Despite the fundamental differences in political system and religious practices between Taliteld and the Theocratic Nation, does the Duke have some strange competitive drive against them?
 
Of course, that’s all assuming their gods actually exist.
 
“So your presence in Terthed was for that research, I assume?”
 
“…Indeed,”
 
Cordle replied, furrowing his brow.
 
It must be tough for non-humans trying to live in the human world. Could it be that pretending to be human is a secret? I really do understand the struggle.
 
I smiled encouragingly, as if to say I can’t be of … Read the rest

 
The dining area isn’t spacious. However, if we move those mysterious, magic-infused boxes sitting around, it might become quite roomy.
 
Well, it’s probably best not to poke too much fun, lest the already sweating Duke become even more awkward in his actions.
 
“And Cordelia, come over here.”
 
“Mother!”
 
Lady Isabella called her daughter in a cold voice. It seems she called Cordelia back, as the daughter was lingering with Rick instead of coming to her side.
 
“When did you become such a child? If you can’t listen to what I say, then you can … Read the rest

Chapter 8: The Summoned One
 

A few days after the dinner party, we boarded the carriage sent by the Duke of Capel’s family to visit their ancestral castle.
 
“I thought my sisters would be here to greet us, but it seems that’s not the case,”
 
“…I see,”
 
Rick replied cryptically. Hmm, did Rick know my sisters? Well, they were relatives, so it wouldn’t be unusual.
 
Since my sisters had some sort of incident, there must have been a lot going on.
 
This carriage was for traveling within the domain, so it was a regular … Read the rest

 
“What’s wrong, Sir Calisto?”
 
Talking to him with the same tension as when I was dealing with a door-to-door newspaper salesman through the intercom, he, despite his high position, bowed his head as if prostrating himself.
 
“Please, please! I want you to use your tremendous magical power for the ‘God’! I will do anything I can! So please, please!”
 
“Hey, please raise your head.”
 
What is he doing!? Everyone is staring! It makes me look like I’m bullying him!
 
To come at me like this… As expected of an Archbishop. I don’t know what’s so impressive, but…
 
However, it’s too … Read the rest

“Uh, yes, well, there are some things a young lady like yourself wouldn’t understand. It must be quite a burden, being the daughter of the Archduke of Versénia, to be carried along so far above your station.”
 
“Well, well, can you understand? All of this is because of my grandfather… It’s an order from the King, and I can’t disobey it. I was really troubled! Please, Duke Capel, have a word with His Majesty! If you wish, you can make an appointment for a meeting at once: …… “
 
“N-no! That won’t be necessary!”
 
This time, Duke … Read the rest

Chapter 7 – The Evening Banquet
 

“……Is this really okay?”
 
In the castle of the Duke of Capel, Cordelia was alone after sending the maids away, reflecting on the events that had occurred today.
 
Normally, Cordelia was supposed to return here tomorrow morning with Ludrick and the others from the town that could be called the entrance to the Kolts domain. But after being strongly impacted by today’s events, Cordelia felt a discomfort she had never felt before when her mother told her to go to Ludrick’s quarters at night, and she made an excuse of feeling unwell to … Read the rest

 
“It’s nice to meet you, Lady Isabella. I am Eurushia. That plan sounds wonderful to me. I’m sure you and Sir Capel are very busy. And I came here to bring light, so I can’t afford to be resting all the time. How kind of you both to accommodate my wishes! Wouldn’t you agree, Brother Ludrick?”
 
“Oh, oh …… “
 
With a big smile, I spoke quickly, causing Lady Isabella and even Rick to step back, stunned.
 
“W-well, actually, Eurushia, there is something we would like to ask you…”
 
“Lady, that is–“
 
“Oh, please! … Read the rest

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As the new year began, I set out for the Kolts territory when I advanced to the 4th grade.
 
I was worried about a lot of things, but as someone who “loves humans,” I’m also excited to see how much malice might be waiting for me.
 
I have a feeling this journey is going to be amazing!
 

 
How did it come to this?
 
Rumble, Rumble, Rumble–
 
” ” ” ………… ” ” “
 
I am currently in a carriage on my way to the Kolts territory, sitting side-by-side with three others.
 … Read the rest

 
“Eurushia.”
 
“Yes?”
 
“You don’t have to forcibly go to the Kolts territory, you know?”
 
“…Father.”
 
Well, that’s the situation, isn’t it?
 
After the story I heard from Rick was officially communicated, Father apparently had a direct discussion with our grandfather the King… But there were various issues, so he was consulting with our grandfather and uncles about how to handle me. If they outright refused the formal request from the Duchy of Capel and the Costelle Church, it would also affect Father’s reputation. Not to mention, the royal family might be accused of favoring … Read the rest

 
The holy maiden Eurushia…
 
Although she had not yet been officially recognized as a holy maiden, she shone brighter than anyone else who had been praised for their high virtue.
 
In this era, at this time, that he could meet her when his wish was about to be fulfilled, it seemed like a divine revelation to Calisto.
 
Calisto had once taken action decades ago. He had gathered children who could use sacred magic, which was not a noble privilege, and tried to set the world right with their prayers.
 
But that had become a problem … Read the rest