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　Underneath the calming look on her face, Cisernia's brain was running fuller than ever before. If there was only one thing to think about, anyone could do it.
　But at least in Cisernia's brain there was more than one when it came to the issues surrounding Ars.

　What direction did the heads of state want to take the discussion in? Or is it on the basis of unanimity? In light of Beric's presence in the room, we are getting a general idea of what to expect.
　Who is Rusalka probing? How much of that is in terms of priority?

　What kind of excuses and measures can be taken to avoid making the alpha's position worse, so as not to leave a grudge afterwards? Even choosing the right words to say, you have to constantly consider how you can participate in the discussion and what you can say, as well as how to play the game. In addition, Cicernian had to think about how to deal with each problem one by one, because it would affect everything, whether it was getting better or worse.

　To tell the truth, it's also possible that he could take a roundabout approach to Rusalka. Even if you subtract from Cicernian pride, you can also take enough means to follow our side and let it progress.

　But in order to do that, we have to find out what Rusalka is hiding. By doing that here, there would be a high chance that other countries would be able to detect it. If that happened, would it really improve Alpha's position, or, more likely, make it even worse?

　In this murky stream of thought, Cisernia accurately organizes it.
　Having already thrown out the word "some" gives Cicernia a chance to speak.
　In terms of setting the pace, the eight-word dialogue played a major role.

''Since I don't think there is a lack of accuracy about the [Airborne Induced Detonation 《Detonation》] that Lithia-san reported earlier, since there are users here.......Letty, who else can handle this magic but you and Arus?
It's probably not there. It's a good idea to have a good idea of how to use it. It's a very strong spell, so it's not even in the Grimoire.
I see...

　Hmmm, a conclusion that doesn't need to be considered when you try to groan. Cisernia floats as many counter-arguments to protect Ars as she can think of, but she doesn't have a single piece of evidence. The first elder next to her might even jokingly spill out what Ars's character might do if she said she had no motive.
　It is already known that he is offering to retire in any case. Then he would be suspected of lacking sincerity and ethics in defending the country.

　Even if I were to profess the information I got from Ars here, I would have no proof. And since you are not going to turn yourself in and plead your innocence, the suspicion could go to Alpha.

　Cicernia's chest rose and fell quietly. A sigh unintentionally stopped her from thinking.

'Then I'm sorry, but I'm sorry you had to let a criminal out of our home... I'm sorry, Lithia.
..........

　This kind of over the top apology would be repugnant. Rather, it's a way of saying that you can't help but be called a fool.
　No one, no matter what they knew of Cicernian and Lithia's relationship, would try to hide their displeasure from inappropriateness. Still, there was no one to raise his voice. Not even Lithia, of course.

'Then I hope you'll show some sincerity.
Of course. Alpha will be happy to cooperate fully.

　--That's sweet. Miss Lithia. That's why I don't like you very much.

　Gently saying only a heartfelt thank you, Cicernia was sure that she had won the bet. Although she officially admitted as an alpha, the harvest was certainly worth the price. Rather, would it be correct to say that she trusted Ars, who could spin her thoughts in the same realm?
　In any case, Sisernia had no way to do it in this situation. There is only one conclusion that can be drawn at this stage from the many arguments. Then I admitted it myself and tried to explore Rusalka's side without showing any futile resistance.

　-- It's good that my prediction was correct, but things are bad. No, there was no way that things could be worse than the worst here. I'm sorry, Lithia, but I'm going to have to take a ride.

　Instead of tuning in to what Lusarka was trying to find out here, Alpha needed to find out on his own.
　Even in the face of adversity, Cisernia was still beginning to take pleasure in solving the arcane logic somewhere. It couldn't be more rewarding.

　She couldn't help but feel an itchy feeling coming on.

''Now that Alpha has formally informed me of your cooperation, let's discuss how to deal with this as soon as possible, shall we?

　Foulon's words are a line that comes from the assurance that Ars is already the culprit. Iberis, Hydrangee, Halkapudia, and Clevidito do not object as a matter of course, and the acting head of Barmes does not even understand this situation.

　As it should be, Balmes' former head of state, Holtal, has disqualified his family from being a candidate for head of state as well. The only one here now is a child of 12.3 years old.
　He is the favorite to become the next head of state, but he is still a young child. That's why the new governor, Nilhine, should have been called in as a substitute, but it is difficult for a governor to participate in the convocation of a head of state, except for special cases.

　Perhaps even this was a setup. Nirhine Qodr owes a great deal to Alpha. If so, it's quite conceivable that he would put his shoulder to the wheel.

　So far, nine out of ten, it's completely planned.

　Haorg, who is himself a military man of valor, took the initiative to open his mouth.

'The problem is that Lord Hispida was defeated, and when it comes to a battle between singles, it's inevitable that it would be substandard by nature. There must be some reason why he wasn't allowed to do so. Above all, we have very little information about Ars Regin.
After all, Lord Haorg, did you question your rank as number one in the first place?

　The former head of Krevdito, Clov Vide Diet. His tall, thin frame with a thin face gives the impression of a sick man. The black gloves also help to make him look sinister. His hair is a mish-mash of lusterless gray on his skinny cheeks. The dark gray suit is oddly disfiguring.
　A man who would be of mature age fits the image better in bed than at work. The gentle eyes created by heavy eyelids give him a good-natured atmosphere, and he is just as handsome as he looks.
　He is a little different from the easy-going and self-assured, and Clov is usually not in a hurry, perhaps because of his demure nature.

　It's a good thing that you're not going to be able to get a good deal more than you think.

It's not a matter of rank," he said. I'm sure that even if you had the ability to be number one, you would still be no better than a few singles.
No doubt. But I think he has a bit of a unique power, if not an overriding one... don't you, Mr. Fanon?

　A bit of a stranger's manner of speaking. It was a line that gave a certain distance to the single wizard in his own country, but Clov has a habit of giving equal respect to everyone, regardless of who they are.
　In response to the altruistic question, Fanon fiddled with his hair, "How was it? I say nastily.

'This is coming.'

　The really troubled expression on his face was one of disappointment, though.

''I mean, don't you have a dim view of it without me asking?　Especially that uncle over there...

　What she's talking about. An event that any wizard in the room could instantly recall: a meeting of heads of state to approve the Seven Nations Magical Friendship Tournament. It was impossible for him, as a party to the event, not to think of the bickering by Ars and Garginis on that occasion.

　Garginis humphs uncomfortably at Fanon's scornful, devilish smile, and kicks back. He wouldn't take this level of provocation - as expected, there had just been a tense exchange in front of him. He relatively calmly ignores the ridicule and opens his mouth.

''The circumstances are what they are, but it's true...''
At that time, my magician's cellphone disappeared completely~
Huh?

　Garginis had to desperately endure the blue streaks between his eyebrows and the twitching of his temples at his own pace of shaking it up and then eventually speaking himself.
　But such anger didn't bother him the next time.

　Fanon gets to the heart of the matter.

'So, you're going to hear the seediness of it. 'The Governor of Alpha,'

　The power of a single wizard in his own country has no idea what to expect. There are no measures that can be taken without listening to that explanation. The clawfs are hunted down in an orderly fashion.
　No, it was planned from the beginning. It was just following the established path. For that reason alone, Beric was called in.


　There was no way to go against the trend so far. Cisernia looked at Beric and nodded lightly. From the Alpha's point of view, knowing that Ars wasn't the culprit, he wanted to keep it as hidden as possible.
　However, if he hid it at this stage of the game, the other countries would immediately impose a suitable suspicion on Cicernia and start to capture him temporarily. That was why Cicernia thought that she was letting the single mage have the AWR.

　The risks of revealing everything would go quickly.
　If Berrick told him again and again, no matter how ignorant Cicerunia was of the outside world and the fighting power of a mage, he would expect more than he expected, even if it was against a single mage in this place, Ars would be more confident than he expected.
　However, revealing his unusual abilities here could be detrimental to Ars.

　Nevertheless, there was also a calculation in making Beric carry out his duty of explanation. Of course, it is also for the purpose of not being accused of rebellion, but above all, only a single magician can oppose Ars.
　If that is the case, then countries would be reluctant to incorporate single mages from their countries into the defeating force. That could be guessed without any reason even at the time of 【Bad Food】.

　If that is the case, by raising Ars's strength to the same level as the ceiling, if the awareness is instilled along with information that there is no chance of victory unless everyone in this place is incorporated, then the situation will inevitably shift to one that is advantageous to Cicerunia.
　It was a good thing if it would at least create room for thought.

　Beric showed an implicit understanding, too, and he spoke up slowly.