I - the wizard, Magnus - had misrepresented his name and background.

"My name is Henri Magnussault. I'm a soldier in the service of General Georg of Luxun. This is the maid, Chocolat. I was sent by secret order from General Georg to assist you.

　It was Lady Sharon, the mayor of the magical city of Nebula.
　She is immediately excited.

'Oh!　You say you are Master Georg, the hero of the defence of Kiro-Mitsu to the end of his life against the armies of the Magus Commander, right?　As a military strategist, Master Magnussaud must be a man of one rank. Welcome to my Nebula!

　Eagerly recommending a seat, Sharon herself also sat down facing me.
　Chocolat stood behind me on the couch, while Isabella, Zucci, Kate and Tina stood behind Sharon.
　I've already confirmed in the "Strategy Book" that these four are Sharon's high ranking brothers.
　And all four of them are eyeing me, a man, with a suspicious look in their eyes.

　We are in the witch country of Viverajara. This is the land of witches, Viverajara, and it was a natural reaction.
　I'm more surprised that Sharon didn't take it with a grain of salt.

So, so, Mr. Magnussault. What can I do for you today, Mr. Magnussault?
You may not know this, but not long ago, Luxon successfully defeated the Mad Titan.
'Oh!　I congratulate you on that!
It hurts. But the cost of victory was great and our country lost a lot. We must now take the time to rebuild. To that end, it is Her Highness Princess Beatrixine's intention to build a cooperative relationship with your country, which has been an important trading partner for us since ancient times, even more so than in the past.
'Oh!　I wouldn't have hoped for a better word!　Vivera hara owes its prosperity to the friendly relations with your country. But I am only a mayor, and I can only promise you so much. And speaking of war, did you know that my country is now in the midst of...
I know. And that's why I came to Nebula.

　I countered emphatically to Sharon, who slurred her words with a melancholy face.

''You say?　Lady Magnussault.
"Our country's demonic damage has reached a lull, and there is no longer a need for a national level of warfare preparedness. It's hard to keep up with our exhausted finances. However, as a military strategist, I honestly feel that there is no more room for me to play an active role in this situation. That's why Princess Beatrixine, aware of your country's predicament, has decided that rather than allowing me to play around, she should send me to assist your country.
'Oh!　Well, well, well!　What a blessing!　How grateful I am to His Highness!

　Sharon became jubilant and expressed her gratitude and welcome to me.
　I tried to reach out to her to shake her hand.

　However.

Well, thank you for wasting your time all the way from Luxon, that's far from home.
But I'm not looking for a military strategist!
I'm sorry, but I don't think anyone who isn't a witch can be an asset to our cause~
"I agree with Kate.

　The four girls behind Sharon showed the four unfriendly attitudes.
　Their reactions are as expected, and I'm not angry, but rather I can't help but laugh.


Let's talk about the special profession (class) of witches.
　This doesn't mean a female "wizard". This is a completely different profession (class). Therefore, they cannot be raised above the level of the main wizard.
　For example, according to the Strategy Guide, Sharon is both a level 21 wizard and a level 21 witch, but the witch cannot reach level 22 by gaining experience from this level.

　I'm sure you'll find a lot of people who have a lot of experience with this sort of thing.
　The most typical example of this is the ability to control small animals and share their five senses.
　The other magic that Sharon and others are good at, such as the magic to mass produce golems and the magic to control many at once. It's also powerful, such as magic to create and control the undead, create and control chimera, summon and control chaotic creatures from other worlds, and so on.

　They have the disadvantage of growing slowly because they have to study two different professions (classes).
　However, since witches can also learn the "Elixir of Life" skill, there are some top class witches who look 30 years old, are actually 80 years old, and have been witches for over 60 years.
　According to the information in the , Sharon was one of the top five witches in Vivera hara, but she was only twenty-seven years old (and looked about twenty years old), so she had great potential and was a hard worker.

　And here's the thing, witches are not a profession (class) that anyone can become.
　Only women born in this Viverrhara - or more specifically, only those who are related to the lineage of the "beginning witches" and have a secular heritage - can become one.

　A thousand years ago, or maybe two thousand years ago, so ancient that records are lost.
　Even then, this Arcelia world was invaded by the previous Demon King.
　In order to fight back, the spirit of fate, Tygon, chose the Brave Men, and the spirit of valor, Prominence, chose the Warriors of Light, and so on, to select heroes from the human race to fight.
　Luna City, the spirit of magic, chose the "witches of the beginning".

　Today's witches are at best a privileged position, not a "super" privileged position like the witches of the beginning, comparable to the heroes and warriors of light.
　Nevertheless, there is no doubt that witches are better than wizards at the same level.
　It is said that many witches today are like these four girls who have risen to the occasion. I am the chosen superior species! He said that the electorate is very much like the elected officials. It's like a swarm of petit eugenics.
　

　Because of this background, this Viverajara is a country that is thoroughly male-dominated.
　Half of the population is male, but they are only allowed to do manual labor.
　All the key positions in the country are held by women, and even more so by witches.
　That's why I, as a man, was not welcomed by the four girls when I came to them, saying, "I'm a warlord who will help you.


''Careful what you say, you stupid disciples!

　However, Sharon looked back at the four girls and blackmailed them.

'How dare you talk to me from your friendly country, Luxon, and to Master Magnussault, who has traveled so far to help our country!
But we pride ourselves on being witches.
I'm just saying what I think!
I don't think I should lie~
I agree with Isabella.
Come on!　I'll brand you with zero diplomatic sense and tell Lady Rosalynn!
Ugh................

　The four girls gasped in unison.
　It was not so much that their master's blackmail was effective, but rather that the name of the "Good Witch King (White Queen)" was an extraordinary one.

I beg your pardon, Master Magnussault. I am very embarrassed that I haven't been properly trained.
I hope you don't mind.
'Thank you!　To be honest, we are overwhelmed by the great offensive of the Black Witches. We would love to borrow your wisdom.

　Sharon said, and this time she held out her right hand.
　We exchanged a firm handshake.

'It's a pleasure to meet you, Mr. Magnussault.
I promise to do my best, Miss Sharon.
Please, no need to be so formal, just call me Sharon.
Then take me to Henri.
Henri. Henri... it's a perfect name for your strong, intelligent manner.

　Well, it's a pseudonym.

By the way, Henri. I was wondering if you're free tonight.　Would you like to join us for a welcome meal?　I know a good place.
I understand. I'll take you at your word.

　I don't have any plans, and there's nothing wrong with the general and the warlord getting to know each other better, so I agreed.

　By the way, when is Sharon going to let go of my hand?
　Why is he shaking my hand and stroking my hand with his thumb so slyly?