The next day, at the castle of Torias.



　At the back of Torrius Castle, the lord of the castle, Count Torrius, his daughters Natasha and Ofelia, and a group of soldiers were gathered there.
　In front of them is a large door that remains open.
　Beyond that is the castle's armory.

　The room contains swords, armor, spears, bows and arrows. There is also a jar of oil used to defend the castle.
　It is spacious inside. It is spacious inside, to allow a large number of soldiers to enter.
　Near the ceiling, there is a light window that casts a pale light.

　And in the center of the armory, there is an overly large piece of red armor lying around.
　This is the Beast that attacked the Torrius territory a few days ago.

　Surrounding it, soldiers from the royal capital are standing.
　All of them were looking down awkwardly.
　It was because their leader, a young man, was ignoring the instructions of the castle master and was examining the 'Beast King Rider' without permission.

''Please stop already!　No matter how much of a 'magic guild' you are, you shouldn't have the right to search another territory's armory without permission!

　Count Torrius exclaimed.

''Besides, that 'Beast King Rider' was defeated by Yuki-Grossaria-sama's power. If we're going to look into it, we should at least wait for that person to return!
Shut up. This is a highly magical decision.

　The young man looked up from his 'Beast King Rider' and replied.

''In order to oppose the Empire, we must gather our strength. If we want to gather power, the largest faction of the Magic Guild, the Zamel Faction, has the highest priority. Therefore, the 'Beast King's Rider' should be under our control!
''Please don't bring Guild faction disputes into my territory!
This is a time of emergency. Time is running out. Get out of the way!
What do you intend to do?
"I will present the Beast King's Riders to Class A magician, Mr. Zamel. Mr. Zamel intends to make replicas based on the King's Horseman (Lord). If he succeeds in doing so and we have enough replicas, we can attack the Empire!

　The young man of the Zamelites shouted.
　The soldier from King's Landing pointed the shield in his hand at those in the Torrias territory.
　They must have been instructed to obey his orders. All of them had a gloomy look on their faces.

　Eventually, the young man starts shouting for them to prepare the cart.
　Count Torrius' face turns blue as he realizes that he is seriously planning to carry out the 'Beast King Rider'.

''........Sister....
"...what's the matter with you. Ofelia.

　Ofelia and Natasha, the princess of the Torrias territory, exchanged glances at the corner of the passage.
　Natasha's face was pale, but Ofelia was unperturbed.
　Such a reaction from her sister was strange and Natasha couldn't help but stare at her face.

'Ofelia have you changed?'
I am a singer of legends, and I have recently found out that the legend is correct. And I recently found out that the legend is correct. That's why I'm strong. Sister.
The legend is right?
I will sing for you later. I'll even tell you a story if she'll let me.

　Ofelia held the chest of her dress.
　It was strange.
　For the bosom of her dress seemed to be moving faintly.

'But for now, if we don't stifle those who take my Lord's goods,'
Ofelia what are you doing?
No, I think it's time to move on.

　Ofelia closed her eyes and seemed to smile faintly.

'It's half a day until the fast horse arrives for that person who was headed to investigate. That person would be able to get back here in half a day. But he wants to behave as a man of this world. So we'll have a day's ride to get there. It's about ... it's time. Hey, Mr. Cliff.........
"...squeak.

　The bosom of Ofelia's dress crept, and a movement - a small bat appeared.

''Ki!　Kiki!''
Yes. I am also angry. I won't allow you to touch the Beast King's Rider that he had obtained without permission. I will do what I can as my subordinate.
Ofelia?　What the hell are you doing?
You can tell your father. I'll give you a clear window of opportunity. In the meantime, I want you to take care of the ruffians.
...What?
Come on!　The enemy will notice!
Okay, okay.

　Natasha runs towards the Count.
　When Ofelia saw this, she clasped her hands together as if in prayer - and began to sing.



"The king's wealth is his people...

　A crystal-clear voice begins to echo in the corridors of the castle.

"─ ─ The people look up to the king. The king is a beloved guardian deity. The guardian is with the people, but the people want to leave everything to the guardian. They want to leave him everything, without hurting him, with gratitude for all they have received.
'What?　What are you singing about!

A young man from the "Zamelites" started to make a commotion.
　The soldiers of the royal capital also looked around in surprise.
　This is because Ofelia Torrias, the diva of Torrias territory, walks towards the armory while singing.

''──Hence, the people will not allow anyone to take away the goods of the guardian god. It's not something you can touch. I'm not going to let you get away with it. You're not going to be able to get out of there and go home.
What...?
You have no right to touch this armor. You have no right to touch this armor.
f*ck you!　A little girl who doesn't even know the depths of magic!

The young man from the "Zamel School" pointed at Ofelia.
　At that moment...



"Kiki!

　The bat that jumped out of Ofelia's skirt hit the young man's face.

''──Bu, buhaha!

Even though it's not "Boosted", Cliff is also a messenger of "Mystel Blood".
　If he threw himself into a full-body slugfest, he could blow away a small demon.
　The young man who took that blow to the face, wiped out the blood from his nose and fell down.

"Father!
'The things!　Take down the young man from the 'Magic Guild'!

　At a signal from Natasha and Count Torrius, the soldiers rushed out.
　The soldiers from the King's Capital saw this - and they all lowered their weapons at once.
　They just couldn't disobey the young man. They wouldn't have the right to stay with him until the end.

''........How do you not understand? In the face of such an 'ancient artifact', how can a sorcerer endure it...?

　The young man reached out to the Beast King's Horseman while holding his nose bleeding.
The back of the Beast King's Horseman is wide open.
　If you slide your body into it, you should be able to wear it and move it.

I'll be able to take this 'Lord of the Rings' back home for you to appreciate," said Zamel. If I can master it, perhaps I'll be invincible.
I don't think so. The "King's Horseman" would eat too much magic.

　Suddenly, a voice came from above him.
　The young man looked up and before he knew it, he saw that the window of the armory was open.
　A small boy stood at that window.

　It was an unfamiliar face. He was probably not a 'Zamelite' or a 'Cainite'.
　He's an unknown, unimportant being.
　But the silver-haired girl standing next to him is...

'I command the royal guard. Seize him!

　The girl - Princess Iris-Lestia announced in a dignified voice.
　The boy next to her is looking at the Count of Torrius and his friends. I wonder if the boy who is nodding is giving them some instructions.
　The diva continues to sing. "──A messenger of the great one is passing by. Clear the way.
　It's as if she wants to remind the soldiers that Princess Iris has arrived.

　This is not good, the young man thinks.
　He's a nobleman, too. He is also a nobleman, even if it's a frontier nobleman, he can't afford to make enemies with the royal family.
　There's no choice but to wear the Beast King's Rider and run away. As long as we secure this, we can make it.

　Thinking this, the young man put his hand on the crimson Beast King's Rider.
　He looked inside.


　There was a dog.


'Wah wah. Wah──!
"What the...?　Guhaaaaah!

　The young man's body was hit by a shock.
A dog jumped out of the Beast King's Horse and crashed into the young man's throat.
　The other party is a little bigger than a puppy.
　And yet, the young man's body flew through the air and was blown away.

　The young man was knocked to the ground with a thud, and he looked around.
　The soldiers of the royal family and the soldiers of the Count of Torrius were all frightened.
　The only one who was calm was the diva girl, who pulled up her skirt to make it easier for the dog to pass.

''Don't tell me........the boy above me spoke to me just now to get my attention......?　Did the dog ... come ... from ... that girl's feet ... from ...?

　In the armoury there are swords, spears, and oil pots for dropping enemy soldiers attached to the walls.
　Attacking magic is difficult to use. That's why he was able to occupy this place.

　However, I didn't expect to be attacked by such a trivial messenger.
　The bats and dogs pushed him away, this kind of, hapless........

''Don't be silly!　A dog?　A great 'ancient artifact' and you put a dog in it!
I'm sorry. The one who defeated that 'ancient artifact' was also our messenger.

　The boy swooped down to the armory, holding Princess Iris in his arms.

'Thank you for your service. 'Cliff. 'Garum.'
"Squeaks" and "Oohs

　A bat and a small dog come to the boy, looking happy.
　Then he looks at the boy, a young man from the "Zamelites" and says, "Your highness, Yuki-Grossalia, your 'guardian knight' Iris.

I am Yuki Glossalia, Your Highness's 'knight escort'," he says. I've come with Your Highness to capture a sorcerer who is disturbing the security of the Torus territory.
I command you again. Soldiers from King's Landing, seize the man.

　Hearing that voice, the young man reflexively tried to escape.
　But - he couldn't raise his hand.
　If you look closely, a line of ice extends from the small boy's feet and intertwines with his hands.

　It's basic magic. It's not even 'Ancient Magic'.
　Why should I, a member of the great 'Zamel School', be defeated by such a trivial magic!

　─ ─ ─ Before he could say it, he was assembled on the ground.

''........Maybe this 'King's Horseman' should be sealed up after all. It's a source of trouble.
''........It's too good to waste. I recommend that you submit it to the 'Magic Guild' as Yuki-sama's achievement (Koukoku). I'll report this matter to the Guild's Sage Council and tell them to treat the Oki fairly.

　The young man of the "Zamelites" was being pulled up while listening to the too carefree voice.