episode_0042

There is a saying that humans are animals of adaptation. This means that it blends well with a given environment or changing situation.

In that respect, the ‘portal’ that Deus is currently using could be appropriately called the result.

There is magic to move short distances, but there is no magic to move long distances yet.

It’s probably natural since movement magic is by no means ordinary.

Meanwhile, a gate appeared that distorted the dimension and the world itself.

Afterwards, I studied the gate and confirmed another possibility than movement magic.

He even succeeded in taking his magic to the next level through monster by-products.

What was born as a result is called ‘Portal’. It was a kind of space-moving magic circle.

“This is the portal. I’ve heard it’s much more reliable than pure movement magic.”

“Yes. This doesn’t require complicated calculations or formulas. Thanks to this, it became an invention that marked a milestone in the history of the empire. The downside is that it is a bit more expensive.”

“… yes. I think so too.”

The Duchy of Chester is in the southern part of the Empire. Since the distance is quite long, you have to use the portal.

However, the cost of use is high. No, it’s not that it’s tough, it’s just crazy.

‘Is it true that the price of the exercise equipment I bought for one move is similar…? ?’

This isn’t even a round trip, it’s a one way ride. one-way! Does this make sense?!

Even though the southern part of the empire is quite far away, it really isn’t worth this much?

“Ah. Of course, those with Imperial abilities can use it for free. Not only for emergency situations, but also for personal matters, it is possible if you get permission from superiors.”

“That’s a huge benefit.”

There is so much work that needs to be done by people with special abilities. The duty they bear is too heavy.

So the empire was giving them many benefits and trying to manage their morale.

Be it commoners or nobles. This part applies to anyone with any ability.

Deus thought that this setting was better than .

Even though the world was falling apart, the superiors couldn’t come to their senses at all.

Thanks to this, all kinds of sweet potatoes had to be made with great sacrifices in addition to the basics.

‘Instead, there is a devil appearance event here.’

Since the first boss appeared, there has been no unexpected situation.

There was an incident at the aviary, but the devil did not appear there.

However, there are too many strange aspects to view it as a simple gate surge.

What on earth is going on? How has this world become so twisted?

As Deus’s worries deepened, his upper body suddenly bent forward slightly.

“… Chairman?”

“Don’t worry too much, junior.”

With a fan shaking. Neferti broke Deus’ thoughts with her own wish.

Don’t worry more than that? Could it be that he at least vaguely understood what was going on here?

“Even though my father is a duke, he is not a person who treats people carelessly.”

“… ?”

“Even if you are not a cradle hero. Even if they are just ordinary people and not people with special abilities. So there is no need to be nervous.”

excuse me. I wasn’t worried about that at all, right?

As she looks at Neferti, completely confused, she bursts into laughter.

‘really! Just because he’s a duke doesn’t mean he’s an authoritarian person!’ He adds.

I nod my head. However, I don’t plan to believe that completely.

What kind of child would judge his or her parents negatively? Rather, say it in a positive way.

Even if you are not authoritative in front of your children, can it still be the same in front of ‘status’?

It’s not modern, it’s fantasy. It is a worldview in which the caste system exists.

Even in that class system, the ‘Duke’ is almost at the top!

‘A character who shows a good side to his children, but is the opposite in front of others… . wait for a sec. Does this mean that the duke turns out to be a villain? ‘It could be that kind of setting, right?’

It’s a big deal. If that’s really the case then what happens?

Does it turn out that the student council president is also an ally who becomes an enemy?

All kinds of random thoughts continued even as Deus went through the portal.

And it became even stronger as it reached the Duchy of Chester and the Maenheim family.

“… .”

No, over there. President? Are you saying there is no authoritative part in this?

When you see that castle in front of you, I guarantee you that those thoughts will disappear!

It is so large that it requires combining at least five of the Cradle’s buildings.

Even if you can’t do it, it’s clear that you can easily afford room and board for hundreds of people.

That castle towering high in the sky makes those who see it awe-inspiring.

A typical old-fashioned castle seen in a fantasy world.

Isn’t it possible to say that it is a being that shows power and authority very well?

“Wait a moment here, junior. I heard that the employees are coming to meet me.”

The cradle always says it’s not a good idea to come to the family.

Now, I see Neferti with her mouth constantly twitching.

It was clear that he was in a good mood after coming back to his hometown after a long time.

“Ah, there he comes… .”

Neferti, who was saying this, suddenly frowned and said, “Ugh.”

Then he quickly turned his head, looked at Deus, and continued speaking.

“Junior. Well, if possible, could you please look somewhere else?”

“Yes?”

“While you’re at it, if you cover your ears too… Ah, it’s late.”

Why is Neferti suddenly acting like that? The reason was soon revealed.

“Kuhuhuh! Our youngest has arrived! Why are you coming now? How much I missed this dad!!”

“Ugh.”

A middle-aged man slightly shorter than Deus hugs Neferti.

Then, he rubs the scared Neferti’s cheek and even starts to whimper.

“Hey, over there! Just let it go for now! Ugh!!”

“I missed you so much! Our youngest!”

“Please take it down first! I’m dizzy!!”

Whether you hear those screams or not. The middle-aged man did not stop.

Instead, he laughs wildly, hugs Neferti, and even spins around.

‘ah.’

Deus was able to find out about the Duke of Chester right on the spot.

A typical father with all his might. As long as you maintain a good relationship with your child, you will be a reliable ally.

On the other hand, if he were to become an enemy, he would be the worst enemy until one of them dies!

“Ah, father! There are guests, so are you going to do this?!”

“Hehehehe! Father! I told you not to call me that!”

“Your older brother and sisters don’t say anything even if you call them father!”

“Kuhuhuh!! So you’re saying you won’t call me dad anymore!!”

“… .”

hmm. First of all, since Neferti calls him father, it is true that he is a duke.

okay. Peacock. It’s a peacock. It is the pinnacle of the aristocratic world, second only to the imperial family in power.

A huge territory and numerous users. And it even has private soldiers.

‘The duke said there were only five people in the empire, right? One of them is the Duke of Chester over there, the head of Maenheim.’

Deus looked at the Duke of Chester for a moment.

“Go ahead and call me dad. I’m back, Dad!”

“I’m a grown woman now! I will call you father!”

“No! Can not be done! The youngest is the youngest until the end!”

Why on earth does the Duke look like that? what… Let’s find out little by little.

Right now, helping Neferti seems to come first.

“Nice to meet you. His Excellency the Duke of Chester.”

He approaches the father and daughter, who are still arguing about being a father.

Then he bowed as politely as possible and continued speaking.

“My name is Deus, a first-year cradle student who came to visit the duchy at the invitation of senior Neferti.”

“Guests say hello! father! Quickly!”

“Mmm!”

Seeing him drooling, it looks like he is in conflict as a duke and as a father.

I need to be greeted as the head of the family. I want to hear Dad again.

“Keuhum. hmm. This looks embarrassing in front of the guests.”

In the end, the Duke of Chester, who had put Neferti down, cleared his throat.

“Welcome. Anyone who is a student of the cradle is welcome. Isn’t he our youngest’s cute junior?”

“Thank you for your hospitality. Your Excellency.”

“That’s what I’m saying. What do you think of our student council president? Isn’t he the most beautiful, classy, and strong of all the student council presidents of Cradle’s history?”

“… ?”

Classy? Uh, Your Excellency the Duke. Did you know that your daughter falls every day?

This is not an exaggeration; I fall forward, backward, and sideways at least 20 times a day.

“Well, I’ve never met other student council presidents.”

“No?”

“… I think Neferti’s student council president is the best of all Cradle student council presidents.”

“Puhahahaha! also! yes! Absolutely! Our youngest is the best. Ah!”

First of all, it seems like the first impression was a huge success.

“Oh, a little! Dad!!”

In the end, Neferti couldn’t stand it any longer and took over! and scream.

But to the Duke of Chester, all that yelling was nothing.

Rather, ‘I called you daddy! I called you! ‘Hehehe!’ Aren’t you smiling?

“… .”

Deus glanced behind the Duke at the sudden feeling of popularity.

There were people standing there who appeared to be servants and knights of the duchy.

I could clearly see that each person was lowering their head as if they had given up.

The response is that it is difficult to say anything because they are used to seeing things like that now.

I think what Neferti said is right. He didn’t seem to be a truly authoritarian person.

just… hmm. To put it in a good way, it’s easy-going, but to put it in a bad way, it’s mean-spirited.

“Sleep! I shouldn’t be doing this here! Our youngest is here, so let’s start preparing dinner right away! You guys, go ahead and talk to the chef.”

“I understand. His Excellency the Duke.”

“You said Deus, right? You come here! Quickly, tell me about our youngest. So, was he the student council president who received a lot of love from the students from the cradle?!”

“… yes. I’m still a freshman, so I’m not sure. I think so. I also received a lot of help from the president.”

“Uh-huh-huh! yes. yes. Our youngest has a very big heart. It’s okay to admire it! Hehehehe!”

After roughly matching each other, Deus gave his evaluation of the duke.

Easy but difficult person. A person who is normal but abnormal. That’s it.