may be hard for humans to understand, but mages and sorcerers have completely different directions.

Franz-san is also in trouble. ...... But I really didn't do anything this time.
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............ Yes, you're right. I'm not sure what to make of that.

I'm not sure what to make of it.


'...... Cry, is there something on your mind?

'Eh? No. ............'

I didn't say anything. ............ No, isn't it good that I didn't say anything?

Before I knew it, everyone's eyes were on me. Lucia's gaze was particularly painful. You'll be able to see that I wasn't listening to you very well, right?



What's on your mind, what's on your mind, yeah. I don't really have any, but ............ you're right. It has nothing to do with this case at all, but if I had to say, I'd say I'm concerned about Liz.

I'm sure she's the next in line to be escorted. I don't think there's any point in escorting her, since she's already suffered a lot, but I'm not convinced that she doesn't need to come.

And, of course, she knows that Luke and the others got something, so she'll assume that she'll get something as well. In fact, I gave her a lot of crazy stuff, but it doesn't matter to her. If I don't give her something, she'll start screaming like a child, I'm sure.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. ...... While I was thinking about something completely unrelated, Gark frowned and said.

'If you have something to say, say it while you can.

'............No, not really, I guess.'

'I don't care how trivial it is! You're always going to do something terrible later!

Mr. Franz starts to say something unnecessary. What in the world is undermining my reputation in his mind? ...... No offense. I don't mean to be offensive, that's all I'm saying.
But it's an atmosphere that won't go away unless you say something. I cleared my throat once, made an apologetic face, and said.


'It's not really related to this ............ story, but it's kind of, uh, ......... ......... Yes. It would be nice if there was something like a locked treasure chest.

What are you talking about? What are you talking about, ...... you?

'The important thing here is that it's locked. It's old, wooden, and quaint.

Lizzie loves locked treasure chests. The more complicated the lock, the better, and the closer it is to the image of a typical treasure chest, the better.
It doesn't matter if there is nothing inside. I'm sure he'll be very happy if you open the key and praise him.

Ark and the others are frowning. The priest seems confused too. I knew I shouldn't have said anything. Maybe I'll look for it on the way back.












After the discussion, I left the church with Lapidus and Lucia. Lucia sighed deeply as I stretched out my back with a sense of freedom.

In the end, after a controversial debate, we decided to ask for the help of a spirit man sorcerer.
In the end, after a controversial debate, they decided to ask a spiritist sorcerer for help. Until then, they said, they would leave Marin's Lamentations crucified with a treasure. The priest looked troubled because it was so visible, but I think it is an avant-garde object.

Although the number of people who come to human cities is gradually increasing nowadays, spirit people and humans are basically incompatible. In addition, if the other party is a sorcerer who is highly regarded even among spirits, anything that happens could lead to an international problem.
Franz, the welcoming host, looked as if he had been chewing on a bitter bug the whole time. It's really tough being a nobleman.

When we got outside, Lapidus said to Franz.

'We'd better hurry. We'll head to the forest to talk to them. Franz, prepare to be greeted.

'............ It'll take a little while. I'll contact you when I'm ready, I'll have the syllogism stone ready. .................. "Thousand Changes", give me the syllogism stone you left with me. You don't need it anymore.

'............Eh, I thought you were going to give it to me. ......'

'I'll do it! The sympathetic stone is a rare strategic material in the Imperial Capital.



Reluctantly, I returned the sympathetic stone. Franz took it with a snort and handed it to Lapis.

Lapis gazed at the syllabary and put it in her pocket. I really envy you, your every gesture is really elegant. Hard-boiled.

And then Mr. Franz looked at me closely.

'Any other concerns?

'Hmm? I don't think so.

Or rather, I'm not sure.
I'm not proud of it, but the only reason I was nodding my head in agreement--I was just going along with the crowd!

'............ You're always like that! I'm not sure what to make of that. I'm not sure if you've seen this before, but I'm sure you've. What is a treasure chest?

I told you it had nothing to do with ....... Forget it, ........

'Oh dear, Franz. Calm down. Are you still worried after having the best members like that? With Ark, Gark-san, Lucia and Anthem, it's a flawless composition in both offense and defense. There was no damage from Lamentations of Marrin after all, and with that many members, you should be fine no matter what kind of curse comes. You're relying on me too much.

'..................nu......'

You can't get anything by turning it upside down, I can. Didn't you see that Lucia took the trouble to put me on top of the ornament!
If there is an accident, people will come to me immediately. ...... I do not have time to spare either. I'm busy resting. I have to go buy a treasure chest. .......

I'm sure you've been following me around, just in case, but you haven't done anything. Let me make this clear, I'm not as big a deal as you think I am, Franz. I cause a lot of problems.

'So, you're aware of that? ...... You! You're invincible!

Oh no, it was a ...... snake!

I reflexively went behind Lucia to hide, and that's when the ground shook.
I turned around. The one who called out to her (but didn't) was Ansem. He had taken off his armor, unusually, and was leading the priests of the Church of the Light behind him.

Franz, who was about to reprimand me, fell silent.
He's barely big enough to fit through the big gate. There is a presence there that would make most people shut up.

Is there something I can do for you?

Waiting for a word, Ansem clears his throat with a small cough and says in a voice that hasn't been hushed in a long time.


'Kry, the church wants to talk to you about the treasure chest that we discussed earlier. Come with me.'