It's not a surprise that he escaped from the hands of Sylvia and Lurimes, and Wraith was enjoying the festival quite normally. It's a very good idea to be able to have a good idea of what you're looking for. I'm sure you'll be able to find a great deal more to say about it.

　It's a good idea to have a good time and get used to the atmosphere of the place, and I just hope it will end peacefully.

All that's left to do is to hope that this will end in peace.
Yeah, we're almost there.
Well, why don't we find a decent place to sit down in the meantime?

　He moved away from the crowded area a bit and looked for a place where he could calm down and watch the fireworks. As she looked around, Wraith spotted a familiar figure.

''Eh.''

　The person in the corner of Wraith's eye, with her peach-colored hair swinging and dressed in the guild's uniform. He was the person Wraith least wanted to encounter, and naturally his feet tried to move to leave this place.

　However, that was never going to happen.

''Ah, Raffy-san and Wraith-san!

　As soon as she recognizes Lace and Raffy, Amelia's expression lights up and rushes over to them. I almost start to feel weak, wondering why it's only when it seems like we can end this peacefully, but I endure it by telling myself that it's time to step up.

'Amelia, what are you doing here?　I think Sylvia said that she couldn't ask Amelia-san to join her...
'Oh, that. I had guild work to do today, so I couldn't go with you. I really wish they'd let me take a break during an event like this...

　Even though it is a festival, it is at times like this that crimes and other crimes are more common. On top of that, the "King's Dragon Festival" is held throughout the entire capital, so there can never be too many guards, no matter how many people there are. It is for this reason that even the guild staff is sent out to guard the festival.

　However, Wraith felt compelled to complain, wondering why he would meet such a pinpoint in the large royal capital.

''So........so Raffy-san and Wraith-san are going around the festival together?''

　Now that I've been found, I can't just say goodbye to small talk, and the question flies from Amelia, who seems to be enjoying herself quite a bit, with a smile on her face. She dares to ask while listening to Wraith's declaration of a fake lover in the guild. She's coming here to deprive Wraith of her heart.

''Yeah, yeah, well, there's the matter of Erial.
Well, for that, you're very close.

　Amelia turned her attention to the hairpiece that Lace had given to Raffy. Of course, this was part of her lover's pretense, but Amelia wouldn't admit that it was. Wraith worries about what to say.

　She looks up at the sky - and narrows her eyes.

''Hmm...?''

　There is a thin but misty haze in the air. And it's not just in this place. All the places I could see were gradually covered in fog.

''What is this fog?''

　His eyebrows furrowed as he saw the fog that suddenly appeared. The moment the Wraith returned her gaze that had been directed upwards to its original position. The 'Magic Invalidation' ring, which he had forgotten to experiment with while it was fitted on his finger, shattered with a faint light.

　The shards dissolve in the air and disappear as if nothing had happened.

''Eh.''

　Suddenly, Wraith's thoughts came to a halt. Raffy and Amelia's curious gazes overlap with the shattered ring. After a moment of silence dominates the scene--

I...

　Amelia's eyes lost focus and she slowly fell to her knees.

''Amelia-san........!

　Raffy hurriedly snuggled up to her for support, but there was no voice from Amelia to answer her. I looked at her face and saw that she was meditating and seemed to be unconscious. There was no noticeable trauma, and he was breathing normally.

''Why did you suddenly........''

　Raffy looks quizzical, one side and Wraith have been observing their surroundings for a long time. Then they came to one conclusion.

'Maybe it's some kind of magic, this.
Magic...?

　Raffy carried the sleeping Amelia to safety for now, and looked up at the foggy sky, as did the Wraith. What had started out as a small scale thing that drifted thinly through the air had now turned into a deep fog that couldn't be seen a little further. Even if the fog is generated, the way it spreads is clearly strange.

　Also, because of the shattering of the 'magic nullification' ring, Wraith finally concluded that it was a magical phenomenon.

　The question is what kind of effect does magic have?

'It's not just magic that generates fog........'
'I don't think so...'

　As far as Amelia, who suddenly started to sleep, it's first of all safe to assume that she has some kind of effect other than the fog that occurs.

''Raffy, just be on the lookout for your surroundings. I'll look into Amelia-san's body to see if there's anything wrong.
Yeah, okay.

　Wraith bends down beside a sleeping Amelia.

'Miss Amelia, please wake up.'

　He gently shakes his unconscious body with concern, but no response is returned. It remains meditated on, only repeating its regular breathing. There's no choice, Wraith invokes the alchemy.

''Analysis (Analyze).''

　Examine every inch of it to make sure you don't miss anything.
　But I don't see anything unusual. He's probably just asleep.

It doesn't look like it's some kind of poison or something that can harm humans. He's just asleep.
Good....

　For now, it's only a relief that it's not deadly magic. The two of them take a breath of relief, though. Their expressions immediately turn grim.

''Well, I guess it's because I was wearing a 'magic nullification' ring, but why is Raffy okay with it?''
'I don't know. I don't feel any particular physical discomfort...
Is there a difference in the amount of time it takes for it to work for different people?
'Then we'd like to move while we can, but...'

　Magic that generates fog and puts people to sleep. As far as it can be seen, it is expected to cover a considerable area of the royal capital. If a mage is able to cover an area to this extent, his competence must be quite impressive. At the very least, it's not a magic that a mere ordinary person can use.

　I'm not sure what the purpose of doing this is, but I can't just sit quietly like this. I'm not sure how many people are in King's Landing right now that are still conscious. It's a good idea to be able to have a good time with them.

"What do you think, Raffy? I think I should check for anyone still awake for now, and also to see if there are any other places.
Yeah, this fog could disappear at any time.

　A few minutes have passed since the fog appeared, but it still hasn't disappeared or even thinned out. Perhaps the person activating the magic has been maintaining it all along. Nevertheless, it can be said to be inexhaustible magic power. It's not just a matter of time before you get to the point where you'll be able to get a new job.

　It's a good idea to be able to have the same level of skill as Lurimes, the master of the Wraith. If a malicious person is causing this, it's pretty nasty.

''Ah, if this is the case, it's still better to be teased by Amelia-san.......''

　He wanted the festival to end without incident, but under the circumstances, that wish would not be granted. Looking at the fog that blocked his vision, Wraith sighed.

''For now, let's just go back the way we've been coming.
Yeah.

　The Wraiths were heading to a relatively deserted area to watch the fireworks in silence, so there would be plenty of people if they went back the way they came from. Besides, it's in this fog. If you don't have a clear idea of where you're headed, it's easy to get lost. If we get lost in this situation, it might not be a laughing matter.

　Lace and Raffy turn their bodies around and start to run at a brisk pace. I would really like to run, but I'm afraid I might trip over something or perhaps someone might have fallen down. When I thought of that, I couldn't help but be cautious.

'I wish I could use my magic at times like this.
'Well, sure, we could have dispelled some of the fog. Wouldn't alchemy have helped?
'I don't know. The 'magic nullification' ring probably just reacted to the effects of sleep, so it might be hard to get rid of the fog itself.

　As long as this fog is magic, there's no way that 'magic nullification' won't work, but it probably requires a larger scale of alchemy to do so. Either way, the 'magic nullification' ring is the only one that Wraith was wearing earlier. Considering Wraith's ability, there was a great possibility that he could have nullified the fog if he had the materials. But unfortunately, it doesn't exist in your hand.

''It seems difficult to wield a sword and brush it away...''

　Raffy swung his sword lightly, but the fog didn't clear at all.

The first thing that comes to mind is the fact that you can't get away with it if it's a normal fog, but if it's magic, it's probably impossible. We'll have to be very careful.

　As Wraith and Raffy progressed while talking, the silhouettes of human shapes would appear in a blur out of the corner of your eye. However, all of them are lying on the ground, and there are no figures that seem to be conscious.

''This isn't very promising...''

　Wraith's face was bitter as he knew the outcome before he even got close.
　And that prediction didn't come true, there was a large number of unconscious people lying on the ground. Wraith and Raffy stopped once and approached the fallen person.

''It's the same as Amelia-san. Sleeping........''
'With such a large number of people unconscious, it might be rather hopeless to find anyone awake...'
I don't like that, at all.

　It's easier to find them if you can at least have a clear view. After thinking about it, Wraith came up with one means.

''If you can't see it, why don't you just appeal to your ears...?''

　By shouting loudly, for example, he would look for any conscious person around him. It was certainly an effective method, as long as their vision couldn't function properly.

''But it's also a big risk.

　If there is someone nearby who is using this magic, and that person is hostile, then they will know our location. They will know our location one way or the other.

''Well, but if we just want to escape, we can probably do it.
Are you sure...?
'If you're generous with all the buffing potions and magic tools.

　In addition to potions that are useful for escaping as well as fighting, such as the potions of Grasshopper's Fruit, there are various other magical tools. If you're willing to run away from the start, there won't be a problem.

''Indeed, that might work, but...''
And if they come out, it's good for them to come out.
''Well yeah. Alright then, I'll keep my guard up and Wraith will take care of the voices.
Okay.

　Wraith took a few deep breaths and inhaled sharply with a swoosh.

'Is anyone here!

　The words, shouted loudly, echoed in the eerily quiet royal capital. The people reacting to the shout that must have reached the entire quiet street--

Who are you?

　Raffy shouted sharply and took a stance with his bare hands. He swung his fist in one direction with unnoticeable speed and stopped moving in mid-air with a snap. Just in front of the fist, you can see a human abdomen covered by clothes. As it is, a blonde man slowly appeared from beyond the fog.

'Hey, put your fist down, Raffy.

　Erial said quietly, breaking out in a cold sweat. Wraith and Raffy, who had been tense, both sighed deeply at the same time. Raffy lowered the fist that was attached to Eyal's abdomen.

'I heard voices, so I came over, and I was surprised when he suddenly put a fist to my head.
I'm sorry. I've been worried about you, too.
Well, it's my fault for not speaking up. That's all right.

　They apologize to each other, and then all three of them face each other.
　This is the third person. The second S-class adventurer was added to the group.

　It's a perfect lineup in terms of strength.

Now, Elial, how much do you know about this situation?
I don't know much about it," he said. I don't know much about it," he said. "All of a sudden there's a fog and then people start falling. I was looking for anyone injured nearby and then looking for someone conscious.
'Not so different from what you know of us...'

　Even though I wasn't expecting that much, I was still a bit depressed. What the Wraiths are lacking right now is information.

'However, I do know a few things. Probably the only people who can maintain consciousness now are those who have a certain level of resistance to magic. The rest of us have been put to sleep unconditionally, I suppose. The fact that me and Raffy aren't asleep is a good sign.
Well, tolerance...

　Resistance to magic is determined by both inborn talent and acquired effort. For example, adventurers are often attacked by demons with magic. I'm not going to be able to say that I'm not going to be able to do anything about it.

''Then, the one who seems to be able to maintain consciousness in this royal capital right now is.......''