A sorcerer from the Zamelites has come to claim ownership of the Lord's Horse.

Hiding in an armory and threatening people, like a child.

　That's for sure.
　This is no different than the Sanctuary Church.

Jeez, for the sake of the sorcerer and the future of this country...

We'll talk about it later. Just get on your feet.
I've always known a dark magician. Indeed.
I don't know what would have happened if it wasn't for Yuki-Grossaria-sama.

The sorcerers of the Zamelites were led away by the soldiers of the Torus territory.
Even though he was sent by the Guild of Magic, he was holed up in another territory's armory and rampaging. There is no excuse for this.
　I heard that he will now be locked up in a prison cell and wait for the guild to take him back.

Thank you for your hard work. Thank you, Yuki.
Iris no, Your Highness must be exhausted.

　Me and Iris are in the corner of the armory, watching the soldiers clean up after themselves.
　We're whispering to each other so that the people around us don't hear us.

　Right in front of us, the Beast of Beasts was wrapped in chains and tied to the pillar of the armory. There's a large lock on it, so you can't take it out without permission anymore.

　The good work Garum is doing well, Iris is patting him on the back and he seems to be feeling good.
　Anyway, it's good to know that it's not a big deal.

After receiving the report of 'a Zamelite sorcerer who claims ownership of the 'Beast King's Horseman', Iris and I immediately left.
　I had a bad feeling about this.
I don't have any good memories of the troubles associated with "ancient artifacts". From my previous life.

　In fact, I wanted to fly away quickly, but flying with the princess in my arms is too conspicuous.
　Iris seemed to be planning to do that, but Odette was pissed at her.
　So we got on our horses and rode up here.

　For now, I gave the horse (whose name was Eddie) the Magic Blood (Myster Blood) to become a temporary messenger.
　While we were moving, I used my 'Flight' skill to float around with Iris and Garum in my arms.
　I just let Eddie pull me along.
　Eddie, the horse, didn't get tired and rushed us all the way to Torrius' castle in one go, so that's what we did.

　When we got to the castle, we grabbed some soldiers and checked out the location of the armory.
　Me and Iris went to the window.
　Garum made his way to the armory with the soldiers from the corridor, and then I and Iris took the rest of the way to the armory.
　The rest of the time, Garum sneaked into the 'Beast King's Horseman' while me and Iris were drawing his attention.
　We took him down by surprise and that's it.

''But the faction war between the 'Zamel Faction' and the 'Cain Faction' or the 'Magic Guild' is also troublesome...'''

　I said, and Iris looked annoyed.

The A-class magician Zamel-sama aims to make a replica of the 'Ancient Artifacts'. I've heard that he's building a research team for that purpose.
"Is that why you tried to get your hands on the 'Lord of Beasts'?
''Master Zamel is supposed to be in charge of the 'Spirit King's Rider' as well.
You're getting greedy. You're too greedy.
Incidentally, it seems that the motto of the 'Cain School' is 'Ancient artifacts in the hands of the worthy'. Probably they'll find someone who knows how to use this 'Beast King's Horseman' as well and use it to protect the country.
That's a better idea.

　Take this horseman back home quickly and submit it to the guild.
If I present the ancient artifacts to the Magic Guild, my knighthood should rise as a reward.

　My goal is to raise my family's baronial rank and become Iris's fiancé, which will make it easier for me to protect her.
　That would make it easier for me to protect her.
　Honestly, there's a lot of danger in keeping Alice's reincarnated body, Iris, in the palace. Not only do some of her sisters dislike Iris, but there's also the possibility that her true identity will be discovered.
　That's why I want to take her away from them as soon as possible. Submitting the Beast King's Rider to the guild is the first step.

　However, I heard it will take some time before I'll be elevated in rank.
　It is said that all the royal family and magicians will check this "ancient artifact" with all their might and only after they recognize it as genuine.

However, this incident will cause a great deal of damage to the 'Zamelites'. The 'Beast King Horseman' won't go to the 'Zamel Faction'.
To the 'Cainites'?
Yeah.
I really want it to be sealed, but........since the empire is messing with us, do we need a 'royal horseman' to counter it? So I guess that's why it's going to be one for the 'Cain faction' and one for the 'Zamel faction'.

　I hope that the matter of the empire will be taken care of quickly as well.
　Then I can study the 'Ancient Magic' and quickly drop out of the human world.
　Before my growth stops and my humanity starts to fall apart.

　While talking about this, Iris and I left the armory.




''Thank you. Yuki-sama, Your Highness Iris.

　In the hallway, Ofelia and Natasha were waiting for us.
　When Ofelia saw us, she kneeled down in the corridor without question and bowed her head.

　Towards me (.........).

''O, Ofelia!　It's not right to thank Yuki-sama without the Princess's Highness!
''The Countess Torrius family was about to lose the 'Beast King's Rider' to the bad guys. If the bad sorcerer had used fire magic, the oil pot in the armory would have been ignited and there would have been victims. The person who prevented that from happening was Yuki-Grossaria-sama. First of all, we should thank this person.
But But Ofelia.
If you call me rude, you can be punished as much as you like. Your Royal Highness, your sister.
There is no such thing as a punishment.

　Iris smiled as she said that.

I'm the one who brought the sorcerer, even though it was ordered by the 'magic guild'. Then, this Iris-Lestia is the one who should apologize to Yuki-sama.
"Your Highness Iris.
Your Highness... what a humble man you are.

　That's not true. Ofelia, Natasha.
　That Iris, she's nodding her head with her finger to her lips.
　That's what Alice does when she's thinking about something weird.

I am His Highness Iris's knight in shining armor.

　At any rate, I went ahead and said.

'There is no need for Your Highness to feel responsible for that me.
'That doesn't sit well with me it does. I've got an idea.

　Iris smiled a very nice smile and clapped her hands with a pop.

''How about I give Yuki-sama a gift as a token of my apology?
A present?
Ever since long ago - no, ever since I met Yuki-sama, I wanted to give you a gift. I wanted to repay you for all that Yuki-sama has done for me, even if only a little.
Your Highness Iris?
'Excellent!　Your Highness!　I didn't expect you to think so much of Yuki-sama, the 'guardian knight'!

　So no. Ofelia, Natasha.
　That Iris is blowing her nose at me.
　That's a habit Alice has when she's up to something.

　I have to say, it's a good thing that I'm not the only one.
　She knows who I am.
　That's why she's figured out something about me and Iris.

"Lady Ofelia, Lady Natasha. If you don't mind, I'd like to take a tour of the city.
The town? Lady Iris?
I would like to go around the town in secret and pick out a present for Yuki-sama. If you can, bring Yuki-sama along with you. And...

　Iris suddenly looked at me.

I've heard that you can see the mountains from the castle town of Torias. I've heard that you can see the mountains from the castle town of Torias, and I'd like to walk slowly through this scenic area with my friends and family.

　Saying that, she picked up her skirt and bowed towards me.

　Come to think of it, Iris has orders to 'meet up with the escort knights and don't leave for a moment', right?
　I can't afford not to accompany her, can I?
　Besides, the reason why Iris wants to walk around the town is somewhat predictable.

　From the castle town of Torrias, you can clearly see the mountain where "Fira Village" was located.
　Iris would want to take a good look at that place, even from a distance.
　That wouldn't have been possible in the carriage, and she didn't have the luxury of time to do so while traveling with me.

　It would be fine if I could take Iris and fly to 'Fira Village' with her.....
　I'll think of a way to outsmart Elmira-san of the 'Cain School' later.

''It's cool. I will accompany you. ''Your Highness.''

　I said.

'It's a greater honor for me as a 'knight escort' to receive a gift from His Highness.
Thank you. Yuki-sama.

　Iris held her cheek, as if embarrassed for some reason.

Yeah, so. Is there anything you want?　Anything you want to say. How about a ring, for example? I recommend it!
We can't have anything too expensive, sir.

　I shook my head.

'A souvenir for those who are away in King's Landing... or something that looks interesting will suffice. ''Your Highness.''